User Manual

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Turning Off
1. Turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED.”
2. Turn all control knobs clockwise to the “ OFF” position.
Note: A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the LP gas is burned.
3. Disconnect LP gas tank per “Disconnecting LP Gas Tank” section.
Controlling Flare-ups
W CAUTION: Putting out grease fires by only closing the lid is not possible.
1. If a grease fire develops, turn control knobs to the “ OFF” position and LP gas tank valve “CLOSED.”
Do NOT use water on a grease fire. This can cause the grease to splatter and could result in serious
burns, bodily harm or other damage.
2. Do NOT leave grill unattended while preheating or burning off food residue on
(HIGH). If grill has not
been cleaned, a grease fire can occur.
W When cooking, fire extinguishing materials should be readily accessible. In the event of an oil/grease fire,
use type BC dry chemical fire extinguisher or smother with dirt, sand or baking soda. Do NOT attempt to
extinguish with water.
Flare-ups are a part of cooking meats on a grill and add to the unique flavor of grilling.
Excessive flare-ups can over-cook your food and be dangerous.
Important: Excessive flare-ups result from the build-up of grease in the bottom of your grill.
Operating Main Burners
First Use
1. Make sure all labels, packaging and protective films have been removed from the grill.
2. Remove manufacturing oils before cooking on this grill for the first time by operating the grill for at least 15 minutes on
(HIGH) with the
lid closed. This will “heat clean” the internal parts and dissipate odors.
Lighting
W CAUTION: Keep outdoor gas cooking appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline
and other flammable vapors and liquids.
W CAUTION: Do NOT obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
W CAUTION: Check and clean burner/venturi tubes for insects and insect nests. A clogged tube can lead to a
fire.
W CAUTION: Attempting to light the burner with the lid closed may cause an explosion.
1. Open lid.
2. Check for obstructions of airflow to the burners. Spiders, insects and webs can clog the burner/venturi tube. A clogged burner tube can
lead to a fire.
3. All control knobs must be in the “ OFF” position (Figure 3).
4. Connect LP gas tank per “Installing LP Gas Tank” section.
5. Turn LP gas tank valve to “OPEN.”
6. Push and turn any control knob to
(HIGH). The burner should light. If it does not, repeat up to
three times.
7. If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn burner control knob “ OFF,” wait 5 minutes, and
repeat lighting procedure.
8. If igniter does not light burner, use a lit match secured with the lighting rod (included with grill) to
light burners. Access the burners through the cooking grid and heat plates. Position lit match near
side of burner (Figure 5).
Important: Always use the lighting rod (included) when lighting burners with a match.
9. After lighting, observe the burner flame. Make sure all burner ports are lit and flame height
matches illustration (Figure 6).
Note: Each burner lights independently - repeat steps 5-9 for the other burners.
W CAUTION: If burner flame goes out during operation, immediately turn the
control knobs to the “
OFF” position,
LP gas tank valve “CLOSED” and open lid to let the gas clear for 5 minutes
before re-lighting.
Figure 5
Lighting
Rod
Match
Figure 6
Burner
Flame
Slight
Yellow
Slight
Blue
Dark
Blue
c. If no bubbles appear after one minute, turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED,” wipe away solution and proceed.
Operating Instructions (continued)