The hose and regulator are connected in the following manner:
Slide back the collar of the quick disconnect on the tank valve. Push the male fitting of the regulator into the quick disconnect, and maintain pressure. Slide the collar closed. Figure 32 (a). Figure 32 (b) shows the quick disconnect engaged and various components of the tank and regulator. Regulator vent hole should be at 3, 6, or 9 o'clock. It should not be pointed up. Figure 32 (c).
Step 25
Check for gas leaks
mDANGER
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.
(a)
Male fitting
Hose 
(b)
Tank valve
Regulator
Regulator vent
Collar
Valve handwheel close clockwise
Pressure relief valve
Tank
mWARNING: 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 Gas Barbecue. Shipping and handling may have loosened or damaged a gas fitting.
mWARNING: Perform these leak checks even if your barbecue was dealer or store assembled.
You will need: 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.
Quick disconnect engaged
(c)
Turn so regulator vent 
does not collect water
Figure 32
Figure 33
To perform leak checks: open tank valve by turning the tank valve handwheel counterclockwise. Figure 34.
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Figure 34
mWARNING: 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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