Performance 463711223 - Barbecue CHAR-BROIL - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL Performance 463711223 CHAR-BROIL

• This griddle is designed for use with LP gas only.

• See rating Label on grill for serial number.

SAFETY SYMBOLS The symbols and boxes shown below explain what each heading means. Read and follow all of the messages found throughout the manual. CAUTION WARNING WARNING DANGER DANGER CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or unsafe prac- tice which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

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.

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury. If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance

4. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and imme-

• diately call your gas supplier or your fire department. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire, explosion or burn hazard, which could cause property damage, personal injury or death. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION For Your Safety p. 2
• -3 Use and Care p. 4
• -8 Limited Warranty p. 9
• Parts Diagram p. 26
• Parts List p. 27
• Hardware List p. 30
• Assembly p. 31
• -35 Troubleshooting p. 36
• -37 Registration Card 10/24/23 INSTALLER/ASSEMBLER: Leave this manual with consumer. WARNING DANGER p. 43

• This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance.

• Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance.

• Follow all warnings and instructions when using the appliance.

• Keep this manual for future reference.

• Never operate this appliance unattended.

• Never operate this appliance within 10ft (3m) of any structure, combustible material or other gas cylinder.

• Never operate this appliance within 25 ft (7.5 m) of any flammable liquid.

• If a fire should occur, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your fire department. Do not attempt to extinguish an oil or grease fire with water. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire, explosion or burn hazard, which could cause property damage, personal injury or death.CHARBROIL.COMPage 3 FOR YOUR SAFETY - INSTALLING YOUR GRILL CAUTION DANGER For residential use only. Do not use for commercial cooking. Read and follow all safety statements, assembly instructions, and use and care directions before attempting to assemble and cook. Some parts may contain sharp edges. Wear protective gloves if necessary. Grease Fires

• Putting out grease fires by closing the lid is not possible. Grills are well ventilated for safety reasons.

• Do not use water on a grease fire. Personal injury may result. If a grease fire develops, turn knobs and LP tank off.

• 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.

• The best way to prevent grease fires is regular cleaning of the grill following instructions on General Grill Cleaning and Cleaning The Burner Assembly. Using pots larger than 2 quarts in capacity could exceed weight limit of the side burner shelf or side shelf, resulting in failure of grill cart components. If during operation the flames go out (You smell gas or cannot see the flame)

1. Turn the burner controls OFF

3. Wait 5 minutes and repeat the lighting procedure.

If the burner goes out, gas will continue to flow out of the burner and could accidently ignite with risk of injury.

• NEVER store a spare LP cylinder under or near the appliance or in an enclosed area.

• Never fill a cylinder beyond 80% full.

• 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.

• If you see, smell or hear gas escaping, immediately get away from the LP cylinder/appliance and call your fire department. WARNING

• The use of alcohol, prescription or non- prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate the appliance.

• When cooking with oil or grease, have a type BC or ABC fire extinguisher readily available.

• In the event of an oil or grease fire do not attempt to extinguish with water. Immediately call the fire department. A type BC or ABC fire extinguisher may, in some circumstances contain the fire.

• In the event of rain, snow, hail, sleet, or other forms of precipitation while cooking with oil or grease, cover the cooking vessel immediately and turn off the appliance burners and gas supply. Do not attempt to move the appliance or cooking vessel.

• Do not move the appliance when in use. Allow the cooking vessel to cool to 115°F (45°C) before moving or storing.

• The cylinder should be disconnected when the appliance is not in use. Only cylinders marked “propane” shall be used. Failure to follow all manufacturer’s instructions could result in serious personal injury and/or property damage. 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 manufacturer. This product can expose you to chemicals including Lead, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.CHARBROIL.COMPage 4

• 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. Propane Cylinder Use (1lb. Disposable)

• Use only cylinder marked “Propane Fuel”.

• Cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods.

• Save cylinder cap and reinstall when not in use.

• Cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal. Gas cylinder must be upright in use. Propane Gas Cylinders

• Your grill is designed to operate with one 16.4 oz. disposable cylinder (DOT 39 Cylinder). Do not attempt to refill any 16.4 oz. disposable fuel cylinders.

