WARNINGS: LP TANK
CONNECTING REGULATOR TO LP TANK:
1. Place LP tank on a secure, level and stable surface.
2. Turn control knob to the “OFF” position.
3. Turn LP tank OFF by turning hand wheel clockwise
to a full stop.
4. Remove the protective cap from the LP tank valve.
HINT:
Always use cap and strap supplied with valve. DO NOT
use a POL transport plug. It will defeat the safety feature of the valve.
5. Hold regulator, insert nipple into LP tank valve. Hand tighten the coupling nut while holding the
regulator in a straight line with LP tank valve so as not to cross thread the connection.
6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise to tighten a full solid stop. The regulator will seal on the
backcheck.
HINT:
An additional one-half to three-quarters turn is required to complete.
NOTE:
If you cannot complete the connection, repeat steps 5 and 6. If you are still unable to
complete the connection, DO NOT use this regulator.
LEAK TESTING VALVES, HOSE AND REGULATOR
DO NOT smoke or have anything nearby that can easily ignite, such as lighters or matches.
Appliance must be leak checked outdoors in a well-ventilated ar
sparks.
STEPS TO LEAK TEST:
1. Use a clean paint brush and 50/50 soap and water solution.
NOTE:
Use a mild soap and water. DO NOT use household cleaning agents. Damage to gas
train components could result.
2. Brush soapy solution onto all metal seams and entire valve area. Slowly turn the LP tank valve
immediately turn the valve off by turning clockwise. After 10 seconds, turn the LP tank to the off
position and continue to watch for any bubbles. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCE SHOULD THE
VALVE REMAIN IN THE ON POSITION FOR MORE THAN 12 SECONDS.
3. If bubbles are observed at the valve attachment, you may attempt to tighten the valve, and repeat
4. Brush soapy solution onto indicated connections shown
at right in A and B.
the test from the beginning after waiting 5 minutes.
5. If "growing" bubbles appear, there is a leak. Close LP tank valve immediately and retighten
connections. If leaks cannot be stopped, do not try to repair. Call for replacement parts.
6. For assistance with any malfunction related to the LP tank, regulator or hose, contact your
propane dealer or customer service.
WARNING
If growing bubbles begin to appear there is a leak. IMMEDIATELY turn off LP tank valve. If bubbles
continue, IMMEDIATELY get away from the LP tank and contact your FIRE DEPARTMENT (e.g. 911)
Straight
Hold coupling nut
and regulator as
shown for proper
connection to LP
tank valve
A
B
Regulator
Coupling Nut
Nipple must be centered into
the LP tank valve
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