Premium Infrared Gas Grill Owner’s Manual R3-1, R3N-1 Models R3B-1, R3BN-1 Models GAS-FIRED Page 1
IMPORTANT This manual should be read thoroughly by the person installing the grill and all persons who will use and maintain the grill. The installer should be sure the manual is left in the possession of the user. The user should retain this manual for future reference when using or cleaning the grill and to properly identify any repair parts that may be required. WARNING Reference this manual for proper installation and maintenance instructions.
Congratulations! Welcome to the beauty, durability, and prestige of a Premium Gas Grill by Broilmaster®. With award-winning excellence built into every feature and durability that surpasses other Premium gas grills, Broilmaster has manufactured the ultimate gas grill for discriminating outdoor chefs for over 30 years. At Broilmaster, we continually strive to enhance the performance and quality of our products for your grilling enjoyment.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Congratulations! You have chosen the finest grill for your outdoor cooking pleasure. Please take time to read this entire manual before assembling your Premium Broilmaster gas grill. Hardware Package ............................................................................................................................................. 5 Parts Diagram ........................................................................................................................................
HARDWARE PACKAGE B072217 SCREW 1/4-20 X 3/4 PH TRUSS HEAD SS QTY=6 B101082 SPACER, IGNITOR R3B ONLY B073978 SCREW #10-24 X 1 PHILLIPS TRUSS STAINLESS B073097 FOAM GRIP B072684 GROUND WIRE R3 ONLY B101212 COLLECTOR BOX ASSEMBLY R3B ONLY QTY=2 R3918 KNOB B101278-2-1008 B076529 BATTERY, AA Page 5
PARTS DIAGRAM All repair part orders should be placed through your local Broilmaster dealer. To locate a dealer in your area, visit www.Broilmaster.com. To ensure prompt and accurate service, please provide the following information when placing a repair part order: Model Number, Serial Number, Part Name, Part Number, and Quantity of parts needed.
PARTS LIST Index Description Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 12 13 14 15 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 N/S N/S N/S N/S N/S N/S N/S N/S Grill Body Top - Black Heat Indicator (Stainless) Lid Handle (Stainless) Foam Grip Stainless Steel Retract-A-Rack Stainless Steel Rod Cooking Grid Briquet Rack Burner Burner Shield Collector Box Assembly Ignitor Spacer Infrared Burner (1 required) Infrared Burner (2 required) Radiation Shield Grill Body Bottom - Black Infrared Ignitor (1 Required) Infrared Ignitor (2 Require
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Practices to Avoid Personal Injury When properly cared for your Broilmaster Infrared Grill will give safe, reliable service for many years. However, extreme care must be used since the grill produces intense heat, which can increase accident potential.
GRILL ASSEMBLY Before You Begin Recommended Tools All Broilmaster grills require some assembly and installation. Follow all instructions unless noted to apply only to other specific models. These items are recommended for the assembly of your grill: If you purchased an accessory with your Broilmaster, follow the instructions provided with the accessory for assembly and installation. If an instruction refers to a step that is not required for your grill model, please continue to the next step.
GRILL ASSEMBLY 1. Mount grill onto cart, post or base per the mounting instructions. 2. Place radiation shield (13) (flange side up) onto four raised bosses located on the interior bottom of the grill. Secure with four 1/4-20 x 3/4 screws. See Figure 1. 4. R3B model only: Insert collector box assembly into hole adjacent to burner. The opening of the collector box should be facing the burner. The infrared ignitor wire slides through the empty hole next to the burner. See Figure 3. Figure 1 3.
GRILL ASSEMBLY 5. Place blue flame burner on the left and infrared on the right into grill and insert burner tubes over orifice fittings on valve (17). Secure each burner and burner shield (9) with one (1) 1/4-20 x 3/4 phillips screw. See Figures 4, 5 and 6. R3 model only: Use lugs to attach ground wire before screwing the two infrared burners on. See Figure 6. Tuck ground wire underneath the burners to prevent damage.
