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50001065/1201 Rev. 0

USER’S MANUAL

Gas Barbecue Grill

For Models JA460 and JA580

Summary of Contents for JA460

Page 1: ...50001065 1201 Rev 0 USER S MANUAL Gas Barbecue Grill For Models JA460 and JA580 ...

Page 2: ...le vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Always read and understand the WARNINGS and SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS that are contained in this Manual before attempting to use this Gas Barbecue Grill to prevent possible bodily injury or property damage Always keep this Manual in ...

Page 3: ...arage shed or breezeway or inside any boat trailer or recreational vehicle to prevent a possible fire and to prevent the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning or asphyxiation DANGER Exposing an over filled or a disconnected propane cylinder to heat could cause venting of fuel through the pressure release valve Since propane vapor is heavier than air it tends to pool and if ignited could produce...

Page 4: ...oline or other volatile substances are stored in the vicinity of this Grill The tempera ture of a grease fire or of the radiated heat might otherwise be sufficient to ignite nearby combus tibles or volatile substances Always locate this Grill where there will be ample combustion and ventilation air but never position it in the direct path of a strong wind Never allow the Grill to operate while una...

Page 5: ...ting Label on the back of the Grill to confirm which fuel must be used with the Grill Never operate the Grill with propane gas if it has been configured to use natural gas to prevent hazardous overheating Always confirm that there are no gas leaks before lighting this Grill Apply a 50 50 solution of liquid soap and water to the gas supply line connectors with a brush or spray bottle and watch for ...

Page 6: ...or surfaces will be very hot Always wear insulated protective mitts when working at the Grill or when attempting to close a gas supply valve after cooking has been completed to prevent possible burns Always use insulated pot holders when handling containers of hot food Always wear an insulated protective mitt when adding a smoking agent to a Smoker Box Never store or use gasoline or other flammabl...

Page 7: ...ions 6 Lighting the Main Burners 7 Turning the Burners Off 8 Flareups 8 Match Lighting the Main Burner 8 Rotisserie Setup 9 Lighting the Side Burner 10 Shutting the Side Burner Off 10 Cooking Methods of Cooking 11 Preparing Food for the Grill 12 Grilling Tips 13 Cooking Time Chart 14 Care Burners 17 Side Burners 18 Cooking Grids 18 Drip Tray 19 Stainless Steel Panels 19 Porcelain Enamel Castings 1...

Page 8: ...er valve outlet connection and that it has been provided with a collar to protect the cylinder valve Never install a propane cylinder in this Grill unless it is equipped with a listed Overfill Protection Device OPD 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 i...

Page 9: ...e cylinders outdoors in an upright secure position out of direct sunlight away from living quarters and in a well ventilated cool dry area NEVER STORE A CYLINDER IN A BUILD ING GARAGE OR OTHER STRUCTURE OR ENCLOSED AREA Always keep cylinders out of reach of children Always confirm that a valve dust cap has been tightly installed and that the valve itself is fully closed whenever a propane cylinder...

Page 10: ...Always place the propane tank in the tank locator hole in the bottom pan of the cylinder compartment 2 Always confirm that all burner control knobs are in the OFF position before activating the gas supply 3 Always connect the gas supply regulator 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 hold...

Page 11: ...to obtain assistance WARNINGS Always consult the Rating Label on the back of the Grill to confirm that it has already been configured to burn Natural Gas If it is necessary to reconfigure the Grill however always utilize the Natural Gas Fuel Conversion Kit available from CFM Harris Systems Customer Service 800 944 8982 to prevent possible bodily injury All gas suppy plumbing should be performed on...

Page 12: ...ontrol valve for the side burner see Fig 7 The OFF position is indicated by the dot above each knob A full range of flame adjustment is available from High to Low by turning a knob counterclockwise Electronic Ignition System As you push the Igniter Button you will hear a series of clicks as the igniter module generates an ignition spark to the burners The burner should light within four seconds Th...

Page 13: ...her left to right or right to left WARNING IF THE SELECTED BURNER DOES NOT LIGHT immediately turn the burner control knob to the OFF position to prevent gas buildup Wait five 5 minutes for the gas to clear and then repeat the preceding starting procedure If the burner will not light when using the Igniter follow the match lighting instructions see Page 8 6 Confirm that the burner is properly lit a...

Page 14: ... the Grill carefully while cooking and turn the flame level down LO or OFF if flareups intensify Match Lighting the Main Burners 1 Always open the Hood completely and inspect the Grill and burners to confirm that all components are properly positioned before lighting the main burners WARNING Never stand with your head directly over the Grill when preparing to light the main burners to prevent poss...

Page 15: ...de on the inside edge of the left shelf 4 Engage the Rotisserie Motor in the Motor Bracket see Fig 11 5 Assemble the spit and meat forks Adjust the retainer bushing to keep the spit in place see Fig 11 Tighten the thumbscrews with small pliers Always use the counterweight to balance the spit when cooking large or irregular food items The Rotisserie Motor is rated to turn a maximum load of 12 lbs W...

