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LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
• LP gas is nontoxic, odorless and colorless when produced.
For Your Safety, LP gas has been given an odor (similar to
rotten cabbage) so that it can be smelled.
• LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly
when mixed with air.
LP Cylinder
• The LP cylinder used with your unit must meet the
following requirements:
• Use LP cylinders only with these required measurements: 12"
(30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.)
capacity maximum.
• 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:
•Type 1 outlet compatible with
regulator or unit.
•Safety relief valve.
•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.
•LP cylinder must be
upright
collar to protect LP cylinder valve. Always keep LP cylinders in
upright position during use, transit or storage.
LP Cylinder Filling
•Use only licensed and experienced dealers.
•LP dealer must purge new cylinder before filling.
•Dealer should NEVER fill LP cylinder more than 80% of LP
cylinder volume. Volume of propane in cylinder will vary by
temperature.
•A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close
LP cylinder valve and call local LP gas dealer for assistance.
•Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas into the atmosphere.
This is a hazardous practice.
•To remove gas from LP cylinder, contact an LP dealer or call a
local fire department for assistance. Check the telephone
directory under "Gas Companies" for nearest certified LP
dealers.
OPD Hand
Wheel
for vapor withdrawal and include
LP cylinder in upright position
for vapor withdrawal
LP Cylinder Exchange
•Many retailers that sell units offer you the option of replacing
your empty LP cylinder through an exchange service. Use only
those reputable exchange companies that inspect, precision fill,
test and certify their cylinders. Exchange your cylinder only
for an OPD safety feature-equipped cylinder as described
in the "LP Cylinder" section of this manual.
•Always keep new and exchanged LP cylinders in upright
position during use, transit or storage.
•Leak test new and exchanged LP cylinders BEFORE
connecting to unit.
•Place safety cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder
is not in use. Only install the type of safety cap on the cylinder
valve outlet that is provided with the cylinder valve. Other types
of caps or plugs may result in leakage of propane.
LP Cylinder Leak Test
For your safety
•Leak test must be repeated each time LP cylinder is
exchanged or refilled.
•Do not smoke during leak test.
•Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
•Unit must be leak tested outdoors in a well-ventilated area,
away from ignition sources such as gas fired or electrical
appliances. During leak test, keep unit away from open flames
or sparks.
•Use a clean paintbrush and a 50/50 mild soap and water
solution. Brush soapy solution onto areas indicated by arrows in
figure below.
• Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage to gas train
components can result.
WARNING
If "growing" bubbles appear do not use or move the LP
cylinder. Contact an LP gas supplier or your fire department!
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