Weber TRAVELER 53920 Owner's Manual page 9

What is a Leak Check?
Once the LP gas hose is properly connected, it is
necessary to perform a leak check. A leak check is
a reliable way to verify that gas is not escaping after
you make a connection. The fuel system in your grill
features factory-made connections that have been
thoroughly checked for gas leaks and the burners have
been flame-tested.
WEBER recommends performing a thorough leak check
after assembly, as well as every time you disconnect
and reconnect a gas fitting. The following fittings should
be tested:
• Where the burner valve connects to the quick-connect
fitting.
• Where the quick-conect fitting connects with the gas
hose.
Checking for Gas Leaks
1) Make sure burner control knob is turned off by
pushing it in and turning it clockwise to the off ( )
position.
2) Turn gas supply on at the source.
3) Wet fittings (A) with a soap and water solution, using
a spray bottle, brush, or rag. You can make your own
soap and water solution by mixing 20% liquid soap
with 80% water; or, you can purchase leak check
solution in the plumbing section of any hardware
store.
4) If bubbles appear there is a leak:
a) If the leak is at the quick-connect fitting (B) or at
the gas hose (C), turn off gas. DO NOT OPERATE
THE GRILL. Contact the Customer Service
Representative in your area using the contact
information on our website.
5) If bubbles do not appear, leak checking is complete:
a) Rinse connections with water.
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.
m DANGER: Do not use a flame to check for gas
leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open
flames in the area while you check for leaks.
m DANGER: Leaking gas may cause a fire or
explosion.
m DANGER: Do not operate the grill if there is a
gas leak present.
m DANGER: If you see, smell, or hear the hiss of
gas escaping from the liquid propane tank:
1) Move away from liquid propane tank.
2) Do not attempt to correct the problem
yourself.
3) Call your fire department.
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