The Life of the Kitchen2 EPICURE ® OUTDOOR U SE AND CARE GRILL MANUAL Models: 0B36, 0BS36, 0B52, 0BS52, OBSB162 Style varies, model 0B52 shown. Table of Contents Important Safety Instructions ................................ 1 Getting to Know Your Outdoor Grill ......................... 4 Setting Up Your Outdoor Grill ................................. 6 Operating Your Outdoor Grill .................................. 8 Care and Cleaning ...............................................
To Our Valued Customer: Congratulations performance on your purchase of the very latest in Dacor * products! Our unique combination of features, style and make us The Life of the Kitchen =, and a great addition to your home. In order to familiarize yourself with the controls, functions, and full potential of your new Distinctive Appliance, we suggest that you thoroughly read this use and care manual, beginning with the Important Safety Instructions section.
INSTALLER: LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE APPLIANCE. [_ DANGER CUSTOMER: READ THIS USE AND CARE MANUAL COMPLETELY BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.SAVE IT FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.ITCONTAINS IMPORTANT USE AND CARE INFORMATION. KEEP YOUR SALES RECEIPTOR CANCELED CHECK IN A SAFE PLACE,PROOF OF ORIGINALPURCHASE DATE IS REQUIRED FOR WARRANTY SERVICE, For service and warranty information see page 24. 1.
Im nstructi o ns General Safety Precautions To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, serious injury or death, follow basic safety precautions, following: 2 including the
WARNING WARNING CAUTION 3
Outdoor Grill Features [] Rotisserie Hotor Bracket: Holds the rotisserie motor in place during rotisserie cooking. [] Illumina'" Burner Control Knobs: Use the knobs to light and adjust the heat level for the various burners. The matching knob illuminates when a burner is on. The trim rings I_!, located behind each knob, prevent liquids from getting into the outdoor grill's internal parts. [] Rotisserie Rod with Forks: Put meat on the rotisserie rod to cook with the rotisserie.
Grill compartment Models OB36 and OBS36 Grill compartment 12 Models OB52 and OBS52 Grill Cart: Model OBC36 Shown Not Shown: Cart Models OBC52 and OBCW52 5
Electrical Requirements Assembling the Cooktop WARNING Grill Compartment Assembly • Connect the power cords for this outdoor cooking gas appliance only to an electrically grounded outlet that meets local codes for outdoor appliances. In the absence of local codes, the electrical outlet must meet National Electric Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code Standards for outdoor appliances. • Keep any electrical supply cords and the fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces and sharp edges.
Side burner assembly OB52, OBS52 and OBSB162 only Sideburner Side burner cover [ / Side burner head@ I ) Side burner grate Grill compartment grates Flame spreaders Warming rack Drip tray Outdoor Grill Assembly - Model OB852 shown 7
LPTank Connection Instructions for LP tank connection and use for outdoor grills equipped for use with a portable LP tank. WARNING • Dacor outdoor grills are factory equipped for use with either LP or natural gas. DO NOT A'FI-EMPTFIELD CONVERSIONS FROM LP TO NATURAL GAS OR FROM NATURAL GAS TO LP. • Use only a U.S. DOT or CSA approved LP gas supply tank. The LP tank must include a collar to protect the tank valve.
Tank-lessGas Supply Selecting and Using Cookware for the Optional Side Burner WARNING WARNING Dacor outdoor grills are factory equipped for use with either LP or natural gas. DO NOT A'FI-EMPTFIELD CONVERSIONS FROM LP TO NATURAL GAS OR FROM NATURAL GAS TO LP. • Use cookware only for its intended purpose. Check the manufacturer's recommendations before use to determine if a utensi! is suitable for use on a cooking appliance.
Lighting the Burners Lighting and Preheating-Grill Compartment WARNING i. , • Do not light the appliance if you smell gas. Call for service. • To avoid a fire or explosion hazard, light the burners only as instructed. Keep all body parts away from the burners during lighting and use. • EXPLOSION HAZARD - Do not light the outdoor grill with the canopy closed. • Always inspect the gas line before use. If there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear or it is 3.
Lighting the Side Burners (OB52, OBS52 Burner Lighting Notes and OBSB162 Only) Each side burner control knob has an icon next to it to tell you which burner it operates. 1. 3. Dacor's automatic re-ignition system will automatically ignite an extinguished flame. ° If the igniter does not work for one of the standard burners, it may be lit using the manual lighting instructions. See page 12. ° A normal flame for the standard"U" burners and the side burners is steady and blue in color.
To manually light the optional Lighting the Burners (Continued) Manual Lighting Procedures-Grill Compartment 1. Make sure the drip tray is in place. 2. Make sure all control knobs are in the OFF position. 3. Make sure the grate above the sear burner is in place. 4. If using a LP tank, turn the valve on the top of the tank, counter-clockwise, to the fully open position. 5. Use the provided match holder or a long stem match to light the burner manually.
