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SAFE USE & MAINTENANCE OF PROPANE GAS BOTTLES
READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS PROVIDED WITH THE PROPANE-GAS CYLINDER
When operating this appliance with a propane-gas cylinder, these instructions and warnings
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN A SERIOUS FIRE OR EXPLOSION
CYLINDER/CONNECTOR REQUIREMENTS
a. Propane-gas cylinders, valves, and hoses must be
maintained in good condition and must be replaced if
there is visible damage to either the cylinder or valve.
If the hose is cut or shows excessive abrasion or wear,
it must be replaced before using the gas appliance
(see e.).
b. This unit, when used with a cylinder, should be
connected to a standard 5-gallon (20 lb)
propane-gas cylinder equipped with an OPD
(Overfill Prevention Device). The OPD has been
required on all cylinders sold since October 1, 1998, to
prevent overfilling.
c. Cylinder dimensions should be approximately 12"
(30.5 cm) in diameter and 18" (45.7 cm) high. Cylinders
must be constructed and marked in accordance with
the Specifications for Propane Gas Cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) or the National
Standard of Canada, Cylinders, Spheres, and Tubes for
Transportation of Dangerous Goods.
d. The cylinder used must include a collar to protect the
cylinder valve, and the cylinder supply system must be
arranged for vapor withdrawal.
e. The pressure regulator and hose assembly (figure 7-1)
supplied with this outdoor-cooking gas appliance
must be used. Original and replacement pressure
regulator and hose assemblies must be those
specified by the manufacturer for connection with a
cylinder connecting device identified as Type I(see
PARTS LIST for ordering information).
f. The propane-gas cylinder valve must be equipped
with a cylinder connection coupling device,
described as Type I in the standard defined in
paragraph e. above. This device is commonly
described as an Acme thread quick coupler.
g. If the propane-gas cylindercomes with a dust plug,
place the dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet
whenever the cylinder is not in use.
QUICK COUPLER OPERATION
To connect the regulator/hose assembly to the
propane-gas cylinder valve fitting: Press the
hand nut on the regulator over the Acme thread
fitting on the cylinder valve. Turn the hand nut
clockwise to engage the threads and tighten
until snug.
IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY
MUST be observed.
The use of pliers or a wrench should not be
necessary. Only cylinders marked "propane" may be
used.
Turn the hand nut counterclock
To disconnect:
wise until detached (figure 7-1 ).
Before using the unit, and after each
Important:
time the cylinder is removed and reattached, check
the hose for wear (see a.) and check all connections
for leaks. Turn off the unit valves and open the
main cylinder valve, then check connections with
soapy water. Repair any leaks before lighting the
unit.
CAUTION: Always turn the propane cylinder main
valve off after each use, and before moving the
unit and cylinder or disconnecting the coupling.
This valve must remain closed and the cylinder
disconnected while the appliance is not in use,
even though the gas flow is stopped by a safety
feature when the coupler is disconnected.
Carefully inspect the hose assembly each time
before the gas is turned on. A cracked or frayed
hose should be replaced immediately.
If the appliance is stored indoors, the cylinder must
be disconnected and removed. Disconnected
cylinders must be stored outdoors, out of the reach
of children, with threaded valve plugs tightly
installed, and must not be stored in a building,
garage, or any other enclosed area.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
a. DO NOT store a spare propane-gas cylinder
under or near this appliance.
b. NEVER fill the cylinder beyond SO-percent full.
c. lF THE INFORMATION IN a. AND b. IS NOT
FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE CAUSING DEATH
OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR.
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Fig. 7-1
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