Broil King 9159-67, 9459-37 Owner's Manual

GAS BARBECUES

OWNER'S MANUAL

FOR USE WITH NATURAL GAS

ANSI Z21.58a-2008 / CSA 1.6a-2008

CONTENTS

SAFETY..............................................................2

INSTALLATION .................................................2

NATURAL GAS..................................................3

GAS SUPPLY HOSE .........................................4

VENTURI TUBES...............................................4

LEAK TESTING .................................................5

LIGHTING ..........................................................6

OPERATION ......................................................7

COOKING TECHNIQUES..................................7

MAINTENANCE...............................................10

TROUBLE SHOOTING....................................11

WARRANTY.....................................................12

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serial number here.

Model number

Serial number

Date of purchase

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10094-NG REV E 01/10

SAFETY INSTALLATION

Your new OMC gas grill is a safe, convenient appliance
when assembled and used properly. However, as with all
gas-fired products, certain safeguards must be observed.

Failure to follow these safeguards may result in damage
or injury. If you have questions concerning assembly or

operation, consult your dealer, gas appliance serviceman,
your gas company or our direct customer service line at
800-265-2150.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

• If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. Open lid.

4. If odour continues, keep away from the
appliance and immediately call your gas
supplier or your fire department.

DO NOT store or use gasoline, or other flammable
vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.

CAUTION

• FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.

• IF STORED INDOORS, DETACH AND LEAVE

CYLINDER OUTDOORS.

• THIS APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE OPERATED
UNATTENDED.

• SPECIAL CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO KEEP SMALL
CHILDREN AWAY FROM HEATED SURFACES.

Use caution when handling or transporting this
product. Metal edges can present a hazard. Use
appropriate gloves when lifting or handling. Before
lifting, remove side shelves and grids and grates.

ELECTRICAL CAUTION

1. If any accessory is used on this appliance that requires
an external electrical power source, the accessory when
installed must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes. In the absence of local codes, the
following standards apply:

(U.S.A.) ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Edition
and
(CANADA) CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code

2. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from the
plug.

3. Keep the electrical supply cord and fuel supply hose
away from any heated surface.

1. In Canada, this appliance must be installed in
accordance with the local code and the relevant
CSA standards:

CSA-B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane installation Code

In the U.S.A., this appliance must be installed in
accordance with the local code and the relevant national
code.

ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54 - Latest Edition National Fuel Gas
Code and Latest Local Codes where Applicable

2. The appliance must be located away from combustible
surfaces by at least 76cm/30” from each side, and
76cm/30” from the rear.

76cm / 30”

76cm / 30”

3. Do not operate this appliance under any overhead roof
construction or foliage.

4. This appliance is for OUTDOOR USE ONLY, DO NOT
operate in garage, shed, balcony or other such
enclosed areas.

5. DO NOT restrict the flow of air to the appliance.

6. Keep the area surrounding the appliance free of
combustible materials, gasoline, and all flammable
liquids and vapours.

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

WARNING

Fuels used in gas or oil-fired appliances, and the products
of combustion of such fuels, contain chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.

“This warning is issued pursuant to California Health and
Safety Code Sec. 25249.6”

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NATURAL GAS

1. This barbecue is designed for use with natural gas.
Do not use with liquid propane (bottled gas). The
valves, orifices, and hoses are for natural gas only.

2. Do not use with charcoal.

3. A shut off valve must be used on the gas supply piping
system.

4. When the appliance is not in use, turn off the natural
gas supply at the shut off valve.

5. The appliance is designed to operate at a regulated
pressure of 7 inches water column (W.C.).

STORAGE

1. The gas must be turned off at the natural gas supply
when the barbecue is not in use.

A. GAS SUPPLY PIPING
B. SHUT OFF VALVE
C. QUICK DISCONNECT FITTING
D. EXTENSION HOSE ASSEMBLY

2. When the barbecue is stored indoors, the gas supply
must be disconnected.

GAS SUPPLY TESTING

1. The outdoor gas grill and its individual shutoff valve
must be disconnected from the gas supply piping
system during any pressure testing of that system at
test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).

2. The outdoor gas grill must be isolated from the gas
supply piping system by closing its individual manual
shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas
supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less
than 1/2 psig (3.5kPa).

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GAS SUPPLY HOSE VENTURI TUBES

1. On models supplied with an extension hose, the hose
assembly is specifically designed for your model. No
modifications or additions should be attempted. Hose
and hose couplings comply with CGA Standard CAN

1.83.

2. On models equipped with the "quick disconnect"
coupling, close "shut off valve" before disconnecting
coupling.

3. "Quick disconnect" coupling must be kept clean and
free of dirt and debris.

4. Protect the hose from dripping grease and do not allow
the hose to touch any hot surface, including the base
casting of the barbecue.

5. Inspect the hose at least once per year. If the hose is
cracked, cut, abraded or damaged, the appliance must
not be used.

6. For replacement of hose assembly, contact your dealer
or approved service centre.

• KEEP VENTURI TUBES CLEAN.

• Blockages caused by spiders insects and nests

can cause a flashback fire.

Although the barbecue might still light, the backed up gas
might also ignite and cause a fire around the venturi tubes
at the control panel or side burner.

VENTURI TUBE SPIDER WEB

• If a flashback fire occurs, turn off gas at the
source immediately

Inspect and clean the venturi tubes (main burner, side
burner, rear burner) if any of the following symptoms
occur:

1. You smell gas.

2. Your barbecue does not reach temperature.

3. Your barbecue heats unevenly.

4. The burners make popping noises.

A. GAS SUPPLY PIPING
B. QUICK DISCONNECT COUPLING
C. ADAPTER FITTING
D. EXTENSION HOSE ASSEMBLY
E. LEAK TEST HERE

Inspecting & Cleaning Venturi Tubes

1. Turn off gas at the source. i.e. the gas cylinder or
supply line for natural gas.

2. When barbecue is cool, remove burner fasteners from
bottom, lift the burner from the barbecue housing.

3. Clean the venturi tubes with a pipe cleaner or venturi
cleaning tool (Accessory #18270).

4. Lower the burner into position in the barbecue
housing, making sure that the venturi tubes are
correctly aligned and fitted on the orifices.

5. Secure burner with burner fasteners.

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