GST1811
Owner’s Manual
10
Checking for Leaks
1. Make a 2-3 oz. of leak solution by mixing one part liquid dishwashing soap with three parts water.
2. Make sure control knob is in the “OFF” position.
3. Spray some solution on the tank valve up to the regulator connection.
4. Inspect the solution at the connections, looking for bubbles. If no bubbles appear, the connection is secure.
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5. If bubbles appear, you have a leak. Go to step 6.
6. Disconnect the regulator from the tank and reconnect, make sure the connection is secure.
7. Retest with solution.
8. If you continue to see bubbles, replace the cylinder or contact the customer service center.
Lighting Your Grill
Danger:
Failure to open lid while igniting the barbecue’s burners or not waiting 5 minutes to allow gas to clear if the
barbecue does not light ,may result in an explosion, which could cause serious bodily injury or death.
WARNING
: Never stand with your head directly over the grill when preparing to light it, to prevent possible bodily injury.
Main Burner
1. Open lid while lighting burner.
WARNING
: Attempting to light the burner with the lid closed may cause an explosion. Make sure there are no
obstructions of airflow to the gas unit. Spiders and insects can nest and clog the burner/venturi tube at the orifice. A
clogged burner tube can lead to a fire beneath the appliance.
2. Make sure the control knob is locked in the “OFF” position.
3. Turn gas supply ‘’on’’ by connecting propane cylinder to regulator inlet fitting.
4. Place a lighter gun or a lit match up through the hole in the side of the unit.
IMPORTANT:
Use the hole on the opposite
side of where the regulator valve is connected.
5. Push and turn control knob to “high” setting. After lighting, please observe the burner flame; make sure all burner ports
are lit. A blue / yellow flame of 1-2 inches from the burner rod should appear (refer to drawing).
6. If burner does not light after first try, turn the control knob to its “off” position and wait 5 minutes for gas to clear before
trying again. If burner flame goes out during operation, immediately turn the gas “off” and open lid to let the gas clear for
about 5 minutes. Attempt to re-light.
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Before cooking on this grill for the first time, operate the grill for about 15 minutes with the lid closed and the gas turned
on “high.” This will “heat clean” the internal parts and dissipate odor from the painted finish.
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Clean your grill after each use, DO NOT use abrasive or flammable cleaners, as it will damage the parts of this product
and may start a fire. Clean with warm soapy water
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Observe flame height when lit:
Flame should be a blue/yellow color between 1 to 2 inches high.
Confirm that the burner is properly lit and that the flame pattern is as desired. If the
flame pattern is other than normal, consult the troubleshooting guide on page 20
for corrective action.
Flare-ups
“Flare-ups” sometimes occur when food drippings fall onto the hot heat plate or burner and ignite. Some flaring is
normal and desirable, as it helps impart the unique flavors associated with grilled foods. Controlling the intensity of the
flare-ups is necessary, however, in order to avoid burned or unevenly cooked foods and to prevent the possibility of
accidental fire.
WARNING: Always monitor the grill closely when cooking and turn the flame level down (LOW) or OFF, if flare-
ups intensify.
Shutting Off the Burner
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Always turn the valve knob clockwise all the way to the “LOCK OFF’’ position.
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Promptly disconnect the propane cylinder.
