Masterbuilt MPG 300S Manuel page 13

Operating Instructions
LP GAS CYLINDER (TANK) SPECIFICATIONS:
When purchasing or exchanging a cylinder for your gas grill, it must be:
1. Constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT), and
2. Provided with a listed over-filling prevention device (OPD), and
3. Provided with a cylinder connection device compatible with the connection for outdoor cooking
appliance.
INSTALLING THE LP GAS CYLINDER (TANK) TO THE GRILL:
1. Make sure tank is sitting securely on a flat level surface.
2. Check that the cylinder valve is closed by turning the knob clockwise.
3. Orient the cylinder such that the hose is not kinked or damaged.
WARNING: HOSE IS A TRIP HAZARD.
Recommended that the minimum length of
hose route is over 31.5", suggested to put
the grill on a fireproof table of 22.8" height.
The cylinder must also be equipped with:
• A shut-off valve terminating in a Type 1 gas cylinder valve outlet.
• A Type 1 valve that prevents gas flow until a positive seal is obtained.
• An arrangement for vapor withdrawal.
• A collar to protect the cylinder shut-off valve.
• A safety relief device having direct communication with the vapor space of the cylinder.
• A listed over-filling prevention device (OPD).
BEFORE STORING YOUR GRILL:
• Ensure that the cylinder valve is fully closed.
• Clean all surfaces. Lightly coat the burners with cooking oil to prevent excess rusting.
• If storing the grill indoors, disconnect the LP tank and leave the LP tank OUTDOORS.
• 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.
19.25"
18.22"
12.53"
46.38"
31.5"
15.98"
22.8"
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