Char-Broil 12101550 User Manual

Smoker, Roaster & Grill Product Guide Model 12101550

Estimated Assembly Time: 1 Hour

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FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY

CAUTION:

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Product Record Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

DANGER

For Your Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Safety Symbols. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Installation Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Food Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-10

Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Parts List/ Parts Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13-16

Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-20

Registration Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance.

Follow all warnings and instructions when using the appliance.

Do not use this appliance on or under any apartment or condominium balcony or deck.

Safety Symbols

The symbols and boxes shown below explain what each heading means. Read and follow all of the messages found throughout the manual.

DANGER

1. Never operate this appliance unattended.

2. Never operate this appliance within 10ft (3m) 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. If a fire should occur, 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.

DANGER

If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. Open lid.

4. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your fire department.

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

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation

which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

WARNING: Indicates an potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION

CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation or unsafe practice which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

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WARNING

Do not attempt to repair or alter the hose/valve/regulator for any “assumed” defect. Any modification to this assembly will void your warranty and create the risk of a gas leak and fire. Use only authorized replacement parts supplied by manufacturer.

CAUTION

For residential use only. This appliance is not intended for commercial use.

Installation Safety Precautions

• Use your appliance, as purchased, only with LP (propane) gas

and the regulator/valve assembly supplied.

• The appliance installation must conform with local codes, or in their absence of local codes, with either the National Fuel Gas

Code, ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, and Propane Storage and Handling, CSA B149.2, Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1 or the Standard for Recreational Vehicles,

ANSI A 119.2/NFPA 1192, and CSA Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicle Code, as applicable.

• This appliance is not for use in or on recreational vehicles

and/or boats.

• This appliance is safety certified for use in the United States. Do not modify for use in any other location. Modification will result in a safety hazard.

WARNING

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

1. Combustible by-products produced when using this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

2. This product contains chemicals, including lead and lead compounds, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

Wash your hands after handling this product.

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Food Safety

Food safety is a very important part of enjoying the outdoor cooking experience. To keep food safe from harmful bacteria, follow these four basic steps:

Clean: Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces with hot soapy water

before and after handling raw meat and poultry.

Separate: Separate raw meats and poultry from ready-to-eat

foods to avoid cross contamination. Use a clean platter and utensils when removing cooked foods.

Cook: Cook meat and poultry thoroughly to kill bacteria. Use a

thermometer to ensure proper internal food temperatures.

Chill: Refrigerate prepared foods and leftovers promptly.

For more information call: USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at 1-800-535-4555 In Washington, DC (202) 720-3333, 10:00 am4:00 pm EST.

Grease Tray

• Never use drippings directly from the grease tray to make gravy. Use the included foil tray liner to catch drippings, then reheat the drippings to kill bacteria. Replacement foil tray liners and other accessories can be found at www.charbroil.com.

How To Tell If Meat Is Cooked Thoroughly

• Meat and poultry cooked in the appliance often browns very

fast on the outside. Use only thawed meat and a meat thermometer to be sure food has reached a safe internal temperature, and cut into food to check for visual signs of doneness.

• We recommend food to be at least 40°F before cooking in your

appliance.

• Whole poultry should reach 165° F. Juices should run clear

and flesh should not be pink.

• Beef, veal and lamb steaks, roasts and pork chops can be

cooked to 160° F.

• NEVER partially cook meat or poultry and finish cooking later.

Cook food completely to destroy harmful bacteria.

• Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper internal food

temperatures.

Storing Your Appliance

• Clean cooking basket.

• Store in dry location.

• When LP cylinder is connected to appliance, store outdoors in a well-ventilated space and out of reach of children.

• If the regulator is disconnected from the LP cylinder, a hook is provided to hang the regulator from the handle as shown.

• Cover appliance if stored outdoors. Choose from a variety of covers offered by the manufacturer.

• Store indoors ONLY if LP cylinder is turned off and is disconnected, removed from appliance and stored outdoors.

• When removing appliance from storage, follow “Cleaning the Burner Assembly” instructions before starting.

“For Best Results”

Place poultry into the appliance

with breast up as shown.

