Camp Chef MS2 User Manual
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The LP tank used with your appliance
must meet the following requirements:
• Purchase LP tanks only with these
required measurements: 12” (30.5cm)
(diameter) x 18” (45.7cm) (tall) with
20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity maximum.
• Be constructed and marked in
accordance with specifications for
LP tank of the U.S. Department
of Transportation (DOT) or the
National Standard of Canada, CAN/
CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and
Tubes for the Transportation of
Dangerous Goods.
• The refillable propane cylinder
used with this
appliance must
include a collar
to protect the
cylinder valve.
LP tank valve
must have:
• 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 tank must be
arranged for vapor withdrawal.
LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
• LP gas is non-toxic, 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.
• All spare LP tanks must have safety
caps installed on the LP tank outlet
LP Tank Removal, Transport
and Storage
• Turn OFF all control knobs and
LP tank valve. Turn coupling nut
counterclockwise by hand only – do
not use tools to disconnect. Install
safety cap
onto
LP
tank valve.
A l w a y s
use
cap
and strap
supplied with valve. Failure to use
safety cap as directed may result
in serious personal injury and/or
property damage.
• A disconnected LP tank in storage or
being transported must have a safety
cap installed (as shown). Refillable
LP-Gas cylinders must be stored
outdoors in a well ventilated space,
out of the reach of children, and must
not be stored in a building, garage or
any other enclosed area. Never leave
an LP tank inside a vehicle, which
may become overheated by the sun.
• Do not store LP tanks in an area
where children play.
• Storage of an appliance indoors is
permissible only if the cylinder is
disconnected and removed from the
appliance.
• When the refillable LP-gas supply
cylinder is not disconnected from the
stove, the stove and cylinder must be
stored outdoors, in a well ventilated
space, out of the reach of children,
and must not be stored in a building,
garage or any other enclosed areas.
LP Tank
gas and the regulator/valve assembly
supplied.
• Appliance is not for use in or on
recreational vehicle and/or boats.
• Do not modify this appliance.
Modifications will result in a
safety hazard. Questions regarding
certification in other areas may be
addressed to 1-435-752-3922.
• Apartment
Dwellers:
Check
with management to learn the
requirements and fire codes for using
an LP Gas appliance at an apartment.
If allowed, use outside on the ground
floor with a 10 foot clearance from
walls or rails.
• Before opening LP tank valve, check
the coupling nut for tightness. When
appliance is not in use, turn off
control knob and LP tank valve on
supply cylinder.
• Never use LP tank if visibly rusted,
damaged, or out of date.
• If you notice grease or other hot
material dripping from appliance
onto valve, hose or regulator, turn
off gas supply at once. Determine
the cause, correct, clean and inspect
valve, hose and regulator before
continuing. Perform a leak test.
• The regulator may make a humming
or whistling noise during operation.
This will not affect the safety or use
of appliance.
• Clean and inspect the hose before
each use of the appliance. If there
is evidence of abrasion, wear, cuts
or leaks, the hose must be replaced
prior to the appliance being put into
operation. See product tag for hose &
regulator information.
• Do not block holes in bottom or sides
of appliance.
• Never operate appliance with LP
tanks out of correct position specified
in Assembly Instructions.
• Always close LP tank valve and
remove coupling nut before moving
LP tank form specified operating
position.
• NEVER store a spare LP tank under
or near appliance or in enclosed areas.
NEVER fill the cylinder beyond 80%
full. An overfilled spare LP tank is
hazardous due to possible gas released
from the safety relief valve. Failure
to follow these instructions exactly
could cause a fire resulting in death
or serious injury.
• If you see, smell, or hear escaping
gas, immediately get away from the
LP tank/appliance and call your fire
department.
WarninG
Combustion by-products
produced when using this
product contain chemicals
known to the State of California
to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.
safety cap
OPD
Hand
Wheel
Warning: Hose is a trip hazard
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