Operating the Grill
USE ONLY THE REGULATOR PROVIDED
If a replacement is necessary, call our customer service center. The use of unauthorized parts can create an unsafe condition and
environment.
Connecting Gas Cylinder
The propane gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the
Specifications for Propane Gas Cylinders
of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT). Only cylinders with a listed overfill prevention device (OPD) and marked “propane” may be used. Cylinders with an OPD will
have valve handles with three “lobes” (prongs). The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with outdoor cooking gas appliance must be used. Replacement
pressure regulators and hose assembly must be those specified by the outdoor cooking gas appliance manufacturer. Only use 20 pound cylinders equipped with a
cylinder connection device compatible with the connection for outdoor cooking appliances. The cylinder must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve. The gas
cylinder should not be dropped or handled roughly. If the appliance is not in use, the gas cylinder must be disconnected. Storage of the appliance indoors is
permissible ONLY if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance. Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not be
stored in a building, garage or other enclosed area. Your cylinder must never be stored where temperatures can reach over 125
°
F. Before connecting, make sure
there is no debris caught in the head of the gas cylinder, regulator valve or in the head of the burner and burner ports. Connect regulator valve and hand-tighten
firmly. Disconnect the propane cylinder from the regulator valve when the grill is not in use. DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion air or ventilation air to the grill.
The propane cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and equipped with a listed overfilling prevention device (OPD).
Danger
Never store a spare propane cylinder under or near the grill.
A fire resulting in death or serious injury could occur if the above is not followed exactly.
Check for leaks. Make sure the regulator valve is securely fastened to the burner and cylinder.
Checking for Leaks
1. Make 2-3 oz. of leak solution by mixing one part liquid dishwashing soap with three parts water.
2. Make sure control knobs are in the “OFF” position.
3. Spoon several drops of solution on the tank valve up to the regulator connection.
4. Inspect the solution at the connections, looking for bubbles. If NO bubbles appear, the connection is secure.
5. If bubbles appear, you have a leak. Go to step 6.
6. Disconnect the regulator from the tank and reconnect, make sure the connection is secure.
7. Retest with solution.
8. If you continue to see bubbles, replace the cylinder.
Lighting Your Grill
Danger:
Failure to open lid while igniting the barbecue’s burners or not waiting 5 minutes to allow gas to clear if the barbecue does not light, may result in
an explosive flame-up which could cause serious bodily injury or death.
Main Burner
1. Open lid while lighting burners.
WARNING
: Attempting to light the burner with the lid closed may cause an explosion. Make sure there are no obstructions of airflow to the gas unit.
Spiders and insects can nest and clog the burner/venturi tube at the orifice. A clogged burner tube can lead to a fire beneath the appliance.
2. All valves must be in the “OFF” position.
3. Open cylinder valve.
4. Ignite only the burners you wish to use.
5. Press and turn the burner to ‘’HIGH” then press the igniter button immediately.
6. If ignition does not take place, press the igniter button 2 to 3 times.
7. If ignition still does not take place, turn the burner control knob to the “OFF” position. Wait 5 minutes,
with lid open, for the gas to clear and repeat the lighting procedure.
8. After burner ignites. Repeat the same procedure with any other burner desired.
9. Adjust valve knob(s) to desired cooking setting.
Using the Lighting Rod to Light the Main Burners
1. Remove the cooking grid from the burner you wish to light.
2. Insert a match into the end of lighting rod, and then light it.
3. Once lit, place the flame through the hole as shown near the burner ports.
4. Press in valve knob and rotate counter clockwise to ‘’HIGH’’ setting. Burner should light immediately. If more than one burner is desired, repeat
procedure with each burner.
5. Replace cooking grid and adjust burners to desired cooking settings.
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