Ducane 1605NG User Manual

LP GAS GRILL OWNER'S MANUAL

GUÍA DEL PROPIETARIO DEL ASADOR DE GAS LICUADO DE PROPANO - PG 24 GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR DU GRILL À GAZ PL - PG 41

ASSEMBLY, ENSAMBLAJE, ASSEMBLAGE - PG 3

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YOU MUST READ THIS OWNER’S GUIDE

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GAS GRILL

 DANGER

If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flames.

3. Open lid.

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

Leaking gas may cause a fire or explosion which can cause serious bodily injury or death, or damage to property.

 WARNING:

Customer Service: 1-800-382-2637

NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These instructions must be left with the owner and the owner should keep them for future use.

THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.

 WARNING: Do not try to light this

appliance without reading the “Lighting Instructions” section of this manual.

 ATTENTION: This product has been safety tested and is only certified for use in a specific country. Refer to country designation located on outer carton.

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: Follow all leak-check

procedures carefully in this manual prior to barbecue operation. Do this even if the barbecue was dealer-assembled.

FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

These parts may be gas carrying or gas burning components. Please contact a Ducane Customer Service Representative in your area for genuine Ducane replacement part(s) information by calling 1-800-382-2637.

 WARNING: Do not attempt to make any repair to gas

carrying or gas burning components without contacting Ducane. Your actions, if you fail to follow this product Warning, may cause a fire or an explosion resulting in serious personal injury or death and damage to property.

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DANGERS AND WARNINGS

 DANGER

Failure to follow the Dangers, Warnings and Cautions contained in this Owner’s Manual may result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.

 WARNING

 Do not lift the barbecue using the control panel as a handle. Lifting by the control panel can damage gas handling and electrical

components. Damage to gas handling and electrical components can result in serious bodily injury or death and damage to property.

 Do not store a spare or disconnected liquid propane cylinder under or near this barbecue.  Improper assembly may be dangerous. Please carefully follow the assembly instructions in this manual  After a period of storage, and/or non-use, the Ducane

gas barbecue should be checked for gas leaks and burner obstructions

before use. See instructions in this manual for correct procedures.

 Do not operate the Ducane

gas barbecue if there is a gas leak present.

 Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks.  Combustible materials should never be within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of your Ducane

gas barbecue.

 Do not put a barbecue cover or anything flammable on, or in the storage area under the barbecue.  Your Ducane

gas barbecue should never be used by children. Accessible parts of the barbecue may be very hot. Keep young

children away while it is in use.

 You should exercise reasonable care when operating your Ducane

gas barbecue. It will be hot during cooking or cleaning and

should never be left unattended or moved while in operation.

 Should the burners go out while in operation, turn all gas valves off. Open the lid and wait five minutes before attempting to

relight using the lighting instructions.

 Do not use charcoal or lava rock in your Ducane

gas barbecue.

 Never lean over open grill or place hands or fingers on the front edge of the cooking box.  Should a grease fire occur, turn off all burners and leave lid closed until fire is out.  Do not enlarge valve orifices or burner ports when cleaning the valves or burners.  The Ducane

gas barbecue should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis.

 Liquid propane gas is not natural gas. The conversion or attempted use of natural gas in a liquid propane unit or liquid propane

gas in a natural gas unit is dangerous and will void your warranty.

 Do not attempt to disconnect any gas fitting while your barbecue is in operation.  Use heat-resistant barbecue mitts or gloves when operating barbecue.  Keep any electrical supply cord and the fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces.  Combustion byproducts produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer,

birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

 Do not use this barbecue unless all parts are in place. The unit must be properly assembled according to the instructions

outlined in the “Assembly Guide”.

 Remove all packing material before use.  Do not build this model of grill in any built-in or slide in construction. Ignoring this Warning could cause a fire or an explosion

that can damage property and cause serious bodily injury or death.

 Proposition 65 Warning: Handling the brass material on this product exposes you to lead, a chemical known to the state of

California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

(Wash hands after handling this product.)

LIQUID PROPANE GAS UNITS ONLY:  Use the regulator that is supplied with your Ducane

gas barbecue.

 Do not attempt to disconnect the gas regulator or any gas fitting while your barbecue is in operation.  A dented or rusty liquid propane cylinder may be hazardous and should be checked by your liquid propane supplier. Do not use

a liquid propane cylinder with a damaged valve.

 Although your liquid propane cylinder may appear to be empty, gas may still be present, and the cylinder should be transported

and stored accordingly.

 If you see, smell or hear the hiss of escaping gas from the liquid propane cylinder:

1. Move away from liquid propane cylinder.

2. Do not attempt to correct the problem yourself.

3. Call your fire department.

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 CAUTION: Although we make every effort to ensure that the assembly process is as easy and as safe as possible, it is inherent with fabricated steel parts that corners and edges can cause cuts if improperly handled during assembly procedures. Be careful while handling any parts during assembly. IT IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED THAT HANDS BE PROTECTED WITH A PAIR OF WORK GLOVES.

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WARNING: Care must be taken to ensure that this grill is assembled according to these instructions. Failure to assemble the

grill properly could create a fire hazard or cause burns or other bodily harm.

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WARNING: Do not lift the barbecue using the control panel as a handle. Lifting by the control panel can damage gas handling and electrical components. Damage to gas handling and electrical components can result in serious bodily injury or death and damage to property.

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PRECAUCIÓN: Aunque hacemos todo lo posible para que el proceso de ensamblaje sea tan fácil y seguro, es imposible evitar que, con las partes fabricadas de acero, las esquinas y los bordes causen cortes si no son usados apropiadamente durante el proceso de ensamblaje. ES MUY RECOMENDABLE QUE LAS MANOS SEAN PROTEGIDAS POR GUANTES DE TRABAJO.

