463334614 - Barbecue CHAR-BROIL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL 463334614 CHAR-BROIL

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DANGER DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious

CAUTION CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation

or unsafe practice which, if not avoided, may result in

minor or moderate injury.

TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Symbols

The symbols and boxes shown below explain what each

heading means. Read and follow all of the messages found

throughout the manual.

THIS GRILL IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.

Read and follow all safety statements, assembly

instructions, and use and care directions before

attempting to assemble and cook.

INSTALLER/ASSEMBLER:

Leave this manual with consumer.

Keep this manual for future reference.

Failure to follow all manufacturer’s instructions could

result in serious personal injury and/or property

Some parts may contain sharp edges. Wear

protective gloves if necessary.

For residential use only. Do not use for

WARNING DANGER If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance

2. Extinguish any open flame.

4. If odor continues, keep away from the

appliance and immediately call your gas

supplier or your fire department.

1. Do not store or use gasoline or other

flammable liquids or vapors in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

2. An LP cylinder not connected for use

shall not be stored in the vicinity of

this or any other appliance.

WARNING CAUTION CAUTION CAUTION WARNING CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

1. Combustible by-products produced when using

this product contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other

2. This product contains chemicals, including lead

and lead compounds, known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects or other

Wash your hands after handling this product.

WARNING Do not attempt to repair or alter the

hose/valve/regulator for any “assumed” defect.

Any modification to this assembly will void your

warranty and create the risk of a gas leak and fire.

Use only authorized replacement parts supplied by

Installation Safety Precautions

Use grill, as purchased, only with LP (propane) gas

and the regulator/valve assembly supplied. If your grill

is Dual Fuel ready, a conversion kit must be

purchased for use with natural gas.

Grill installation must conform with local codes, or in

their absence of local codes, with either the National

Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54, Natural Gas

and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, or

Propane Storage and Handling Code, B149.2.

• All electrical accessories (such as rotisserie) must be

electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or

National Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA 70 or Canadian

Electrical Code, CSA C22.1. Keep any electrical cords

and/or fuel supply hoses away from any hot surfaces.

This grill is safety certified for use in the United States

and/or Canada only. Do not modify for use in any other

location. Modification will result in a safety hazard.

CAUTION Grease Fires

• Putting out grease fires by closing the lid is

not possible. Grills are well ventilated for

• Do not use water on a grease fire. Personal injury

may result. If a grease fire develops, turn knobs

• If grill has not been regularly cleaned, a grease fire

can occur that may damage the product. Pay close

attention while preheating or burning off food

residue to insure that a grease fire does not

develop. Follow instructions on General Grill

Cleaning and Cleaning The Burner Assembly to

prevent grease fires.

• The best way to prevent grease fires is

regular cleaning of the grill.

CAUTION Using pots larger than 6 quarts in capacity could

exceed weight limit of the side burner shelf or side

shelf, resulting in failure of grill cart components.

NEVER store a spare LP cylinder under or near

the appliance or in an enclosed area.

Never fill a cylinder beyond 80% full.

If you see, smell or hear gas escaping,

immediately get away from the LP

cylinder/appliance and call your fire department.

An over filled or improperly stored cylinder is a

hazard due to possible gas release from the safety

relief valve. This could cause an intense fire with

risk of property damage, serious injury or death.

Rotisserie cooking is best for 'round' meat, such as large

roasts, whole poultry, and pork. It generally requires an

accessory motor and spit rod that allows the meat to be

turned at a constant speed. Rotisserie cooking is best

done in front of a special rotisserie burner, or utilizing an

indirect cooking burner arrangement. A pan can be

placed underneath the meat to catch grease and food

drippings, and helps minimize clean-up.

Food safety is a very important part of enjoying the

outdoor cooking experience. To keep food safe from

harmful bacteria, follow these four basic steps:

Clean: Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces with hot

soapy water before and after handling raw meat.

Separate: Separate raw meats from ready-to-eat foods

to avoid cross contamination. Use a clean platter and

utensils when removing cooked foods.

Cook: Cook meat and poultry thoroughly to kill bacteria.

Use a thermometer to ensure proper internal food

Chill: Refrigerate prepared foods and leftovers promptly.

Read your Assembly Manual and ensure the grill is put

together properly. Remove all Point-of-Purchase

advertising material from all grill surfaces before first use.

We recommend operating your grill on its highest setting for

15-20 minutes prior to your first use. This aids in removing

the oils used during manufacturing.

Lava Rock / Briquettes

This gas grill has been designed, engineered, and tested to

be used with heat tents to provide more even heating,

improve the cleaning process, and reduce flare-ups. The

addition of after market lava rocks, charcoal, or briquettes

of any type will cause poor combustion and increase the

likelihood of a grease fire, and is not recommended. Using

briquettes, lava rock, or charcoal in this grill will void your

warranty. For extra smoke flavor, we recommend using a

smoker box with wood chips.

Temperature - Convective Grills ONLY.

