Step 11
Check for gas leaks
DANGER
Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open flames in the area while you check for leaks. This will result in a fire or explosion which can cause serious bodily injury or death and damage to property.
WARNING: Check for gas leaks every time any gas fitting is disconnected and reconnected.
You will need: a soap and water solution and a rag or brush to apply it.
Note - Since some leak test solutions, including soap and water, may be slightly corrosive, all connections should be rinsed with water after checking for leaks.
To perform leak checks: Turn test valve to the CLOSED position. Figure 11. Turn tank valve ON (counterclockwise). Check for leaks by wetting the connections with the soap and water solution and watching for bubbles.
Check the following connections, as shown in figure 11:
a)Test valve to regulator connection.
b)Quick disconnect fitting to LP tank connection.
(b)
(a)
Test valve in CLOSED position Test valve in OPEN position
Figure 11
If bubbles occur, or if a bubble enlarges, the connection is leaking. Turn OFF the gas at LP tank.
If the leak is at connection a) DO NOT OPERATE THE
BARBECUE. Contact your dealer.
If the leak is at connection b) disconnect and reconnect the quick disconnect fitting. Turn the gas back on and recheck with the soap and water solution.
WARNING: If leak persists after tightening the connection, turn OFF the gas at LP tank. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE. Contact your dealer.
After completing the leak checks:
a)Turn the LP tank valve OFF (clockwise) and rinse connections with water.
b)Turn the test valve to the OPEN position (parallel to the hose). Figure 12.
Test valve must be in OPEN position when operating grill
Figure 12
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