Southern Pride SRG Series Instruction Manual page 19

How to keep your regulator operating efficiently and safely.
The regulator comes with a protective cover in place to protect the regulator vent from freezing rain, snow, etc.
collecting over the vent hole of the regulator. It is important to check the vent frequently to be sure it is clean
and free of water, corrosion or obstruction, as clogging is a potential cause of regulator malfunction. In the
event the vent does become clogged it can easily be cleaned with a toothbrush. In addition, your regulator
should be checked periodically by a competent LP service technician to be sure it is properly adjusted and in
safe working condition.
What is Regulator Freeze Up?
A regulator will not freeze, nor will LP gas under normal atmospheric conditions. However, as the gas passes
through the regulator it expands and cools and moisture in the gas or in the regulator may turn to ice. This ice
can build up and totally or partially block the orifice and thus partially or totally block the fuel supply. There
are a number of things you can do to prevent this type of freeze up.
1. Be sure your LP cylinder is totally free of moisture before it is filled.
2. Be sure your cylinder is not over filled, this is particularly important if you have a permanently mounted
ASME tank
3. Keep the valves on empty cylinders closed.
4. Have your LP gas dealer purge the cylinder if freeze up occurs.
5. Have your LP gas dealer inject methyl alcohol in your cylinder.
OUTDOOR MOBILE UNIT LP GAS WARNINGS:
1) Do not change the regulator/hose assembly or use any assembly other than the one supplied with your unit.
3) The LP cylinders must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders
by the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), or CAN/CSA B339.
4) Cylinders must be secured using the provided cylinder retention system to avoid accidental movement.
Exchange only for Type 1, 40lb cylinders with over-fill protection devices. Never use a cylinder with a dam-
aged valve. A dented or rusty LP cylinder may be hazardous and should be avoided. If in doubt, have the cyl-
inder checked by your LP supplier. Always check for leaks after every LP cylinder change.
5) Always shut off the LP gas supply at the cylinder when the smoker is not in use.
6) Cylinders must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area out of the reach of children. If your smoker is
stored indoors, the LP cylinder must be removed and stored outside.
7) Cylinders should not be allowed to remain in a high heat area such as a closed car, trunk, or in direct sun-
light.
8) The handling, storage and transportation of gas cylinders must be in accordance with storage and handling
of Liquid Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 or Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1.
9) LP-gas cylinders are not to be stored in any compartments on the appliance that are not intended for cylin-
der storage. Such unauthorized storage could lead to an explosion, fire, or personal injury.
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