The temperature gauge in the hood of your new grill

measures air temperature. The air temperature inside your

grill will never be as hot as the temperature at the cooking

Note: Since 1995, all regulators (the part that attaches to

the gas tank to regulate the flow of gas) have included a

safety feature that restricts gas flow in the event of a gas

leak. You can inadvertently activate this safety feature

without having a gas leak. This typically occurs when you

turn on the gas using the grill control knob before you turn

on the LP tank valve. If the gas regulator safety feature

activates, the grill will only reach temperatures between

250°F and 300°F even with all burners on the high setting.

If your grill is not getting hotter than 250°F to 300°F

these steps should be taken first to reset the gas

regulator safety device:

1. Open the grill lid.

2. Turn off all knobs on the control panel in front.

3. Turn off the tank knob.

4. Disconnect the regulator from the LP tank.

6. Reconnect the regulator to the LP tank.

7. Slowly open the LP tank knob all the way. Do not put

excessive force on the valve at the full open position to

avoid damaging the valve.

8. Turn on the appropriate control knob and light the grill per

An illustration of this process is included in this Product

Guide. See Troubleshooting section for additional

GRILLING GUIDE – Getting Started

Pre-Heating Your Grill

Just like your home oven, your grill should be pre-heated

to provide optimum performance. Pre-heat the grill on high

for 10-15 minutes – longer if weather conditions require.

Please refer to the lighting instructions inside the Product

Guide if you have questions about how to light your grill. A

match-light chain and hole is provided for your

Outdoor grilling is really quite simple. You'll succeed with

burgers, dogs, or steaks usually on your very first try.

With experience, you will learn how to work with your grill,

creating more imaginative meals all the time. This

knowledge makes up the art of grilling. Before you start

grilling, organize your food according to cooking

technique and required cooking time, and optimize the

use of your grilling area.

Direct cooking involves grilling your meat directly over

high heat. It is perfect for searing steaks, chops, and

other smaller pieces of meat and vegetables that quickly

make their way to the table.

Indirect cooking utilizes select burners to circulate heat

throughout the grill, without direct contact between the

meat and the flame. The meat is placed over the burner

that is 'off'. This method is generally used to slow cook

large cuts of meat and poultry. A pan can be placed

underneath the meat to catch grease and food drippings,

and helps minimize clean-up.4

Metal skewers should be flat, with long handles. Round

skewers allow food to roll when turned, so it may not cook

as evenly. Use metal skewers when cooking meat

kabobs. Wooden skewers should be soaked in water for

an hour before use, and are best used for quick cooking

foods such as vegetables and fruits.

Use tongs or a spatula to handle the food instead of a

fork, and don't turn the food too

often. Piercing the food

with a fork will release

juices that you want in

For extra smoke flavor when grilling, try adding wood

chips. Soak the chips in water for approximately 30

minutes before adding to a smoke box or pan. Place

smoke box or pan on top of the cooking grate above the

flame. Turn grill on high until the wood starts to smoke.

Reduce heat to desired temperature for cooking, and

place food on cooking grate as desired. Close lid to

retain more smoke. Hardwood varieties that work

particularly well with grilled foods include Alder, Apple,

Cherry, Hickory, Mesquite, and Pecan.

USDA Recommended Safe Minimum

Internal Temperatures

(with a 3 minute rest time)

145° F Beef, Veal, Lamb, and Pork - Ground 160° F Egg Dishes 160° F Turkey,

Ground 165° F Beef, Veal, Lamb, Steak, Roasts, & Whole Pork

Cooking on your new grill is a hands-on experience, and it is

recommended to remain outside with your grill while

cooking. Grilling can be affected by many external

conditions. In cold weather, you will need more heat to

reach an ideal cooking temperature, and grilling may take

longer. The meat's internal temperature and thickness can

also affect cooking times. Cold and thicker meats will take

Internal Meat Temperatures

Meat cooked on a grill often browns very fast on the outside.

Therefore, use a meat thermometer to ensure it has

reached safe internal temperatures.

Please refer to the USDA for complete, up-to-date

information. Our internal temperature chart is based on

USDA standards for meat doneness. Check it out at

Sauces containing sugars and fats can cause flare-ups, and

your food may burn. In general, apply these sauces during

the final 10 minutes of cooking. Keep in mind, use of

excessive sauces or glazes will also require extra cleaning

To enhance the flavor of grilled foods, a liquid marinade or

dry rub can be used prior to cooking. Meat can be either

soaked or injected with liquid marinade up to 24 hours prior

to grilling. Dry rubs can be applied directly to the meat

immediately before grilling.

The Char-Broil® grill is equipped with Gear Trax™,

which allow for the easy mounting of our unique line of

Gear Trax accessories. Please visit charbroil.com for a

complete list of Gear Trax accessories. *Available on

VISIT CHARBROIL.COM FOR ALL YOUR GRILLING NEEDS!

Cooking surfaces: Ensure no loose bristles remain on

cooking surfaces prior to grilling. It is not recommended

to clean cooking surfaces while grill is hot.

• Clean cooking grates.

• Store grill in dry location.

• When LP cylinder is connected to grill, store outdoors in

a well ventilated space and out of reach of children.

• Cover grill if stored outdoors. Choose from a variety of

grill covers offered by manufacturer.

