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The safety relief valve on the LP tank could activate releasing gas and cause an intense fire
with risk of death or serious injury. Therefore, follow instructions bulleted below exactly.
(a) Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or near this appliance.
(b) Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full; and
(c) If the instructions in (a) and (b) are not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious
injury any occur.
If you see, smell, or hear escaping gas, immediately get away from the LP tank/appliance and
call your fire department.
All spare LP tanks must have safety caps installed on the LP tank outlet.
LP Tank Removal, Transport and Storage
Turn OFF all control knobs and LP tank valve. Turn coupling nut counterclockwise by hand only –
do not use tools to disconnect. Place dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is
not in use. Only install the type of dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet that is provided with the
cylinder valve. Other types of caps or plugs may result in leakage of
propane.
A disconnected LP tank in storage or being transported must have a
safety cap installed as shown. Do not store an LP tank in enclosed
spaces such as a carport, garage, porch, covered patio or other
building. Never leave an LP tank inside a vehicle which may become
overheated by the sun.
Do not store LP tanks in an area where children play.
LP Tank
The LP tank used with your appliance must meet the following requirements:
Purchase LP tanks only with these required measurements: 12" (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18"
(45.7cm) (tall) with 20lb. (9kg) capacity maximum.
The LP-gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the
specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National
Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of
Dangerous Goods.
LP tank valve must have:
Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or appliance.
Safety relief valve.
UL listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD). This OPD safety feature is
identified by a unique triangular hand wheel. Use only tanks equipped with this
type of valve.
LP tank must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and include collar to protect LP
tank valve.
LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
LP gas is non toxic, odorless and colorless when produced. For your safety, LP gas has been an
odor (similar to rotten cabbage) so that it can be smelled.
LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly when mixed with air.
LP Tank Filling
Use only licensed and experienced dealers.
LP dealer must purge tanks before filling.
Dealer should NEVER fill LP tank more than 80% of LP tank volume. Volume of propane in tanks
will vary by temperature.
A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LP tank valve and call LP gas dealer for
assistance.
TF1038-014531 English
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