Meco 2200 manual Connecting/ Disconnecting LP Gas Cylinder to Grill, Regulator Assembly

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Use only 1 lb. propane cylinders or 20 lb. propane cylinders with proper adaptor hose as specified above. Use of other gas cylinders could cause gas leak or fire.

·Read manufacturer’s instructions and warnings on LP cylinder.

·Never use an LP gas cylinder if it shows signs of: dents, gouges, bulges, fire damage, corrosion, leakage, excessive rust or other forms of visual external damage; it may be hazardous and should be checked by a liquid propane supplier.

·Keep children away from LP gas cylinder at all times.

·Do not use, store, or transport the LP gas cylinder where it would be exposed to heat, sparks or flame. The relief valve may open which will allow a large amount of flammable gas to escape. Never leave an LP gas cylinder inside a vehicle which may become overheated by the sun.

·WARNING! Never store an LP cylinder indoors. Storage of an outdoor cooking gas appliance indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the outdoor cooking gas appliance. LP Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not be stored in a building, garage, or any other enclosed area.

·WARNING! Never store a spare LP gas cylinder near the grill. All spare and disconnected LP gas cylinders must have safety caps installed.

·LP gas is not natural gas. The conversion or attempted use of natural gas in an LP unit or LP gas in a natural gas unit is dangerous and will void your warranty.

·WARNING! Never attempt to repair or refill a 1 lb LP gas cylinder valve. Repairing or refilling could cause a hazard or explosion. Replace gas cylinder with a spare.

·Using a repaired or refilled 1lb. LP Gas Cylinder will void the warranty.

·When transporting an LP gas cylinder, keep it secured in an upright position with the protective cap on.

Connecting/ Disconnecting LP

Gas Cylinder to Grill

·Always check for gas leaks when you disconnect and reconnect the regulator to the LP gas cylinder, especially after a period of storage (for example, over winter).

·Check tubes leading into the burner for blockage from insects, spiders, or food grease before using.

·Check Regulator Hose or other supply hoses for cracking, brittleness, holes, or leaks. Make sure there are no sharp bends in the hose.

·Make sure Regulator Hose does not contact hot metal surfaces.

REGULATOR ASSEMBLY

·Using a hose and regulator assembly that has not been supplied by the manufacturer of this LP gas grill, could result in serious bodily injury or property loss.

·Use only the hose and regulator assembly that has been furnished with this LP gas grill. If the hose and regulator assembly is not working properly and you need a replacement, contact the manufacturer (1-800-251-7558).

·Inspect the hose before each use. If the hose is cut or damaged or shows signs of excessive abrasion or wear, do not use the LP gas grill. Contact the manufacturer, as the hose must be replaced with an assembly specified by the manufacturer prior to the further use of the LP gas grill.

Preparation Before Cooking

·Wash the Cooking Surfaces with a mixture of hot water and dish detergent. Do not use an abrasive scrubber. This product is non-stick coated and harsh cleansers will ruin the finish. Be sure to re-install the Ribbed Cooking

Surface with the grease drain toward the rear over the grease cup.

·Empty the Grease Cup after each cooking session so excessive grease does not accumulate. Do not jerk the grease cup out with grease in it. (See FIG. 19) Wash Grease Cup same as Cooking Surfaces.

·Make sure Grease Cup is in place before each grilling session. (FIG. 19)

·Empty the Grease Cup after each cooking session so excessive grease does not accumulate. Failure to remove grease may result in a grease fire in the Cup or Bowl.

·Allow grill and grease in Grease cup to cool before emtying Grease Cup.

·Never light the LP gas grill without the Grease Cup in place.

Use Clean

and EmptyFIG. 19 Grease Cup

before each grill session.

Install and remove with steady pressure to snap into grill body. To avoid spillage, do not jerk grease cup with grease in the cup.

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Contents For Your Safety Meco CorporationImportant Safeguards Page Preparation and Grill SET-UP Page Before Using Your LP GAS Grill Leak TestingHow to perform a leak test See leak test diagrams next Attaching the LP GAS Cylinder to the RegulatorLP Cylinder Operating Your LP GAS GrillGAS CYLINDER, Regulator Information Connecting/ Disconnecting LP Gas Cylinder to Grill Regulator AssemblyPage Grill Cooking End of Cooking SessionTurning Off Your LP Gas Grill Yellow TipHow to Clean the Burners Care and MaintenanceBurner Maintenance Cleaning the Grill PrecautionsPreventive Maintenance Grease CupGrill Moving and Storage TroubleshootingBurner will not light using the ignitor Replacement Parts Flames blow outFlare up Low flame or low heatParts List Description QTY REL /2004