Brinkmann Camping Stove User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
WARNING
HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION MAY
RESULT IF THESE WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED. READ
AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO
AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING
DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
NOTICE TO INSTALLER:
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WITH THE STOVE OWNER FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.

WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR STOVE AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IS TO ATTRACT YOUR
ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE HAZARDS AS YOU ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR STOVE.
WHEN YOU SEE THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION WHICH FOLLOWS!
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR STOVE.
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DANGER
IMPORTANT SAFETY
WARNINGS
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
• Shut off gas to the appliance at the LP cylinder and burners.
• Extinguish any open flame.
• If odor continues, leave the area and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other liquids with flammable vapors in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
• An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance to avoid the possibility of explosion.
• Never store a spare LP cylinder under or near this stove.
• Never fill the cylinder beyond 80% full.
• A fire causing death or serious injury may occur if the above is not followed exactly.
WARNING
WARNING

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WARNING
•Never use natural gas in a unit designed for liquid propane gas.
•Never use charcoal briquets or lighter fluid in a gas stove.
•Leak test all connections before first use, even if stove was purchased fully assembled and
after each tank refill.
•Never check for leaks using a match or open flame.
CAUTION! Strong odors, colds, sinus congestion, etc. may prevent the detection of
propane. Use caution and common sense when testing for leaks.
•Always keep gasoline, paint thinner, or other flammable liquids or combustible materials away
from your gas stove.
•Always check the stove prior to each use as indicated in the “Pre-Start Check List”section of
this manual.
•Keep children and pets away from hot stove. DO NOT allow children to use or play near this
stove.
•Properly secure tank to support bracket as indicated in the “Installing the LP Gas Cylinder onto
the Stove”section of this manual (page 5). This will stabilize stove while in use.
•DO NOT leave the stove unattended while in use.
•DO NOT allow the gas hose to come in contact with hot surfaces.
•Keep a fire extinguisher on hand acceptable for use with gas products. Refer to your local
authority to determine proper size and type.
•Never place more than 10 pounds on the side tables. DO NOT lean on the side tables.
•Never place more than 25 pounds on each of the cooking grills (50 lbs. total on grills).
•For household use only. DO NOT use this stove for anything other than its intended purpose.
•DO NOT use while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
•Stove is hot when in use. To avoid burns:
•DO NOT attempt to move the stove.
•DO NOT exceed the weight capacity of the stove.
•Never put an empty pot over a lit burner.
•Use only small to medium size flat bottom cookware centered over the burners.
•Wear protective gloves or oven mitts.
•DO NOT touch any hot stove surfaces.
•DO NOT wear loose clothing or allow hair to come in contact with stove.
USE CAUTION AND COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR GAS STOVE.
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES IN THIS
MANUAL COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

CYLINDER SPECIFICATIONS:
When purchasing or exchanging a cylinder for your gas stove, it must be constructed and marked in
accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation
(DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339 as applicable with a listed over-filling
prevention device (OPD).
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WARNING
WARNING
LP GAS CYLINDER (NOT SUPPLIED WITH THIS STOVE)
The LP (Liquid Propane) gas cylinder specifically designed to be used with this stove must have
a 20 lb. (9.1 kg) capacity incorporating a Type 1 cylinder valve and an over-filling protection
device (OPD).
•DO NOT connect this stove to an existing #510 POL cylinder valve with Left Hand threads. The
Type 1 valve can be identified with the large external threads on the valve outlet.
•DO NOT connect to a propane cylinder exceeding this capacity.
•DO NOT connect to a cylinder that uses any other type of valve connection device.
•FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT operate indoors or in an enclosed area such as a tent,
screened porch, garage, shed or breezeway.
•Use your stove OUTDOORS in a well ventilated space away from buildings, trees, fences or
other combustible materials or structures to prevent dangers associated with gas accumulation
and toxic vapors. We recommend your stove be situated at least 10 feet (3 meters) from
buildings.
•DO NOT use on wooden decks or surfaces that could burn.
•Maintain a minimum clearance of 36 inches (90 cm) between all sides of stove and walls or
other combustible material. Do not locate this appliance under overhead unprotected
combustible surfaces.
•DO NOT install in or on a recreational vehicle and/or boat.
•DO NOT use on apartment complex patios or balconies.
INSTALLATION INFORMATION:
The installation of this appliance must be in accordance with:
All applicable local codes, or in the absence of local codes, either:
• National Fuel Gas Code,
• ANSI Z223.1 1988 or latest edition (USA)
• Natural Gas Installation Code: CAN/CGA B149.1 (Canada)
• Propane Installation Code: CAN/CGA B149.2 (Canada)
To check your local codes, see your local LP gas dealer or natural gas company.
This stove shall not be connected to a natural gas supply line.

