Char-Broil 5101194 User Manual

OUTDOOR

MODEL

04201101

STOVE TOP

To installer or assembler:

Leave this manual with consumer

for future reference.

05101194

To consumer:

Keep this manual for future reference.

FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.

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 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

California Proposition 65

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.

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.

If you have any questions or need assistance during assembly, please call 1-800-232-3398.

To insure your satisfaction and for follow-up service, register your product online at www.grillregistration.com

05101194 • 42804116 • 07-14-05

Use and Care

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

DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING

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

CAUTION

Char-Broil® Outdoor Stove Top

Thank you for your purchase. The Outdoor Stove Top was designed to take the cooking of many of you favorite foods from your INDOOR stove top TO THE OUTDOORS. The Outdoor Stove Top can use many of your indoor stock pots, griddles, and woks. Also, look for cooking accessories from Char-Broil at the store where you purchased the Outdoor Stove Top.

CAUTION

• Never use a cooking pot or vessel larger than 12 quarts or 12.5” in diameter.

• Read and follow the instructions included with any cooking accessory before using with this appliance.

WARNING

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

Installation Safety Precautions

•

Use appliance only with LP (propane) gas and the regulator/valve assembly supplied.

•

Appliance installation must conform with local codes, or in their absence with

54 / ANSI Z223.1

must conform to LP Gas Code Appliance is not for use in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.

• All electrical accessories (such as rotisserie) must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or

National Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA 70.

electrical cords and/or fuel supply hoses away from any hot surfaces.

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

National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA

. Handling and storage of LP cylinders

NFPA/ANSI 58.

Keep any

CAUTION

NEVER USE THIS APPLIANCE AS A TURKEY FRYER! Use as a turkey fryer may

result in a hazardous situation causing property damage, personal injury, or loss of life.

Limited Warranty

The manufacturer warrants the product for replacement or repair of parts and/or workmanship for a period of 90 days. Paint is not warranted and will require touchup.

These limited warranties are made exclusively to the original customer presenting proof ofpurchase. These warranties are limited to non-commercial residential use only. Any returned goods must be shipped prepaid. These warranties do not cover normal wear and tear or damages resulting from abuse or misuse. This warranty excludes incidental or consequential cost due to damages or losses or property of any nature.

NOTICE: Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other legal rights which may vary from state to state.

Some parts may contain sharp edges. Wear protective gloves if necessary.

For further information, contact the manufacturer, toll free at 1-800-232-3398.

Table of Contents

Use and Care ....................................2-10

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

Installation Safety Precautions ...................2

Limited Warranty .............................2

LP Cylinder Removal, Transport, and Storage.......4

Cylinder

LP ..................................4

LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) ...................4

Cylinder

LP Filling.............................4

Cylinder

LP Exchange .........................5

Cylinder

LP Leak Test..........................5

Connecting Regulator to the LP .........5-6

Leak Testing Valve, Hose, and Regulator...........6

Safety Tips ..................................6

Ignitor Lighting ...............................7

Match Lighting ...............................7

Burner Flame Check...........................7

Burner Check ................................7

Turning Appliance Off ..........................7

Ignitor Check ................................7

Valve Check .................................7

Hose Check .................................7

Natural Hazard • Spiders .......................8

Care and Cleaning of Stainless Steel..............9

Troubleshooting .............................10

Parts List ..........................................11

Parts Diagram......................................12

Cylinder

Assembly .......................................13-17

Registration Card ...................................19

To insure your satisfaction and for follow-up service,

www.grillregistration.com

DANGER

LP Cylinder

The LP cylinder used with your Outdoor Stove Top

•

must meet the following requirements:

• 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.

LP Cylinder Removal, Transport and Storage

•

Turn OFF 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.

may result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.

Failure to use safety cap as directed

• Purchase LP cylinders only with these required measurements: 12” (30.5cm) (diameter) x 18” (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.) Capacity maximum.

• Be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for LP cylinder of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT). See LP cylinder collar for marking.

• LP valve must have:

• LP must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and

LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)

• LP gas is nontoxic, odorless and colorless when

cylinder

• Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator.

• Safety relief valve.

• UL listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD). This OPD safety feature is identified by a unique triangular hand wheel.

cylinders equipped with this type of valve.

cylinder

include collar to protect LP valve.

produced. , LP gas has been given an odor (similar to rotten cabbage) so that it can be smelled.

For your safety

Use only

cylinder

LP Cylinder Valve

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

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

• Always keep new and exchanged LP cylinders in upright position during use, transit or storage.

• Storage of appliance indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance.

Retainer Strap

cylinder

Safety Cap

cylinder

• 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 before filling.

• Dealer should NEVER fill LP more than 80% of LP volume. Volume of propane in will

cylinder cylinder

vary by temperature.

cylinder

• 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.

WARNING

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

• To remove gas from LP , contact an LP dealer

cylinder or call a local fire department for assistance. Check the telephone directory under “Gas Companies” for nearest certified LP dealers.

LP Cylinder Exchange

• Many retailers that sell grills offer you the option of replacing your empty LP through an

cylinder exchange service. Use only those reputable exchange companies that inspect, precision fill, test and certify their cylinders.

only for an OPD safety feature-equipped

Exchange your cylinder

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 appliance.

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.

Connecting Regulator To The LP Cylinder

LP cylinder must be properly secured onto appliance.

Turn control knob to OFF position.

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

Remove 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

Strap and Cap

Do not use a POL transport plug (A) (plastic part with external threads)! It

will defeat the safety feature of the valve.

5. Hold regulator, insert nipple (B) into LP cylinder valve.

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

• Appliance must be leak checked 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 paint brush 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 the shaded areas.

Nipple has to be centered into the LP cylinder valve.

Straight

Turn the coupling nut clockwise to tighten to a full

solid stop. The regulator will seal on the back-check feature in LP cylinder valve, resulting in some resistance.

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,

Regulator!

An additional one-half to three

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

do not use this

WARNING

Leak Testing Valve, Hose and Regulator

1. Turn control knob to OFF.

Be sure regulator is tightly connected to LP cylinder.

Completely open LP cylinder valve by turning hand wheel counter clockwise. If you hear a , turn gas off immediately. There is a major leak at the connection. .

Brush soapy solution on areas where bubbles are shown.

5. “If growing”

LP cylinder valve immediately and re-tighten connections.

to repair”.

parts by giving the part number from the parts list to the Service Center at 1-800-232-3398.

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

Correct before proceeding

bubbles appear, there is a leak. Close

If leaks cannot be stopped “do not try

Call for replacement parts. Order new

rushing sound

• 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 trailer or motor home.

WARNING

• Do not use appliance until leak checked.

• If leak is detected at any time, STOP and call your fire department.

• If you cannot stop a gas leak, close LP cylinder valve and call a LP gas supplier or your fire department!

immediately

Safety Tips

Before opening LP cylinder valve, check the coupling nut for tightness.

When appliance is not in use, turn off control knob and LP cylinder valve.

Never move appliance while in operation or still hot.

The regulator may make a humming or whistling

noise during operation. This will not affect safety or use of fireplace.

Check appliance before each use for buildup of any leaves or other material that will burn or block the burner ports. Clean when needed before using. Have appliance inspected annually by a qualified service person.

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