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Outdoor LP Gas/Charcoal Barbecue Grill
Model No. GBC1690W-C
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Lighting Instructions
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CAUTION: Keep outdoor cooking appliance area clear and free from
combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids.
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CAUTION: Check to make sure the air vents are free of debris and ash
before using the grill.
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CAUTION: Attempting to light the grill with the lid closed may cause an
explosion.
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CAUTION: When using a liquid starter, always check bottom bowl
before lighting. Fluid can collect in the bottom bowl and could ignite,
resulting in a fire.
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CAUTION: Never add lighting fluid to hot
or warm coals as flashback may occur,
causing serious injury or damage to
property.
1. Open lid and vents.
2. Make sure bottom bowl is empty.
3. Remove cooking grid.
4. Arrange charcoal briquettes or other fuel on the
charcoal grid to the “Fill Line” (Figure 8).
5. Light per instructions on fuel package.
6. Allow fuel time to ash into glowing coals before
cooking.
Turning Off
1. Allow charcoal to completely extinguish itself.
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WARNING: Do NOT use water to extinguish. This can be dangerous
and cause damage.
2. Dispose of the ashes in a proper location.
Controlling Flare-ups:
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CAUTION: Do NOT use water on a grease fire. This can cause the
grease to splatter and could result in serious burns, bodily harm or
other damage.
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CAUTION: Do NOT leave grill unattended while preheating or burning
off food residue. If grill has not been cleaned, a grease fire can occur
that may damage the product.
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WARNING: When cooking, fire extinguishing materials should be
readily accessible. In the event of an oil/grease fire, use a type BC dry
chemical fire extinguisher or smother with dirt, sand or baking soda.
Do NOT attempt to extinguish with water.
Flare-ups are a part of cooking meats on a grill and adds to the unique flavor of grilling.
Excessive flare-ups can over-cook your food and be dangerous.
Important:
Excessive flare-ups result from the build-up of grease in the bottom of your grill.
If a grease fire occurs, close the lid until the grease burns out. Use caution when opening the lid
as sudden flare-ups may occur.
If excessive flare-ups occur, do
NOT
pour water onto the flames.
Minimize Flare-ups:
1. Trim excess fat from meats prior to cooking.
2. Cook high fat content meats indirectly.
3. Ensure that your grill is on a hard, level, non-combustible surface.
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.
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CAUTION: Unplug rotisserie motor from the outlet when not in use and
before cleaning. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
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.
Operating Instructions (continued)
If a grease fire occurs
, close the lid
AND
turn the control knob(s) to “ OFF” until the grease
burns out. Be careful when opening the lid as sudden flare-ups may occur.
If excessive flare-ups occur,
do NOT
pour water onto the flames.
Minimize Flare-ups:
1. Trim excess fat from meats prior to cooking.
2. Cook high fat content meats on (LOW) setting or indirectly.
3. Ensure that your grill is on a hard, level, non-combustible surface and the grease is
allowed to drain into grease receptacle.
Operating Side Burner
Note: Side burner can be used while main burners are operating.
Never use side burner as a grill.
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CAUTION: Maximum weight for side burner and side shelf is 33 lbs.
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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.
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CAUTION: Do NOT lean on the side burner shelf.
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CAUTION: Attempting to light the burner with the lid closed may cause
an explosion.
Lighting
1. Open lid.
2. Check for obstructions of airflow to the burners.
Spiders, insects and webs can clog the burner/
venturi tube. A clogged burner tube can lead to
a fire.
3. Control knob must be in the “ OFF” position
(Figure 3).
4. LP:
Connect LP gas tank per “Installing LP Gas
Tank” section.
NG:
Connect NG main line per “Installing Natural
Gas Line” section.
5. LP:
Turn LP gas tank valve to “OPEN.”
NG:
Turn natural gas main valve to “ON.”
6. Push and turn control knob to (HIGH). The burner should light. If not, 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 hook (included with
grill) to light burners. Position the lit match near side of the burner (Figure 7).
Important:
Always use the lighting hook (included) when lighting burner with a match.
9. After lighting, observe the burner flame. Make sure all burner ports are lit and flame height
matches illustration (Figure 6).
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CAUTION: If burner flame goes out during operation, immediately turn
the control knob to the “ OFF” position
(a) LP gas tank valve “CLOSED” or
(b) NG main valve “OFF”
and open lid to let the gas clear for 5 minutes before re-lighting.
Turning Off
1. LP:
Turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED.”
NG:
Turn natural gas main valve to “OFF.”
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. LP:
Disconnect LP gas tank per “Disconnecting LP Gas Tank” section.
NG:
Keep NG main gas line connected.
Cooking
1. Open lid and ignite the side burner per “Lighting” instructions.
2. Adjust control knob to desired flame height.
3. Place pan on center of grid.
4. Cook and adjust temperature as needed.
5. Turn grill off per “Turning Off” instructions.
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Operating Charcoal Grill
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CAUTION: Never use charcoal that has been pre-treated with lighter
fluid. Use only a high grade plain charcoal, charcoal/wood mixture,
lump charcoal or cooking wood.
First Use
1. Make sure all labels, packaging and protective films have been removed from the grill.
2. Remove manufacturing oils before cooking on this grill for the first time, by operating the
grill for at least 15 minutes with the lid closed. This will “heat clean” the internal parts and
dissipate odors.
Figure 7
Lighting
Rod
Match
Figure 8
