Alfresco Alx242szl Owner's Manual

ALFRESCO™ Gourmet Grills

A division of Superior Equipment Solutions, Inc.

3020914

Commerce, CA. 90040
Ph.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.alfrescogrills.com

7039 East Slauson Avenue

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

WARNING

ELECTRICAL PARTS

AND COMPONENTS

DISCONNECT ALL POWER
SUPPLIES AND BATTERIES
BEFORE SERVICING

WARNING: If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may

result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

WARNING: Do not try lighting this appliance without reading the LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

section of this manual.

WARNING: For outdoor use only. This cooking appliance is not intended to be installed in or

on recreational vehicles and / or boats.

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity

of this or any other appliance.

• An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or

any other appliance.

TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH:

ANSI Z21.58a-1995 STANDARD FOR OUTDOOR COOKING GAS APPLIANCES.

Check your local building codes for the proper method of installation. In the absence of local codes,
this unit should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No. Z223.1 1988, or CAN/
CGA-B149-1 National Gas Installation code, or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation code. All
components must be grounded in accordance with local codes or with the National Electrical Code
ANSI/NFPA 70-990 or Canadian Electrical code CSA C22.1

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 - WARNING

The burning of gas cooking fuel generates toxic by products, which are on the list of substances which
are known by the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. California law requires
businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. To minimize exposure to
these substances, always operate this unit according to the use and care manual, ensuring you
provide good ventilation when cooking with gas. This warning is issued pursuant to California Health &
Safety Code Sec. 25249.6

WARNING

FLAMMABLE GAS

DISCONNECT ALL PROPANE
OR NATURAL GAS SUPLIES TO
THIS UNIT BEFORE SERVICING

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READ THIS CARE AND USE MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE USING YOUR
GRILL TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, BURN HAZARD OR OTHER INJURY. KEEP THIS MAN­UAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

When properly cared for, your ALFRESCO™ Gourmet Grill will give safe, reliable service for many
years. However, extreme care must be used since the grill produces intense heat, which can increase
accident potential. When using this appliance, basic safety practices must be followed, including but not
limited to the following:

• Begin by ensuring proper assembly. A qualified technician should perform all other service.

• Do not repair or replace any part of the grill unless specifically recommended in this manual.

• All other service should be referred to and performed by a qualified technician.

• For personal safety, wear proper apparel while barbequing.

• Loose fitting garments or sleeves should never be worn while using this appliance.

• Some synthetic fabrics are highly flammable and should not be worn while cooking.

• Never let clothing, pot holders or other flammable materials come in contact with or too close to any

grate, burner or hot surface until it has cooled down sufficiently. Fabrics may ignite and result in per­sonal injury.

• Use only dry potholders: moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may cause personal burns from

steam. Do not use a towel or bulky cloth in place of potholders. Do not let potholders touch hot por­tions of the grill rack.

• Only certain types of glass, heatproof glass ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suit-

able for grill use. These types of materials may break with sudden temperature changes. Use only on
low or medium heat settings and according to their manufacturer’s directions.

• Grease is flammable. Let hot grease cool before attempting to handle it.

• Avoid letting grease deposits collect in the bottom of the grill by cleaning the grease tray often.

• Do not use aluminum foil to line the grill racks, nor to line the drip tray. This can severely upset com-

bustion airflow or trap excessive heat in the control area. The result of this can be melted knobs, ig­niters and increased chance of personal injury. Never grill without the drip pan in place and pushed
all the way to the back of the grill. Without the drip pan, hot grease can leak downward creating a fire
or explosion hazard.

• Children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where the grill is being used. Never allow

them to sit, stand or play on or around the grill. Do not store items of interest to children around or
below the grill or in the cart. Never allow children to crawl inside of the cart.

• Do not heat unopened food containers that may cause the container to build-up pressure and burst.

• Protect your hand when opening a hot grill lid. Never lean over an open hot grill.

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(Safety, cont.)

• When lighting a burner, always pay close attention to what you are doing. Be certain you are de-

pressing the correct igniter button labeled for the burner you intend on using.

• When using the grill: do not touch the grill rack, burner grate, hood or immediate surrounding area as

these areas become extremely hot and could cause burns. Use only the handles and knobs provided
for operation of the grill.

• For proper lighting and performance of the burners keep the ports clean. It is necessary to clean

them periodically for Optimum performance. The burners will only operate in one position and must
mounted correctly for safe operation.

• Clean the grill with caution. Avoid steam burns; do not use a wet sponge or cloth to clean the grill

while it is hot. Some cleaners produce noxious fumes or can ignite when applied to a hot surface.

• INSECT WARNING: Spiders and insects can nest in the burners of this and other grills, and cause

the gas to flow from the front of the burner. This is a very dangerous condition, which can cause a fire
to occur behind the valve panel, thereby damaging the grill and making it unsafe to operate. Inspect
the grill at least twice a year.

