GAS HOOK-UP’S AND WARNINGS
(LP) LIQUID PETROLEUM GAS
•LP gas is nontoxic, odorless and colorless when produced. For Your Safety, LP gas has been given an odor (similar to rotten cabbage) so that it can be smelled.
•LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly when mixed with air.
LP cylinder requirements:
•Use LP cylinder only with these required measurements:
•12”(30.5cm) (diameter) x 18” (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg) capacity maximum.
•LP cylinders must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for LP cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada,
LP cylinder valve must have:
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•Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or grill. The type 1 valve is easily recognized by the large external thread on the outside of the valve.
•Safety relief valve with direct connection to the vapour space of the cylinder.
•UL listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD). This OPD safety feature is identi- fied by a unique triangular hand wheel. Use only LP cylinders equipped with this type of valve.
•A device for vapor withdrawal.
•A collar to protect the LP tank shut off valve.
OPD Hand Wheel |
Type 1 outlet with |
thread on outside |
Safety Relief Valve |
Strap and Cap |
•A ring on the bottom of the LP tank to secure it to the support assembly.
•Place dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is not in use. Only use dust cap provided with LP cylinder.
WARNING
Any attempt to connect a regulator to any connectors other than the mating TYPE
DO NOT connect to a propane cylinder exceeding 9.1 kg capacity or use a cylinder with any other type of cylinder valve connection device.
Before opening LP cylinder valve, check the coupling nut for tightness.
DANGER
•NEVER store a spare LP cylinder, empty or full, under or near the appliance.
•Never fill a cylinder beyond 80% full.
•An over filled or improperly stored cylinder is a hazard due to possible gas release from the safety relief valve. This could cause an intense fire or explosion with risk of property damage, serious injury or death.
•Do not store objects or materials inside the barbecue cart enclosure that would block the flow of combustion air to the underside of either the control panel or the burner box.
•If you see, smell or hear gas escaping, immediately get away from the LP cylinder/appliance and call your fire department.
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