THE PROFESSIONAL SIDE BURNER Use and Care Guide MODELS: BGA131 BGA132 BGA131-BI BGA132-BI
A MESSAGE TO OUR CUSTOMERS We are glad that you selected the Professional Side Burner by DCS. Because this appliance contains features not found on any other burner, we recommend that you read this entire booklet before your first use. Keep it in a handy place as it has answers to questions that may occur during future use. Feel free to contact us if we can help you. When you write please include the model number of the Burner.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY PRACTICES AND PRECAUTIONS ..................................................................................................3-4 LOCATING THE PROFESSIONAL SIDE BURNER ..........................................................................................5 GAS REQUIREMENTS Natural Gas Hook-up..............................................................................................................................................6 LP Gas Hook-up...................................
SAFETY PRACTICES & PRECAUTIONS Improper use or installation is dangerous. Carefully follow these instructions. Always remove the cover before lighting the Professional Side Burner. Never use the Side Burner if a leak is present. Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks. Do not let children use the professional Side Burner. Do not leave children unattended near the Side Burner. Never let children crawl or hang on the Side Burner. Exercise care when operating the Professional Side Burner.
SAFETY PRACTICES & PRECAUTIONS SPIDER AND INSECT WARNING! Spiders and insects can nest in the burner(s) of this or any other gas appliance and cause the gas to flow from the front of the burner. This is a very dangerous condition which can cause a fire to occur behind the valve panel, thereby damaging the unit and making it unsafe to operate. You must inspect the burner(s) at least once a year or immediately if any of the following conditions occur: 1.
LOCATING THE SIDE BURNER 6" 6" 1" min. 1" min. 1" min. to combustible material 1" min. to combustible material COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION FIG.01 INSTALLATION OF BURNER: A minimum of 6”from the back and sides must be maintained from the Professional Side Burner above the cooking surface and a minimum of 1” below the cooking surface to combustible construction. (Fig.
GAS REQUIREMENTS All gas connections should be made by a qualified technician and in accordance with local codes and ordinances. In the absence of local codes, the installation must comply with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1-1094. Gas conversion kits are available from the factory. When ordering have the model number, and the type of gas (natural or LP) which you need. Total gas consumption of the Professional Side Burner with burner(s) on “HIGH”: Table 1 below.
GAS REQUIREMENTS To hook-up the fittings supplied with the Professional Side Burner, assemble as shown in Fig.02. Use joint compound on male threads only. Do not use joint compound on the flare end of the 1/2” NPT to 3/8” flare adapter. Ensure that the regulator arrow points in the direction of gas flow-towards the unit, away from the supply. Bottom of 131 &132 Burner Open Top Manifold 1/2" Coupling 1/2" Nipple Regulator Do not forget to place the installer-supplied gas valve in an accessible location.
GAS REQUIREMENTS LP TANK REQUIREMENTS A dented or rusty LP tank may be hazardous and should be checked by your LP supplier. Never use a cylinder with a damaged valve. The LP gas cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and designed for use with a Type 1 system only.
BUILT-IN INSTALLATION FOR BGA131-BI & BGA132-BI The Professional Side Burner (BGA131-BI and BGA132-BI) is designed for easy placement into masonry enclosures. Review the detail drawing below and take into account the provisions shown for the gas line hook-up clearance in the left rear corner. (Fig. 04) It is recommended that ventilation holes are provided in the enclosure in the event of a gas leak. The counter and supporting ledges or deck must be level and flat.
CART INSTALLATION FOR BGA131 & BGA132 BGA131 BGA132 15 -3/4" 26 - 3/4" 10 - 3/8" 10 - 3/8" 2" BURNER 23 - 3/4" 2" 12 - 3/4" IGNITION REAR IGNITION 10 - 3/8" FRONT 10 - 3/8" 13 " 13" 10
LEAK TESTING & LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: Do not smoke while leak testing. Extinguish all open flames. Make a soap solution of one part liquid detergent, and one part water. Never leak test with an open flame. For LP units, check with a full cylinder. Make sure all control valves are in the “OFF” position. Turn the gas supply “ON”. Check all connections from the supply line (Fig. 02), or LP cylinder (Fig. 03) up to the manifold pipe assembly (Fig. 06).
