Alfresco ALXE42CDNG User Manual

ALFRESCO™ Gourmet Grills

3020914

A division of Superior Equipment Solutions, Inc.

1085 Bixby Avenue

City of Industry, CA. 91745
Ph.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web: www.alfrescogrills.com

GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:

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 AND OR FIRE DEPARTMENT.

!

DANGER

1. DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR OTHER
FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS OR VAPORS IN THE VI­CINITY OF THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.

2. AN LP CYLINDER NOT CONNECTED FOR USE
SHALL NOT BE STORED IN THE VICINITY OF
THIS OR ANY OTHER APPLIANCE.

!

WARNING

S’IL Y A UNE ODEUR DE GAZ:

1. COUPEZ L’ADMISSION DE GAZ DE ‘LAPPARIEL.

2. ÉITENDRE TOUTE FLAME NUE.

3. OUVRIR LE COURVERCLE.

4. SI L’ODEUR PERSISTE, ÉLOIGNEZ-VOUS DE L’APPA-

REIL ET APPELEZ IMMÉDIATEMENT LE FOURNIS­SEUR DE GAZ OU LE SERVICE D’INCENDIE.

!

DANGER

!

AVERTISSEMENT

1. 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.

2. UNE BOUTEILLE DE PROPANE QUI N’EST PAS RAC­CORDÉE EN VUE DE SON UTILISATION. NE DOIT
PAS ÉTRE ENTREPOSÉE DANS LE VOISINAGE DE
CET APPAREIL OU DE TOUT AUTRE APPAREIL.

WARNING:

• If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or death.

• Do not try lighting this appliance without reading the LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS section of this
manual. For outdoor use only.

• This cooking appliance is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles and / or boats.

BEFORE USING THE GRILL:

• Ensure that the grill has been leak tested. (see page 11)

• Remove any packing material.

• Read and understand the instructions in this manual.

• Electric power supply must be plugged-in at all times for barbecue operation; except during any

electrical maintenance.

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F WARNING

ELECTRICAL PARTS AND COMPONENTS

DISCONNECT ALL POWER SUPPLIES AND BATTER­IES BEFORE SERVICING.

DISCONNECT ALL PROPANE OR NATURAL GAS
SUPPLIES TO THIS UNIT BEFORE SERVICING.

H WARNING

FLAMMABLE GAS

F AVERTISSEMENT

PIÈCES ÉLECTRIQUES ET COMPOSANTS.

DÉBRANCHER TOUS LES BLOCS D'ALIMENTA­TION ET LES PILES AVANT DE LES RÉPARER.

H AVERTISSEMENT

GAZ INFLAMMABLE

DÉBRANCHER TOUS LES GAZ PROPANE OU
GAZ NATUREL DE CET APPAREIL AVANT DE
PROCÉDER À L'ENTRETIEN.

TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH: ANSI Z21.58b-2012 / CSA 1.6b-2012

The Standard for Outdoor Cooking Gas Appliances.

Installation of this cooking appliance must be made in accordace with local codes. In the absence of
local codes, this unit should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No. Z223.1/

NFPA 54, Natural Gas and Propane Installation code CSA B149-1 , or Propane Storage and Handling
Code B149.2. All Electrical Components must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes
or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 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

BARBEQUE SERIAL NUMBER LABEL

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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 barbecuing.

• 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 suitable 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. Never while

grill is on or hot from recent use; pan will not come out.

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

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.

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

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

cally 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 areas. 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, mountaintop, 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.

! AVERTISSEMENT

POUR UTILISATION À

L'EXTÉRIEUR

NE PAS ÊTRE INSTALLÉ DANS OU
SUR DES VÉHICULES RÉCRÉATIFS
ET / OU DES BATEAUX.

! WARNING

NEVER USE A DENTED OR
RUSTED LIQUID PROPANE
TANK. SHUT OFF TANK WHEN
NOT IN USE.

! AVERTISSEMENT

N'UTILISEZ JAMAIS DE RÉSERVOIR
DE PROPANE LIQUIDE BOSSELÉ
OU ROUILLÉ. ÉTEINDRE LE RESER­VOIR LORSQU'IL N'EST PAS UTILI­SÉ.