• Store grill indoors ONLY if LP cylinder is turned off,

disconnected, and removed from grill. Never store LP

• When removing grill from storage, follow the 'Cleaning

the Burner Assembly' instructions in the Use and Care

section of the Product Guide.

Spiders like to make their homes in the venturi tubes of

grills. These must be inspected and cleaned regularly to

ensure there are no blockages. Refer to the Use and

Care portion of this Product Guide for complete

We've all heard the saying 'An ounce of prevention is worth

a pound of cure'. This is great advice when it comes to

keeping your grill clean.

Periodic cleaning of this grill is necessary, as grill fires can

occur when grease and food debris collect in the bottom of

the grill. After each use, remove any remaining food

particles from the cooking grate and inside of the grill using

a grill brush. Do this after the grill has cooled down. This

grill is not designed to be 'burned off' by closing the lid and

turning the burners on High for an extended time. The

excessive heat generated can cause leftover grease to

catch fire, and can cause permanent damage to your grill.

Plastic parts: Wash with warm soapy water and wipe dry.

Do not use abrasive cleaners, degreasers or a

concentrated grill cleaner on plastic parts. Damage to and

failure of parts can result.

Porcelain surfaces: Because of glass-like composition,

most residue can be wiped away with baking soda/water

solution or glass cleaner. Use non-abrasive scouring

powder for stubborn stains.

GRILLING GUIDE – Cleaning

Painted surfaces: Wash with mild detergent or non-abrasive

cleaner and warm water. Wipe dry with a soft non-abrasive

Stainless steel surfaces: Stainless steel can rust under

certain conditions. This can be caused by environmental

conditions such as chlorine or salt water, or improper

cleaning tools such as wire or steel

wool. It can also discolor due to heat,

chemicals, or grease build-up. To

maintain your grill's high quality

appearance, wash with mild detergent

and warm water, or use a stainless

steel grill cleaner. Baked-on grease

deposits may require the use of an

abrasive plastic cleaning pad. Use only

in direction of brushed finish to avoid

damage. Do not use abrasive pad on

areas with graphics.5

LP Cylinder Removal, Transport and Storage

•Turn OFF all control knobs and LP cylinder valve. Turn

coupling nut counterclockwise by hand only - do not use

tools to disconnect. Loosen cylinder screw beneath

bottom shelf or disconnect other retention means, then lift

LP cylinder up and and out of cart. Install safety cap onto

LP cylinder valve. Always use cap and strap supplied

with valve. Failure to use safety cap as directed may

result in serious personal injury and/or property

•A disconnected LP cylinder in storage or being

transported must have a safety cap installed (as

shown). Do not store an LP cylinder in enclosed

spaces such as a carport, garage, porch, covered patio

or other building. Never leave an LP cylinder inside a

vehicle which may become overheated by the sun.

•Do not store an LP cylinder in an area where children play.

LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)

•LP gas is nontoxic, odorless and colorless when

produced. For Your Safety, LP gas has been given an

odor (similar to rotten cabbage) so that it can be smelled.

•LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly

when mixed with air.

•Use only licensed and experienced dealers.

•LP dealer must purge new cylinder before filling.

•Dealer should NEVER fill LP cylinder more than 80% of

LP cylinder volume. Volume of propane in cylinder will

vary by temperature.

•A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close

LP cylinder valve and call local LP gas dealer for

•Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas into the

atmosphere. This is a hazardous practice.

•To remove gas from LP cylinder, contact an LP dealer or

call a local fire department for assistance. Check the

telephone directory under “Gas Companies” for nearest

certified LP dealers.

•The LP cylinder used with your grill must meet

the following requirements:

•Use LP cylinders only with these required

measurements: 12" (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7

cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity maximum.

•LP cylinders must be constructed and marked in

accordance with specifications for LP cylinders of the

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or for Canada,

CAN/CSA-B339, cylinders, spheres and tubes for

transportation of dangerous goods, Transport Canada

(TC). See LP cylinder collar for marking.

•LP cylinder valve must have:

•Type 1 outlet compatible with

•Safety relief valve.

•UL listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD). This OPD

safety feature is identified by a unique triangular hand

wheel. Use only LP cylinders equipped with this

•LP cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal

and include collar to protect LP cylinder valve.

Always keep LP cylinders in upright position

during use, transit or storage.

LP cylinder in upright position for

USE AND CARE LP Cylinder Exchange

•Many retailers that sell grills offer you the option of

replacing your empty LP cylinder through an exchange

service. Use only those reputable exchange companies

that inspect, precision fill, test and certify their cylinders.

Exchange your cylinder only for an OPD safety

feature-equipped cylinder as described in the "LP Cylinder" section of this manual.

•Always keep new and exchanged LP cylinders in upright

position during use, transit or storage.

•Leak test new and exchanged LP cylinders BEFORE

connecting to grill.

•Place safety cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the

cylinder is not in use. Only install the type of safety cap

on the cylinder valve outlet that is provided with the

cylinder valve. Other types of caps or plugs may result in

LP Cylinder Leak Test

•Leak test must be repeated each time LP cylinder is

exchanged or refilled.

•Do not smoke during leak test.

•Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.

