GAS-FIRED
P3X GRILL WITH STAINLESS STEEL CART AND ONE BLACK SHELF
PREMIUM GRILLS
P3PK5(N)-2
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
IMPORTANT
T
his manual should be read thoroughly by the installer and by anyone who will use
or maintain the grill.
Installer - Write the model number, serial number, and date of installation in the manual.
If available, attach a copy of the receipt. Leave this manual with the grill owner.
Grill Owner - Read and retain this manual. It contains instructions on using and maintaining your grill, plus information on ordering replacements parts. Attach a copy of
your receipt to this manual. Your receipt established the proof of purchase required
for warranty replacement parts.
WARNING
F
ollow the instruction in this manual for proper installation and maintenance of the
grill. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. For assistance or additional information consult a
qualied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
DANGER: FOR YOUR SAFETY
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Extinguish any open ame.
2. Shut off gas to the appliance.
3. Open the grill lid.
4. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance call
your gas supplier or your re department.
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity
of this or any appliance.
Only the LP tank connected for use shall be placed in the vicinity of this grill.
2.
CAUTION:
P
arts may have sharp edges. Wear leather work gloves and handle parts carefully
during unpacking, assembly and installation.
WARNING
F
or LP grills, use propane cylinders equipped with an Overll Protection Device (OPD).
An overlled or improperly lled propane cylinder can be dangerous.
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Thank you for purchasing a Premium Gas Grill.
Broilmaster takes pride in its reputation as the The Most Durable Grill Known to Man.
From its thick aluminum casting to its massive cooking grids, your Broilmaster
is built to last. In fact we still make replacement parts for Broilmaster grills built
more than 30 years ago.
Visit www.broilmaster.com and click on the Hall of Fame to see a sampling of
our long-time customers. We hope you enjoy years of great meals prepared on
your Broilmaster. And we hope to add your photo to the Hall of Fame one day.
Thank You!
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Broilmaster is a registered trademark of
Empire Comfort Systems, Inc.
918 Freeburg Ave.
Belleville, Illinois 62220
Telephone 800-851-3153
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Y
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Please take time to read this entire manual before assembling your Premium Broilmaster gas grill.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ..................................................................................................... 5
P3PK5 SERIES PARTS DIAGRAM ............................................................................................6
CART HARDWARE PACK - B102002 .......................................................................................7
GRILL HEAD HARDWARE PACK - B102155 ...........................................................................8
SHELF HARDWARE PACK - B101658 ......................................................................................9
UNPACK AND REMOVE LID ...................................................................................................10
CART BASE ASSEMBLY ......................................................................................................... 11
CART WALLS ASSEMBLY ......................................................................................................12
ATTACH WALLS TO BASE ......................................................................................................13
INSTALL REAR BRACE ..........................................................................................................14
INSTALL RUBBER GUARD AND BUSHING ...........................................................................15
INSERT BURNER HOLD-DOWN BOLT ..................................................................................16
ATTACH BOTTOM CASTING TO CART .................................................................................17
ATTACH SIDE SHELF .........................................................................................................18-21
WIND DEFLECTOR PLACEMENT ..........................................................................................22
INSERT CONTROL PANEL ......................................................................................................23
ATTACH IGNITOR WIRE .......................................................................................................... 24
INSTALL BURNER ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................................25
CONNECT IGNITOR LEADS ...................................................................................................26
KNOB AND BATTERY PLACEMENT ......................................................................................27
INSTALL LID STOP ..................................................................................................................28
HEAT SHIELD PLACEMENT ...................................................................................................29
TANK RETAINER AND GREASE CUP INSTALLATION ......................................................... 30
HANDLE INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................31
REINSTALL LID ........................................................................................................................ 32
INSTALL RACKS ...................................................................................................................... 33
INSTALL WARMING RACK .....................................................................................................34
PROPANE GAS GRILLS .....................................................................................................35-37
CONNECTING PROPANE GAS GRILL ..............................................................................38-39
CONNECTING NATURAL GAS GRILL ....................................................................................40
NATURAL GAS GRILLS ..........................................................................................................41
COMPLETED ASSEMBLY .......................................................................................................42
OWNER’S MANUAL FOR P3PK5 GRILLS ........................................................................43-52
OPERATION - PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS GRILLS ..............................................43-44
MAINTENANCE ................................................................................................................... 45
TROUBLESHOOTING ......................................................................................................... 46
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..........................................................................47-48
COOKING TIPS ................................................................................................................... 49
WARRANTY TERMS ...........................................................................................................50
MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST ...............................................................................51
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS .....................................................................................51
GRILL MAINTENANCE HISTORY ....................................................................................... 52
ou have chosen the nest grill for your outdoor cooking pleasure.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Before You Begin
Compare the parts in the box to the parts list provided in this manual. If any are missing, contact your
Broilmaster dealer before beginning assembly.
All Broilmaster grills require some assembly. For the best results, follow the step-by-step instructions.
For natural gas grills and for permanently mounted LP grills, have your gas supplier run service to the desired
location first.
If you purchased an accessory with your Broilmaster, follow the instructions provided.
CAUTION:
Parts may have sharp edges. For your safety
wear leather work gloves and handle parts
carefully during unpacking and assembly.
