LP GAS SAFETY AN D CYLI N DE R CARE
L P Cyl inder R em oval, Transpor t and Sto ra ge
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NEVER store a spare LP cylinder under or near the appliance or in an enclosed area.
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Turn OFF all control knobs and LP cylinder valve. Turn coupling Nut counterclockwise by
hand only - do not use tools to disconnect. Loosen cylinder screw beneath bottom shelf or
disconnect other retention means, then lift LP cylinder up and out of cart. Install safety cap
onto LP cylinder valve. Always use cap and strap supplied with valve.
Failure to use Safety cap as directed may result in serious personal injury
and/or property damage.
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A disconnected LP cylinder in storage or being transported must have a safety cap installed
(as shown). Do not store an LP cylinder in enclosed spaces such as a carport, garage, porch,
covered patio or other building.
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Never leave an LP cylinder inside a vehicle which may become overheated by the sun.
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Do not store an LP cylinder in an area where children play.
L P Cyl inder
The LP cylinder used with your grill must meet the following require-
ments:
Use LP cylinders only with these required measurements:
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12" (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity maximum.
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LP cylinders must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for LP
cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or for Canada, CAN/CSA-B339,
cylinders, spheres and tubes for transportation of dangerous goods, Transport Canada (TC).
See LP cylinder collar for marking.
LP cylinder valve must have:
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Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or grill.
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Safety relief valve.
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UL listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD). This OPD safety feature is identified by a unique
triangular hand wheel. Use only LP cylinders equipped with this type of valve.
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LP cylinder must be upright for vapor withdrawal and include collar to protect LP cylinder
valve. Always keep LP cylinders in upright position during use, transit or storage.
L P (L iquefi ed Petrol eum Gas)
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LP gas is nontoxic, odorless and colorless when produced.
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For your safety, LP gas has been given an odor (similar to rotten cabbage) so that it can be
smelled.
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LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly when mixed with air.
LP CYLI N DE R VALV E
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SAFETY CAP
RETAI N E R STRAP
OP D Handwheel
LP Cylinder in upright position
for vapor withdrawal.
C H A R B R O I L. C O M