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ADVERTENCIA: Debe tener mucho cuidado para asegurar que esta parrilla sea ensamblada de acuerdo a las instrucciones. No cumplir con el ensamblaje apropiado de la parrilla puede causar un peligro o quemaduras u otro tipo de lesiones al cuerpo.

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ADVERTENCIA: No levante la barbacoa utilizando el panel de control como asa. El hacerlo pudiera dañar los componentes eléctricos y de manejo del gas. Daños a los componentes eléctricos y de manejo del gas pudieran resultar en lesiones corporales graves e incluso la muerte, además de daños a la propiedad.

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ATTENTION: Bien que nous fassions tous les efforts possibles pour s’assurer que le processus d’assemblage soit aussi facile et sécuritaire que possible, il est inhérent que la fabrication de pièces métalliques laissent des coins et des bords tranchants qui puissent causer des blessures lors de la manipulation incorrecte pendant les procédures d’assemblage. Soyez prudent lors de la manipulation de toute pièce durant l’assemblage. IL EST FORTEMENT RECOMMANDÉ DE PORTER DES GANTS POUR PROTÉGER VOS MAINS.

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AVERTISSEMENT: Soyez attentif pour vous assurer que le gril est assemblé selon ces consignes. L’omission d’assembler ce gril correctement pourrait poser un danger ou causer des brûlures ou tout autre blessure corporelle.

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AVERTISSEMENT: N’utilisez pas le panneau de contrôle comme poignée pour lever le barbecue. Le fait de lever par le panneau de contrôle peut endommager les pièces liées au gaz et à l’électricité. Tout dommage aux pièces liées au gaz et à l’électricité peut provoquer des blessures graves ou mortelles et des dégâts matériels.

TOOLS NEEDED:

HERRAMIENTAS REQUERIDAS:

11mm (7/16”)

OUTILS NECESSAIRES:

3 BRNR. 5 BRNR.

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3 BRNR. 5 BRNR.

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 CAUTION: Always remove the warming rack when using the rotisserie.

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OBSERVACIÓN: Siempre quite la rejilla de calentamiento cuando esté usando el sistema rotativo.

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REMARQUE: Enlevez toujours la grille de chauffage lors de l’utilisation de la rôtisserie.

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WARNING: The rotisserie motor must be stored indoors when not in use. DO NOT leave it mounted to the grill.

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PRECAUCIÓN: El motor deber ser almacenado dentro, cuando no esté en uso. NO LO DEJE montado en la parrilla.

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AVERTISSEMENT: Le moteur de rôtisserie doit être entreposé à l’intérieur lorsqu’il n’est pas utilisé. NE le laissez PAS installé sur le gril.

BRNR.

NOTE: The bolts to install the stainless steel side shelf are

threaded into the grill cart on the right

BRNR.

OBSERVACIÓN: Los tornillos utilizados para armar las mesas de acero inoxidables están atornillados a la izquierda y derecha del asador. Quite los tornillos y renstálese cuando valla armar las mesas de acero inoxidable.

REMARQUE: Les boulons pour l’installation des deux étagères latérales en acier inoxydable sont vissés dans le chariot du grill, sur les côtés gauche et droit du grill. Retirez ces boulons puis ré-installez-les lorsque vous fixez les étagères latérales en acier inoxydable.

side of the grill. Remove the bolts and re-install when attaching the stainless steel side shelf.

BRNR.

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CAUTION: Failure to install the Side Burner properly could

cause the unit to loosen and fall, causing bodily harm.

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PRECAUCIÓN: apropiadamente puede causar que la unidad se afloje y caiga causando lesiones al cuerpo.

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AVERTISSEMENT: correctement pourrait occasionner un desserrage de l’unité et le faire tomber, causant ainsi des blessures corporelles.

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De no instalar la Hornilla Lateral

L’omission d’installer le brûleur latéral

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BRNR.

WARRANTY, GARANTÍA, GARANTIE

Ducane Products, Co. hereby warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this Ducane® Stainless Series gas grill that it will be free of defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase as follows:

Ten-Year Limited Warranty

• Stainless steel cabinetry and grill lid excluding discoloration and scratches

Five-Year Limited Warranty

• Stainless steel cooking grates

• Stainless steel primary grill burners

• Side Burner Inserts

• Stainless steel rotisserie burners

Two-Year Limited Warranty

• Rotisserie motor

• Ignition system

• All remaining parts

The above warranty period(s) applies only to grills used in a non-commercial setting when assembled and operated in accordance with the printed instructions accompanying the grill. Ducane may require valid proof of your date of purchase. Please retain your receipt of purchase or invoice as reasonable proof. This Limited Warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement of parts that prove defective under normal, non-commercial use and which, on examination shall indicate, to Ducane’s satisfaction, that they are defective. Before returning any parts, please contact Ducane’s Customer Service at 1-800-DUCANES (1-800-382-2637). If Ducane conﬁ rms the defect and approves the claim, Ducane will elect to replace such parts without charge. If you are required to return defective parts, transportation charges must be paid by you. Ducane will return parts to purchaser, freight or postage prepaid.

This Limited Warranty does not cover failures or operating difﬁ culties due to accident, abuse, misuse, alteration, misapplication, vandalism, improper installation, use in a commercial enterprise, improper maintenance, including but not limited to damage caused by insects within burner tubes, as described in the owner’s manual. Deterioration or damage due to severe weather conditions, such as hail, hurricanes, earthquakes, or tornadoes is not covered by this Limited Warranty. Deterioration or discoloration due to exposure to chemicals, either directly or in the atmosphere, is not covered by this Limited Warranty. There are no other express warrants except as set forth herein and any applicable implied warranties of merchantability and ﬁ tness are limited in duration to the period of coverage of this express written Limited Warranty. Some regions do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may not apply to you. Ducane is not liable for any special, indirect or consequential damages. Some regions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental and consequential damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. Ducane does not authorize any person or company to assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with the sale, installation, use, removal, return or replacement of its equipment; and no such representations are binding on Ducane. This Limited Warranty applies only to products sold at and purchased from a retail entity excluding on-line auction services.

