PRECAUTIONS
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A tank of approximately 12 inches in diameter by |
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high is the maximum size LP gas tank to use. You must use an |
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OPD gas tank which offers an Overfill Prevention Device. |
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This safety feature prevents the tank from being overfilled which |
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can cause malfunction of the LP gas tank, regulator and/or grill. |
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The LP gas tank must be constructed and marked in accordance |
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with specifications of the U.S. Dept. of Transportation (DOT). In | • |
Canada, the LP gas tank must meet the National Standard of |
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Canada, Can CSA |
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Transportation of Dangerous Goods and Commission. |
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1. The LP gas tank must have a shutoff valve, terminating in an | • |
LP gas supply tank valve outlet that is compatible with a Type 1 |
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tank connection device. The LP gas tank must also have a safety |
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relief device that has a direct connection with the vapor space of | • |
the tank. |
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2.The tank supply system must be arranged for vapor withdraws. •
3.The LP gas tank used must have a collar to protect the tank alve.
Proper Placement and Clearance of Grill
Never use your gas grill in a garage, porch, shed, breezeway or • any other enclosed area. Your gas grill is to be used outdoors only, at least 24 inches from the back and side of any combustible surface. Your gas grill should not be used under overhead combustible construction. Do not obstruct the flow of ventilation air around the gas grill housing. This outdoor gas grill
is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles | • | |
and/or boats. |
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• | Never connect an unregulated LP gas tank to your gas |
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• | grill. The gas regulator assembly supplied with your gas | • |
•grill is adjusted to have an outlet pressure of 11” water
•column (W.C.) for connection to an LP gas tank.
•Only use the regulator and the hose assembly supplied with your gas grill. Replacement regulators and hose assemblies must be those specified in this manual.
•Have your LP gas tank filled by a reputable propane gas
•dealer and visually inspected and
•filling.
•a ) Do not store a spare LP gas cylinder under or near this appliance.
•b) Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full.
•c) If the information in a) and b) is not followed exactly a fire causing death or serious injury may occur.
•Always keep LP gas tanks in an upright position.
•Do not store (or) or use gasoline or other flammable
• Vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this gas grill. | 13 |
•Do not subject the LP gas tank to excessive heat. |
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Never store an LP gas tank indoors. If you store your gas grill in the garage or other indoor location, always disconnect the LP gas tank first and store it safely outside.
Place dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is not in use. Only install the type of dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet that is provided with the cylinder valve. Other types of caps or plugs may result in leakage of propane.
LP gas tanks must be stored outdoors in a
The regulator and hose assembly must be inspected before each use of the grill. If there is excessive abrasion or wear or if the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to the grill being used again.
Keep the gas regulator hose away from hot grill surfaces and dripping grease. Avoid unnecessary twisting of hose. Visually inspect the hose prior to each use for cuts, cracks, excessive wear or other damage. If the hose appears damaged do not use the gas grill. Call
Never light your gas grill with the lid closed or before checking to ensure the burner tubes are fully seated over the gas valve orifices.
Never allow children to operate your grill.
WARNING
A strong gas smell or the hissing sound of gas indicates a serious problem with your gas grill or the LP gas tank. Failure to immediately follow the steps listed below could result in a fire or explosion that could cause serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.
•Shut off gas supply to the gas grill.
•Turn the control knobs to OFF position.
•Put out any flame with a proper fire extinguisher.
•Open Grill Lid.
•Get away from the LP gas tank.
•Do not try to fix the problem yourself.
•If odor continues or you have a fire you can not extinguish, call your fire department. Do not call from near the LP gas tank because your telephone is a form of electrical device and could create a spark resulting in fire and/or explosion.