BBQTek GPT1813G Owner's Manual

GPT1813G Owner’s Manual

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Portable Gas Barbecue Grill

WARNING Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can

cause injury or proper ty damage. Read the installation , operation and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing

this

equipment. DANGER

Failure to follow these instructions could result

fire

or explo si o n that

could cause property damage, personal injury or death.

DANGER DO NOT use gas grill for indoor cooking or heating. TOXIC fumes can accumulate and cause asphyxiation. DO NOT use in or on boats or recreational

vehicles.

PROP 65 WARNING Chemicals known to the state of California to

cause cancer, birth

defects or other

reproductive

harm

are created by the

combustion of

propan

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY: For Outdoor Use Only

(outside any enclosure)

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. IF YOU ARE ASSEMBLING THIS UNIT FOR SOMEONE ELSE, GIVE THIS MANUAL TO HIM OR HER TO SAVE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE, EMAIL TO SERVICE@BBQTEK.COM

CALL 1-877-885-8227 (TOLL-FREE), 7:00 A.M. – 4:00 P.M. (PST), MONDAY-FRIDAY.

Printed in China

MODEL# GPT1813G

GPT1813G Owner’s Manual

Grill Operation 1-2-3

Before Grilling

Step 1 Keep your grill a safe distance away from your property.* Step 2 Always perform a Leak Test on all connections. *

Step 3 Keep children away from the grill.

During Grilling

(To avoid tripping safety valves, please follow these instructions carefully.) Step 1 First open lid and turn gas tank on slowly.

Step 2 Turn only one knob on at a time when lighting up the grill. Step 3 This appliance will be hot during and after use. Use insulated oven mitts or gloves for

protection from hot surface or splatter from cooking liquids.

After Grilling

Step 1 Always burn grill for 10-15 minutes to burn off food residues after use. Step 2 Wait until the grill is completely cooled before closing lid. Step 3 Clean up grease build-up to avoid grease fire, and cover your grill to prevent rust.

* Please refer to the owner’s manual for details.

This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance. Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance. Follow all warnings and instructions when using the appliance.

(Always keep this manual for convenient future reference).

WARNING

1. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapor in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

2. An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vi

cinity of

this or any other appliance.

3. Do not fill the gas cylinder beyond maximum fill-line.

4. Never allow oil or grease to get hotter than 400℉ or 200

℃

. If the temperature exceeds 400℉ (200℃) or if oil begins to smoke.

Immediately turn the burner or gas supply off.

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.

5. Heated liquids remain at scalding temperature long after the cooking process. Never touch cooking appliance until liquids have cooled to

115℉ (45℃) or

less.

DANGER

1. Never operate this appliance unattended.

2. Never operate this appliance within 10 ft (3 m) of any structure, combustible material or other gas cylinder.

3. Never operate this appliance within 25 ft (7.5 m) of any flammable liquid.

4. If a fire should occur, keep away from the appliance an immediately call your fire department. Do not attempt to extinguish an oil or grease fire with water.

Failure to follow the instructions above could result in fire explosion or burn hazard which could cause property damage, personal injury or death.

GPT1813G Owner’s Manual

Table of Contents

For Your Safty ........................................................................................................4

Illustrated Part List.................................................................................................6

Hardware

List..........................................................................................................7

Assembly Instructions.......................................................................................8-11

Operating Your Grill

..............................................................................................12

Connecting Gas Cylinder......................................................................................12

Checking

for

Leaks

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Lighting Your Grill

.................................................................................................12

Excess Flow Safety Valve Reset Procedure

.......................................................14

Care and Maintenance

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Tro ubleshooting.....................................................................................................15

Warranty Program...................................................................................................16

GPT1813G Owner’s Manual

For Your Safety

Dear Valued Customer, Congratulations on your new barbecue grill purchase! You’ve made the right choice. In this manual, you will find

assembly instructions, sugg estions for

grilling and helpful hints, as well as guidelines for the safe operation , prop er care and use of your grill. Our expert staff strives to provide you with an easy-to-assemble product. Should you have any questions or problems with this product, please call our customer service department at 1-877-885-8227 7:00 am –

4:00 pm (PST), Monday through Friday.

NOTE: The use and installation of this product must conform to local codes. In the absence of local codes, with either

the

National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, Propane Storage and Handling, CSA B149.2, or the Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A119.2/NFPA 1192, and the Recreational Vehicle Code, CSA Z240 RV series, as applicable.

IMPORTANT NOTICE: READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO ASSEM BL Y AND USE. Safety First!

Read and understand all warnings and precautions prior to operating your grill.