3/8” and 7/16”
3/8” and 7/16”
3/8”, 7/16” and 3/4”
REQUIRED
3/8” and 7/16”
REQUIRED
REQUIRED
REQUIRED
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TOOLS
REQUIRED
P3PK5 SERIES PARTS DIAGRAM
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CART HARDWARE PACK - B102002
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS,1/4-20 X 3/4
B072217
(8)
KEPS NUT,
SS,1/4-20
B100385
(4)
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
KEPS NUT,
SS,10-24
B073967
(8)
SS,1/4-20 X 1-1/4
B100113
(1)
WING NUT,
1/4-20
R1123
(1)
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS, 10-24 X 1/2
R4056
(6)
SNAP BUSHING,
1/2"
R896
(1)
LOCK WASHER,
1/4 ID X 1/2 OD
B100139
(1)
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FLATWASHER,
SS,1/4 ID X 5/8
OD
B076332
(4)
HEX HEAD BOLT,
SS,1/4-20 X 3/4
B063096
(4)
GRILL HEAD HARDWARE PACK - B102155
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SHELF HARDWARE PACK - B101658
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
10-16 X 3/4
B100563
(4)
FLATWASHER,
SS,1/4 ID X 1
OD
B101640
(2)
SELF-DRILLING PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS,10-16 X 1/2
R4059
(2)
LOCK WASHER,
1/4 ID X 1/2 OD
B076333
(2)
PHILLIPS TRUSS HEAD SCREW,
SS,1/4-3/4
B072217
(2)
FLATWASHER,
1/4 ID X 5/8 OD
B076332
(2)
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HEX NUT,
SS,1/4-20
B076331
(2)
UNPACK AND REMOVE LID
REMOVING LID
To ease assembly, remove Grill Lid
and Warming Rack. Remove Warming
Rack and set aside. Remove the two
Pins and Clips at the rear of the Grill
Lid and set aside. After Pins, Lid and
Warming Rack have been removed,
remove the contents from inside the
Grill.
BROILMASTER
PREMIUM GRILLS
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FRONT
Install the two Casters with Brakes in
the front of the Base.
BRAKE
CART BASE ASSEMBLY
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CART WALLS ASSEMBLY
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS,10-24 X 1/2
R4056 (6)
KEPS NUT,
SS, 10-24
B073967(6)
3/8”
Be careful when handling parts, as
they may contain sharp edges. Work
gloves are recommended to prevent
injury.
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ATTACH WALLS TO BASE
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS,1/4-20 X 3/4
B072217 (4)
Install all four Screws before tightening.
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INSTALL REAR BRACE
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS,1/4-20 X 3/4
B072217 (2)
KEPS NUT,
SS, 1/4-20
B100385 (2)
7/16”
REAR BRACE
Make sure the Rear Brace goes in the
cutout of the Support Bracket.
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INSTALL RUBBER GUARD AND BUSHING
SNAP BUSHING,
1/2”
R896(1)
RUBBER
GUARD,
B101635(1)
RUBBER GUARD BUSHING
Insert Bushing in the Front Panel on the
right.
Install Rubber Guard over Cart cut out.
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INSERT BURNER HOLD-DOWN BOLT
PHILLIPS PAN
HEAD SCREW
SS, 1/4-20 X 1-1/2
B101649 (1)
HEX NUT,
SS, 1/4-20
B076331(1)
.
7/16”
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ATTACH BOTTOM CASTING TO CART
HEX HEAD BOLT
SS, 1/4-20 X 3/4
B063096 (4)
FLAT WASHER,
SS, 1/4 ID X 5/8 OD
B076332 (4)
.
7/16”
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ATTACH SIDE SHELF
PHILLIPS TRUSS HEAD SCREW,
SS, 1/4-20 X 3/4
B072217 (2)
FLAT WASHER,
1/4 ID X 5/8 OD
B076332 (2)
FLAT WASHER,
SS, 1/4 ID X 1 OD
B101640 (2)
LOCK WASHER,
1/4 ID X 1/2 OD
B076333 (2)
HEX NUT,
SS, 1/4-20
B076331 (2)
.. . .
. . .
. .
..
7/16”
LARGE
WASHER ON
INSIDE
CORRECT
Ensure that the Side
Shelf Bracket Assembly
is installed so that the
Match Light Access
Hole is on the bottom.
INCORRECT
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ATTACH SIDE SHELF
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
10-16 X 3/4
B100563 (4)
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ATTACH SIDE SHELF
SELF-DRILLING PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS, 10-16 X 1/2
R4059 (2)
Leave Screws loose
until next step.
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ATTACH SIDE SHELF
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Hang the side Brackets on the lower
Pins of the Bracket attach assembly.
Tighten the two 10-16 x 1/2 Phillips
screws from previous step.
WIND DEFLECTOR PLACEMENT
Place the Wind Deflector in the bottom
Casting.
The Wind Deflector cannot
be installed until after the bottom
Casting is installed on the Cart.
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INSERT CONTROL PANEL
KEPS NUT,
SS, 10-24
B073967(2)
3/8”
Ease the Control Shield over the studs on
the Control Panel. Then insert the two
studs through the holes on the front of the
grill. Remove Plastic Cover on label.
CONTROL
PANEL
SHIELD
CONTROL
PANEL
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ATTACH IGNITOR WIRE
Connect the ground wire to the ground
lug on the Collector Box before
installing the burner into the casting.
COLLECTOR BOX
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INSTALL BURNER ASSEMBLY
COTTER PIN,
B057805(1)
Slide the Venturi on to the Valve
Assembly to the left as shown.
Raise the unsecured end of the Burner
Bracket and slip it over the Phillips
Truss Head Screw. The screw will fit
into the hole on the Burner Bracket.
Insert Cotter Pin.
Note: Ignitor Wires run through center
hole with Venturi.
1
Insert the Burner Assembly into
the Grill bottom with the Venturi
Tubes facing the front of the Grill.
