Serial Number Please use this number in registering your warranty and any correspondence with the factory. SPIRIT 700 LX Series ™ LP Gas Barbecue Owner’s Manual WE B R ER WE BE ® National PROPANEGAS Association WARNING: Follow all leak check procedures carefully in this manual prior to barbecue operation. Do this even if barbecue was dealer assembled. NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These instructions must be left with the owner and the owner should keep them for future use.
DANGER Failure to follow the Dangers, Warnings and Cautions contained in this Owner’s Manual may result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property. WARNINGS Do not store a spare or disconnected LP tank under or near this barbecue. Improper assembly may be dangerous. Please carefully follow the assembly instructions in this manual.
WARRANTY Weber-Stephen Products Co. (Weber) hereby warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this Weber Gas Barbecue that it will be free of defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase as follows: Aluminum Castings, 10 years, There are no other express warrants except as set forth herein and any applicable implied warranties of merchantability and fitness are limited in duration to the period of coverage of this express written Limited Warranty.
PATENTS AND TRADEMARKS © 1997 Weber. Weber, , Flavorizer and Crossover are registered U.S. trademarks; Spirit, Gas Catcher, FlameCheck, and Spider Stopper are U.S. trademarks of Weber-Stephen Products Co., 200 East Daniels Road, Palatine, IL 60067-6266. U.S.A. Weber Gas Barbecues are covered under the following patent nos.: U.S.A. #4,677,964; 4,727,853; #4,829,978; #4,941,817; and #4,966,125; Canada: #1,279,540; #1,300,994; and #1,300,995. Printed in the U.S.A.
Contents Troubleshooting & Maintenance Annual Maintenance......................................... 28 General Maintenance.................................. 29-31 Troubleshooting................................................ 32 Parts Listing .............................................................. 35 WARNINGS ................................................................ 2 Warranty & Patents.................................................. 3-4 General Instructions.................................
General Instructions Storage Your Weber Gas Barbecue is a portable outdoor cooking appliance. With the Weber Gas Barbecue you can grill, barbecue, roast and bake with results that are difficult to duplicate with indoor kitchen appliances. The closed lid and Flavorizer Bars produce that "outdoor" flavor in the food. The Weber Gas Barbecue is portable so you can easily change its location in your yard or on your patio. Portability means you can take your Weber Gas Barbecue with you if you move.
Assembly Step 1 Check package contents Tools needed Hammer Cooking box (assembly) 7/16 inch open-end or an adjustable wrench Pliers Block of wood Lid (assembly) ® ® Phillips screwdriver Supplies needed Your LP tank is shipped empty for safety. After setting the LP fuel scale you will need to fill it. (See Step "Fill LP tank.") LP tank You will need a soap and water solution to check for gas leaks. (See Step "Check for gas leaks.") Note - The hardware size of nuts, bolts and screws is given.
Left frame Tank panel assembly Right frame Front panel Wheel frame Catch pan holder Leg frame Catch pan Frame connector Drip pans (2) Work table Manifold bracket Thermometer Support rod Fuel scale assembly Accessory racks (2) Spacer bracket Warming rack Flavorizer Bars (5) 8 WE BE R Wheels (2) WE B E R Swing table assembly
Check contents of hardware packs Plastic buttons (2) (actual size) Burner control knobs (3) 1/4-20 wing nuts (2) (actual size) Tool holders (2) 1/4 inch nylon washers (11) Tubing plugs (7) (two are spares) Hair pin cotters (2) Support rod holder Wheel hubcaps (2) Swing table end bracket 1/4-20 keps nut Hinge pins (2) (hardware size: 1/4 x 1 1/2 inch clevis pin) (actual size) Two Phillips screws/washers 1/4-20 x 2 inch bolt (actual size) 1/4-20 x 1 3/4 inch bolts (2) (actual size) 1/4-20 x 1/2 inc
Step 2 Step 3 Assemble wheel frame Assemble top frame You will need: wheel frame, two wheels, two wheel hubcaps, hammer and a block of wood. You will need: left frame, right frame, two 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts, two nylon washers and a 7/16 inch wrench. Set one end of wheel frame on the block of wood (or other hard, protected surface). Put one wheel on axle, WEBER side facing up, and tap on one hubcap.Figure 1.
Step 4 Step 6 Continue frame assembly Add front panel You will need: leg frame, wheel frame, four 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts, four nylon washers and a 7/16 inch wrench. You will need: front panel and two plastic buttons. Place the leg frame onto the tabs of the left frame with the dimple to the inside. Figure 3. Place the wheel frame onto the tabs of the right frame with the dimple to the inside. The fuel scale decal should face away as shown. Figure 3.
