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Why doesn’t the hose and regulator supplied with my grill fit the older propane tank I’ve used for
years?
U.S. Government regulates gas appliances and propane gas tanks. When regulations are changed, propane gas tank
fittings are altered to ensure compliance. If your propane gas tank does not fit the hose and regulator supplied with your
new grill, the tank is outdated and must be replaced.
Are the serial and model numbers of my grill listed somewhere for future reference?
What causes grill parts to rust, and what effect does it have on my grill?
Rusting is a natural oxidation process and will not affect the short-term performance of your grill.
To slow the rusting process on cooking grids, grease the grates before and after each use. Use a brush to apply a thin
layer of cooking oil or vegetable shortening onto each grate. We do not suggest spray-type oils unless they are specified
for high-temperature cooking. If your cooking grates are porcelain coated, be sure to coat the entire cooking surface,
including the edges and any areas with chipped porcelain.
Routine care and maintenance is required to preserve the appearance and corrosion resistance of stainless steel.
Stainless steel can corrode, rust, and discolor under certain conditions. Rust is caused when regular steel particles in
the atmosphere become attached to the stainless steel surface. Steel particles can also become attached to your grill if
you use steel wool or stiff wire brushes to clean the grill instead of non-abrasive cloth, sponge, or nylon cleaning tools. In
coastal areas, rust pits can develop on stainless surfaces that cannot be fully removed. Bleach and other chlorine-based
solutions used for household and pool cleaning can also cause corrosion to stainless steel.
Weathering, extreme heat, smoke from cooking, and machine oils used in the manufacturing process of stainless steel
can cause stainless steel to turn tan in color. Although there are many factors which can affect the surface appearances
of stainless steel, they do not affect the integrity of the steel or the performance of the grill. To help maintain the finish of
stainless steel, clean your grill after each use. See
“Exterior Stainless Steel Surfaces” (page 45)
for instructions.
Why won’t my grill light properly?
• Always light the burner farthest from the fuel source firs
t. This draws gas across the manifold and helps prevent air
pockets that obstruct gas flow.
• Check your propane gas supply. An em
pty propane gas tank weighs about 20 pounds. A full tank weighs about 40
pounds.
• Make sure that all gas connections are secure.
• Clean the
igniter with a soft bristle brush.
• Reposition the
igniter.
• Make sure that the end of each burner tube is
properly located over each gas valve orifice.
• There may be an obstruction in the gas line orifice. Remove
the fuel line from the grill. Open the gas supply for one
second to clear any obstruction from fuel line. Close off the gas supply at its source and reconnect fuel line to the
grill.
• If an obstruction is suspected in the orific
e or gas valves, call the TYTUS Support Center.
My grill has a low flame and sometimes will not light. Why?
You need to purge air from the gas line or reset the regulator excess gas flow device. See
“
How do I purge air from my
gas
line and/or reset the regulator excess gas flow device?” (page
1
for instructions.
Opening the tank valve all the way or too quickly triggers the regulator’s safety device to shut down gas flow, which
prevents excessive gas flow to your grill. Lighting the burner farthest from the fuel source every time will help eliminate
air pockets in the manifold.
Note: Effective April 1, 2002, all propane gas tanks sold must include an Overfill Protection
Device (OPD). This internal device prevents the propane gas tank from being overfilled. Tanks
without an OPD valve can not be refilled.
WARNING: Do not smoke while clearing the gas line.
WARNING:
• Always wear protective gloves and safety glasses when cleaning your grill.
• Turn off the gas supply at the source and disconnect the unit before servicing. To avoid
the possibility of burns, maintenance should be done only when the grill is cool and off.
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The model and serial numbers are listed on a silver label loacted inside of right side door.
If your grill has a side burner, it will have its own silver label and a model number ending in “SB.” This is not the
primary grill model number or serial number needed for product warranty registration or for customer support.