• Be sure all grill controls are turned off and the grill is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner on

or around the grill. The chemical that produces the spraying action could, in the presence of heat, ig­nite or cause metal parts to corrode.

• Do not operate the grill under unprotected combustible construction. Use only in well ventilated ar-

eas. Do not use in buildings, garages, sheds, breezeways or any enclosed areas.

• Keep the area surrounding the grill free from combustible materials, trash, or combustible fluids and

vapors such as gasoline or charcoal lighter fluid. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion gases and
ventilation airways.

• Keep the back of the cart free and clear from debris.

• If the unit is stored indoors ensure that it is cool. If propane is used, the cylinder must be unhooked

and the propane cylinder stored outside in a well-ventilated area, out of reach of children.

• Never use the grill in windy conditions. If located in a consistently windy area, oceanfront, mountain-

top, etc... a windbreak will be required. Always adhere to the specified clearances.

• Keep any electrical supply cord, away from the heated areas of the grill.

• Do not use the grill for cooking excessively fatty meats or products, which promote flare-ups.

WARNING

FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY

NOT TO BE INSTALLED IN OR
ON RECREATIONAL VEHICLES
AND / OR BOATS.

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WARNING

NEVER USE A DENTED OR
RUSTED LIQUID PROPANE

TANK. SHUT OFF TANK

WHEN NOT IN USE.

LOCATING AND ASSEMBLING THE GRILL:

When determining a suitable location for your grill, take into account concerns such as exposure to wind,
rain, sprinklers, proximity to traffic paths and keeping any gas supply line runs as short as possible.
Locate the grill only in a well-ventilated area. Never locate the grill in a building, garage, breezeway,
shed or other such enclosed areas without an approved ventilation system. Never locate the grill over,
under or next to unprotected combustible construction. During heavy use, the grill will produce a lot of
smoke.

CLEARANCES:

TO NON-COMBUSTIBLE CONTRUCTIONS:

A minimum of 3-5/8” clearance from the back of the grill to non-combustible construction is required to
allow the lid to be opened fully.

TO COMBUSTIBLE CONTRUCTIONS:

This appliance should NOT be located over, under or next to unprotected combustible construction. If
your enclosure is combustible, then an INSULATED JACKET manufactured by ALFRESCO™ Gourmet
Grills, is required. For the insulated jacket information, such as cut out sizes and part numbers, please
refer to the last page of this manual.

ASSEMBLY:

BUILT-IN MODELS:

Before locating your ALFRESCO™ Gourmet Grill into your Non-Combustible enclosure, complete the
following steps:

1. Remove all packaging materials.

2. Ensure that the burners are positioned correctly on their orifices, and are fully seated onto
their supports.

3. Position the briquette trays onto their locating pins and place briquettes evenly across tray.

4. Ensure that new batteries are fitted and the igniter cap is properly installed. See Battery
installations instructions on next page.

5. Make the connection to the gas regulator according to the instructions on pages 6 & 7 for
your gas type.

6. To comply with safety and service requirements, main gas shut off valve must be accessi­ble from front of grill without using any tools.

Your Alfresco™ Gourmet Grill has provision for mounting onto a mobile cart if you choose to do so.

Contact your Alfresco™ dealer for the appropriate cart for your grill.

FREE STANDING MODELS:

Complete the following steps:

1. Remove all packaging materials.

2. Ensure that the burners are positioned correctly on their orifices, and are fully seated onto
their supports.

3. Position the briquette trays onto their location pins and place briquettes evenly across tray.

4. Ensure that new batteries are fitted and the igniter cap is properly installed. See Battery
installations instructions on next page.

5. Make the connection to the gas regulator according to the instructions on pages 6 & 7 for
your gas type.

6. Allow a minimum of 3” clearance around all sides of grill cart for proper air movement.

7. Lock the rear casters to prevent unwanted grill movement.

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WARNING:

To prevent harm and ensure proper operation of your grill, it is imperative that the burners are properly
installed with respect to the gas orifices. Be certain that the orifice is inserted completely into the
burner’s inlet and that the burner rests firmly on its support bracket.

The burner should not rock side-to-side nor top-to-bottom if properly installed. If excessive burner move­ment is present, reseat burner or contact your authorized service provider.

THE GRILL’S ROTISSERIE MOTOR AND LIGHTS ARE WIRED TO A SINGLE
THREE-PRONG (GROUNDING) PLUG FOR YOUR PROTECTION AGAINST SHOCK
HAZARD. THE GRILL SHOULD BE PLUGGED DIRECTLY INTO A PROPERLY
GROUNDED THREE-PRONG RECEPTACLE.

IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS:

WARNING

BATTERY INSTALLATION:

To install a new 9 Volt igniter battery please follow these steps:

1. The igniter modules are located behind the front panel and are accessed by opening the
front section of the grill. LIFT UP the front section and TILT forward until it stops.

