Cal Flame Barbecue Grills Carts User Manual
LTR20091038, Rev. A
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WARNING
If the information in this manual is not followed
exactly, a re or explosion may result causing
property damage, personal injury or loss of
life.
Installation / Assembly
Cabinet Cut-out Dimensions.............3
Gas Requirements and Connection .......5
Leak Testing Procedure.................5
LP Gas ..............................6
Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable
vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
Do not store an LP cylinder not connected for
use in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
A re resulting in serious injury or death may
occur.
If you are installing a natural gas grill, you are
responsible for ensuring that the natural gas
line installed is safe to use. LMS will not be
held responsible for an improperly installed gas
line.
Read all instructions before you
operate your grill.
Natural Gas ..........................7
Installing the Transformer ..............8
Installing Grills in Barbecue Islands ......9
Installing the Rotisserie ................9
Installing Side Burners ................10
Using Your Grill
Grill Controls ........................11
Lighting the Grill .....................12
Basic Grill Operation ..................13
Cooking with the Rotisserie ............13
Cooking with a Convection Grill .........14
Cooking with a Charcoal Grill ...........14
Turning on and off the Lights and Fan ....15
Drop-In Food Warmer.................15
Griddle .............................15
Cleaning and Maintenance
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CONTACT INFORMATION
For customer service, please contact your authorized
dealer immediately. If you need additional information
and/or assistance, please contact:
LMS Customer Service Department
1462 East Ninth Street
Pomona, CA 91766.
Toll Free: 1-800-CAL-SPAS
Fax: 1-909-629-3890
Copyright 2008-2009 LMS, Inc. All rights reserved.
Duplication without written consent is strictly prohibited.
Cal Flame™ is registered trademark.
Due to continuous improvement programs, all models,
operation, and/or specications are subject to change
without prior notice.
Drip Pan ............................16
Care of Stainless Steel ................16
Covering Your Cart or Grill .............16
After Use Care .......................16
Griddle .............................17
Drop-in Food Warmer .................17
Charcoal Grill ........................17
Light Bulb Replacement ...............18
Appendix
Troubleshooting .....................19
Converting from LP to NG..............21
Installing and Replacing Infrared Burners 23
Replacement Covers ..................23
2009 Warranty.......................24
Location of Serial Number Plate.........26
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Safety Instructions
WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance
can cause injury or property damage. Read the installation, operating and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
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Safety Instructions
Placement and Location
C• al Flame™ grills and carts are designed for
outdoor use only.
Never locate this appliance in an enclosed room, •
under a sealed overhead structure, or in any
type of enclosed area such as a garage, shed, or
breezeway. Keep clear of trees and shrubs.
Do not place this grill under or near windows or •
vents that can be opened into your home.
Cal Flame™ grills are not intended for installation •
in or on recreational vehicles or boats.
Maintain sufcient distance as to not overheat any •
overhead combustible material such as a patio
cover.
The area surrounding your new grill should be •
kept clean and free from ammable liquids and
other combustible materials such as mops, rags or
brooms, as well as solvents, cleaning uids, and
gasoline.
Do not use the grill, grill cabinet, or area surrounding •
the grill as a storage area for ammable or plastic
items. Do not store the liquid propane (LP) cylinder
in the vicinity of this or any other appliance when
it is not being used.
Set-Up
Before installing built in grills in enclosures, copy •
all product information such as model number,
serial number and type of grill (e.g. natural gas
or LP) and store information in a safe place. This
information is located on a plate located behind
the grill and is visible when the hood is lowered or
on the right side of the chassis. There is an area
on the back cover of this manual where you can
write down this information.
DANGER
What To Do If You Smell Gas
Shut off gas to the appliance.•
Extinguish any open ame.•
Open lid.•
If odor continues, keep away from the •
appliance and immediately call your
gas supplier or your re department.
We recommend that a licensed contractor install •
your Cal Flame™ grill. Installation must conform
to local codes, or in the absence of local codes,
with either the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z223.1 / NFPA54, Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code, CSA B149.1, or Propane
Storage and Handling Code, B149.2), as
applicable.
Your Cal Flame™ grill or cart must be plugged •
into a permanent, grounded 110V outlet with a
dedicated 15A GFCI breaker in accordance with
local codes or the National Electrical Code,
ANSI / NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical
Code, CSA C22.1.
Do not use an extension cord to supply power to •
your Cal Flame™ grill or cart. Such use may result
in re, electrical shock or other personal injury. Do
not install a fuse in the neutral or ground circuit.