GRILL ASSEMBLY 6. Remove ignitor from the control panel by unscrewing the ignitor button and nut. Attach ignitor wires to terminals on the ignitor. See Figure 7. Figure 7 R3B 7. Re-attach the ignitor to the control panel , then tighten nut and insert AA battery, positive side down, and replace ignitor button. See Figure 8. Figure 8 8. Install foam grip (4) on lid handle (3). See Figure 9.
GRILL ASSEMBLY 9. Fasten the lid handle to the grill body top (1) with two #10-24 x 1" screws. See Figure 10. Figure 10 10. R3B models only: Place the briquet rack (7) over the blue flame burner only. See Figure 11. 11. R3B models only: Position the Char-Master briquet evenly on the briquet rack without overlapping. See Figure 11. Lid Stop Attach the lid stop assembly to the grill bottom as shown. Figure 12.
PROPANE GAS GRILLS Grill Location When choosing the ideal location for your Broilmaster Premium Gas Grill, remember this grill is designed for outdoor use ONLY. You should never install or operate your grill in any building, garage, or other enclosed area. For your safety, this grill should not be installed or operated under any combustible materials, such as carports, covered porches, awnings, or overhangs. Never install or operate your grill in or on any recreational vehicle or boat.
PROPANE GAS GRILLS Propane Cylinder Safety Connection Requirements Liquid Propane (LP) gas has a long history of safe use when the safety precautions provided in this manual are followed. Caution: Never use Liquid Propane (LP) gas in a grill designed for Natural gas, or Natural gas in a grill designed for Liquid Propane gas. Questions regarding different types of gases should be directed to your local gas supplier.
PROPANE GAS GRILLS Pressure Regulator and Hose Assembly The pressure regulator has an outlet pressure of not more than eleven (11") inches water column. It must be connected to the Propane gas cylinder’s male valve outlet before the grill can be operated. Caution: Operation of a Propane gas grill without the pressure regulator and hose assembly will cause gas leaks which could lead to fire or explosion, resulting in property damage or personal injury.
GAS CONVERSION TO NATURAL GAS 1. R3B Grills: Remove cooking grids, briquets and briquet rack from grill. 2. Blue Flame Burner: Remove blue flame burner shield and blue flame burner from grill (one (1) 1/4-20 x 3/4 phillips screw for burner). See Figure 16. Infrared Burner: Remove ignitor wire, lugs and infrared burner from grill (one (1) 1/4-20 x 3/4 phillips screw for each burner). See Figure 16. 3. Remove LP burner orifices marked 1.25 mm for R3B. Remove LP burner orifice marked 1.3 mm for R3. See Figure 17.
GAS CONVERSION TO NATURAL GAS 12. The natural gas inlet pressure at the grill is to be set at 7.0" of inlet pressure. 13. Ignite burner on grill and observe flame pattern. If flame is yellow in color or flame is lifting off burner, the air shutter on blue flame burners only will require adjustment. 14. Beneath the control panel you can access the air shutter which is located on the end of the burner tube. 15.
NATURAL GAS GRILLS Grill Location When choosing the ideal location for your Broilmaster Premium Gas Grill, remember this grill is designed for outdoor use ONLY. You should never install or operate your grill in any building, garage, or other enclosed area. For your safety, this grill should not be installed or operated under any combustible materials, such as carports, covered porches, awnings, or overhangs. Never install or operate your grill in or on any recreational vehicle or boat.
INFRARED COOKING General Overview Broilmaster Infrared gas grills make it possible for you to enjoy cooking outdoors quickly and effortlessly. In minutes, you can enjoy steaks, hamburgers, poultry, pork chops, fish and other foods. You can also cook more slowly if you wish. Broilmaster's optional accessories are designed to enhance your grill's versatility. Infrared Searing Method Searing is a process that seals juices in food by cooking with intense heat for a short period of time.