2
3
4
5
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CONNECT IGNITOR LEADS
IGNITER
Route Leads from Burner through
Bushing and secure to Ignitor Terminals
(polarity is not important).
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KNOB AND BATTERY PLACEMENT
Unscrew the Ignitor Knob from the
Control Panel, and insert AA Battery,
positive side up, and replace Ignitor
Button.
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AFTER
INSTALL LID STOP
PHILLIPS TRUSS HEAD SCREW,
SS,10-24 X 3/4
B100128 (1)
HEX LOCK NUT,
SS, 10-24
R4021 (1)
FLAT WASHER
1/4 x 5/8 OD
B076332 (2)
SPACER,
B662325 (1)
3/8”
LID STOP
ROD
Screw the black Knob onto the Lid
Stop. Do not overtighten.
KNOB
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HEAT SHIELD PLACEMENT
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS,1/4-20 X 3/4
B072217 (2)
KEPS NUT,
SS, 1/4-20
B100385 (2)
7/16”
1
2
3
Make sure Heat Shield is resting on the
cutout in the Side Panels before
tightening the screws and nuts.
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4
TANK RETAINER AND GREASE CUP INSTALLATION
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW
SS,1/4-20 X 1-1/4
B100113 (1)
WING NUT,
1/4-20
R1123 (1)
.
LOCK WASHER,
1/4 ID X 1/2 OD
B100139 (1)
Slide Grease Cup into
thecutout in the Heat Shield.
.
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HANDLE INSTALLATION
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS,10-24 X 1
B073978 (2)
Tip: For ease of installation, lightly
lubricate the inside of the Foam Grip with
Liquid Soap before twisting it on to
Handle.
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REINSTALL LID
HINGE PIN,
(FROM PREVIOUS STEPS)
B057804 (2)
COTTER PIN,
(FROM PREVIOUS STEPS)
B057805 (2)
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INSTALL RACKS
Place the 'Char-Master' Briquets in a
single layer evenly on your grill's
briquet rack. DO NOT dump them
onto the briquet rack. A single layer
of 'Char-Master' Briquets is all that's
needed.
There may be some briquets left
over. Save them for future use.
Before cooking, always preheat the
grill as directed by the grill's
operating instructions. Hot
briquets give better flavor and
allow quicker cooking.
1
COOKING GRID POSITION
2
COOKING GRID POSITION
3
COOKING GRID POSITION
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B
D
A
C
INSTALL WARMING RACK
A
C
D
B
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PROPANE GAS GRILLS
For Natural Gas Grills please proceed
to page 40.
3/4”
LP GAS REGULATOR AND HOSE
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Attach the LP hose and Regulator to
the fitting on the Burner Control
Valve mounted on the Control Panel.
Tighten this connection withawrench.
PROPANE GAS GRILLS
Grill Location
This grill is designed for outdoor use only.
Never operate your grill in any building, garage, or other
enclosed area. Never operate your grill in a recreational vehicle
or boat. Never operate your grill under any combustible materials,
such as carports, covered porches, awnings, or overhangs.
CAUTION
Keep the sides of the grill at least 16 inches from any
combustible material. Keep the back of the grill at least
18 inches from any combustible material. Placing a hot
grill too close to a building or other combustible mate-
rial may lead to re, property damage, or personal injury.
Combustible materials include fences, patio furniture,
and your home.
Keep the area around the grill clear to ensure proper ventilation.
The ventilation openings on the propane cylinder enclosure must
also remain free and clear of debris.
Before lighting the grill, position it on a level surface away from
direct wind.
Never move a hot grill.
WARNING
Do not install or operate this grill where gasoline or other
ammable materials are used or stored. Failure to comply
with this warning could result in explosion or re causing
property damage or personal injury.
Propane Cylinder Safety
Propane vapor fuels your grill. Propane is a liquid only when it
is highly compressed. Keeping it compressed requires a heavyduty tank - the LP cylinder.
Inside a full cylinder, the liquid propane makes top up the bottom
80 percent; while propane vapor makes up the 20 percent. As
you draw this vapor from the top of the tank, the liquid below
expands and turns to vapor. Once all of the liquid turns to vapor,
pressure inside the cylinder drops and gas ow stops.
Liquid Propane (LP) gas has a long history of safe use when the
safety precautions provided in this manual are followed.
Failure to follow these safety precautions could result in
a re or explosion causing property damage or personal
injury.
Use extreme caution when handling propane gas cylinders.
Keep the cylinder upright while carrying.
While transporting in a vehicle, keep the cylinder upright and
secured to prevent movement. Never place a propane gas cylinder in the passenger area of a vehicle.
Replace any cylinder that has been dropped, dented, has a
malfunctioning valve, or is visibly damaged. Never attempt to
use or repair a damaged propane gas cylinder.
When relling your cylinder, always insist on a reputable, qualied gas dealer. Your propane gas cylinder is lled by weight, and
should never exceed eighty percent (80%) of its weight limit. If
the cylinder is not completely empty, the gas dealer must make
adjustments to ensure it is not overlled. Never use an overlled
Propane gas cylinder.
When you nish grilling, turn off the grill’s burners and turn off
the gas at the cylinder. If the grill will not be used for an extend
period, remove the cylinder from the grill for storage.
Cylinder Storage
Store your grill outdoors in a well-ventilated area when the LP
cylinder is attached to it.
Store Propane cylinders in a secured upright position.
Keep children away from LP cylinders.
Store cylinders out of direct sunlight and well away from heat
sources. Do not store cylinders in a building, garage, or other
enclosed area.
