Kenmore 464222209 Use and Care Guide - Page 4

• NEVER store a spare LP cylinder under or near the appliance or in an enclosed area. • Never fill a cylinder beyond 80% full. • If the information in two points above is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may occur. • An over filled or improperly stored cylinder is a hazard due to possible gas release from the safety relief valve. This could cause an intense fire with risk of property damage, serious injury or death. • If you see, smell or hear gas escaping, immediately get away from the LP cylindedappliance and call your fire department. 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. Lift LP tank wire upward off of LP tank collar, then lift LP tank up and off of 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. LP Tank Valve, Safety Cap Retainer Strap • 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. • Do not store an LP tank in an area where children play. 4" 464222209 LP Tank • The LP Tank used with your grill must meet the following requirements: • Use LP Tanks only with these required measurements: 12" (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity maximum. • LP Tanks must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for LP Tanks of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or for Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, tanks, 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 OPDHandWheel 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. Always keep LP Tanks in upright position during use, transit or storage. il i[iii}iiiii! LP Tank in upright position for vapor withdrawal 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 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.