Check for gas leaks (continued), Ƽdanger, Ƽwarning – weber 400 User Manual

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CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS
(CONTINUED)

Manifold

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DANGER

Do not use an open flame to check for gas
leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or
open flames in the area while you check
for leaks. This will result in a fire or
explosion which can cause serious bodily
injury or death and damage to property.

a)

c)

b)

Manifold

To perform leak checks: Open tank valve by turning the
tank valve handwheel counterclockwise.

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WARNING: Do not ignite burners while leak

checking.

Check for leaks by wetting the connections with the soap
and water solution and watching for bubbles. If bubbles
form or if a bubble grows there is a leak.

Check:

a) Left valves to manifold connection. Figure 20 (a).

b) Right valves to manifold connection. Figure 20 (b).

c)

Corrugated gas line to manifold connection.
Figure 20 (c).

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WARNING: If there is a leak at connection 20 (c)

turn OFF the gas and retighten the fitting with a
wrench and recheck for leaks with soap and water
solution.

If a leak persists after retightening the fitting, turn
OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE.
Contact your dealer.

Figure 20

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WARNING

Make sure all burner control knobs are in
the OFF position, including the side burner,
if the barbecue has a side burner.

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WARNING: You should check for gas leaks every

time you disconnect and reconnect a gas fitting.

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