Use & Care
LP Tank (LP Gas Supply Cylinder)
• The LP tank used with your grill must meet the following |
requirements. |
• LP tank designed for use with your grill measures 12” |
(diameter) x |
tank which measures 12” (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18” (45.7 |
cm) (tall) with 20 lbs. (9 kg.) capacity maximum may also be |
used. |
• Be constructed and marked in accordance with |
specifications for LP tank of the U. S. Department of |
Transportation (DOT) or for Canada, |
cylinders, spheres and tubes for transportation of dangerous |
goods, Transport Canada (TC). See LP tank collar for |
marking. |
• LP tank valve must have: |
•Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or grill. |
•Safety relief valve. |
WARNING |
•If the regulator frosts turn off grill and LP tank valve immediately. This indicates a problem with the tank and it should not be used on any product. Return to supplier!
LP Tank Removal, Transport And Storage
•Turn OFF all control knobs and LP tank valve. Turn coupling nut counterclockwise by hand only - do not use tools to disconnect. Remove attachment holding LP tank, then lift up and off support bracket. Install safety cap onto LP tank valve. Always use cap and strap supplied with valve. Failure to use safety cap as directed may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
•UL listed Overfill Protection Device |
(OPD). This OPD safety feature is identified by a unique triangular
hand wheel. Use only LP tanks | OPD Hand Wheel |
equipped with this type of valve. | |
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LP Tank
Valve
Do not use a POL transport plug (plastic part with external threads)! It will defeat the safety feature
of the valve.
Safety Cap
Retainer
Strap
| OPD Hand Wheel |
A | Type 1 outlet with |
thread on outside | |
Safety Relief |
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Valve |
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Strap and Cap
•LP tank must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and include collar to protect LP tank valve.
DANGER
•Do not insert any tool or foreign objects into the valve outlet or safety relief valve. You may damage the valve and cause a leak. Leaking propane may result in explosion, fire, severe personal injury, or death.
•If a leak is detected at any time, STOP and call the fire department.
•If you cannot stop a gas leak, immediately close LP tank valve and call LP gas supplier or your fire
department!
•A disconnected LP tank in storage or being transported must have a safety cap installed (as shown). Do not store an LP tank in enclosed spaces such as a carport, garage, porch, covered patio or other building. Never leave an LP tank inside a vehicle which may become overheated by the sun. Always keep LP tank in upright position during use, transit or storage.
•Do not store an LP tank in an area where children play.
LP (Liquefied 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 Tank Filling
•Use only licensed and experienced dealers.
•LP dealer must purge a new tank before filling.
•Dealer should NEVER fill LP tank more than 80% of LP tank volume. Volume of propane in tank will vary by temperature.
•A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LP tank valve and call local LP gas dealer for assistance.
•Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas into the atmosphere. This is a hazardous practice.
•To remove gas from LP tank, contact an LP dealer or call a local fire department for assistance. Check the telephone directory under “Gas Companies” for nearest certified LP dealers.
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