Weber 55249 Safe handling tips for Liquid Propane, Gas Cylinders, For Canada Only, DOT 4BA240

Gas Instructions

Safe handling tips for Liquid Propane		Liquid Propane (LP) Cylinder(s)
		■ The joint where the hose connects to the LP cylinder
Gas Cylinders		must be leak tested each time the LP cylinder is
■	Liquid Propane (LP) gas is a petroleum product as are	reconnected. For example, test each time the LP
		cylinder is refilled.
	gasoline and natural gas. LP gas is a gas at regular
		■ Be sure the regulator is mounted with the small vent
	temperatures and pressures. Under moderate pressure,
		hole pointed downward so that it will not collect water.
	inside a cylinder, LP gas is a liquid. As the pressure is
		This vent should be free of dirt, grease, bugs etc.
	released, the liquid readily vaporizes and becomes gas.
		■ The LP cylinder and connections supplied with your
■	LP gas has an odor similar to natural gas. You should
		Weber® gas barbecue have been designed and tested
	be aware of this odor.
		to meet government, American Gas Association, and
■	LP gas is heavier than air. Leaking LP gas may collect
		Underwriters Laboratories requirements.
	in low areas and prevent dispersion.
		Liquid Propane Cylinder requirements
■	To fill, take the LP cylinder to an RV center, or look up
		■ Replacement LP cylinders supplied by Weber satisfy
	“gas-propane” in the phone book for other sources of
		the above requirements. Check to be sure other
	LP gas.
		cylinders have a D.O.T. certification(1), and date
	WARNING: We recommend that your LP cylinder be
		tested(2) is within five years. Your LP gas supplier can
	filled at an authorized LP gas dealer, by a qualified
		do this for you.
	attendant, who fills the tank by weight. IMPROPER
	FILLING IS DANGEROUS.	(1)
	WARNING: If you exchange your LP cylinder, make
	sure you get a similar tank in return. Your LP
	cylinder is equipped with a quick closing coupling		DOT 4BA240
	or type 1 valve and an OPD (Overfilling Prevention
	Device). Other LP cylinders may not be compatible	00/01
	with your barbecue connection.

■ Air must be removed from a new LP cylinder before the
initial filling. Your LP dealer is equipped to do this.
■ The LP cylinder must be installed, transported and
stored in an upright position. LP cylinders should not be	(2)
dropped or handled roughly.	If you have questions about spare LP cylinders
■ Never store or transport the LP cylinder where
	contact the Customer Service Representative in your
temperatures can reach 125° F (too hot to hold by hand
	region using the contact information sheet provided
- for example: do not leave the LP cylinder in a car on a
	with your manual.
hot day).
	■ All LP tank supply systems must include a collar to
Note - A refill will last about 20 hours of cooking time at
	protect the cylinder valve.
normal use. The fuel scale will indicate the propane supply
	■ The LP cylinder must be a 20-lb. size (18 1/4 inches
so you can refill before running out. You do not have to run
	high, 12 1/4 inches in diameter).
out before you refill.
	■ The LP cylinder must be constructed and marked in
■ Treat “empty” LP cylinders with the same care as when
	accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders
full. Even when the LP tank is empty of liquid there still
	of the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.).
may be gas pressure in the cylinder. Always close the
cylinder valve before disconnecting.	For Canada Only
CAUTION: When transporting the LP cylinder make
sure the plastic dust cover is in place over the
valve. This will keep dust and dirt from the threaded	Liquid Propane Cylinder requirements
portion of the valve.	WARNING: Replacement LP tanks must match the
■ Do not use a damaged LP cylinder. Dented or rusty LP
	regulator connection supplied with this barbecue.
cylinders or LP cylinders with a damaged valve may be	Note: Your retailer can help you match a replacement tank
hazardous and should be replaced with a new one
	to your barbecue
immediately.
	■ All LP tank supply systems must include a collar to
	protect the cylinder valve.
	■ The LP cylinder must be a 20-lb. size (18 1/4 inches
	high, 12 1/4 inches in diameter).
	■ The LP cylinder must be constructed and marked in
	accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders,
	T.C.

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