Leak Testing; Fixing A Fuel Leak - Coleman 8350 Series Assembly Manual

Leak Testing

DANGER
T P F E
O REVENT IRE OR XPLOSION
• NO SMOKING. DO NOT use or permit sources of ignition
in the area while doing a leak test.
• Perform leak tests outdoors only.
• NEVER perform a leak test with fire or flame.
How to Check for Leaks
1. Make a soapy solution of equal parts mild liquid dishwashing
detergent and water.
2. Turn off all burner control knobs.
3. Turn on the fuel supply. Turn the cylinder valve knob
counterclockwise (right to left) one rotation.
4. Apply a soap solution to the connections indicated with the
arrows in Fig. 14. If bubbles appear at these areas, a leak
is indicated.
Fig. 14
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Fixing A Fuel Leak

• If you detect a leak:
1. Turn off the fuel supply. Push in and turn on the control knobs
to release pressure in the hose, then turn the control knobs
back to off.
2. Wash off soapy solutions with cold water and towel dry.
3. Stop a leak by tightening the loose joint, or by replacing the
faulty part with a replacement part recommended by Coleman.
DO NOT attempt to repair the cylinder valve if it should
become damaged; the cylinder MUST be replaced.
4. If you are unable to stop a leak, shut off the gas supply at the
cylinder valve. Remove the cylinder from the grill. Call a gas
appliance serviceman or L.P. gas dealer. DO NOT use grill
until the leak is corrected.
• When to test for leaks:
1. Perform a leak test each time the gas supply cylinder is
connected to the regulator. Leak test anytime a part of
the gas system is replaced.
2. Perform a leak test at least once each year whether the L.P.
gas supply cylinder has been disconnected or not.
3. Have a dealer check the cylinder for deterioration after 12
years, according to DOT regulations. Immediately replace the
cylinder if any deterioration is found.
CAUTION
Inspect the gas supply hoses before each use. Open the
door to inspect the hose assembly below the grill. Also
inspect the hose assembly below the side burner. If there are
cuts, damage, excessive abrasion or wear, replace the hoses
prior to operating the appliance. During assembly of the grill
and when attaching or replacing the L. P. gas cylinder, insure
that all gas supply hoses are free of kinks and/or damage
and are at least 3 inches away from hot surfaces such as the
grill housing. Use only hose replacements specified in the
parts list.
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