Camp Chef CCH4 User Manual [en, es, fr]
SOMERSET II, III, IV, LP COOKER CARE, USE AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
• To installer or person assembling this appliance: Leave this
manual with this appliance for future reference.
• To consumer: Keep this manual for future reference.
This instruction manual contains important information necessary
for the proper assembly and safe use of this product.
Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling
and using the appliance.
Follow all warnings and instructions when using the appliance.
DO NOT DISCARD THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
Fill in model number found on the product.
Model Number:
For outdoor use only.
3985 N. 75 W. Hyde Park, UT 84318
1.800.650.2433 or 1.435.752.3922
From the Makers of Camp Chef and Covered Under One or More of the Following Patents: 328547, 329162, 356714, 357610,
358057, 360803, 364772, 378646, 5906169, 5704777, 417120, D437522, 6427582B1, D449491, D417359
DANGER
1. Never operate this appliance
unattended.
2. Never operate this appliance
within 10 ft (3 m) of any
structure, combustible
material or other gas cylinder.
3. Never operate this appliance
within 25 ft (7.5 m) of any
flammable liquid.
4. Never allow oil or grease to get
hotter than 400°F or 200°C.
If the temperature exceeds
400°C (200°C), or if oil begins
to smoke, immediately turn
burner or gas supply OFF.
5. Heated liquids remain at
scalding temperatures long
after the cooking process.
Never touch cooking appliance
until liquids have cooled to
115°F (45°C) or less.
6. If a fire should occur, keep
away from appliance and
immediately call your fire
department. Do not attempt to
extinguish an oil or grease fire
with water.
Failure to follow these
instructions could result in fire,
explosion or burn hazard, which
could cause property damage,
personal injury or death.
WARNING
This product contains chemicals
known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or
other reproductive harm.
WARNING
This appliance is not for frying
turkeys.
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DANGER
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance at
the tank.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. If odor continues, keep
away from the appliance and
immediately call your fire
department.
Failure to follow these
instructions could result in fire,
explosion or burn hazard, which
could cause property damage,
personal injury or death.
1. Do NOT leave this appliance
unattended while in use.
The user must remain in the
immediate area of the product
and have a clear view of the
product at all times during
operation.
2. Keep children and pets away
from burner at all times.
3. The use of alcohol, prescription
or non-prescription drugs may
impair your ability to properly
assemble or safely operate this
appliance.
4. For OUTDOOR use only. Do
NOT use in a building, garage
or any other enclosed area. Do
NOT use in or on recreational
vehicles or boats. NEVER use
this appliance as a heater.
5. Do not operate appliance under
ANY overhead construction.
Keep a minimum clearance of 10
feet (3 m) from the sides, front
and back of appliance to ANY
construction. Keep the area clear
of all combustible material and
flammable liquids, including
wood, dry plants and grass,
brush, paper, and canvas.
6. Use ONLY on a level, stable noncombustible surface like bricks,
concrete or dirt. Do NOT use this
appliance on any surface that will
burn or melt like wood, asphalt,
vinyl, or plastic.
7. Keep the fuel supply hose away
from any heated surfaces.
8. To prevent accidental fires,
before using the appliance ensure
that the hose is not damaged
and all joints and connections
are not leaking by turning on
the cylinder valve, leave the
burner valve closed, and apply
a soapy solution to the joints
and connections. If a continuous
hissing sound is heard, or if the
soapy solution bubbles, there is a
leak. Do not use the appliance if
there is a leak. Replace the faulty
parts.
9. Extinguish all open flames before
connecting the gas supply to the
appliance and before checking for
leaks.
10. When cooking with oil or grease,
a thermometer MUST be used.
11. NEVER allow oil or grease
temperature to get hotter than
400ºF (200ºC). If the temperature
exceeds 400ºF (200ºC) or if oil
begins to smoke, IMMEDIATELY
turn burner off.
12. When cooking with oil or grease,
fire extinguishing materials
shall be readily accessible. In
the event of an oil or grease fire
do NOT attempt to extinguish
with water. Use a Type BC dry
chemical fire extinguisher or
smother fire with dirt, sand or
baking soda.
13. NEVER overfill the cooking pot
with oil, grease or water. Follow
instructions in this manual for
establishing proper oil, grease or
water levels.
14. When frying with oil or grease,
all food products MUST be
completely thawed and towel
dried to remove excess water.
Failure to completely thaw and
dry food may cause oil
or grease to overflow. Follow
instructions in this manual for
frying foods.
