Outdoor LP Gas Barbecue Grill Model No. GBC1349W / BY13-101-001-12
11. Try water pans to reduce flare-ups and cook juicer meats. Before starting grill, remove
cooking grids and place a heavy duty shallow pan directly on heat plates. Fill half way with
water, fruit juices or other flavored liquids. Replace cooking grids and position food over
the loaded pan.
12. Enhance food flavors by using wood chips in smoker boxes or aluminum foil pouches.
Follow the wood manufacturer’s instructions.
13. Rotisseries, grill baskets, vertical poultry holders and other accessories can enhance your
experiences, reduce cooking times and aid in clean-up.
14. Clean cooking grids and racks after every use with a quality grill brush designed for your
grid material.
15. After every use, allow grill to cool. Then protect clean cooking grids with a light coat of
cooking oil, empty grease pan, wipe outside surfaces with a suitable kitchen cleaner and
protect surfaces with a quality cover that properly fits your grill.
16. Watch barbecue themed TV shows or purchase related barbecue cookbooks to learn more
interesting tips like –
A gas grill is ideal for reheating leftover pizza. Set burners on low and place pizza slices
directly on preheated cooking grid. Close lid and cook until cheese starts to bubble.
Cleaning and Care
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CAUTION:
1. All cleaning and maintenance should be done when grill is cool
and with the fuel supply disconnected.
2. DO NOT clean any grill part in a self cleaning oven. The extreme
heat will damage the finish.
3. Do not enlarge valve orifices or burner ports when cleaning the
valves or burners.
Notices
1. This grill should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a regular basis.
2. Abrasive cleaners will damage this product.
3. Never use oven cleaner to clean any part of grill.
Before Each Use:
1. Keep the grill area clean and free from any
combustible materials, gasoline, and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
2. Do not obstruct the flow of the combustion of LP
and the ventilation air.
3. Keep the ventilation opening(s) of the LP gas tank
area free and clear from debris.
4. Visually check the burner flames to make sure
your grill is working properly (Figure 10).
5. See sections below for proper cleaning
instructions.
6. Check and clean the burner/venturi tubes for
insects and insect nests. A clogged tube can lead
to a fire beneath the grill.
Cleaning Surfaces
1. Wipe surfaces clean with mild dishwashing
detergent or baking soda mixed with water.
2. For stubborn surfaces use a citrus based
degreaser and a nylon scrubbing brush.
3. Rinse clean with water.
4. Allow to air dry.
Cleaning Main Burners
1. Turn control knobs to “ OFF” and LP gas tank
valve to “CLOSED.”
2. Disconnect LP gas tank per “Disconnect LP Gas
Tank” instructions.
3. Remove cooking grids and heat plates.
4. Remove burners by removing the fasteners securing the burners to the grill bottom.
5. Lift burners up and away from gas valve orifice.
6. Disconnect wire from spark electrode.
7. Clean inlet (venturi) of each burner with small bottle brush or compressed air.
8. Remove all food residue and dirt on burner surfaces.
9. Clean any clogged ports with a stiff wire (such as an opened paper clip)
10. Inspect burners for any damage (cracks or holes). If damage is found, replace with new
burner(s) from manufacturer.
11. Reinstall burners, checking to insure that gas valve orifice is correctly positioned inside
each burner inlet (venturi). Also check position of spark electrode.
12. Replace heat plates and cooking grids.
13. Connect LP gas tank per “Installing LP Gas Tank” section.
14. Perform leak test. See “Checking for Leaks.”
Operating Instructions (continued)
Figure 10
Burner Flame Conditions
Use this chart check to see if your
burners need to be cleaned.
1-2 in.
/
25.4 - 50.8 mm
1-2 in.
/
25.4 - 50.8 mm
Normal:
Soft blue flames with yellow
tips between 1 in. - 2 in. hight.
Needs Cleaning:
Noisy with hard blue
flames.
Has to be cleaned or replaced:
Wavy
with yellow flames.
Operating Side Burner
NOTE:
Side burner can be used while main burners are operating.
Never use side burner as a grill.
CAUTION: Maximum load for sideburner and side shelf is 33 lbs.
CAUTION: Using pots larger than 6 quarts in capacity could exceed
weight limit of the side burner shelf, resulting in failure of grill cart
components.
CAUTION: DO NOT lean on the side burner shelf.
Lighting
1. Open lid.
Attempting to light the burner with the
lid closed may cause an explosion!
2. Make sure there are no obstructions of airflow to
the burner. Spiders and insects can nest within and
clog the burner/venturi tube at the orifice. A clogged
burner tube can lead to a fire beneath the appliance.
3. Control knob must be in the “ OFF” position
(Figure 7).
4. Connect LP gas tank per “Installing LP Gas Tank”
section.
5. Turn LP gas tank valve to “OPEN.”
6. Select burner to light. Push and turn control knob to
(HIGH). The burner should light. Repeat up to three
times.
7. If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn burner
control knob “ OFF,” wait 5 minutes and repeat
lighting procedure.
8. If igniter does not light burner, use a lit match
secured with the lighting rod provided to light
burner manually. Position the lit match near side of
the burner (Figure 8).
Important:
Always use the lighting rod provided when
lighting burners with a match.
9. After lighting, observe the burner flame, make sure
all burner ports are lit and flame height matches
illustration (Figure 9).
CAUTION: If burner flame goes out
during operation, immediately turn the
control knobs to the “ OFF” position,
turn the LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED”
and open lid to let the gas clear for
about 5 minutes before re-lighting.
Turning Off
1. Turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED.”
2. Turn control knob clockwise to the “ OFF” position.
Note:
A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the LP gas is burned.
3. Disconnect LP gas tank per “Disconnect LP Gas Tank” instructions.
Cooking
1. Open lid and ignite the side burner per “Lighting Instructions” section.
2. Adjust control knob to desired flame height.
3. Place pan on center of grid.
4. Cook and adjust temperature as needed.
6. Turn grill OFF per “Turning Off” instructions.
Tips for Better Cookouts and Longer Grill Life
1. For great recipes and tips, visit recipes.uniflame.com
2. For food safety tips visit: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fact_Sheets/Barbecue_Food_Safety/
3. Use the upper cooking grid (warming rack) for keeping cooked food warm, toasting breads
or cooking delicate foods in aluminum foil pouches.
4. Use the side burner of this appliance like a normal kitchen range for boiling, sautéing or
frying.
5. To keep food from sticking to the grids, spray or coat with cooking oil before lighting.
6. To reduce flare-ups, keep grill clean, use lean cuts of meat (or trim fat) and avoid cooking
on very high temperatures.
7. Place delicate foods like fish and vegetables in aluminum foil pouches and indirect cook or
place on upper cooking levels (warming rack).
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WARNING: Never cover entire cooking area with aluminum foil.
8. To avoid losing natural juices, use long-handled tongs or spatulas instead of forks and turn
foods over just once during cooking.
9. When direct cooking, adjust your burners to different levels so foods can be prepared to
different internal temperatures in the same time frame.
10. When indirect cooking roasts and larger cuts of meat, place meat onto a roasting rack
inside a heavy gauge metal pan. Place pan over the un-lit burners.
Figure 7
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Figure 8
Figure 9
Burner
Flame
Slight
Yellow
Slight
Blue
Dark
Blue