A fuse in the neutral or ground circuit may result
in an electrical shock hazard. Do not ground this
appliance to a gas supply pipe or hot water pipe.
Keep any electrical supply cords and the fuel
supply hose away from any heated surfaces.
To prevent re and smoke damage, remove all •
packaging material before operating grill.
Before you start cooking, clean the entire grill •
thoroughly with hot, soapy water. This is necessary
to remove residual solvents, oil and grease used
in the manufacturing process. The grates should
also be thoroughly cleaned in the same manner.
Operation
Do not use grill for oth• er than intended use.
In the event that a burner goes out, turn burner •
knobs to the full OFF position, fully open the grill
hood and let it air out. Do not attempt to use the
grill until the gas has had time to dissipate.
Never use the grill if the drip pan is not properly •
installed. Drip pan should be pushed all the way
to the rack located just under the grill. Fire or
explosion can result from an improperly installed
drip pan.
Keep all electrical supply cords and the rotisserie •
motor cord away from the heated areas of the
grill.
Never use the grill or side burner in windy •
conditions. If used in a consistently windy area a
windbreak will be required. Always adhere to the
specied clearances listed in this manual.
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Never line the grill or side burners with aluminum •
foil.
When the unit is not in use, be sure to turn off the •
gas at the LP tank.
Do not install or operate your grill unit in such a •
manner that the cross ventilation openings are
blocked. Fresh air must be able to pass though
installed vents to safeguard against residual gas
accumulation. Failure to allow proper ventilation
may cause re or explosion.
Safety Instructions
When handling LP gas line and connectors, do •
not allow them to come in contact with any metal
surfaces of the cart or cabinet. Do not drop LP
connectors.
Do not use fuel such as charcoal briquettes in electric •
or gas grills
Gas sources to the grill and side burners must be •
regulated. Do not operate grill or side burners if
regulators have been removed, re or explosion can
occur.
Never leave the grill and side burners unattended •
when in use. When using pots and pans, boilovers will cause smoking and greasy boil-overs may
ignite.
Always use the proper size pan. Select utensils with •
at bottoms large enough to cover the burner. The
use of under-sized utensils exposes the sides of
the utensils to direct contact with a portion of the
ame. This can scorch utensils and hamper cleanup.
Excessive ames on large stainless steel pots can
result in permanent discoloration. For best results,
we recommend commercial quality aluminum pans
and utensils.
Always position handles of utensils so they do not •
extend over adjacent work areas or cooking areas.
This reduces the risk of burns, ignition of ammable
materials, and spillage due to accidental contact
with the utensils.
Do not use water on grease res. Never pick up a •
aming pan. Turn the appliance off and smother the
aming pan with a tight-tting lid, a cookie sheet or
a at tray. For aming grease outside of the pan,
smother it with baking soda or use a dry chemical or
foam-type re extinguisher.
Never allow clothing, pot holders or other ammable •
materials come in contact with or be close to any
grate, burner or hot surface until it has fully cooled.
Never wear loose tting or hanging garments while
using your grill. Fabric may ignite and result in
personal injury.
When using the grill, do not touch the grill rack, •
burner grate, or immediate surroundings as these
areas become extremely hot and can cause burns.
Use handles or knobs.
Only use dry pot holders and do not use a towel or •
other bulky cloth in place of pot holders. Moist or
damp pot holders used on hot surfaces can cause
burns.
Do not heat any unopened glass or metal container •
of food on the grill. Pressure may build up and cause
the container to burst, possibly resulting in serious
personal injury or damage to the grill.
Do not reach over your grill or any other surfaces •
when hot or in use.
Maintenance and Repair
Spiders and other i• nsects can nest in the burners of
the grill and block the gas and airow to the burner
ports. This creates a dangerous condition that can
result in a re behind the valve panel. Inspect
and clean the burners periodically and follow the
guidelines in the Cleaning and Maintenance section
of this manual.
Unless specically recommended in this manual, do •
not repair or replace any part of the grill. A qualied
technician should perform all service. Any repairs
made by a non-L.M.S. approved dealer technician
will void your warranty.
Storage
When your gas grill is not in use, turn off the gas at •
the supply cylinder.
Storage of a grill or cart indoors is permissible only if •
the supply cylinder is disconnected and removed.
Precautions Regarding Children
Never leave children unattended in the area where •
the grill is being used. Close supervision of children is
necessary when any appliance is use near children.