15. When frying, slowly submerse
food products into the oil or
grease. Do NOT drop.
16. DO NOT place an empty
cooking vessel on burner
while in operation. Use caution
when placing anything in the
cooking vessel while burner is in
operation.
17. In the event of rain, hail, sleet
or other forms of precipitation,
while cooking with oil or grease,
IMMEDIATELY turn off burner(s)
and gas supply, then cover
cooking vessel. Do NOT attempt
to move the appliance or the
cooking vessel.
18. Avoid bumping or or impact with
the appliance to prevent spillage
or splashing of hot cooking
liquid.
19. Do NOT move the appliance
when in use. Allow unit to cool
to 115°F (45°C) before moving or
storing.
20. This appliance will be hot during
and after use. Use insulated
oven mitts or gloves for
protection from hot surfaces or
splatter from cooking liquids.
21. In case there is a fire, call the
local fire department or dial 911.
Stay clear from flames. Do not
attempt to extinguish an oil or
grease fire with water.
22. Use only accessories, such as
cooking vessels recommended
by the manufacturer, to allow
safe and proper performance of
the product. Never use a cooking
vessel larger than the capacity
and diameter recommended by
the manufacturer.
23. This product is not intended for
commercial use.
24. Always allow the appliance to
cool before covering with the
patio cover.
25. Always cover the appliance, with
patio cover (if supplied), when
not in use.
26. In the event the appliance has
been exposed to water, tilt the
appliance forward and allow
water to drain from the burners
before attempting to ignite.
Installation Safety Precautions
• Use appliance only with LP
(propane) gas and the regulator/
valve assembly supplied.
• Installation must conform with
local codes, or in their absence
with National Fuel Gas Code,
NFPA 54/ANSI Z223.1. Handling
and storage of LP cylinders must
conform to LP Gas Code NFPA/
ANSI 58. Appliance is not for use
in or on recreational vehicle and/or
boats.
• Do not modify this appliance.
Modifications will result in a safety
hazard. Questions regarding
certification in other areas may be
addressed to 1-435-752-3922.
• Apartment Dwellers: Check
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with management to learn the
requirements and fire codes for
using an LP Gas appliance at an
apartment. If allowed, use outside
on the ground floor with a 10 foot
clearance from walls or rails. Do
NOT use appliance on or under
any apartment, condominium
balcony or deck.
• Before opening LP tank valve,
check the coupling nut for
tightness. When appliance is not in
use, turn off control knob and LP
tank valve on supply cylinder.
• Never use LP tank if visibly rusted,
damaged, or out of date.
• If you notice grease or other hot
material dripping from appliance
onto valve, hose or regulator, turn
off gas supply at once. Determine
the cause, correct, clean and
inspect valve, hose and regulator
before continuing. Perform a leak
test.
• The regulator may make a
humming or whistling noise during
operation. This will not affect the
safety or use of appliance.
• Clean and inspect the hose before
each use of the appliance. If there
is evidence of abrasion, wear, cuts
or leaks, the hose must be replaced
prior to the appliance being put
into operation. See product sheet
for hose & regulator information.
• Do not block holes in bottom or
sides of appliance.
Install tank in
bottom tray
hole.
WARNING
Combustion by-products
produced when using this product
contain chemicals known to
the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
• Never operate appliance with
LP tanks out of correct position
specified in Instructions.
• Always close LP tank valve and
remove coupling nut before
moving LP tank form specified
operating position.
• NEVER store a spare LP tank under
or near appliance or in enclosed
areas. NEVER fill the cylinder
beyond 80% full. An overfilled
spare LP tank is hazardous due
to possible gas released from the
safety relief valve. Failure to follow
these instructions exactly could
cause a fire resulting in death or
serious injury.
• If you see, smell, or hear escaping
gas, immediately get away from
the LP tank/appliance and call your
fire department.
• All spare LP tanks must have safety
caps installed on the LP tank outlet.
LP Tank Removal, Transport
and Storage
• Turn OFF all control knobs and
LP tank valve. Turn coupling nut
counterclockwise by hand only
– do not use tools to disconnect.
Install safety cap onto LP tank
valve. Always use cap and strap
supplied with valve. Failure to use
safety cap as directed may result
in serious personal injury and/or
property damage.
• A disconnected LP tank in storage
or being transported must have
a safety cap
installed (as
shown). Do not
store an LP tank
in enclosed
spaces such
as a carport
garage, porch, covered patio or
other building. Never leave an LP
tank inside a vehicle, which may
become overheated by the sun.