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS MATCH LIGHTING Hold a lit match near the burner ports, turn the control knob counterclockwise to “HI”. Move your hand immediately once the burner is lit. Rotate the control knob to the desired setting. Check for proper burner flame characteristics and adjust the air shutters if necessary. (Fig. 08) Each burner is adjusted prior to shipment; however, variations in the local gas supply may make minor adjustments necessary. FIG.
FINAL CHECKLIST Specified clearances maintained to combustibles. Professional Side Burner is properly mounted. All internal packaging removed. Burner is seated and does not rock. Each burner lights satisfactorily, individually or with adjacent burner lit. Knob(s) turn freely. Bezel(s) centered. Flame adjusted. Pressure regulator connected and set for 4.0"W.C. Natural, 11.2"W.C. LP gas. Manual shut-off valve installed and accessible. Unit tested and free of leaks.
BURNER REMOVAL Ensure that the gas supply is off, and the knobs are in the “OFF” position. Make sure the Side Burner is cool before removal. TO REMOVE BURNER Remove the burner grate. Grasp the burner, pull it up and slightly to the rear of the unit so that the venturi tube comes off the brass orifice at the front, and remove. BURNER CLEANING Clean the exterior of the burner with a wire brush. Clear any clogged burner ports with a straightened paper clip. Never enlarge the burner ports.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM Burner won’t light when the ignition is pushed. WHAT TO DO Remove the burner grate. With the control knob in the “OFF” position, watch the electrode while engaging the ignition. You should see a spark jump inside the electrode cap. If there is no spark........see ignition service. If there is a spark... is there gas supplied to the unit and is the line purged of air? Does the other burner of a dual burner operate? Check the orifice for blockage.
SINGLE SIDE BURNER PARTS LIST FOR BGA131 & BGA131-BI 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 17 8 18 9 10 19 11 20 12 21 13 14 15 16 NOTE: Part list typical for BGA131 & BGA131-BI models. Illustration shows BGA131-BI model. ITEM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11 . DESCRIPTION BURNER COVER PULL HANDLE TOP GRATE BK OPEN TOP BURNER HEAD GASKET OPEN TOP VENTURI MANIFOLD (BGA131-BI MODEL) MANIFOLD (BGA131 MODEL) MANUAL GAS VALVE ORIFICE NATURAL ORIFICE LP OT ELECTRODE ASSEMBLY BATTERY IGNITION MODULE PART NO.
DOUBLE SIDE BURNER PARTS LIST FOR BGA132 & BGA132-BI 1 2 3 4 5 16 6 7 17 18 19 8 9 20 21 10 11 22 12 13 14 15 NOTE: Part list typical for BGA132 & BGA132-BI models. Illustration shows BGA132-BI model. ITEM 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. DESCRIPTION BURNER COVER PULL HANDLE TOP GRATE BK OPEN TOP BURNER HEAD GASKET OPEN TOP VENTURI FRONT MANIFOLD (BGA132-BI MODEL) MANIFOLD (BGA132 MODEL) MANUAL GAS VALVE ORIFICE NATURAL ORIFICE LP BEZEL CONTROL KNOB ITEM 12. 13. 14. PART NO.
SINGLE & DOUBLE SIDE BURNER WIRING DIAGRAM IGNITION SWITCH GND TERMINAL 1.
WARRANTY LENGTH OF WARRANTY Limited Five (5) year covers the cast iron burner(s), the structural integrity of the exterior and interior body parts. Should deterioration occur to the degree of non-performance, a replacement will be furnished. DCS warrants all other Side Burner components to the original purchaser to be free of factory defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the original date of purchase.
SERVICE HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: For warranty service, contact DCS Customer Service at (888) 281-5698. Before you call, please have the following information ready: Model Number Serial Number Gas Type Date of installation A brief description of the problem Your satisfaction is of the utmost importance to us.
5800 Skylab Road, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 Tel: 714.372.7000 • Fax: 714.372.7001 Customer Service: (888) 281.5698 www.dcsappliances.com As product improvement is an ongoing process at DCS, we reserve the right to change specifications or design without notice. Part No. 17584 Rev.
