Checking for LP gas leaks

Never test for leaks with a flame. Prior to first use, at the beginning of each season, or every time your LP gas tank is changed, you must check for gas leaks.

,Make a 50/50 (soap/water) mild soap solution.

2. Turn the control knobs to full OFF position; then turn gas ON at supply tank.

,Apply the soap solution with a clean brush to all gas connections. See below. If growing bubbles appear in the solution the connections are not properly sealed. Check each fitting and tighten or repair as necessary.

Gas Connection Leak Check

4.If you have a gas connection leak you cannot repair, turn gas OFF at supply tank, disconnect fuel line from your grill and call 1-800-4-MY-HOME or your gas supplier for repair assistance.

5.Also apply soapy solution to the tank seams. See below. If growing bubbles appear, shut tank OFF and do not use or move it! Contact an LP gas supplier or your fire department for assistance.

Gas Tank Leak Check

Grill Lighting Instructions for Main Burners

1.Do not smoke while lighting grill or checking gas supply connections.

2.Be sure that LP gas tank is sufficiently full.

,/_ WARNING

Failure to open grill lid during the lighting procedure could result in a fire or explosion that could cause serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.

,Be sure all gas connections are securely tightened.

4.Open the grill main lid and side burner lid.

5.Push and turn any main burner knob to_i_HI position, holding knob and Electronic i9_nition

button for 3 to 5 seconds to light burner.

,To light additional burners, turn burner knob(s) to_ HI. Push and hold electronic ignition button to light burner. Adjust knob(s) to desired setting.

,If the burner does not light after 5 seconds, turn knob to OFF. Turn gas OFF at LP tank and wait 5 minutes for gas to clear. Then turn gas ON at tank and repeat step 5

,If burner still does not light, see Match Lighting section and If Grill Still Fails to Light section on following page.

USING THE SIDE BURNER:

Inspect the gas supply hose prior to turning the gas "ON". If there is evidence of cuts, wear or abrasion, it must be replaced prior to use. Do not use the side burner if the odor of gas is present.

WARNING: Always keep your face and body as far away from the burner as possible when lighting.

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SIDE BURNER

1.Open side burner lid fully.

2.Push and turn side burner knob to "_HI position. Push and hold Electronic Ignition button for 3-5 seconds to light burner. If the side burner does not light after 5 seconds, turn knob to OFF. Turn gas OFF at LP tank and wait 5 minutes for gas to clear. Then turn gas ON at tank and repeat step 2.

3.If burner still does not light, see Match Lighting section and If Grill Still Fails to Light Section on following page.

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Kenmore 122.166419, 640-26629611-0 manual Checking for LP gas leaks, Grill Lighting Instructions for Main Burners