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Troubleshooting Guide          

                                               

PROBLEM                 

POTENTIAL CAUSE           

ACTION REQUIRED       

Flame is yellow or orange.       New burner may have residual         Burn Grill for 15 minutes with the lid  

                                                                            manufacturing oils. 

 closed. 

                                                                            Spider webs or insect nest in venturi.       The Grill should burn with predominantly blue 

    flame. If flame is yellow, check venturi tubes   

 for obstruction and clean as Shown on page 19. 

                                                                            Food residue, grease or seasoning          Clean burner. 

salt on burner. 

                                                            Poor alignment of valve to burner          Assure burner venturi is properly with valve 

engaged venturi.                                                             

Flame blow out/Unit won’t stay lit.   Wind                               Always shelter Grill from strong winds. 

                                                                       

Low on LP gas                                              Confirm the flow of gas by smell, or by   

listening for the hiss of gas being emitted. 

                                                                                                                                            Weigh your propane cylinder. A standard   

20 lb. Cylinder will weigh about 18 lbs when 
it is empty and 38 lbs. When it is 80%full.   
(WARNING: Never take a propane cylinder   
indoors for any purpose).   

                                                                    Excess flow valve tripped                          Refer to “Sudden drop in gas flow or   

reduced flame height.” 

 

Flare-up                                            Excessively fatty foods                               Trim excess fat from meat before grilling. 

                                                                    Grease build-up.                                          Confirm that the heat distribution plate is   

clean and properly installed. Remove excess   

grease from the burn chamber. 

                                                                    Excessive cooking temperature.               Adjust (lower) temperature accordingly. 

 

Persistent Grease fire.         Grease trapped by food buildup around          Turn knobs to OFF: Turn gas off at LP tank. 

                                                                    burner system                                              Leave lid in closed position and let fire burn   

out. After grill cools, remove and clean all parts 

 
Uneven burn pattern or.                  Blockage in the burner or gas system      Confirm that the venturi tubes are not   
Flashback fire                                                                                                           blocked by insects or other debris. Use a special 
 

 

venturi brush to clean (see Fig.13). 

                                                                                                                                            Use a pin or needle to probe the orifice in the 

 

 

gas valve. Never enlarge the orifice 

 

 

Use a toothpick or straightened paper clip to   

 

 

clean the burner ports (Fig.11). 

                                                                            Corroded burner                                          Corrosion of a gas burner can cause the solid 

 

 

material between the gas ports to deteriorate, 

 

 

resulting in uneven burning. See your   

 

 

retail for the appropriate replacement burner. 

 

Inside of lid is peeling –like          The lid is porcelain coated, not painted.    Baked on grease buildup has turned to   

paint peeling                                                                                                            carbon and is flaking off. Clean thoroughly. 

(see page 20) 

Summary of Contents for GPC2618J

Page 1: ...Assembly Instructions And User s Manual Gas Barbeque Grill Model GPC2618J ...

Page 2: ...r convenient future reference FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas 1 Shut off gas to the appliance 2 Extinguish any open flame 3 Open lid 4 If odor continues immediately call your gas supplier or your filer department FOR YOUR SAFETY 1 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance 2 An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be st...

Page 3: ... Leaks 21 Operation Control Functions 22 Lighting the Main Burners 22 Flare ups 23 Turning Burners off 23 Match Lighting the Main Burner 24 Lighting the Side Burner 24 Shutting Off the Side Burner 24 Care Maintenance Cleaning Care 25 Recommended Cleaning Materials 25 Burners 25 Cooking Grids 26 Heat Plate 26 Grease Cup 26 Interior Grill Bottom 26 Outside Surface 27 Maintenance 27 Burner Adjustment...

Page 4: ...easy to assemble product However in the unfortunate event that a part is missing or defective please call our customer service department 9 00AM to 5 00PM local time Monday through Friday Phone No 1 877 885 8227 We will respond to your request promptly Please contact us if you have suggestions or comments regarding this product as we welcome and appreciate customer feedback Enjoy your new purchase...

Page 5: ...L AXLE 1 9 BACK PANEL 1 10 FRAME SUPPORT BARS 1 11 BOTTOM SHELF 1 12 TOP TANK BRACKET 1 13 BOTTOM TANK BRACKET 1 14 CUP SUPPORT 1 15 GREASE CUP 1 16 KNOB SB 1 17 COOKING GRID 1 18 HEAT PLATE 1 19 DOOR 2 20 WARMING GRID 1 A M6 X 65 4 B M6 X 16 13 C M10 2 D Ф18 X 26 21 E M6 X 45 4 F M4 X 10 2 G WASHER 2 H LOCKABLE WASHER 4 I SCREWDRIVER 1 J WRENCH 2 ...

