SAFE USE & MAINTENANCE OF PROPANE GAS CYLINDERS cont’d.

CYLINDER AND CONNECTOR REQUIREMENTS AND

SPECIFICATIONS

a.Propane gas cylinders and valves must be maintained in good condition and must be replaced if there is visible damage to either the cylinder or valve.

b.This barbecue, when used with a cylinder, should be connected to a standard 5 gallon (20lb.) Propane gas cylinder equipped with an OPD (Overfill Prevention Device). The OPD has been required on all cylinders sold since October 1,1998 to prevent overfilling.

c.Cylinder dimensions should be approximately 12 inches in diameter and 18 inches high. Cylinders must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for Propane Gas Cylinders of the U.S.Department of Transportation (D.O.T) or National Standard of Canada,CAN/ CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods.

d.The cylinder must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve and the cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.

e.Pressure regulator and hose assembly (Figure 2A) supplied with this outdoor cooking gas appliance must be used. Original and replacement pressure regulator and hose assemblies must be those specified by Robert H. Peterson Co. for connection with a cylinder connecting device identified as Type I by the Harmonized Standard ANSI Z 21.58 and CGA 1.6-M95-1995 with Addenda ANSI Z 21.58a -1998 and CGA 1.6a - M98.

QUICK COUPLER OPERATION

To connect the regulator/hose assembly to the L.P. gas cylinder valve fitting: Press the hand nut on the regulator over the acme thread fitting on the cylinder valve. Turn the hand nut clockwise to engage the threads and tighten until snug.The use of pliers or wrench should not be necessary.

To disconnect: Turn the hand nut counterclockwise until detached. (Figure 2A).

Important: Before using the barbecue and after each time the cylinder is removed and reattached, check all connections for leaks. Turn off the barbecue valves and open the main cylinder valve, then check connections with soapy water. Repair any leaks before lighting the barbecue.

CAUTION: Always turn the propane cylinder main valve off after each use and before moving the barbecue and cylinder or disconnecting the coupling.This valve must remain closed while the appliance is not in use, even though the gas flow is stopped by a safety feature when the coupler is disconnected.

Carefully inspect the hose assembly each time before the gas is turned on. A cracked or frayed hose should be replaced immediately.

If the appliance is stored indoors, the cylinder must be disconnected and removed. Cylinders must be stored out of the reach of children and must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.

f. Propane gas cylinder valve must be equipped with a cylinder connection coupling device, described as Type I in Harmonized ANSI standard defined in paragraph e. above. This is described as an Acme Thread Quick Coupler.

g.Your propane gas cylinder may be equipped with a Type II Quick Disconnect (plug-in) Coupler (Figure 2B). An approved regulator /hose assembly for this type of coupling is available through your dealer from R.H. Peterson Co.

QCC TYPE I

HANDWHEEL

 

 

CYLINDER VALVE

 

 

 

 

(ACME THREAD

 

BRASS ACME

 

 

QUICK COUPLER)

 

 

REGULATOR

 

THREAD FITTING

 

 

 

 

PRESSURE

UL

 

 

 

RELIEF VALVE

 

 

 

 

 

 

LIQUID LEVEL

 

VENT

 

 

INDICATOR

HAND NUT

 

 

CYLINDER

(OPTIONAL)

HOSE

 

 

WITH

 

 

 

ACME THREAD

 

Figure 2A Type I Acme Thread Quick Coupler

FOR YOUR SAFETY

a.DO NOT store a spare propane gas cylinder under or near this appliance.

b.NEVER fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full.

c.IF THE INFORMATION IN “A” AND “B” IS NOT FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE CAUSING DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR.

TYPE II

HANDWHEEL

 

 

 

 

CYLINDER VALVE

 

 

 

(QUICK DISCONNECT

 

BRASS COUPLING

 

COUPLER)

 

REGULATOR

 

 

PRESSURE

UL

 

 

RELIEF VALVE

 

 

 

 

 

NIPPLE

 

 

 

 

VENT

 

 

LIQUID LEVEL

 

 

CYLINDER

INDICATOR

HOSE

 

(OPTIONAL)

Figure 2B Type II Quick Disconnect Coupler

CHECKING AND ADJUSTING YOUR BARBECUE

1. CHECK BARBECUE FUEL ORIFICE SIZE

Deluxe Select Portable Barbecues are equipped with fuel orifices for natural gas, unless otherwise indicated. To use with propane gas, you must install smaller orifices to avoid hazardous overheating.

The proper orifice size for Natural Gas is #47 (drill size).

The proper orifice size for Propane Gas is #55 (drill size).

2.IF YOU ARE NOT SURE YOU HAVE THE CORRECT BARBECUE BURNER ORIFICE SIZE

a.Remove the air shutter access panel, located under the right side rigid shelf (see Parts List)

b.Release with a screwdriver and remove one of the stainless steel hold down clips which are holding down the back end of each burner.

c.Check the orifice size by lifting the burner up off of the back side of the unit and pulling it away from the orifice. The orifice can be easily removed with a 3/8” hex screwdriver. The drill size is stamped on the face of each orifice. Be sure not to lose the air shutter or air shutter spring which will become detached when the burner is removed.

d.Change all orifices if necessary, following instructions provided with the replacement orifices (furnished with all Fire Magic Gas Barbecues).

e.After checking orifice drill size, install the air shutter spring and the air shutter over the orifice holder fitting, between the burner and the heat shield, in the order and position shown in (Figure 3).

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