LEAK TESTING
GENERAL
A complete gas tightness check must be performed of all gas-carrying components due to possible
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movement during installation, or excessive pressure unknowingly being applied to parts of the unit.
BEFORE TESTING
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Do not smoke while leak testing.
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Never leak test with an open flame.
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Make a soap solution of one part liquid detergent and one part water for leak testing purposes.
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Apply the solution to the gas fittings by using a spray bottle or a brush.
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For LP units, always check with a full LP cylinder.
TO TEST
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Make sure all control valves are in the "OFF" position.
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Apply the soap solution described above to all fittings.
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Turn the gas supply on.
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Check all connections from the supply line, or LP cylinder up to and including the manifold pipe
assembly.
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Soap bubbles will appear where a leak is present. If a leak is present, immediately turn off gas
supply, tighten any leaking fittings, turn the gas supply back on, and recheck.
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If you cannot stop a gas leak, turn off the gas supply and call the dealer where you purchased
your appliance.
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Do not use the appliancel until all connections have been checked and do not leak.
IMPORTANT NOTE - ALWAYS CHECK FOR LEAKS AFTER EVERY LP CYLINDER CHANGE.
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS
1. The appliance shall be used only outdoors and shall not be used in buildings, garages, sheds,
breezeways, or any enclosed areas. Do not operate the appliance under unprotected,
combustible construction. Use only in well-ventilated areas. See the INSTALLATION section of
the manual that came with your appliance for more details.
2. Portable LP cylinders - Always shut off the main valve on the liquid propane (LP) cylinder after
each use. Never use a dented or rusted LP cylinder. Never attach or disconnect an LP cylinder, or
move or alter gas fittings when the appliance is in operation or is hot.
3. Inspect LP gas supply hose prior to each use of the appliance. The hose must be kept away from
heated areas of the appliance. If there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is
cut, it must be replaced before using the appliance. The hose and LP regulator are supplied as a
complete assembly and must be replaced together. Do not attempt to repair or replace the hose
itself. Contact your Hestan dealer for genuine replacement P/N 014309.
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