Operating instructions

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Each time you use the barbecue, make sure that:
1. The area around the barbecue is clear of fl ammable
vapors, liquids, and substances such as gasoline,
yard debris, wood, etc.
2. There is no blockage of the air fl ow through the vent
space located below the face of the unit.
3. When using propane gas:
a. The special ventilation openings in the enclosure
are kept free and clear of debris (see PLANNING
THE LOCATION OF THE BARBECUE).
b. If connected to a propane cylinder, the rubber hose
attached to the regulator is carefully inspected
before each use.
c. The propane cylinder, regulator, and rubber hose are
installed in a location not subject to heating above
125° F (51° C).
4. The burner fl ames burn evenly along both sides of
each burner with a steady fl ame, which is mostly
blue with yellow tipping. (Refer to section on AIR
SHUTTER ADJUSTMENT.) If burner fl ames are not
normal, check the orifi ce and burner for insects or
insect nests.
5. The in-line gas valve or gas cylinder valve is always
shut OFF when the barbecue is not in use.
6. The drip collector hole is clear and unobstructed.
Excessive grease deposits can result in a grease
fi re.
7. The barbecue is free and clear from combustible
materials, gasoline, and other fl ammable vapors
and liquids.
BARBECUE SAFETY INFORMATION & MAINTENANCE
WARNING
NEVER cover the entire cooking or grill surface with griddles or pans. Overheating will occur and
burners will not perform properly when combustion heat is trapped below the cooking surface.
CAUTION: NEVER spray water on a hot gas unit.
DRIP COLLECTION SYSTEM
The drip collector in this barbecue is part of the unit’s
main frame and is located below the burners. The drip
collector has one hole that will allow excess drippings to
fall through during cooking, while separating the fi rebox
from the drip tray. Clean the drip tray after each use.
The drip collector allows you to brush or scrape residue
from the barbecue’s inner liner into the drip tray.
Following the manufacturers instructions and regular
cleaning of the barbecue’s interior with oven cleaner,
will help to prevent grease fi res.
Periodically, check the burners to make sure they
are clear of debris. Properly adjusted burner fl ames
burn evenly along both sides of each burner with
a steady fl ame (mostly blue with yellow tipping). If
burner fl ames are not normal, check the orifi ce and
burner for insects or insect nests. (See section on
CHECKING/CONVERTING THE BURNER ORIFICES
for instructions on burner removal and replacement.)
Check the burner ports at least annually for blockage by
removing the burner (see orifi ce changing instructions)
and visually inspect the gas intake tube for insects
and nests. A clogged tube can lead to a fi re beneath
the grill.