Step 7 Your Weber Gas Barbecue burner assembly has been factory assembled, pressure and flame tested. As a safety precaution we recommend you check the burner alignment: Add cooking box You will need: frame assembly, cooking box assembly, work table spacer, 1/4-20 keps nut, 1/4-20 x 2 inch bolt, pliers and a 7/16 inch wrench. a) Do the valves fit into the ends of the burners? Figure 8 (a). Uncoil the hose.
Step 8 Step 9 Install manifold bracket Install tank panel assembly and frame connector You will need: manifold bracket You will need: tank panel assembly, frame connector, two 1/4-20 x 1 3/4 inch bolts, two nylon washers and a 7/16 inch wrench. Hook the bracket onto the manifold at the center burner valve. Figure 9. Place your hand underneath the bracket. Lift the manifold, bracket and cooking box slightly and hook the tab of the bracket onto the frame brace.
Step 10 Step 11 Add fuel scale assembly Install igniter You will need: fuel scale assembly, two 1/4-20 wing nuts and two nylon washers. Note - The igniter wires are already attached to the Gas Catcher Ignition Chamber and the igniter. This was done to factory test the ignition system. Slip the bolts on the back of the fuel scale assembly through the two small holes in the tank panel. Make sure indicator rod of fuel scale is on the left side of the wheel frame. The igniter lock nut is on the igniter.
Step 12 Step 13 Set LP fuel scale Fill LP tank You will need: LP tank (empty). Note - The LP tank manufacturer is responsible for the materials, workmanship and performance of the tank. If the tank has a defect, malfunctions, or you have a question regarding the tank, call the tank manufacturer's customer service center. The phone number is on the warning decal which is permanently attached to the tank.
Route the hose so it will not interfere with the scale indicator rod. Step 14 Check that all burner valves are off The hose and regulator are connected in the following manner: Valves are shipped in the OFF position, but you should check to be sure. Put the knob on each valve. Check by pushing down and turning clockwise. If they do not turn they are off, proceed to the next step. Figure 15. Slide back the collar of the quick disconnect on the tank valve.
Step 16 Check: Check for gas leaks a) Hose to manifold connection. Figure 19 (a). b) Regulator to tank connection. Figure 19 (b). DANGER WARNING: If there is a leak at connection (a) retighten the fitting with a wrench and recheck for leaks with soap and water solution. Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open flames in the area while you check for leaks.
Step 17 Step 18 Install Flavorizer Bars and Cooking Grates Install the bottom tray You will need: five Flavorizer Bars and two cooking grates. You will need: bottom tray, catch pan holder, catch pan and one drip pan. Set the Flavorizer Bars side to side in the cooking box. Figure 20. Finger grip on front edge of bottom tray Front side of catch pan holder Figure 22 Hook the ends of the catch pan holder into the hole in the bottom tray. Figure 23.
Step 19 Step 20 Install Lid You will need: lid, two hinge pins and two hair pin cotters. Add tool holders, control panel and burner control knobs Set the lid in place. Align the hinges at the rear of the barbecue. Insert hinge pins from the outside. Insert hair pin cotters into the small holes in the hinge pins. Figure 25. You will need: two tool holders, control panel, two Phillips screws/washers, a Phillips screwdriver, and three burner control knobs. Hook the tool holders over the frame rail.
Step 21 Insert one end of the hinge rod into the hole in the frame. Figure 28 (a). Install swing table Insert the other end into the hole in the swing table end bracket. Figure 28 (b). Hold the end bracket at an angle so the lower tab is inside the frame tube. Push the bracket into the frame. Check to see that the lower tab of the bracket is hooked in the slot in the frame. Figure 28 (c). You will need: swing table assembly, support rod, support rod holder and swing table end bracket.
Step 22 Complete accessory installation You will need: work table, two accessory racks, warming rack, three tubing plugs and thermometer. Set the accessory rack across the bottom braces in front of the frame connector. Figure 29 (a). Set the second accessory rack across the bottom braces in the back of the frame connector. Figure 29 (b). Open the lid and set the warming rack into the slots at the rear of the cooking box. Figure 29 (c). Set the work table onto the left side rails. Figure 29 (d).
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: The burner control knobs must be in the OFF position before turning on the LP tank valve. If they are not in the OFF position, when you turn on the LP tank valve, the excess flow control will activate, limiting the flow of gas from the LP tank. If this should occur, turn OFF the LP tank valve and burner control knobs and start over. Lighting Summary lighting instructions are on the control panel.
Manual Lighting 4) Turn the tank on by turning the tank valve counterclockwise. DANGER 5) Strike a match and put the flame into the matchlight hole in the front of the cooking box. Failure to open lid while igniting the barbecue, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the barbecue does not light, may result in an explosive flame-up which can cause serious bodily injury or death. WARNING: Do not lean over open barbecue.
