Overview
Although all gas connections on the grill are leak
tested at the factory prior to shipment, a
complete gas tightness check must be performed
at the installation site due to possible mishandling
in shipment, or excessive pressure unknowingly
being applied to the unit. Periodically check the
whole system for leaks following the procedures
listed below. If the smell of gas is detected at
anytime you should immediately check the entire
system for leaks.
DO NOT SMOKE WHILE LEAK TESTING.
NEVER PERFORM A LEAK TEST WITH AN
OPEN FLAME.
Before Testing
Make sure that all packing material is removed
from the grill, including the burner tie-down straps.
Preparations
Make a soap solution of one part liquid detergent
and one part water. You will need a spray bottle,
brush, or rag to apply the solution to the fittings.
For the initial leak test, make sure the L.P.
cylinder is full.
TO TEST
Make sure all control valves are in the OFF
position. Spray the soap solution onto each gas
supply line connection point. Turn the gas supply
on. Check all connections from the L.P. cylinder
up to and including the connection to the
manifold pipe assembly (where the hose
connects to the 3/8” flared fitting on the
underside of the grill). Soap bubbles will appear
where a leak is present. If a leak is present,
immediately turn off the gas supply and tighten
any leaking fittings. Then turn gas on again, and
re-check. Wipe off soapy solution with cold water
and towel dry.
If after testing, gas continues to leak from any or
all of the fittings, turn off the gas supply, and
contact one of our grill specialists or a certified
grill service agent.
Do not use the grill until all connections have
been checked and do not leak.
ALWAYS CHECK FOR LEAKS AFTER EVERY
L.P. CYLINDER CHANGE.
Check all gas supply fittings for leaks before
each use. Keep a spray bottle of soapy water
handy, near the shut-off valve of the gas
supply line. Spray all fittings. Bubbles
indicate leaks.
Disconnected L.P. cylinders must have
threaded valve plugs tightly installed. The gas
must be turned off at the supply cylinder when
the unit is not in use.
If the grill is stored indoors, the L.P. cylinder
must be removed from the grill. Cylinders must
be stored outdoors in a well ventilated area.
LEAK TESTING
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