Step 23
Check for gas leaks
DANGER
Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open flames in the area while you check for leaks. This will result in a fire or explosion which can cause serious bodily injury or death and damage to property.
WARNING: You should check for gas leaks every time you disconnect and reconnect a gas fitting.
Note - All factory made connections have been thoroughly checked for gas leaks. The burners have been flame tested. As a safety precaution you should recheck all fittings for leaks before using your Weber Genesis Gas Barbecue. Shipping and handling may have loosened or damaged a gas fitting.
WARNING: Perform these leak checks even if your barbecue was dealer or store assembled.
You will need: FlameCheck button, a soap and water solution and a rag or brush to apply it.
Note - Since some leaks test solutions, including soap and water, may be slightly corrosive, all connections should be rinsed with water after checking for leaks.
Make sure side burner is OFF. Remove valve control knob and screws. Remove porcelain top. Figure 33.
To perform leak checks: Slide back the collar of the quick disconnect. Push male fitting of the hose into the quick disconnect, and maintain pressure. Figure 34 (a). Slide the collar closed. Figure 34 (b). If it does not engage or lock, repeat procedure. Gas will not flow unless the quick disconnect is properly engaged.
Turn on gas supply. | Locking | |
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To barbecue | (a) |
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Male fitting |
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Quick disconnect engaged
Figure 34
Put the FlameCheck button on the FlameCheck valve.
When checking for gas leaks, push the FlameCheck button down and hold down until leak checking is complete. This will allow gas to fill the hoses and manifold. Figure 35.
Figure 33
Figure 35
WARNING: Do not ignite burners while leak checking.
Check for leaks by wetting the connections with the soap and water solution and watching for bubbles. If bubbles form or if a bubble grows there is a leak.
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