Do not store items of interest to children around or •
below the grill or cart.
Never allow children to sit or stand on any part of •
the grill or cart.
Carts
Do not attempt to move the stainless steel cart while •
it is hot or in use.
It is extremely important to lock all caster wheels •
even on at surfaces.
Do not lean, sit or stand on the stainless steel cart, •
including the foldout work surfaces.
Do not exceed 50 pounds of weight on the foldout •
work surfaces.
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Installation / Assembly
Most cities and counties require permits for exterior
construction and electrical circuits. In addition, some
communities have codes requiring residential barriers
such as fencing and/or self-closing gates on property
to prevent unsupervised access to the property by
children under the age of ve. Your dealer can provide
information on which permits may be required and
how to obtain them prior to the delivery of your
equipment.
We recommend the installation, adjustment and
service of your new grill be performed by L.M.S.
qualied installers and service technicians to ensure
proper operation and prevent accidents.
When planning your Cal Flame grill or cart location,
access to gas lines and 110V power supplies should
be considered. The location with the shortest gas
line run is recommended. A grounded, dedicated,
15A, 110V, GFCI power source is required for use of
The drawings below show the different types of cabinet cut-out dimensions for gas grills and accessories.
your appliances (e.g. lights, rotisserie, refrigerator,
receptacles, etc.).
When determining a suitable location, consider factors
such as exposure to wind, proximity to trafc paths,
and windows that open into the home.
Locate barbecue grills and stainless steel carts only in
well-ventilated areas and only on solid, at foundations
(e.g. deck or cement slab). Do NOT place stainless
steel carts on dirt or grass.
Cabinet Cut-out Dimensions
Your Cal Flame™ grill is designed for easy installation
into a non-combustible enclosure. The supporting deck
or counter must be at and level. When determining the
nal location of your grill, adequate cross ventilation
must be present to prevent gas from being trapped in
the event of a leak.
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Model Number Description Width Depth Height Cut-out for barbecues, side burners and
BBQ08870P Charcoal Grill 30 ¾” 22 ¼” 9 ¼”
slide-in accessories
BBQ08880P Charcoal Grill Convection 30 ¾” 22 ¼” 9 ¼”
BBQ08872P 2 Burner Grill 23 ¼” 22 ¼” 9 ¼”
BBQ08873P 3 Burner Grill 23 ¼” 22 ¼” 9 ¼”
BBQ08874P / CP 4 Burner Grill 30 ¾” 22 ¼” 9 ¼”
BBQ08875P / CP 5 Burner Grill 38 ¼” 22 ¼” 9 ¼”
BBQ08881P 4 Burner Smoker 38” 30 ¼” 8 ½”
BBQ08898P Deluxe Single Side Burner 12 1/8” 21 ¾” 7 ¼”
BBQ08899P Deluxe Double Side Burner 12 3/8” 21 ¾” 7 ¼”
BBQ08954P Deluxe Side by Side Burner 25 ¼” 13 ¼” 7 ¼”
BBQ07864P Ice Chest 31” 22 ½” 8 ¾”
BBQ07888P Food Warmer 12 ½” 20 ½” 7”
BBQ07842P-12 12” Cocktail Center 12 ¼” 21 ¾” 7”
BBQ07842P-18 18” Cocktail Center 17 ½” 24 3/8” 10”
BBQ07902 30” Drop-in Bar Center 28 ¾” 22 ¾” 12”
Model Number Description Width Depth Height Cut-out for drop in accessories
BBQ07852P
Drop In Standard Side Burner
11 ½” 17 ¾” 2 ¾”
BBQ07963 Drop In Sink 14 ½” 14 ½”
BBQ08953P
BBQ07912
Standard Side by Side Burner
Counter Top Blender Station 10 ¼” 7” 4 ¾”
24 ¼” 19 ¾” 4 ¼”
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GRILL
CUT-OUT
DRIP
TRAY
CUT-OUT
A
C
D
B
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DEPTH
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HEIGHT
DEPTH
Cut-out for at drop-in grill and drip
Model Number Description Width Depth Height
tray
BBQ08874F 4 Burner Flat Drop In Grill 37 ¾” 22 ¾” 8 ¾”
A B C D
BBQ04103034 Drip tray cut-out 21 ¾” 1 ¾” 5” 6 ½”
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Model Number Description Width Depth Height Cut-out for drawers
BBQ07868P 2 Drawer Storage 10 ¾” 19 ¾” 17 ¼”
