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Operating Instructions (continued)
Lighting
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CAUTION: Keep outdoor gas cooking appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
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CAUTION: Do NOT obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
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CAUTION: Check and clean burner/venturi tubes for insects and insect nests. A clogged tube can lead to a fire.
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CAUTION: Attempting to light the burner with the lid closed may cause an explosion.
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 . All control knobs must be in the “ OFF” position (Figure 2) .
4 . Connect LP gas tank per “Installing LP Gas Tank” section .
5 . Turn LP gas tank valve to “OPEN .”
6 . 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 (included with grill) to light burners . Access the burners through the cooking grid and heat plates . Position lit match
near side of burner (Figure 4) .
Important:
Always use the lighting rod (included) 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 5) .
Note
: Each burner lights independently - repeat steps 5-9 for the other burners .
Cleaning and Care
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 gas and the ventilation of 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 6) .
5 . See sections below for proper cleaning instructions .
6 . 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 .
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 LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED .”
2 . Turn all control knobs clockwise to the “ OFF” position .
Note: A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the gas is burned .
3 . Disconnect LP gas tank per “Disconnecting LP Gas Tank” section .
4 . Remove cooking grids and heat plates .
5 . Remove burners by removing the fasteners, which secure the burners to the grill bottom .
Figure 6
Burner Flame Conditions
Use this chart to see if your burners need to be
cleaned .
1-2 in. /
25.4 - 50.8 mm
Normal:
Soft blue flames with yellow
tips between 1 in . - 2 in . height .
Needs cleaning:
Noisy with hard
blue flames .
Has to be replaced:
Wavy with
yellow flames .
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If burner flame goes out during operation,
immediately turn the control knobs to the “
OFF” position,
LP gas tank valve “CLOSED” and open lid to let
the gas clear for 5 minutes before re-lighting.
CAUTION
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Putting out grease fires by only closing the lid
is not possible.
CAUTION
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WARNING
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When cooking, fire extinguishing materials
should be readily accessible. In the event of
an oil/grease fire, use type BC dry chemical
fire extinguisher or smother with dirt, sand
or baking soda. Do NOT attempt to extinguish
with water.
Turning Off
1 . Turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED .”
2 . Turn all control knobs 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 “Disconnecting LP Gas Tank” section .
Controlling Flare-ups
1. If a grease fire develops, turn control knobs to the “ OFF” position and LP gas tank
valve “CLOSED.” 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.
2. Do NOT leave grill unattended while preheating or burning off food residue on (HIGH).
If grill has not been cleaned, a grease fire can occur.
Flare-ups are a part of cooking meats on a grill and add 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
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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 .
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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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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.
NOTICE