Disconnected cylinders must have a threaded valve plug tightly
installed.
Do not store ammable materials near LP cylinders - including
gasoline, paper, grill covers, etc.
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PROPANE GAS GRILLS
Propane Cylinder Requirements
Your Broilmaster Premium Gas Grill requires a standard 20-lb
propane gas cylinder, which is available from your grill dealer,
your LP supplier, and at most hardware and home stores.
CAUTION
Do not use a propane gas cylinder which has a capacity
greater than twenty pounds with this grill.
The propane gas cylinder used must be:
1. Constructed and marked in accordance with the specications
for LP gas cylinder of the U.S. Department of Transportation
(D.O.T.) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339,
Cylinders, Spheres, and Tubes for Transportation of
Dangerous Goods, and Commission as applicable.
2. Provided with a listed overlling protection device (OPD).
3. Provided with a listed safety device having direct access
with the vapor space of the cylinder and the cylinder supply
system must be arranged for vapor removal. (Which means
the valve assembly is located at top of the LP cylinder and
the cylinder must remain upright for the propane to come
out of the valve as vapor.)
WARNING
Use Propane gas cylinders equipped with an Overll
Protection Device (OPD). An overlled or improperly lled
propane cylinder can cause a re or explosion.
ATTENTION: Propane gas cylinders must comply with Cylinder
Requirements and Connection Requirements above.
Note: Not all valve and cylinder combinations are compatible.
Check warning tag on valve and cylinder as well as external
tting threads.
All Broilmaster pressure regulators and hose assemblies require
Propane cylinders with a Type 1 connection device as illustrated.
See Figure Below.
4. Provided with a shutoff valve terminating in a valve outlet
as specied in the Standard for Compressed Gas Cylinder
Outlet and Inlet Connections, ANSICGA-V-1.
5. Provided with a plug to effectively seal off the cylinder outlet
when the cylinder is being stored or transported.
6. Provided with a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
Connection Requirements
Installation must conform to local codes or, in the absence of
local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1.
In Canada, installation shall be in accordance with CAN/CGAB149.2 Propane Installation Code, or CAN/CGA-B149.1 Natural
Gas Installation Code, and local codes where applicable. Consult
your local gas supplier or propane gas dealer for code regulations
and recommended procedures.
CAUTION
Never use Liquid Propane (LP) gas in a grill designed
for Natural gas, or use Natural gas in a grill designed for
Liquid Propane gas. Questions regarding different types
of gases should be directed to your local gas supplier.
TYPE 1 LP CONNECTION
Inspect the threaded outlet on the tank and the threaded inlet on
the grill’s pressure regulator for dirt, nicks, or corrosion that might
interfere with a gas-tight connection. If the tank outlet shows
damage, return the tank to the supplier for a replacement. If the
grill’s pressure regulator shows nicks or other damage, contact
your dealer for genuine Broilmaster replacement parts.
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CONNECTING PROPANE GAS GRILL
Pressure Regulator and Hose Assembly
The pressure regulator has an outlet pressure of not more than eleven inches water column. It must be connected to the Propane
gas cylinder’s female valve outlet before the grill can be operated.
WARNING
Operating a Propane gas grill without the pressure regulator and hose assembly will cause gas leaks which could lead
to re or explosion, resulting in property damage or personal injury.
Inspect the threaded outlet on the tank and the threaded inlet on the grill’s pressure regulator for dirt, nicks, or corrosion that might
interfere with a gas-tight connection. If the tank outlet shows damage, return the tank to the supplier for a replacement. If the grill’s
pressure regulator shows nicks or other damage, contact your dealer for genuine Broilmaster replacement parts.
1
Loosen Wing Nut to slide Retaining
Bracket in position. Position the LP
Cylinder in the opening in the bottom of
the Cart and secure it with the Cylinder
Retaining Bracket. Tighten Wing Nut to
secure position.
3
Remove Grease Cup if necessary for
ease of installation.
2
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CONNECTING PROPANE GAS GRILL
Make sure the grill’s burner controls
are off. Open the valve on the top of
the LP cylinder, while listening for
leaks. If you hear a leak or smell gas,
turn off the valve and retighten the
connection. If the problem persists
contact your Broilmaster dealer.
Connect the grill to the LP cylinder
using the pressure regulator and hose
assembly supplied with your grill and
hand tighten.
2
To disconnect the Propane gas
cylinder, turn OFF the cylinder's valve
and the grill's control valve. Remove
the regulator by turning the plastic
handwheel counterclockwise.
1
3
Ensure that hose does not touch the
grill or rub any mounting
components. (Rotating the LP
cylinder slightly will usually change
the position of the hose.)
Caution: Do not use a wrench or any
other tool to tighten. Use of a wrench
or other tool will damage the plastic
handwheel.
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CONNECTING NATURAL GAS GRILL
3/4”
12 FT QUICK DISCONNECT HOSE
Not Supplied (Purchased Accessory, NG12)
Attach the Natural Gas hose to the
fitting on the Burner Control Valve
mounted on the Control Panel. Snug
this connection with a wrench.
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NATURAL GAS GRILLS
Grill Location
This grill is designed for outdoor use only.
Never operate your grill in any building, garage, or other
enclosed area. Never operate your grill in a recreational vehicle
or boat. Never operate your grill under any combustible materials,
such as carports, covered porches, awnings, or overhangs.
CAUTION
Keep the sides of the grill at least 16 inches from any
combustible material. Keep the back of the grill at least
18 inches from any combustible material. Placing a hot
grill too close to a building or other combustible mate-
rial may lead to re, property damage, or personal injury.
