Masterbuilt MPS 20B Manuel page 9

PERFORM "SOAPY WATER TEST" BEFORE EACH USE.
SEE "SOAPY WATER TEST" SECTION IN MANUAL.
EXTINGUISH ALL OPEN FLAMES BEFORE CONNECTING REGULATOR
TO GAS CYLINDER. TURN GAS OFF AFTER EACH USE.
SOAPY WATER TEST WARNINGS & PROCEDURES
WARNINGS
• Soapy Water Test MUST be performed each time gas cylinder is connected to burner/hose or
each time it is used.
• Soapy Water Test MUST be performed outdoors in well ventilated area.
• When performing Soapy Water Test keep smoker away from open flames, sparks or lit cigarettes.
• Never use an open flame to test for gas leaks.
PREPARATION:
• Remove any cookware and accessories from unit.
• Make sure gas cylinder valve and adjustable regulator are turned to the OFF position
• Prepare soapy water solution: (1) part dish washing liquid (or more if desired), (3) parts water.
• Apply soapy water solution to gas cylinder valve, regulator, and hose.
For 1LB Propane Tank:
• Ensure adjustable regulator on the smoker is turned OFF.
• Connect gas cylinder to adjustable regulator. Turn adjustable regulator ON and watch for
bubbles at connection and regulator orfice location. DO NOT LEAVE GAS ON MORE THAN 12
SECONDS.
• If bubbles appear, stop, turn adjustable regulator OFF, and re-tighten the connection that is leaking
gas. Repeat test.
• When test is complete, and there are no leaks, wait minimum of 5 minutes for gas fumes to
diminish before lighting smoker.
For 20LB (9kgs) Propane Tank with use of hose adapter (not included with this unit):
• Ensure gas cylinder valve and adjustable regulator are turned OFF.
• Connect hose adapter to gas cylinder and connect hose adapter to adjustable regulator. Turn gas
cylinder valve and adjustable regulator ON and and check for bubbles at the gas cylinder valve,
along full length of hose, at hose and adjustable regulator connection and at regulator orifice
connection. DO NOT LEAVE GAS ON MORE THAN 12 SECONDS.
• If bubbles appear, stop, turn regulator valve OFF, turn gas cylinder valve OFF and re-tighten the
connection that is leaking gas. If hose is source of leak, STOP, do not use unit. Hose must be
replaced.
• When test is complete, and there are no leaks, wait minimum of 5 minutes for gas fumes to
diminish before lighting smoker.
WARNING
9