BBQ07862P Griddle and Griddle Storage 13 ½” 19” 2 ½”
BBQ07889P 30” Warming Drawer 28 ¾” 20 ½” 10”
BBQ07891P Cutting Board and Drawer 13 ½” 19 ½” 3”
BBQ08967P 110V Electric Pizza Oven 28 ½” 21 ½” 10”
Model Number Description Width Depth Height
BBQ07863P 3 Pull Out Drawer, SS
25” 22 7/8” 32 ¼”
Refrigerator
BBQ07857P Propane Tank Compartment 14 ¾” 16 ¼” 20 ½”
BBQ08839P-18 Single Access Door 16 ½” 2 ¾” 19”
BBQ08839P-30 Double Access Door 28 ¾” 2 ¾” 19”
BBQ08840P-18
BBQ08840P-30
18” Door and Drawer Combo
30” Door and Drawer Combo
17” 20 ¼” 19 ¼”
28 ¾” 20 ¼” 19 ½”
BBQ07909 Complete Utility Storage Kit 51 ½” 20 ½” 19 ½”
BBQ07910 Paper Towel Storage 8 ¾” 6 ½” 14 ¾”
BBQ07843P Beer Tap Refrigerator 21 ¼” 22” 34 ¼”
BBQ07849P Stainless Refrigerator 21 ¼” 22” 34 ¼”
BBQ07908 Ice Maker 15 ¼” 23 ¾” 34 ¼
BBQ07841P-27 27” Access Door 24 ½” 17 ½”
BBQ08866 Wide Storage Drawer 17 ½” 20 ¼” 19 ½”
BBQ08961 Grill Steam Cleaner 10 ¾” 19 ¾” 17 ½”
BBQ08865 1 Pull Out Drawer
21 ½” 23” 22”
Refrigerator
BBQ07850P Outdoor Beverage Cooler 21 ¼” 23 ½” 34 ¼”
Cut-out for refrigerators, cocktail
centers and access doors
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Gas Requirements and Connection
IMPORTANT: Cal Flame™ grills are manufactured to operate on either liquid propane (LP) or natural gas
(NG) and cannot be converted. To verify the grill’s operating fuel, check the serial number label in the back
of the chassis as you are looking at the grill from the front. Either LP or NG will be marked on the operating
tab, indicating the proper operating fuel. Attempting to convert Cal Flame™ grills from one fuel to another
may result in serious injury and will void the warranty coverage.
Always check the rating plate to make sure the gas supply you are hooking up to is the gas type the grill is
manufactured for.
If you do not have an updated ller valve on your existing propane tank, you will need to purchase one at
your local hardware store. Without it you will not be able to attach your tank to your Cal Flame™ grill or
rell the tank at your local propane rell station.
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Leak Testing Procedure
Perform a leak test at least once a year whether the
gas supply cylinder has been disconnected or not.
In addition, whenever the gas cylinder is connected
to the regulator or whenever any part of the gas
system is disconnected or replaced, perform a leak
test.
As a safety precaution, remember to always leak test
your grill outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Never
smoke or permit sources of ignition in the area while
doing a leak test. Do not use a ame, such as a
lighted match to test for leaks. Use a solution of
soapy water.
Prepare a leak testing solution of soapy water by 1.
mixing in a spray bottle one part liquid soap to
one part water.
Make sure all the control knobs are in the OFF 2.
position.
Turn on the gas.3.
On a. natural gas systems, turn the main feed
valve to the grill.
On b. LP systems, turn the cylinder valve knob
counter clockwise one turn to open.
Apply the leak-testing solution by spraying it 4.
on joints of the gas delivery system. Blowing
bubbles in the soap solution indicates that a leak
is present.
Stop a leak by tightening the loose joint or by 5.
replacing the faulty part with a replacement
part recommended by the manufacturer. Do
not attempt to repair the cylinder valve if it is
damaged. The cylinder must be replaced.
Turn all control knobs back to the full OFF 6.
position.
If you are unable to stop a leak:
Turn all control knobs back to the full OFF 1.
position.
Shut off the gas supply to the grill and release 2.
pressure in the hose and manifold by pushing in
and turning any of the control valves one quarter
turn counter-clockwise.
On LP systems, remove the cylinder from the 3.
grill.
Call an authorized gas appliance service 4.
technician or an LP gas dealer.
Do not use the appliance until the leak is corrected.