Combustible materials include fences, patio furniture,
and your home.
Keep the area around the grill clear to ensure proper ventilation.
WARNING
Do not install or operate this grill where gasoline or other
ammable materials are used or stored. Failure to comply
with this warning could result in explosion or re causing
property damage or personal injury.
Gas Type
The type gas required for your grill can be determined from the
product identication label located on the grill’s control panel.
Questions regarding different types of gases should be directed
to your local gas supplier.
Connection Requirements
Broilmaster natural gas grills are not equipped with pressure
regulators. Your gas grill operates at a manifold pressure of
seven inches water column. (Your natural gas technician will
understand what this means.)
For a cart-mounted Natural gas grill have a trained technician
from your gas supplier or your grill dealer run the gas line to
a convenient location, terminating in a gas valve and a quick-
connect gas tting.
Connect your grill to this coupling using the twelve-foot exible
hose with a quick disconnect tting (available for purchase from
your Broilmaster dealer.)
CAUTION
The grill and its individual shutoff valve must be discon-
nected from the gas supply piping system during any
system pressure testing at test pressures in excess of
1/2 PSIG.
CAUTION
The grill must be isolated from the gas supply piping sys-
tem by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during
any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at
test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 PSIG.
CAUTION
Never use Liquid Propane (LP) gas in a grill designed
for Natural gas, or Natural gas in a grill designed for
Liquid Propane gas. Questions regarding different types
of gases should be directed to your local gas company.
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COMPLETED ASSEMBLY
Thank you for purchasing a Premium Gas Grill and we hope you
enjoy years of great meals prepared on your Broilmaster.
Please feel free to visit the Broilmaster Facebook page
and share photos of your Broilmaster grill.
Thank You!
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OWNER’S MANUAL FOR P3PK5 GRILLS
OPERATION - PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS GRILLS
Check for Gas Leaks
Check for gas leaks every time you connect your Broilmaster
propane gas grill to a Propane gas cylinder, when a connected
cylinder has not been used recently, or when either a natural or
propane grill is being used for the rst time.
WARNING
Do not use an open ame to check for leaks. Checking for
leaks with an open ame may lead to a re or explosion,
resulting in property damage or personal injury.
To check for gas leaks:
1. Use water dish and a little dish washing liquid to make a
soapy solution.
2. Turn OFF the knob on the control panel.
3. Turn ON the gas at the supply or cylinder. A hissing sound
indicates a leak. Turn OFF the gas and repair the leak.
4. Apply the soapy water solution to all gas connections.
5. Look for bubbles. Bubbles indicate a leak.
6. If you see bubbles turn OFF the gas and repair the leak.
7. Turn the gas back ON and repeat the above procedures until
all leaks are repaired.
Air Shutter Adjustment
The venturi air shutter(s) are preset at the factory so that after
ve minutes the burner ames are blue with well dened cones.
If, after ve minutes the ame is yellow, or there is a gap between
the burner and the ame, adjust the venturi air shutter as follows:
1. Turn gas OFF and let the burner cool.
2. Loosen shutter set screw.
3. Close the air shutter to the minimum opening.
4. Light the burner, wait ve minutes and then carefully open
the air shutter until the ame is blue and well-dened.
5. Retighten the set screw.
Operating Instructions
Lighting with the Electric Ignitor
CAUTION
If a burner fails to light after 5 seconds, turn the burner
OFF for 5 minutes, to allow the gas to clear, then try again.
1. Open the grill lid.
2. Turn burner knob CLOCKWISE to the OFF position.
3. Turn ON the gas at the source.
4. With the grill lid open, push and turn the burner control knob
COUNTERCLOCKWISE to Hi.
5. Push and hold the ignitor button until the burner lights
(approximately 5 seconds).
6. If a burner does not light, turn OFF all gas and refer to the
Troubleshooting section of this manual.
Lighting with a Match
CAUTION
If a burner fails to light after 5 seconds, turn the burner
OFF for 5 minutes, to allow the gas to clear, then try again.
1. Open the grill lid.
2. Turn the burner knob CLOCKWISE to the OFF position.
3. Turn ON gas at the source.
4. With the grill lid open, push and turn the burner control knob
COUNTERCLOCKWISE to HI.
5. Insert a long wooden lighted match through the lighter hole
on either side of the grill. See Figure Below.
6. If a burner does not light, turn OFF all gas and refer to the
Troubleshooting section of this manual.
Heat Indicator Recalibration
The heat indicator can be recalibrated if needed. Remove the heat
indicator from the grill and place the probe end in a pot of boiling
water. Set the heat indicator by turning the nut on the back until
it reads 212 degrees. The indicator is now set.
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LIGHTING WITH A MATCH
OPERATION - PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS GRILLS
Before Cooking
Before cooking on a grill for the rst time, burn off any oil residue
from the manufacturing process.
1. Open the grill lid.
2. Light grill burner.
3. Burn on HI for ten minutes.
4. Close the lid and burn on HI for an additional ten minutes.
5. The grill is now ready for use.
Preheating
Before cooking on a gas grill, allow the grill to preheat on HI for
5 minutes with the lid closed.
Preheating uses very little fuel, provides better avor, and
provides more consistent cooking times.
Electrical Accessories
Any electrical accessory (e.g. rotisserie) used on your grill must
be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with the National Electric Code, ANSI/
NFPA 70. In Canada, the electrical accessory must be electrically grounded in accordance with the applicable section of the
current Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.
Any electrical accessory should be equipped with a threeprong (grounding) plug and plugged into a properly grounded
three-prong receptacle or wall outlet. Do not cut or remove the
grounding prong from the plug.
