WARNING
CONNECTING HOSE AND REGULATOR TO AN LP GAS CYLINDER
•Insure the cylinder valve is CLOSED prior to connecting the LP gas cylinder to your fryer. Turn the regulator control knob clockwise to properly close the valve. Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the supply hose safety tags. Read and follow all warnings in this manual concerning the safe use of LP gas cylinders and the hose and regulator before connecting cylinder to fryer. Read and follow all warnings on the LP cylinder.
1.Check that the cylinder valve is closed by turning the knob clockwise.
2.Remove the protective plastic cap from the cylinder valve and the connection device.
3.Insert the nipple of connection device into the valve outlet. Insure that the device is centered properly.
4. Turn the large coupling nut clockwise by hand and tighten to a full stop. Take care not to cross thread the coupling nut onto the cylinder valve. Do not
NOTE: If you are unable to make the connection, repeat steps 3 and 4.
5.Check that the hose does not contain kinks, does not come into contact with sharp edges, and does not contact surfaces that may become hot during use.
6.Leak check all fittings before lighting your fryer. See section on "Leak Testing" in this manual.
DANGER
LEAK TESTING:
To prevent fire or explosion hazard:
•DO NOT smoke or permit ignition sources in the area while conducting a leak test.
•Perform test OUTDOORS only in a well ventilated area.
•Never perform a leak test with a match or open flame.
•Never perform a leak test while the fryer is in use or while fryer is still hot.
WARNING
WHEN TO PERFORM A LEAK TEST:
•After assembling your fryer and before lighting for the first time, even if purchased fully assembled.
•Every time the LP gas cylinder is refilled or if any of the gas components are replaced.
•Any time your fryer has been moved.
•At least once per year or if your fryer has not been used for more than 60 days.
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