Operating instructions

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INSURING PROPER COMBUSTION AIR AND
COOLING AIR FLOW
You must maintain proper air fl ow for the barbecue to
perform as it was designed (Fig.
4-1). If airflow is
blocked, overheating and poor combustion will result. Do
not block the 1" front air inlet along the bottom of the face
or more than 75% of the cooking grid surface with objects
such as pans or griddles.
Note: The 1" front air space allows access to the drip
tray.
ELECTRICAL OUTLETS
All electrical outlets in the vicinity of the barbecue must
be properly grounded.
Note: Keep electrical supply cords away from all
heated surfaces.
PLANNING THE LOCATION OF YOUR POST BARBECUE
EXHAUST REMOVAL
If installed or used under
a patio roof, the cooking
grid area should be fully
covered by a chimney and
exhaust hood. An exhaust
fan with a rating of 1000
CFM (cubic feet per minute)
or more may be necessary
to effi ciently remove smoke
and other cooking by-products from the covered area.
THIS UNIT SHOULD NOT BE LOCATED IN A FULLY
ENCLOSED AREA OF ANY KIND.
SECURING THE POST BARBECUE
Important: The post base must be securely fastened
to a stable, level surface using the lag
screws and shields provided (p. 3) to
ensure the barbecue remains fi xed and
upright at all times.
This Barbecue designed FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
DO NOT use this unit under unprotected fl ammable surfaces. DO NOT use this appliance inside a building, garage,
or any other enclosed area. It must not be used in or on recreational vehicles or boats.
IMPORTANT: This unit is NOT insulated and therefore during use it must be located with a minimum of 18" of side
and back clearance from unprotected combustible materials such as wood, plastic, or stucco with wood framing.
GAS SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS
GAS SUPPLY PLUMBING REQUIREMENTS
For natural gas or a household propane system, rigid
1
/
2
",
or
3
/
4
" black steel pipe, or local code approved pipe is
required to conduct the gas supply to the unit. An outdoor
approved fl exible connector can be used to connect your
household gas supply to the barbecue. DO NOT use a
rubber hose within the enclosure for the barbecue
unit. Apply only joint compounds that are resistant to
all gasses on all male pipe fi ttings. Make sure to tighten
every joint securely.
Note: If
1
/
2
" pipe is used with natural gas, it should be
no longer than 20 feet.
Important: An external valve (with a removable key)
in the gas line is necessary for safety
when the barbecue is not in use. It also
provides for convenient maintenance.
GAS SUPPLY AND MANIFOLD PRESSURES
For Natural Gas - Normal 7" Water Column (w.c.), Minimum
5" w.c., Maximum 10
1
/
2
" w.c.
For Propane Gas - Normal 11" w.c., Minimum 8" w.c.,
Maximum 13" w.c.
Fig. 4-1
Ventilation Diagram
CONNECTING TO THE GAS SUPPLY
This post barbecue is
capable of connecting
to the gas supply in
a few different ways.
The connection can be
made inside the post,
under the post base,
or out the back of the
post.
The gas must be hooked up so that it passes through the
timer (and regulator if equipped) located in the post. To
access the timer, unscrew and remove the access plate in
the back of the post using a No. 3 Phillips-head screwdriver.
Retain the screws.
To connect through the post,
remove the knock-out disk
at the bottom of the access
plate with a large standard
screwdriver by inserting the
screwdriver into the notch
provided in the center of the
knock-out. Remove the plastic grommet fastened to the
inside of the post and insert it into the newly created
opening prior to passing the gas connection through the
opening.
To connect through the post
base run the gas connection
through the hole provided in
the center of the post base.
When fi nished, replace access
plate and tighten the four
screws provided.
post (access panel removed)
Flex
connector
through hole
in base
Back of
timer valve
Grommet
Location of
regulator if
equipped
(for Natural
Gas only)
Fig. 4-2
access plate
knock-out
grommet (installed)
Fig. 4-3
Fig. 4-4
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