If an extension cord is required, use only a three-prong cord and
plug into a properly grounded receptacle as described above.
Do not expose an electrical accessory to water. Avoid using
any electrical accessory in wet weather as it may present a
shock hazard.
Keep any electrical cord and fuel supply hose away from all
heated surfaces.
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MAINTENANCE
Cleaning the Grill
CAUTION
To prevent injury, use care when cleaning a hot grill.
Buy a good grill brush. Inexpensive grill brushes tend to lose
their metal bristles, which can stick to your cooking grids and
become embedded in foods.
A grill builds up a patina of smoke residue. This “seasoning” is
normal and actually enhances the avor of your foods. If the
build-up grows too thick, it can ake off and fall onto your food.
To remove excess build-up, let the grill cool completely and then
brush thoroughly with a high-quality grill brush.
Note: Do not use a commercial cleaner on the cooking grid.
For baked on residue use grill brush on the cooking grid
and other components.
Burn Off
This process is much like that used in self-cleaning ovens and
is most efcient when completed after each use of the grill.
CAUTION
at least twice per year and more often if spiders are active. If
the grill has been unused for an extended period of time inspect
the tubes before using the grill.
Cleaning Venturi Tubes
1. Remove the cooking grids and briquette rack.
2. Remove the burner from the grill.
3. Lay the burner face down and remove the four retaining
screws from the venturi tube plate and the burner.
See Figure Below.
4. Use a small exible brush to remove any debris for the
tube(s).
5. Flush with water.
6. Allow the tube(s) to dry before reinstalling.
7. Reattach the venturi, collector box, and bracket in the reverse
order removed.
8. Reinstall burner, briquette rack, and cooking grids.
Do not open the grill during the burn off process.
Opening the grill during the burn off process may cause
a sudden grease re are up that could burn your face
and arms. Wait until the grill has cooled before opening.
1. Turn gas knob to HI. Close lid and allow the grill to burn for
ten minutes, or until no smoke is present. Do not allow the
grill to burn for more than 30 minutes.
2. Turn gas knob and supply to OFF and allow the grill to cool.
3. Wipe COOL grill with a damp cloth to remove soot.
Grill Bottom
Periodically remove cooking grids to clean the interior of the
grill. Scrape off baked on residue with a putty knife or brush and
rinse with water. Clean the bottom air holes with a small knife.
Burner Maintenance
Stainless steel burners often turn reddish brown after use. This
does not effect the performance of the grill. When cleaning the
interior of the grill, remove the burners and clean with a brush.
Wash with water and a mild detergent.
Grease Cup
Empty periodically.
Venturi Tubes
The venturi tubes allow air and gas to mix prior to burning,
ensuring an efcient ame. Spiders or other small insects may
build webs or nests inside the tubes obstructing air ow. This can
cause a re, or ashback, around the obstructed venturi tubes
and may damage to components beneath the grill or an unsafe
condition. To reduce risk, inspect and clean the venturi tubes
CLEANING VENTURI TUBES
Exterior Cleaning
Turn off the grill and allow it to cool before cleaning. Never use
aerosol sprays or ammable cleaners on or near a hot grill.
Do not use abrasive pads or cleaners on stainless or painted
components.
Clean the grill exterior regularly with a solution of mild detergent
and hot water.
Touch-up paint is available from your dealer.
Broilmaster protective covers are recommended to protect your
grill from the elements. Clean stainless steel components with a
stainless steel cleaner available in most hardware stores.
Briquettes
If the briquettes did not come clean during burn off, wait for the
grill to cool and then turn them over. The residue will burn off
during the next warm-up.
Heat Indicator
Clean any build-up from indicator probe once a season to prevent
loss of accuracy.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
Although we have attempted to ensure that your grill will operate properly and
satisfactorily, sometimes problems do arise. The following troubleshooting guide lists several
possible problems and their probable cause and solution.
Do not repair or replace any part of the grill unless specically recommended in this manual.
All other service should be referred to a qualied technician.
Problem Cause Solution
Burner will not light Spider webs in venturi tubes Clean venturi tubes.
See Maintenance Section.
Out of gas Rell LP gas cylinder. If natural
model, turn on gas at source.
Gas injector not inserted in venturi
tube
Clogged gas injector Remove gas injector from gas
Obstruction in gas line For propane models, ensure
Misalignment of collector box and
burner
Dead battery Replace with AA Alkaline
Inadequate grill
temperature
Flames blow out Cold grill Preheat grill at least 5 minutes
Poor combustion Adjust air shutter.
Misalignment of venturi tube and
gas injector
Inadequate gas pressure Contact gas supplier for
Realign/engage gas injector
with the venturi tube.
control assembly and clean.
gas valve on cylinder is OFF.
Remove exible hose and blow
out any debris.
Position electrode properly.
Clean collector box.
battery.
Realign/engage gas injector
with the venturi tube.
assistance.
on HI with the grill lid closed.
Misalignment of burner tube and
gas injector
Poor combustion Adjust air shutter.
Extreme wind Turn or shield grill.
Yellow ames Air shutter improperly set Open air shutter.
Spider webs in venturi tubes Clean venturi tubes.
Seasoning salts on burner Clean by washing burner with
Oil lm on burner Allow burner to operate on HI
Realign/engage gas injector
with the burner tube.
See Maintenance Section.
mild detergent.
for 10-15 minutes.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNING
Spiders and insects can nest in gas grill burners causing the gas ignite under the control panel.
This is very dangerous and can damage the grill, making it unsafe to operate. Inspect the grill at
least twice per year and more often if spiders are active.
