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Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book

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Version 1.6

USE & CARE GUIDE

GAS GRILLS BLZ-3(NG/LP), BLZ-4(NG/LP), BLZ-5(NG/LP)

ATTENTION:

INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE CONSUMER.

CONSUMER: PLEASE READ & RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND BEFORE

INSTALLING OR OPERATING.

- CONTACT INFORMATION -

Blaze Outdoor Products: 6620 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge, LA

70805 USA Phone: 866-976-9510 email:

[email protected] BLAZEGRILLS.COM

DANGER

- IF YOU SMELL GAS:

I) Shut off the gas supply to the appliance at its source.

2) Extinguish any open flames.

3) Open grill hood to release any accumulation of gas

vapor.

4) If a gas odor persists, Keep aw ay from your

appliance and contact your gas supplier or fire

department immediately.

WARNING

I) Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable

liquids or vapor in the vicinity of this or any other

appliance

2) A LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be

stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliances.

Summary of Contents for BLZ-3-LP

Page 1: ...A Phone 866 976 9510 email CustomerService BlazeGrills com BLAZEGRILLS COM DANGER IF YOU SMELL GAS I Shut off the gas supply to the appliance at its source 2 Extinguish any open flames 3 Open grill hood to release any accumulation of gas vapor 4 If a gas odor persists Keep aw ay from your appliance and contact your gas supplier or fire department immediately WARNING I Do not store or use gasoline ...

Page 2: ... Warnings 14 i Checking for Gas Leaks 15 17 ii Unpacking Unit 18 V Gas Connections 19 i Natural Gas Requirements 19 ii Liquid Propane Gas and TankRequirements 19 iii Transporting and Storing LP Gas 20 21 VI Installing the Appliance in a BBQ Island 22 i Outdoor Kitchen Ventilation 23 25 ii Building BBQ Specifications Instruction Diagrams 26 27 VII First Time Operation 28 i Lighting the Appliance 28...

Page 3: ...33 i How to Replace Conventional Burner with Infrared Sear Burner 33 ii Preheating the Infrared Burner 33 iii Infrared Burner Cleaning 33 X Fuel Conversion 34 i Gas Regulator 34 35 ii Main Burner 36 iii Rear Burner 36 XI Warranty Registration 37 XII Grill Parts 38 39 XIII Product Serial Number 40 XIV Blaze Product Registration 41 ...

Page 4: ...ough 1 Year Ignition components and all other components Appliances must be registered w ithin 30 days of purchase to validate this w arranty See w arranty section for details Model BLZ 4LP BLZ 4NG 4 BURNER Cutout Dimensions 30 5 8 W x 21 1 4 D x 8 1 2 H BTU Output 14 000 BTU per Burner x4 Infrared Back Burner 10 000 BTU Total BTU 68 000 Primary Ignition Push N Turn Flame Throw er Secondary Igniti...

Page 5: ...g rack Flame Tamer Flame Stabilizer Grid Zone Cooking Removable Heat Zone Separators Rotisserie Kit Motor Optional Burner Commercial Quality Cast Stainless Steel Gas Type Each grill contains an NG LP Orifice Kit Warranty Limited Lifetime Defects in manufacturing and w orkmanship Cooking grids Flame Tamers Heat Zone Separators stainless housing as w ell as the stainless burners against rust through...

Page 6: ...Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page 6 Version 1 6 BBQ SPECIFICATIONS NOTE ALWAYS have equipment measured by Contractor before beginning any project ...

Page 7: ... appliance is not intended for commercial use FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas 1 Shut off gasto the appliance 2 Extinguish any open flame 3 If odor continues immediately call your gassupplier oryour fire department General Safety and Installation Warnings Safe operation of the BLAZE GRILL depends upon its proper installation Only a qualified professional installer and service technician must perfo...

Page 8: ... in the gas supply line to this appliance This applies to permanently installed natural gas and propane installations This does not apply topropane portable installations using a 20 pound tank APPLIANCE INSTALLATION This gas appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes If installation is planned in an area with no local codes the gas appliance must be installed in accord with the...

Page 9: ...by first placing the burner tube shutter hole securely over the valve orifice and ensuring the male post on the rear of the burner rests in the opening in the grill chassis Failure to do so could result in a fire and injury BEWARE OF SPIDERS CAUTION BURNER TUBES MUST BE INSPECTED AND CLEANED BEFORE EACH USE Spidersand small insectsoccasionally spin websor make nests in the burner tubes These websc...

Page 10: ...liance isnot approved to be installed in or on any recreational vehiclesand or boats Blaze Grillsare for single family residential use only When determining a suitable location take into account concerns such as exposure to wind proximity to traffic paths and keeping any gas supply lines as short as possible Do not store combustiblematerials gasoline or flammable liquids or vapors around the appli...

Page 11: ...ofessional and local code for adequate venting requirements Keep the ventilation openings of the enclosure free and clear from any debris Firm Level Surface Use your applianceonly on a firm level surface This appliance is not designedfor recreational vehicles and should not be installed on a boat or marine craft Protection from Weather Keep the appliance protected from adverse weather including ra...

