Getting Started; Important Information About Lp Gas & Gas Connections - Weber TRAVELER Owner's Manual

GETTING STARTED

Important Information about LP
Gas & Gas Connections
What Is LP Gas?
Liquefied petroleum gas, also called LPG, LP gas, liquid
propane, or simply propane or butane, is the flammable,
petroleum-based product used to fuel your barbecue. It
is a gas at moderate temperatures and pressure when
it is not contained. But at moderate pressure inside a
container, such as a tank, LP is a liquid. As pressure is
released from the tank, the liquid readily vapourises and
becomes gas.
Safe Handling Tips for Disposable
Cartridges
There are various guidelines and safety factors that you
need to keep in mind when using LP gas. Carefully follow
these instructions before using your gas barbecue.
• Do not use a damaged, dented or rusty cartridge.
• Although the cartridge may appear to be empty, gas
may still be present, and the cartridge should be
transported and stored accordingly.
• Cartridges should not be dropped or handled roughly.
• Never store or transport the cartridge where
temperatures can reach 51° C (the cartridge will
become too hot to hold by hand). For example: do not
leave the cartridge in a car on a hot day.
• Cartridges must be kept out of reach of children.
• Leak-test the joint where the regulator connects to the
cartridge each time a reconnection occurs. For example:
test each time the cartridge is reinstalled.
• Leak-test the joint where the regulator connects to the
cartridge each time a reconnection occurs. For example:
test each time the cartridge is reinstalled.
• The areas around the cartridge must be free and clear
from debris.
• The cartridge should not be changed in the proximity of
an ignition source.
• Always close the regulator gas control valve before
disconnecting regulator.
What is a Regulator?
Your gas barbecue is equipped with a pressure
regulator, which is a device to control and maintain
uniform gas pressure as gas is released from the
LPG cylinder.
Regulator Connections
• In Great Britain, this barbecue must be fitted with a
regulator complying with BS 3016, having a nominal
output of 37 millibars.
• The length of the hose must not exceed 1.5 metres.
• Avoid kinking the hose.
• Change the flexible hose when national regulations
stipulate this as a requirement.
• Any parts sealed by the manufacturer must not be
altered by the user.
• Any modification of the appliance may be dangerous.
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Installing the Cartridge
Use only butane/propane disposable cartridges with
a minimum capacity of 430g and a maximum capacity
of 460g. The cartridge must have an EN417 valve as
illustrated (A).
Check that seals (between the appliance and the gas
container) are in place and in good condition before
connecting to the gas container.
1) Raise the barbecue.
2) Make sure burner control knob is turned off by
pushing it in and turning it clockwise to the off ( )
position.
3) Make sure the regulator gas control valve is turned
off by turning clockwise until tight.
4) Push cartridge into regulator and turn clockwise
until tight (B).
Removing the Cartridge
Every time you need to lower the barbecue cart, or if the
cartridge is empty and needs to be replaced, follow these
instructions to remove it.
1) Make sure burner control knob is turned off by
pushing it in and turning it clockwise to the off ( )
position.
2) Make sure the regulator gas control valve is turned
off by turning clockwise until tight.
3) Unscrew the cartridge from the regulator by turning
it anticlockwise and remove it from the barbecue.
Storage and/or Travel
Disconnect the cartridge if: 1) the cartridge is empty; 2)
the barbecue is being transported; 3) the barbecue is
being stored in a garage or other enclosed area; 4) the
barbecue is not in use.
• Do not store a disconnected cartridge in a building,
garage, or any other enclosed area.
• Do not store or transport a disconnected cartridge
inside the barbecue.
For barbecues that have been stored or left unused for a
while, it is important to follow these guidelines:
• The WEBER gas barbecue should be checked for gas
leaks and any obstructions in the burner tube before
it is used. (Refer to "CHECKING FOR GAS LEAKS" and
"ANNUAL MAINTENANCE.")
• Check that the areas under the cookbox and the
removable catch pan are free from debris that might
obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air.
• The spider/insect screen should also be checked for any
obstructions. (Refer to "ANNUAL MAINTENANCE.")
NORMAL VALVE DAMAGED VALVE
A
EN417
B
m CAUTION: Only use WEBER Q Gas or other
EN 417 cartridges marked 80% Butane/20%
Propane.
m WARNING: Hand tighten only. Using excessive
force could damage the regulator coupling
and cartridge valve. This could cause a leak or
.
prevent gas flow
m Check the seals before connecting a new gas
container to the appliance.
m Do not use the appliance if it has damaged or
worn seals.
m Gas containers shall be changed in a well
ventilated location, preferably outside, away
from any sources of ignition, such as naked
flames, pilots, electric fires and away from
other people.