Char-Broil 463620809 User Manual
PRODUCT GUIDE
MODEL 463620809
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
For Your Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
DANGER
Use and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-9
Grilling Guide. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-13
Limited Warranty. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Parts List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Parts Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17-25
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-27
Registration Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Safety Symbols
The symbols and boxes shown below explain what each heading
means. Read and follow all of the messages found throughout
the manual.
WARNING
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 gas
supplier or your fire department.
WARNING
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
2. An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not
be stored in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
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.
DANGER
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
For residential use only. Do not use for commercial
cooking.
THIS GRILL IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety statements, assembly
instructions, and use and care directions before attempting
to assemble and cook.
INSTALLER/ASSEMBLER:
Leav e this man ual with consumer.
CONSUMER:
Keep this manual for future reference.
WARNING:
Failure to follow all manufacturer’s instructions could result
in serious personal injury and/or property damage.
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CAUTION:
Some parts may contain sharp edges – especially as noted
in the manual! Wear protective gloves if necessary.
WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
1. Combustion by-products produced when using
this product contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, and 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.
Installation Safety Precautions
• Use grill, as purchased, only with LP (propane) gas and the
regulator/valve assembly supplied. A conversion kit must be
purchased for use with natural gas.
• Grill 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, or Propane Storage and
Handling Code, B149.2, or the Standard for Recreational
Vehicles, ANSI A 119.2/NFPA 1192, and CSA Z240 RV Series,
Recreational Vehicle Code, as applicable.
• All electrical accessories (such as rotisserie) must be
electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or
National Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA 70 or Canadian
Electrical Code, CSA C22.1. Keep any electrical cords and/or
fuel supply hoses away from any hot surfaces.
• This grill is safety certified for use in the United States and/or
Canada only. Do not modify for use in any other location.
Modification will result in a safety hazard.
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.
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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.
• If the information in two points above is not
followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious
injury may occur.
• 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.
LP Cylinder
• The LP cylinder used with your grill 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)
cylinders, spheres and tubes for transportation of dangerous
goods. Transport Canada (TC).
marking.
• LP cylinder valve must have:
• Type 1 outlet compatible with
regulator or grill.
• 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 in upright position for
vapor withdrawal
or for Canada, CAN/CSA-B339,
See LP cylinder collar for
OPD Hand Wheel
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. Lift LP tank wire upward off of LP tank collar, then
lift LP tank up and off of support bracket. 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.
LP Tank Valve
Safety Cap
Retainer Strap
• 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 an LP tank in an area where children play.
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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.
LP Tank Exchange
Connecting Regulator To The LP Tank
• Many retailers that sell grills offer you the option of replacing
your empty LP tank 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 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 grill.
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.
• Grill 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 grill 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. Leaks are indicated by growing bubbles.
WARNING
1. LP tank must be properly secured onto grill. (Refer to
assembly section.)
2. Turn all control knobs to the OFF position.
3. Turn LP tank OFF by turning OPD hand wheel clockwise to a
full stop.
4. Remove the protective cap from LP tank valve. Always use
cap and strap supplied with valve.
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Strap and Cap
OPD Hand Wheel
Type 1 outlet with
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Safety Relief Valve
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Do not use a POL transport plug
(plastic part with external threads)!
It will defeat the safety feature of
the valve.
If “growing” bubbles appear do not use or move the LP tank.
Contact an LP gas supplier or your fire department!
s Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage to gas
train components can result.
5. Hold regulator and insert nipple into LP
tank valve. Hand-tighten the coupling
nut, holding regulator in a straight line
with LP tank valve so as not to crossthread the connection.
Nipple has to be centered
into the LP tank valve.
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Leak Testing Valves, Hose and Regulator
1. Turn all grill control knobs 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
• Outdoor gas appliance is not intended to be installed
in or on a boat.
• Outdoor gas appliance is not intended to be installed
in or on an RV.
• Never attempt to attach this grill to the self-contained
LP gas system of a camper trailer or motor home.
• Do not use grill 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
LPcylinder valve and call LP gas supplier or your fire
department!
NOTE: Sideburner
shelf fascia not
shown for clarity.
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.
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 Grill And To Avoid Serious
Injury:
• Do not let children operate or play near grill.
• Keep grill area clear and free from materials that burn.
• Do not block holes in bottom or back of grill.
• Check burner flames regularly.
• Use grill only in well-ventilated space. NEVER use in
enclosed space such as carport, garage, porch, covered
patio, or under an overhead structure of any kind.
• Do not use charcoal or ceramic briquets in a gas grill.
(Unless briquets are supplied with your grill.)
• Use grill 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.
Safety Tips
sBefore opening LP cylinder valve, check the coupling nut for
tightness.
sWhen grill is not in use, turn off all control knobs and LP
cylinder valve.
sNever move grill while in operation or still hot.
sUse long-handled barbecue utensils and oven mitts to avoid
burns and splatters.
sMaximum load for sideburner and side shelf is 10 lbs.
