Australia’s leading barbecue, Beefeater barbecues, Gas cylinder information – BeefEater Gas Barbecues User Manual

Page 4: Gas cylinder safety information, Regulator connection (fig 1 & 2), Gas leak test procedure

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Australia’s Leading Barbecue

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Beefeater Barbecues

Gas Cylinder Safety Information

This appliance is designed to be used with a gas

cylinder not exceeding 9KG (20lbs) capacity.
The Gas cylinder must be constructed and marked in

accordance with specifications for LP Gas Cylinders

of the:(USA) U.S. Dept. of Transportation (DOT) or

the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA - B339,

Cylinders, Spheres or Tubes for the transportation of

dangerous goods.
The gas cylinder supply valve must be turned off when

the appliance is not in use.
Gas cylinders must be stored outdoors, out of reach of

children and must not be stored in a building, garage or

any other enclosed area.
The gas cylinder used must incorporate a safety collar

to protect the valve assembly.

Important:

When disconnecting and removing the gas cylinder for

the purpose of refilling, always observe the following

procedure.
Ensure that all gas control valves on the appliance and

the gas cylinder are turned off before disconnecting the

gas line from the cylinder.
Do not smoke or use a naked flame near the appliance

or gas cylinder while disconnecting the gas line

between the appliance and gas cylinder.
Remove the gas cylinder from the enclosure before

disconnecting the gas line from the appliance.
Tighten all connections before placing the gas cylinder

back in its enclosure.
The Gas Leak Testing Procedure should be conducted

every time the gas cylinder is refilled and reconnected

to the appliance - before using the appliance.

Regulator Connection (Fig 1 & 2)

1. Check that all control knobs are in the ‘Off’ position.
2. Make sure the cylinder valve is off by turning the

valve knob clockwise.

3. Remove the protective cap from the cylinder if

present.

4. Leak test the connection with a soapy water

solution. (See Gas Leak Testing Procedure)

Hose and regulator replacement must be a

genuine part specified for this appliance and is
obtainable from your nearest BeefEater stockist.

Gas Leak Test Procedure

Use the following procedure to check for gas

leaks.
Never use a naked flame to check for gas leaks.

Regulator and hose

Gas Shutoff Valve

Protector cap

Bleeder valve screw

Tighten in this direction

Gas Cylinder

Standard POL Regulator

Gas Cylinder Information

Regulator and hose

Gas Shutoff Valve

Protector cap

Bleeder valve screw

Tighten in this direction

Gas Cylinder

Quick Connect Regulator

Fig 1

Fig 2

Fig 3

1. In a small container, mix up a solution of water and

detergent or soap. Mix the solution well.

2. For LPG make sure that the gas supply valve on the gas

cylinder is turned on. For Natural gas make sure that the
gas line is correctly fitted to the appliance.

3. Make sure that the gas control valves on the appliance are

all turned off.

4. Using a brush or spray bottle apply the solution to the gas

line and each join in the gas line. See Fig 3.

5. Bubbling of the solution will indicate that there is a leak

present.

6. Re-tighten or re-seal any joints that are leaking.
7. If a leak persists then contact your distributor or the

manufacturer for assistance.

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