Lp Tank Requirements - DCS BFG-30G Use And Care And Installation Manual

INSTALLATION
GAS HOOK-UP
LP GAS HOOK UP (TYPE 1 OR QCC1 REGULATOR):
All outdoor appliances orificed for use with LP gas come equipped with a high capacity hose/regulator assembly
for connection to a standard 20 lb. LP cylinder (Type 1). The LP tank is not included.
Connection: 1/2" NPT male with a 3/8" Flare adapter (included). LP Hose with a quick disconnect and fittings are
included. Operating pressure: 11.0" W.C.
CAUTION!
Before connecting LP tank to regulator, check that all burners are in the "OFF" position and the lid has been
removed.
To connect the LP regulator/hose assembly to the tank/valve assembly, first make sure the main valve on the
tank is completely closed. Although the flow of gas is stopped when the Type 1 system is disconnected as part
of its safety feature, you should always turn off the LP tank main valve (Fig. 23) after each use and during
transport of the tank or unit. Insert the regulator inlet into the tank valve and turn the black coupler clockwise
until the coupler tightens up. Do not overtighten the coupler. Turn the main tank valve on, push and turn the
burner control valves on the unit to the "HI" position for about 20 seconds to allow the air in the system to
purge, turn valves off and wait 5 minutes before attempting to light the burners.
To disconnect the coupler, first make sure the main tank valve is turned off. Grasp the coupler and turn counter
clockwise. The inlet will then disengage. Remove the inlet from the tank valve opening if it has not already
done so when it disengaged. Your local LP filling station should be equipped with the proper equipment to fill
your tank.

LP TANK REQUIREMENTS:

A dented or rusty LP tank may be hazardous and should be checked by your LP supplier. The cylinder that is
used must have a collar to protect the cylinder valve. Never use a cylinder with a damaged valve. Always
check for leaks after every LP tank change. The LP gas cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance
with the specifications for LP gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT or CAN/CSA-B339) and
designed for use with a Type 1 system only. Do not change the regulator/hose assembly from that supplied with
the unit or attempt to use a Type 1 equipped regulator/hose assembly with a standard 510 POL tank/valve
assembly. The cylinder must be provided with a shut-off valve terminating in a LP gas supply cylinder valve
outlet specified, as applicable, for connection Type 1. If the appliance is stored indoors, the cylinder must be
disconnected and removed from the appliance. Cylinders must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area
out of the reach of children.
Note:
When an LP unit is directly attached
into an LP house system, the step-
down regulator MUST be used to
reduce the supply pressure to a max.
14" W.C. and min. 11" W.C. to the
outdoor appliance regulator.
Threading
compound must be
resistant to LP gas
Type 1 Regulator
Main Tank Valve
Type 1 Tank
17
Bottom of unit
LP Regulator hose
assembly 11" W.C.
(installed on unit)
*Installation must conform with
local codes or with the National
Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1 or the
CAN/CGA-B149.2 Propane
Installation Code
Fig. 23 LP Gas
1/2" female
NPT x 3/8" male flare
(installed on unit)
Note: Do not put
threading compound
on male threads of flare
fitting