Blue Rhino 253402 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Outdoor LP Gas Barbecue Grill

Model No. 253402

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

For Outdoor Use Only

(outside any enclosure)

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

1.Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.

2.Read the installation, operation, and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.

3.Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion, which could cause property damage, personal injury, or death.

California Proposition 65:

Chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm are created by the combustion of propane.

Save these instructions for future reference.

If you are assembling this unit for someone else, give this manual to him or her to read and save for future reference.

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 Exploded View & Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3 Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4 Operating Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Connecting Gas Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Check for Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Turning Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Initial Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6 Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7 Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

The use and installation of this product must conform to local codes. In absence of local codes, use the National Fuel Gas Code,ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, CAN/CGA-B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.

Manufactured in China for: Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, LLC

104 Cambridge Plaza Drive, Winston-Salem, NC 27104 USA 1.800.762.1142, www.bluerhino.com

© 2005 Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, LLC. All Rights Reserved
UniFlame® is a Registered Trademark of Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, LLC.. All Rights Reserved.	253402-OM-108 ES

Outdoor LP Gas Barbecue Grill Model No. 253402

DANGER

If you smell gas -

1.Shut off gas to 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.

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY

1.Do not store spare LP cylinder within 10 feet (3 m) of this appliance.

2.Do not store or use gasoline or other liquids with flammable vapors within 25 feet (8 m) of this or any other appliance.

3.An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

Safety First

DANGERS and Cautions

1.This grill is for outdoor use only, and shall not be used in a building, garage, or any other enclosed area.

2.This grill is NOT for commercial use.

3.This is not a tabletop grill. Therefore, do not place this grill on any type of tabletop surface.

4.This grill is for use with liquid propane (LP) gas only. The conversion to or attempted use of natural gas in this LP gas grill is dangerous and will void your warranty.

5.LP gas Characteristics:

a.LP gas is flammable and hazardous if handled improperly. Become aware of the characteristics before using any LP gas product.

b.LP gas is explosive under pressure, heavier than air, and settles and pools in low areas.

c.LP gas in its natural state has no odor. For your safety, an odorant is added that smells like rotten cabbage.

d.Contact with LP gas can cause freeze burns to skin.

6.LP gas tank needed to operate. Only tanks marked “propane” may be used.

7.The LP gas supply tank must be constructed and marked in accordance with the Specifications for LP gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSAB339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and Commission.

8.LP gas tank must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.

9.Dented or rusted LP gas tanks may be hazardous and should be checked by your LP gas supplier prior to use.

10.The LP gas tank should not be dropped or handled roughly.

11.Tanks must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not be stored in a building, garage, or any other enclosed area. Your tank must never be stored where temperatures can reach over 125°F.

12.Never attempt to attach this grill to the self-contained LP gas system of a camper trailer, motor home, or house.

13.The use of alcohol, or prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate the appliance.

14.Never use charcoal, lighter fluid, lava rocks, gasoline, kerosene, or alcohol with this product.

15.Your grill has been checked at all factory connections for leaks. Recheck all connections, as movement in shipping can loosen connections.

16.Check for leaks even if your unit was assembled for you by someone else.

17.Do not operate if gas leak is present. Gas leaks may cause a fire or explosion.

18.You must follow all leak-checking procedures before operating. To prevent fire or explosion hazard when testing for a leak:

a.Always perform leak test before lighting the grill and each time the tank is connected for use.

b.No smoking. Do not use or permit sources of ignition in the area while conducting a leak test.

c.Conduct the leak test outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

d.Do not use matches, lighters, or a flame to check for leaks.

e.Do not use grill until any and all leaks are corrected.

If you are unable to stop a leak, disconnect the LP gas supply. Call a gas appliance serviceman or your local LP gas supplier.

19.Do not use in an explosive atmosphere. Keep grill area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

20.Keep all combustible items and surfaces at least 21 inches (53 cm) away from the grill at all times. DO NOT use this grill or any gas product under any overhead or near any unprotected combustible constructions.

21.It is essential to keep the grill’s valve compartment, burners, and circulating air passages clean. Inspect grill before each use.

22.Do not alter grill in any manner.

23.Do not use the grill unless it is COMPLETELY assembled and all parts are securely fastened and tightened.

24.This grill should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a regular basis.

25.Use only the regulator provided. The replacement regulator shall be that specified by the manufacturer.

26.Use only Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, LLC. factory authorized parts. The use of any part that is not factory authorized can be dangerous. This will also void your warranty. Contact 1.800.762.1142.

27.Do not use this appliance without reading “Operating Instructions” in this manual.

28.Do not touch metal parts of grill until it has completely cooled (about 45 min.) to avoid burns, unless you are wearing protective gear (pot holders, gloves, BBQ mittens, etc.).

29.Do not install or use in or on boats or recreational vehicles.

30.When cooking, fire extinguishing materials shall be readily accessible. In the event of an oil grease fire, do not attempt to extinguish with water. Use type BC dry chemical fire extinguisher or smother with dirt, sand or baking soda.

31.Do not use grill in high winds.

32.Never lean over the grill when lighting.

33.Do not leave a lit grill unattended, especially keep children and pets away from grill at all times.

34.Do not attempt to move grill when in use. Allow the grill to cool before moving or storing.

35.Storage of grill indoors is permissible only if the tank is disconnected, removed from the grill and properly stored outdoors.

36.Always open grill lid carefully and slowly as heat and steam trapped within grill can severely burn you.

37.Do not attempt to disconnect the gas regulator from the tank or any gas fitting while the grill is in use.