•Grill must be leak tested outdoors in a well-ventilated

area, away from ignition sources such as gas fired or

electrical appliances. During leak test, keep grill away

from open flames or sparks.

•Use a clean paintbrush and a 50/50 mild soap and water

solution. Brush soapy solution onto areas indicated by

arrows in figure below.

▲ Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage to

gas train components can result.

WARNING If “growing” bubbles appear do not use or move the LP

cylinder. Contact an LP gas supplier or your fire

Connecting Regulator to the LP Cylinder

1.LP cylinder must be properly secured onto grill. (Refer

to assembly section.)

2.Turn all control knobs to the OFF position.

3.Turn LP cylinder OFF by turning hand-wheel clockwise

4.Remove the safety cap from LP cylinder valve. Always

use cap and strap supplied with valve.

O Do not use a POL transport

plug (plastic part with

external threads)! It will

defeat the safety feature of

5.Hold regulator and insert nipple into

LP cylinder valve. Hand-tighten the

coupling nut, holding regulator in a

straight line with LP cylinder valve

so as not to cross-thread the

Nipple has to be centered

into the LP cylinder valve.

6.Turn the coupling nut clockwise and tighten to a full stop.

The regulator will seal on the back-check feature in the

LP cylinder valve, resulting in some resistance. An

additional one-half to three-quarters turn is required

to complete the connection. Tighten by hand only –

If you cannot complete the connection, disconnect

regulator and repeat steps 5 and 6. If you are still unable

to complete the connection, do not use this regulator!

• Do not insert any tool or foreign object into the valve

outlet or safety relief valve. You may damage the

valve and cause a leak. Leaking propane may result

in explosion, fire, severe personal injury, or death.

WARNING For Safe Use of Your Grill and to Avoid

• Do not let children operate or play near grill.

• Keep grill area clear and free from materials that burn.

• Do not block holes in sides or back of grill.

• Check burner flames regularly.

• Do not use charcoal or ceramic briquets in a gas grill.

• Use grill only in well-ventilated space. NEVER use in

enclosed space such as carport, garage, porch,

covered patio, or under an overhead structure of any

• Do not cover grates with aluminum foil or any other

material. This will block burner ventilation and

create a potentially dangerous condition resulting

in property damage and/or personal injury.

• Use grill at least 3 ft. from any wall or surface.

Maintain 10 ft. clearance to objects that can catch

fire or sources of ignition such as pilot lights on water

heaters, live electrical appliances, etc.

• Apartment Dwellers:

Check with management to learn the requirements

and fire codes for using an LP gas grill in your

apartment complex. If allowed, use outside on the

ground floor with a three (3) foot clearance from

walls or rails. Do not use on or under balconies.

• NEVER attempt to light burner with lid

closed. A buildup of non-ignited gas

inside a closed grill is hazardous.

• Never operate grill with LP cylinder out of

correct position specified in assembly

coupling nut before moving LP cylinder from

specified operation position.

• If you notice grease or other hot material dripping from

grill onto valve, hose or regulator, turn off gas supply

at once. Determine the cause, correct it, then clean

and inspect valve, hose and regulator before

continuing. Perform a leak test.

• Keep ventilation openings in cylinder enclosure (grill

cart) free and clear of debris.

• Do not store objects or materials inside the grill cart

enclosure that would block the flow of combustion air

to the underside of either the control panel or the

• The regulator may make a humming or whistling noise

during operation. This will not affect safety or use of

• If you have a grill problem see the "Troubleshooting”

• If the regulator frosts, turn off grill and LP cylinder

valve immediately. This indicates a problem with the

cylinder and it should not be used on any product.

• Do not lean over grill while lighting.

5. Push in and turn burner knob to the HIGH position.

Be sure burner lights and stays lit.

6. Light adjacent burners in sequence by pushing knobs in

and turning to the HIGH position.

If ignition does NOT occur in 5 seconds, turn the

burner controls OFF, wait 5 minutes and repeat

the lighting procedure. If the burner does not ignite

with the valve open, gas will continue to flow out of

the burner and could accidently ignite with risk of

Turn controls and gas source or tank OFF

4. Place match into match holder (hanging from side panel

of grill). Light match; then light burner by placing match

through the match light hole on side of grill.

8. For grills equipped with ELECTRONIC IGNITION at

Repeat steps 4 through 6 to light each burner.

9. Once each burner has ignited, turn knobs to desired

• Do not lean over grill while lighting.

1. Turn OFF gas burner control valves.

2. Turn ON gas at LP cylinder.

3. Open lid during lighting.

4. To ignite, push and turn IGNITION BURNER knob to

5. Immediately, push and hold ELECTRONIC IGNITION

button until the burner lights.

6. If ignition does NOT occur in 5 seconds, turn the burner

controls OFF, wait 5 minutes and repeat the lighting

procedure. If ignitor does not work, follow match lighting

7. To ignite remaining burners, turn knob to the HIGH

position starting with the burners closest to IGNITION BURNER first.

CAUTION WARNING 3 ft. 3 ft.

