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Have your LP gas tank filled by a reputable
propane gas dealer and visually inspected and re-
qualified at each filling.
Never fill the gas tank beyond 80% full.
Have your propane gas dealer check the release
valve after every filling to ensure that it remains free
of defects.
Always keep LP gas tanks in an upright
position.
Do not store (or use) gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this
gas grill.
An LP gas tank that is not connected for use
must NOT be stored on bottom shelf or in the
vicinity of this or any other gas grill.
Do not subject the LP gas tank to excessive
heat.
Never
store an LP gas tank indoors. If you store
yourgas grill in the garage or other indoor location,
always
disconnect the LP gas tank first and store it
safely outside and out of reach of children.
LP gas tanks must be stored outdoors in a well-
ventilated area. Disconnected LP gas tanks must not
be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed
area.
When your gas grill is not in use the gas must be
turned off at the LP gas tank.
The regulator and hose assembly must be inspected
before each use of the grill. If there is excessive
abrasion or wear or if the hose is cut, it must be
replaced prior to the grill being used again.
Keep the gas regulator hose away from hot grill
surfaces and dripping grease. Avoid unnecessary
twisting of hose. Visually inspect hose prior to each
use for cuts, cracks, excessive wear or other damage.
If the hose appears damaged do not use the gas grill.
Never
light your gas grill with the lid closed or
before checking to insure the burner tubes are fully
seated over the gas valve orifices.
Never
allow children to operate your grill. Do not
allow children to play near your grill.
WARNING
A strong gas smell, or the hissing sound of gas
indicates a serious problem with your gas grill or the
LP gas tank.
Failure to immediately follow the steps listed below
could result in a fire or explosion that could cause
serious bodily injury, death, or property damage.
Shut off gas supply to the grill.
Turn the Control Knobs to the
OFF
position.
Open grill lid.
Get away from the LP gas tank.
Do not try to fix the problem yourself..
If odor continues or you have a fire you
cannot extinguish, call your fire department.
Do not call near the LP gas tank because your
telephone is an electrical device and could create a
spark resulting in fire and/or explosion.
NOTE:
The normal flow of gas through the
regulator and hose assembly can create a humming
noise. A low volume of noise is perfectly normal
and will not interfere with operation of the grill. If
humming noise is loud and excessive you may need
to purge air from the gas line or reset the regulator
excess gas flow device. This purging procedure
should be done every time a new LP gas tank is
connected to your grill. For help call the Customer
Service Helpline for assistance.
Built-in Units Utilizing Natural Gas
When connecting a built-in unit to the natural gas
supply in your home, please ensure the pipe joint
compound is resistant to the action of natural gas. In
addition, please observe the following:
The barbecue and its individual shut-off valve must
be disconnected from the gas supply piping system
during any pressure testing of that system at test
pressures in
excess
of ½ psi (3.5 kPa).
The barbecue must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual manual shut-
off valve during any pressure testing of the gas
supply piping system
at test pressures
equal to or less than
½ psi (3.5
kPa)
The units are supplied from the factory equipped for