• Do not store LP tanks in an area
where children play.
• Storage of an appliance indoors is
permissible only if the cylinder is
disconnected and removed from
the appliance.
LP Tank
The LP tank used with your
appliance must meet the following
requirements:
• Purchase LP tanks only with these
required measurements: 12”
(30.5cm) (diameter) x 18” (45.7cm)
(tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity
maximum.
• Be constructed and marked in
accordance with specifications for
LP tank of the U.S. Department
of Transportation (DOT) or the
National Standard of Canada, CAN/
CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and
Tubes for the Transportation of
Dangerous Goods.
• The propane cylinder used with
this appliance must include a collar
to protect the cylinder valve.
LP tank valve must have:
• Type 1 outlet compatible with
regulator or appliance.
• Safety relief valve.
• UL listed Overfill Protection Device
(OPD). This OPD safety feature is
identified by a unique triangular
hand wheel. Use only tanks
safety cap
equipped with this type of valve.
LP tank must be
arranged for vapor
withdrawal.
LP (Liquefied
Petroleum Gas)
• LP gas is non-toxic, odorless and
colorless when produced. For
Your Safety, LP gas has been given
an odor (similar to rotten cabbage)
so that it can be smelled.
• LP gas is highly flammable and
may ignite unexpectedly when
mixed with air.
LP Tank Filling
• Use only licensed and experienced
dealers.
• LP dealer must purge tanks before
filling.
• Dealer should NEVER fill LP tank
more than 80% of LP tank volume.
Volume of propane in tanks will
vary by temperature.
• A frosty regulator indicates gas
overfill. Immediately close LP tank
valve and call local LP gas dealer
for assistance.
• Do not release liquid propane (LP)
gas into the atmosphere. This is a
hazardous practice.
• To remove gas from LP tank,
contact an LP dealer or call a local
fire department for assistance.
Check the telephone directory
under “Gas companies” for
nearest certified LP dealers.
LP Tank Exchange
• Many retailers that sell appliances
offer you the option of replacing
your empty LP tanks through an
exchange service. Use only those
reputable exchange companies
that inspect, precision fill, test and
certify their cylinders. Exchange
your tank only for an OPD safety
feature-equipped tank as described
in the “LP Tank” section of this
OPD Hand Wheel
manual.
• Always keep new and exchanged
LP tanks in upright position during
use, transit or storage.
• Leak test new and exchanged
LP tanks BEFORE connecting to
appliance.
LP Tank Leak Test
For your Safety
• Leak test must be repeated each
time LP tank is exchanged or
refilled.
• Do not smoke during leak test.
• Do not use an open flame to check
for gas leaks.
• Appliance must be leak checked
outdoors in well-ventilated area,
away from ignition sources such as
gas fired or electrical appliances.
During leak test, keep appliance
away from open flames or sparks.
Use a clean paintbrush and 50/50
soap and water solution. Use
mild soap and water. Do not use
household cleaning agents. Damage
to gas train components can result.
Brush soapy solution onto all weld
seams and entire valve area.
WARNING
If “growing” bubbles appear, do
not use or move the LP tank.
Contact an LP gas supplier or your
fire department.
Connecting Regulator To The
LP Tank
Only use the pressure regulator &
hose supplied with this appliance.
See assembly instructions or
appliance name tag for regulator
model number.
1. Place LP tank on a
secure, level, and
stable surface.
2. Turn control knob
to the OFF position.
3. Turn LP tank OFF
by turning hand
wheel clockwise to a full stop.
4. Remove the protective cap from
LP tank valve. Always use cap
and strap supplied with valve.
Do not use a POL transport plug
(plastic part with external threads)!
It will defeat the safety feature of the
valve.
5. Hold regulator,
insert nipple
(B) into LP
tank valve.
Hand tighten
coupling
nut, holding
regulator in a straight line (C) with
LP tank valve so as not to cross
thread the connection.
6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise
to tighten to a full solid stop. The
regulator will seal on the back-
(B) Nipple has to be
centered into the LP
tank valve
(C) Hold coupling
nut and regulator as
shown for proper
connection to LP
tank valve
check feature in LP tank valve,
resulting in some resistance.
An additional one-half to three
quarters turn is required to
complete connection. Tighten by
hand only – do not use tools.
