Use and Care Manual

LEAK TEST – DELTA HEAT GAS GRILL
CAUTION BEFORE TESTING
 Finding and/or fixing a gas leak is NOT a “DO-IT-YOURSELF” procedure.
 NEVER USE THE GRILL WITHOUT FIRST LEAK TESTING THE GAS CONNECTIONS.
 WARNING: DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKS. USE OF AN OPEN FLAME
COULD RESULT IN A FIRE, EXPLOSION, BODILY HARM OR DEATH.
 DO NOT SMOKE WHILE PERFORMING THE LEAK TEST!
 To prevent fire or explosion hazard, DO NOT use or permit sources of ignition in the area while
performing a leak test. Perform leak test outdoors only.
 Check to ensure that flexible hoses do not have any cuts and wear that may affect the safety before
each use. Only the factory supplied hose and regulator must be used. Use only replacement regulator
and hose assemblies specified by DELTA HEAT.
LEAK TEST
1) Prepare a leak testing solution of sudsy water by mixing in a spray bottle with half liquid soap and half
water.
2) Confirm that all control knobs are in the OFF position.
3) Turn the main gas valve supply ON.
4) Apply leak testing solution by spraying on the pipe joints, fittings, and hose.
5) A gas leak is detected if;
a) there is a faint gas smell and/or…
b) …growing bubbles appear on any of the connection points and/or hose, DO NOT attempt to ignite
the grill and IMMEDIATELY turn off the gas supply valve.
6) When there is a gas leak, call a qualified service technician. DO NOT use the grill until the leak is
corrected.
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