Kenmore 16238 - Manual (Page 4)

NEW OPD
HANDWHEEL
'External threads
on Coupling Valve.
Fig. 3
L.P. GAS CYLINDER
Gas cylinders manufactured today have
mechanisms to provide worry free
grilling year round:
Q.C.C.1 or Type 1-Quick Connect
Coupling Valve, ensure fast tank
hook-ups requiring only hand
tightening. The redundant
valve system inhibits the flow
of gas to the burner If the
connection is not correct.
O.P.D, or Overfill Protection
Device prevents accidental
gas leaks caused by cylinder
'over-pressurization', the
leading cause of cylinder gas
leaks. The float in the tank
will automatically stop filling at
80% capacity, leaving a
20% area for the expansion
of liquid. Without this safety
feature, the relief valve may
open and discharge propane,
creating a potential safety hazard. An O.P.D. cylinder is easily
distinguished by its triangular hand wheel valve. (Figure 3)
1 SPECIFICATIONS
Self-contained propane gas grill systems are designed to be
used only with a 20 lb (9.1 kg) propane cylinder, equipped with
a Type 1 cylinder valve and incorporating an overfill protection
device (0,P,D).THE CYLINDER SHOULD NOT EXCEED 18
1/2" (472 MM) !N HEIGHT AND 12 1/2" (317 MM) IN DIAMETER.
This grill cannot be connected to a #510 P.O.L type valve
(ones with left-hand threads).
The cylinder for your gas grill must be constructed and marked
in accordance with the specifications of L.P. gas cylinders:
In Canada: The National Standards of Canada CAN/CSA-B339,
Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of
Dangerous Goods; and Commission.
In the U.S.: U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.)
FILLING STOPS AT 80%
THE CYLINDER MUST ALSO BE EQUIPPED WITH:
a. A shut-off valve terminating in a proper cylinder valve outlet
specified in current standards:
• Canada: CAN/CGA - 1,6a - M98 - Outdoor Gas Grills -
Amend. 1.
• U.S.: ANSI Z 21.58a-1998 OUTDOOR COOKING
APPLIANCES.
b. A listed overfilling protection device (O.P.D.).
c. A safety relief valve having direct communication with the
vapor space of the cylinder.
d. A collar to protect the tank shut off valve.
e. An arrangement for vapor withdrawal.
f. A bottom ring for mounting.
SAFETY:
• Always turn off the cylinder valve tightly when your grill is
not in use.
• Handle tank valves with care.
• Never connect an unregulated L.P. gas cylinder to your grill.
• Never store a spare cylinder under or near your grill when in
use.
• Never subject any cylinder to excessive heat or direct
sunlight.
• Always keep your in-use cylinder securely fastened in an
upright position.
• Do not insert any foreign objects into the valve outlet. You
may damage the back-check. A damaged back-check can
be the source of a leak. Leaking propane may result in
explosion, fire, severe personal injury or death.
• DO NOT fill the cylinder beyond 80% full.
WARNING
A
If the above instructions are not followed
exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury
may occur.
DO NOT CONNECT TO A PROPANE GAS CYLINDER
EXCEEDING THIS CAPACITY, OR USE A CYLINDER WITH
ANY OTHER TYPE OF VALVE CONNECTION DEVICE.
The Type 1 valve is recognizable by the large externa! thread on
the outlet part of the valve. Non Type 1 valves do not have
these exterior threads. Any attempt to connect a regulator, with
other than the:
i) Mating Type 1 connector (recognized by the large black
coupling nut)
or
ii) Standard #510 P.O.L. fitting, by use of adapters or any other
means.
Could result in damage, fire or injury and may negate
the important safety features designed into the Type 1 system.
The connection of a #510 P.O.L. fitting will not provide the flow
control or temperature shut-off features built into the complete
Type 1 System.