SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read carefully before assembling and operating your gas grill
This gas grill must be installed in accordance with local codes or, if in an area without local codes, with the latest edition of the
National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. In Canada, installation must conform to the standard CAN/ CGA 1-b149.1 and/or .2
(Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment) and any local codes.
WARNING: Fuels used in gas or oil-fired appliances and the products of combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects and/or reproductive harm. This warning is issued pursuant to California Health &
Safety Code Sec. 25249.6.
THE LOCATION FOR YOUR GRILL
DO NOT use your gas grill in garages, porches, breezeways, sheds or other enclosed areas. Your gas grill is to be used OUTDOORS
ONLY, with at least 21” from the back and side of any combustible surface. The grill should not be placed under or on top of any
surface that will burn. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air around the grill housing.
PROTECT CHILDREN: keep them away from grill during use and until grill has cooled after you are finished. Do not allow children to
operate grill.
FOR YOUR SAFETY...
DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
DO NOT store empty or full spare gas cylinders under or near this or any other appliance
Keep the fuel hose and any electrical cord away from hot surfaces. Protect fuel hose from dripping grease. Avoid
unnecessary twisting of hose. Visually inspect hose prior to each use for cuts, cracks excessive wear or other damage.
Replace hose, if necessary.
NEVER test for gas leaks with a lighted match or open flame.
NEVER light grill with lid closed or before checking to insure burner tubes are fully seated over gas valve orifices.
NEVER lean over cooking surface while lighting grill. Use barbecue tools with wood handles and good quality insulated
oven mitts when operating grill.
IF YOU SMELL GAS...
1. Shutoff gas to the appliance at its source.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open grill lid to release any accumulation of fumes.
4. If gas odor persists, immediately contact your gas supplier.
CHECKING FOR GAS LEAKS
NEVER TEST FOR GAS LEAKS WITH A FLAME...prior to first use and at the beginning of each new season (or, if using LP,
whenever gas cylinder is changed), it is a must that you check for gas leaks. Follow these steps:
1. Make a soap solution by mixing one part liquid detergent and one part water.
Turn off heat control valve(s), and then turn on gas at source.
3. Apply the soap solution to all gas connections: bubbles will appear in the soap solution if connections are not properly sealed.
Tighten or repair as necessary.
4. If you have a gas leak that you cannot repair, turn off the gas at the source, disconnect fuel line from grill and immediately call
your grill dealer and gas supplier for professional assistance.
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