SIDE BURNER BY SUNSTONE® USE & CARE GUIDE Read all instructions before you operate your Side Burner, Save these instructions! Conforms to ANSI STD Z21.58-2018 Certified to CSA STD 1.6-2018 Outdoor Cooking Gas Appliance To installer or person assembling burner: Leave this manual with burner for future reference. To consumer: Keep this manual for future reference. www.sunstonemetalproducts.com ATTENTION: THE SIDE BURNER MUST BE INSTALLED ACCORDING TO THE INSTALLATION GUIDE.
Welcome & Congratulations Congratulations on your purchase of a new Sunstone Side Burner! We are very proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible. Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Please read this manual carefully to understand all the instructions about how to install, operate and maintain for optimum performance and longevity. We know you’ll enjoy your new burner and thank you for choosing our product.
ATTENTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate personal injury, or property damage. WARNING: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. VOLTAGE: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate electrical shock.
START-UP CHECKLIST Caution: Never operate the burner unattended. FIRST TIME STARTUP CHECKLIST The burner is free of any debris or obstruction. Installation of the proper gas type and regulator settings. The proper gas connection is complete. Minimum clearances are maintained. All packaging has been removed. All parts and components are properly installed. An installer-supplied manual gas shut-off valve is fully accessible. LP hose is clean and inspected for cuts, wear, abrasions, or leaks.
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LOCATING BURNER – Installation Requirements INSTALLATION REQUIRMENTS 1. COMBUSTABLE MATERIALS: For Wood Framed Island Construction it is Extremely important Not to use any wood within 24" of Side Burner. Wood frame is fine for Bar/Sink areas and or Storage compartments. If your island is mostly wood, just substitute for Metal Studs while within the 24" of Side Burner. If the island structure is against any Combustible Materials - be sure to provide protection and keep a minimum distance of 12" away. 2.
LOCATING BURNER – Cut-Out Dimensions Burner Cut-Out Your Side Burner is SELF-RIMMING, meaning the lip of burner rests on top of the counter edge around the cut-out and is Free-Hanging from counter top. Because of this, there is No Need for any Trim-Kit unlike other side burners in the market. 1. Maintain 24” Clearance from any Combustible Materials in ANY direction of burner. 2.
LOCATING BURNER – Installing in Open Area ATTENTION: Take special precaution when installing burner in open Breezy area, check the direction of Prevailing Wind, if back of burner is facing any oncoming wind or breeze, be sure to protect the back of burner and erect a partition wall. Windy Area Positioning your Side Burner in your backyard is more often thought of as how it is pleasing to the eye, but more important than this is how it functions correctly.
LOCATING BURNER – Installing Under Structure ATTENTION: All Gas Burner Installations MUST HAVE MINIMUM TWO AIR-FLOW VENTS, either in ELEVATED POSITION for Natural Gas or LOWERED POSITION for Liquid Propane. Your Warranty may be VOID if island does not meet basic setup requirements. BODILY INJURY: Failure to maintain required clearances creates a fire hazard that may result in property damage or serious personal injury.
GAS INSTALLATION – Propane Tank Connections IMPORTANT: Before connecting burner to gas source, make sure BBQ Burner control knobs are in “OFF” position. Verify the type of gas supply to be used, either natural or LP, and make sure the marking on the appliance rating label agrees with that of the supply. All pipe sealants must be an approved type and resistant to the actions of LP gas. Never use pipe sealant on flare fittings.
GAS INSTALLATION – Propane Tank Connections Hose and Regulator The Type 1 connection system has the following features: The system will not allow gas to flow until a positive connection has been made. NOTE: The cylinder control valve must be turned off before any connection is made or removed. The system has a thermal element that will shut off the flow of gas in the event of a fire. The system has a flow limiting device which, when activated, will limit the flow of gas to 10 cubic feet per hour.
GAS INSTALLATION – Natural Gas Installation Natural Gas Burners are designed to operate on Natural Gas ONLY, at a pressure regulated at 4” water column (W.C.) when equipped with the correct natural gas orifices on the valves and a NG regulator on the supply line regulated at the residential meter. Natural Gas Supply Connection and Disconnection 1. Make sure all burner valves are in the “OFF” position. 2. To connect-push back sleeve of socket, insert Plug release sleeve.
GAS INSTALLATION –Leak Test WARNING: Always perform a leak test before lighting the burner to prevent a possible fire or explosion. Never store a spare propane cylinder in the vicinity of this Burner, or in the vicinity of any other potential heat source. Never attempt to attach this burner to the self-contained LP gas system. Do not use burner until leak testing. Before Testing DO NOT smoke while leak testing. Extinguish all open flames.
GAS INSTALLATION –Leak Test Liquid Propane Leak Testing Procedure Test connection from LP Tank to Regulator Natural Gas Leak Testing Procedure Test connection from burner to LP Hose regulator If unable to stop gas leak, turn gas off Test connection next to NG regulator Test connection from gas line to adapter Test Quick Disconnect SAFETY CHECKS –Attention & 11
BURNER STARTUP –Attention & Warnings WARNING: When Lighting the Burner. DO NOT RELEASE KNOB, GAS WILL CONTINUE TO FLOW. WARNING: Keep any electrical supply cords and the fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces. CAUTION: Inspect the hose before using the burner. If there is excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to the outdoor cooking gas appliance being put into operation. The replacement hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer.
BURNER START-UP - Burner Safety For Household Outdoor Use Only – DO NOT use indoors or in any type of enclosed area such as a garage, shed or breezeway. Keep clear of trees and shrubs. The side burners are not intended for installation in or on recreational vehicles, portable trailers, boats or any other moving installation. Not for commercial use.
BURNER START-UP –Lighting the Burner Lighting Instructions Open Lid/Hood Ensure Burner Control Knobs In the “OFF” position, Turn on the gas supply valve 1. Push the burner knob in and slowly rotate counter-clockwise to the high position. 2. Press and Hold the center Igniter button, and wait to hear the igniter clicking, see top of burner and locate ceramic electrode to see the sparking 1. If burner does not light, repeat previous steps, or follow the following instructions. 5.
BURNER STARTUP - Care & Maintenance ANNUAL CLEANING OF BURNER HOUSING Burn-off the burner after use will keep it ready for instant use, however, once a year you should give the entire burner a thorough cleaning to keep it in top operating condition. 1. Shut off gas supply at source and disconnect fuel line. Protect fuel line fitting. 2. Remove and clean the cooking grids. 3. Brush the inside and bottom of the burner with a stiff wire brush, and wash down with a mild soap. 4. Check electrode. 5.
SUNSTONE SIDE BURNER WARRANTY “ALL WARRANTIES ARE VOID IF BURNER IS NOT INSTALLED ACCORDING TO SUNSTONE’S BASIC INSTALLATION GUIDELINES WARRANTY ON PARTS_________________________________________________________________________ MAIN BURNERS ------------------------------------------ LIMITED LIFTIME COOKING GRATES ----------------------------------------LIMITED LIFETIME FIREBOX & COMPONENTS ----------------------------- LIMITED LIFETIME VALVES, KNOBS, LIGHTS & ALL OTHER PARTS -----1 YEAR WARRANTY LIMI