INFRARED COOKING SAMPLE TIMES & GRID POSITIONS FOOD FOOD "DONENESS" COOKING GRID COOKING GRID POSITION 1 POSITION 2 Medium Rare Medium/Medium Rare Medium Medium Rare Well Medium Well Not Recommended Not Recommended Rare Medium Rare Medium Well Medium Well Well Well Not Recommended Not Recommended Well Not Recommended Not Recommended Medium Well Well Not Recommended Done Not Recommended Not Recommended Done Not Recommended Not Recommended Done Not Recommended Not Recommended Done
INFRARED COOKING SAMPLE TIMES & GRID POSITIONS COOKING GRID POSITION 1 FOOD "DONENESS" COOKING GRID POSITION 2 Done Not Recommended Not Recommended Done Not Recommended Not Recommended Chicken Breast - Bone In Chicken Legs - Bone In Chicken Wings - Bone In Not Recommended Not Recommended Not Recommended Not Recommended 15 Minutes (Low) 15 Minutes (Low) Spare Ribs Not Recommended Not Recommended FOOD Boneless Chicken Breast - 3/4" Thick APPROXIMATE COOKING GRID COOKING TIME WITH INFRARED POSI
OPERATION - PROPANE & NATURAL GAS GRILLS Checking for Gas Leaks Operating Instructions Check for gas leaks every time you connect your Broilmaster propane gas grill to a Propane gas cylinder, when a connected cylinder has not been used recently, or when either a natural or propane grill is being used for the first time. Before each use, inspect all hoses. If it is evident there is excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to using your Broilmaster grill.
OPERATION - PROPANE & NATURAL GAS GRILLS Before Cooking Before cooking on a grill for the first time, it should be operated to burn off any oil residue from the manufacturing process. 1. 2. 3. 4. Raise the grill lid. Light grill burners. Burn on HI for ten minutes. Close the lid and burn on HI for an additional ten minutes. 5. Turn OFF gas. The grill is now ready for use. Preheating Before cooking on a gas grill, allow the grill to preheat on HI for 5 minutes with the lid open.
BLUE FLAME BURNER MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Grill Grease Tray Caution: To prevent injury, do not clean a hot grill. Note: Do not use a commercial cleaner on the cooking grids. Do not brush grids while they are hot. For baked on residue use a BRASS (NOT STEEL) brush on the cooking grid and other components. Burn Off This process is much like that used in self-cleaning ovens and is most efficient when completed after each use of the grill. Caution: Do not open the grill during the burn off process.
INFRARED BURNER MAINTENANCE General Overview Proper care, maintenance and cleaning will help ensure a long life for your grill. Periodic cleaning will help avoid accumulations of flammable grease and other debris. Exterior Clean regularly with a solution of mild detergent and hot water. Touch-up paint is available from your dealer. Broilmaster protective covers are recommended. Stainless steel components can be easily cleaned with a spray-on stainless steel cleaner found in most hardware stores.
INFRARED BURNER MAINTENANCE face are immediately incinerated. However, some debris and residue may remain. To remove this residue after cooking, turn the grill on HIGH for 5-10 minutes with the hood OPEN. Standard Cleaning The cooking grids may also be removed and cleaned with a brass or stainless steel bristle brush and soapy solution. Standard oven cleaners may be used for further cleaning. Rinse the cooking grids thoroughly with clean water before using.
TROUBLESHOOTING Although the manufacturer has attempted to ensure that your grill will operate properly and satisfactorily, sometimes problems do arise. The following troubleshooting guide lists several possible problems and their probable cause and solution. Problem Cause Solution Burner will not light. Gas injector not inserted in venturi tube. Realign/engage gas injector with the venturi tube. Clogged gas injector. Remove gas injector from gas control assembly and clean. Obstruction in gas line.
WARRANTY TERMS The Most Durable Grill Known To Man Limited Lifetime 10 Years Limited 5 Years 1 Year • • • • • Casting top and bottom (except paint) Control panel, stainless steel fasteners, shelves, warming racks Select stainless steel components - cart, mounting Cast stainless steel cooking grids (Damage caused by dropping, scraping, or abrasive cleaning voids the warranty for cooking grids) Stainless steel burner • • Infrared burners (Damage caused by liquid voids the warranty for burners) All other
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