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AMG MANUAL

Summary of Contents for AMG Series

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Page 3: ...e to the Summerset family and we hope you love your new grill Please record the following information and refer to it when contacting Summerset Professional Grills or an authorized dealer The serial number is located on the rating plate The rating plate is located on the exterior basin of the grill fire box and on the underneath side of the drip tray select models only Serial Number Model Date of ...

Page 4: ...y piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 5 psi 3 5kPa WARNING IF YOU SMELL GAS Improper installation adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause property damage injury or death Read this manual thoroughly before installation use or servicing of this product DANGER IF YOU SMELL GAS Shut off all gas supply lines to the grill Extinguish any open flames Carefully open the lid...

Page 5: ...supply cord and the fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces Electrical cords should be placed away from walkways to avoid tripping hazard Do not repair or replace any part of the grill unless specifically recommended in this manual Other service should be performed by a qualified technician If the grill is installed by a professional installer or technician be sure that he she shows you whe...

Page 6: ...Hood Stop Rod Holder 2 ea HOLDERBRAK AMG N A Natural Gas Valve Orifice MVO AMG N 17 Rear Hood REAR HOOD AMG36 N A Propane Gas Valve Orifice MVO AMG P 1 Main Hood HOOD AMG54 18 Hood Lift Assist Spring 2 ea 10035 2 Temperature Gauge TEMP AMG 19 Cooking Lights 3 ea LIGHT BULB AMG 3 Hood Handle 10047 20 Left Rotisserie Rod Bracket AMG RTSBKT L 4 Hood Handle Stanchions 2 ea HOOD BKT AMG 21 Right Rotiss...

Page 7: ...2 ILLUSTRATED PARTS AMG 36 ...

Page 8: ... in or on recreational vehicles portable trailers boats or any other moving installation Children should never be left unattended in an area where a grill is located Place your grill well away from areas where children play Do not store items that may interest children in or around the grill in the cart or in the masonry enclosure NOTE PARTIAL ENCLOSURES Many backyards have areas that are partiall...

Page 9: ...e back of the grill This can cause poor grill performance as well as overheating Pay careful attention to the location of the gas line It should be routed away from sources of heat and should make as few bends as possible Check to see if the gas line connection will be accessible when grill is installed If the gas line connection is not easily accessible when the grill is installed support the gri...

Page 10: ...shut off valve should be turned OFF LP CYLINDERS MUST NEVER BE STORED INDOORS If your grill is stored indoors the cylinder must be disconnected and removed IMPORTANT For you to truly enjoy the experience of cooking on your AMG high performance grill we recommend connecting it to a bulk fuel supply if possible A standard 20 pound liquid propane cylinder cannot supply enough gas for extended cooking...

Page 11: ... system at test pressures equal to or less than 0 5 psi 3 5kPa The grill and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressure in excess of 0 5 psi 3 5 kPa WARNING If damage is unnoticed until the grill is unpacked notify the transportation company or carrier immediately and file a concealed damage claim ...

Page 12: ...perature When using solid fuel NEVER FILL THE TRAYS BEYOND THE MAXIMUM LEVEL INDICATED ON THE TRAYS THE GRILL WILL OVERHEAT WHICH MAY CAUSE DAMAGE NOT COVERED IN YOUR WARRANTY 12 Burner Covers The AMG burner cover is another innovative patent pending component built of 14 gauge 430 stainless steel While protecting the burners from falling grease and debris they also prevent burner ports from becom...

Page 13: ...d A Natural Gas grill requires natural gas to operate an LP grill requires liquid propane gas to operate Check the rating label on the left hand side of the unit to be certain of the gas type intended for this grill Your AMG grill is equipped with a convertible gas regulator that is set at our factory for the type of gas indicated on the rating plate Never connect the appliance to an unregulated g...

Page 14: ...rting to a different gas requires a gas conversion kit available from AMG or from your dealer and must be installed by a qualified technician Installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with either the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 Natural Gas and propane Installation Code CSA B149 1 or Propane Storage and Handling Code B149 2 in Canada Do not operate t...

Page 15: ...the grill Do not touch hot surfaces without your protective hi temp gloves Always use the handle to open or close the grill Never light the grill with the hood closed and be certain that the burners are positioned and seated over the gas valves and on the burner support Never lean over the cooking surface when lighting or operating the grill Always use your hi temp grilling gloves when operating t...

Page 16: ...ropane cylinders indoors or on their sides Do not subject your LP gas cylinder to excessive heat and always store the cylinder in an upright position Never store your LP cylinders indoors Make sure that when attaching components all connections are secured and fully tightened to prevent leakage If one is not already available it is recommended that an ON OFF shutoff valve be installed at the gas s...

