Attaching LP Gas Cylinder
The LP-gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the Specifications for LP-gas Cylinders of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres, and Tubes for the Transportation of dangerous Goods; and Commission. Only Cylinders with a listed overfilling prevention device (OPD) will have valve handles with three "lobes" (prongs). Only use 20-pound cylinders equipped with a cylinder connection device compatible with the connection for out door cooking appliances. The cylinder must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve. Blue gas cylinder should not be dropped or handled roughly! If the appliance is not in use, the gas cylinder must be disconnected. Storage of an appliance indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance. Cylinders must not be stored in a building, garage, or and enclosed area. Your cylinder must never be stored where temperatures can reach over 125˚F! Before connecting, be sure that there is no debris caught in the head of the gas cylinder, head of the regulator valve, or in the head of the burner and burner ports. Connect regulator valve and hand–tighten firmly. Disconnect the propane cylinder from the regulator valve when the grill is not in use. DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion air and ventilation air to the grill.
Leak Test
Safety Precautions:
•Test all gas connections for leaks before using your propane grill.
•Test for leaks every time you connect the gas supply.
•Do not smoke while checking for leaks.
•DANGER - 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.
•Test for leaks outdoors in a well ventilated area.
1.Mix a couple tablespoons of liquid detergent with an equal amount of water. Use mild soap and water. DO NOT USE HOUSEHOLD CLEANING AGENTS.
2.Be sure that all the Burner Control Knobs are in the OFF position and the gas cylinder is open.
3.Use a clean paint brush to brush soapy solution onto connection between gas cylinder and Regulator orifice, and watch for bubbles.
4.If bubbles form or if a bubble grows, there is a leak. Retighten connection and repeat steps (2) and (3).
NOTE: If you cannot stop a leak, remove gas cylinder and check for damaged threads, dirt and debris at the connection and gas cylinder. Also check to see if anything is obstructing flow of gas at the connection and gas cylinder open- ings. Remove any obstruction that may be found and repeat leak test.