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. Some chemicals, in the presence of heat, may 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 around the grill free from combustible materials, trash, or volatile uids and vapors such as gasoline or charcoal lighter uid. Do not obstruct the ow of combustion and
ventilation air. Keep the back of the cart free from debris.
If the grill is stored indoors ensure that it is cool. Remove the propane cylinder and store it 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 specied clearance.
Keep electrical cords always from the heated areas of the grill.
Do not use the grill for cooking excessively fatty meats or products, which promote are-ups.
Keep Children Away from the Grill at All Times
Never leave children unattended near the grill. Teach them to stay away even when you are not
cooking, as the grill can remain hot after it is turned off.
Never allow children near the grill at any time. Do not store items of interest to children around or
below the grill or in the cart.
Never allow children to crawl inside of a cart or island enclosure.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Practice Safe Grilling
Do not wear loose tting clothing or ammable clothing (such as synthetics) around the grill. Never
let clothing, pot holders, or other ammable materials come in contact with or too close to any grate,
burner or hot surface. Fabric may ignite and result in personal injury.
Use only dry pot holders. Using a damp pot holder on a hot surface may cause burns from steam.
Do not use towels or bulky cloth in place of pot holders. Do not let pot holders touch hot cooking
grids. Never use a sponge on a hot surface, as it may cause steam burns.
Protect your hand with an oven mitt or pot holder when opening the grill lid. Never lean over an
open grill.
Use heat-proof cookware and tools specically designed for grilling. Other types of material may
shatter with sudden temperature changes or melt from extreme heat. Use tools with insulated
handles and keep them away from the grill to avoid heat build-up.
Do not spray aerosol oil or butter or pour liquid oil into the grill. Doing so will cause a ash re that
can burn you.
Grease is ammable. Let grease cool before attempting to handle it. Avoid letting grease deposits
collect in the bottom of the grill. Clean your grill often.
Do not use aluminum foil to line the cooking grids or grill bottom. This can disrupt combustion air
ow or trap excess heat in the control area. Excess heat can melt knobs or ignitors, and increase
the chance of personal injury. The drip tray accessory may be lined with aluminum foil.
Do not heat unopened food containers - such as cans, jars, and sealed pans. Pressure build-up
may cause the container to burst.
When lighting a grill, always open the lid rst and pay close attention to what you are doing. Turn
one burner knob to HI, press the ignitor button and count to ve.
For proper lighting and performance of the burners keep the ports clean.
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 if applied to a hot surface.
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COOKING TIPS
Cook Food To Proper Temperatures
Cooking food safely requires that you raise the internal temperature of the meat high enough and for a long enough
period of time to kill any food-borne bacteria that may cause illnesses.
Color is not the best indicator that food is safe to eat. Use a high-quality probe thermometer to be sure your food is
properly cooked. Place the tip of an instant-read thermometer into the center of the thickest part of the food but at
least 1/2 inch deep. Read the temperature after about 10 seconds. Follow the temperature guidelines for the type of
food you’re cooking.
The following guidelines are from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration Center for Food Safety and Applied Nutrition.
Cook to Internal Temp
Meat & Poultry Medium Rare Medium Well Done
Fresh Beef - Medium Rare 145°F 160°F 170°F
Ground turkey, chicken 165°F
Ground veal, beef, lamb, pork 145°F with 3 minutes of rest and then turn
Fresh Pork - Medium 160°F 170°F
Chicken - whole 165°F
Turkey - whole 165°F
Poultry breasts, roast 165°F
Poultry thighs, wings 165°F
Stufng (cooked alone or in bird) 165°F
Duck and goose 180°F
Fresh Veal - Medium Rare 160°F
Fresh Lamb - Medium Rare 145°F 160°F 170°F
Ham - fresh (raw) 145°F 160°F 170°F
Ham - pre-cooked (reheat) 140°F
Seafood
Fish Cook until esh turns opaque and akes easily with a fork.
Shrimp, lobster, crab Cook until shells turn red and esh becomes pearly opaque.
Scallops Should turn milky white or opaque and rm.
Clams, mussels, oysters Cook until shells open.
*The above temperature settings are a guide, the temperatures may vary due to wind and outside ambient temperatures.
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WARRANTY TERMS
Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this Broilmaster premium gas grill to be free from defects at the time of
purchase and for the periods specied below. Broilmaster Premium Gas Grills must be installed by a qualied technician and must be maintained and operated safely, in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual. This
warranty applies to the original purchaser only and is not transferable. All warranty repairs must be accomplished
by a qualied gas appliance technician.
Limited Lifetime Parts Warranty – Against Rust-Through
If the items listed below fail because of defective workmanship or material, Empire will repair or replace at Empire’s option. The limited
lifetime warranty provides one-time replacement of a covered component.
• Aluminum Grill Housing (except paint)
• Stainless Steel Cooking Grids and Stainless Steel Griddles
• Select Stainless Steel Components – Cart, Mounting, Bowtie Burner, Side Burner (DPSBSS), Side Burner Housing, and Warming
Rack
• Stainless Steel Built-In Components – Built-In Kits for 3-Series Grill Heads, Door Kit, Tilt-Out LP Tank Door, and Vent Register Kit
Limited Ten-Year Parts Warranty – Against Rust-Through
If the items listed below fail because of defective workmanship or material, Empire will repair or replace at Empire’s option.
• Stainless Steel Burners for H-Series, Q-Series, and R3B
• Stainless Steel Drip Pan for Q-Series
• Side Burner (DPASBC), Side Burner Housing (BSA)
Limited Five-Year Parts Warranty – Against Rust-Through
If the items listed below fail because of defective workmanship or material, Empire will repair or replace at Empire’s option.