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The cylinder must also be equipped with:
•A shut-off valve terminating in a Type 1 gas cylinder valve outlet.
•A Type 1 valve that prevents gas flow until a positive seal is obtained.
•An arrangement for vapor withdrawal.
•A collar to protect the cylinder shut off valve.
•A safety relief device having direct communication with the vapor space of the cylinder.
•A listed over-filling prevention device (OPD).
•Turn off the cylinder valve when your stove is not in use.
•Handle the tank with care.
•Always secure the cylinder in an upright position.
•Never connect an unregulated LP gas cylinder to your stove.
•DO NOT expose LP cylinders to excessive heat or ignition sources.
•DO NOT store a spare cylinder under or near your stove.
•Allow only qualified LP gas dealers to fill or repair your LP gas cylinder.
•DO NOT allow the cylinder to be filled beyond 80% capacity.
•Read and follow all warnings and instructions that are on the cylinder and that accompany this
product.
•Never store a spare LP cylinder under or near your stove when in use. This could cause excess
pressure to be expelled through the vapor relief valve resulting in fire, explosion, or severe
personal injury including death.
NOTE: PROPANE GAS IS HEAVIER THAN AIR AND WILL COLLECT IN LOW AREAS.
PROPER VENTILATION IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT.
•DO NOT insert any foreign objects into the valve outlet. Damage to the back-check could
result. A damaged back-check can cause a leak, possibly resulting in explosion, fire, severe
bodily harm, or death.
WARNING
DANGER

WARNING
FILLING THE LP GAS CYLINDER:
•Allow only qualified LP gas dealers to properly fill or repair your LP gas cylinder.
•New tanks should be purged prior to filling; inform LP gas dealer if you are using a new tank.
•DO NOT allow the cylinder to be filled beyond 80% capacity. Over-filled tanks can create a
dangerous condition. Over-filled tanks can build-up pressure and cause the relief valve to expel
propane gas vapors. The vapor is combustible and if it comes in contact with a spark source or
flame an explosion causing severe burns, bodily harm, or death could occur.
•Always use a protective cylinder cap when stove is not connected to cylinder.
•If you exchange a cylinder with a qualified exchange program, be sure the cylinder has
a Type 1 valve and an over-filling prevention device (OPD).
INSTALLING THE LP GAS CYLINDER ONTO THE STOVE:
1. Check that the cylinder valve is closed by turning the
knob clockwise.
2. Raise the tank wire until it contacts the side of the stove.
3. Place the cylinder onto the support bracket located between the
legs on the left side of the stove.There are two notches to help
align the tank on to the bracket.
4. Lower the tank wire over the collar until it rests on the cylinder
body.
CAUTION! For added stability, the tank must be properly installed on the stove
on the tank support bracket located between the left side legs.
HOSE AND REGULATOR:
Your stove is equipped with a Type 1 connection device with the following features:
1. The system will not allow gas flow from the cylinder until a positive connection to the valve has been made.
NOTE: The cylinder valve must be turned off before any connection is made or removed.
2. A thermal device that will shut off the gas flow if the device is subject to temperatures above 240°F and
300°F (115°C and 150°C). If this should happen, remove the entire regulator assembly and throw it away. A
replacement regulator assembly can be purchased by contacting Brinkmann at 1-800-527-0717.
The cause of the excessive heat should be determined and corrected before using your stove again.
3. A flow limiting device, when activated, restricts the flow of gas to 10 cubic feet per hour.
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Tank wire

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WARNING
•Never use your stove without leak testing all gas connections and hoses. See the section on
"Leak Testing" in this manual for proper procedures.
The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with your gas stove is designed to work with an
LP gas supply cylinder.
•DO NOT attempt to connect it to any other fuel supply source such as a natural gas line.
•DO NOT use any other pressure regulator/hose assembly other than the one supplied with your stove.
•DO NOT attempt to adjust or repair the regulator. A replacement regulator can be supplied by
contacting the manufacturer. The regulator is designed to operate at an output pressure of 11
inches of water column (2.74 kPa).
During assembly and/or replacement of the gas cylinder, keep the gas supply hose free of kinks and/or
damage.
Visually inspect the hose assembly prior to each use for evidence of damage, excess wear, or deterioration.
If found, replace the assembly before using your stove. Only the manufacturers supplied replacement
should be used.We recommend you replace the hose and regulator every two years.
CONNECTING HOSE AND REGULATOR TO AN LP GAS CYLINDER
•Insure the tank valve is CLOSED prior to connecting the LP gas cylinder to your stove. Turn the
valve knob clockwise to properly close the valve. Read and follow all instructions and warnings
on the supply hose safety tags. Read and follow all warnings in this manual concerning the safe
use of LP gas cylinders and the hose and regulator before connecting cylinder to stove. Read
and follow all warnings on the LP cylinder.
1. Check that the cylinder valve is closed by turning the knob
clockwise.
2. Check that the stove’s burner knobs are in the proper “OFF”
positions.
3. Remove the protective plastic cap from the cylinder valve and the
connection device.
4. Feed hose and regulator connection between side legs. Insert the
nipple of connection device into the valve outlet. Insure that the
device is centered properly as illustrated in diagram.
5. Turn the large coupling nut clockwise by hand and tighten to a full
stop. Take care not to cross thread the coupling nut onto the cylinder valve.
Do not over-tighten the knob onto the valve. Do not use tools to tighten connection.
NOTE: If you are unable to make the connection, repeat steps 4 and 5.
6. Check that the hose does not contain kinks, does not contact sharp edges, and does not contact
surfaces that may become hot during use.
7. Leak check all fittings before lighting your stove. See section on "Leak Testing" in this manual.
WARNING
WARNING
Coupling Nut
(Turn clockwise
to connect)