Page 16: ... burner should light within four clicks of the igniter NOTE Observe the flame pattern Soft blue flames are normal hard blue flames or wavy yellow flames are not You can adjust the flame with the air shutter below the control knob see Fig 16 If yellow flames persist refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on Page 21 Shutting the burner off 1 Turn the control knob counterclockwise to the HI position then...

Page 17: ...lling chicken parts sausages or kebabs with more moderate heat see Fig 13a The optional Side burner boils sautés stir fries or warms all with equal aplomb Plus its high power is more than adequate for deep frying seafood vegetables and meats or hard boiling soups lobsters or corn on the cob see Fig 13b The optional Griddle pan accessory extends your capabilities again With this item you can pan fr...

Page 18: ...omplished using one of the main burners and placing the food on the porcelain cooking grid above the opposite burner or on the warming rack burner The grill hood should always be closed when employing the indirect cooking method Preparing Food for the Grill Cooking Page 12 WARNING Always observe safe food handling and safe food preparation practices when using this Grill to prevent food borne illn...

Page 19: ...up roasts and poultry on the Rotisserie spit to protect it from burning Also 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 a marinade to add extra flavor and moisture to slow cooked foods like roasts whole chickens turkeys or ducks Place the tray on top of the sear pla...

Page 20: ...l Done 25 30 min lb Rare 4 7min Medium 7 10 min Well Done 10 12 min Rare 15 17 min Medium 17 19 min Well Done 19 22 min 30 45 min 20 min lb 12 15 min 45 60 min 18 20 min lb 20 min lb Cooking Temperature 400 450 F 350 Maximum To sear 400 450 F To finish Maximum To sear 400 450 F To finish 325 350 F 325 350 F 325 350 F 325 350 F 325 350 F 325 350 F Fish Seafood Fish Fillets Steaks Whole Fish Seafood...

Page 21: ...in Sausage Lamb Chops Loin Rib Shoulder Roast Crown Roast Leg Weight Thickness 1 inch 1 inch 12 14 lbs Bone in 4 5 lbs Boneless 5 6 lbs 3 5lbs 1 inch 2 _ 4 lbs 5 9 lbs Cooking Time 25 30 min 12 15 min Medium 20 25 min lb Well Done 25 30min lb 50 60 min Medium 25 27 min lb Well Done 27 30 min lb 1 1 1 2 hrs Medium 30 35 min lb Well Done 35 40 min lb 12 20 min Rare 7 9 min Medium 10 13 min Well Done...

Page 22: ...de 6 8 min 40 45 min 15 20 min 50 60 min 30 40 min 5 7 min 6 8 min side Comments Cut off ends of stems Lay across the grills Wrap in foil with butter or margarine Turn over once Cook directly on the grill Soak in cold water for 15 minutes Cook with husk on Cut into slices and coat with oil Cook directly on the grill Wrap in foil Turn over once during cooking Remove charred skin before eating Wrap ...

Page 23: ...ashback of gas see Fig 14 NOTE Remove the cooking Grills and the sear plates to inspect the burner at least once per year or more frequently if required Loosen the burner attachment screws from inside to allow the burners to be pulled away from the valves far enough for a ventuti brush or suitable cleaning device to be inserted into the burner venturi to clean away debris see Fig 14 Be careful not...

Page 24: ...ible to chipping WARNING A clogged venturi tube can cause a fire to occur beneath the Grill due to a flashback of gas Use a wire brush to clean all ports on the sides of the burner see Fig 15 Side Burner Inspect the air shutter screen periodically see Fig 16 and confirm that it is clear of food residue cobwebs or other insect debris The Side Burner ignition electrode delivers a spark to ignite the...

Page 25: ...imilar polishing pad Apply gentle even pressure while rubbing with the grain of the steel Do not rub against the grain as damage to the finish can result Never use steel wool on the stainless steel panels Periodic cleaning with a non abrasive cleaning compound specifically formulated for stainless steel will remove any dirt grease cooking residue or discoloration that may develop CAUTION NEVER USE...

Page 26: ...e accessible under the control panel at the front of the Grill see Fig 18 Use a screwdriver to loosen the locking screws Open the shutter just enough to achieve the desired soft blue flames Make adjustments in small increments and allow the burner to come up to operating temperature 10 min before making further adjustments If burners are removed for cleaning or adjustment always confirm that they ...

Page 27: ...gas valve Never enlarge the orifice Fig 15 Look under the front control panel and reinsert the gas injector into the venturi tube if required Fig 19 Tighten the regulator s plastic collar onto the cylinder valve Hand tighten only Fig 4 Always shelter your Grill from strong winds Confirm the flow of gas by smell or by listening for the hiss of gas being emitted Weigh your propane cylinder A standar...

Page 28: ... clean cloth The electrode should be located 1 8 to 3 16 from the burner and positioned to spark to the edge of a gas port If the gap is incorrect or the unit is not properly sparking gently bend the electrode tip into position Use caution so that the ceramic insulator does not crack If the ceramic insulator on the electrode is cracked it may short out Replace the electrode Confirm that the lead f...

Page 29: ...rranty is for replacement or repair of defective parts only CFM will 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 envionments accident alterations abuse or neglect This limit...

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