• The cylinder must be installed, transported and stored in an upright position and should not be dropped or handled roughly.

• When the appliance is to be stored indoors, the propane gas cylinder must be disconnected from the appliance.

• When the propane gas cylinder is not disconnected from the appliance, the appliance and cylinder must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated space.

• The cylinder should never be transported or stored where temperature can reach 125 °F (51 °C).

• Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children.

• A disconnected LP cylinder in storage or being transported must have a safety cap installed. Failure to use safety cap as directed may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.

• Do not store an LP cylinder in enclosed spaces such as a carport, garage, porch, covered patio or other building. 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. Propane Cylinder Installation/Removal Propane Cylinder Installation:

1. Remove cap from end of Propane cylinder (sold separately).

2. Cap should be kept on cylinder when not in use to prevent dirt and debris from

entering Regulator/Valve.

3. Check end of cylinder attachment for dirt and debris. Clean out if necessary.

4. Insert threaded end of Propane Cylinder into

Regulator/Valve and hand-tighten turning cylinder clockwise as shown below. DO NOT USE TOOLS! Over tightening can damage threads on Regulator/ Valve.

5. Perform a leak test.

Propane Cylinder Removal:

1. Turn regulator OFF.

2. Allow Grill to cool.

3. Remove the propane cylinder by turning counter-

clockwise until disengaged from the Regulator/Valve.

4. Install cap on cylinder. Cap should be kept on cylinder when not in use to prevent

dirt and debris from entering Regulator/Valve. Leak Testing (1lb. Disposable)

• During leak test, keep grill away from open flames or sparks and do not smoke. Grill must be leak tested out doors in a well ventilated area.

• Leak test must be repeated each time gas cylinder is replaced or after storage. Materials needed include clean paint brush and 50/50 soap and water solution. Use mild soap and water. Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage to components can result.

1. Be sure control knob on regulator is in “OFF” position.

2. Brush soapy solution onto connection between gas cylinder and regulator at (A).

If growing bubbles appear, there is a leak. Retighten connection and repeat steps 1 and 2. If you can not stop a leak, remove gas cylinder from regulator and check for damaged threads, dirt and debris on regulator and gas cylinder. Also check to see if anything is obstructing flow of gas at regulator and gas cylinder openings. Remove any obstruction that may be found and repeat leak test. If threads are damaged on either regulator or gas cylinder, replace. Order new parts by giving the serial, model number and name of items needed to the Grill Service Center at 1-800-232-3398. ACHARBROIL.COMPage 5

WARNING For Safe Use of Your Grill and to Avoid Serious Injury:

• 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.

• 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 kind.

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

• 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.

• NEVER attempt to light or re-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 instructions.

• Always close LP cylinder valve and remove coupling nut before moving LP cylinder from specified operation position.

• 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. 3 ft. 3 ft. Safety Tips

• Before opening LP cylinder valve, check the coupling nut for tightness.

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

• 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.

• 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 firebox bowl.

• The regulator may make a humming or whistling noise during operation. This will not affect safety or use of grill.

• If you have a grill problem see the “Troubleshooting” Section.

• 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. Return to supplier!CHARBROIL.COMPage 6

• Putting out grease fires by closing the lid is not possible. Grills are well ventilated for safety reasons.

• Do not use water on a grease fire. Personal injury may result. If a grease fire develops, turn knobs and LP cylinder off.

• Do not leave grill unattended while preheating or burning off food residue on HI. If grill has not been regularly cleaned, a grease fire can occur that may damage the product.

• Operate the griddle with lid closed for 10 minutes max! CAUTION WARNING Turn controls and gas source or tank OFF when not in use. Ignitor Lighting

• Do not lean over grill while lighting.

1. Open lid during lighting or re-lighting.

2. To ignite, push and turn burner knob control knob slowly (2 to 3 seconds) to .

You should hear the ignitor click.

3. If ignition does NOT occur in 5 seconds, turn the burner control to , wait 5

minutes and repeat lighting procedure.

4. If ignitor does not work, follow match lighting instructions.

• Do not lean over grill while lighting.