Page 17: ...se right back to the off position 5 Wait 5 minutes for the gas to fully clear and try again STANDARD LIGHTING PROCEDURE BREAK IN TUNE UP MATCH LIGHTING PROCEDURE Each of the burners on your AMG operate independently and must be lit adjusted and shut down separately When lighting the grill for the first time you will likely notice a moderate amount of smoke and fumes coming from the burners burner ...

Page 18: ...priate for food that is less than 2 inches in thickness Searing is a type of direct grilling using more extreme heat A grill must be able to reach at least 700 F at the cooking surface for good searing Searing is done quickly and is often followed by Before each use perform a quick safety check of the grill and grilling area 1 Clean and inspect the gas hose If there are signs of abrasion cuts wear...

Page 19: ...ience than wood or charcoal cooking and the food can indeed taste great Gas cooking is cleaner and less time consuming but also a little less fun Gas fires also produce more water vapor than solid fuels and will not produce the seasoned flavors that some solid fuels are capable of The main burners are capable of heating the grill to about 700ºF with all burners firing Remember the cooking surface ...

Page 20: ...EYOND THE MAXIMUM LEVEL INDICATED ON THE TRAYS THE GRILL WILL OVERHEAT WHICH MAY CAUSE DAMAGE NOT COVERED IN YOUR WARRANTY WARNING NEVER FILL THE TRAYS BEYOND THE MAXIMUM LEVEL INDICATED ON THE TRAYS THE GRILL WILL OVERHEAT WHICH MAY CAUSE DAMAGE NOT COVERED IN YOUR WARRANTY GRILL FEATURES 1 Place an even single layer of charcoal briquettes up to or below the maximum level indicated on the fuel tr...

Page 21: ...you may turn off the main burners and close the hood if you wish 4 The wood fire will go through an intense burning cycle before it is ready to be used for cooking Leave the hood open while this occurs Wait until the fire has burned down to an appropriate level before closing the hood and proceeding with cooking on the grill Generally wood grilling is done over a low and even flame that does not r...

Page 22: ...eaner to regularly clean and polish the exterior surfaces 3 The most difficult part of cleaning your grill is removing burnt on food and grease 4 Using a citrus based or organic de greaser to remove everything that isn t burnt on 5 Next use powdered Bar Keepers Friend with a terrycloth rag to remove the bulk of stubborn stains and discoloration 6 Be careful to follow the grain direction of the sta...

Page 23: ...ip or other suitable tool 7 Finally sweep or vacuum the remaining ash from the bottom of the firebox basin 8 Empty the clean out pan again BEFORE GRILLING GRILLING GRATES NOTE Use only a stainless steel or brass bristle brush for cleaning your cooking grates Never use a steel wire brush or steel wool on your grates It will leave small amounts of mild carbon steel behind embedded into the grain of ...

Page 24: ...in 6 6 Visually inspect each burner to confirm it is structurally sound and that none of the ports are clogged 7 7 Shine a flashlight through the end of the venturi to inspect for any blockages 8 8 Carefully clean the burner using a brass brush Clogged burner ports may be cleared using compressed air a pin or straightened paper clip Do not use a wooden toothpick or anything else that could break o...

Page 25: ...e to harsh environments chemicals or overheating Warranty will not apply for damage resulting from improper installations abuse extreme environments grease fires or misuse Regular and proper maintenance is required Coastal humid and or salt environments are subject to manufacturer review All out of box claims must be made within 30 days of purchase and must be made prior to installation Any produc...

Page 26: ... burn down When flame has subsided reload baskets with proper amount of fuel as described in these instructions Uneven burner f l a m e u n e v e n heat 1 Gas valve orifices and or burners are dirty or partially blocked 2 Low gas pressure 1 Clean burners and valve orifices 2 Provide sufficient gas pressure to grill Excessively orange or yellow gas flame 1 Burner s out of adjustment 2 Burner s are ...

Page 27: ...WIRING DIAGRAM AMG 36 COOKING LIGHT LEFT LIGHT WIRE COOKING LIGHT RIGHT TRANSFORMER PLUG POWER WIRE SOCKET SOCKET LIGHT WIRE LED LIGHTS STAINLESS STEEL FLEX LINE WIRE SOCKET LED SWITCH COOKING LIGHT SWITCH ...

Page 28: ... you have everything you need conveniently on hand Summerset Professional Grills strives to meet every outdoor living expression We offer a wide range of products from grills refrigeration sinks accessories and more Our goal is to ensure you have everything you need to create your perfect outdoor atmosphere No matter the style or budget Summerset will deliver an experience that will help create th...

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