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General Warnings
This barbecue is not convertible to propane. Any
attempt to do so could result in injury or damage to
property and will void the warranty.
WARNINGS
Failure to follow the dangers, warnings and cautions
contained in this Owner’s Manual may result in fire or
explosion causing property damage, personal injury or
death.
Incorrect assembly may be dangerous. Please carefully
follow the assembly instructions. Do not assemble with
missing or damaged parts. If you do not understand
the instructions or need replacement parts, contact
Customer Service at 1-800-737-8815.
Check your local building codes for the proper method of
installation or in the absence of local codes, with either
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54,
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1,
or Propane Storage and Handling Code, B149.2
The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs
may impair an individual’s ability to properly assemble or
safely operate this barbecue.
Always place your barbecue on a hard and level surface. An
asphalt surface or wooden deck may not be acceptable.
The gas barbecue should be thoroughly cleaned on a
regular basis.
If the barbecue has been stored or left unused for a
period of time, it should be checked for gas leaks and
burner obstructions before use. See instructions in this
manual for correct cleaning and leak testing procedures.
Do not enlarge valve orifices or burner ports when cleaning
the valves or burners. Follow the proper procedures as
outlined in the burner cleaning section of this manual.
Keep ventilation openings clear of debris.
Do not operate the gas barbecue if there is an odor of
gas present or a gas leak.
Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks.
Combustible materials should never be within 24 inches
(61 cm) of the back or sides of your gas barbecue.
Always position the barbecue where there is ample air
flow for combustion and ventilation, but never in the path
of a strong wind.
Do not use this barbecue under an overhead combustible
surface or covered area such as a gazebo, umbrella
porch or awning.
Do not put a barbecue cover or anything flammable on
or in the storage area under the barbecue or on the side
shelves. Keeping outdoor cooking gas appliance area
clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and
other flammable vapors and liquids.
Your gas barbecue should never be used by children. Do
not let children or pets play around or below the grill or in
the cart. Never allow children or pets to crawl inside the
cart. Accessible parts of the barbecue may be very hot.
You should exercise care when operating your gas
barbecue. It will be hot during cooking or cleaning and
should never be left unattended or moved while in
operation.
When using the barbecue do not touch the grill rack, lid,
fire box or anything in the immediate vicinity of these
parts, as they can become extremely hot and may cause
serious burns.
Never lean over an open grill.
Use only dry pot holders and oven mitts. Moist or damp
pot holders or oven mitts on hot surfaces may cause
burns from steam. Do not use a towel or a bulky cloth in
place of pot holders or oven mitts, as they may touch hot
portions of the grill rack.
For personal safety, wear appropriate clothing. Loose-
fitting clothing should never be worn while using this
appliance. Some synthetic fibers are highly flammable
and should not be worn while cooking.
Should the burners go out while in operation, turn all
gas valves off. Open the lid and wait five minutes before
attempting to relight, using the igniting instructions.
Do not use charcoal, lighter fluid or lava rock in your gas
barbecue.
Do not use aluminum foil to line the grill racks or the fire
box. This can interfere with air flow or trap excessive heat
in the fire box or control area.
Should a grease fire occur, turn off all burners and leave
lid closed until fire is out.
Only the hose assembly supplied with the unit should
be used. Never substitute hoses for those supplied with
the grill. If a replacement is necessary contact Customer
Service for a replacement.
Do not attempt to disconnect any gas fitting while your
barbecue is in operation.
Do not repair or replace any part of the grill unless
specifically recommended by the manual or Customer
Service. All other service should be referred to a qualified
technician.
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