1. Open lid during lighting.

2. Place match into match holder (hanging from side of grill). Light match; then

light burner by placing match with match holder through the gap under griddle. Push and turn burner knob control knob slowly (2 to 3 seconds) to . Be sure burner lights and stays lit. 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 injury. CAUTION Burner Flame Check

• Remove griddle. 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. Turning Grill Off

• Turn all knobs to the off position. Valve Check

• Important: 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. Storing Your Grill

• Allow grill to cool completely.

• Remove Propane cylinder and install protective cap over outlet threads.

• Store in dry location.

• Cover grill if stored outdoors. Choose from a variety of grill covers offered by Char-Broil at charbroil.com.

• When removing grill from storage, follow “Cleaning the Burner Assembly” instructions before starting grill. LOW HIGHCHARBROIL.COMPage 7

General Grill Cleaning

• 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 grill is hot. SPIDER ALERT! 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 grill’s venturi or burner, obstructing the flow of gas. The back-up gas can ignite behind the control panel. This flashback can damage your grill and cause injury. To prevent flashbacks and ensure good performance the burner and venturi tube assembly should be removed and cleaned when ever the grill has been idle for an extended period of time.

• Before using your griddle, wash it thoroughly with a mild dishwashing liquid to remove the protective coating applied for shipping. Rinse with hot water and dry completely with a soft cloth or paper towel. NEVER ALLOW TO DRAIN DRY. Now season the griddle to prevent rust and sticking.

• A cooking oil with a high smoke point (such as avocado, olive, or canola oil) is recommended for the initial seasoning. Spread a thin coating of oil over the entire surface, including walls and corners, with a paper towel. Turn on the griddle and allow to heat on high for 20-30 minutes with the lid closed. Turn off the burners and allow the griddle to cool. Your griddle should have a smooth, glossy black surface. Your griddle is now ready to use.

• Re-season your griddle frequently, particularly when new. If rust occurs, it is an indication that the griddle has not been seasoned enough or the seasoning has been burned off. Scour the rust spot with a heavy brush or steel wool. Reapply a coating of your cooking oil, and season the griddle again.

• Do not do a burn-off after you grill. For any excess food particles and oil, wipe/brush towards the grease drain. Leaving some oil on the griddle surface is okay, and will help to provide a protective coating on the griddle. The more you use your griddle, the easier maintenance will be. For the least amount of maintenance, store your unit in a dry place. If you store your griddle for an extended period of time, apply a thin coating of cooking oil to your griddle, and wipe dry with a paper towel.CHARBROIL.COMPage 8

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 griddle (Figure A).

3. Remove hardware securing burners (Figure B).

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 openings.

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 open paper clip.

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.

9. Attach electrode to burner.

10. Carefully replace burners.

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

VERY IMPORTANT: Burner tubes must reengage valve openings. See illustrations at right. Correct burner-to-valve engagement Firebox FIGURE B FIGURE A Electrode Pry off electrode with a flat blade screwdriverCHARBROIL.COMPage 9 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 manu- facturer 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.

4. Damage, failures, or operating difficulties resulting from accident, alteration, careless handling, misuse, abuse, fire, flood, 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, the manufacturer reserves the right to substitute like or similar parts that are equally functional. 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 WHEREV- ER 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 re- placement 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 write to: Consumer Relations P. O. Box 1240 Columbus, GA 31904-1240 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 refused. SCOPE OF COVERAGE PERIOD OF COVERAGE TYPE OF FAILURE COVERAGE All Parts 2 year from date of purchase* PERFORATION, MANUFACTURING, AND MATERIAL DEFECTS ONLYCHARBROIL.COMPage 10

#3 1 #2 5 #2 6 #2 4 #2 1 #2 2 #2 3 #2 8 #2 9 #1 0 #1 1 #1 6

3 1 HANDLE, F/ TOP LID

31 1 LEG BUSHING (Set of 2)

NOTE: The 1 lb propane cylinder is sold separately.REMARQUE : La bouteille de propane de 1 lb est vendue séparément.NOTA: El cilindro de propano de 1 lb se vende por separado.CHARBROIL.COMPage 36 EMERGENCIES: If a gas leak cannot be stopped, or a fire occurs due to gas leakage, call the fire department. Troubleshooting Emergencies Possible Cause Prevention/Solution Gas leaking from cracked/cut/ burned hose. Gas leaking from LP cylinder. Gas leaking from LP cylinder valve. Gas leaking between LP cylinder and regulator connection. Fire coming through control panel. Grease fire or continuous excessive flames above cooking surface.

