OPERATION OF YOUR GRILL
INTRODUCTION
Outdoor burner appliances create more
heat than interior kitchen cooking ranges,
as the high-performance burner(s) creates a
much hotter flame. The burner(s) contained
in this appliance requires a constant, steady
supply of fresh air to mix with the fuel.
Using the burner in windy conditions may
disrupt the proper air flow. Wind can be
particularly disruptive (and damaging) if you
are cooking on HIGH. Excessive winds can
trap the hot air and gasses inside the
appliance and cause an overheating
condition. An early warning sign of this
condition can be seen by the lack of
apparent heat reaching the pot or pan. If
this is the case, turn down the heat.
Any damage caused by this overheating
condition is NOT COVERED by warranty.
PRE-COOKING CHECKLIST BEFORE YOUR
FIRST USE:
1. Make sure ALL packing materials have
been removed from the interior and the
exterior of the appliance. This includes the
removal of all protective vinyl coating found
on the appliance.
2. Make sure the fuel lines have been
connected per instructions in the
installation section of this manual.
AT EACH NEW SEASON:
At the start of each new grilling season, the
grill should be inspected. Remove the
weather cover and the top finger grate pan
from the unit. Remove the burner(s) by
sliding it toward the rear and off of the
valve orifice. Check the burner for any
apparent obstructions. Also check the
orifices at the tip of each valve. Look
especially for cotton-like or mud-like
formations. Spiders, wasps, and other
insects nest in these areas and can disrupt
air and gas flow, and can cause damage to
the grill or personal injury.
A wire brush can be used on the outside of
the burner(s) to remove any scale or foreign
matter. The inside of the burners can be
cleaned and flushed out with a garden hose.
Make sure burners are completely dry
before re-inserting into the grill.
Obstructions found in the orifice at the tip
of the valves can be cleared using a paper
clip or a small wire. Never use a wooden
toothpick as it can break off and clog the
hole.
As a final check, inspect all hoses and gas
lines for any evidence of damage.
By following these procedures, you can
keep your outdoor burner operating like
new for years to come. If you have any
questions, you can always call the factory at
(800) 475-1950
CHECKLIST BEFORE EACH USE:
Always make sure that:
1.
You DO NOT smell gas BEFORE you light
the appliance. If you smell gas, shut
everything OFF and call a qualified
plumber to check for leaks. See also
section in this manual entitled ‘FINAL
CHECKS’ in the ‘GAS CONNECTIONS’
portion of this manual.
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