GSF3016E
Instruction Manual
Guide d’utilisation
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Check for gas in propane tank.
Refer to the
Excessive flow safety valve
reset procedure
on page 15.
Mild dishwashing liquid detergent Hot water
Nylon cleaning pad Wire brush
Paper clip Putty knife/scraper
Compressed air
DO NOT use cleaners that contain acid, mineral spirits or xylene.
Outside surfaces
Use a mild dishwashing detergent and hot water solution to clean. Rinse thoroughly with water.
Inside surface
If the inside surface of the grill lid has the appearance of peeling paint, baked on grease has turned to carbon and is flaking off.
Clean thoroughly with a strong solution of detergent and hot water. Rinse with water and allow it to completely dry.
Interior of grill bottom – Remove residue using brush, scraper and/or cleaning pad. Wash with a dishwashing detergent and
hot water solution. Rinse with water and let dry.
Cooking Grates – The porcelain grates have a glass-like composition that should be handled with care. Use a mild
dishwashing detergent or baking soda and hot water solution. Non-abrasive scouring powder can be used on stubborn stains.
Rinse with water.
Heat Plates – Clean residue with wire brush and wash with soapy water. Rinse with water.
Grease Cup – Periodically empty the grease cup and clean with a dishwashing detergent and hot water solution.
Cleaning the Burner Assembly
1. Turn gas off at the control knobs and propane tank.
2. Remove cooking grates and heat plate.
3. Remove grease cup.
4. Remove burner by unscrewing nut from beneath burner “foot” using a screwdriver and pliers.
5. Lift burner up and away from the gas valve orifice.
6. Clean inlet (venturi tube) of burner with small bottle brush or compressed air.
7. Remove all food residue and dirt on outside of burner surface.
8. Clean any clogged ports with a stiff wire (such as an opened paper clip).
9. Inspect burner for damage (cracks or holes). If damage is found, replace with a new burner. Reinstall burner. Make
certain the gas valve orifices are correctly positioned, pointing straight into
burner inlet (venturi tube). Also, check
position of spark electrode.
Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible Cause
Prevention/Cure
Check if propane tank is empty. If
empty, replace or refill. If propane tank is
not empty, refer to
Excessive flow
safety valve reset procedure
on page
15.
Turn the coupling nut about one-half to
three quarters additional turn until solid
stop. Tighten by hand ONLY - do not use
tools.
Clear burner tubes.
Check for bent or kinked hose.
Reengage burner and valve.
Clean venturi.
Clean burner ports.
B
urner will not light using knobs or
igniter.
Wires and/or electrode covered with
cooking residue.
Electrode and burners are wet.
Electrode cracked or broken –
sparks at crack.
Wire loose or disconnected.
Clean wire and /or electrode with
rubbing alcohol.
Wipe dry with cloth.
Replace electrode.
Reconnect wire or replace electrode/
wire assembly.
Burner will not light using a match.
No gas flow.
Coupling nut and regulator not fully
connected.
Obstruction of gas flow.
Disengagement of burner to valve.
Spider webs or insect nests in venturi.
Burner ports clogged or blocked.