DUCANE PRODUCTS CO. Customer Service Center 1890 Roselle Road, Suite 308 Schaumburg, IL 60195 USA For replacement parts call: 1-800-446-1071 www.ducane.com

Ducane Products, Co., por el presente documento garantiza al COMPRADOR ORIGINAL de esta parrilla a gas de la Serie Inoxidable de Ducane® que estará libre de defectos de materiales y

fabricación desde la fecha de adquisición así:

Garantía limitada de diez años

• Gabinete de acero inoxidable y tapa de la parrilla, excluyendo descoloración y rasguños

Garantía limitada de cinco años

• Rejillas para cocción en acero inoxidable

• Quemadores primarios de la parrilla en acero inoxidable

• Insertos de quemadores laterales

• Quemadores para asador en acero inoxidable

Garantía limitada de dos años

• Motor del asador

• Sistema de encendido

• Todas las demás partes

Los anteriores períodos de garantía sólo se aplican a parrillas usadas en ambientes no comerciales cuando sean ensambladas y operadas de acuerdo con las instrucciones impresas que acompañan la parrilla. Ducane puede solicitar una prueba válida de su fecha de adquisición. Por favor guarde su recibo de compra o la factura como prueba razonable. Esta Garantía Limitada se limitará a la reparación o reemplazo de partes que se pruebe que estaban defectuosas bajo un uso normal y no comercial, y que, tras ser examinadas, indiquen a satisfacción de Ducane que efectivamente están defectuosas. Antes de devolver cualquier parte, por favor contacte al Servicio al Cliente de Ducane al 1-800-DUCANES (1-800-382-2637).

Si Ducane confirma el defecto y aprueba la reclamación, Ducane elegirá reemplazar dicha parte sin ningún cargo. Si se le solicita que devuelva las partes defectuosas, los costos de transporte deberán ser asumidos por usted. Ducane devolverá las partes al comprador con flete o timbre pagado por anticipado.

Par la présente, Ducane Products, Co., garantie à l’ACHETEUR ORIGINAL du gril au gaz en acier inoxydable Ducane® qu’elle sera sans vices de matériaux et de fabrication à partir de la date d’achat, tel que suit:

Garantie Limitée de Dix Ans

• Habillage et couvercle de gril en acier inoxydable à l’exception de décoloration et d’égratignures.

Garantie Limitée de Cinq Ans

• Gril de cuisson en acier inoxydable

• Brûleurs primaire en acier inoxydable

• Insertions du bruleurs du côté

• brûleurs de tournebroche en acier inoxydable

Garantie Limitée de deux ans

• Moteur du tournebroche

• système d’allumage

• Toutes autres pièces

La(Les) période(s) de garantie ci-haut mentionné s’applique seulement au grils personnel, et non ceux qui sont utilisés dans un milieu commercial, quand assemblé et opéré selon les instructions inclues avec le gril. Ducane pourra exiger une preuve d’achat valable. Veuillez conserver votre preuve d’achat ou votre facture comme preuve. Cette garantie sera limitée à la réparation ou le remplacement de pièces qui s’avèrent être défectueux sous des conditions d’utilisation normal, non-commercial, et qui, après exam indiquera, à la satisfaction de Ducane’s, une défectuosité. Avant de retourner les pièces, veuillez contacter le service a clientèle de Ducane au 1-800-DUCANES (1-800-382-2637).

Esta Garantía Limitada no cubre fallos o dificultades de operación debidos a accidentes, abuso, mal uso, alteración, mal manejo, vandalismo, instalación inadecuada, uso en empresa comercial, mantenimiento indebido, e incluye, pero no se limita, a daños causados por insectos al interior de los tubos quemadores, como se describe en el manual del usuario. El deterioro o daño debido a condiciones climáticas extremas, tales como granizo, huracanes, terremotos o tornados no está cubierto por esta Garantía Limitada. El deterioro o la decoloración debidos a la exposición a químicos, bien sea directamente o en la atmósfera no están cubiertos por esta Garantía Limitada. No hay ninguna otra garantía expresa salvo las que están contenidas en este documento, y cualquier garantía implícita aplicable de comerciabilidad y adecuación está limitada a la duración del período de cobertura de esta expresa Garantía Limitada. Algunas regiones no admiten una limitación al tiempo de duración de una garantía implícita, de forma que esta limitación no aplica para usted. Ducane no es responsable por ningún daño especial, indirecto o resultante. Algunas regiones no admiten la exclusión o limitación de daños incidentales o resultantes, de forma que esta limitación podría no aplicar para usted. Ducane no autoriza a ninguna persona o compañía a asumir en su nombre ninguna otra obligación o responsabilidad en relación con la venta, instalación, uso, retiro, devolución o reemplazo de este equipo; y ninguna de dichas representaciones obligan a Ducane. Esta Garantía Limitada aplica únicamente a productos vendidos en y comprados de una entidad detallista, excluyendo servicios de subasta en línea.