1. Turn OFF gas burner control valves.

2. Turn ON gas at LP cylinder.

3. Open lid during lighting.

Leak Testing Valves, Hose and Regulator

1.Turn all grill control knobs to OFF.

2.Be sure regulator is tightly connected to LP cylinder.

3.Completely open LP cylinder valve by turning hand

wheel counterclockwise. If you hear a rushing sound,

turn gas off immediately. There is a major leak at the

connection. Correct before proceeding.

4.Brush soapy solution onto areas circled below, or other

similar fittings on your grill.

5.If “growing” bubbles appear, there is a leak. Close

LP cylinder valve immediately and retighten

connections. If leaks cannot be stopped do not try

to repair. Call for replacement parts.

6.Always close LP cylinder valve after performing leak

test by turning hand wheel clockwise.

shelf fascia and other

• Outdoor gas appliance is not intended to be installed

• Outdoor gas appliance is not intended to be installed

• Never attempt to attach this grill to the self-contained

LP gas system of a camper trailer or motor home.

• Before opening LP cylinder valve, check the coupling

• When grill is not in use, turn off all control knobs and LP

• Never move grill while in operation or still hot.

• Some surfaces will be hot during use. Use long-

handled barbecue utensils and oven mitts to avoid

burns and splatters.

• Maximum load for sideburner and side shelf is 10 lbs.

• The grease tray or cup must be installed during use

and emptied after each use. Do not remove grease tray

or cup until grill has completely cooled.

• Clean grill often, preferably after each cookout. If a

bristle brush is used to clean any of the grill cooking

surfaces, ensure no loose bristles remain on cooking

surfaces prior to grilling. It is not recommended to clean

cooking surfaces while grill is hot.

• Do not use grill until leak-tested.

• If a leak is detected at any time, STOP!

• If you cannot stop a gas leak by closing the LP cylinder

valve leave area and call your fire department!

• Remove cooking grates and heat tents. Light burners,

rotate knobs from HIGH to LOW. You should see a

smaller flame in LOW position than seen on HIGH.

Perform burner flame check on side burner, also. Always

check flame prior to each use. If only low flame is seen

refer to "Sudden drop or low flame" in the

Troubleshooting Section.

HIGH LOW Turning Grill Off

• Turn all knobs to the OFF position. Turn LP cylinder

OFF by turning hand-wheel clockwise to a full stop.

• Turn gas off at LP cylinder. Press and hold

electronic ignitor button. "Click" should be heard and

spark seen each time in each collector box or

between burner and electrode. See "Troubleshooting"

if no click or spark.

• Important: Make sure gas is off at LP cylinder

before checking valves. Knobs lock in OFF position.

To check valves, first push in knobs and release, knobs

should spring back. If knobs do not spring back,

replace valve assembly before using grill. Turn knobs

to LOW position then turn back to OFF position. Valves

should turn smoothly.

• Before each use, check to see if hoses are cut or worn

or kinked. Replace damaged hoses before using grill.

Use only valve/hose/regulator specified by

General Grill Cleaning

• Do not mistake brown or black accumulation of grease

and smoke for paint. Interiors of gas grills are not

painted at the factory (and should never be painted).

Apply a strong solution of detergent and water or use a

grill cleaner with scrub brush on insides of grill lid and

bottom. Rinse and allow to completely air dry. Do not

apply a caustic grill/oven cleaner to painted

• Plastic parts: Wash with warm soapy water and wipe dry.

• Do not use citrisol, abrasive cleaners, degreasers or a

concentrated grill cleaner on plastic parts. Damage to

and failure of parts can result.

• Porcelain surfaces: Because of glass-like composition,

most residue can be wiped away with baking

soda/water solution or specially formulated cleaner. Use

nonabrasive scouring powder for stubborn stains.

• Painted surfaces: Wash with mild detergent or

nonabrasive cleaner and warm soapy water. Wipe dry

with a soft nonabrasive cloth.

• Stainless steel surfaces: To maintain your grill’s high

quality appearance, wash with mild detergent and

warm soapy water and wipe dry with a soft cloth after

each use. Baked-on grease deposits may require the

use of an abrasive plastic cleaning pad. Use only in

direction of brushed finish to avoid damage. Do not

use abrasive pad on areas with graphics.

• Cooking surfaces: If a bristle brush is used to clean

any of the grill cooking surfaces, ensure no loose

bristles remain on cooking surfaces prior to grilling. It is

NOT recommended to clean cooking surfaces while

CAUTION INSIDE BURNER SPIDER AND WEBS If your grill is getting hard to light or the flame is weak,

check and clean the venturis and burners.

Spiders or small insects are known to create

“flashback” problems by building nests and laying

eggs in the barbeque’s venturi or burner, obstructing

the flow of gas. The back-up gas can ignite behind

the control panel. This flashback can damage your

barbeque and cause injury. To prevent flashbacks

and ensure good performance the burner and venturi

tube assembly should be removed and cleaned when

ever the barbeque has been idle for an extended

Sideburner Ignitor Lighting

• Do not lean over grill while lighting.

4. Turn sideburner knob to the HIGH position, push

and hold ELECTRONIC IGNITOR button.

