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SAFETY PRACTICES TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
When properly cared for, your grill will provide safe,
reliable service for many years. However, extreme care
must be used as the grill produces intense heat that can
increase 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
boats or
recreational vehicles.
Children should not be left alone or unattended in an area
where the grill is being used. Do not allow them to sit,
stand or play in or around the grill at any time.
Do not store items of interest to children around or below
the grill.
Do not permit clothing, pot holders or other flammable
materials to come in contact with or too close to any grate,
burner or hot surface until it has cooled. The
fabric could
ignite and cause personal injury.
For personal safety, wear proper apparel. Loose fitting
garments or sleeves should never be worn while using
this appliance. Some synthetic fabrics are highly
flammable and should not be worn while cooking.
Only certain types of glass, heat-proof glass ceramic,
earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for grill
use. These materials may break with sudden temperature
changes. Use only on low or medium heat settings in
accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines.
Do not heat unopened food containers. A build-up of
pressure may cause the containers to burst.
Use a covered hand when opening the grill lid.
Never lean over an open grill.
When lighting a burner, pay close attention to what you
are doing. Make certain you are aware of which burner
you are lighting, so your body and clothing remain clear of
open flames
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Safety Instruction
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When using the grill, do not touch the grill rack, burner
grate or immediate surroundings as these areas
become extremely hot and could cause burns. Use
only dry potholders. Moist or damp potholders on hot
surfaces may cause steam burns. Do not use a towel
or bulky cloth in place or potholders. Do not allow
potholders to touch hot portions of the grill rack.
Grease is flammable. Let hot grease cool before
attempting to handle it. Do not allow grease deposits to
collect in the grease tray at the bottom of the grill’s
firebox. Clean the grease tray often.
Do not use aluminum foil to line the grill racks or grill
bottom. This can severely upset combustion air flow or
trap excessive heat in the control area.
For proper lighting and performance of the burners
keep the burner ports clean. It is necessary to clean
them periodically for optimum performance. The
burners 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 toxic 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 grill. The chemical that produces the spraying
action could, in the presence of heat, ignite or cause
metal parts to corrode.
Do not use the grill to cook excessively fatty meats or
other products which promote flare – ups.
Do not operate the grill under unprotected combustible
constructions. Use only in well ventilated areas. Do not
use in buildings, garages, sheds, breezeways or other
such enclosed areas.
Keep the area surrounding the grill free from
combustible materials including fluids, trash, and
vapors such as gasoline or charcoal lighter fluid. Do
not obstruct the flow of combustion and air ventilation.