Checking for LP gas leaksNever test for leaks with a flame. Prior to first use, atthe beginning of each season, or every time your LPgas tank is changed, you must check for gas leaks.Follow these 4 steps:1.Make a soap solution by mixing one part liquiddetergent and one part water.2. Turn control knobs to full OFF position, then turngas ON at supply tank.3. Apply the soap solution to all gas connections. Ifbubbles appear in the solution the connections are notproperly sealed. Check each fitting and tighten orrepair as necessary.4. Please also apply soapy solution onto the tankseams. If bubbles appears in the solution, the tankseams is not properly sealed.5. If you have a gas leak you cannot repair, turn offgas at the source, disconnect fuel line from your grilland call 1-800-913-8999 or your gas supplier for repairassistance.Grill Lighting InstructionsBasic Lighting Procedure1. Familiarize yourself with the safety guidelines atthe front of this manual. Do not smoke while lightinggrill or checking gas supply connections.2. Be sure the LP gas tank is sufficiently full.3. Check that the end of each burner tube is properlylocated over each valve orifice.4. Be sure all gas connections are securely tightened.5. Open the grill main lid and side burner lid.WARNINGFailure to open grill lid during the lightingprocedure could result in a fire or explosionthat could cause serious bodily injury, death,or property damage.!6. Push and turn one burner knobcounterclockwise to “HI” position. Pilot torch willlight. Hold at high setting for 3-4 seconds untilburner is lit. After the burner is lit, adjust the knobto desired heat setting. Repeat this step to turn onadditional burners.7. If the burner does not light after 3-4 seconds,turn control knob to “OFF” position. Then turn gas“OFF” at tank and wait 5 minutes for gas to clear.Then repeat step 6.8. If lighting still doesn’t occur, refer to If Grill StillFail To Light on next page.12USING THE SIDE BURNER:Inspect the gas supply hose prior to turning thegas “ON”. If there is evidence of cuts, wear orabrasion, it must be replaced prior to use. Do notuse the side burner if the odor of gas is present.WARNING: Always keep your face and body asfar away from the burner as possible whenlighting.LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR SIDE BURNER1. Open side burner lid fully.2. Remove any utensils from side burner grate.3.. Push and turn one burner knobcounterclockwise to “HI” position Hold at highsetting for 3-4 seconds until burner is lit. After theburner is lit, adjust the knob to desired heat setting.4. If the burner does not light after 3-4 seconds,turn control knob to “OFF” position. Then turn gas“OFF” at tank and wait 5 minutes for gas to clear.Then repeat step 3.5. If lighting still doesn’t occur, refer to If Grill StillFail To Light on next page.Approximate 1-1/2 “Flame HeightGas Leak Check