Cooking Storage and/or Nonuse continued WARNING: Do not move the Weber Gas Barbecue when operating or hot. You can adjust the FRONT, CENTER and BACK burners as desired. The control settings High (H), Medium (M), Low (L), or Off (O) are described in your Weber cookbook. The cookbook uses these notations to describe the settings of the FRONT, CENTER, and BACK burners. For example, to sear steaks you would use (HHH) (all burners at high).
Refilling the LP tank Connecting the filled LP tank WARNING: Make sure that the LP tank valve is closed. Close by turning clockwise. We recommend that you refill before the scale indicator reaches "E". Note - If you run out of fuel, check the indicator setting and/or adjust the fuel scale indicator setting with the scale setting wing nut, while the tank is empty so you do not run out again. DANGER Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
c) Connect the hose to the tank. Route the hose so it does not interfere with the scale indicator rod. Slide back the collar of the quick disconnect on the tank valve. Figure 5 (a). Push the male fitting of the regulator into the quick disconnect, and maintain pressure. Slide the collar closed. Figure 5 (b). If it does not engage or lock, repeat procedure. Gas will not flow unless the quick disconnect is properly engaged.
Safe handling tips for LP Gas ■ Liquid Propane (LP) Tank(s) Liquid Propane (LP) gas is a petroleum product as are gasoline and natural gas. LP gas is a gas at regular temperatures and pressures. Under moderate pressure, inside a cylinder, LP gas is a liquid. As the pressure is released the liquid readily vaporizes and becomes gas. ■ LP gas has an odor similar to natural gas. You should know this odor. ■ LP gas is heavier than air. Leaking LP gas may collect in low areas that prevent dispersion.
Annual Maintenance Check: c) Valves to manifold connections. Figure 8 (c). After a period of nonuse we recommend that you perform the following maintenance procedures for your safety. d) The hose to regulator connection. Figure 8 (d). WARNING: If there is a leak at connections (b), (c) or (d), turn OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE. Contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service. WARNING: Check hose before each use of barbecue for nicks, cracking, abrasions or cuts.
General Maintenance Main Burner Flame Pattern Weber Spider Stopper Guards The Weber Gas Barbecue burners have been factory set for the correct air and gas mixture. The correct flame pattern is shown in Figure 11. Your Weber Gas Barbecue, as well as any outdoor gas appliance, is a target for spiders and other insects. They can nest in the venturi section of the burner tubes. This blocks the normal gas flow, and can cause the gas to flow back out of the air shutter. Figure 9.
d) Unlatch the Spider Stopper Guards and remove. Figure 14. g) Lift and twist the burner assembly slightly, to separate the crossover tube from the burners. Figure 17. Remove the burners from the cooking box. Crossover tube Figure 17 Figure 14 e) Remove the manifold bracket and unscrew the two wing nuts that hold the manifold to the cooking box. Pull the manifold and valve assembly out of the burners and carefully set it down. Figure 15. h) To reinstall the burners, reverse steps c) through g).
i) Crossover Ignition System Operations Reinstall the Spider Stopper Guards. Slightly rotate the Spider Stopper Guards so that the seams are in line with the Venturi fins. There should be no gaps in the seams or in the fit around the burners and valves. Figure 19. If the Crossover Ignition System fails to ignite the Front burner, light the Front burner with a match. If the Front burner lights with a match, then check the Crossover Ignition System.
TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Check Cure Burners burn with a yellow or orange flame, in conjunction with the smell of gas. Inspect Weber Spider Stopper Guards for possible obstructions. (Blockage of holes.) Clean Weber Spider Stopper Guards. (See Section "Annual Maintenance".) Burners do not light. -orBurners have a small flickering flame in the HIGH position. -orBarbecue temperature only reaches 250˚ to 300˚ degrees in the HIGH position.
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Parts List While we give much attention to our products, unfortunately an occasional error may occur. If a part is missing, do not go back to the store. Call the Weber Customer Service Center toll free 1-800-446-1071 to receive immediate assistance. Have your owner’s manual and serial number of the barbecue available for reference. All items are single quantities unless otherwise specified. Parts can be ordered directly from Weber-Stephen Products Company by phone or mail.
A FINAL WORD OF THANKS Thank you for choosing a Weber Barbecue. Our family here at Weber has worked hard to produce the highest quality products for your satisfaction. While we give much attention to our products, an occasional error may occur. Our knowledgeable Customer Service staff is prepared to help you with any problems with parts or assembly. Call our toll free number 1-800-446-1071. For quicker service, please have your owner’s manual available for reference.