DUCANE PRODUCTS CO. Customer Service Center 1890 Roselle Road, Suite 308 Schaumburg, IL 60195 USA Para partes de repuesto llame a: 1-800-446-1071 www.ducane.com

ISi Ducane conﬁ rme la défectuosité et approuve la demande, Ducane choisira de remplacer ses pièces sans frais. Si vous êtes obligé de retourner des pièces déféctueueses, vous devez assumer tous les frais de transports, fret ou port-pré-payé. Cette garantie limitée ne couvre pas les pannes ou les difﬁ cultés d’opération résultant d’accidents, abus, emploi abusif ou mauvaise opération, vandalisme, mauvaise installation, utilisation commerciale, mauvais entretien, incluant mais pas limitée aux dommages causés par les insectes dans les tubes de brûleurs, tel que décrites dans le guide d’achat. La détérioration ou les dommages dû aux conditions sévère de température, notamment, grêles, ouragans, tremblements de terre , ou tornades ne sont pas couvert par cette garantie limitée. La détérioration ou la décoloration dû à une exposition au produits chimique, directement ou dans l’atmosphère, ne sont pas couverte par cette garantie limitée. Il n’y a pas d’autres garantie expresse à part celles détaillées et n’importe quelle garantie tacite de qualité marchande et de compatibilité applicable est limitée à la durée de la période de couverture de cette garantie expresse limitée. Certaines régions ne permettent pas la limitation de garantie tacite, donc la limitation ne pourrait vous être applicable. Ducane n’est pas responsable des dommages, indirects ou conséquents. Certaines régions ne permettent pas l’exclusion ou la limitation de dommages accessoires ou immatériels, donc, l’exclusion ou la limitation ci-haut mentionnée ne pourrait vous être applicable. Ducane n’autorise aucune personne ou entreprise, d’assumer à son nom, n’important quelle obligation ou responsabilité reliée à la vente, l’installation, l’utilisation, l’enlèvement, le retour ou le remplacement de son équipement; et ce, notamment, aucune répresentations de ce genre engage Ducane. Cette garantie limitée s’applique seulement aux produits vendu par, ou procuré chez, un détaillant, excluant tous sites de vente aux enchères en-ligne..

DUCANE PRODUCTS CO. Product Registration P.O. Box 40530 Burlington, ON L7P 4W1

Para compras hechas en México DUCANE PRODUCTS S.A. de C.V. Marcella No. 338, Colonia Americana 44160 México, C.P. México Para partes de repuesto llame a: (52) (33) 3615-0736 www.ducane.com

Pour des pièces de rechange, appelez le : 1-800-265-2150 www.ducane.com

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SAFETY INFORMATION

INSTALLATION

Liquid Propane Gas Grills

IMPORTANT

We urge you to read this manual carefully and to follow the recommendations enclosed. This will help assure you of the most enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your new Ducane® Gas Grill. We also advise you to keep this manual for future reference.

 WARNING: Your grill has been designed to operate using

only the gas specified on the rating plate. Do not attempt to operate your grill on other gases. Failure to follow this warning could lead to a fire hazard and bodily harm, and will void your warranty.

 CAUTION: FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store any flammable

materials in any cabinets beneath the grill burner box or in the vicinity of your grill.

 WARNING: Be sure to have your LP (propane) tank filled

by a reputable propane dealer. An incorrectly filled or an overfilled LP tank can be dangerous. The overfilled condition combined with the warming of the LP tank (a hot summer day, tank left in the sun) can cause LP gas to be released by the pressure relief valve on the tank since the temperature increase causes the propane to expand. LP gas released from the tank is flammable and can be explosive.

 WARNING: Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or

near this appliance; Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full; If this information is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may occur.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65  WARNING: The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some

by-products which are on the list of substances known by the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. California law requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. To minimize exposure to these substances always operate this unit according to the use and care manual, ensuring you provide good ventilation when cooking with gas.

INSTALLATION

Locating Your Grill

• Your Ducane® Gas Grill is manufactured for outdoor use only! Any grill, charcoal or gas, produces carbon monoxide while in operation and the gas should not be allowed to accumulate in a conﬁ ned area. Never operate this grill inside your home or recreational vehicle or any enclosed area.

• When locating your grill, choose a safe outdoor location away from ﬂ ammable or combustible surfaces and out of trafﬁ c paths. Ducane® strongly recommends a 24” clearance to combustible surfaces.

• Consult your local codes for possible additional restrictions on location or operation of your grill.

• As your grill uses gas, it requires air to burn properly. Do not locate your grill in such manner or as to obstruct the ﬂ ow of combustion and ventilation air around the grill.

• When possible, adjust your grills’ position to reduce the likelihood of wind blowing onto it.

Liquid Propane Gas Grills

 CAUTION: Never operate your grill under any overhead com-

bustible construction.

 CAUTION: This grill is not intended to be installed in or at-

tached to a recreational vehicle. It is also not intended to be installed in or on a boat.

 WARNING: For your safety, do not store or use gasoline or

other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. Failure to follow this warning could lead to a fire, explosion and bodily harm.

Assembly

Make sure your grill is assembled properly. Detailed assembly instructions are packed with each grill giving speciﬁ c assembly procedures for each model. Follow these in-

structions carefully to ensure the correct and safe assembly of the grill.

 CAUTION: Although we take every effort to ensure that the

assembly process is as easy and as safe as possible, it is inherent with fabricated steel parts that corners and edges can cause cuts if improperly handled during assembly procedures. Be careful while handling any parts during assembly. It is strongly recommended that you protect hands with a pair of work gloves.

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Leveling

It is important for the proper operation of the grill that it be located on a level surface.

CONNECTION

Liquid Propane Gas Grills

Type of Gas

• Your LP grill is factory built to operate using liquid propane only. Never attempt to operate your grill on gases other than the type speciﬁ ed on the grill rating plate.

• The regulator supplied with your liquid propane gas grill is set for 11” water column pressure and is for use with propane gas only. This regulator and the factorysupplied hose assembly must be used when operating your grill with a 20 lb. LP gas cylinder.

