Twin Eagles TEBC30-B - Manual (Page 12)

LEAK TEST
CAUTION BEFORE TESTING
 NEVER USE THE UNIT WITHOUT FIRST LEAK TESTING THE GAS CONNECTIONS.
 WARNING: DO NOT USE OPEN FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKS. USE OF AN OPEN FLAME COULD
RESULT IN A FIRE, EXPLOSION AND BODILY HARM.
 DO NOT SMOKE WHILE PERFORMING THE LEAK TEST!
 To prevent fire or explosion hazard, DO NOT use or permit sources of ignition in the area while performing
a leak test. Perform leak test outdoors only.
 Check to ensure that flexible hoses do not have any cuts and wear that may affect the safety before each
use. Only the factory supplied hose and regulator must be used. Use only replacement regulator and hose
assemblies specified by Twin Eagles.
LEAK TEST
1) Prepare a leak testing solution of sudsy water by mixing in a spray bottle with half liquid soap and half
water.
2) Confirm that all control knobs are in the OFF position.
3) Turn the main gas valve supply ON.
4) Apply leak testing solution by spraying on the pipe joints, fittings, and hose. (See diagram below)
5) A gas leak is detected if;
a) there is a faint gas smell and/or…
b) …growing bubbles appear on any of the connection points and/or hose. DO NOT attempt to ignite the
appliance and IMMEDIATELY turn off the gas supply valve.
6) When there is a gas leak, call a qualified service technician. DO NOT use the appliance until the leak is
corrected.
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