NOTE: If you cannot complete
connection, disconnect regulator
and repeat steps 5 and 6. If you
are still unable to complete the
connection, do not use
this regulator!
• Do not insert any foreign objects
into the valve outlet. You may
damage the valve and cause a
leak. Leaking propane may result
in explosion, fire, severe personal
injury, or death.
• Never attempt to attach this
appliance to the self-contained LP
gas system of a camper or trailer
or motor home.
Leak Testing Valves, Hoses and
Regulator
1. Turn all control knob(s) to OFF.
2. Be sure regulator is tightly
connected to LP tank.
3. Completely open LP tank valve
by turning hand wheel counter
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clockwise. If you hear a rushing
sound, turn gas off immediately.
There is a major leak at the
connection. Correct before
proceeding.
4. Brush soapy solution onto
indicated connections shown at
right.
5. If “growing” bubbles appear,
there is a leak. Close LP tank
valve immediately and retighten
connections. If leaks cannot be
stopped, do not try to repair. Call
for replacement parts. Order new
parts by giving the serial number,
model number
and name of
items needed
to the Service
Center at 1-435752-3922.
6. Always close
LP tank valve
after performing tank leak test by
turning hand wheel clockwise.
Lighting Stove with Match:
Do not lean over LP cooker while
lighting.
1. Remove all appliances from the
burner to create a free flow of air.
2. Turn regulator control valves to
OFF position.
3. Fully open LP bottle valve.
4. Light match and place it over
burner. Slowly turn ON the
WARNING
• Do not use appliance until leak
checked.
• If you cannot stop a gas leak,
immediately close LP tank valve
and call LP gas supplier or your
fire department!
regulator control valve. Do NOT
stand with head or arms over
cooker.
5. If ignition does not occur in
5 seconds, turn the burner
control(s) off, wait 5 minutes, and
repeat the lighting procedure.
Lighting with Built-in Ignitor:
Do not lean over LP cooker while
lighting.
1. Remove all appliances from the
burner to create a free flow of air.
2. Turn regulator control valves to
OFF position.
3. Fully open LP bottle valve.
4. Slowly Turn valve to high
position. The ignitor should spark
and light the burner.
5. If ignition does not occur in
5 seconds, turn the burner
control(s) off, wait 5 minutes, and
repeat the lighting procedures.
If built-in ignitor will not light, follow
instructions for lighting with a
match.
Curing of paints and parts will
produce an odor only on first use.
If the flame is accidentally
extinguished, turn the appliance
valves OFF and WAIT 5 minutes
before attempting to ignite.
Burner Flame Check
• Light burner; rotate knob(s) from
HIGH to LOW. You should see
a smaller flame in LOW position
than seen on HIGH. Always check
flame prior to each use. The air
damper mounted on the back of
your burner helps to control the
amount of primary air that mixes
with the LP gas. A blue flame with
little or no yellow flame provides
the best heat. Adjust the air
damper by turning it clockwise or
counterclockwise until the desired
flame is achieved.
Turning LP Cooker Off
• Turn all knobs to OFF position.
Turn LP tank OFF
by turning handwheel clockwise
to a full stop.
Hose Check
• Before each use,
check to see if
hoses are cut
or worn. Replace damaged hose
assembly before using appliance.
Use only valve/ hose / regulator
specified by manufacturer. See
product sheet for hose & regulator
information.
Cleaning The Burner
NOTE: Spiders and small insects can
spin webs and build nests inside
the burner. This especially occurs
in late summer and fall before
frost when spiders are most active.
These nests can obstruct gas flow
and cause a fire in and around the
burner and orifice. Such a fire can
cause operator injury and serious
damage to the appliance. To help
prevent a blockage and ensure
full heat output, clean and inspect
burner tube often (once or twice a
month). NOTE: Water or air pressure
Air Damper
will not normally clear a spider web.
Steps for cleaning the Burner:
1. Remove burner from stove by
removing 2 bolts from the bottom
of the stove.
2. Look inside the burner tube for
nests, webs, or mud.
3. To remove the above
obstructions, use an accessory
flexible venturi brush or bend a
small hook on one end of a long
flexible wire or use an air hose.
4. Inspect and clean the burner
if needed.
5. Reattach orifice/hose to burner.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Correct care and maintenance will
keep your appliance operating
smoothly. Clean regularly as
determined by the amount of use.
NOTE: Clean the entire appliance
each year and tighten all hardware
on a regular basis (1-2 times a year
or more depending on usage).
Cleaning should be done where
detergents won’t harm patio, lawn,
or the like.
