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Safe handling tips for | Liquid Propane (LP) Cylinder(s) | |
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Liquid Propane Gas Cyl- | ■ The joint where the hose connects to the LP cylinder | |
must be leak tested each time the LP cylinder is | ||
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inders | reconnected. For example, test each time the LP | |
cylinder is refilled. | ||
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■ Liquid Propane (LP) gas is a petroleum product as | ■ Be sure the regulator is mounted with the small vent | |
hole pointed downward so that it will not collect water. | ||
are gasoline and natural gas. LP gas is a gas at | This vent should be free of dirt, grease, bugs etc. | |
regular temperatures and pressures. Under moderate | ■ The LP cylinder and connections supplied with your | |
pressure, inside a cylinder, LP gas is a liquid. As the | Weber Gas Barbecue have been designed and tested | |
pressure is released, the liquid readily vaporizes and | to meet government, American Gas Association, and | |
becomes gas. | Underwriters Laboratories requirements. |
■LP gas has an odor similar to natural gas. You should be aware of this odor.
■ LP gas is heavier than air. Leaking LP gas may | (1) |
collect in low areas and prevent dispersion. |
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■ To fill, take the LP cylinder to an RV center, or look |
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m WARNING: We recommend that your LP cylinder |
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be filled at an authorized LP gas dealer, by a |
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qualified attendant, who fills the tank by weight. |
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IMPROPER FILLING IS DANGEROUS. |
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m WARNING: If you exchange your LP cylinder, |
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make sure you get a similar tank in return. Your LP |
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cylinder is equipped with a quick closing coupling |
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or type 1 valve and an OPD (Overfilling Prevention |
| Liquid Propane Cylinder requirements | |
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Device). Other LP cylinders may not be compatible |
| ■ Replacement LP cylinders supplied by Weber satisfy | |
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with your barbecue connection. |
| the above requirements. Check to be sure other | |
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■ Air must be removed from a new LP cylinder before |
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| cylinders have a D.O.T. certification(1), and date | ||
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the initial filling. Your LP dealer is equipped to do this. |
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| tested(2) is within five years. Your LP gas supplier can | ||
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■ The LP cylinder must be installed, transported and |
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| do this for you. | ||
stored in an upright position. LP cylinders should not |
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| If you have questions about spare LP cylinders | ||
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be dropped or handled roughly. |
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| contact the Customer Service Representative in | ||
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■ Never store or transport the LP cylinder where |
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| your region using the contact information sheet | ||
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temperatures can reach 125° F (too hot to hold by |
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| provided with your manual. | ||
hand - for example: do not leave the LP cylinder in a |
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| ■ All LP tank supply systems must include a collar to | ||
car on a hot day). |
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| protect the cylinder valve. | ||
Note - A refill will last about 20 hours of cooking time |
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| ■ The LP cylinder must be a | ||
at normal use. The fuel scale will indicate the propane |
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| high, 12 1/4 inches in diameter). | ||
supply so you can refill before running out. You do not |
| ■ The LP cylinder must be constructed and marked in | |
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have to run out before you refill. |
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| accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders | ||
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■ Treat “empty” LP cylinders with the same care as |
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when full. Even when the LP tank is empty of liquid |
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there still may be gas pressure in the cylinder. Always |
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close the cylinder valve before disconnecting. |
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m CAUTION: When transporting the LP cylinder |
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make sure the plastic dust cover is in place over |
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the valve. This will keep dust and dirt from the |
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threaded portion of the valve. |
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■ Do not use a damaged LP cylinder. Dented or rusty |
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LP cylinders or LP cylinders with a damaged valve |
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may be hazardous and should be replaced with a new |
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one immediately. |
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