WARNING

Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not be stored in a building, garage or any other

enclosed area.

The use of alcohol, prescriptio n or non-prescription drugs may impair an individual’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate this appliance.

Always open the grill lid carefully and slowly as heat and steam trapped within the grill could cause severe burns.

Always place your grill on a hard and level surface far away from combustible materials and structures. An asphalt or blacktop surface may not be acceptable for this purpose.

Do not leave a lit grill unattended.

6. Keep children a nd pet s away from the grill at all times.

Do not use the grill in high winds.

8. This grill must be used

with propane gas only (propane gas cylinder not included).

9. Do not attempt to

attach this grill to the self-contained propane system of a camper, trailer, motor home or house.

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Do not use charcoal or lighter fluid.

11. Do

not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting. The LP-gas supply cylinder must be constructed and

marked

accordance with the specifications for

LP-gas cylinder of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) or the

Standard for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods, CAN/CSA-B339.

12. This outdoor gas appliance is not intended to be installed in or on recreation vehicl es and/or boats.

13. Do

not attempt to move the grill while it is lit.

14. Do

not use the grill unless it is COMPLETELY

assembled and all parts are securely fastened and tightened.

15. Keep combustible items and surfaces at least 50 inches (127 cm) away

from the grill at all times. DO NOT use this gas

grill

or any gas product under any overhead enclosure or near any unprotected combustible constructions.

16. Do not use in an explosive atmosphere. Keep grill area clear and free from combustible ma terials,

gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

17. Do not attempt to use or assemble with missing or damaged parts. Contact customer service for replacement part.

18.

Storage of an appliance indoor is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance.

19.

This appliance is not intended for and should never be used as a heater.

20.

Do not place empty cooking vessel on the appliance while in operation. Use caution when placing anything in cooking vessel while the appliance is in operation.

Safe Locations For Use Of This Outdoor Grill

DANGER

Never use this outdoor grill inside any building, garage, shed or breezeway, or inside any boat, trailer o r recrea tiona l vehicle to prevent a possible fire and to prevent the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning or asphyxiation.

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GPT1813G Owner’s Manual

WARNINGS

Do not use this appliance under overhead combustible surface or covered area (e.g., awnings, umbrellas, porches or gazeboes). Always confirm that this grill is not positioned under the overhang of a house, a garage or other structure before lighting it. An overhang will serve to deflect flare-ups and radiated heat into the structure itself, which could result in a fire.

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Always confirm that this grill is positioned more than 50 inches (127 cm) away from any combustible materials or surface before lighting it, and that no gasoline or other volatile substances are stored in the vicinity of this grill. (see diagram to right). The temperature of a grease fire or of the radiated heat might otherwise be sufficient to ignite nearby combustible or volatile substances.

Always locate this grill where there will be ample combustion and ventilation air. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air, but never position it in the direct path of a strong wind. Never allow the grill to operate while unattended to prevent uncontrolled grease fires from erupting.

Never attempt to move this grill while it is in operation or while it is still hot to prevent possible personal injury. Never store or use gasoline or other flammable or volatile substances in the vicinity of this grill or in the vicinity of any other

heat-generating appliance because of the danger of starting a fire. Always confirm that the installation of this grill conforms with the requirements of all local codes or, in the absence of

applicable local codes,

with either the

DANGER – Gas Safety

Liquid propane (LP) gas is flammable and hazardous if handled improperly. Become aware of its characteristics before

using any propane product.

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Propane Characteristics: Flammable, explosive under pressure, heavier than air and settles in pools in low areas.

• In its natural state, propane has no odor. For your safety, an odorant has been added.

• Contact with propane could cause freeze burns to the skin.

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This grill is shipped from the factory for propane gas use only.

• Never use a propane cylinder with a damaged body, valve, c ollar or footing.

• Dented or rusted propane cylinders may be hazardous and should be checked by your propane gas supplier.

CAUTION

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It is essential to keep the grill’s valve compartment, burners and circulating air passag es cl ean .

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Inspect the grill before each use

Step 1. Inspect all connections and make certain they are secure. Step 2. Check and clean the burner venturi tubes for insects and insect nests by removing the burner and inserting a

bottle brush cleaner into each tube to make sure the passage is clear. *** A clogged tube can lead to a fire beneath the grill. ***

Step 3. Ensure that the valve nozzle is pointing straight and completely inserted into the venturi tube.

GENERAL

INFORMATION

1. A propane gas cylinder

required for operation.

2. This gas grill is NOT intended for commercial u

se.

6feet

50 inches

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