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Grill Lighting Instructions:
1. BEFORE LIGHTING:
a) Always inspect the gas supply hose before turning the gas
“ON”. If there is evidence of cuts, wear, or
abrasion, it must be replaced before use. Use only a manufacturer approved replacement hose.
b) Check all gas connections for leaks before each use. Do not light grill if gas odor is present.
2. TO LIGHT MAIN BURNERS OF THE GRILL:
a) Read instructions before lighting.
b) Open lid prior to lighting your grill.
c) Turn all knobs to
“OFF” then open the propane cylinder valve or the natural gas valve on your gas hook up.
Always keep your face and body averted when lighting.
d) Push in and rotate each control knob counter clockwise slowly, to the
“HI” position. (When rotating the knob,
rotate for a two second count: do NOT turn the knob rapidly) The built-in igniter will click and spark, thus
lighting the torch light pilot flame, then the main burner. If the burner does not light IMMEDIATELY turn the
knob to off and wait 5 minutes for gas to dispel and repeat the lighting procedure.
e) Follow match lighting instructions if burner can
’t be lit after repeating 3-4 times.
3. TO LIGHT MAIN BURNERS with a MATCH or Barbecue Lighter:
(Temporary Solution when Ignition is disabled)
a) Read instructions before lighting.
b) Open the lid during lighting.
c) Turn all knobs to
“OFF” then open the propane cylinder valve or the natural gas valve on your gas hook up.
Always keep your face and body averted when lighting.
d) A long stove match or BBQ lighter must be used to reach the burners.
e) Do NOT drop a burning match into grill for lighting purposes.
f) Push and turn the main burner knob to the
“HI” position, then release.
g) Light burner by match. Make sure the burner lights and stays lit.
h) If necessary, call your dealer or the Jackson service line, for assistance with repairing your ignition system.
4. Flame Characteristics:
a) Check for proper burner flame characteristics. Each burner is adjusted prior to shipment; however, variations
in the local gas supply may take subtle necessary adjustments.
b) Burner flames should be blue and stable. There should be no excessive noise, or flame lifting. If any of these
conditions exist please call your Dealer. If the flame is yellow, it indicates insufficient air. If the flame is noisy
and tends to lift away from the burner, it indicates too much air.
c) NOTE: small yellow tips are okay.
5. Lighting the Rear Rotisserie (Infrared) Burner:
a) Read instructions before lighting.
b) Turn all knobs to
“OFF” then open the propane cylinder valve,
Or the natural gas valve at the quick release.
c) Always keep your face and body averted when lighting the grill.
d) Open lid during lighting.
e) Push and turn rear burner control knob to the
“HIGH” position, then
TECH-TIP
Remove Warming Rack before
using your rotisserie burner;
otherwise the rack may be
damaged due to excessive heat.
push and hold igniter button until burner lights. Up to 5 seconds is allowed for ignition.
f) Follow match lighting instruction if burner can
’t be lit after repeating above steps 3-4 times.
6. Lighting the Rear Rotisserie (Infrared) Burner by match:
a) Read instructions before lighting.
b) Open the lid during lighting.
c) Push and turn the rear burner knobs slowly to
“HI” position, then release.
d) Light by match with left hand. Make sure the burner lights and stays lit.
