Camp Chef Mountain MS2G Care & Use Manual page 4

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. Install
safety cap onto LP tank valve. Always use
cap and strap supplied with valve. Failure
to use safety cap as directed may result
in serious personal injury and/or property
damage.
safety cap
• A disconnected LP tank in storage or
being transported must have a safety
cap installed (as shown). Refillable LP-
Gas cylinders must be stored outdoors in
a well ventilated space, out of the reach
of children, and must not be stored in a
building, garage or any other enclosed area.
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.
• Storage of an appliance indoors is
permissible only if the cylinder is
disconnected and removed from the
appliance.
• When the refillable LP-gas supply cylinder is
not disconnected from the stove, the stove
and cylinder must be stored outdoors, in
a well ventilated space, out of the reach
of children, and must not be stored in a
building, garage or any other enclosed
areas.
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 20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity
maximum.
• Be constructed and marked in accordance
with specifications for LP tank of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) or
the National Standard of Canada, CAN/
CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes
for the Transportation of
Dangerous Goods.
• The refillable propane
cylinder used with this
appliance must include
a collar to protect the
cylinder valve.
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.
LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
• LP gas is non-toxic, odorless and colorless
when produced. For Your Safety, LP gas
has been given 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
local LP gas dealer for assistance.
• Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas
into the atmosphere. This is a hazardous
practice.
• To remove gas from LP tank, contact an LP
dealer or call a local fire department for
assistance. Check the telephone directory
under "Gas companies" for nearest certified
LP dealers.
LP Tank Exchange
• Many retailers that sell appliances offer you
the option of replacing your empty LP tanks
through an exchange service. Use only those
reputable exchange companies that inspect,
precision fill, test and certify their cylinders.
Exchange your tank only for an OPD safety
feature-equipped tank as described in the
"LP Tank" section of this manual.
• Always keep new and exchanged
LP tanks in upright position during use,
transit or storage.
• Leak test new and exchanged
LP tanks BEFORE connecting to appliance.
LP Tank Leak Test For your Safety
• Leak test must be repeated each time LP
tank is exchanged or refilled.
• Do not smoke during leak test.
• Do not use an open flame to check for gas
leaks.
• Appliance must be leak checked outdoors
in well-ventilated area, away from ignition
sources such as gas fired or electrical
appliances. During leak test, keep appliance
away from open flames or sparks.
Use a clean paintbrush and 50/50 soap and
water solution. Use mild soap and water. Do
not use household cleaning agents. Damage
to gas train components
can result. Brush soapy solution onto all weld
seams and entire valve area.
WARNING
If "growing" bubbles appear, do not
use or move the LP tank. Contact
an LP gas supplier or your fire
department.
Connecting Regulator To The LP Tank
Only use the pressure regulator & hose
supplied with this appliance. See assembly
instructions or appliance name tag for
regulator model number.
1. Place LP tank on a secure,
level, and stable surface.
2. Turn control knob to the
OFF position.
3. Turn LP tank OFF by turning
hand wheel clockwise to a
full stop.
4. Remove the protective cap
from LP tank valve. Always use cap and
strap supplied with valve.
Do not use a POL transport
plug (plastic part with
external threads)! It will
defeat the safety feature of
the valve.
5. Hold regulator, insert nipple (B) into LP
tank valve. Hand tighten coupling nut,
holding regulator in a straight line (C) with
LP tank valve so as not to cross thread the
connection.
(B) Nipple has to be
centered into the
LP tank valve
6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise to tighten
to a full solid stop. The regulator will seal
on the back-check feature in LP tank valve,
resulting in some resistance. An additional
one-half to three quarters turn is required
to complete connection. Tighten by hand
only – do not use tools.
(C) Hold coupling
nut and regulator
as shown for
proper connection
to LP tank valve
NOTE: If you cannot complete connection,
disconnect regulator and repeat steps 5 and
6. If you are still unable to complete the
connection, do not use this regulator!
• Do not insert any foreign objects into the
valve outlet. You may damage the valve and
cause a leak. Leaking propane may result
in explosion, fire, severe personal injury, or
death.
• Never attempt to attach this appliance to
the self-contained LP gas system of a camper
or trailer or motor home.
Leak Testing Valves, Hoses and Regulator
1. Turn all control knob(s) to OFF.
2. Be sure regulator is tightly connected to LP
tank.
3. Completely open LP tank valve by turning
hand wheel counter clockwise. If you hear
a rushing sound, turn gas off immediately.
There is a major leak at the connection.
Correct before proceeding.
4. Brush soapy solution onto indicated
connections shown at right.