Serial Number Please use this number in registering your warranty and any correspondence with the factory. GENESIS 1300 ® Natural Gas Barbecue WEB WEB ER Owner’s Manual E R ® DANGER If you smell gas: 1. Shut off gas to the appliance. 2. Extinguish any open flame. 3. Open lid. 4. If odor continues, Keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department.
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: 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 © 1998 Weber. Weber, , Genesis, Flavorizer and Crossover are registered U.S. trademarks; Per ma-Mount, Gas Catcher, FlameCheck, Steam-N-Chips, Spider Stopper, and Warm-Up are U.S. trademarks of Weber-Stephen Products Co., 200 East Daniels Road, Palatine, IL 60067-6266. U.S.A. Genesis Gas Barbecues are covered under the following patent nos.: U.S.A. #4,677,964; 4,727,853; #4,777,927; #4,829,978; #4,860,724; #4,941,817; #4,966,125; #5,070,776; #D293,067; #D316,355; Canada: Rd 1987 Reg.
Contents WARNINGS ................................................................ 2 Warranty & Patents .................................................. 3-4 General Instructions.................................................... 6 Assembly ............................................................... 7-21 Operating Instructions Lighting........................................................ 22-23 Cooking ............................................................ 24 Storage and/or Nonuse ............
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 Regular screwdriver Cooking box (assembly) Phillips screwdriver Hammer 7/16 and 3/4 inch open-end or an adjustable wrench Lid (assembly) ® ® Pliers Hose Block of wood Supplies needed You will need a soap and water solution to check for gas leaks. (See Step "Check for gas leaks.") Bottom tray Note - The hardware size of nuts, bolts and screws is given.
Left frame Five long Flavorizer Bars Eight short Flavorizer Bars Right frame Front panel Wheel frame Catch pan holder Caster frame Catch pan Two frame connectors Two drip pans Work table Manifold bracket Swing table assembly Thermometer WE BE WE B E R Left hand slide bar R Two wheels Axle Two casters Two accessory trays Spacer bracket Warming rack Warm-Up Basket 8
Check contents of hardware packs Two plastic buttons (actual size) Three burner control knobs 1/4-20 keps nut Three tool holders Fifteen 1/4 inch nylon washers Five tubing plugs (two are spares) Two hair pin cotters Swing table end bracket Two wheel hubcaps Two hinge pins (hardware size: 1/4 x 1 1/2 inch clevis pin) (actual size) Two 10-24 hex nuts Two 10-24 x 1 3/4 inch machine screws Five 1/4-20 x 2 inch bolts (actual size) Six 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts (actual size) Two Phillips screws/washers 9
Step 3 Assemble wheels Assemble frame You will need: axle, two wheel hubcaps, two wheels, wheel frame, 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. Place one end of the axle on the block of wood (or other protected surface). Tap on one hubcap. Note - Work on carpeted area (on grass or one of the boxes) to protect the finish during frame assembly. Put one wheel on the axle, WEBER side toward the hubcap.
Step 4 Step 5 Continue frame assembly Complete frame assembly You will need: caster frame, wheel frame, four 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts, four nylon washers and a 7/16 inch wrench. You will need: partial frame assembly, two frame connectors, four 1/4-20 x 2 inch bolts, four nylon washers and a 7/16 inch wrench. Place the caster 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. Figure 3.
Step 6 Step 7 Insert casters Add front panel You will need: frame assembly and two casters. You will need: front panel and two plastic buttons. Push the casters firmly into the inserts in the ends of the caster legs. Figure 5. Turn frame assembly right side up. Align the panel with the holes in the frame and insert the plastic buttons through the front panel and frame. Figure 6.
Step 8 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, 1/4-20 x 2 inch bolt, nylon washer, 1/4-20 keps nut, pliers and a 7/16 inch wrench. a) Do the valves fit into the ends of the burners? Figure 9 (a).
Step 9 Step 10 Install manifold bracket Install igniter You will need: manifold bracket 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. Hook the bracket onto the manifold at the center burner valve. 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. Figure 10.