Page 12: ...re food is not forgotten in the appliance forgotten items could melt or catch fire when the appliance is turned on To prevent injuries do not use accessories that are not recommended by the manufacturer Before cleaning the appliance disconnect the rotisserie and trip the circuitbreaker Never use the appliance in windy conditions If located in a consistently windy area oceanfront mountaintop etc a ...

Page 13: ...m any heated surfaces sharp edges and dripping grease Be certain your appliance is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with applicable codes Toguarantee the electrical safety of this appliance continuity must exist betweenthe appliance and an effective grounding system It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met The manufacturer cannot be held res...

Page 14: ...ns Be sure that the gas supplied to the appliance conforms to the model you purchased A Natural Gas appliance requires natural gas to operate an LP appliance requires liquid propane gas tooperate Never connect the appliance to an unregulated gas supply line Appliances operated without a regulatorare unsafe and will not be serviced until installed properly and safely Unsafe operation without a gasr...

Page 15: ...l gas code ANSI Z223 1a 1998 Installation in Canada must be in accordance with the standard CAN CGA B149 2 Propane Installation Code A licensed contractor or local gas company representative must perform all natural gas connections Ensure that the service supplying the appliance is fitted with a shut off valve conveniently positioned near the appliance and giving ease of access The appliance and i...

Page 16: ...pliance o On LP systems turn the cylinder valve knob counter clockwise one turn toopen Apply the leak testing solution by sprayingit on joints of the gas delivery system Thisincludesall valves pipe connections joints linesand every point from the gassource to the burners Blowing bubbles in the soap solution and or there is a faint gas smell Typically Gas has an Egg Smell indicates that a leak is p...

Page 17: ...before exchanging an empty bottle for a new one make sure all control valves are in the off position This can create a low flow of gas through the grill This would require the tank to be disconnected from the regulator and then reconnected to reset the regulator Open the valve shut off or ON LP tank Test for leaks by applying liquid soap solution toall joints Bubbles forming indicate gas leak The ...

Page 18: ... little setup Wedo however recommend the use of professional help during the installation of your unit as improper installation may affect your warranty Remove the unit from the box along with all accessories and check that no damage has occurred to the unit or any parts Remove all packaging materials labels and protective plastic film before you start cooking Burners Check the burner tubes and re...

Page 19: ...f valve must be installed in an accessible place Liquid Propane LP Gas and TankRequirement If your BLAZE Grill is for a Liquid Propane application a L P regulator set for 11 WC must be used and is for use with L P gas only The regulator and hose supplied must be used with a 20 lb L P cylinder A collar to protect the cylinder threads on the customer suppliedtank An arrangement for gas vapor withdra...

Page 20: ... and fully tightened to prevent leakage Always check forleaks beforeevery use If one is not alreadyavailable it is required that anON OFF shutoff valve be installed at thegas supply source and that the gassupply be turned off when either NaturalGasor LP Gasappliances arenot inuse Transporting and Storing LPGas Transport only one cylinder at a time Ensure the cylinder is secured in an upright posit...

Page 21: ... Only hand tighten the regulator 5 Check for leaks using a soapy water solution by spraying on all connections including all of the valves fittings lines etc any and all gas connections have the ability leak and therefore it is critical to check for leaks before each use 6 To disconnect after you have used the appliance turn the burner knobs to the OFF position 7 Close the Cylinder Valve by turnin...

Page 22: ... that should combustible materials such asa combustible wall be located behind the grill that the needed 5 for lid clearance doesn t satisfy the distance required from a combustible surface Protection from Weather Keep the appliance protected from adverse weather including rain and wind Wind particularly coming into the rear of the grill can affect the exhaust from escaping from the grill This can...

Page 23: ...ractor and or your local code authoritycan determine adequate ventilationforeach installation StainlessSteel ventpanels are available from your dealerto cover the islandventing The followinginformationisimportantto considerwhenadhering to your local code requirements LP Propane Gas LP gas is heavierthan air and will settle tothe lowestlevelsof the outdoor kitchen It is imperative to provide adequa...

Page 24: ... cross ventilationforthe areas where gas can accumulate at these higher levelsof the island cavity The followingdiagramshows a variety of examplesof ventinglocationsand configurationsfor an outdoor kitchen These are not the onlypossible optionsfor ventingbut insteadsimplysome examplesof the more common configurationsfound Notice the middle setof ventsbeingpositionedloweron the islandcavity for LP ...

Page 25: ...e burners are aligned with the valve orifice and seated in the bracket slot This is accomplished by first placing the burner tube shutter hole securely over the valve orifice and ensuring the male post on the rear of the burner restsin the corresponding slot in the grill chassis Failure to do so could result in a fire and injury If the outdoor kitchen countertop will overhang the face of the islan...

