POWER BURNER PBE1-24 Models USER GUIDE US CA
! DANGER IF YOU SMELL GAS • Shut off gas to the appliance. • Extinguish any open flame. • Open lid. • If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department. ! WARNING • Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. • An LP cylinder not connected for use must not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
CONTENTS Introduction 3 Safety and warnings 4 Before you begin 9 Lighting instructions 10 Leak testing 12 Trivet assembly 13 Burner adjustment 14 Care and cleaning 16 Troubleshooting 17 Warranty and service 18 1
INTRODUCTION Easily cook for a crowd on the impressive DCS Power Burner. Designed to support different sized pots and woks, it combines powerful heat with precise temperature control from 70,000 to 1,300 BTU. This power and precision gives you the flexibility for everything from a rapid boil down to a gentle simmer.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS ! WARNING! Electric Shock Hazard Failure to follow this advice may result in electric shock or death. • This appliance is equipped with a three-prong or four-prong grounding plug for your protection against shock hazard and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded power outlet. • Never remove the grounding plug or use with a 2 prong adapter.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS ! WARNING! Hot Surface Hazard Failure to follow this advice may result in fire, burns, scalds or personal injury. • Accessible parts may become hot during use. • When in use, do not touch the burner, trivet, or immediate surrounding area as these areas become extremely hot. Clean the with caution. • Never let clothing or other flammable materials come in contact with or get too close to any trivet, burner or hot surface until it has cooled. • Never lean over an open unit.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS ! WARNING! Explosion Hazard Failure to follow this advice may result in injury or death • If you smell gas, do not use the appliance. • Do not use water on grease fires, a violent steam explosion may result. Turn all burners off, then smother fire or flame or use dry chemical or foam-type extinguisher. • Do not heat unopened food containers such as cans – build up of pressure may cause container to burst and result in injury.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS z After a period of storage or non-use, the appliance should be checked for gas leaks, deterioration, proper assembly, and burner obstructions before use. General Use z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z z This appliance is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles, trailers or boats. After lighting burners, ensure they are operating correctly.
SAFETY AND WARNINGS Gas requirements z z z z z z z z z z z z z z 8 This appliance can be used with any brand of 20lb LP gas tank provided it is compatible with a proper retention device (not supplied). This appliance is set for use with either LP or NG, decided at the point of purchase. The LP gas cylinder must be: z Designed for use with a Type 1 system only. z Constructed and marked in accordance with the Specifications for LP gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN z z z Ensure the installer has completed the final checklist in the installation guide. Read this guide, taking special note of the safety and warnings section. Remove all packaging and dispose of it responsibly. Recycle items that you can. Power Burner Features 1 Control dials 2 2 Burner trivets 3 Burner 3 4 Small pot support 4 5 Drip pan Not shown: cover Dial halos When a dial is in use, an orange halo around that dial will illuminate.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS If you are using propane gas, a slight pop or flash may occur at the burner ports a few seconds after the burner has been turned OFF. This is normal for propane gas. 1 Remove the cover and any cooking utensils. Ensure the drip pan is in place. 2 Push in and hold the selected dial for 2 seconds before turning to HI. Once the burner lights, release the dial. 3 If burner does not light in 5 seconds, turn dial back to OFF and wait 5 minutes before trying again.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Manual lighting If the burner will not light after several attempts, the burner can be manually lit. If you have attempted to light the burner with the ignition, allow 5 minutes for any accumulated gas to dissipate. 1 2 3 Remove the cover and any cooking utensils. Ensure the drip pan is in place. Using a match extension rod, carefully light a match and hold near the desired burner port.
LEAK TESTING A complete gas tightness check must be performed at the installation site. Periodically check the whole system for leaks, or immediately if the smell of gas is present. When using a LP gas cylinder ensure it is installed in a vertical position to provide the required vapor withdrawal. Prepare soap solution by combining one part liquid detergent and one part water. Pour into a spray bottle. Ensure all control valves are in the OFF position before turning the gas supply ON.
TRIVET ASSEMBLY Main trivet The main trivet assembly is made up of two halves that interlock to form the cooking surface. To install the trivets, position the feet onto the products ledge and slot the trivets together. Small pot support A small pot support is supplied with the Power Burner for cooking with pots smaller than 8”. To install the pot support, slot onto the centre of the main trivet assembly as shown below.
BURNER ADJUSTMENT Low flame adjustment The valve for the outer burner feature an adjustable low setting. Due to fluctuations in gas pressure, or heating value you may feel it necessary to increase or decrease gas flow in the low position. 1 Push in and hold the outer burner dial for 2 seconds before turning to HI. Hold for 10 seconds to light the selected burner. 2 Turn the control dial counterclockwise to the lowest setting. 3 Remove the dial.
BURNER ADJUSTMENT Flame height adjustment Flames should be blue and stable with no yellow tips, excessive noise or lifting (Note: LP units may have some yellow tipping). If any of these conditions exist, check the air shutter and burner ports are clear. If cleaning these does not improve performance, the air shutter for the outer burner can be adjusted as below. 1 Ensure the power burner is OFF and cool. 2 To access the air shutter, remove the trivets and burner hob.
CARE AND CLEANING Regulator and hose replacement The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the unit must be used. If replacements are needed, contact customer care at dcsappliances.com. Resetting the flow control Failure to follow the steps in the order shown may cause the Flow Limiting Device to activate resulting in extremely low gas flow and irregular operation. 1 All dials must be in the OFF position.
TROUBLESHOOTING If there is a problem with your power burner, please check the following before contacting your local Fisher & Paykel trained and supported service technician or DCS Customer Care Centre. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES WHAT TO DO The product won't light when the ignition is pushed There is no gas flowing to the unit. Check gas supply and connections. Ensure no air is trapped in line. There is a something blocking the air or gas flow. Check all openings for blockages.
WARRANTY AND SERVICE Before you call for service or assistance Refer to the installation instructions and your user guide and check that: z z z z z z Your product is correctly installed. You are familiar with its normal operation. Model number (can be found on the inside, right side panel behind the drip pan handle. Serial number (can be found on the inside, right side panel behind the drip pan handle. Code (can be found on the inside, right side panel behind the drip pan handle.
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