The grease cup must be attached to grease cup clip and
s
emptied after each use. Do not remove grease cup until grill
has completely cooled.
s 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.
sIf you notice grease or other hot material dripping from grill
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.
sKeep ventilation openings in cylinder enclosure (grill cart) free
and clear of debris.
sDo not store objects or materials inside the grill cart
enclosure that would block the flow of combustion air to the
underside of either the control panel or the firebox bowl.
sThe regulator may make a humming or whistling noise during
operation. This will not affect safety or use of grill.
sIf you have a grill problem see the "Troubleshooting Section".
sIf the regulator frosts, turn off grill and LP cylinder valve
immediately. This indicates a problem with the cylinder and it
should not be used on any product. Return to supplier!
• Apartment Dwellers:
Check with management to learn the requirements and fire
codes for using an LP gas grill 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 lid closed. A buildup
of non-ignited gas inside a closed grill is hazardous.
• Never operate grill with LP tank out of correct position
specified in assembly instructions.
• Always close LP tank valve and remove coupling nut
before moving LP tank from specified operation
position.
CAUTION
• Putting out grease fires by closing the lid is not possible.
Grills are 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 grill unattended while preheating or burning
off food residue on HI. If grill has not been regularly
cleaned, a grease fire can occur that may damage the
product.
Ignitor Lighting
s Do not lean over grill while lighting.
Turn OFF gas burner control valves.
1.
Turn ON gas source or tank.
2.
Open lid during lighting.
3.
To ignite, turn left knob to HIGH.
4.
Push IGNITOR button rapidly.
5.
6. If ignition does NOT occur in 5 seconds, turn the burner
controls OFF, wait 5 minutes and repeat the lighting
procedure.
7. To ignite right burner, turn knob to .
If ignitor does not work, follow match lighting instructions.
After Lighting: Turn knobs to HI position for warm-up.
Lighting instructions continued on next page.
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WARNING
Turn controls and gas source or tank OFF when not
in use.
CAUTION
Burner Flame Check
• Light burner, rotate knobs from HIGH to LOW. You should see
a smaller flame in LOW position than seen on HIGH. Always
check flame prior to each use. If only low flame is seen refer to
"Sudden drop or low flame" in the Troubleshooting Section.
HI
LO
If ignition does NOT occur in 5 seconds, turn the
burner controls OFF, wait 5 minutes and repeat the
lighting procedure. If the burner does not ignite with
the valve open, gas will continue to flow out of the
burner and could accidently ignite with risk of injury.
Match-Lighting
s Do not lean over grill while lighting.
1. Open lid during lighting.
2. Place match into match holder (hanging from side of cart).
3. Push in and turn left knob to HIGH position. Be sure
burner lights and stays lit.
4. Light right burner by pushing knob in and turning to HIGH
position.
Hose Check
• Before each use, check to see if hoses are cut, worn or kinked.
Replace damaged hoses before using grill. Use only
valve/hose/regulator specified in the Parts List.
Normal
Hose
Kinked
Hose
Turning Grill Off
• Turn all knobs to OFF position. Turn LP tank off by turning
OPD hand wheel clockwise to a full stop.
Ignitor Check
• Turn gas off at LP tank. Press and hold ignitor button. "Click"
should be heard and spark seen each time between collector
box or burner and electrodes. See "Troubleshooting" if no click
or spark.
Valve Check
• Important: Make sure gas is off at LP tank before checking
valves. Knobs lock in OFF position. To check valves, first
push in knobs and release, knobs should spring back. If knobs
do not spring back, replace valve assembly before using grill.
Turn knobs to LO position then turn back to OFF position.
Valves should turn smoothly.
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General Grill Cleaning
• Keep the outside of your grill looking new by cleaning it once a
month with warm soap and water or a non-abrasive cleaner. If
you don’t have a grill cover, wipe off dust and grime before
starting your grill.
• Coating the cooking grids with spray-on cooking oil will keep the
food from sticking and make clean up easier. After cooking,
scrape the grates with a long handled, brass wire bristle brush.
• Check inside the grill bottom for grease build up and clean
often, especially after cooking fatty meat.
• Do not mistake brown or black accumulation of grease and
smoke for paint. Apply a strong solution of detergent and water
or use a grill cleaner with scrub brush on insides of grill lid and
bottom. Rinse and allow to completely air dry. Do not apply a
caustic grill/oven cleaner to painted surfaces.
• Plated wire grates: Wash grates with concentrated grill
cleaner or use soap and water solution. Dry thoroughly and
store indoors between cookouts.
• Plastic parts: Wash with warm soapy water and wipe dry.
s Do not use citrisol, abrasive cleaners, degreasers or a
concentrated grill cleaner on plastic parts. Damage to and
failure of parts can result.
• Porcelain grates: Because of glass-like composition, most
residue can be wiped away with baking soda/water solution or
specially formulated cleaner. Use non-abrasive scouring
powder for stubborn stains.
• Painted surfaces: Wash with mild detergent or nonabrasive
cleaner and warm soapy water. Wipe dry with a soft
nonabrasive cloth.
