Use & Care Outdoor Gas Grills VGBQ53024 / VGBQ53624 / VGBQ54224 / VGBQ55424 / VGIQ542241 / VGIQ554241 CVGBQ53024 / CVGBQ53624 / CVGBQ54224 / CVGBQ55424 / CVGIQ542241 / CVGIQ554241
Congratulations We hope you will enjoy and appreciate the care and attention we have put into every detail of your new, state-of-the-art grill. Your grill is designed to offer years of reliable service. This Use and Care Manual will provide you with the information you need to become familiar with the care and operation of your outdoor grill. Your complete satisfaction is our ultimate goal.
Warning and Important Safety Instructions appearing in this manual are not meant to cover all possible conditions and situations that may occur. Common sense, caution, and care must be exercised when installing, maintaining, or operating the appliance. ALWAYS contact the manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.
Getting Started Warnings & Safety WARNING DANGER If you smell gas 1. Shut off gas to the appliance. 2. Extinguish any open flames. 3. Open lid. 4. If odor continues, immediately call your gas supplier. TO PROTECT AGAINST ELECTRIC SHOCK 1. Do not immerse cord or plugs in water or other liquids. 2. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. 3. Do not operate any outdoor appliance with a damaged cord, plug or after the appliance has malfunctioned. Contact the manufacturer for repair. 4.
• Spiders and insects can nest in the burners of the grill and block the gas and air flow to the burner ports. This may cause a fire from behind the manifold cover. Inspect and clean the burners periodically. • Keep the ventilation openings at the rear of the cart and cylinder enclosure free and clear to allow proper flow of air. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. • Clothing fires are potential hazards. Do not wear long flowing sleeves around the grill.
Getting Started Features 14 13 12 11 1 10 2 9 3 8 7 4 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 5 6 Electronic ignition Rotisserie control knob Grill burner control knobs Pull out drip tray Interior light switch Stainless steel grids w/ceramic briquette trays underneath 7. Smoker box 8. Rotisserie bracket 9. Rotisserie motor 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. Note: Control locations will vary according to model.
Prior to turning on the gas, inspect the gas supply tubing or hose. Look for evidence of abrasion, cuts, wear and tear, or other damage which could require replacement prior to use. Make sure all burner control knobs are off. Do not attempt to light the burners if the smell of gas is present. Check the connection with a soap and water solution after attaching the hose. Make sure there is gas in the tank and the tank is upright.
Lighting Grill Lighting Grill Burners Open the hood or remove covers. Push and turn the control knob until the “HIGH” position on the knob aligns with the indicator line on the control panel. Press the electronic ignition button corresponding to the burner being lit. You will hear a clicking sound. Turn the control knob to the desired setting. If the burner does not light in 4 seconds, turn the knob to “OFF” and wait 5 minutes before trying again. This will allow accumulated gas to dissipate.
Using Grill Before You Begin • The first time you use the grill, turn the control knob to “HIGH” and preheat racks for an additional 15–20 minutes. This allows the grates to be “seasoned.” • Before each use, turn the control knob to “HIGH” and preheat for 5 –7 minutes. • Check to be certain the drip tray is in place. • Light the grill burners using the lighting instructions. • Place the food on the grill and cook to the desired doneness. Adjust heat setting, if necessary.
Cooking Tips Food Weight or thickness Total Control suggested setting cooking time* Special instructions and tips BEEF Hamburgers 1/2” (1.3 cm) – 3/4” (1.9 cm) Med 8 – 15 min. Grill, turning once when juices rise to the surface. We suggest that ground chuck be used for hamburgers, as it will give you a juicier hamburger. Do not leave hamburgers unattended since a flare-up could occur quickly. STEAKS Remove excess fat from edge. Slash remaining fat at 2” intervals to keep edges from curling.
Grilling Tips TruSear™ Infrared Grilling Tips Infrared grilling produces intense heat which quickly sears the meat. Searing locks in flavor and juices while allowing the outer surface to absorb smoke and food aroma that is produced as grease and drippings are vaporized by the burner. The result is a crisp, flavorful outside with a tender, juicy inside. As a general rule, foods will cook in about half the time they would take on an ordinary grill. • • • • • Preheat the infrared burner for 2-3 minutes.
Smoker Box Using the smoker box feature intensifies the flavor by adding smoke to the grilling process. The additional smoke creates a “cloud” around the food which permeates meats and vegetables for added smoky flavor. In order to use the smoker box, remove the last set of stainless steel grids and briquette tray on the right hand side of the grill. Set the smoker box in the opening so that the front and rear tabs rest on the support brackets.
Rotisserie To load the skewer, slide one of the rotisserie forks (prongs facing away from the end) onto the skewer. Push the skewer through the center of the food, then slide the second rotisserie fork (prongs toward the food) onto the skewer. Center the product to be cooked on the skewer then push the forks firmly toward the food. Tighten the wing nuts with pliers. It may also be necessary to wrap the food with butcher’s string to secure loose portions. Never use nylon or plastic string.
Cleaning and Maintenance CAUTION • DO NOT use a metal knife or any other metal tool to scrape stainless steel parts. Any piece of equipment works better and lasts longer when • DO NOT permit citrus or tomato juice to remain on maintained properly and kept clean. Grilling equipment is no stainless steel surfaces, as citric acid will permanently exception. Your grill must be kept clean and maintained properly. It discolor stainless steel. Wipe up any spills immediately.
Cleaning and Maintenance Cleaning Your Grill Burners Before removing the grates and burners, make sure the gas supply is off and the knobs are in the “OFF” position. To disassemble the grill for thorough cleaning, remove parts after they have cooled in the following order. 1 2 Remove grill grates. 3 Remove ceramic briquette trays 1 Unclip holding tab at the rear of each burner. Note: Tabs may be sharp, wear gloves and use care when removing and reinstalling burner.
Cleaning and Maintenance WARNING Spider Inspection You should inspect the burners/venturi tubes at least once a year, or immediately if any of the following conditions occur. SPIDER AND INSECT INFESTATION Spiders and insects can nest in the burners/venturi tubes of this or any other grill, and cause the gas to flow from the front of the burner. This is a very dangerous condition that can cause a fire to occur behind the valve panel, thereby damaging the grill and making it unsafe to operate.
Cleaning and Maintenance Replacing Interior Halogen Canopy Lights CAUTION glass light cover DISCONNECT THE ELECTRIC POWER BEFORE REPLACING BULB. DO NOT touch bulb with bare hands. Clean off any signs of oil from the bulb and handle with a soft cloth. access groove 1. Unsnap glass light cover using a screwdriver in the access groove. 2. Firmly grasp light bulb and pull out. 3. Replace with halogen bulb using volt and wattage requirements listed on glass cover. light bulb 4.
Service Information If service is required after checking the troubleshooting guide, call your authorized service agency. When you make a service call, be sure to have the following information handy: • Model Number • Serial Number • Date of Purchase • Name of dealer from whom purchased Be ready to clearly describe the problem that you are having with your grill.
Warranty PROFESSIONAL SERIES OUTDOOR GAS GRILL WARRANTY TWO YEAR FULL WARRANTY Outdoor gas grills and all of their component parts, except as detailed below*, are warranted to be free from defective materials or workmanship in normal residential use for a period of two (2) years from the date of original retail purchase or closing date for new construction, whichever period is longer..
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