The propane gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the
Specifications for propane gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), or the National Standard
of Canada, CAN/CSA B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and
Commission, as applicable. Only cylinders with a listed overfill prevention device (OPD) and marked “propane”
may be used. Cylinders with an OPD will have valve handles with three “lobes” (prongs). Only use 20-pound
cylinders equipped with a Type 1 cylinder connection device for outdoor cooking appliances. The cylinder must
include a collar to protect the cylinder valve. The gas cylinder should not be dropped or handled roughly! If the
appliance is not in use, the gas cylinder must be disconnected. Storage of an appliance indoors is permissible
ONLY if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance. Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of
the reach of children and must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area. Your cylinder must
never be stored where temperatures can reach over 125 F. Before connection, be sure that there is no debris
caught in the head of the gas cylinder, head of the regulator valve or in the head of the burner and burner ports.
Connect regulator valve and hand-tighten firmly. Disconnect the propane cylinder from the regulator valve when
the grill is not in use. DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion air and ventilation air to the grill. The propane
cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and equipped with a listed overfilling prevention device. For proper
vapor withdrawal, the cylinder should be used in the proper upright position (refer to illustration under step 22 of
page 17).
DANGER
Never store a spare propane cylinder near this grill. A fire causing death or serious injury may occur if the above
is not followed exactly.
Note: Before starting the grill, check for leaks. Make sure the regulator valve is securely fastened to
the burner and the cylinder.
To prevent fire or explosion hazard when testing for a leak:
1. Always perform the “leak test” as described below before lighting the grill or
each time the cylinder is connected for use.
2. Do not smoke or allow other sources of ignition in the area while conducting a leak
test.
3. Conduct leak test outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
4. Do not use matches, lighters or a flame to check for leaks.
5. Do not use grill until any and all leaks are corrected. If you are unable to stop a leak,
disconnect the propane supply. Call a gas appliance serviceman or your local propane gas supplier.
To Perform a Leak Test:
Make a 2-3 oz (0-90ml.) of leak solution by mixing one part liquid dishwashing soap with three parts water in a
spray bottle.
Note: Make sure control knobs are off.
Spray solution on the tank valve to regulator connection, the “Y” joint in the hose, the connection to the
manifold behind the main control panel, and the connection to the side burner valve.
Inspect the solution at the connection looking for bubbles. If NO bubbles appear, the connection is secure. If
bubbles appear, you have a leak.
Check the regulator connection as follows:
Disconnect regulator from the tank and reconnect, making sure the connection is secure. Retest
with solution. If you continue to see bubbles, replace the cylinder.
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