Page 26: ... insulated jacket is REQUIRED ALL BBQ ISLANDS MUST BE MANUFACTURED FROM NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL Minimum clearance to adjacent combustible construction at 14 from sides 16 from back MODEL DESCRIPTION HEIGHT A WIDTH B DEPTH C BLZ 3 25 3 Burner 8 1 2 23 1 4 21 1 4 BLZ 4 32 4 Burner 8 1 2 30 5 8 21 1 4 BLZ 5 40 5 Burner 8 1 2 38 3 8 21 1 4 A distance of 5 will be needed behind the grill for the lid t...

Page 27: ...Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page 27 Version 1 6 Installation Diagram 5 Gallon LP tank shown Installation Method for Low Pressure Gas Source Natural Gas Regulator shown ...

Page 28: ...re maintained All packaging has been removed All parts and components are properly in place An installer supplied manual gas shut off valve is fully accessible LP hose is clean and inspected for cuts wear abrasion or leaks Replace if necessary with a suitableUL ETL or CSA Listed part with internally threadedconnector Lighting the Appliance 1 Open the hood 2 Use caution when lighting burners by sta...

Page 29: ...s valves and consult an authorized service technician 7 Upon successful lighting repeat the process on the other burners you wish to light 8 To shut off the burners rotate the knob and turn to OFF It is normal tohear a popping sound when the burners are turned off 9 Close the valve at the gas supply Manually Lighting the Main Burners WARNING Do not use standard size matches or cigarette lighters t...

Page 30: ...olor to it It may have a tint of yellow and adjustment to the air shutters can be made to obtain a blue flameandproper gas glow see flame adjustment This appliance should be preheated before cooking with the main burner control settingsonHIGH for five minutes with the hoodclosed Manually Lighting the Rear Burner 4 5 burner grills 1 Open the hood Never use the rear burner with the warming rack in p...

Page 31: ...llips head screw holding the air shutter to the burner If the flame is yellow open theair shutter to makethe flame bluer If the flame is lifting off of the burner surface slightly closethe air shutter Re tighten the phillips head screw and re install the burner to recheck the flame appearance Repeat ifnecessary e Turn burners to low flame setting and test for proper flame height Flame should stand...

Page 32: ...d closed This allows any food particles or grease drippings to burn away Brush components with a stainless steel bristle brush to remove any remaining charredmaterials Cast StainlessSteel Burners The appliance must be completely cooled before proceeding Make sure the gas supply is off and all control knobs are in the OFF position You must remove all cooking grids and flame tamers to expose the mai...

Page 33: ... flametamer 4 Replace the heat zone divider and cooking grid Do not use thisburner with the flamer tamer reinstalled above theburner Note It is critical that the end of the infrared burner is installed appropriately onto the gas valve to ensure gas flows safely into theburner For additional information contact us at 866 976 9510 or go toBlazegrills com Preheating the Infrared Burner Always preheat...

Page 34: ...mn pressure If an individual is intending on using Propane provided from a larger tank permanently installed on location the regulator included with the appliance will only needto be converted for use with LP fuel see NG LP RegulatorConversion below Please be aware that this included regulator can only withstand an inbound pressure of 5 PSI or roughly 14 inches of water column pressure Any higher ...

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Page 36: ...ass fitting and have to replace the valve 7 Once the old orifice is removed replace it with the new orifice repeat for all burners When re installing the orifice do not over tighten or you will strip the brass fitting Little pressure is needed 8 Inspect burners for proper flame appearance The ideal flame appearance is one that is mostly blue and not lifting off of the burner surface There is an ai...

Page 37: ...der this or any implied w arranty for incidental or consequential damages and Blaze Outdoor Products liability is limited to the purchase price of the appliance only This w arranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights w hich may vary from state to state This w arranty is applicable in the United States and Canada only No one else is authorized to perform any obligatio...

Page 38: ...5 Burner RotisBurner BLZ 40 041 5 Burner Drip Tray BLZ 40 022 RotisValve BLZ 32 029 Electrode Wire RearBurner BLZ 32 042 StainlessSteel FlameTamer BLZ 32 064 Flashtube BLZ 32 058 StainlessSteelFlex line BLZ 32 039 3 Burner Firebox Cover BLZ 25 006 Temperature Gauge BLZ 32 035 4 Burner Firebox Cover BLZ 32 006 Valve BLZ 32 028 5 Burner Firebox Cover BLZ 40 006 3 Burner Warming Rack BLZ 25 033 Tempe...

Page 39: ...Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page 39 Version 1 6 BLAZE 3 Burner BLAZE 4 5 Burner Note Add one burner one flame tamer one heatseparator andone grid for the Blaze 5Burner ...

Page 40: ...nd outside of the Firebox see picture on page 14 You will need this number to properly register your appliance and activate coverage Write this information in the space provided below for your records Appliance model Appliance serial number Type of fuel being used Propane Natural Gas Date purchased Date installed Blaze dealer sname address Blaze dealer sphonenumber ...

Page 41: ...duct electronically on the blaze website vs mailing in the below paperwork blazegrills com Name First Last Email Phone StreetAddress AddressLine 2 City State Province Region Zip Postal Code Country What isthe model number of the Blaze Productpurchased What isthe serial number on the Blaze product only on grillsand side burners Where did you buy yourBlazeproduct Mail To Blaze Outdoor Products Warra...

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