Char-Broil Patio Caddie 06601295 - Manual (Page 4)

Use & Care
LP Tank (LP Gas Supply Cylinder)
•
The LP tank used with your grill must meet the following
requirements.
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LP tank designed for use with your grill measures 12”
(diameter) x 12-1/2” (tall) with 14 lb. capacity maximum. LP
tank which measures 12” (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18” (45.7
cm) (tall) with 20 lbs. (9 kg.) capacity maximum may also be
used.
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Be constructed and marked in accordance with
specifications for LP tank of the U. S. Department of
Transportation (DOT) or for Canada, CAN/CAS-B339,
cylinders, spheres and tubes for transportation of dangerous
goods, Transport Canada (TC). See LP tank collar for
marking.
• LP tank valve must have:
•Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or grill.
•Safety relief valve.
•UL listed Overfill Protection Device
(OPD). This OPD safety feature is
identified by a unique triangular
hand wheel. Use only LP tanks
equipped with this type of valve.
• LP tank must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and include
collar to protect LP tank valve.
OPD Hand Wheel
ck w lo is C e f f O
Safety Relief
Valve
OPD Hand Wheel
Type 1 outlet with
thread on outside A
Strap and Cap
DANGER
• Do not insert any tool or foreign objects into the
valve outlet or safety relief valve. You may damage
the valve and cause a leak. Leaking propane may
result in explosion, fire, severe personal injury, or
death.
• If a leak is detected at any time, STOP and call the
fire department.
• If you cannot stop a gas leak, immediately close LP
tank valve and call LP gas supplier or your fire
department!
• If the regulator frosts turn off grill and LP tank
valve immediately. This indicates a problem with
the tank and it should not be used on any product.
Return to supplier!
WARNING
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. Remove attachment holding LP tank, then lift up
and off support bracket. Install safety cap onto LP tank valve.
Always 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). Do not store an LP
tank in enclosed spaces such as a carport, garage, porch,
covered patio or other building. Never leave an LP tank
inside a vehicle which may become overheated by the sun.
Always keep LP tank in upright position during use, transit or
storage.
• Do not store an LP tank in an area where children play.
LP Tank
Valve
Retainer
Strap
Safety
Cap
Do not use a POL transport plug
(plastic part with external threads)!
It will defeat the safety feature
of the valve.
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 Tank Filling
• Use only licensed and experienced dealers.
• LP dealer must purge a new tank before filling.
• Dealer should NEVER fill LP tank more than 80% of LP tank
volume. Volume of propane in tank will vary by temperature.
• A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LP
tank 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 tank, contact an LP dealer or call a
local fire department for assistance. Check the telephone
directory under “Gas Companies” for nearest certified LP
dealers.
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