Page 6: ...that this Grill is not positioned under the overhang of a house a garage or other structure before lighting it An overhang will serve to deflect flare ups and radiated heat into the structure itself which could result in a fire Always confirm that this Grill is positioned more than 36 1m away from any combustible materials or surfaces before lighting it and that no gasoline or other volatile subst...

Page 7: ...r serious injury may occur Always instruct your certified propane fuel supplier to confirm by weight that your cylinder is not more than 80 full An empty cylinder will weight about 18 lbs while a properly filled cylinder should weigh no more than 38lbs Never store a spare Propane Cylinder in the cylinder compartment of this Grill Exposing a disconnected cylinder to heat could result in the venting...

Page 8: ...s equipped with a listed Overfill protection Device OPD and marked propane Always have a new propane cylinder properly purged of air by your certified propane gas dealer Since a new cylinder is initially filled with air the air must first be purged before it is filled with propane Never use an LP cylinder with a damaged body valve collar or footing Dented or rusted LP cylinder may be hazardous and...

Page 9: ...l indoors unless the propane cylinder has first been disconnected and removed from the Grill Never expose a propane cylinder to any heat source never apply heat directly to a cylinder and never store a spare cylinder in the vicinity of this Grill Never paint a propane cylinder a dark color as this can cause the cylinder and its contents to overheat The LP cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdr...

Page 10: ... exceed 350 F 177 C Do not leave oil and grease unattended Move gas hoses as far away as possible from hot surfaces and dripping grease The use of alcohol or prescription or non prescription drugs may impair the consumer s ability to properly assemble or safely operate the appliance Always open Grill lid carefully and slowly as heat and steam trapped within Grill can result in serious burns Do not...

Page 11: ...rewdriver between Wheel Cap and Wheel and pop it off to expose the wheel axle hole Insert Wheel Axle through holes in the bottom of the Right Cart Leg Assembly as shown Fit the Wheel Spacers over the end of the Axle as shown Fit the wheel s onto each side of the axle Secure the wheels in place on the axle with Wheel Nuts and tighten wheel nuts with the Wheel Nut Wrenches supplied Reinstall the Whe...

Page 12: ...Support into place on the lower cross beam of the Left Cart Leg Support and the Assembled Right Cart Leg Support Slide the Grid and Shelf into place on top of the Bottom Shelf Support Bolt Bottom Grid Shelf in place using Flat Washers and Large Bolts See Figure 3 Figure 3 ...

Page 13: ...ructions Step 4 Install Back Panel and Frame Support Bars Put back panel into place as shown See Figure 4a Bolt Frame Support Bars in place using Flat Lockable Washers and Large Bolts See Figure 4b Figure 4a Figure 4b ...

Page 14: ...Washer and Small Bolt as shown Next attach the Bottom Tank Bracket narrow to the Bottom Shelf Support on the Right Cart Leg and bolt in place using Flat Lockable Washer and Small Bolt See Figure 5 Figure 5 Step 6 Install Front Doors Put Front doors in place onto the front of the cart Adjust and hold the front door flush with the Top Frame Support Bar See Figure 6 Figure 6 ...

Page 15: ...7 Install Left Side Shelf and Pre Assembled Side Burner Shelf Install Left Side Shelf and Right Burner Side Shelf by sliding feet into hollow legs of Cart Frame Bolt in place with Flat Washers and Medium Bolts See Figure 7 Figure 7 ...

Page 16: ...Body on cart and bolt in place with Flat Washers and Small Bolts See Figure 8 Figure 8 Step 9 Place Heat Plate Warming and cooking Grid Place the Heat Plate inside the Grill Body Place the Warming Grid inside the Grill Body Place the Cooking Grid inside the Grill Body See Figure 9 Figure 9 ...

Page 17: ...Insert the gas valve stem top into the valve bracket on the Side Burner Shelf Swing gas valve orifice into end of burner wenturi tube See inset Figure 10a Bolt the valve in place from the top side of the side burner using the Gas Valve Bolts See Figure 10 Figure 10a Figure 10 ...

Page 18: ...sembly Instructions Step 11 Complete the Side Burner Assembly Push igniter Wire onto igniter Electrode Bolt Mounting Bracket onto the Right Cart Leg using a Small Bolt and Flat Washer See Figure 11 Figure 11 ...

Page 19: ...18 Assembly Instructions Step 12 Install Control Knob for Side Burner and Place Grate Push Control Knob onto valve from top Place Grate on top of Burner See Figure 12 Figure 12 ...

Page 20: ...nstructions Step 13 Install Grease Cup Support and Grease Cup Hook the Grease Cup Support into the holes on the underside of the Grill body then set the Grease Cup into the Grease Cup Support See Figure 13 Figure 13 ...