Suggested Cleaning Materials
• Mild dish washing liquid detergent
• Wire brush
• Nylon cleaning pad
• Hot water
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• Paper clip
• Soft brass bristled brush
CAUTION
All cleaning and maintenance
should only be done when the
appliance is cool and with the fuel
supply turned off at the LP cylinder.
DO NOT clean any part in a selfcleaning oven. The extreme heat
will damage the finish.
Component Cleaning:
• BURNER: Wire brush loose
corrosion from burner exterior.
Clean clogged gas port holes with
an opened paper clip. Replace
corroded or damaged burners that
would emit excess gas.
• COOKING SURFACES, POTS AND
PANS: Clean the cooking surface
with soapy water and a nylon
cleaning pad.
• After appliance has cooled, wipe
areas where paint and finish have
burned off to minimize rusting.
Using a Thermometer
Prior to lighting, position
thermometer clip so that at
least 1/2” of thermometer tip
is submerged in oil. Reposition
thermometer as necessary to cook.
Continue to use thermometer until
burner is turned off.
If Frying:
• Follow instructions provided by the
appliance manufacturer.
• When cooking with oil or grease, a
thermometer must be used.
• Introduction of water from any
source into the cooking oil or
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grease may cause overflow and
severe burns from hot oil and
water splatter. When frying with
oil and grease, all food products
MUST be completely thawed and
towel dried to remove water before
being immersed in the fryer.
• Be sure thermometer is in good
working condition. To check the
thermometer, insert it into a pot
of boiling water and ensuring
that it registers approximately
212°F ± 20°F (100°C ± 10°C). If it
does not function properly, obtain
a replacement thermometer
specified by the manufacturer
before using the appliance.
• When frying with oil or grease,
do not use a pot deeper than
6”(132mm)
• Do not over fill the pot with
cooking liquid. Never fill appliance
more than half full of cooking
liquid or past the maximum fill line
(a permanent marking on fryer).
• If cooking liquid has spilled
and ignited, do not attempt to
extinguish with water. Immediately
turn gas supply OFF at the supply
cylinder and:
•• Extinguish flames using a BC type
fire extinguisher as recommended
by the fryer manufacturer; or
•• Smother flames with dirt or sand.
•• In case there is a fire, call the local
fire department or dial 911.
•• To avoid accidental burns from
burner flame or hot cooking
liquid, turn the burner off before
inserting or removing food from
the fryer.
•• When removing food from the
fryer, be sure to avoid burns from
hot cooking liquid drippings.
LIMITED WARRANTY
To activate warranty, fill out the
included registration form and mail
to Camp Chef, 3985 N. 75 W. Hyde
Park, UT 84318 or register on-line at:
CampChef.com
The manufacturer warrants stove
components (except paint and
finish) to be free from defect in
materials and workmanship for 1
year from the date of purchase.
All accessories (included with
stove or purchased separately) are
warranted from defect in materials
and workmanship for 90 days from
the original purchasing date. Within
these periods, the manufacturer
will replace or repair defective parts
deemed unusable from its original
intent by making available the parts
thereof FOB Hyde Park, UT 84318.
Product paint and finish is not
warranted. The exterior finish of the
product will wear down over time.
Touch up the exterior with black,
high temperature spray paint
as needed. Do not paint the
inside surfaces.
Clean the unit after each use to
maintain the finish and prolong
the life of your product. Wipe away
all grease and ashes. Keep metal
products free of moisture, salts,
acids and harsh fluctuations
in temperatures.
Warranty does not cover normal
wear of parts or damage caused
by misuse, abuse, overheating and
alteration. Repairs or alterations
made by anyone other than
Camp Chef are not covered in this
Warranty. Manufacturer will not
be held liable for any losses due to
neglectful operation. Furthermore,
this Warranty does not cover
damaged caused by natural
disasters such as earthquakes,
hurricanes, tornadoes, floods,
lightning, fires, etc.
Upon the expiration of this warranty
all such liability will terminate. No
other warranties are expressed or
implied.
Keep all original sales receipts. Proof
of purchase is required to obtain
Warranty services. Prior written
approval and a Return Authorization
Number must be obtained. Returned
items will be accepted for repair or
replacement only. Returns must be
shipped prepaid. Collect shipment
or shipments without a Return
Authorization Number will not
be accepted.
To obtain Warranty services call
1.800.650.2433.
*Warranty applies to the contiguous
US states only.
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