• If replacement of the hose and/or regulator becomes necessary, factory-speciﬁ ed parts are required.

• For safety and design reasons, the conversion of a Ducane using LP gas to operation using natural gas requires the change out of the entire gas supply system of the grill. If this becomes necessary, see your dealer for additional information.

grill from operation

Type of Liquid Propane Tank

For LP gas grills, the LP gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the speciﬁ cations for LP Gas Cylinders of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339 Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods. This tank must be provided with a shut-off valve terminating in a liquid propane gas tank valve outlet. The valve must be equipped with a Type 1 connection complying with the latest edition of ANSI Z21.58. Ducane recommends the use of cylinder manufacturer’s Manchester and Worthington, with a 47.6 lb water capacity. Other cylinders may be acceptable for use with the appliance provided they are compatible with the appliance retention means (see

illustrations).

IMPORTANT

Installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with either the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, or can/cga-149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.

Handling Liquid Propane Gas

Propane gas should be handled and stored with care. We suggest asking your propane gas dealer, when having your tank ﬁ lled, for a short course in handling, care and storage of propane gas tanks. Most dealers will be glad to instruct you on how to store and handle your tank. Make sure your tank is never stored inside! Keep it outside in a well-ventilated area in an upright position away from your gas grill.

Portable Installation

Complete portability is afforded to the grill head when mounted on the portable cart. When so installed, it is necessary to use a 20 lb. capacity liquid propane tank. Use no other size. The tank retainer is designed to accommodate only this size tank.

IMPORTANT

The liquid propane tank supply system must:

1. Have a safety relief device having direct communication with the vapor space of the tank

2. Be arranged for vapor withdrawal

3. Include a collar on the tank to protect the tank valve

4 . Be equipped with an overﬁ ll protection device (OPD). The tank should be 12 inches

in diameter and 18½ inches tall.

CHECKING GAS LEAKS

Before operating your grill and after refueling, check carefully to be certain that all connections are tight and there are no gas leaks. The easiest way to do this is to mix up a little soapy water, like you would for washing dishes. Turn on the gas and brush a little of the mixture around ﬁ ttings. If new bubbles form, you have a leak!

IMPORTANT

See Assembly Guide for LP tank installation.

Type 1 Connective Coupling

All Ducane liquid propane gas grill regulators are equipped with a UL-listed tank connection as per the latest edition of ANSI Z21.58. This will require a liquid propane tank that is similarly equipped with a Type 1 connection in the tank valve. This Type 1 coupling allows you to make a fast and totally safe hookup between your gas grill and your liquid propane tank. It eliminates the chance of leaks due to a POL ﬁ tting that is not properly tightened. Gas will not ﬂ ow from the tank unless the Type 1 coupling is

fully engaged into the coupling.

 WARNING: The Type 1 connective coupling supplied with your grill must not be replaced with a different type of grill/tank connection system. Removal will result in loss of warranty and, if improperly done, may result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.  WARNING: Do not let the regulator hose loop up towards the bottom of the burner box.

The propane cylinder valve connection provided with this grill incorporates the four important safeguards listed:

Hand Assembly

1. Make sure the cylinder valve and all appliance valves are in their “OFF” positions.

2. When connecting regulator/burner valve assembly to cylinder valve, turn large plastic nut clockwise until it stops.

3. Gas will not ﬂ ow unless plastic nut is fully engaged.

4. HAND TIGHTEN ONLY.

Disconnecting Cylinder

1. Turn cylinder valve and all appliance valves “OFF”.

2. Turn large plastic nut counterclockwise to disengage coupling.

TYPE 1 CONNECTIVE COUPLING

1 2 3 4 5

Type 1 Valve Hand Wheel

External Thread

Thermally Sensitive Nut

Propane Regulator

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CONNECTION

Liquid Propane Gas Grills

 WARNING: Do not use a tool to tighten the connection.

Using a tool could damage the regulator coupling and could cause a leak resulting in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.

Excess Flow Control

The propane regulator assembly incorporates a ﬂ ow limiting device designed to supply the grill with sufﬁ cient gas ﬂ ow, yet control any excess ﬂ ow. Rapid changes in pressure can trigger the ﬂ ow limiting device. If the cylinder valve is turned to allow gas ﬂ ow while a burner valve is open, the surge of pressure will cause the device to activate. The device will remain closed until the pressure is equalized. This should occur within a 5-second time frame. If the ﬂ ame remains low, shut off the gas valves, wait ﬁ ve seconds and relight grill one burner at a time.

Temperature-Activated Shut-Off

The large plastic nut on the regulator assembly is designed in coordination with a check valve in the cylinder valve to shut off the ﬂ ow of gas when exposed to temperatures between 240-300ºF. In the event of a ﬁ re or hose break, one of the safeguards will function to control or stop the ﬂ ow of gas from the propane cylinder. Never attempt to use damaged equipment.

Gas Leak Checks

Never use a match or ﬂ ame for leak detection. Use soapy water or testing solution. Brush the solution onto connection points and look closely for bubbles indicating escaping gas. If leaks are detected, shut off the main gas supply valve and securely retighten connections, then repeat the leak test. On cabinet models, perform this operation before placing the tank into its storage compartment. After placing the tank in the compartment, recheck the tank to see if any

connections were disturbed.

 WARNING: Never use an open flame when testing for gas

leaks. Use of an open flame may result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.

Liquid Propane Tank Safety Tips

• Remember to handle your portable liquid propane tank carefully when you take it to your dealer for a reﬁ ll. Avoid dropping it or bumping it against sharp objects. Liquid propane tanks are sturdily constructed, but a series of hard jolts could damage the container.

