Meco Aussie by Meco 4280 Walk-a-bout - Manual (Page 5)

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NOTE: Your Gas Grill uses a 1 lb. Disposable LP Cylinder but
a 20 lb. cylinder can be used with a 4 ft adapter hose
purchased separately from a local retailer. Follow the
manufacturer’s instructions for the adapter hose use.
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) 20 lb Refillable Cylinder size should be 12” Diameter x
18” tall. Overfill Protection Device (OPD) safety feature
must be noted on the cylinder and must have a collar to
protect the LP cylinder valve.
4) 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)
5) 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:
· 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
· Do not operate the LP gas grill without the 1 lb. LP
gas cylinder or a 20 lb. cylinder connected 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 is burning.
· When the LP gas cylinder is connected, keep the grill
outside in a well-ventilated space.
· Turn off control knob to grill 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.
INSTALL GREASE CUP
2) Insert the Grease
Cup into the ring.
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:
· Failure to Empty the Grease Cup underneath the Bowl
after each cooking session could result in a grease fire
in the Cup or Bowl.
· Never light the LP gas grill without the Grease Cup
installed.
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:
· 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) Evacuate all people from the grilling area.
2) Do not attempt to correct the problem yourself.
3) Call the local fire department. · If the Regulator/Manifold Assembly is not working properly
and you need a replacement, contact the manufacturer
(1-800-251-7558). Be sure to specify your grill model.
REGULATOR/MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY
To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:
· Use only the Regulator/Manifold Assembly that has
been supplied with this gas grill. Do not use a
Regulator/Manifold from another manufacturer.
· Always check for gas leaks when you connect and
disconnect the LP gas cylinder.
· Inspect Regulator/Manifold Assembly before each use.
Replace Regulator/Manifold Assembly before using grill
if there is evidence of dents, bends, or damage.
· Inspect Adapter Hose before each use. If there is
evidence of excessive abrasion, wear or there are cuts,
replace hose before using grill. Make sure there are no
sharp bends in the hose.
· Make sure Adapter Hose does not contact hot metal
surfaces.
1) Hang the Grease Cup
ring into the hole that is
beside the leg latch
assembly under the
Bowl. Spread the
grease cup ring apart
enough to hook the top
hook into the hole.