Blackstone 1565 Guide Du Propriétaire page 5

DANGER
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NEVER store a spare LP cylinder under or
near the appliance or in an enclosed area.
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Never fill a cylinder beyond 80% full.
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If the information in the two points above is
not followed exactly, a fire causing death or
serious injury may occur.
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An overfilled 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.
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If you see, smell or hear gas escaping,
immediately get away from the LP cylinder
and appliance and call your fire department.
20 lb. LP Tank Removal, Transport And Storage
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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 seri-
ous personal injury and/or property damage.
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A disconnected LP tank in storage or being trans-
ported 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.
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Do not store an LP tank in an area where children play.
20 lb. LP Tank
The 20 lb. LP Tank used with your grill must meet the
following requirements:
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LP Tanks must be constructed and marked in accor-
dance with specifications for LP Tanks of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) or for Canada,
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CAN/CSA-B339, tanks, spheres and tubes for
transportation of dangerous goods. Transport
Canada (TC). See LP Tank collar for marking.
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LP Tank valve must have:
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Type 1 outlet compatible with regula-
tor or grill.
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Safety relief valve.
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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.
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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.
LP Tank in upright position for vapor withdrawal
LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
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LP gas is nontoxic, odorless and colorless when
produced.
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For Your Safety, LP gas has been given an odor
(similar to rotten cabbage) so that it can be smelled.
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LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite
unexpectedly when mixed with air.
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Use only licensed and experienced dealers.
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LP dealer must purge new tank before filling.
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Dealer should NEVER fill LP Tank more than 80%
of LP Tank volume. Volume of propane in tank will
vary by temperature.
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A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately
close LP Tank valve and call local LP gas dealer for
assistance.
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Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas into
the atmosphere. This is a hazardous practice.
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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.
LP Tank Filling
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