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Installation / Assembly
Testing for Leaks
Perform a leak test at least once each year whether the
gas supply cylinder has been disconnected or not. In
addition, anytime the gas cylinder is connected to the
regulator or any part of the gas system is disconnected
or replaced, conduct a leak test.
As a safety precaution, remember to always leak test
your firepit or fireplace outdoors in a well-ventilated
area. Never smoke or permit sources of ignition in the
area while doing a leak test. Do not use a flame, such
as a lighted match to test for leaks. Use only a leak
testing solution as specified below.
1.
Prepare a leak testing solution of sudsy water by
mixing in a spray bottle half-liquid soap and half
water.
2.
Check and make sure all the control knobs are in
the OFF position.
3.
Turn cylinder valve knob counter clockwise one
turn to open.
4.
Apply leak-testing solution by spraying on joints of
the gas delivery system.
5.
Blowing bubbles in the soap solution indicates that
a leak is present.
6.
Stop a leak by tightening the loose joint or by
replacing the faulty part with a replacement part
recommended by the manufacturer. Do not attempt
to repair the cylinder valve if it should become
damaged. The cylinder must be replaced.
7.
If you are unable to stop a leak, shut off the gas
supply at the cylinder valve. Remove the cylinder
from the firepit or fireplace. Call an authorized gas
appliance service technician or LP gas dealer. Do
not use the appliance until the leak is corrected.
8.
Push in and turn any control knob to release
pressure in the hose and manifold.
9.
Turn off the control knob.
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Leak Testing Procedure
Perform a leak test at least once a year whether the
gas supply cylinder has been disconnected or not. In
addition, whenever the gas cylinder is connected to the
regulator or whenever any part of the gas system is
disconnected or replaced, perform a leak test.
As a safety precaution, remember to always leak test
your fireplace or firepit outdoors in a well-ventilated
area. Never smoke or permit sources of ignition in the
area while doing a leak test. Do not use a flame, such
as a lighted match to test for leaks. Use a solution of
soapy water.
1.
Prepare a leak testing solution of soapy water by
mixing in a spray bottle one part liquid soap to one
part water.
2.
Make sure all the control knobs are in the OFF
position.
3.
Turn on the gas.
a.
On natural gas systems, turn the main feed
valve to the grill.
b.
On LP systems, turn the cylinder valve knob
counter clockwise one turn to open.
4.
Apply the leak-testing solution by spraying it on
joints of the gas delivery system. Blowing bubbles
in the soap solution indicates that a leak is present.
5.
Stop a leak by tightening the loose joint or by
replacing the faulty part with a replacement part
recommended by the manufacturer. Do not attempt
to repair the cylinder valve if it is damaged. The
cylinder must be replaced.
6.
Turn all control knobs back to the full OFF position.
If you are unable to stop a leak:
1.
Turn all control knobs back to the full OFF position.
2.
Shut off the gas supply to the fireplace or firepit
and release pressure in the hose and manifold by
pushing in and turning any of the control valves
one quarter turn counter-clockwise.
3.
On LP systems, remove the cylinder from the
fireplace or firepit.
4.
Call an authorized gas appliance service technician
or an LP gas dealer.
Do not use the appliance until the leak is corrected.
2007 Fireplace and Firepit Owner's Manual
LTR20071006, Rev. A
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