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Installation Instructions and Use & Care Guide

MODEL NUMBERS:

FG388LP-SD, FG388LP-GD, FG388NG-SD, FG388NG-GD

CINMAR ITEM NUMBERS:

28423 STS LP, 28423 GLA LP, 28423 STS NG, 28423 GLA NG

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Summary of Contents for FG388LP-GD

Page 1: ...on Instructions and Use Care Guide MODEL NUMBERS FG388LP SD FG388LP GD FG388NG SD FG388NG GD CINMAR ITEM NUMBERS 28423 STS LP 28423 GLA LP 28423 STS NG 28423 GLA NG F Fr ro on nt tg ga at te e 3 38 8 P Pr ro of fe es ss si io on na al l G Gr ri il ll l ...

Page 2: ...de you excellent performance lasting value and many years of enjoyment For future reference please record your Frontgate Grill purchase Frontgate Model Number ___________________________________________ Serial Number ____________________________________________________ Gas Type ________________________________________________________ ...

Page 3: ...afety messages This is the safety alert symbol This symbol alerts you to potential hazards that can cause fatal injuries All safety messages will follow the safety alert symbol and either the word DANGER or WARNING These words mean All safety messages will tell you what the potential hazard is tell you how to reduce the change of injury and tell you what can happen if the instructions are not foll...

Page 4: ...s grill to an LP gas tank that exceeds this capacity CAUTION BEWARE OF FLASHBACK If an external electrical source is utilized The outdoor cooking gags appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 NOTE The normal flow of gas through the r...

Page 5: ...l vehicles When your gas grill is not in use the gas must be turned off at the LP Gas tank The gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder when the outdoor cooking gas appliance is not in use LP gas tank must be stored outdoors in a well ventilated area and out of reach of children Disconnected LP gas tanks must not be stored in a building garage or any other enclosed area PROPER PLACEMENT AND C...

Page 6: ...ase accident potential When using this appliance basic safety practices must be followed including the following DO NOT repair or replace any part of the grill unless specifically recommended in this manual All other service should be referred to a qualified technician This grill is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles or boats Children should not be left alone or unattended...

Page 7: ...ers will only operate in one position and must be mounted correctly for safe operation Clean the grill with caution To avoid steam burns do not use a wet sponge or cloth to clean the grill while it is hot Some cleaners produce noxious fumes or can ignite if applied to a hot surface Turn off grill controls and make certain the grill is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner on or around the ...

Page 8: ...t 5 Towel Bar 14 Rotis Motor Storage Slot 6 Control Knob Rear Infrared Burner 15 Side Burner Cover Storage 7 Control Knobs Main Burners 16 Rotis Spit Storage Access Hole 8 Side Burner 17 Internal Grill Light Switch 9 Control Knobs Side Burner 18 LP Tank Tray Lock 10 Control Knob Searing Burner 19 Battery Box Housing 1 2 3 4 5 6 10 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 6 7 19 ...

Page 9: ...e AA battery be installed to operate To install the battery included with the grill 1 Remove the battery box housing by loosening the threaded cap 2 Install the battery with the positive pole facing toward you 3 Replace and tighten the battery box cap after the battery is installed INSTALLATION OF WARMING RACK Install the warming rack on to the warming rack bracket 7 P 1 2 3 Warming Rack Bracket ...

Page 10: ...lf bolts on the left side of the grill using a socket wrench or adjustable wrench See Fig 3 allow approximately 1 4 space between the bolt head and side of grill 4 Attach the left side shelf by lining up the side shelf keyhole slots on the right hand side of shelf with the 4 bolts on the side of the grill and slide onto the bolts See Fig 4 5 Tighten the 4 bolts firmly to secure the side shelf to t...

Page 11: ... in the absence of local codes with National Fuel Code ANSI Z223 1a 2002 Installation in Canada must be in accordance with the Standard Can1 b149 1 and or 2 installation code for gas burning appliances and equipment and local codes NATURAL GAS INSTALLATION The gas inlet supply pressure should be between 6 and 9 w c for Natural gas installation A step down regulator is required if the line pressure...

Page 12: ...n for L P gas cylinders of the U S Department of Transportation or the National Standard of Canada CAN CAS B339 Cylinders Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods The L P cylinder must meet standard requirements including a shutoff valve terminating in an L P gas supply cylinder outlet specified as applicable for connection No 510 in the standard for compressed gas cylinder valv...

Page 13: ...d for vapor withdrawal The cylinder must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve The cylinder must be provided with a shut off valve terminating in an L P gas supply cylinder valve outlet specified as applicable for connec tion type QCC1 in the standard for compressed gas cylinder valve outlet and inlet connection ANSI cGA V 1 Manifold operating pressure 10 water column W C L P GAS HOOK UP ...

Page 14: ...lockwise to stop 3 Detach the regulator assembly from the tank valve by turning the quick coupling nut counter clockwise 12 continued FINAL CHECK LIST Specified clearance maintained 24 61 cm from combustibles All internal packaging removed Knobs turn freely Burners are tight and sitting properly on orifices Pressure regulator connected and set Gas connections to grill using hose regulator assembly...

Page 15: ...nd one part water You will need a spray bottle brush or rag to apply the solution to the fittings For the initial leak test make sure the L P cylinder is full TO TEST 1 Make sure the control valves are in the OFF position and turn on the gas supply 2 Check all connections from the LP gas regulator and supply valve up to and including the connection to the manifold pipe assembly the pipe that goes ...

Page 16: ...he pilot flame If the burner does not light wait 5 minutes for any excess gas to dissipate and then retry WARNING Always keep your face and body as far away from the burner as possible when lighting KEEP A SPRAY BOTTLE OF SOAPY WATER NEAR THE GAS SUPPLY VALVE AND CHECK THE CONNECTIONS BEFORE EACH USE DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LIGHT THE GRILL IF ODOR OF GAS IS PRESENT TO MATCH LIGHT THE GRILL If the burner...