5. If sideburner does NOT light within 5 seconds, turn

knob to OFF, wait 5 minutes, then repeat lighting

Sideburner Match Lighting

4. Place lit match near burner.

5. Turn sideburner knob to the HIGH position. Be sure

burner lights and stays lit.

NOTE: Your grill may NOT be equipped with a

Cleaning the Burner Assembly

Follow these instructions to clean and/or replace parts of

burner assembly or if you have trouble igniting grill.

1. Turn gas OFF at control knobs and LP cylinder.

2. Remove cooking grates and heat tents.

3. Remove carryover tubes and hardware securing burners.

4. Detach electrode from burner.

NOTE: Removal/Detachment method will depend on

the burner configuration. See different configurations

in illustrations below.

5. Carefully lift each burner up and away from valve

We suggest three ways to clean the burner tubes.

Use the one easiest for you.

(A) Bend a stiff wire (a light weight coat hanger works

well) into a small hook. Run the hook through each

burner tube several times.

(B) Use a narrow bottle brush with a flexible handle (do

not use a brass wire brush). Run the brush through

each burner tube several times.

(C) Wear eye protection: Use an air hose to force air into

the burner tube and out the burner ports. Check each

port to make sure air comes out each hole.

6. Wire brush entire outer surface of burner to remove

food residue and dirt.

7. Clean any blocked ports with a stiff wire such as an

8.Check burner for damage due to normal wear and

corrosion, some holes may become enlarged. If any

large cracks or holes are found, replace burner.

VERY IMPORTANT: Burner tubes must reengage

valve openings. See illustrations at right.

9. Attach electrode to burner.

10. Carefully replace burners.

11. Attach burners to brackets on firebox.

12. Reposition carryover tubes and attach to burners.

Replace heat tents and cooking grates.

Correct burner-to-valve

• Clean cooking grates.

• Store in dry location.

• When LP cylinder is connected to grill, store outdoors

in a well-ventilated space and out of reach of

• Cover grill if stored outdoors. Choose from a variety of

grill covers offered by manufacturers.

• Store grill indoors ONLY if LP cylinder is turned off and

disconnected, removed from grill and stored outdoors.

• When removing grill from storage, follow “Cleaning the

Burner Assembly” instructions before starting grill.

Electrode Pry off electrode with a flate blade screwdriverElectrode Firebox Carryover tube Carryover tube Firebox Burner SupportRemove screws Firebox Firebox Burner Support 1. Turn OFF gas burner control valves.

2. Turn ON gas at LP cylinder.

3. Open sideburner lid.

1. Turn OFF gas burner control valves.

2. Turn ON gas at LP cylinder.

• Do not lean over grill while lighting.

13. Before cooking again on grill, perform a “Leak Test” and

“Burner Flame Check”.8

LIMITED WARRANTY This warranty only applies to units purchased from an authorized retailer. Manufacturer warrants to the original consumer-purchaser only that this

product shall be free from defects in workmanship and materials after correct assembly and under normal and reasonable home use for the periods

indicated below beginning on the date of purchase*. The manufacturer reserves the right to require that defective parts be returned, postage and or

freight pre-paid by the consumer for review and examination.

*Note: A dated sales receipt WILL be required for warranty service.

The original consumer-purchaser will be responsible for all shipping charges for parts replaced under the terms of this limited warranty.

This limited warranty is applicable in the United States and Canada only, is only available to the original owner of the product and is not transferable.

Manufacturer requires proof of your date of purchase. Therefore, you should retain your sales slip or invoice. Registering your product is not a

substitute for proof of purchase and the manufacturer is not responsible for or required to retain proof of purchase records.

This limited warranty applies to the functionality of the product ONLY and does not cover cosmetic issues such as scratches, dents, corrosions or

discoloring by heat, abrasive and chemical cleaners or any tools used in the assembly or installation of the appliance, surface rust, or the

discoloration of stainless steel surfaces. Paint is not warranted and will require touch up. RUST is not considered a manufacturing or materials defect.

This limited warranty will not reimburse you for the cost of any inconvenience, food, personal injury or property damage.

ITEMS MANUFACTURER WILL NOT PAY FOR:

1. Shipping cost, standard or expedited, for warranty and replacement parts

2. Service calls to your home.

3. Repairs when your product is used for other than normal, single-family household or residential use.

acts of God, improper installation or maintenance, installation not in accordance with electrical or plumbing codes, or use

of products not approved by the manufacturer.

5. Any food loss due to product failures or operating difficulties.

6. Replacement parts or repair labor costs for units operated outside the United States or Canada.

7. Pickup and delivery of your product.

8. Repairs to parts or systems resulting from unauthorized modifications made to the product.

9. The removal and/or reinstallation of your product.

DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES and LIMITATION OF REMEDIES Repair or replacement of defective parts is your exclusive remedy under the terms of this limited warranty. In the event of parts availability issues,

Manufacturer will not be responsible for any consequential or incidental damages arising from the breach of either this limited warranty or any

applicable implied warranty, or for failure or damage resulting from acts of God, improper care and maintenance, grease fire, accident, alteration,

replacement of parts by anyone other than Manufacturer, misuse, transportation, commercial use, abuse, hostile environments (inclement weather,

acts of nature, animal tampering), improper installation or installation not in accordance with local codes or printed manufacturer instructions.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE EXPRESS WARRANTY GIVEN BY THE MANUFACTURER. NO PRODUCT PERFORMANCE SPECIFICATION OR DESCRIPTION WHEREVER APPEARING IS WARRANTED BY MANUFACTURER EXCEPT TO THE EXTENT SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY PROTECTION ARISING UNDER THE LAWS OF ANY STATE,

INCLUDING IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE OR USE, IS HEREBY LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE DURATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY.

