Operation Manual

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Make Gas Connection
NOTE: If grill is to be converted to Natur
al gas, follow instructions in
the “Gas Conversions” section.
20 lb LP Gas Fuel Tank
Fire Hazard
Do not use grill near combustible materials.
Do not store combustible materials near grill.
Doing so can result in death or fire.
IMPORTANT: A 20 lb LP gas fuel tank must b
e purchased separately.
IMPORTANT: The gas pressure regulator/hose assembly supplied must
be used. Replacement gas pressure regulator/hose assembly specific to
your model, is available from your outdoor grill dealer.
To Install the 20 lb LP Gas Fuel Tank:
1. Install the 20 lb LP gas fuel tank into the compartment below the
grill.
2. Tighten the locking screw against the bottom collar of the !
20 lb LP gas fuel tank to secure.
To Connect the 20 lb LP Gas Fuel Tank:
1. Check that the 20 lb LP gas fuel
tank is in the “Off” position. If not,
turn the valve clockwise until it stops.
2. Check that the
20 lb LP gas fuel tank valve has the proper type-1
external male thread connections per ANSI Z21.81.
3. Check that the burner control knobs are in the “Off” position.
4. Remove any debris and inspect the valve connections, port, and gas
pressure regulator/hose assembly for damage.
5. Using your hand, turn the gas pressure regulator/hose assembly
clockwise to connect to the 20 lb LP gas fuel tank as shown.
Hand tighten only. Use of a wrench could damage the quick
coupling nut.
A
B
A. Gas pressure re
gulator/hose assembly
B. 20 lb LP gas fuel tank
6. Open the tank valve fully by turning the valve counterclockwise.
Wait a few minutes for gas to move through the gas line.
7. Before lighting the grill, test all connections by brushing on an
approved noncorrosive leak-detection solution. Bubbles will show a
leak.
8. If a leak is found, turn the tank valve off and do not use the grill.
Contact a qualified gas technician to make repairs.
9. T
he igniter battery is not factory installed. A “AA” size alkaline
battery is located in the accessory box on the grill grate. Install
battery at this time following the instructions in “Replacing the
Igniter Battery” section.
10. Go to “Check and Adjust the Burners” section.
!
!
WARNING
Explosion Hazard
Use a new CSA International approved “outdoor”
gas supply line.
Securely tighten all gas connections.
If connected to LP, have a qualified person make sure
gas pressure does not exceed 14” (3! cm) water
column.
Examples of a qualified person include:
licensed heating personnel,
authorized gas company personnel, and
authorized service personnel.
Failure to do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.
Install shut-off valve.