Instructions / Assembly
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Installing the Grill in a BBQ Island
NOTE: Check with City and Fire department for Local Building Codes. A Permit may be
required for outdoor kitchen construction.
Check your local building codes for the proper method of installation. In the absence of
local codes, this unit should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No.
Z223.1-1998 USA or CAN/CGA-B149.1/.2 Natural Gas/Propane Code (Canada) latest edition
or the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA
C22.1, 1990 or latest version.
- Before installing built-in grills in enclosures, copy all product information such as model number,
serial number, and type of gas (e.g. natural gas or propane) and store information in a safe place.
- If the grill is installed by a professional installer or technician, be sure that they show you where
your gas supply shut-off is located. All gas lines must have a shut-off that is readily and easily
accessible. If you smell gas, check for gas leaks immediately. Check only with a soap and water
solution. Never check for gas leaks with an open flame.
NOTICE: We strongly recommend professional installation and hookup of the Gas BBQ grill. These
instructions will provide you with the measurements necessary for you or your builder to construct a
masonry structure to house your outdoor gas grill.
IMPORTANT: Gas fittings, regulator, and installer supplied shut-off valves must be easily accessible.
Locate the grill only in a well ventilated area. Never locate the grill in a building, garage, breezeway,
shed, or other such enclosed areas without an approved ventilation system. During heavy use, the grill
will produce a lot of smoke. Ensure there is adequate area for it to dissipate.
Required Clearance
- CLEARANCE FOR NON-COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION: 12" clearance from the back of the
grill is needed for the purpose of opening the hood fully. It is desirable to allow at least 4" side
clearance to non-combustible construction above the cooking surface for counter space. If you
wish to use the rotisserie option, the space is essential for motor and rotisserie clearance. The grill
can be placed directly adjacent to non-combustible construction below the cooking surface. The
grill exhausts combustion products and cooking greases to the back. Never locate the grill where
this exhaust will be difficult to clean.
- CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION: A Minimum of 24" from the sides and a
minimum of 24" from the back must be maintained from the grill above and below the cooking
surface to adjacent vertical combustible construction.
For Built-in Installations
A built-in grill is designed for easy installation into masonry enclosures. For non-combustible
applications, the grill drops into the opening (as shown in grill island cut-out dimensions) above or
below depending on space, and hangs from its counter top trim. It is recommended that the enclosure
have ventilation holes to prevent gas build-up in the event of a leak. The deck ledges and counter
should be flat and level in reference to the floor. If your grill is equipped with an optional rotisserie,
electrical service should be provided. If your grill is equipped with an optional rotisserie, a minimum of
24" of clearance is needed on each side of the grill for the motor and rotisserie.