Neither dealers nor the retail establishment selling this product has any authority to make any additional warranties or to promise remedies

in addition to or inconsistent with those stated above. Manufacturer's maximum liability, in any event, shall not exceed the purchase price of the

product paid by the original consumer.

NOTE: Some states do not allow an exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so some of the above limitations or exclusions

may not apply to you. This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights as set foth herein. You may also have other rights which vary from state

to state. In the state of California only, if refinishing or replacement of the product is not commercially practicable, the retailer selling this product or

the Manufacturer will refund the purchase price paid for the product, less the amount directly attributable to use by the original consumer-purchaser

prior to discovery of the nonconformity. In addition, in the state of California only, you may take the product to the retail establishment selling this

product in order to obtain performance under this limited warranty.

If you wish to obtain performance of any obligation under this limited warranty, you should

Columbus, GA 31902-1240

Consumer returns will not be accepted unless a valid Return Authorization is first acquired. Authorized returns are clearly marked on the outside of

the package with an RA number and the package is shipped freight/postage pre-paid. Consumer returns that do not meet these standards will be

4. Damage, failures, or operating difficulties resulting from accident, alteration, careless handling, misuse, abuse, fire, flood,

the manufacturer reserves the right to substitute like or similar parts that are equally functional.

SCOPE OF COVERAGE PERIOD OF COVERAGE TYPE OF FAILURE COVERAGE PERFORATION, MANUFACTURING,

AND MATERIAL DEFECTS ONLY Stainless Burner

2 years from date of purchase*

1 year from date of purchase*

5 years from date of purchase*9

TABLE DES MATIÈRES DANGER Symboles de sécurité Vous trouverez ci-dessous une explication du sens de chaque symbole. Lisez et respectez toutes les consignes qui apparaissent partout dans ce guide. DANGER : indique des conditions qui représentent un danger imminent; à défaut de prendre les mesures correctives appropriées, la mort ou de graves blessures s'ensuivront. AVERTISSEMENT AVERTISSEMENT : indique des conditions qui représentent un risque d'accident; à défaut de prendre les mesures correctives appropriées, la mort ou de graves blessures s'ensuivront. ATTENTION ATTENTION : indique une situation potentiellement dangereuse ou une pratique à risque qui, si elle n'est pas évitée, pourrait entraîner des blessures mineures ou modérément graves. S’il y a une odeur de gaz : 1. Coupez l'admission de gaz de l'appareil.2. Éteindre toute flamme nue.3. Ouvrir le couvercle.4. Si l'odeur persiste, éloignez-vous de l’appareil et appelez immédiatement le fournisseur de gaz ou le service d'incendie.Lire et respecter toutes les consignes de sécurité, les instructions d'assemblage et les directives d'emploi et d'entretien avant d'essayer d'assembler cet appareil ou de l'utiliser pour la cuisson. INSTALLEUR / ASSEMBLEUR :

5 Año de fecha de compra *23

NOTE: Some grill parts shown in the assembly steps may differ slightly in appearance from

those on your particular grill model. However, the method of assembly remains the same.

PARTS LIST Key Qty Description

Stainless Steel Screw

EMERGENCIES: If a gas leak cannot be stopped, or a fire occurs due to gas leakage, call the fire department.

cracked/cut/burned hose.

Gas leaking from LP cylinder.

Gas leaking between LP

cylinder and regulator

Fire coming through control

Grease fire or continuous

excessive flames above

Burner(s) will not light

(See Electronic Ignition

Troubleshooting also)

Continued on next page.

• Mechanical failure due to rusting or mishandling.

• Failure of cylinder valve from mishandling or

• Improper installation, connection not tight, and/or

failure of rubber seal.

• Fire in burner tube section of burner due to blockage.

• Too much grease buildup in burner area.

• Trying to light wrong burner.

• Burner not engaged with control valve.

• Obstruction in burner.

• Vapor lock at coupling nut to LP cylinder.

• Coupling nut and LP cylinder valve not fully

• Electrode cracked or broken; “sparks at crack.”

• Electrode tip not in proper position.

(Does not apply to SUREFIRE.)

• Wire and/or electrode covered with cooking residue.

• Wires are loose or disconnected.

• Wires are shorting (sparking) between ignitor and

• Replace LP cylinder.

• Turn off LP cylinder valve. Return LP cylinder to gas supplier.

• Turn off LP cylinder valve. Remove regulator from cylinder and visually inspect rubber

seal for damage. See LP Cylinder Leak Test and Connecting Regulator to the LP Cylinder.

