Weber Genesis Silver A LP Owner Manual - Page 17

Screw the regulator coupling onto the cylinder valve(1), clockwise, or to the right. Hand tighten only. Note: This is a new type of connection. It tightens clockwise and will not allow gas to flow unless the connection is tight. The connection requires tightening by hand only. ƽ WARNING: Do not use a wrench to tighten the connection. Using a wrench could damage the regulator coupling and could cause a gas leak. (1) Check for gas leaks ƽ DANGER Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open flames in the area while you check for leaks. Sparks or open flames will result in a fire or explosion which can cause serious bodily injury or death and damage to property. ƽ WARNING: You should check for gas leaks every time you disconnect and reconnect a gas fitting. Note - All factory-made connections have been thoroughly checked for gas leaks. The burners have been flame-tested. As a safety precaution however, you should recheck all fittings for leaks before using your Weber Gas Barbecue. Shipping and handling may loosen or damage a gas fitting. ƽ WARNING: Perform these leak checks even if Checking the fuel level in your tank Check the fuel level by viewing the color indicator level line on the side of the tank scale. 1) Empty 2) Medium 3) Full (1) (2) (3) your barbecue was dealer or store assembled. You will need: a soap and water solution, and a rag or brush to apply it. To perform leak checks: open tank valve by turning the tank valve handwheel counterclockwise. Check for leaks by wetting the connections with the soap and water solution and watching for bubbles. If bubbles form or if a bubble grows, there is a leak. Note - Since some leak test solutions, including soap and water, may be slightly corrosive, all connections should be rinsed with water after checking for leaks. ƽ WARNING: Do not ignite burners when leak checking. B-7