• When transporting the tank to your local propane gas dealer, make sure the valve is closed tightly and the protective cover is in place. Prop the tank securely in an upright position so it can’t roll around your vehicle.

• If you plan to make stops for other shopping or errands, have your liquid propane tank ﬁ lled at the last stop before going home. Again, see that the reﬁ lled tank is secure in an upright position, and when you return home, remove the reﬁ lled tank from your vehicle. Never leave a portable liquid propane tank inside a vehicle which may become overheated by the sun.

• Your local liquid propane gas dealer will gladly offer you additional safety tips.

Store Liquid Propane Tank Safely

Whether you’re between cross-country treks in your recreational vehicle or looking for a place to keep the liquid propane tank that provides fuel for your outdoor grill, keep in mind some basic safety rules about storing portable liquid propane tanks. Don’t store the tanks - whether full or empty - inside your home, the living area of an R.V., a garage, basement or workshop. It isn’t likely that liquid propane will leak from the tanks, but if it should, the fuel could be exposed to sparks from automobiles, power tools or other appliances. When storing or transporting your LP tank, it must remain in an upright position. Never lie your LP tank down on its side whether it is full or empty. Never store a spare tank near your grill.

 CAUTION: Never transport or move your grill or grill tank without first closing the manual valve on your liquid propane gas tank.  CAUTION: 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.

To ensure that this does not cause difﬁ culty in lighting the grill, follow these instructions

1. Make sure all burner valves are OFF.

2. Open cylinder valve and wait 5 seconds.

3. Follow lighting instructions.

IMPORTANT

When connecting or replacing any gas pipe or ﬁ ttings, all joints must be sealed with leak-proof sealing compound approved for use with natural and propane gases. After making connections, check all joints for leaks using soapy water and a brush.

The best place to store a liquid propane tank is in a shady or protected spot outdoors, behind your home or garage, but where it is out of reach of children. Liquid propane won’t evaporate, because it’s in a strong, closed container. And it won’t lose any of its

clean-burning heat content, even if left outside year-round.

 WARNING: When not connected to your grill, any LP gas tank

must be stored in an upright position in a cool, shady, ventilated, outdoor location away from your grill or any other heat source. If this information is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may occur.

Filling a Propane Tank

It is extremely important that your LP tank be ﬁ lled properly when you take it to be reﬁ lled. Be sure to use a reputable LP dealer and ask him (and watch, if possible) how he ﬁ lls the tank and knows when to stop. An overﬁ lled LP tank can be dangerous. The proper way to ﬁ ll a tank is by weight. The empty tank should be placed on a scale and the scale weights readjusted to a weight which would allow up to 80% of the total weight of propane (LP) to be put into the tank. When this weight is reached, the ﬁ lling operation must be ended. If the tank is not completely empty, the scale readjustment

must be changed to consider the propane (LP) already in the tank.

 WARNING: An LP (propane) tank is overfilled if it contains

more than 80% by weight of its total capacity of propane (LP). An incorrectly filled or an overfilled LP (propane) tank can be dangerous. If this information is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may occur. If a tank is overfilled and the weather causes the warming of the LP tank, (a hot day, tank left in sun or stored indoors) internal pressure is created due to expansion of the propane which in turn causes the LP gas to be released through the pressure relief valve on the tank. The pressure relief valve is a safety device required on 20 lb. propane tanks by the Department of Transportation to prevent a catastrophic tank failure due to excessive pressure. LP gas released from the tank is flammable and can be explosive.

NORMAL OPERATION

 WARNING: Your Ducane® grill was not designed to operate

with the Rotisserie Burner and the Main Burner(s) on at the same time. Failure to follow this warning will lead to an overheating condition which would damage grill components and cause bodily harm.

 WARNING: Keep any electrical supply cord and the fuel

supply hose away from any heated surfaces.

Lighting Your Grill

 WARNING: Before each use of your grill it is important to

inspect the full length of the gas line hose. Your hose can be accessed through the cabinet doors on a 24” Three Burner Model, and through the cabinet drawer on the 32” Five Burner Model. If it is evident there is excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut, the hose must be replaced with a manufacturer recommended part prior to the appliance being put into operation.

Check your parts list or your authorized dealer for the proper replacement hose assembly. It will be necessary to open the doors to fully inspect the hose.

 DANGER: Make sure that the lid is in the full open postion

any time you attempt to light your grill. Failure to open the lid could lead to delayed ignition which may result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.

 WARNING: The burner control knobs must be in the OFF

position before turning on the liquid propane cylinder tank valve. If they are not in the OFF position, when you turn on the LP cylinder valve, the “excess gas flow control” feature will activate, limiting the gas flow of gas from the LP cylinder. If this should occur, turn off the LP cylinder valve and burner control knobs. Then start over.

 DANGER: When the “excess gas flow control” feature is

activated, a small amount of gas is still flowing to the burners. After turning OFF the cylinder valve, wait at least 5 minutes for the gas to clear before attempting to light the barbecue. Failure to do so may result in an explosive flameup, which can cause serious bodily injury or death.

IMPORTANT

If an external electrical source is used it must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes and/or the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1

Snap Ignition Operation

 Always open the lid before igniting the burners

Each control knob has its own igniter electrode built in. To create a spark you must push the control knob in (A) and turn to “START/High” (B).

This action will generate gas ﬂ ow and a spark to the burner lighting tube (C). You will hear a “snap” from the igniter. You will also see a 3˝ - 5˝ orange ﬂ ame coming from the burner lighting tube at the left side of the burner (D).

Continue to hold the burner control knob in for two seconds after the “snap”. This will allow gas to ﬂ ow completely down the burner tube (E) and insure ignition.