38.Disconnect cylinder when not in use.

39.Always use your grill on a hard, non-combustable level surface. An asphalt or blacktop surface may not be acceptable for this purpose.

40.Do not use on wooden decks.

41.Keep all electrical cords away from a hot grill.

42.Do not use grill for indoor cooking or heating. TOXIC fumes can accumulate and cause asphyxiation.

43.After a period of storage and/or nonuse, check for leaks, burner obstructions and inspect for any abrasion, wear, cuts to the hose.

44.Failure to open lid while igniting the grill’s burner, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the grill does not light, may result in an explosive flame-up.

45.If grill is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply tank.

46.Never operate grill without heat plate installed.

47.Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is cooked to a safe temperature.

48.Do not store a spare LP gas tank under or near this appliance.

49.Deaths, serious injury or damage to property may occur if the above is not followed exactly.

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Exploded View

1.	Lid Handle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-447							1
2.	Lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-444
3.	Warming Rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-451
4.	Cooking Grid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-448
5.	Heat Plate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-450
6.	Left Top Hinge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-454						2
7.	Left Bottom Hinge	55-14-456
8.	Right Top Hinge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-455
9.	Right Bottom Hinge . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-457
10.	Burner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-449			3
11. Heat Reflector Plate		55-14-452
12.	Left Side Handle	55-14-461					7	6
13.	Heat Resistant Handle Washer (2). .	55-15-333						9		8
14.	Left Side Handle Support . . . . . . . .	55-14-458	4					10
15.	Right Side Handle Support . . . . . . .	55-14-459						11
16.	Right Side Handle	55-14-460		12	13	14
17.	Bottom Bowl. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-445
18.	Lock. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-14-453	5					17		15	16
19.	Regulator	55-14-446
20.	Back Leg*. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-15-331
21.	Front Leg* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	55-15-332			18
*Pre-assembled									20		19
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Hardware

A. Small Screw	4 pcs
M5x12 Zinc Plated Phillips Truss Head Screw
B. Large Screw	1 pc
M6x10 Zinc Plated Phillips Truss Head Screw

C. Small Wing Nut

4 pcs

M5 Zinc Plated Wing Nut

D. Large Wing Nut

6 pcs

M6 Zinc Plated Wing Nut

E. Small Washer	4 pcs
ø5 Zinc Plated Washer
F. Large Washer	6 pcs
ø6.4 Zinc Plated Washer

G. Heat Resistant Washer

6 pc

ø6 Heat Resistant Washer

H. Small Lock Washer	4 pcs
ø5 Zinc Plated Lock Washer
I. Large Lock Washer	6 pcs
ø6.4 Zinc Plated Lock Washer

J.	Pins**	2 pcs
K.	Cotter Pins**	2 pcs

Tool Included

L. Screwdriver**

1 pc

** Not shown at actual size.

Outdoor LP Gas Barbecue Grill Model No. 253402

Assembly Instructions

DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE.

For assistance call 1.800.762.1142 toll free. Please have your owner’s manual and serial number available for reference.

For Easiest Assembly:

•To avoid losing any small components or hardware, assemble your product on a hard level surface that does not have cracks or openings.

•Clear an area large enough to layout all components and hardware.

•When applicable, tighten all hardware connections by hand first. Once the step is completed, go back and fully tighten all hardware.

•Follow all steps in order to properly assemble your product.

Step Assemble lid

1A. Attach lid handle to lid using 2 sets of heat resistant washers (G), large washers (F), large lock washers (I), and large wing nuts (D).

B.Attach left top hinge to lid using small screw (A), heat resistant washer (G), small washer (E), small lock washer (H), and small wing nut (C).

C.Attach right top hinge to lid using small screw (A), heat resistant washer (G), small washer (E), small lock washer (H), and small wing nut (C).

Step Unfold legs

2Unfold legs from grill bottom and snap into place.

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Step

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Attach bottom hinges

A.Attach left bottom hinge to bottom bowl using small screw (A), heat resistant washer (G), small washer (E), small lock washer (H), and small wing nut (C).

B.Attach right bottom hinge to bottom bowl using small screw (A), heat resistant washer (G), small washer (E), small lock washer (H), and small wing nut (C).

Note: Finger tighten hinges into place.

Attach left side handle

Attach left side handle, heat resistant plate and left side handle support to bottom bowl using 2 sets of large washers (F), large lock washers (I), and large wing nuts (D).

Attach right side handle

Attach right side handle, heat resistant plate and right side handle support to bottom bowl using 2 sets of large washers (F), large lock washers (I), and large wing nuts (D).

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Step

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Attach burner, heat reflecting plate and regulator

A.Place heat reflector plate into bottom bowl.

B.Slide burner tube into opening on right side of bottom bowl.

C.Attach burner and heat reflecting plate to bottom bowl using large screw (B).

D.Screw regulator clockwise onto burner stem.

Attach lid

A.Insert the top hinges into the bottom hinges.

B.Secure using 2 sets of pins (J) and cotter pins (K).

C.Tighten hinge screws on top and bottom bowl.

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Insert warming rack

A. Slide warming rack into holes in lid and bottom bowl.

Note: Look for corresponding holes on side of lid. Insert short wire ends into lid holes, one side at a time. Position warming rack legs into slots on grill body sides.

B. Cut zip tie on warming rack.

Insert heat plate and cooking grid

A.Insert heat plate.

B.Insert cooking.

Completed

Congratulations your assembly is now complete. Read Operating Instructions before proceeding.