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USDA Recommended

Internal Cooking Temperatures

Ground Meat

Beef, Pork, Veal, Lamb......................................160°F

Turkey, Chicken.................................................165°F

Fresh Beef, Veal, Lamb

Medium Rare.......................................................145°F

Medium................................................................160°F

Well Done............................................................170°F

Poultry

Chicken & Turkey, whole.....................................165°F

Poultry Parts.......................................................165°F

Duck & Goose....................................................165°F

Fresh Pork

Medium..............................................................160°F

Well Done..........................................................170°F

USE AND CARE

DANGER

• NEVER store a spare LP cylinder under or near the appliance or in an enclosed area.

• Never fill a cylinder beyond 80% full.

• An over filled or improperly stored cylinder is a hazard due to possible gas release from the safety relief valve. This could cause an intense fire with risk of property damage, serious injury or death.

• If you see, smell or hear gas escaping, immediately get away from the LP cylinder/appliance and call your fire department.

• Keep LP tank at a minimum distance of 24” (inches) away from appliance at all times.

24”

• A disconnected LP cylinder in storage or being transported must have a safety cap installed (as shown). Do not store an LP cylinder in enclosed spaces such as a carport, garage, porch, covered patio or other building. Never leave an LP cylinder inside a vehicle which may become overheated by the sun.

• Do not store an LP cylinder in an area where children play.

LP Cylinder

• The LP cylinder used with your appliance must meet the following requirements:

• Use LP cylinders only with these required measurements: 12"

(30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity maximum.

• LP cylinders must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for LP cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and commission, as applicable. See LP cylinder collar for marking.

• LP cylinder 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 LP cylinders equipped with this type of valve.

• LP cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and include collar to protect LP cylinder valve. Always keep LP cylinders in upright position during use, transit or storage.

LP Cylinder Valve

Safety Cap

Retainer Strap

OPD Hand Wheel

LP Cylinder Removal, Transport and Storage

• Turn OFF the control knob and LP cylinder valve. Turn coupling nut counterclockwise by hand only - do not use tools to disconnect. Install safety cap onto LP cylinder 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.

LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)

• LP gas is nontoxic, 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 Cylinder Filling

• Use only licensed and experienced dealers.

• LP dealer must purge new cylinder before filling.

• Dealer should NEVER fill LP cylinder more than 80% of LP

cylinder volume. Volume of propane in cylinder will vary by temperature.

• A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LP cylinder 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 cylinder, contact an LP dealer or call a local fire department for assistance. Check the telephone directory under “Gas Companies” for nearest certified LP dealers.

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LP Cylinder Exchange

Connecting Regulator to the LP Cylinder

• Many retailers that sell offer you the option of

this appliance replacing your empty LP cylinder through an exchange service. Use only those reputable exchange companies that inspect, precision fill, test and certify their cylinders. Exchange your

cylinder only for an OPD safety feature-equipped cylinder as described in the "LP Cylinder" section of this manual.

• Always keep new and exchanged LP cylinders in upright

position during use, transit or storage.

• Leak test new and exchanged LP cylinders BEFORE

connecting to the appliance.

•Place dust cap on 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 Cylinder Leak Test

For your safety

• Leak test must be repeated each time LP cylinder is exchanged

or refilled.

• Do not smoke during leak test.

• Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.

1. LP cylinder must be properly secured onto . (Refer to

appliance

assembly section.)

2. Turn all control knobs to the OFF position.

3. Turn LP cylinder OFF by turning hand-wheel clockwise to a full stop.

4. Remove the protective cap from LP cylinder valve. Always use

cap and strap supplied with valve.

OPD Hand Wheel

Type 1 outlet with thread on outside

Safety Relief Valve

• This appliance must be leak tested outdoors in a 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 a 50/50 mild soap and water solution.

Brush soapy solution onto areas indicated by arrows

in figure below.

• Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage to gas train components can result.

Strap and Cap

Do not use a POL transport plug (plastic part with external threads)! It will defeat the safety feature of the valve.

5. Hold regulator and insert nipple into LP

cylinder valve. Hand-tighten the coupling nut, holding regulator in a straight line with LP cylinder valve so as not to cross-thread the connection.

Nipple has to be centered into the LP cylinder valve.

WARNING

If “growing” bubbles appear do not use or move the LP cylinder. Contact an LP gas supplier or your fire department!

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Leak Testing Valves, Hose and Regulator

1. Turn control knob to OFF.

Straight

Hold coupling nut and regulator as shown for proper connection to LP cylinder valve.

6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise and tighten to a full stop. The

regulator will seal on the back-check feature in the LP cylinder valve, resulting in some resistance. An additional one-half to

three-quarters turn is required to complete the connection. Tighten by hand only – do not use tools.

