OWNER'S MANUAL | USING YOUR BLACKSTONE
REGULATOR SAFETY
• Use this appliance, as purchased, only with gas and regulator/
valve assembly supplied� do NoT use quick connect fittings or
other add-ons�
• do NoT cross thread (force at an improper angle) the connection
between your lPG cylinder and regulator�
• If you can not connect the regulator, do NoT use the regulator�
Regulator must be replaced with a Blackstone approved model by a profession-
Regulator must be replaced with a Blackstone approved model by a profession-
ally licensed, authorized dealer.
ally licensed, authorized dealer.
CONNECT THE LPG CYLINDER
ONLY USE A 20 LB (9 KG) CYLINDER
Turn the control
STEP 01
knobs to oFF�
❶ ❶ ensure that the lPG cylinder
is oFF by turning the oPd hand
wheel clockwise to a full stop�
❷ ❷ Remove the safety cap from
the Type 1 valve outlet�
Hold the regulator in a
STEP 02
straight line with the Type 1 valve
outlet so as not to cross thread
the connection�
Center and insert the regu-
lator nipple into the Type 1
valve outlet�
Hand-tighten the coupling nut in
a clockwise direction�
(do NoT use tools to connect�)
If connection cannot be completed,
If connection cannot be completed,
disconnect regulator and repeat this
disconnect regulator and repeat this
step.
step.
Secure the lPG cylinder
STEP 03
to the appliance by hanging it on
the lPG hook so that it nestles
against the lPG support�
The safety relief valve must face
away from the user while the
appliance is in use�
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LEAK TEST: VALVES, HOSE & REGULATOR
STEP 01
STEP 02
STEP 03
wheel counterclockwise�
• If you hear a rushing sound, turn gas off immediately� There is a
major leak at the connection�
• Immediately close the lPG cylinder by turning the oPd hand wheel
clockwise and re-tighten connections� If leaks cannot be stopped
do NoT TRY To RePAIR�
STEP 04
to brush a 10�90 mild soap and
water solutionn onto joint areas
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of valves and regulator�
(Indicated by arrows in figure 02.)
(Indicated by arrows in figure 02.)
• leaks are indicated by
growing bubbles�
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• Immediately close the lPG
cylinder by turning the oPd
hand wheel clockwise and
re-tighten connections�
If leaks cannot be stopped, DO NOT try to repair.
Regulator must be replaced with a Blackstone approved
model by a professionally licensed, authorized dealer.
DISCONNECTING THE LPG CYLINDER
STEP 01
Coupling nut
Coupling nut
❶ ❶ ensure that the lPG cylinder
is oFF by turning the oPd hand
wheel clockwise to a full stop�
❷ ❷ Turn the coupling nut count-
Regulator nipple
Regulator nipple
er-clockwise by hand to remove
the regulator� (do NoT use tools
to disconnect�)
STEP 02
cylinder valve outlet whenever
cylinder is not in use�
only install the type of dust cap on
only install the type of dust cap on
cylinder valve outlet that is provided
cylinder valve outlet that is provided
with the cylinder valve. other types of
with the cylinder valve. other types of
caps or plugs may result in leakage of
caps or plugs may result in leakage of
propane.
propane.
Turn the control knobs to oFF�
Connect the regulator to the lPG cylinder�
Completely open the lPG tank by turning the oPd hand
Use a clean paintbrush
figure 02
figure 02
WARNING
ensure that the control knobs are turned to oFF�
Place dust cap on lPG
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