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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 CONSTRUCTIONS:

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

TO COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTIONS:

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

Grills, is required.

Alfresco

™ Gourmet

ASSEMBLY:

BUILT-IN MODELS:

Before locating your
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 support ledge.

4. Make the connection to the gas regulator according to the instructions on pages 8 through
11 for your gas type.

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

CODE REQUIREMENTS:

When installing a grill or other gas appliance into an enclosure (island), the enclosure must be
constructed with ventilation at both the top and bottom to avoid accumulation of gas should there be a
leak.
Installation of this cooking appliance must be made in accordace with local codes. In the absence of
local codes, this unit should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No. Z223.1/

NFPA 54, Natural Gas and Propane Installation code CSA B149-1 , or Propane Storage and Handling
Code B149.2.

All Electrical Components must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the
absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical code

CSA C22.1

Alfresco

™ Gourmet Grill into your Non-combustible enclosure, complete the

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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 support ledge.

4. Make the connection to the gas regulator according to the instructions on pages 8 through
11 for your gas type.

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

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

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 GFCI THREE-PRONG RECEPTACLE.

IMPORTANT ELECTRICAL INSTRUCTIONS:

! WARNING

! AVERTISSEMENT

LE MOTEUR ROTISSERIE DE GRILL ET LES LUMIÈRES SONT CÂBLÉES À UNE FICHE UNIQUE À
TROIS PRONG POUR TU PROTECTION CONTRE LE DÉCHARGEMENT DES CHOCS. LE GRILLE
DEVRAIT ÊTRE PLUGÉ DIRECTEMENT DANS UN RECEPTACLE GFCI TRES PRONG COR­RECTEMENT TERRESTRE.
NE PAS COUPER OU RETIRER LE TERRAIN PRONG FROTH CETTE FICHE. GARDEZ LE CORDON
ÉLEVÉ À PARTIR DE SURFACES DE GRILLE CHAUFFÉES. RETIRER LE MOTEUR QUAND IL
N'EST PAS UTILISÉ

INSTRUCTIONS ÉLECTRIQUES IMPORTANTES:

NOTES CONCERNING GFCI USE AND LOCATION:

1. Do not attempt to circumvent using a GFCI receptacle, it is for your safety.

2. Ensure that the GFCI receptacle is located in an easily accessed location.

3. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation and testing (must comply with local and
national codes).

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BRIQUETTE TRAY INSTALLATION:

Remove top grills.

Briquette trays located over the

gas burners

GAS CONNECTIONS:

NEVER CONNECT THE GRILL TO AN UNREGULATED GAS SUPPLY.

Total gas consumption (BTUH) with all
burners set on “HI” is a follows:

LIQUID PROPANE (LP):

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.

Installation of this cooking appliance must be made in accordace with local codes. In the absence of
local codes, this unit should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No. Z223.1/

NFPA 54, Natural Gas and Propane Installation code CSA B149-1 , or Propane Storage and Handling
Code B149.2.

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.

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MODEL: LP GAS NG GAS

ALXE-30SZ 63,100 64,200
ALXE-36SZ 82,000 85,800
ALXE-42SZ 84,200 88,200
ALXE-56SZ 122,000 124,000
ALXE-56BFG 116,900 122,900

LP GAS CONNECTION TO LP TANKS:

Your
MUST NOT be removed. There is also a secondary high capacity, hose/regulator assembly for connec-

tion 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
appliance. 30” grills require at minimum, a 90,000 BTUH regulator / hose assembly. All other sizes re-

quire at minimum, a 160,000 BTUH two-stage regulator / hose assembly.

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

Alfresco

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).

TYPICAL

™ Gourmet Grill for use with LP gas comes equipped with its own regulator, which

Alfresco

Alfresco

CONVERTIBLE GAS PRESSURE
REGULATOR

™ ALXE

™ Gourmet Grill for this

Figure # 2

! WARNING

KEEP ANY ELECTRICAL CORD
AND FUEL SUPPLY HOSE AWAY
FROM ANY HEATED SURFACES.