• Infrared Burners on R3 or R3B
• Flare Buster™ Ceramic Flavor Enhancers
• Painted Electro-Galvanized Steel Components
• Stainless Steel Smoker Shutter
Limited Two-Year Parts Warranty – Against Rust-Through
If the items listed below fail because of defective workmanship or material, Empire will repair or replace at Empire’s option.
• Porcelain Coated Steel Briquette Racks
• Chrome-Plated Warming Rack
• Stainless Steel Heat Shield
Limited One-Year Parts Warranty
If the items listed below fail because of defective workmanship or material, Empire will repair or replace at Empire’s option.
• Valves, knobs, ignitors, labels, hoses, ttings, grease cups, drip buckets, and all other parts and accessories – including those
made from stainless steel – unless specied above
• Paint on Aluminum Grill Head
Note: Using lighter uid will void the warranty. Always light charcoal with a chimney, lighter cubes or an electric starter.
Duties Of The Owner
The appliance must be installed by a qualied installer and operated in accordance with the instructions furnished with the appliance. A
bill of sale, cancelled check, or payment record should be kept to verify purchase date and establish warranty period. Ready access to
the appliance for service.
What Is Not Covered
• Damages that might result from the use, misuse, or improper installation or storage of this appliance.
• Travel, diagnostic costs and freight charges on warranted parts to and from the factory.
• Claims that do not involve defective workmanship or materials.
• Unauthorized service or parts replacements.
• Removal and reinstallation cost.
• Inoperable due to improper or lack of maintenance.
• The costs of a service call to diagnose a problem and labor for replacement or repairs.
How To Get Service
To make a claim under this warranty, please have your receipt available and contact your installing dealer. Provide the dealer with the mod-
el number, serial number, type of gas, and purchase verication. The installing dealer is responsible for providing service and will contact
the factory to initiate any warranted parts replacements. Empire will make replacement parts available at the factory. Shipping expenses
are not covered. If, after contacting your Empire dealer, service received has not been satisfactory,
Contact: Consumer Relations Department
Replacement, Empire Comfort Systems Inc.,
PO Box 529, Belleville, Illinois 62222, or send an e-mail to
info@empirecomfort.com with “Consumer Relations” in the subject line.
Your Rights Under State Law
This warranty gives you specic legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.
Broilmaster is a Division of Empire Comfort Systems, Inc.
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MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST
To order parts under warranty, please contact your local Broilmaster dealer. See the dealer locator at www.broilmaster.com.
To provide warranty service, your dealer will need your name and address, purchase date and serial number, and the
nature of the problem. Please keep your receipt to establish ownership and date of purchase.
To order parts after the warranty period, please contact your dealer or one of the Master Parts Distributors listed below.
The Master Parts Distributor list changes from time to time. For the current list go to www.broilmaster.com and click on
the Parts button.
Note: Master Parts Distributors are independent businesses that stock the most commonly ordered repair parts.
Dey Distributing
1401 Willow Lake Boulevard
Vadnais Heights, MN 55101
Victor Division of F. W. Webb Company
200 Locust Street
Hartford, CT 06114
Phone: 651-490-9191
Toll Free: 800-397-1339
Website: www.deydistributing.com
Parts: Heater, Hearth and Grills
Phone: 860-722-2433
Toll Free: 800-243-9360
Fax: 860-293-0479
Toll Free Fax: 800-274-2004
Websites: www.fwwebb.com & www.victormfg.com
Parts: Heater, Hearth and Grills
East Coast Energy Products
10 East Route 36
West Long Branch, NJ 07764
Phone: 732-870-8809
Toll Free: 800-755-8809
Fax: 732-870-8811
Website: www.eastcoastenergy.com
Parts: Heater, Hearth and Grills
Able Distributors
2501 North Central Avenue
Chicago, IL 60639
Phone: 773-889-5555
Toll Free: 800-880-2253
Fax: 773-466-1118
Website: www.abledistributors.com
Parts: Heater
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS
Parts Not Under Warranty
Parts can be ordered through your Service Person, Dealer, or a Master Parts Distributor. See this page for the Master Parts
Distributors list. For best results, the service person or dealer should order parts through the distributor. Parts can be shipped
directly to the service person/dealer.
Warranty Parts
Warranty parts will need a proof of purchase and can be ordered by your Service Person or Dealer. Proof of purchase is required
for warranty parts.
All parts listed in the Parts List have a Part Number. When ordering parts, rst obtain the Model Number and Serial Number from
the name plate on your equipment. Then determine the Part Number (not the Index Number) and the Description of each part
from the following illustration and part list. Be sure to give all this information . . .
Model Number / Dealer Part Description
Serial Number / Dealer Phone Number Part Number
Type of Gas (Propane or Natural)
Do not order bolts, screws, washers or nuts. They are standard hardware items and can be purchased at any local hardware
store.
Shipments contingent upon strikes, res and all causes beyond our control.
Your Broilmaster Premium Gas Grill is identied by model number, serial number, and gas type. This information is
provided on a product identication label located on the grill’s control panel. For your convenience, complete this
section for future reference when contacting your dealer.
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GRILL MAINTENANCE HISTORY
PREMIUM GRILLS
Date Maintenance Performed
If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.com.
If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer.
BROILMASTER
A Division of Empire Comfort Systems, Inc.
918 Freeburg Ave.
Belleville, Illinois 62220
Visit our web site at www.broilmaster.com
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