• Turn off control knobs and LP cylinder valve. Leave lid open to allow flames to die

down. After fire is out and grill is cold, remove burner and inspect for spider nests or

rust. See Natural Hazard and Cleaning the Burner Assembly pages.

• Turn off control knobs and LP cylinder valve. Leave lid open to allow flames to die

down. After cooling, clean food particles and excess grease from inside firebox area,

grease tray, and other surfaces.

• See instructions on control panel and in Use and Care section.

• Make sure valves are positioned inside of burner tubes.

• Ensure burner tubes are not obstructed with spider webs or other matter. See

cleaning section of Use and Care.

• Make sure LP cylinder is not empty. If LP cylinder is not empty, refer to

“Sudden drop in gas flow.”

• Turn off knobs and disconnect coupling nut from LP cylinder. Reconnect and retry.

• Turn the coupling nut approximately one-half to three-quarters additional turn until

solid stop. Tighten by hand only - do not use tools.

• Replace electrode(s).

• Tip of electrode should be pointing toward gas port opening on burner. The

distance should be 1/8” to 1/4”. Adjust if necessary.

• Tip of electrode should be pointing toward gas port opening on burner. the

distance should be 1/8” to 3/16”. Adjust if necessary.

• Clean wire and/or electrode with rubbing alcohol and clean swab.

• Reconnect wires or replace electrode/wire assembly.

• Replace ignitor wire/electrode assembly.

• Replace with a new alkaline battery.

Burner(s) will not match light.

ELECTRONIC IGNITION:

• No spark, no ignition noise.

• No spark, some ignition noise.

• Sparks, but not at electrode or at full strength.

• See “GAS ISSUES:” .

• Match will not reach.

• Improper method of match-lighting.

• See Section I of Electronic Ignition System.

• Use long-stem match (fireplace match).

• See “Match-Lighting” section of Use and Care.

•Turn off gas at LP cylinder or at source on natural gas systems. Discontinue use of

product and replace valve/hose/regulator. Once valve/hose/regulator replaced

conduct complete leak check per manual.38

Troubleshooting (continued)

Sudden drop in gas flow or

Persistent grease fire.

One burner does not light

from other burner(s).

• Excess flow valve tripped.

• Vapor lock at coupling nut/LP cylinder connection.

• High or gusting winds.

• Excess flow valve tripped.

• Excessive fat in meat.

• Excessive cooking temperature.

• Grease trapped by food buildup around

• Burner and/or burner tubes are blocked.

• Grease buildup or food particles in end(s) of

• Check for gas in LP cylinder.

• Turn off knobs, wait 30 seconds and light grill. If flames are still low, turn off knobs

and LP cylinder valve. Disconnect regulator. Reconnect regulator and leak-test. Turn

on LP cylinder valve, wait 30 seconds and then light grill.

• Turn off knobs and LP cylinder valve. Disconnect coupling nut from cylinder.

Reconnect and retry.

• Turn front of grill to face wind or increase flame height.

• Refill LP cylinder.

• Refer to “Sudden drop in gas flow” above.

• Clean burners and inside of grill/firebox.

• Trim fat from meat before grilling.

• Adjust (lower) temperature accordingly.

• Turn knobs to OFF. Turn gas off at LP cylinder. Leave lid in position and let fire

burn out. After grill cools, remove and clean all parts.

• Turn knobs to OFF. Clean burner and/or burner tubes. See burner cleaning

section of Use and Care.

• Clean carry-over tube(s) with wire brush.

Troubleshooting - Electronic Ignition

SECTION I No sparks appear at any

electrodes when Electronic

Ignition Button is pressed;

no noise can be heard from

SECTION II SECTION III Sparks are present but not at

all electrodes and/or not at

• Battery not installed properly.

• Output lead connections not

• Output lead connections not

• Arcing to grill away from

• Electrodes are wet.

• Check battery orientation.

• Has battery been used previously?

• Check to insure threads are properly

engaged. Button should travel up and

down without binding.

• If no sparks are generated with new

battery and good wire connections,

• Are output connections on and tight?

• Are output connections on and tight?

• If possible, observe grill in dark

location. Operate ignition system and

look for arcing between output wires

• All sparks present but weak or at

• Has moisture accumulated on electrode

and/or in burner ports?

• Inspect electrodes for cracks.

• Install battery (make sure that “+” and “–” connectors are

oriented correctly, with “+” on cap end.)

• Replace battery with new alkaline battery.

• Unscrew button cap assembly and reinstall, making sure

threads are aligned and engaged fully.

• Replace spark module assembly.

• Remove and reconnect all output connections at module and

• Remove and reconnect all output connections at module and

• If sparks are observed other than from burner(s), wire insulation

may be damaged. Replace wires.

• Replace battery with a new alkaline battery.

• Use paper towel to remove moisture.

• Replace cracked or broken electrodes.

No sparks appear at any

electrodes when Electronic

Ignition Button is pressed;

noise can be heard from spark

URGENCES : si une fuite de gaz ne peut pas être arrêtée, ou si un incendie se propage en raison d'une fuite de gaz, appelez le service d'incendie.

Cause possible Prévention/Solution

•Prévention/Solution