Step 11 Typical natural gas supply installation. Figure 12. Gas supply Install gas supply Inside wall General Specifications for Piping Note - Contact your local municipality for building codes regulating outdoor gas barbecue installations. In absence of Local Codes, you must conform to the latest edition of ANSI Z223.1. WE RECOMMEND THAT THIS INSTALLATION BE DONE BY A PROFESSIONAL. Outside wall Shut off To barbecue Some of the following are general requirements taken from ANSI Z223.
Step 12 Step 13 Check that all burner valves are off Connect flexible hose to manifold You will need: one burner control knob. You will need: the 12 foot natural gas supply hose and a 3/4 inch wrench. 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 13. Thread fitting end of hose onto manifold. Figure 14 (a). Tighten with wrench.
Step 14 Check: Check for gas leaks a) Hose to manifold connection. Figure 16 (a). WARNING: If there is a leak at connection (a), retighten the fitting with a wrench and recheck for leaks with soap and water solution. DANGER 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. This will result in a fire or explosion which can cause serious bodily injury or death and damage to property.
Step 15 Install Flavorizer Bars and Cooking Grates Step 16 Install the bottom tray You will need: five long Flavorizer Bars, eight short Flavorizer Bars and two cooking grates. You will need: bottom tray, catch pan holder, catch pan and one drip pan. Set the long Flavorizer Bars side to side in the lower position, then set the short Flavorizer Bars front to back in the upper position in the cooking box. Figure 17.
Step 17 Step 18 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 22. You will need: three 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 19 Insert one end of the hinge rod into the hole in the frame. Figure 25 (a). Install swing table Insert the other end into the hole in the swing table end bracket. Figure 25 (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 25 (c).
Step 20 Position slide bar assembly on the outside of the caster frame. Put a nylon washer on each 1 3/4 inch screw, insert screws through frame and slide bar assembly and add nylon washers and hex nuts. Tighten nuts using a screwdriver and pliers. Figure 26. Complete accessory installation You will need: Warm-Up Basket, warming rack, work table, accessory rack, three tubing plugs, thermometer and a hammer.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Lighting 1) Open the lid. Figure 1. Summary lighting instructions are on the control panel. 2) Make sure all burner control knobs are turned OFF. (Push each burner control knob down and turn clockwise.) DANGER 3) Turn gas supply valve on. 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. Keep your face and body at least one foot away from the matchlight hole when lighting the barbecue. Manual Lighting DANGER 5) Push Front burner control knob down and turn to START/ HI. 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.
Cooking Storage and/or Nonuse WARNING: Do not move the Weber Gas Barbecue when operating or hot. ■ When storing the Weber Gas Barbecue, make sure that the inside shut off valve and/or locking outdoor shut off valve is secured in the OFF position. When the Weber Gas Barbecue is stored indoors, the gas supply MUST BE DISCONNECTED. ■ After a period of storage and/or nonuse the Weber Gas Grill should be checked for gas leaks and any obstructions in the burner tubes before using.
Annual Maintenance Check: a) Hose to manifold connection. Figure 3 (a). After a period of nonuse we recommend that you perform the following maintenance procedures for your safety. WARNING: If there is a leak at connection (a), retighten the fitting with a wrench and recheck for leaks with soap and water solution. WARNING: Check hose before each use of barbecue for nicks, cracking, abrasions or cuts. If the hose is found to be damaged in any way, do not use the barbecue.
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 6. 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 4.
d) Unlatch the Spider Stopper Guards and remove. Figure 9. h) To reinstall the burners, reverse steps c) through g). CAUTION: The burner openings must be positioned properly over the valve orifices. Figure 13a. Check proper assembly before fastening manifold in place. Figure 13b. (a) Valve Figure 9 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 10.
CAUTION: If the Spider Stopper Guards do not fit tightly, contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service. WARNING: After reinstalling the gas lines, they should be leak checked with a soap and water solution before using the barbecue. (See Step“Check for gas leaks”.) Crossover Ignition System Operations 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".) Burner does not light, or flame is low in HIGH position. Is fuel hose bent or kinked? Straighten fuel hose.
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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.