2. Locate the igniter module, unscrew the round black cap and install a new 9V battery into
the cap.

3. Reinstall cap into the module, tightening the cap completely.

4. Close the front panel by tilting backwards and slightly lifting up. Then push down on the
front panel until it latches down on the locking tabs.

NOTE: 30” BBQ grills have only one igniter module on the right side of the grill (see figure # 1).
42”, 56” and 56” BFG BBQ grills have two igniter modules (one left and one right).

LIFT Front Cover
and TILT forward.

Igniter Module

Igniter Cap

Battery - 9 Volt

Point contacts
towards module

Figure # 1

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GAS CONNECTION - LIQUID PROPANE (LP)

NEVER CONNECT THE GRILL TO AN UNREGULATED GAS SUPPLY.

Before proceeding, ensure the unit is fitted for LP gas. Connecting to an improper gas type will result in
poor performance and increased risk of damage or injury. Total gas consumption (per hour) with all
burners set on “HI” is a follows:

• 30” Grill 71,000 BTU

• 42” Grill 101,500 BTU

• 56” Grill w/ side burners 136,500 BTU

• Dual Side Burners 35,000 BTU

The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, to the
national fuel gas code, ANSI Z223.1a-1988. Installation in Canada must be in accordance with the Stan­dard CAN/ CGA-B149.1 Natural Gas Installation or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation Code.

Manifold pressure with LP Operating: 10.0” W.C.
Non-operating: 11.2” W.C.

L.P. TANK REQUIREMENTS:

Use only a standard 20 Lb. (5 Gal.) propane gas cylinder (18-1/4” H x 12-1/4” Ø). The tank must be in­stalled in the upright position. Do not use a dented or rusty LP tank as it may be hazardous and should
be checked by your LP supplier. Never use a cylinder with a damaged valve. The LP gas cylinder must
be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders of the U.S. Depart­ment of Transportation (DOT). The cylinder must be provided with a shut off valve terminating in an LP
gas supply cylinder valve outlet specified, as applicable, for connection type QCC1 in the standard for
compressed gas cylinder valve outlet and inlet connections ANSI/CGA-V-I.

LP GAS CONNECTION:

Your ALFRESCO™ Gourmet Grill for use with LP gas comes equipped with its own regulator, which
MUST NOT be removed. There is also a secondary high capacity, hose/regulator assembly for connec­tion to a standard 20 Lb. LP cylinder. The LP gas pressure regulator and hose supplied with this unit
must be used without alteration.
If this assembly needs to be replaced use only the type specified by ALFRESCO™ Gourmet Grill for this
appliance. 30” grills require a 90,000 BTU minimum regulator / hose assembly. All other sizes require a
160,000 BTU minimum two-stage regulator / hose assembly.

To connect the regulator / hose assembly follow the next steps:

1. Locate the regulator and gas connection point in the
rear right side of your BBQ unit (remove the rear panel
from the BBQ cart to gain access - in cart mounted
models).

2. Attach a 1/2” FPT x 1/2” MPT (male-to-female) elbow to
the regulator (see figure # 2).

3. Fasten the hose connection to a 1/2” MPT x 3/8” COMP
(compression flare fitting) connected to the elbow (see
figure # 2).

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WARNING

ENSURE THAT THE GAS

SUPPLY HOSE DOES

NOT COME IN CONTACT

WITH THE GRILL BODY

TYPICAL ALFRESCO™ LX2
BBQ (30” MODEL SHOWN)

CONVERTIBLE GAS PRESSURE
REGULATOR

1/2” FPT X 3/8” COMP
BRASS FITTING

1/2” FPT X 1/2” MPT
90° ELBOW

TYPICAL LP
GAS TANK

LP REGULATOR AND
HOSE ASSEMBLY
(PRESET TO 10” WC)

Figure # 2

GAS CONNECTION - NATURAL GAS (NG)

NEVER CONNECT THE GRILL TO AN UNREGULATED GAS SUPPLY.

Before proceeding, ensure the unit is fitted for natural gas. Connecting to an improper gas type will result
in poor performance and increased risk of damage or injury. The installation of this appliance must con­form with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, to the national fuel gas code, ANSI Z223.1a-

1988. Installation in Canada must be in accordance with the Standard CAN/ CGA-B149.1 Natural Gas
Installation or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation Code.

Manifold pressure with NG: Operating: 4.0” W.C.
Non-operating: 4.5” W.C.
Optimum pressure: 7.0” W.C.

NOTE: To ensure proper heating performance of this appliance, verify that the gas line supply pressure
is adequate (7.0” W.C. supply pressure is preferred) to maintain 4.5” W.C. manifold pressure.
Use a minimum 1/2” ID flex hose to prevent gas starvation.

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