LEAK TESTING:
To prevent fire or explosion hazard:
•DO NOT smoke or permit ignition sources in the area while conducting a leak test.
•Perform test OUTDOORS only in a well ventilated area.
•Never perform a leak test with a match or open flame.
•Never perform a leak test while the stove is in use.
WHEN TO PERFORM A LEAK TEST:
•After assembling your stove and before lighting for the first time, even if purchased fully
assembled.
•Every time the LP gas cylinder is refilled or if any of the gas components are replaced.
•Any time your stove has been moved.
•At least once per year or if your stove has not been used for more than 60 days.
CHECKING FOR LEAKS:
1. Create a mixture of 50% water and 50% liquid dishwashing soap.
2. Insure all burner knobs are set to the “OFF”position.
3. Turn on the fuel supply at the LP cylinder valve.
Turn the cylinder valve knob one turn counterclockwise.
4. Apply the soap water mixture to the following:
Supply tank (cylinder) weld
Tank valve to cylinder
Connection nut to tank valve
Back side of connection nut to brass
nipple.
Brass nipple connection into regulator
Regulator connections to gas supply
hose.
The full length of gas supply hose
Gas supply hose connection to gas
manifold.
Both ends of the gas manifold
Control valve connection to gas manifold
Control valve mounting screw on bottom
side of manifold
Control valve stem caps
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WARNING
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
J
K
L
Watch For Bubbles
DANGER
A
B
C
D
E
FG
H
I
J
K
L

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5. Check each place listed (A -L) for growing bubbles which indicates a leak.
6. Turn “OFF”gas supply at cylinder valve.
7. Turn on control knobs to release gas pressure in hose.
8. Turn control knobs to “OFF”position.
9. Tighten or replace any leaking connections.
10. Repeat soapy water test until no leaks are detected. DO NOT use the stove if leaks cannot be
stopped. Contact a qualified gas appliance repair service.
11. Turn “OFF”gas supply at cylinder valve until you are ready to use your stove.
12. Wash off soapy residue with cold water and towel dry.
13. Wait 5 minutes to allow all gas to evacuate the area before lighting stove.
NOTE: The leak test must be performed in an area that has adequate lighting in order to see if
bubbles are developing. DO NOT use a flashlight to check for bubbles.
PRE-START CHECK LIST:
Property damage, bodily harm, severe burns, and death could result from failure to follow these
safety steps. These steps should be performed after the stove has been assembled, stored, moved,
cleaned, or repaired. DO NOT operate this stove until you have read and understand ALL of the
warnings and instructions in this manual.
•Insure that the stove is properly assembled.
•Inspect the gas supply hose for burns, chaffing, kinks, and proper routing before each use. Hoses
should be at least 3 inches from hot surfaces.
•Leak check all gas connections and hoses. See section on “Leak Testing”.
•Position your stove on level ground in a well ventilated location, a safe distance from combustible
materials and buildings. DO NOT use on wooden decks or other surfaces that could burn.

Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions contained in this manual. DO NOT skip
any of the warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
Follow the instructions exactly.
1. Check that all burner control knobs and the cylinder valve are turned to the “OFF”position.
2. Turn on the fuel supply by rotating the cylinder valve knob counterclockwise to full open.
3. DO NOT stand with head, body, or arms over the stove when lighting.
LIGHTING THE FIRST BURNER:
1. Turn the burner control knobs to the “OFF”position.
2. Remove any pots from directly over the unlit burners.
3. Strike and place a long wooden match through the lighting hole located in the stove housing next to the
control knob or through the openings in the cooking grills. Hold the flame approximately 1/2" (2 to 3 cm)
from the burner ports.
4. Turn the burner control knob to the “HIGH”position.The burner should light within 5 seconds.
5. If the gas does not ignite, turn the burner control knob to “OFF”and wait 5 minutes for gas to evacuate
the stove.
6. Repeat steps 1 through 4 until burner ignites.
7. If burner does not light within the first few attempts, there is a problem with the gas supply. Turn off the
gas at the burner and cylinder. DO NOT attempt to operate the stove until the problem is found and
corrected.
LIGHTING THE SECOND BURNER:
1. Turn the lit burner control knob to “LOW.”
2. Remove any pots from directly over the unlit burner.
3. Strike and place a long wooden match through the lighting hole located in the stove housing next to the
control knob or through the openings in the cooking grills. Hold the flame approximately 1/2" (2 to 3 cm)
from the burner ports.
DO NOT turn the control knob “ON”before the lit match is placed over the burner ports. Failure to
follow this step can cause gas accumulation that can be ignited from the other lit burner, possibly
causing severe bodily injury.
WARNING
WARNING
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WARNING