Care & Use Manual for Thermador Char Glo® Outdoor Barbecues Models: CGB30CZLP • CGB36FZLP • CGB48FZLP • CGB48FSZLP CGB30CZLP CGB36FZLP CGB48FSZLP
A Special Message to Our Customers Thank you for selecting the Thermador Char Glo® outdoor barbecue. We recommend that you take time to read this entire booklet before using your new appliance for the first time. This booklet contains suggestions we believe will be helpful as well as directions for using all the features of your appliance. Keep it in a handy place as it has the answers to questions that may occur when you start to cook. Let us know if we can help you.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Warnings for Safe Gas Installations .......................................................... 2 For Your Safety ........................................................................................................... 2 What To Do If You Smell Gas ................................................................................. 2 Important Information ............................................................................................. 3 Warnings for Safe Gas Installations .....
WARNINGS FOR SAFE GAS INSTALLATIONS Installer: Please leave these instructions with the unit for the owner. Owner: Please retain these instructions for future reference. ! ▲ WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death. AVERTISSEMENT ✓ Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser de l‘essence ni d’autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables dans le voisinage de l’appareil, ni de tout autre appareil.
WARNINGS FOR SAFE GAS INSTALLATIONS IMPORTANT INFORMATION This outdoor gas cooking appliance is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats. Always inspect the natural gas or LP gas hose assembly before each use of the appliance. If there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to the appliance being put into operation.
SECTION 1: SAFETY PRACTICES TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR BARBECUE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS When properly cared for, your new Thermador Char Glo® barbecue has been designed to be a safe and reliable appliance. However, extreme care must be used as the grill produces intense heat and can increase the potential for accidents or injury.
• LP tank supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal. FOR YOUR SAFETY • LP tank used must include a collar to protect the tank valve. • The gas supply must be turned off at the LP-gas supply tank when this outdoor cooking gas appliance is not in use. FOR YOUR SAFETY AVERTISSEMENT • L’alimentation du gaz doit étre fennée a la bouteille de gaz de pétrole liquéfié, lorsque cet appareil de cuisson extérieur n’ est pas utilisé.
SECTION 2: MODEL AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION MODEL CGB48FSZLP 2 16 Front of hood 5 1 3 17 4 9 11 6 10 8 15 13 19 14 20 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14.
MODEL AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION MODEL CGB48FZLP Rotisserie Glow 5 Igniters (2) 1 Ergo Balanced Hood 3 Infrared Rotisserie Burners (2) 7 20 Literature Pack Contents: ✓ Product Registration Card – Please complete and return. Thank You.
MODEL CGB30CZLP – Free Standing 2 Front of hood 5 1 17 3 4 12 11 9 6 8 7 13 19 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 11. 12. 13. 14. 17. 19. 20.
MODEL AND PARTS IDENTIFICATION MODEL CGB36FZLP 4 6 2 8 7 On front of hood 1 3 5 11 13 9 10 12 14 19 (inside drawer) 20 15 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12. 13. 14. 15.
INSTALLATION OF LP (Propane) GAS TANK FOR ALL FREE-STANDING UNITS Tank Gas Regulator Main Tank Valve LP Gas Hose – 24" LP Gas Tank LP (Propane) Lighting Instructions 1. Raise hood/lid. 2. Turn on Main Tank Valve to open gas supply. 3. Light one burner at a time. 4. Turn control knob to the "Lite" position and immediately press and hold the ignition switch. The burner will light within 4 to 10 seconds. 5. Release ignition switch after burner ignites. 6.
SECTION 3: USING YOUR CHAR GLO® BARBECUE WARNING Open hood/lid before attempting to light the appliance. Failure to open the hood could allow gas to accumulate which could cause an explosion. Before the First Use If you smell gas, do not attempt to light any burners. 1. Make sure that all control knobs are turned to the OFF position. 1. Record model and serial number of your barbecue for future contacts with Thermador® or an authorized servicer (Located on left-side LP storage drawer). 2.
SECTION 3: USING YOUR CHAR GLO® BARBECUE LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS WITH ELECTRONIC IGNITION – Read Before Lighting – Main and Smoker Burners: Infrared Rotisserie Burner: 1. Raise hood/ lid. 1. Raise hood / lid. 2. Light only one burner at a time. 2. IMPORTANT NOTE: Make sure the control knob is set to the “LITE” position when lighting the infrared burner. Confirm that the burner lights within 30 - 45 seconds. The flame will be blue initially. 3.
SECTION 3: USING YOUR CHAR GLO® BARBECUE MANUAL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS** – Read Before Lighting – Follow these steps to manually light the Main Burners: 1. Turn off all the burners. 2. Wait 5 minutes to allow any accumulated gas to dissipate. Middle section of radiant Access Hole for Manual Lighting Follow these steps to manually light the Smoker: Use a long stem match to manually light: 3. Remove the grill grates. 1. Turn off all the burners. 4.
SECTION 4: THE GRILL GENERAL GRILL INFORMATION • • • • • • • • • • Thaw food items before grilling. Preheating provides the high heat needed to brown and seal in juices. After preheating, reduce the flame to setting listed on Grilling Chart. The flame setting positions on the knobs are infinite. The degree of doneness is influenced by the type of meat, cut of meat (i.e. size, shape and thickness), heat setting selected, and length of time on the grill.
GENERAL SMOKER INFORMATION • The Smoker is used with the hood down and in combination with the grill or rotisserie. WARNING: Never block vent opening at rear of hood. Use with the vent opening blocked will result in damage to the unit and may cause a fire or injury. • • • • • • The smoker is used to enhance flavors. The smoker tray is designed for small size wood chips. The type of wood chips (mesquite, hickory, etc.) will determine the smoke flavor.
