LP Tank Exchange
" Many
retailers
that sell grills offer you the option of
replacing
your empty LP tank through
an exchange
service.
Use only those reputable
exchange
companies
that inspect,
precision
fill, test and certify
their tanks.
Exchange
your
tank only for an OPD safety feature-equlpped
tank as
described in the "lLP Tank" section of this manual.
" Always
keep new and exchanged
LP tanks in upright
position
during
use, transit or storage.
* Leak test new and exchanged
lLP tanks BEFORE
connecting to grill.
" 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.
LP Tank Leak Test
For your safety
" Leak test must be repeated
each time LP tank is exchanged
or refilled.
" Do not smoke during
leak test.
" Do not use an open flame
to check for gas leaks.
" Grill
must be leak tested outdoors
in a well-ventilated
area,
away from ignition
sources such as gas fired or electrical
appliances.
During
leak test, keep grill away from open
flames or sparks.
" Use a clean paintbrush
and a 50/50
mild soap and water
solution. Brush soapy solution
onto areas indicated
by
arrows in figure below. Leaks are indicated
by growing
bubbles.
If "growing"
bubbles appear do not use or move the LP tank.
Contact
an LP gas supplier
or your fire department!
A Do not use household
cleaning
agents.
Damage
to gas
valve/hose/regulator
components
can result.
Connecting
Regulator
To The LP Tank
1. LP tank must be properly
secured onto grill. (Refer to
assembly
section.)
2. Turn all control
knobs to the OFF position.
3. Turn LP tank OFF by turning
OPD hand wheel clockwise
to a
full stop.
4. Remove the protective
cap from LP tank valve. Always
use
cap and strap supplied
with valve.
OPD Hand Wheel
Type | outlet with
thread
on outside
/
Strap and Cap
Do not insert a POlL transport
plug
(plastic
part with external
threads)
into the Type 1 tank valve outlet.
it will defeat the Safety Relief Valve
feature.
5. Hold regulator
and insert nipple into LP!
tank valve. Hand-tighten
the coupling
nut, holding
regulator
in a straight
line
with LP tank valve so as not to cross-
thread the connection.
Nipple
has to be centered
into the LP tank valve.
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