Char-Broil 12101550 USE and Care, LP Cylinder Removal, Transport and Storage, LP Cylinder Filling

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USE AND CARE

DANGER

NEVER store a spare LP cylinder under or near the appliance or in an enclosed area.

Never fill a cylinder beyond 80% full.

An over filled or improperly stored cylinder is a hazard due to possible gas release from the safety relief valve. This could cause an intense fire with risk of property damage, serious injury or death.

If you see, smell or hear gas escaping, immediately get away from the LP cylinder/appliance and call your fire department.

Keep LP tank at a minimum distance of 24” (inches) away from appliance at all times.

24”

• A disconnected LP cylinder in LP Cylinder Valve

 

storage or being transported

 

must have a safety cap installed (as shown).

 

Do not store an LP cylinder in enclosed spaces

 

such as a carport, garage, porch, covered

Safety

patio or other building. Never leave an LP cylinder

inside a vehicle which may become overheated

Cap

 

by the sun.

• Do not store an LP cylinder in an area where children play.

LP Cylinder

The LP cylinder used with your appliance must meet the following requirements:

Use LP cylinders only with these required measurements: 12" (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity maximum.

LP cylinders must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for LP cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and commission, as applicable. See LP cylinder collar for marking.

LP cylinder valve must have:

• Type 1 outlet compatible with

 

regulator or appliance.

 

Safety relief valve.

 

UL listed Overfill Protection

OPD Hand Wheel

 

Device (OPD). This OPD safety

 

 

feature is identified by a unique triangular hand wheel. Use

only LP cylinders equipped with this type of valve.

LP cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and include collar to protect LP cylinder valve. Always keep LP cylinders in upright position during use, transit or storage.

LP Cylinder Removal, Transport and Storage

Turn OFF the control knob and LP cylinder valve. Turn coupling nut counterclockwise by hand only - do not use tools to disconnect. Install safety cap onto LP cylinder valve. Always use cap and strap supplied with valve. Failure to use safety cap as directed may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.

LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)

LP gas is nontoxic, odorless and colorless when produced. For Your Safety, LP gas has been given an odor (similar to rotten cabbage) so that it can be smelled.

LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly when mixed with air.

LP Cylinder Filling

Use only licensed and experienced dealers.

LP dealer must purge new cylinder before filling.

Dealer should NEVER fill LP cylinder more than 80% of LP cylinder volume. Volume of propane in cylinder will vary by temperature.

A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LP cylinder valve and call local LP gas dealer for assistance.

Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas into the atmosphere. This is a hazardous practice.

To remove gas from LP cylinder, contact an LP dealer or call a local fire department for assistance. Check the telephone directory under “Gas Companies” for nearest certified LP dealers.

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Contents Leave this manual with consumer Smoker, Roaster & Grill Product Guide ModelTable of Contents California Proposition Installation Safety PrecautionsGrease Tray How To Tell If Meat Is Cooked Thoroughly Food SafetyStoring Your Appliance Usda RecommendedLP Cylinder Removal, Transport and Storage USE and CareLP Liquefied Petroleum Gas LP Cylinder FillingFor your safety Connecting Regulator to the LP CylinderLP Cylinder Exchange LP Cylinder Leak TestTurn control knob to OFF Leak Testing Valves, Hose and RegulatorConnection, do not use this regulator For Safe Use of Your appliance and to Avoid Serious Injury Ignitor Lighting General Appliance CleaningView is from side of appliance Burner Flame Check Turning Appliance OffDisengage regulator from cylinder Cleaning the Burner AssemblyTurn gas OFF at control knob and LP cylinder Items Manufacturer will not PAY for Limited WarrantyKey Qty Description Parts DiagramFig. a Figure a Grease tray Rails #10-24 Keps nut Alignment Arrow Inside cooking pot Never use the Cooking Grate upside down Accessory Use and StorageHole Cooking Grate Storage Emergencies Possible Cause Prevention/Solution TroubleshootingProblem Possible Cause Prevention/Solution Page Page Regtemp REV00

12101550 specifications

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