Checking for Leaks
Burner Connections
1. Make sure the regulator hose and valve connections are securely fastened to
the burner and the tank.
2
. Visually check the connection between the burner / venturi tube and orifice.
3
. Make sure the burner / venturi tube fits over the orifice.
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WARNING: Failure to inspect this connection or follow these
instructions could cause a fire or an explosion which can cause
death, serious bodily injury or damage to property.
4. Please refer to diagram for proper installation (Figures 1 and 3
).
5. If the burner / venturi tube does not rest flush to the orifice, as shown, please
contact 1.800.963.0211 for assistance.
Tank / Gas Line Connection
1. Make
2-3 oz. of leak detection solution by mixing one part liquid dishwashing
soap with three parts water.
2. Make sure control knobs are in the “ OFF” position (Figure 3
).
3. Connect LP gas tank per “Installing LP Gas Tank” section.
4. Turn LP gas tank valve to “OPEN”.
5
. Spoon several drops of solution, or use a squirt bottle, at all “X” locations
(Figures 1, 2 and 4
).
a. If any bubbles appear, turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED”, reconnect and
re-test.
b. If you continue to see bubbles after several attempts, turn LP gas tank valve
to “CLOSED” and disconnect LP gas tank, per “Disconnecting LP Gas Tank”
section.
c. If no bubbles appear after one minute, turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED”,
wipe away solution and proceed.
Operating Main Burners
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 on
(HIGH) with the lid closed.
This will “heat clean” the internal parts and dissipate odors.
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 3
).
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
5).
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 6
).
Note: Each burner lights independently - repeat steps
5
-9 for the other burners.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Figure 1 Main Burners
X
Burner /
Venturi Tube
LP Gas Valve
with Orifice
LP Gas
Connection
Figure 2 Side Burner
LP Gas
Connection
Valve
Soft Pipe
Connection
Burner/
Venturi
Tube
Figure 3
OFF
Figure 4
X
X
X
X
X
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