Kenmore 415.16645900 Use And Care Manual

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USE AND CARE4 • 464222409OPD Hand WheelLP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)• LP gas is nontoxic, odorless and colorless when produced. ForYour Safety, LP gas has been given an odor (similar to rottencabbage) so that it can be smelled.• LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly whenmixed with air.LP Tank Filling• Use only licensed and experienced dealers.• LP dealer must purge new tank before filling.• Dealer should NEVER fill LP Tank more than 80% of LP Tankvolume. Volume of propane in tank will vary by temperature.• A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LPTank valve and call local LP gas dealer for assistance.• Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas into the atmosphere.This is a hazardous practice.• To remove gas from LP Tank, contact an LP dealer or call alocal fire department for assistance. Check the telephonedirectory under “Gas Companies” for nearest certified LPdealers.LP Tank• The LP Tank used with your grill must meet the followingrequirements:• Use LP Tanks only with these required measurements: 12"(30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.)capacity maximum.• LP Tanks must be constructed and marked in accordance withspecifications for LP Tanks of the U.S. Department ofTransportation (DOT) or for Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, tanks,spheres and tubes for transportation of dangerous goods.Transport Canada (TC). See LP Tank collar for marking.• LP Tank valve must have:• Type 1 outlet compatible withregulator or grill.• Safety relief valve.• UL listed Overfill ProtectionDevice (OPD). This OPD safetyfeature is identified by a unique triangular hand wheel. Useonly LP Tanks equipped with this type of valve.• LP Tank must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and includecollar to protect LP Tank valve. Always keep LP Tanks inupright position during use, transit or storage.LP Tank in upright position for vapor withdrawalLP Tank Removal, Transport And Storage• Turn OFF all control knobs and LP tank valve. Turn couplingnut counterclockwise by hand only - do not use tools todisconnect. Lift LP tank wire upward off of LP tank collar, thenlift LP tank up and off of support bracket. Install safety cap ontoLP tank valve. Always use cap and strap supplied with valve.Failure to use safety cap as directed may result in seriouspersonal injury and/or property damage.LP Tank ValveRetainer StrapSafety Cap• A disconnected LP tank in storage or being transported musthave a safety cap installed (as shown). Do not store an LP tankin enclosed spaces such as a carport, garage, porch, coveredpatio or other building. Never leave an LP tank inside a vehiclewhich may become overheated by the sun.• Do not store an LP tank in an area where children play.• NEVER store a spare LP cylinder under or near theappliance or in an enclosed area.• Never fill a cylinder beyond 80% full.• If the information in two points above is notfollowed exactly, a fire causing death or seriousinjury may occur.• An over filled or improperly stored cylinder is ahazard due to possible gas release from the safetyrelief valve. This could cause an intense fire withrisk of property damage, serious injury or death.• If you see, smell or hear gas escaping, immediatelyget away from the LP cylinder/appliance and callyour fire department.DANGER