Check that the burner is lit by looking through the cooking grates. You should see a ﬂ ame. If burner does not light on ﬁ rst try, push control knob in and turn to OFF.

 WARNING: If the burner still does not light, turn the burner

control knob to “OFF” and wait 5 minutes to let the gas clear before you try again or try to light with a match.

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NORMAL OPERATION

Preheating Grill

It is extremely important that your grill be up to temperature before you begin using it. After lighting, close the lid and preheat the grill on “high” for 10 minutes. This preheating will ensure that the cooking grid is hot enough for proper grilling.

 WARNING: Never leave a grill unattended to guard against

possible grease fires getting out of control. Grease fires can be severe and cause grill damage, property damage and bodily harm.

Open or Close Lid for Grilling

Cooking with the lid open or closed is a matter of personal preference. Cooking with the lid closed is recommended if you enjoy cooking at maximum “searing” temperatures. This method will also speed the cooking process, and will give you a more robust, smoky, outdoor ﬂ avor. If you prefer cooking slower, with less ﬂ are up, we suggest the lid-open method. We recommend always cooking with your lid CLOSED if you are in a windy area or colder climate. Your Ducane® gas grill has been designed and constructed to give you maximum ﬂ exibility and cooking performance. Be creative, try different cooking methods on your grill to determine what suits your needs best…there is no “right” or

“wrong” way to cook…just different individual styles.

 WARNING: Please remember that this is an outdoor gas

cooking appliance. Many areas of the grill generate extreme heat. We have taken every precaution to protect you from the contact areas. However, it is impossible to isolate all

high-temperature areas. Therefore, use good judgment and a certain degree of caution when grilling on this product. We suggest a covered, protected hand during operation of grill. Do not move your grill when it is in operation or hot to the touch. Wait until your unit is turned off and properly cooled down before moving from place to place. Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury.

Post-heating Grill

In order to assist cleaning your cook grid and to completely vaporize remaining juices, post-heat grill for 10 minutes with the burners on “high” and the lid closed.

 CAUTION: Do not cover the cook grate during the post-heat-

ing period.

After the post-heating of your grill is completed turn the control knobs to the “OFF” position.

Propane Tank Shut-Off

After the burner box cools down, the propane tank valve should also be closed. If you do not want to wait for the burner box to cool down, use a covered hand to turn off the propane tank valve.

Main Burner Snap Ignition

Note: Each control knob snap igniter creates a spark from the igniter electrode to the burner lighting tube. You generate the energy for the spark by pushing in the control knob and turning to “START/HI”. This will ignite each individual burner.

Follow the simple steps listed below to light the Main Burner(s) of your grill:

1. Open the lid and make sure that all burners are in the “OFF” position.

2. Turn main gas supply on.

3. Push the control knob in and turn to “START/HI” until you hear the igniter snap -

continue to hold control knob in for two seconds. This action will spark the igniter, the burner lighting tube and then main burner.

4. Check that the burner is lit by looking through the cooking grates. You should see a

ﬂ ame. If burner does not light on ﬁ rst try, push control knob in and turn to OFF.

 WARNING: If ignition still does not occur, turn control knob

OFF and wait 5 minutes before manually lighting the burner with match. See Match Lighting instructions.

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MAIN BURNER

NORMAL OPERATION

Match Lighting Your Grill Main Burners

Follow the simple steps listed below to match light the Main Burner(s) of grill, in the event snap ignition fails:

 WARNING: (Make sure that 5 minutes have elapsed since last

attempt of lighting.) Make sure that the lid is in the full open position any time you attempt to light your grill. Failure to open the lid could lead to delayed ignition which may result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.

 WARNING: Do not lean over an open barbecue.

1. Open the lid and make sure that all burners are in the “OFF” position.

 DANGER: Failure to open the lid while igniting the main

burners, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the main burner(s) does not light, may result in an explosive flame-up which can cause bodily injury or death.

2. Turn main gas supply on.

3. Put match in the match holder and strike match.

4. Push in selected MAIN BURNER control knob and turn to “HIGH”.

5. Insert match holder and light match down through cooking grate to ignite the selected Main Burner.

 WARNING: If the burner does not light, turn the selected

burner control knob to OFF and wait 5 minutes to let the gas clear before trying again to light burner(s).

6. Verify selected Main Burner(s) has ignited by visual inspection of a ﬂ ame.

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NORMAL OPERATION

Side Burner Snap Ignition

Note: Each control knob snap igniter creates a spark from the igniter electrode to the burner lighting tube. You generate the energy for the spark by pushing in the control knob and turning to

“START/HI”. This will ignite each individual burner.

Follow the simple steps listed below to light the Side Burner (SB) of your grill:

 DANGER: Failure to open the lid while igniting the side

burner, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the side burner does not light, may result in a explosive flame-up which can cause bodily injury or death.

1. Open the lid and make sure that all burners are in the “OFF” position.

2. Turn main gas supply on.

3. Push the control knob in and turn to “START/HI” until you hear the igniter snap continue to hold control knob in for two seconds. This action will spark the igniter, the burner lighting tube and then side burner.

4. Check that the burner is lit by looking through the cooking grates. You should see

a ﬂ ame. If burner does not light on ﬁ rst try, push control knob in and turn to OFF. Repeat lighting procedure a second time.

5. Verify Side Burner has ignited by visual inspection of a ﬂ ame.

 WARNING: If ignition still does not occur, turn control knob

OFF and wait 5 minutes before manually lighting the burner with match. See Match Lighting instructions.

Match Lighting Your Grill Side Burner

Follow the simple steps listed below to match light the Side Burner of grill, in the event snap ignition fails:

1. Open the lid and make sure that all burners are in the “OFF” position.

 DANGER: Failure to open the lid while igniting the Side

Burner, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the Side Burner does not light, may result in an explosive flame-up which can cause bodily injury or death.