Page 17: ... DO NOT REFER TO THE BURNER MAINTENANCE PART OF THIS MANUAL SIDE BURNER The Side Burner complements the grill turning your appliance into an Outdoor Kitchen The convenience of the Side Burner allows you to prepare side dishes simmer foods and prepare your favorite sauces at the grill The Side Burner is to be used in the same manner you would use the burners of a kitchen rangetop The Side Burner is...

Page 18: ...USING THE SEARING BURNER Many chefs use the Searing Burner to sear meats especially steaks in conjunction with the main cooking burners 1 After allowing the searing burner and the main burner to warm up place meats on the grill grids above the Searing Burner for 2 to 2 1 2 minutes on each side 2 After searing transfer the meat to the main cooking burners and continue to cook until desired doneness...

Page 19: ... as far away from the grill as possible 3 Light the match and insert through the cooking grids to the burner 4 Press turn the control knob left to the HI setting Continue to press the knob until the burner ignites Burner should light immediately If the burner does not light in 4 seconds turn the control knob to OFF Wait 5 minutes and try again If the burner does not light after several attempts tu...

Page 20: ...oose portions IMPORTANT When using the rotisserie remove the warming rack See page 14 for lighting instructions for the rear rotisserie burner When the rear burner has reached desired cooking temperature insert the pointed end of the rotisserie rod into the rotisserie motor shaft and secure the other end of the rod in the right hand bracket If needed remove the cooking grates for more room Turn th...

Page 21: ...ted to light the Rotisserie burner with the igniter allow 5 minutes for any accumulated gas to dissipate 2 Simply place a match between the coils on the end of the extension rod Keep your face and hands as far away from the grill as possible 3 Light the match and place it next to the right hand side of the Rotisserie Burner 4 Press and turn the control knob left to the HI setting Continue to press...

Page 22: ...es will fall and burn If the grill is allowed to cool before cleaning cleaning will be more difficult ENSURE THAT THE GAS SUPPLY AND THE KNOBS ARE IN THE OFF POSITION GRILL BURNERS Extreme care should be taken when removing a burner as it must be correctly centered on the orifice before any attempt is made to re light the grill Frequency of cleaning will depend on how often you use the grill MAIN ...

Page 23: ...of FLASH BACK it is the most common cause To reduce the chance of FLASH BACK you must clean the burner tubes before using your grill for the first time and at least once a month in late summer or early fall when spiders are most active Also perform this burner tube cleaning procedure if your grill has not been used for an extended period of time WHEN TO LOOK FOR SPIDERS You should inspect the burn...

Page 24: ...the grill and use one burner on the opposite side of the grill Heat from the lighted burner circulates gently throughout the grill cooking the meat or poultry without any direct flame touching it This method greatly reduces flare ups when cooking extra fatty cuts because there is no direct flame to light the fats and juices that drip down during cooking FLARE UPS The fats and juices that drip from...

Page 25: ...o jump from the igniter to the burner when turning the Control Knob igniter Does the infrared back burner light when attempting to match light If not check to see if the gas is turned ON Regulator makes a loud noise not a low level hum Vent hose on the regulator may be plugged or regulator may be faulty If Liquid Propane Disconnect regulator and re install Ensure the vent hole on the regulator is ...

Page 26: ...preheat time Burner flames are not light blue Too much or not enough air mixes for the flame Elevation is the principal cause however cold weather can affect the mixture A professional service agent may be needed to adjust the burners Grill is in a windy location continued 24 ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS To make sure you obtain the correct replacement part s for your g...

Page 27: ...25 LIQUID PROPANE LP COMPONENTS GRILL PARTS DIAGRAM SEE PAGE 27 28 FOR PARTS LIST LIQUID PROPANE LP MODELS ...

Page 28: ...26 NATURAL GAS NG COMPONENTS GRILL PARTS DIAGRAM SEE PAGE 27 28 FOR PARTS LIST NATURAL GAS NG MODELS ...

Page 29: ...ng Grate 1 18 FCFG3808018 Firebrick Bracket 1 19 FCFG3808019 Firebrick 1 20 FCFG3808020 Bottom IR Igniter cover 1 21 FCFG3808021 Bottom IR Igniter 1 22 FCFG3808022 Bottom IR Burner 1 23 FCFG3808023 Drip Pan Assembly 1 24 FCFG3808024 Left Side Shelf Assembly w Granite Top 1 25 FCFG3808025 Firebox Assembly 1 26 FCFG3808026 Match Extender 1 27 LP FCFG3808027 NPT x UNF adaptor LP GRILLS ONLY 1 27 NG F...

Page 30: ...ar 1 53 FCFG3808053 Inside Cart Shelf 1 54 FCFG3808054 Transformer 1 55 FCFG3808056 Cart Side Left 1 56 FCFG3808057 Cart Back 1 57 FCFG3808058 Cart Base 1 58 FCFG3808059 Wheel Channel Left 1 59 FCFG3808060 Wheel Channel Right 1 60 FCFG3808061 Grommet for Rear Access Hole 1 61 FCFG3808062 Cart Side Right 1 62 LP FCFG3808063 Rollout LP Tank Tray LP GRILLS ONLY 1 63 LP FCFG3808068 Rotisserie Burner V...

Page 31: ...ts such as scratches and dents of the stainless steel compo nents or damage resulting from any of the following Negligent use or misuse of the product including exposing the product to chemicals or cleaning products not approved by Frontgate Corrosion due to exposure to salt air Use or installation contrary to specified instructions and applicable building codes including heating the product to te...

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