Page 21: ...tructions Step 14 Install Propane LP Tank sold separately Attach the gas regulator valve to a full 20 pound LP propane cylinder sold separately Then secure the tank to the Tank Support Brackets See Figure 14 Figure 14 ...

Page 22: ...lve or in the head of the burner and burner ports 4 Always connect the gas supply regulators as follows Insert the nipple of the valve coupling into the tank valve and tighten the connection collar by turning it clockwise with one hand while holding the regulator with the other see Fig 4 5 Disconnect the propane cylinder from the regulator valve when the Grill is not in use 6 Do not obstruct the f...

Page 23: ...30 minutes to burn off any manufacturing residues WARNING Never stand with your head directly over the Grill when preparing to light the main burners to prevent possible bodily injury 1 Always open the Hood completely and always inspect the Grill and burners to confirm that all components are properly positioned before lighting main burners 2 Always confirm that all of the burner control knobs are...

Page 24: ...e cooking grid before heating the Grill will prevent foods from sticking Flare ups Flare ups sometimes occur when food drippings fall onto the hot heat distribution plate or burners and ignite Some flaring is normal and desirable as it helps impart the unique flavors associated with grilled foods Controlling the intensity of the flare ups is necessary however in order to avoid burned or unevenly c...

Page 25: ...erside of the grill body see Fig 9 5 Turn the LEFT Burner Control Knob to the HIGH position by pushing down the knob and turning it counter clockwise Lighting the Side Burner WARNING Never stand with your head directly over the Grill when preparing to light the side burners to prevent possible bodily injury 1 Turn the side burner control knob to HIGH see Fig 10 2 Push the Ignitor on the front cont...

Page 26: ...y knife scraper NOTE DO NOT use any cleaners that contain acid mineral spirits or xylene Burners NOTE All of the burners should be inspected frequently and cleaned as often as necessary Main Burners NOTE Remove the cooking grids and the heat distribution plate at least once per year to inspect the burner or more frequently if desired 1 Turn off gas at the Control Knobs and LP Tank 2 Remove cooking...

Page 27: ...g Grids The cooking grids have been porcelain enameled for durability and ease of cleansing These grids may be cleaned with any non abrasive cleaning agent formulated for kitchen use or a brass wire brush Rinse with water NOTE Always handle cooking grids with care as porcelain enamel is susceptible to chipping Heat Distribution Plate The porcelain finish has a glass like composition that should be...

Page 28: ...laking off Clean thoroughly with strong solution of detergent and hot water Rinse with water and drying completely NEVER USE OVEN CLEANER Plastic Surfaces Wash with soft cloth and dish detergent and hot water solution Rinse with water Do not use abrasive cleaners degreasers or a connected grill cleaner on plastic parts Maintenance Burner Adjustment Use a screwdriver to loosen the locking screws Op...

Page 29: ...one half to three quarters additional turn until solid stop Tighten by hand only DO NOT use tools Obstruction of gas flow Clear burner tubes Check for bent or kinked hose Disengagement of burner to valve Reengage burner and valve Spider webs or insect nests in venturi Clean venturi Burner ports clogged or blocked Clean burner ports Sudden drop in gas flow or Out of gas Check for gas in LP tank red...

Page 30: ...ty foods Trim excess fat from meat before grilling Grease build up Confirm that the heat distribution plate is clean and properly installed Remove excess grease from the burn chamber Excessive cooking temperature Adjust lower temperature accordingly Persistent Grease fire Grease trapped by food buildup around Turn knobs to OFF Turn gas off at LP tank burner system Leave lid in closed position and ...

Page 31: ...indirect cooking method The powerful Main Burners deliver the middle and high range of temperatures desired for traditional barbequing This includes searing and finishing steaks hamburgers pork chops and the like or grilling chicken parts sausages or kebabs with more moderate heat The Side Burner boils sautés stir fries or warms Plus its high power is more than adequate for deep frying seafood veg...

Page 32: ...prevent charring Soak the wooden skewers that you intend to use for kebabs for several minutes before using them for cooking Use a disposable aluminum tray filled with water fruit juice wine or marinade to add extra flavor and moisture to slow cooked foods such as roasts whole chickens turkeys or ducks Place the tray on the top of the sear plates below the Grill surface and immediately under the f...

Page 33: ...not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages or any labor costs This limited warranty does not cover damage due to chipping and scratching of porcelain or painted surfaces nor does it cover corrosion or discoloring due to misuse lack of maintenance hostile environment accidents alterations abuse or neglect This limited warranty does not cover any scratches dents corrosion or discolor...

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