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Gourmet

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726-4700.

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7039 East Slauson Avenue

Commerce,

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Summary of Contents for ALXE series

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Page 2: ...2 PASTE SERIAL NUMBER LABEL IN THIS LOCATION NOTES BARBECUE SERIAL NUMBER LABEL ...

Page 3: ...n code CSA B149 1 or Propane Storage and Handling Code B149 2 All Electrical Components must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the ab sence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical code CSA C22 1 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING The burning of gas cooking fuel generates toxic by products which are on the list of substances wh...

Page 4: ... a towel or bulky cloth in place of potholders Do not let potholders touch hot por tions of the grill rack Only certain types of glass heatproof glass ceramic earthenware or other glazed utensils are suita ble for grill use These types of materials may break with sudden temperature changes Use only on low or medium heat settings and according to their manufacturer s directions Grease is flammable ...

Page 5: ...trols are turned off and the grill is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner on or around the grill The chemical that produces the spraying action could in the presence of heat ig nite or cause metal parts to corrode Do not operate the grill under unprotected combustible construction Use only in well ventilated are as Do not use in buildings garages sheds breezeways or any enclosed areas Ke...

Page 6: ...ackaging materials 2 Ensure that the burners are positioned correctly on their orifices and are fully seated onto their supports 3 Position the briquette trays onto their support ledge 4 Make the connection to the gas regulator according to the instructions on pages 8 10 for your gas type 5 To comply with safety and service requirements main gas shut off valve must be accessible from front of gril...

Page 7: ...ain that the orifice is inserted completely into the burner s inlet and that the burner rests firmly on its support bracket The burner should not rock side to side nor top to bottom if properly installed If excessive burner movement is present reseat burner or contact your authorized service provider NOTES CONCERNING GFCI USE AND LOCATION 1 Do not attempt to circumvent using a GFCI receptacle it i...

Page 8: ...iance must be made in accordace with local codes In the absence of local codes this unit should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No Z223 1 NFPA 54 Natural Gas and Propane Installation code CSA B149 1 or Propane Storage and Handling Code B149 2 Manifold pressure with LP Operating 10 0 W C Non operating 11 2 W C L P TANK REQUIREMENTS Use only a standard 20 Lb 5 Gal propane ...

Page 9: ... regulator and hose supplied with this unit must be used without alteration If this assembly needs to be replaced use only the type specified by ALFRESCO Gourmet Grill for this appliance 30 grills require a 90 000 BTU minimum regulator hose assembly All other sizes require a 160 000 BTU minimum two stage regulator hose assembly To connect the regulator hose assembly follow the next steps 1 Locate ...

Page 10: ... be replaced use only the type specified by ALFRESCO Gourmet Grill for this appliance CAUTION CYLINDERS MUST BE STORED OUTDOORS IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN DISCONNECTED LP CYLINDERS MUST HAVE THREADED VALVE PLUGS TIGHTLY INSTALLED AND MUST NOT BE STORED IN A BUILDING GARAGE OR ANY OTHER ENCLOSED AREA THE GAS MUST BE TURNED OFF AT THE SUPPLY CYL INDER WHEN THE UNIT IS NOT...

Page 11: ...check with a full cylinder 1 2 FPT X 1 2 CONVERTIBLE GAS PRESSURE REGULATOR TYPICAL ALFRESCO LXE BBQ 30 MODEL SHOWN SHUT OFF HAND VALVE INCOMING NG GAS SUPPLY Figure NG FLEXI To connect the regulator hose assembly follow the next steps 1 Locate the regulator and gas connection point in the rear right side of your BBQ unit remove the rear panel from the BBQ cart to gain access in cart mounted model...

Page 12: ...er near the shut off valve of the gas supply line Spray all the fittings Bubbles indicate leaks LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE LIGHTING The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the unit must be used Never substitute regulators for those supplied with the grill If a replacement is necessary contact the factory for prop er replacement Screw the regulator Type QCC1 into the LP tank Leak c...

Page 13: ...ght BUTTON SYMBOLS AND LOCATIONS SMOKER BURNER LIGHTING To light the smoker burner remove the smoker tray completely Push and turn the smoker control knob to the HI position and immediately depress the proper igniter button for your model See BUTTON SYMBOLS AND LOCATIONS above SIDE BURNER LIGHTING MODELS ALXE 56 56 SZ When lighting always keep your face and body as far away as possible from the bu...

Page 14: ...rs as described above Set the grill control knobs on HI for 15 minutes PREHEATING THE GRILL IR BURNERS Preheating the IR burners is important to protect them from food drippings After lighting the IR burners as described above allow to preheat on HI for four minutes before beginning to grill If your grill is equipped with a SEAR ZONE IR BURNER light and preheat the U BURNERS first then light and p...

Page 15: ...ctions Turn the valve on HI light the burner and allow it to WARM UP for 10 minutes If the flame is yellow indicating insufficient air turn the air shutter counter clockwise to allow more air to the burner If the flame is noisy and tends to lift away from the burner WITH THE BRIQUETTE TRAYS IN POSITION indicating too much air turn the air shutter clockwise to reduce the amount of air to the burner...

Page 16: ...E USING THE GRILL Make sure the grill has been leak tested Remove any packing material Read and understand the instructions in this manual U BURNERS Each U burner is rated at 27 500 BTU See figure 6 The grill burners encompass the entire cooking area and are side ported to minimize blockage from falling grease and debris Above the burners there are stainless steel briquette trays with ceramic briq...

