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USE AND INSTALLATION OF LP GAS CYLINDER (PROPANE TANK)
BEFORE INSTALLING:
The installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with either the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code,
CSA B149.1, or Propane Storage and Handling Code, B149.2, or the Standard for Recreational
Vehicles, ANSI A 119.2/NFPA 1192, and CSA Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicle Code, as
applicable.
BEFORE EVERY USE:
Be sure to inspect the hose for leaks, cuts, wear, abrasion, or damage of any sort before using
this appliance. If any damage is apparent, the hose must be replaced with a new hose specified
by the manufacturer before further use.
LP GAS CYLINDER
The LP (liquid propane) cylinder specifically designed to be used with this unit MUST have a 20
lb. (9.1kg) capacity with a Q.C.C. Type 1 cylinder valve and an overfilling protection device
(OPD). Only use LP cylinders with this type of valve.
LP cylinder valve requirement:
Purchase LP cylinders only with these required measurements:
12” (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18” (45.7cm) (tall) with 20lb. (9.1kg)
capacity maximum.
Q.C.C. Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or appliance.
Safety relief valve.
UL-listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD). This OPD safety
feature is identified by a unique triangular hand wheel. Use only
tanks equipped with this type of valve.
LP cylinder must be arranged for vapor
withdrawal.
The LP cylinder must be constructed and marked
in accordance with the Specifications for LP-Gas
Cylinders of the U.S. Department of
Transportation (D.O.T.) or the National Standard of
Canada CAN/CSA – B339, Cylinder, Spheres and
Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods;
and Commission of Dangerous Goods; as
applicable.
The LP cylinder must include a collar to protect
the cylinder valve.
If the outdoor cooking gas appliance is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply
cylinder(s).
The LP cylinder must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and MUST NOT be
stored in a building, garage, shed, breezeway, or any other enclosed space.
Storage of an outdoor cooking gas appliance indoors is permissible ONLY if the cylinder is
disconnected and removed from the outdoor cooking gas appliance.
The cylinder should ALWAYS be put in an upright position.
LP Cylinder Valve
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