NOTE:

If you cannot complete the connection, disconnect regulator and repeat steps 5 and 6. If you are still unable to complete the connection, do not use this regulator!

2. Be sure regulator is tightly connected to LP cylinder.

3. Completely open LP cylinder valve by turning hand wheel

counterclockwise. 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 areas circled below.

DANGER

• Do not insert any tool or foreign object into the valve

outlet or safety relief valve. You may damage the valve and cause a leak. Leaking propane may result in explosion, fire, severe personal injury, or death.

WARNING

• This appliance is not intended to be installed in or on a

boat.

This appliance

• is not intended to be installed in or on an

RV.

• Never attempt to attach this to the self-

contained LP gas system of a camper trailer or motor home.

• Do not use until leak-tested.

• If a leak is detected at any time, STOP and call the fire

department.

• If you cannot stop a gas leak, immediately close LP

cylinder valve and call LP gas supplier or your fire department!

this appliance

appliance

5. If “growing” bubbles appear, there is a leak. Close LP cylinder 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, model number and name and part number of items needed (see parts list) to the Grill Service Center at the number listed on front cover.

6. Always close LP cylinder valve after performing leak test by turning hand wheel clockwise.

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WARNING

For Safe Use of Your appliance and to Avoid Serious Injury:

• The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription

drugs may impair the consumer's ability to properly assemble or safely operate the appliance.

• When cooking, the appliance must be on a level, stable noncombustible surface in an area clear of combustible material. An asphalt surface (blacktop) may not be acceptable for this purpose.

• Do not leave appliance unattended. Keep children and pets away from the appliance at all times.

• Do not place empty cooking vessel on the appliance while in operation. Use caution when placing anything in cooking vessel while the appliance is in operation.

• Do not move the appliance when in use. Allow the cooking vessel to cool to 115°F (45°C) before moving or storing.

• This appliance is not intended for and should never be used as a heater.

• This appliance will be hot during and after use. Use insulated oven mitts or gloves and long-handled barbecue utensils for protection from hot surfaces or splatter from cooking liquids.

• Keep appliancearea clear and free from materials that burn.

• Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

• Keep fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces.

• Use only in well-ventilated space. NEVER use

appliance in enclosed space such as carport, garage, porch, covered patio, or under an overhead structure of any kind.

• Use appliance at least 3 ft. from any wall or surface.

Maintain 10 ft. clearance to objects that can catch fire or sources of ignition such as pilot lights on water heaters, live electrical appliances, etc.

• Apartment Dwellers:

Check with management to learn the requirements and fire codes for using an LP gas appliance in your apartment complex. If allowed, use outside on the ground floor with a three (3) foot clearance from walls or rails. Do not use on or under balconies.

• NEVER attempt to light burner with any type of closed cover . A buildup of non-ignited gas inside a

closed appliance is hazardous.

• Never operate appliance with LP cylinder out of correct position specified in assembly instructions.

• Always close LP cylinder valve and remove coupling nut before moving LP cylinder from specified operation position.

Safety Tips

• Before opening LP cylinder valve, check the coupling nut for

tightness.

• When this appliance is not in use, turn off control knob and LP

cylinder valve.

• The grease tray must be inserted into appliance and emptied

after each use.

• 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 it, then clean and inspect valve, hose and regulator before continuing. Perform a leak test.

• Do not store objects or materials under the appliance

enclosure that would block the flow of combustion air to the underside of either the control panel or the firebox bowl.

• The regulator may make a humming or whistling noise during

operation. This will not affect safety or use of the appliance.

• If you have an appliance problem see the "Troubleshooting

Section".

• If the regulator frosts, turn off appliance and LP cylinder valve

immediately. This indicates a problem with the cylinder and it should not be used on any product. Return to supplier!

• Clean grill often, preferably after each cookout. If a bristle

brush is used to clean any of the grill cooking surfaces, ensure no loose bristles remain on cooking surfaces prior to grilling. It is not recommended to clean cooking surfaces while grill is hot.

CAUTION

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3 ft.

24”

3 ft.

• Putting out grease fires by closing the lid is not possible. This appliance is well ventilated for safety reasons.

• Do not use water on a grease fire. Personal injury may result. If a grease fire develops, turn knobs and LP cylinder off.

• Do not leave appliance unattended while burning off food residue. If appliance has not been regularly cleaned, a grease fire can occur that may damage the product.

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