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How to Perform A Leak Test “FIRST TIME USE” and as required

Supplies Needed for a Leak Test:

Clean paint brush

Water

Dish washing liquid

1.Use an LP Gas Cylinder equipped with an OPD (Overfill Prevention Device) and have it filled at an authorized LP gas dealer by a qualified attendant.

2.Make sure all grill Control Panel Knobs are turned to the “Off” position and verify that the LP Gas Cylinder valve is closed by turning the knob on the LP Gas Cylinder clockwise until it stops.

3.Mix one part of water with one part of dish washing liquid.

4.With the regulator hose connected to the LP Gas Cylinder, turn the knob on the Cylinder counterclockwise. (Fig. 1)

 

Fig. 1

Check for leaks at

 

 

Coupling

 

Cylinder Valve and

 

Regulator Connection

Nut

 

 

and Fittings

 

 

 

 

Fig. 2

5.Check for leaks by brushing the soap solution on all gas valves, hose connections and fittings. (Shown by the heavy arrows in Fig. 2 & 3) Make sure you generously brush the locations with the soap solution, completely surrounding the connections and fittings.

Fig. 3

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Meco 6623S8E641 manual How to Perform a Leak Test First Time USE and as required