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LP Cylinder Hazards
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Installation must conform with local codes or with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z223.1 or the CSA-B149.2 Propane Installation Code.
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This appliance can be used with any brand of 20 lb LP gas cylinder provided it is
compatible with a proper retention device (not supplied for built-in installations).
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The LP gas cylinder must be:
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Designed for use with a Type 1 system only.
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Constructed and marked in accordance with the Specifications for LP gas
Cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) or the Standard
for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods and
Commission, CAN/CSA-B339.
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Provided with a listed overfilling prevention device.
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Provided with a cylinder connection device compatible with the connection for
outdoor cooking gas appliances.
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The cylinder must be provided with a shut-off valve terminating in an LP gas supply
cylinder valve outlet specified, as applicable, for connection Type 1.
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Do not store a full cylinder in direct sunlight.
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Never use a cylinder with a damaged valve. Always check for leaks after every
combustible gas cylinder change.
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The cylinder that is used must have a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
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If you intend to operate your built-in grill on LP gas utilizing a 20 lb Type 1 cylinder, an
installer supplied built-in LP cylinder restraint must be installed prior to initial use of
the grill.
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Gas piping and connectors must be clamped within the enclosure to avoid contact with
moving parts and hot surfaces. Where the gas piping passes through an opening in the
enclosure, the piping must be protected for a distance of at least 2” (50 mm) either
side of the opening.
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Connection: LP gas hose with a Type 1 quick disconnect and regulator is included.
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Operating pressure: 11.0” W.C.
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All gas piping and connectors must conform to the Standard for Connectors for
Outdoor Gas Appliances and Manufactured Homes, ANSI Z21.75/CSA 6.27.
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If the appliance is stored indoors, the cylinder must be disconnected and removed from
the appliance.
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Grills orificed for use with combustible gas come equipped with a high-capacity hose/
regulator assembly for connection to a standard 20 lb. combustible gas cylinder (Type
1). The combustible gas cylinder is not included.
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Do not use the grill until all connections have been checked and do not leak.
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If you own or use a spare cylinder, or have a disconnected cylinder, you should
NEVER store it near or under the grill unit or heat box, or near any other ignition or
heat source.
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Never fill the cylinder beyond 80% full.
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If the information above is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury
could occur.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS