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Special Instructions for the Use of
Regulator and LP (Propane) Cylinders
• Grill installation must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local
codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Storage and Handling
of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 or CSA B149.1, Natural Gas and
Propane Installation Code.
• Use only 20-pound LP (propane) gas cylinders equipped with a cylinder con-
nection device compatible with the connection for outdoor cooking appli-
ances. Only use with the regulator/valve assembly supplied.
• Never use charcoal briquettes or lighter fluid in a gas grill.
• Discard used and empty fuel cylinder in a safe place.
• Store spare fuel cylinders in a well-ventilated area away from the grill.
• Do not puncture or burn fuel cylinders.
• Do not operate the grill if there is a gas leak present.
• Do not enlarge orifice or burner ports when cleaning the regulator and burn-
er.
• If you smell gas, turn Burner Control Knobs to OFF to shut off gas to the grill.
Extinguish any open flame and open Lid. If odor continues, immediately call
your gas supplier or your fire department.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other grill.
• An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
• The LP-gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in
accordance with the specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) CFR 49 or the National Standard of
Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation
of Dangerous Goods; and Commission.
• If the grill is not in use, the Burner Control Knobs must be turned to OFF.
Close cylinder valve to shut off the gas supply. Storage of a grill indoors is
permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the grill.
Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not
be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.
• The regulator may make a humming or whistling noise during operation. This
will not affect safety or use of grill.
• Save cylinder cap and reinstall when not in use
• Use only licensed and experienced LP dealers.
• You may choose to replace your empty LP tank through an exchange service.
Use only those reputable exchange companies that inspect, precision fill,
test and certify their cylinders.
Instructions For Cleaning
CAUTION: Grill surfaces become hot during use. Allow all parts to cool completely
before handling and cleaning.
1. Turn the Burner Control Knobs to the OFF position and allow the Grill to cool
before disassembling and cleaning.
2 Remove and empty the Drip Tray.
3. Wash the Cooking Grids, Heat Plates, Drip Pan and Drip Tray with warm, soapy
water and, if necessary, a plastic scouring pad. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not
use steel wool, coarse scouring pads or harsh or abrasive cleaners. If neces-
sary, use a nylon bristle brush to loosen hardened food particles.
4. Wash exterior parts with a soft sponge and warm clear water. Non-abrasive
cleaners may also be used. Be sure to scrub with the grain direction of the
stainless steel.
5. Use a damp cloth to clean the inside of the Lid and Grill Body.
Cleaning the Side Shelf Burner Assembly
IMPORTANT: Clean the burner assembly prior to use after storing, at the beginning
of the grilling season or an inactive period of one month. Spiders and insects like to
build nests in burner tubes, especially during colder months. The nests can cause
fires in burner tubes or under grill.
In order to clean the inside of the burner tube, the Side Shelf Burner Assembly must
be removed from the Grill.
1. Make sure the gas cylinder has been turned OFF. Disconnect the gas line from
the Regulator to the Burner then disconnect the Ignitor Wire from the Ignitor. DO
NOT pull on the wire itself. Grasp the crimped end of the connector and gently
pull straight down to disconnect.
2. Raise the Side Shelf Burner cover. Remove the cast iron cooking grate and the
brass diffuser from the center of the burner. Inspect the diffuser and clean it as
needed.
3. Remove the three mounting Bolts, Lock Washers and Flat Washers that secure
the Side Shelf to the grill. Lift the Side Shelf up and away from the grill then set
the assembly upside down on a clear, stable working surface.
4. Two small screws, lock washers and flat washers are used to secure the burner
to the Side Shelf. Remove the screws and washers. Lift the burner from the Side
Shelf. Inspect both ends of the burner and clean it as needed.
5. Carefully reassemble the Burner Assembly, making sure the mounting screws
are tight, all parts have been properly reassembled and the Ignitor Wire has
been reconnected to the Ignitor.
6. Clean the outside of the Side Shelf Burner assembly with a paper towel or damp
sponge
Storing Your Propane Grill
1. Cover Grill if stored outdoors. Store Grill indoors only if the propane cylinder is
turned off and disconnected, removed from Grill and stored outdoors in a well-
ventilated space and out of the reach of children.
2. When removing Grill from storage, follow the Cleaning the Side Shelf Burner
Assembly instructions before starting the Grill.
Any service requiring disassembly other than the above cleaning must be performed
by an authorized appliance repair technician. Do NOT ship gas cylinder if product
needs service or repair.
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