Grilling Chart FOOD ITEM THICKNESS/ GRILL WEIGHT METHOD BURNER INTERNAL DONENESS APPROXIMATE SETTING OR TEMPERATURE (ºF) GRILLING TIME* BEEF: Ground Beef Patties 3/4" thick Direct Med Hi No pink color 10 - 15 min. total 4 to 6 lbs Indirect Med/0/Med 140° Med Rare 150° Med 15 - 20 min. per lb. 20 - 25 min. per lb. 2" thick Indirect Med/0/Med Medium Rare 25 - 35 min. total Direct Med Hi 135° Rare 150° Medium 8 - 12 min.
Grilling Chart THICKNESS/ GRILL WEIGHT METHOD BURNER INTERNAL DONENESS SETTING OR TEMPERATURE (ºF) pounded to 3/4 inch thick Direct Medium Juices run clear 8 - 12 min. total Pieces 2 - 3 lbs. Direct Med Low 170° - breast 180° - thigh 25 - 45 min. total Halves 1 1/2 - 2 Ibs. each half Direct Med Low 170° - breast 180° - thigh 35 - 60 min. total Whole 2 - 3 pounds 3 - 5 pounds Indirect Med /0/ Med 170° - breast 180° - thigh 50 min. - 1-1/4 hrs. total 1 - 1-1/2 hrs.
SECTION 5: THE ROTISSERIE AND ASSEMBLY Heat edge indicator General Rotisserie Information • Glow igniter for Infrared burner remains on entire time the rotisserie is on. • Rotisserie cooking rotates food in front of the Infrared burner. It creates an intense heat for searing the outside and sealing in the juices. • The Infrared burner reaches cooking temperatures in about one minute and the orange-red glow evens out in about 5 min. Do not preheat when using the rotisserie.
TRUSSING POULTRY FOR THE ROTISSERIE I. Slip one of the forks on the skewer with the tines pointing to the tip of the skewer. Loosely tighten the screw to keep it from slipping. 2. Insert the skewer through the bird securing with the fork go to frame 80 go to frame 80 3. Cut 24" of kitchen string and lay it under the bird, breast side up, with equal lengths of string on each side. 4.
Rotisserie Chart WEIGHT ROTISSERIE SETTING BEEF ROASTS: Rib Eye Sirloin Tip Rib, Boneless 4 - 6 lbs. Hi POULTRY** Chicken, whole 3 - 5 lbs Turkey, whole Turkey breast MEAT ITEM INTERNAL DONENESS OR TEMPERATURE (ºF) APPROXIMATE GRILLING TIME 145º - Med Rare 150º - Med 15 - 20 min. per lb. 20 - 25 min. per lb. Med 170º - breast 180º - thigh 1 hr. 10 min. to 1hr. 45 min. total 11-13 lbs. Med 170º - breast 180º - thigh 11 - 13 min. per lb. 3 - 5 lbs. Med 170º 1 hr. 20 min. to 1 hr.
SECTION 6: EXTRA FEATURES GENERAL SIDE BURNER INFORMATION • Side burners are only available on model CGB48FSZLP. • Each burner is rated at 15,000 BTU on High. • Choose a pan base to fit the flame size. The flame should never extend beyond the base of the pan. • Minimum pan base diameter is 5-1/2 inches. Maximum pan base diameter is 10 inches. • Never turn on a side burner without removing the cover. • When not in use, place the stainless steel cover over the grates.
SECTION 7: CARE AND MAINTENANCE GRILL ASSEMBLY Reversible Grate Radiant (Heat Baffle) Double U-Shape Burner Easy Stainless Steel Maintenance 1. Apply stainless steel polish before first use. Re-apply after each cleaning to prevent permanent damage to surface. 2. Use cover to protect finish from weather. Quick Clean Method for Grates 1. 2. 3. 4. Immediately after cooking, turn off the burners. Fill a container with very hot water.
CLEANING CHART As a safety measure, do not store cleaners in the storage drawers in the barbecue. PART and MATERIAL SUGGESTED CARE Exterior Finish Stainless Steel Stainless Steel Finish Protector: Stainless Steel Magic® and EZ Brite® The quality of this material resists most stains and pitting, providing the surface is kept clean and protected. Apply to a clean surface. Nonabrasive Cleaners: detergent and water, Fantastik®, 409®, vinegar.
SECTION 8: SERVICE BEFORE PHONING FOR SERVICE Troubleshooting Power Failure - In the event of a power failure, the Thermador Char Glo® barbecue may still be used by lighting the burners with a match according to the Lighting Instructions on Page 13. If Burners Fail to Ignite - If the burners fail to ignite as outlined in the Lighting Instructions on Page 12, verify that the unit is connected to a properly grounded duplex outlet.
SECTION 9: WARRANTY Warranty Full One Year Warranty Covers one year from the date of installation or date of occupancy for a new previously unoccupied dwelling. Save your dated receipt or other evidence of the installation/occupancy date.
Thermador reserves the right to change specifications or design without notice. Some models are certified for use in Canada. Thermador is not responsible for products which are transported from the United States for use in Canada. Check with your local Canadian distributor or dealer. Thermador, 5551 McFadden Avenue, Huntington Beach, CA 92649. CANADIAN GAS ASSOCIATION ® For the most up to date critical installation dimensions by fax, use your fax handset and call 702/833-3600. Use code #8030.