• Stainless steel surfaces: To maintain your grill’s high quality
appearance, wash with mild detergent and warm soapy water
and wipe dry with a soft cloth after each use. Baked-on grease
deposits may require the use of an abrasive plastic cleaning
pad. Use only in direction of brushed finish to avoid damage.
Do not use abrasive pad on areas with graphics.
• Cooking surfaces: 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
SPIDER ALERT!
GAS COLLECTOR
BOX & IGNITOR
CONTROL PANEL
BURNER
Cleaning the Burner Assembly
Follow these instructions to clean and/or replace parts of burner
assembly or if you have trouble igniting grill.
1. Turn gas off at control knobs and LP cylinder.
Remove cooking grate and .
2. heat tent
Under grill remove grease cup, disconnect ignitor wire from
3.
burner.
Inside grill remove burner assembly (A), clean ceramic
4.
portion of electrode with rubbing alcohol and a swab.
Clean outside of burner with soap and water. Lay burner
5.
upside down on flat surface, insert garden hose to force
water through tubes. Make sure water comes out of all
burner holes. Open clogged holes with a thin wire. Shake
out excess water and examine holes. Due to normal wear
and corrosion some holes may become enlarged. If any
large cracks or holes are found replace burner.
If grill is to be stored, coat burner lightly with cooking oil.
6.
Wrap in protective cover to keep insects out.
If not storing grill after cleaning, replace burner into grill
7.
bottom.
VERY IMPORTANT: Burner tubes must re-engage valve
openings. See illustration (A).
8. electrode
Reattach ignitor wire to .
9. heat tent
Reposition and cooking grate. Reattach clean
grease cup
10.
Before cooking again on grill, perform a “Leak Test” and
“Burner Flame Check”.
to grease clip.
SPIDER WEBS
INSIDE VENTURI
VALVE
If you notice that your grill is getting hard to light or that the
flame isn’t as strong as it should be, take the time to check and
clean the venturi’s.
In some areas of the country, spiders or small insects have been
known to create “flashback” problems. The spiders spin webs, build
nests and lay eggs in the grill’s venturi tube(s) obstructing the flow of
gas to the burner. The backed-up gas can ignite in the venturi behind
the control panel. This is known as a flashback and it can damage
your grill and even cause injury.
AIR
SHUTTER
LIFT OUT
BURNER ASSEMBLY
CLEAN OUT
VENTURI
VENTURI
SPIDER WEBS
INSIDE VENTURI
REMOVE
BURNER
CLIPS
Correct burner-to-valve engagement
A
Burner Tube
Valve
B
To prevent flashbacks and ensure good performance the burner and
venturi assembly should be removed from the grill and cleaned
before use whenever the grill has been idle for an extended period.
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GRILLING GUIDE – Getting Started
First Time Use
Read your Assembly Manual and ensure the grill is put together
properly. Remove all Point-of-Purchase advertising material from
all grill surfaces before first use. We recommend operating your
grill on its highest setting for 15-20 minutes prior to your first use.
This aids in removing the oils used during manufacturing.
Lava Rock / Briquettes
This gas grill has been designed, engineered, and tested to be
used with flame tamers or heat distribution plates to provide
more even heating, improve the cleaning process, and reduce
flare-ups. The addition of after market lava rocks, charcoal, or
briquettes of any type will cause poor combustion and increase
the likelihood of a grease fire, and is not recommended. Using
briquettes, lava rock, or charcoal in this grill will void your
warranty. For extra smoke flavor, we recommend using a
smoker box with wood chips.
Temperature
The temperature gauge in the hood of your new grill measures
air temperature. The air temperature inside your grill will never
be as hot as the temperature at the cooking surface.
Note: Since 1995, all regulators (the part that attaches to the gas
tank to regulate the flow of gas) have included a safety feature
that restricts gas flow in the event of a gas leak. You can
inadvertently activate this safety feature without having a gas
leak. This typically occurs when you turn on the gas using the
grill control knob before you turn on the LP tank valve. If the gas
regulator safety feature activates, the grill will only reach
temperatures between 250°F and 300°F even with all burners on
the high setting.
Regulator
Coupling Nut
If your grill is not getting hotter than 250°F to 300°F these
steps should be taken first to reset the gas regulator safety
device:
1. Open the grill lid.
2. Turn off all knobs on the control panel in front.
3. Turn off the tank knob.
4. Disconnect the regulator from the LP tank.
5. Wait 30 seconds.
6. Reconnect the regulator to the LP tank.
7. Slowly open the LP tank knob all the way. Do not put
excessive force on the valve at the full open position to avoid
damaging the valve.
8. Turn on the appropriate control knob and light the grill per the
instructions on the control panel.
An illustration of this process is included in this Product Guide.
See Troubleshooting section for additional information.
Pre-Heating Your Grill
Just like your home oven, your grill should be pre-heated to
provide optimum performance. Pre-heat the grill on high for 1015 minutes – longer if weather conditions require. Please refer to
the lighting instructions inside the Product Guide if you have
questions about how to light your grill. A match-light chain and
hole is provided for your convenience.
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