Meco 8452-5-SS1 CONNECTING/DISCONNECTING the GAS, Using GAS, LP Cylinder, LP Hose and Regulator

CONNECTING/DISCONNECTING THE GAS

USING GAS

CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD

·This appliance can produce carbon monoxide which has no odor. Using it in an enclosed space can kill you.

·Never use this appliance indoors, on recreational vehicles, or boats.

To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:

·Use only propane gas in this LP gas grill.

·Do not attempt to convert an LP unit to natural gas.

·Any use or alteration of this unit not intended could be unsafe and will void your warranty.

·Always use a gas appliance outdoors in an open area

with good ventilation to avoid breathing toxic fumes from leaking gas, explosion or fire. As with all conventional fuels, the burning process consumes oxygen and produces toxic gases, including carbon monoxide. In addition, the combustion products of such fuels, including liquefied petroleum (LP), contain chemicals known to the state of California and other authorities to cause cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm.

LP CYLINDER

To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury, fire or death:

·Read and follow all warnings on LP gas cylinder.

·If you see, smell, or hear the hiss of LP gas escaping from the cylinder:

1.Do not attempt to light appliance.

2.Extinguish any open flame.

3.Disconnect from fuel supply.

·Do not operate the LP gas grill without the LP gas cylinder secured to the cart and oriented as shown in Assembly Instructions for Connecting the LP Cylinder.

·Never connect or disconnect LP gas cylinder or fittings while grill is in use or is hot.

·When the LP gas cylinder is connected, keep the grill outside in a well-ventilated space.

·Do not use an LP gas cylinder if it shows signs of dents, gouges, bulges, fire damage, corrosion, leakage, excessive rust or other forms of visual external damage; it may be hazardous and should be checked by a liquid propane supplier. Do not use an LP cylinder with a damaged valve.

·Do not store a spare LP gas cylinder under or near the LP gas grill.

·When grill is not in use, turn off all grill control knobs, LP cylinder valve and disconnect LP cylinder.

·Never fill the LP gas cylinder more than 80% of cylinder volume. (20 lb. maximum) Do not ask the propane supplier to over-fill the cylinder.

·If you obtain LP gas through a cylinder exchange dealer, make sure you get a safe and adequate O.P.D. cylinder. (See page 23) Use only a licensed LP gas cylinder dealer.

·The LP gas cylinder, for use with this LP gas grill, must meet the following requirements:

1)12” diameter x 18” tall, 20 lb maximum capacity

2)Overfill Protection Device (OPD) safety feature (should be noted on cylinder)

3)Must be constructed and marked in accordance with Specifications for LP-Gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN\CSA-B339, Cylinders ,spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and Commission, as applicable (See collar for marking)

4)Must have collar to protect LP cylinder valve.

LP HOSE AND REGULATOR

To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:

·Clean and inspect the gas hose/regulator before each use of the outdoor cooking gas appliance. The gas hose/regulator must be replaced prior to being used, if there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is cut or leaks.

·Use only the gas hose/regulator assembly that has been supplied with this gas grill. Do not use hose/regulator from another manufacturer.

·Always check for gas leaks when you connect and disconnect the hose/regulator to the LP gas cylinder, especially after a period of storage (for example, over winter).

·Make sure there are no sharp bends in the hose.

·Make sure hose/regulator does not contact any heated surfaces.

·If the hose/regulator assembly is not working properly and you need a replacement, contact the manufacturer (1-800-251-7558). Be sure to specify your grill model.

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