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CONNECTION CONNECTION
Liquid Propane Gas Grills Liquid Propane Gas Grills
Temperature-Activated Shut-Off
The large plastic nut on the regulator assembly is designed in coordination with
a check valve in the cylinder valve to shut off the fl ow of gas when exposed to
temperatures between 240-300ºF.
In the event of a fi re or hose break, one of the safeguards will function to control
or stop the fl ow of gas from the propane cylinder. Never attempt to use damaged
equipment.
Gas Leak Checks
Never use a match or fl ame for leak detection. Use soapy water or testing solution.
Brush the solution onto connection points and look closely for bubbles indicating
escaping gas. If leaks are detected, shut off the main gas supply valve and securely
retighten connections, then repeat the leak test.
On cabinet models, perform this operation before placing the tank into its storage
compartment. After placing the tank in the compartment, recheck the tank to see if any
connections were disturbed.
WARNING: Never use an open flame when testing for gas
leaks. Use of an open flame may result in serious bodily
injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage
to property.
Liquid Propane Tank Safety Tips
• Remember to handle your portable liquid propane tank carefully when you take
it to your dealer for a refi ll. Avoid dropping it or bumping it against sharp objects.
Liquid propane tanks are sturdily constructed, but a series of hard jolts could dam-
age the container.
• When transporting the tank to your local propane gas dealer, make sure the valve
is closed tightly and the protective cover is in place. Prop the tank securely in an
upright position so it can't roll around your vehicle.
• If you plan to make stops for other shopping or errands, have your liquid propane
tank fi lled at the last stop before going home. Again, see that the refi lled tank is
secure in an upright position, and when you return home, remove the refi lled tank
from your vehicle. Never leave a portable liquid propane tank inside a vehicle which
may become overheated by the sun.
• Your local liquid propane gas dealer will gladly offer you additional safety tips.
Store Liquid Propane Tank Safely
Whether you're between cross-country treks in your recreational vehicle or looking
for a place to keep the liquid propane tank that provides fuel for your outdoor grill,
keep in mind some basic safety rules about storing portable liquid propane tanks. Don't
store the tanks - whether full or empty - inside your home, the living area of an R.V.,
a garage, basement or workshop. It isn't likely that liquid propane will leak from the
tanks, but if it should, the fuel could be exposed to sparks from automobiles, power
tools or other appliances. When storing or transporting your LP tank, it must remain
in an upright position. Never lie your LP tank down on its side whether it is full or
empty. Never store a spare tank near your grill.
CAUTION: Never transport or move your grill or grill tank
without first closing the manual valve on your liquid propane
gas tank.
CAUTION: 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.
IMPORTANT
When connecting or replacing any gas pipe or fi ttings, all joints must be sealed with
leak-proof sealing compound approved for use with natural and propane gases. After
making connections, check all joints for leaks using soapy water and a brush.
The best place to store a liquid propane tank is in a shady or protected spot outdoors,
behind your home or garage, but where it is out of reach of children. Liquid propane
won't evaporate, because it's in a strong, closed container. And it won't lose any of its
clean-burning heat content, even if left outside year-round.
WARNING: When not connected to your grill, any LP gas tank
must be stored in an upright position in a cool, shady, ventilated,
outdoor location away from your grill or any other heat source.
If this information is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or
serious injury may occur.
Filling a Propane Tank
It is extremely important that your LP tank be fi lled properly when you take it to be
refi lled. Be sure to use a reputable LP dealer and ask him (and watch, if possible) how
he fi lls the tank and knows when to stop. An overfi lled LP tank can be dangerous.
The proper way to fi ll a tank is by weight. The empty tank should be placed on a scale
and the scale weights readjusted to a weight which would allow up to 80% of the total
weight of propane (LP) to be put into the tank. When this weight is reached, the fi lling
operation must be ended. If the tank is not completely empty, the scale readjustment
must be changed to consider the propane (LP) already in the tank.
WARNING: An LP (propane) tank is overfilled if it contains
more than 80% by weight of its total capacity of propane
(LP). An incorrectly filled or an overfilled LP (propane) tank
can be dangerous. If this information is not followed exactly,
a fire causing death or serious injury may occur. If a tank
is overfilled and the weather causes the warming of the LP
tank, (a hot day, tank left in sun or stored indoors) internal
pressure is created due to expansion of the propane which
in turn causes the LP gas to be released through the pres-
sure relief valve on the tank. The pressure relief valve is a
safety device required on 20 lb. propane tanks by the Depart-
ment of Transportation to prevent a catastrophic tank failure
due to excessive pressure. LP gas released from the tank is
flammable and can be explosive.
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