Meco Bonza Deluxe Series - Manual (Page 24)

· Always perform a leak test before each use.
· Leak test must be performed in a well ventilated
area.
· Never perform a leak test on a grill while in use or
hot.
· If you detect a gas leak that cannot be corrected
by using the leak test procedures below, do not
use the LP gas grill.
· Never smoke or have an open flame near the grill
during a leak test.
Supplies Needed for a Leak Test
Clean paint brush, water, and dishwashing liquid.
How to perform a leak test (See Step 13 of Assembly
Instructions for leak test diagrams.)
WARNING! Never use an open flame to test for gas
leaks.
1) Mix one cup of water with one cup of
dishwashing liquid.
2) Confirm that all control knobs on the control panel
are in the “off” position.
3) Remove control knobs and the three retaining
screws at the bottom of the control panel.
4) Remove front control panel cover.
5) Open the valve on LP gas cylinder (Turn the
handle on the LP gas cylinder counter-clockwise)
6) Check for leaks by brushing the soap solution on
all LP gas connections and fittings. (See STEP
13 of Assembly Instructions for diagram of the 7
locations) Make sure you generously brush the loca-
tions with the soap solution, completely surrounding
the connections and fittings.
7) If “growing” bubbles appear on any of the
connection points, then you have detected a gas
leak. Immediately close the LP cylinder valve by turn-
ing the handle clockwise.
A) If leak appears at either end of hose and regulator
assembly, retighten the connection at the leak,
but do not overtighten. (Note: Only hand tighten at
coupling nut) (See Step 12 of Assembly Instru
ctions). Repeat Leak Test.
B) If the leak is coming from the LP gas
cylinder, from the valves at the control knobs, or if
the leak cannot be stopped, do not use the grill.
Call Customer Service at 1-800-251-7558.
8) Always turn off LP cylinder valve after performing
a leak test. (Turn handle clockwise)
9) If your LP gas grill has been in storage or has
not been used for a period of time, the burners should
be
maintained. See Burner Maintenance in the Care
and
Maintenance section of this manual.
· Before proceeding, make certain that you
understand the Important Safeguards on pages 2
thru 4 of this manual.
· Before lighting the LP gas grill, you must open
the hood to prevent an explosion from gas build-up.
· If your LP
gas grill catches on fire:
- If the fire is in the grill portion and you can safely
reach the control knobs on the control panel, then
turn them to the off position.
- If the fire involves one of the hoses, and you can
safely reach the LP cylinder valve, shut the valve
off.
- If the fire involves the cylinder, leave it alone,
evacuate the area and call the fire department.
- If there is any type of fire that threatens either
personal safety or endangers property, call the
fire department.
· If you notice grease or other hot material dripping
from the grill onto the valve, hose, or regulator, turn
off the gas supply immediately. After the grill has
cooled, determine the cause and correct it. After
cleaning the valve and hose and regulator assembly,
perform a leak test before continuing use. (See Step
13 of Assembly Instructions)
· Do not operate an LP gas grill if you have knowledge
of or suspect a gas leak.
· Never allow children to operate or play near an LP gas
grill. Do not leave grill unattended.
· Always turn off the LP gas cylinder at the LP cylinder
valve when not in use. Allow grill to cool before
handling parts or cleaning.
· Do not move an LP gas grill when in use or hot.
· Never touch hot surfaces. Use heat resistant gloves,
long-handled tongs, or cooking mitts at all times
since the grill will become very hot. Open the hood
carefully when cooking to avoid burns from the hot air
and steam trapped inside.
· Do not wear loose clothing (example: hanging
shirt tails, clothing with frills, etc.) around a LP
gas grill while in use or hot.
· Never lean your body over the LP gas grill when
lighting it or while it is in use or hot.
· This LP gas grill is not designed to be used with
more than 50% of the cooking area as a solid plate
(griddle). Full coverage of plates will cause
excessive heat and could damage the grill.
LeakTesting
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