Page 17: ...cy inside Just the result you want with most grilled foods Sear Zone burners are located in their proper position by the inlet port and the rear bracket support of the burner area USING THE GRILL Grilling requires high heat for searing and proper browning The intense infrared heat produced by your Alfresco Gourmet Grill meets these requirements perfectly Meat is cooked evenly throughout while juic...

Page 18: ...owards the center the skewer bar Push the skewer through the center of the food and then slide the second meat holder prongs toward the food onto the skewer Center the product to be cooked on the skewer then push the meat holders firmly together Tighten the thumb nuts of the meat holders with pliers It may also be necessary to wrap the food with butcher s string never use nylon or plastic string t...

Page 19: ...lowing the lighting instructions on page 12 Place food on grill grids and turn every 2 to 2 1 2 minutes until food is cooked to desired taste Do not let food cook more than 2 1 2 minutes without turning Perfect cross sear marks can be made by rotating food 90 at each turn APPROXIMATE SEAR ZONE COOKING TIMES These are recommended times only Due to the variations on the cuts of meats and personal ta...

Page 20: ... with beef lamb or pork Pecan Rich sweet versatile flavor Good with any grilled foods Grapevine Strong smoke flavor Best with beef or poultry STEAMER FRYER OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT This optional accessory brings a new level of versatility to your grill enabling you to deep fry steam or boil foods on one side of your ALFRESCO Gourmet Grill while grilling on the other To ensure safe op eration and quality...

Page 21: ...drain Remove food to an appropriate vessel and return the frying basket to the oil Repeat as needed When finished frying turn off heat and allow the grill Steamer Fryer and oil to cool completely before at tempting to remove unit Dispose of used cooking oil appropriately NOTE DO NOT USE LID WHEN FRYING USE THE LID WHILE STEAMING OR BOILING ONLY USE ALWAYS THE MINIMUM HEAT SETTING NECESSARY TO MAIN...

Page 22: ...y cleaning with abrasives should be carried out along this grain direction and not across it 6 After use always remove wet cleaning aids such as cloths pads containers from the surface to avoid formation of water marks or stains 7 If required dry the Grill after use with a soft dry cloth or towel If the preceding guidelines are adhered to your ALFRESCO Gourmet Grill should offer excellent life and...

Page 23: ...IR burner cleaning period Rear IR Burner cleaning below After the grate has cooled remove it from the grill and brush off burned debris STAINLESS STEEL The Grill is made from commercial quality type 304 non rusting and non magnetic stainless steel and the cleaning information shown on Page 22 should be followed DRIP TRAY The drip tray should be cleaned after every usage of the grill After allowing...

Page 24: ...djust gap hold the base of the wire rod tightly with a pair of pliers and with another set of pliers twist the tip of the wire to achieve the correct gap NOTE Rough handling of the electrode can crack the ceramic body causing all of the igniters to fail Replace the briquette trays ensuring that they sit level and do not rock Light all of the burners and check for proper flame characteristics see p...

Page 25: ...then the spark igniter may not be functioning correctly or may not be adjusted correctly Adjust according to the procedure on page 24 or call for service If the burner will not match light and the gas supply has been confirmed then check the burner for blockages according to the procedure on page 24 FLAME IS YELLOW GAS SMELL IF YOU SMELL GAS WHILE THE GRILL IS OPERATING IMMEDIATELY TURN OFF ALL BU...

Page 26: ...ood chip tray to better see the smoker burner flame When using the smoker with the main grill burners the smoker burner should be lit first and allowed to preheat before lighting the grill burners GRILL GETS TOO HOT IF THE GRILL GETS TOO HOT TURN IT OFF IMMEDIATELY AND ALLOW IT TO COOL Perform a leak test according to the procedure on page 11 If leaks cannot be corrected call for service before at...

Page 27: ... when handling lights Always keep halogen lights free of fingerprints and grease when replacing Because of the light bulb s very high operating temperature grease or finger prints left on the light bulb might reduce the bulb s life Insert a new light bulb using a clean cloth and do not force the light bulb in the socket Very little effort is required for the bulb to SNAP and lock into place Look a...

Page 28: ...nd reattach it back into the Grill front panel at a slight angle until it SNAPS into place Very little effort is required to SNAP and lock into place Note All knobs may be temporarily removed to easy LED replacement Power up your Alfresco Gourmet Grill and verify for the new LED lights operation by turning on the light switch BULLNOSE FRONT PULL OUT AND DOWN AND DROP OFF FROM PANEL ENSURING TO CAR...

Page 29: ...u always keep your barbecue clean dry and covered when not in use This is even more important when long term storage is intended always store the grill clean dry and covered with your Alfresco Barbecue Cover Do not allow any food particles or grease to be left inside your barbecue as this will attract rodents which in addition to being undesirable from an hygienic standpoint are likely to cause ph...

Page 30: ...ief description of the problem INQUIRIES AND INFORMATION For all other Alfresco Gourmet Grill information such as power installation cut out requirements or any other product inquiries please contact Alfresco Gourmet Grills 888 383 8800 or 323 722 7900 Customer Service Department 323 726 4700 fax 7039 East Slauson Avenue Commerce CA 90040 VISIT US ON THE WEB AT www alfrescogrills com OR CALL US AT...

Page 31: ...our website at http www alfrescogrills com or call 866 203 5607 to report service problems and or to obtain replacement parts for your Alfresco Grill Replacement parts are shipped F O B Commerce California 90040 Before calling for service please make sure you have the following information Model number serial number date of purchase and proof of purchase by original owner Limitations Exclusions 1 ...

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