1/2” FPT X 1/2” MPT
90° ELBOW

1/2” FPT X 3/8” FLARE
BRASS FITTING

TYPICAL LP
GAS TANK

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

! AVERTISSEMENT

GARDER TOUT LE CORDON ÉLECTRIQUE ET LE
TUYAU D'ALIMENTATION DE CARBURANT À
L'ÉGARD DE TOUTES SURFACES CHAUF­FANTES.

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! CAUTION

CYLINDERS MUST BE STORED OUTDOORS IN A
WELL VENTILATED AREA OUT OF THE REACH OF
CHILDREN.

DISCONNECTED LP CYLINDERS MUST HAVE THREADED
VALVE PLUGS TIGHTLY INSTALLED, AND MUST NOT BE
STORED IN A BUILDING, GARAGE OR ANY OTHER ENCLOSED
AREA. THE GAS MUST BE TURNED OFF AT THE SUPPLY CYL­INDER WHEN THE UNIT IS NOT IN USE. IF THE APPLIANCE IS
STORED INDOORS, THE CYLINDER MUST BE DISCONNECTED
AND REMOVED FROM THE APPLIANCE.

! MISE EN GARDE

LE CYLINDRE DOIT ÊTRE STOCKÉ À L'EXTÉRIEUR
DANS UN ENDROIT BIEN VENTILÉ ET HORS DE LA POR­TÉE DES ENFANTS.

DÉBRANCHER LES BOUTEILLES DE LP DOIVENT AVOIR DES
BOUCHONS DE VALEUR VISSÉS HERMÉTIQUEMENT INSTAL­LÉS, ET NE DOIVENT PAS ÊTRE STOCKÉS DANS UN BÂTI­MENT, GARAGE OU TOUT AUTRE ESPACE FERMÉ. LE GAZ
DOIT ÊTRE ARRÊTÉ AU NIVEAU DU CYLINDRE D'ALIMENTA­TION LORSQUE L'APPAREIL N'EST PAS UTILISÉ. SI L'APPA­REIL EST ENTREPOSÉ À L'INTÉRIEUR, LE CYLINDRE DOIT
ÊTRE DÉBRANCHÉ ET RETIRÉ DE L'APPAREIL.

! WARNING

YOUR ALFRESCO™ GOURMET GRILL’S
PRESSURE REGULATOR HAS A MAXI-
MUM INPUT PRESSURE OF 14” WC. (OR
APPROX. .5 PSI) , AND A SAFETY LIMIT
OF 69” WC. (2.5 PSI).

! AVERTISSEMENT

VOTRE RÉGULATEUR DE PRESSION AL­FRESCO GOURMET GRILLADES A UNE

PRESSION D'ENTRÉE MAXIMALE DE 14"
WC (OU ENVIRON 0,5 PSI), ET UNE LIM­ITE DE SÉCURITÉ DE 69" WC (2,5 PSI).

! REGULATOR NOTICE

Exposure to pressures above the safety
limit of 69” WC. will permanently damage
the gas regulator requiring a replacement.

OVER PRESSURE DAMAGE IS NOT COV­ERED BY YOUR ALFRESCO WARRANTY

LP GAS CONNECTION TO LP PIPED SYSTEMS:

An LP piped system is one with a large central LP tank that feeds the entire household. Those systems
are normally equipped with a high pressure regulator by the large LP tank and low pressure regulators
close to the home.

The gas line connectors must comply with the Standard for Connectors for Outdoor Gas Appliances
and Manufactured Homes, ANSI Z21.75 • CAS 6.27, and suitable for outside installation. The maxi­mum length of the connection shal be 6 Ft. (1.82 m)

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. Installation of this cooking appliance must
be made in accordace with local codes. In the absence of local codes, this unit should be installed in
accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No. Z223.1/ NFPA 54, Natural Gas and Propane
Installation code CSA B149-1 , or Propane Storage and Handling Code B149.2.

Manifold pressure with NG: Operating: 4.0” W.C. (.14 PSI)
Non-operating: 4.5” W.C. (.16 PSI)
Optimum pressure: 7.0” W.C. (.25 PSI)

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