Most grill accidents start with a leak at a connection or a tank that is mishandled. Knowing the safe routine takes a few minutes and applies to every DCS grill that uses propane, new or 20 years old.
Connecting and Leak-Checking a Tank
- Make sure all burner knobs are off and the lid is open.
- Check the hose for cracks, brittleness or sticky spots before every season.
- Hand-tighten the regulator connection. Do not use tools unless the manual says so.
- Brush a mix of dish soap and water on each connection.
- Open the tank valve slowly. Growing bubbles mean a leak. Close the valve and do not use the grill.
If You Smell Gas
Do not light anything. Turn off the tank valve if you can reach it safely, step away from the grill, keep people and pets back, and phone your gas utility from a safe distance.
What Goes to Whom
- Hose, regulator or valve on the grill: we inspect and replace these.
- House gas line, new connections, or a change between natural gas and propane: a licensed plumber.
- Outdoor outlet that trips or looks damaged: an electrician.
Storage
Keep tanks upright, outdoors and away from direct heat. In summer heat, never leave a tank in a closed car or a hot shed. A tank that looks dented or badly rusted should be exchanged, not refilled.
Do not store a spare tank under the grill or in the cabinet of an outdoor kitchen. Heat from cooking and the sun raises pressure inside it, and a closed cabinet traps any leak. We would rather you ask us a question about a connection than guess at it.
A worn hose or regulator deserves a look before the season starts. Call us or use our online form, then expect a three-hour arrival window from us for your grill repair.