Meco 2430 - Manual (Page 10)

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· If the hose and regulator assembly is not working properly
and you need a replacement, contact the manufacturer
(1-800-251-7558). Be sure to specify your grill model.
HOSES AND REGULATOR
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:
· Use only the hose and regulator assembly that have
been supplied with this gas grill. Do not use hose
and regulator from another manufacturer.
· Always check for gas leaks when you connect and
disconnect the LP gas cylinder.
· Make sure there are no sharp bends in the hose.
· Make sure gas hoses do not contact hot surfaces.
· Clean and inspect the gas hose/regulator before each
use. Replace the hose/regulator before using grill if
there is evidence of abrasion, wear, cuts or leaks.
STEP 1) Turn control knobs
of Main grill, Side Burner and
Lantern to the “Off” position.
(FIG. 9A, 9B & 9C)
Main Grill
Control Knob ‘Off’
Side Burner
Control Knob ‘Off’
FIG. 9B
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:
· Always inspect LP cylinder connections for damage or
debris before connecting cylinders.
· Always connect or disconnect propane cylinders out
doors away from flame, ignition sources and only when
the appliance is cool to the touch.
Lantern
Control Knob ‘Off’
FIG. 9C
1 pound Disposable LP Cylinders, for use with Aussie LP gas
grills, must meet the following requirements:
1) Only use cylinders marked “Propane Fuel”
2) 1 pound Cylinder size should be 4” diameter x 8” tall.
3) Cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance
with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the
National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-339. (See LP
cylinder marking)
4) Cylinder must have a cylinder cap to protect LP cylinder
valve when not in use.
Connecting/Disconnecting LP Gas Cylinders
LP CYLINDER
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:
· Use only 1 pound LP cylinders with this grill and the
appliances.
· Read and follow all warnings on LP gas cylinder.
· If you see, smell, or hear the hiss of LP gas escaping
from the cylinder:
1. Do not attempt to light appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Disconnect from fuel supply.
· Do not operate the LP gas grill without the LP gas
cylinder attached or secured to the grill as shown in
Assembly Instructions.
· Maintain cylinder in upright position to provide for
proper fuel withdrawal.
· Do not use an LP gas cylinder if it shows signs of
dents, gouges, bulges, fire damage, corrosion,
leakage, excessive rust or other forms of visual
external damage; it could be hazardous and should be
checked by a liquid propane supplier.
· Never connect or disconnect LP cylinder or fittings
near open flame or while grill or accessories are
burning.
· When the LP gas cylinder is connected, keep the grill
outside in a well-ventilated space.
· Turn off all control knobs to grill, side burner and
lantern when grill is not in use.
· Do not attempt to refill or repair a 1 pound disposable
LP cylinder. It could cause a hazard or explosion.
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:
· This installation must conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, with either the National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, or CAN/CGA-B149.2,
Propane Installation Code.
· If an external electrical source is utilized, the outdoor
cooking appliance, when installed, must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Electrical
Codes, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code.
INSTALLATION CODES
FIG. 9A
STEP 2) Connecting a 1 pound disposable cylinder
to Lantern, Main grill Burner and Side Burner is
very similar. First remove protective cap from
Cylinder nozzle. (FIG. 10A)
FIG. 10A
Cylinder
protective cap