Kenmore 119.1614521 LP Tank Exchange, LP Tank Leak Test, Connecting Regulator To The LP Tank

LP Tank Exchange

∙Many retailers that sell grills offer you the option of replacing your empty LP tank through an exchange service. Use only those reputable exchange companies that inspect, precision fill, test and certify their tanks. Exchange your tank only for an OPD safety feature-equipped tank as described in the “LP Tank” section of this manual.

∙Always keep new and exchanged LP tanks in an upright position during use, transit or storage.

∙Leak test new and exchanged LP tanks BEFORE connecting to the grill.

∙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 Tank Leak Test

For your safety

∙A leak test must be repeated each time the LP tank is exchanged or refilled.

∙Do not smoke during a leak test.

∙Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.

∙The grill must be leak tested outdoors in a well- ventilated area, away from ignition sources such as gas fired or electrical appliances. During the leak test, keep the grill away from open flames or sparks.

∙Use a clean paintbrush and a 50/50 mild soap and water solution. Brush soapy solution onto areas indicated by arrows in the figure below. Leaks are indicated by growing bubbles.

If “growing” bubbles appear, do not use or move the LP tank. Contact an LP gas supplier or your fire department!

▲Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage to gas valve/hose/regulator components can result.

Connecting Regulator To The LP Tank

1.LP tank must be properly secured onto the grill. (Refer to assembly section.)

2.Turn all control knobs to the OFF position.

3.Turn LP tank OFF by turning the OPD hand wheel clockwise to a full stop.

4.Remove the protective cap from LP tank valve. Always use cap and strap supplied with valve.

The regulator must enter the cylinder valve in a straight line.

Center this nipple of the regulator into the cylinder valve.

5.Hold regulator and insert nipple into the LP tank valve. Hand-tighten the coupling nut, holding regulator in a straight line with LP tank valve so as not to cross-thread the connection.

6.Turn the coupling nut clockwise and tighten to a full stop. The regulator will seal on the back-check feature in the LP tank valve, resulting in some resistance. An additional one-half to three-quarters turn is required to complete the connection. Tighten by hand only – do not use tools.

NOTE:

If you cannot complete the connection, disconnect the regulator and repeat steps 5 and 6. If you are still unable to complete the connection, do not use this regulator. Call 1-800-4-MY-HOME®for identical replacement parts.

The pressure regulator and hose assembly provided with this gas grill must be used. This regulator is set for an outlet pressure of 11 inches water column. Replacement pressure regulators and hose assemblies must be those specified in the parts list.

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