Thermos 461230404 - Manual (Page 18)

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6.
An additional one-half to
three-quarters turn is required to complete the
connection. Tighten by hand only – do not use tools.
NOTE:
do not use this regulator!
Turn the coupling nut clockwise and tighten to a full stop. The
regulator will seal on the back-check feature in the LP tank
valve, resulting in some resistance.
If you cannot complete the connection, disconnect regulator and
repeat steps 5 and 6. If you are still unable to complete the
connection,
Straig
ht
Hold coupling nut and regulator
as shown for proper connection
to LP tank valve.
WARNING
• Do not insert any foreign objects into the valve outlet. You
may damage the valve and cause a leak. Leaking propane
may result in explosion, fire, severe personal injury, or
death.
• Never attempt to attach this grill to the self-contained LP gas
system of a camper trailer or motor home.
• Do not use grill until leak-tested.
• If a leak is detected at any time, STOP and call the fire
department.
• If you cannot stop a gas leak, close LP tank
valve and call LP gas supplier or your fire department!
immediately
Leak Testing Valves, Hose and Regulator
1. Turn all grill control knobs to OFF.
2.
3.
Correct
before proceeding
4.
Be sure regulator is tightly connected to LP tank.
Completely open LP tank valve by turning hand wheel
counterclockwise. If you hear a
, turn gas off
immediately. There is a major leak at the connection.
.
Brush soapy solution onto areas circled below.
rushing sound
5. If “growing”
If leaks cannot
be stopped do not try to repair.
6.
bubbles appear, there is a leak. Close LP tank
valve immediately and retighten connections.
Call for replacement parts.
Order new parts by giving the serial, model number and name
of items needed to the Grill Service Center at 1-800-241-7548
(U.S.) or 1-800-387-6057 (CANADA).
Always close LP tank valve after performing leak test by
turning hand wheel clockwise.
NOTE: Sideburner
control panel not
shown for clarity.