Safe use & maintenance of propane gas cylinders – Fire Magic Aurora Single Sideburner Slide-in 3279 Series User Manual
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Fig.
15-1
Type I Acme thread quick coupler
Pressure 
relief 
valve
QCC 
Type 1 
valve
Brass Acme 
thread fi tting
Liquid level 
indicator 
(optional)
Hand nut with Acme 
thread
Regulator
Vent
Hose
Hand wheel
The use of pliers or a wrench should not be necessary. Only 
cylinders marked “propane” may be used.
To disconnect: Turn the hand nut counterclockwise until 
detached (Fig. 15-1).
Important:
Before using the unit, and after each time the
cylinder is removed and reattached, check 
the hose for wear (see a.) and check all 
connections for leaks. Turn off the unit valves 
and open the main cylinder valve, then check 
connections with soapy water. Repair any 
leaks before lighting the unit.
CAUTION:
Always turn the propane cylinder main valve
off after each use, and before moving the unit 
and cylinder or disconnecting the coupling. 
This valve must remain closed and the 
cylinder disconnected while the appliance 
is not in use, even though the gas fl ow is 
stopped by a safety feature when the coupler 
is disconnected.
Carefully inspect the hose assembly each time before the 
gas is turned on. A cracked or frayed hose must be replaced 
immediately.
If the appliance is stored indoors, the cylinder must be 
disconnected and removed. Disconnected cylinders must be 
stored outdoors, out of the reach of children, with threaded 
valve plugs tightly installed, and must not be stored in a 
building, garage, or any other enclosed area.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
a. DO NOT store a spare propane-gas cylinder under or
near this appliance.
b. NEVER fi ll the cylinder beyond 80-percent full.
c. IF THE INFORMATION IN a. AND b. IS NOT FOLLOWED
EXACTLY, A FIRE CAUSING DEATH OR SERIOUS 
INJURY MAY OCCUR. 
IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY
READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS PROVIDED WITH THE PROPANE-GAS CYLINDER.
When operating this appliance with a propane-gas cylinder, these instructions and warnings MUST be observed.
FAILURE TO DO SO MAY RESULT IN A SERIOUS FIRE OR EXPLOSION.
CYLINDER/CONNECTOR REQUIREMENTS
a. Propane-gas cylinders, valves, and hoses must be
maintained in good condition and must be replaced if 
there is visible damage to either the cylinder or valve. If the 
hose is cut or shows excessive abrasion or wear, it must 
be replaced before using the gas appliance (see e.).
b. This unit, when used with a cylinder, should be connected
to a standard 5-gallon (20 lb.) propane-gas cylinder 
equipped with an OPD (Overfi ll Prevention Device). 
The OPD has been required on all cylinders sold since 
October 1,1998, to prevent overfi lling. 
c. Cylinder dimensions should be approximately 12" (30.5
cm) in diameter and 18" (45.7 cm) high. Cylinders must 
be constructed and marked in accordance with the 
Specifi cations for Propane Gas Cylinders of the U.S. 
Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) or the National 
Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, 
Spheres, and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous 
Goods.
d. The cylinder used must include a collar to protect the
cylinder valve, and the cylinder supply system must be 
arranged for vapor withdrawal.
e. The pressure regulator and hose assembly (Fig. 15-1)
supplied with this outdoor gas appliance (L.P. models 
only) must be used. Original and replacement pressure 
regulator and hose assemblies must be those specifi ed 
by the manufacturer for connection with a cylinder 
connecting device identifi ed as Type I by the ANSI Z 
21.58-2005/CGA 1.6-2005 (see PARTS LIST for ordering 
information). 
f. The propane-gas cylinder valve must be equipped with a
cylinder connection coupling device, described as Type I 
in the standard defi ned in paragraph e. above. This device 
is commonly described as an Acme thread quick coupler.
g. If the propane-gas cylinder comes with a dust plug, place
the dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet whenever the 
cylinder is not in use. 
QUICK COUPLER OPERATION
To connect the regulator/hose assembly to the propane-
gas cylinder valve fi tting: Press the hand nut on the regulator 
over the Acme thread fi tting on the cylinder valve. Turn the hand 
nut clockwise to engage the threads and tighten until snug. 
e. The pressure regulator and hose assembly used must
match the specifi cation for Type I by ANSI Z 21.58-2005/
CGA 1.6-2005 (see Fig. 15-1).
For propane ventilation requirements, see the ENCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS section.
SAFE USE & MAINTENANCE OF PROPANE GAS CYLINDERS