• Mechanical failure due to rusting or mishandling.

• Failure of cylinder valve from mishandling or mechanical failure.

• Improper installation, connection not tight, and/or failure of rubber seal in clyinder valve.

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

• Too much grease buildup in burner area.

• 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.

• 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 in cylinder valve for damage. If damage or cannot correct leak replace cylinder. 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. Problem Possible Cause Prevention/Solution Burner(s) will not light using ignitor. (See Electronic Ignition Trouble- shooting also) Continued on next page. GAS ISSUES:

• Trying to light wrong burner.

• Burner not engaged with control valve.

• Obstruction in burner.

• Coupling nut and LP cylinder valve not fully connected. ELECTRICAL ISSUES:

• 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 electrode.

• Dead battery. ELECTRONIC IGNITION:

• No spark, no ignition noise.

• No spark, some ignition noise.

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

• 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 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). Main Burners:

• Tip of electrode should be pointing toward gas port opening on burner. The distance should be 1/8” to 1/4”. Adjust if necessary. Sideburner:

• 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.

• See Section I of Electronic Ignition System.

• See Section II of Electronic Ignition System.

• See Section III of Electronic Ignition System. Burner(s) will not match light. • See “GAS ISSUES:”.

• Match will not reach.

• Improper method of match-lighting.

• Use long-stem match (fireplace match).

• See “Match-Lighting” section of Use and Care.CHARBROIL.COMPage 37 Troubleshooting (continued) Troubleshooting - Electronic Ignition Problem Possible Cause Prevention/Solution Sudden drop in gas flow or low flame.

• Excess flow valve tripped.

• Vapor lock at coupling nut/LP cylinder connection.

• 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. Flames blow out. • High or gusting winds.

• Excess flow valve tripped.

• Turn front of grill to face wind or increase flame height by turning gas valve to a higher postion.

• Refer to “Sudden drop in gas flow” above. Flare-up. • Grease buildup.

• Excessive fat in meat.

• Excessive cooking temperature.

• Clean burners and inside of grill/firebox.

• Trim fat from meat before grilling.

• Adjust (lower) temperature accordingly. Persistent grease fire. • Grease trapped by food buildup around burner system. • 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. Flashback (fire in burner tube(s)). • Burner and/or burner tubes are blocked. • Turn knobs to OFF. Clean burner and/or burner tubes. See burner cleaning section of Use and Care. One burner does not light from other burner(s).

• Grease buildup or food particles in end(s) of carryover tube(s). • Clean carry-over tube(s) with wire brush. Problem (Ignition) Possible Cause Check Procedure Prevention/Solution SECTION I No sparks appear at any electrodes when Electronic Ignition Button is pressed; no noise can be heard from spark module.

• Battery not installed properly.

• Button assembly not installed properly.

• Faulty spark module.

• 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, module is faulty.

• 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. SECTION II No sparks appear at any electrodes when Electronic Ignition Button is pressed; noise can be heard from spark module.

• Output lead connections not connected.

• Are output connections on and tight? • Remove and reconnect all output connections at module and electrodes. SECTION III Sparks are present but not at all electrodes and/or not at full strength

• Output lead connections not connected.

• Arcing to grill away from burner(s).

• Electrodes cracked or broken “sparks at crack”.

• Are output connections on and tight?

• If possible, observe grill in dark location. Operate ignition system and look for arcing between output wires and grill frame.

• All sparks present but weak or at slow rate.

• Has moisture accumulated on electrode and/or in burner ports?

• Inspect electrodes for cracks.

• Remove and reconnect all output connections at module and electrodes.

• 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.

• Match will not reach.

• Improper method of match-lighting.

2023 Assembly instructions.