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LP Gas
Tank Requirements
For plumbed-in LP installation, use a
convertible regulator and set it for LP
gas.
Maximum line pressure for plumbed-in
propane is 14” WC (3.5 kPa). Minimum
line pressure for propane is 11” WC.
The grill unit must be used with the
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gas pressure regulator. The regulator
will control and maintain a uniform gas
pressure in the manifold. The burner orices have
been sized for the gas pressure delivered by the
regulator.
WARNING: Attempting to operate the grill unit
without the gas regulator installed could cause an
explosion and possible death.
CylinderSpecication
Any LP gas supply cylinder used with this grill must
be:
Constructed and marked in accordance with •
the Specications for LP-Gas Cylinders
of the U.S. Department of Transportation
or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/
CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes
for Transportation of Dangerous Goods;
and Commission, as applicable.
Approximately 12 inches in diameter and 18 •
inches high.
The maximum fuel capacity is 20 lbs. of propane, or 5
gallons. Full cylinder weight should be approximately
38 lbs. (43.7 lbs. nominal water capacity.) Never ll
the cylinder beyond 80% full.
Place the dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet
whenever the cylinder is not in use. Only install the
type of dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet that is
provided with the cylinder valve. Other types of caps
or plugs may result in leakage of propane.
LP Gas Hook Up
An enclosure for an LP gas cylinder shall be vented by
openings at the level of the cylinder valve and at oor
level. The effectiveness of the openings for purposes
of ventilation shall be determined with the LP-gas
supply cylinder in place. This shall be accomplished
in one of the following manners:
One side of the enclosure shall be completely 1.
open.
Enclosures that have four sides, complete with a 2.
top and bottom:
At least two ventilation openings at cylinder a.
valve level shall be provided in the sidewall,
equally sized, spaced at 180º (3.14 rad),
and unobstructed. Each opening shall have
a total free area of not less than one square
inch per pound (7.1 cm²/kg) of stored fuel
capacity, and not less than a total free area
of 10 square inches (64.5 cm²).
Ventilation openings shall be provided at b.
oor level and shall have a total free area of
not less than one square inch per pound (7.1
cm²/kg) of stored fuel capacity and not less
than a total free area of 10 square inches
(64.5cm²). If ventilation openings at oor
level are in a sidewall, there shall be at least
two openings. The bottom of the openings
shall be at oor level and the upper edge no
more than 5 inches (127 mm) above the oor.
The openings shall be equally sized, spaced
at 180º (3.14 rad) and unobstructed.
Every opening shall have minimum c.
dimensions so as to permit the entrance of a
1/8 inch (3.2 mm) diameter rod.
Transporting and Storing LP Gas
Transport only one cylinder at a time. Ensure the
cylinder is secured in an upright position with the
control valve turned off and the dust cap in place.
Store cylinders outdoors and out of reach of children.
Do not store cylinders in a building, garage, or any
other enclosed area.
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Natural Gas
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Requirements
Always check the rating plate to make sure the gas
supply you are hooking up to is the gas type the grill
is manufactured for.
IMPORTANT: Never connect the grill to an unregulated
gas supply.
The installation of this appliance must conform
with local codes or, in the absence of local codes,
to the national fuel gas code, ANSI Z223.1a-1998.
Installation in Canada must be in accordance with
the standard CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation
Code.
A licensed contractor or local gas company
representative must perform all natural gas
connections.
Ensure that the service supplying the grill is tted
with a shut off valve conveniently positioned near the
grill and giving ease of access.
The grill must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system 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 0.5 psi
(3.5 kPa).
The grill and its individual shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system
during any pressure testing of that system at test
pressure in excess of 0.5 psi (3.5 kPa).
Your Cal Flame™ grill for use with natural gas comes
equipped with its own regulator that MUST NOT
be removed. If, this regulator needs to be replaced
use only the type specied by Cal Flame™ for this
appliance.
Connection
Remove the rear panel from the barbecue to 1.
gain access to the regulator and gas connection
point.
Connect a suitable ex connector to the grill 2.
regulator.
Check the grill controls to ensure all control valves 3.
are in the full OFF position.
Turn on the main gas supply and check all 4.
connections for leaks using soapy water as
described in the leak testing procedure section.
Warning: If you see bubbles in the soapy solution at
any of the connections, turn off the gas supply and
tighten the connection. If tightening the connection
does not seal the leak, it may be necessary to replace
the ex hose.
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