Propane Cylinders - 3.9Kg, 6Kg, 13Kg, 19Kg & 47Kg
Cylinder connection can be a real area of confusion for customers, which is why we have compiled a guide to help you.
This section of the guide shows you step-by-step how to properly connect 3.9Kg, 6Kg, 13Kg, 19Kg & 47Kg propane cylinders - to your appliance, with details of how to remove and replace regulators.
Follow the steps below, taking special note of the safety warnings.
How to Connect a Propane Cylinder
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Check that the valve handwheel is off by turning clockwise.
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Remove protective plug and leave hanging to replace later.
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Inspect the bullnose connection on the regulator for
damage
before connecting. -
Note that a propane cylinder connection must be tight.
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When gas is required, turn the valve handwheel.
How to Disconnect a Propane Cylinder
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Turn the valve handwheel off (clockwise rotation). -
Except for multi-cylinder installations with a changeover valve, turn off the gas tap if fitted to the appliance. Wait until the burner and pilot lights have gone out. For installations with a change-over valve, it is only necessary to turn off the empty cylinder.
Never remove the regulator (or connecting nut) with the cylinder valve open.
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Remove the regulator (or connecting nut – left hand thread) with the spanner.
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Replace protective plug into valve outlet.
IMPORTANT
These cylinders have a female valve connection. Check the connection is clean and undamaged. Always use the correct size spanner and fully tighten.