, Rotisserie Cooking WARNING • , To avoid an e×plosion or fire hazard, do not use the rotisserie burner during high wind conditionsl avoid electric shock and burn haZard; keep body parts away from the rotisserie burner during lighting and use, ;: Attach the rotisserie motor to the side of the outdoor grill by slipping the edge of the bracket down into the slot on the right side of the frame. The canopy must be open.
Manual Rotisserie Cooking (Cont.) 4. , , Lighting Procedure- Rotisserie i. Make sure the drip tray is in place. Make sure the motor power cord is routed away from all surfaces that become hot when any of the burners are lit. 2. Make sure all control knobs are in the OFF position. 3. If using a LP tank, turn the valve on the top of the tank, counter-clockwise, to the fully open position. Turn on the motor and watch the meat rotate several times.
Smoker Cooking 5. With the canopy closed, preheat the outdoor grill to a temperature of 225 to 300OF. Make sure the burner under the smoker box is lit. Once the outdoor grill reaches the above temperature range, allow an additional 15 to 20 minutes for smoke to gather inside the grill compartment. 6. Open the canopy and place the food on the grates as close to the smoker box as possible. Doing so will allow the smoked flavor to penetrate the meat. 7. Close the canopy.
Using the Optional Sear Burner Models 0BS36 and 0BS52 Safe Cooking Temperature Chart Below is the USDA Minimum Safe Cooking Temperature for Various Foods.* Temperatures are obtained using a meat thermometer inserted into the food. Only The optional infrared (IR) sear burner is located on the right side of the grill compartment. It quickly sears meat to lock in flavor and juices. The meat also absorbs smoke and food aroma the burner produces when it vaporizes the grease and drippings.
Cleaning Cleaning Instructions • Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet and close the gas shut-off valve before cleaning. To keep your outdoor grill looking and operating its best, clean it after every use. Spills that remain on the parts may be very difficult to clean, especially if allowed to burn on. Certain types of food, such as tomatoes, citrus juices, vinegar, alcohol and milk can damage the finishes if you allow them to stand for any length of time.
Cleaning the Porcelain Grates and Warming Rack Cleaning the Rotisserie Parts • 1. Clean the rotisserie rod and forks with a solution of hot dishwashing soap and the coarse side of a sponge. Rinse and dry with a soft, lint-free cloth. 2. Wipe the outside surface of the rotisserie motor with a soft damp cloth. Apply a small amount of dishwashing soap to the cloth to cut grease. Be careful not to get fluid inside the openings in the motor.
Cleaning the Optional Side Burners Cleaning the Exterior Knobs and Trim Rings IMPORTANT CAUTION Doing so will protect them and help keep them clean; The igniter Will not work properly if the burner Cap; burner head, burner base or the igniter itself are not clean. A dirty or wet igniter may not spark at all. Keep the igniters clean and dryto reduce this _: problem and avoid unnecessary service calls: 1. Remove the grate and disassemble the side burners underneath for cleaning as shown.
Light Bulb Replacement To replace a light 1. WARNING , bulb, follow these steps: Disconnect the outdoor grill power cord from the electrical outlet. Remove the lens from the housing by pulling straight out. In some cases the lens may be tight enough to require the use of the included lens pry stick. Use the lens pry stick with caution. Do not cause uneven stress on the lens. Gently insert the pointed end of the pry stick under the edge of the lens.
Standard "U" Burner Removal Testing/Resetting the Ground and Replacement Fault Interrupter (GFI) The optional outdoor grill cart is equipped with a GFI to minimize the risk of injury due to an electric shock in the event of a short circuit. If your outdoor grill is connected to a GFI outlet that is not part of a Dacor grill cart, the following instructions still apply. WARNING The "U" burners can be removed for cleaning and inspection.
DacorStainlessSteelCleaner Replacement halogenlightbulb(12Vac,20Watt) Lensprystick A302 100429 Vinyl cover for built-in 36" outdoor grill OVBC36 Vinyl cover for built-in OVBC52 62974 52" outdoor grill Vinyl cover for 36" outdoor grill and cart OVCC36 Vinyl cover for 52" outdoor grill and cart OVCC52 Cutout trim kit for model OB36 and OBS36 OBGT36 Cutout trim kit for model OB52 and OBS52 OBGT52 20" Epicure access door assembly (storage access door for built-in installations) OBAD20 36" Epic
Problem Solution Guide Nothing works. Igniters do not spark (no clicking sound). Sparking, but no flame (burners make a clicking sound, but do not ignite). Standard "U" burner flame is distorted or uneven. Outdoor grill not connected to electrical power. Connect power plug to electrical outlet. Power to electrical outlet is off. Check for tripped circuit breaker or blown fuse. Check also for tripped ground fault interrupter (see page 21). Power outage. Contact power company. Wet or dirty igniter.
:, _:_ Service OUTSIDE THE FIFTY STATES OF THE U.S.A., THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, AND CANADA: Getting Help LIMITED FIRST YEAR WARRANTY Before you request service, please review the Before You Call for Service section on page 23. If you have performed the checks in the Problem Solution Guide and the problem has not been remedied, please contact us at one of the numbers below.
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