Operating instructions

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READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS PROVIDED WITH YOUR PROPANE GAS CYLINDER.
IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY
When operating this appliance with a propane gas cylinder these instructions and warnings MUST be observed.
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN A SERIOUS FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
SAFE USE & MAINTENANCE OF PROPANE GAS CYLINDERS
QUICK COUPLER OPERATION
To connect the regulator/hose assembly to the L.P.
(propane) gas cylinder valve fi tting: Press the hand
nut on the regulator over the Acme thread fi tting on the
cylinder valve. Turn the hand nut clockwise to engage
the threads and tighten until snug. The use of pliers or
wrench should not be necessary. Only cylinders marked
"propane" must be used.
To disconnect: Turn the hand nut counterclockwise until
detached. (Fig.
5-1).
Important: Before using the barbecue and after
each time the cylinder is removed and
reattached, check all connections for
leaks. Turn off the barbecue valves and
open the main cylinder valve, then check
connections with soapy water. Repair any
leaks before lighting the barbecue.
CAUTION: Always turn the propane cylinder main
valve off after each use and before
moving the barbecue and cylinder or
disconnecting the coupling. This valve
must remain closed and the cylinder
disconnected while the appliance is not in
use, even though the gas fl ow is stopped
by a safety feature when the coupler is
disconnected.
Carefully inspect the hose assembly each time before
the gas is turned on. A cracked or frayed hose should be
replaced immediately.
If the appliance is stored indoors, the cylinder must be
disconnected and removed.
Cylinders must be stored
out of doors and out of the reach of children and
must not be stored in a building, garage or any other
enclosed area.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
a. DO NOT store a spare propane gas cylinder under
or near this appliance.
b. NEVER fi ll the cylinder beyond 80 percent full.
c. IF THE INFORMATION IN “a” AND “b” IS NOT
FOLLOWED EXACTLY, A FIRE CAUSING DEATH
OR SERIOUS INJURY MAY OCCUR.
CYLINDER AND CONNECTOR
REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIFICATIONS
a. Propane gas cylinders and valves must be maintained
in good condition and must be replaced if there is
visible damage to either the cylinder or valve.
b. This barbecue, when used with a cylinder, should be
connected to a standard 5 gallon (20lb.) propane gas
cylinder equipped with an OPD (Overfi ll Prevention
Device). The OPD has been required on all cylinders
sold since October 1,1998 to prevent overfi lling.
c. Cylinder dimensions should be approximately 12
inches in diameter and 18 inches high. Cylinders
must be constructed and marked in accordance with
the specifi cations for LP-Gas Cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) or the National
Standard of Canada,CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders,
Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous
Goods.
d. The cylinder must include a collar to protect the
cylinder valve and the cylinder supply system must
be arranged for vapor withdrawal.
e. The pressure regulator and hose assembly
(Fig.
5-1) supplied with this outdoor cooking gas
appliance must be used. Original and replacement
pressure regulator and hose assemblies must
be those specifi ed by the Robert H. Peterson Co.
for connection with a cylinder connecting device
identifi ed as Type I by the ANSI Z 21.58 and CGA
1.6-M95-1995 with Addenda ANSI Z 21.58a -1998
and CGA 1.6a - M98.
f. The propane gas cylinder valve must be equipped
with a cylinder connection coupling device, described
as Type I in the standard defi ned in paragraph e.
above. This device is commonly described as an
'Acme Thread Quick Coupler'.
g. If your propane gas cylinder comes with a dust
plug, place the dust cap on the 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.
Fig. 5-1 Type I Acme Thread Quick Coupler
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Pressure
Relief
Valve
QCC
Type 1
Valve
Brass Acme
Thread Fitting
Liquid Level
Indicator
(optional)
Hand nut with ACME
thread.
Regulator
Vent
Hose
Handwheel
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