2. Turn main gas supply on.

3. Put match in the match holder and strike match.

 WARNING: Do not lean over an open barbecue.

4.Push in Side Burner control knob and turn to “high”.

5.Insert match holder and lit match through trivet to ignite the Side Burner.

 WARNING: If burner does not light, turn the Side Burner

control knob to OFF and wait 5 minutes to let the gas clear before trying again to light burner.

6.Verify Side Burner has ignited by visual inspection of a ﬂ ame.

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SIDE BURNER

NORMAL OPERATION

Rotisserie Burner Electronic Ignition

Follow the simple steps listed below to light the Rotisserie Burner of your grill:

 DANGER: Failure to open the lid while igniting the Rotisserie

Burner, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the Rotisserie Burner does not light, may result in a explosive flame-up which can cause bodily injury or death.

 CAUTION: The Rotisserie Burner flame may be difficult to see

on a bright sunny day.

1. Open the lid and make sure that all burners are in the “OFF” position.

2. Turn main gas supply on.

3. Remove warming rack. NOTE: Always remove the warming rack when using the rotisserie.

4. Push the ROTISSERIE BURNER control knob in and turn to “HIGH”.

5) Push in the electronic ignition button. Continue to hold the ROTISSERIE BURNER control knob in until 20 seconds after the burner has ignited. Then release the ROTISSERIE BURNER control knob.

6. If ignition does not occur within 5 seconds, turn control knob “OFF” and repeat ignition step numbers 3 and 4.

7. Verify Rotisserie Burner has ignited by visual inspection of a ﬂ ame. (The burner will glow red.)

 WARNING: If ignition still does not occur, turn control knob

OFF and wait 5 minutes before manually lighting the burner with match. See Match Lighting instructions.

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ROTISSERIE BURNER

Match Lighting Your Rotisserie Burner

Follow the simple steps listed below to match light the Rotisserie Burner of grill, in the event electronic ignition fails:

1. Open the lid and make sure that all burners are in the “OFF” position.

 DANGER: Failure to open the lid while igniting the Rotisserie

Burner, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the Rotisserie Burner does not light, may result in an explosive flame-up which can cause bodily injury or death.

2. Turn main gas supply on.

3. Remove warming rack. NOTE: Always remove the warming rack when using the rotisserie.

4. Put match in the match holder and strike match.

 WARNING: Do not lean over an open barbecue.

5. Push the ROTISSERIE BURNER control knob in and turn to “high”. Continue to hold the ROTISSERIE BURNER control knob in until 20 seconds after the burner has ignited. Then release the ROTISSERIE BURNER control knob.

6. Hold match holder and lit match to the middle of the Rotisserie Burner to ignite.

 WARNING: If burner does not light, turn the selected burner

control knob to OFF and wait 5 minutes to let the gas clear before trying again to light burner(s).

7. Verify Rotisserie Burner has ignited by visual inspection of a ﬂ ame. (The burner will glow red.)

 WARNING: Never leave a grill unattended. This will guard

against possible grease fires getting out of control. Grease fires can be severe and cause grill damage, property damage and bodily harm.

 WARNING: Please remember that this is an outdoor gas

cooking appliance. Many areas of the grill generate extreme heat. We have taken every precaution to protect you from the contact areas. However, it is impossible to isolate all high-temperature areas. Therefore, use good judgment and a certain degree of caution when grilling on this product. We suggest a covered, protected hand during operation of grill. Do not move your grill when it is in operation or hot to the touch. Wait until your unit is turned off and properly cooled down before moving from place to place. Failure to follow this warning could result in personal injury.

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Using the Rotisserie

WARNINGS:

Read all instructions before using your rotisserie.  This rotisserie is for outdoor use only.  Remove motor and store in a dry place when not in use.  Do not touch hot surfaces. Use barbecue mitts.  This rotisserie is not for use by children.  To protect against electrical hazards do not immerse cord,

plugs, or motor in water or other liquids.

 Unplug the motor from outlet when not in use or before

cleaning.

 Do not use rotisserie for other than intended use.  Make sure motor is OFF before placing it on the motor

bracket.

 Do not operate the rotisserie motor with a damaged cord or

plug.

 Do not operate the rotisserie motor if it should malfunction.  The rotisserie motor is equipped with a three prong (ground-

ing) power cord for your protection against shock hazard.

 The power cord should be plugged directly into a properly

grounded three prong receptacle. If use of an extension cord is required, be sure that it is a minimum 16 AWG, 3 wire well insulated cord, marked for outdoor use only and properly grounded.

 When using an extension cord, make sure it is not in contact

with a hot or sharp surface.

 Outdoor extension cords should be marked with the letters

“W-A” and a tag stating “Suitable for use with outdoor appliances”.

 Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from the rotis-

serie motor power cord.

 Do not let cord hang over any sharp edge or hot surface.  Do not expose to rain.  To reduce the risk of electric shock, keep extension cord

connection dry and off the ground.

 A short power cord is supplied to reduce the risk of tripping

over the cord. Extension cords may be used, but caution must be taken to prevent tripping over the cord.

In absence of local codes the rotisserie motor must be

grounded electrically in accordance with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

 WARNING: Setup the rotisserie with food before lighting

Rotisserie Burner.

Operating the Rotisserie

1. Remove rotisserie shaft from grill.

2. Loosen and remove right side bearing, the counterbalance and right side spit fork.

3. Push the rotisserie shaft through the center of the food.

4. Slide the right side spit fork back onto the shaft. Insert the tines of both spit forks into the food. The food should be centered on the shaft. Tighten spit fork thumb screws.

5. Place left side bearing (welded in place) groove into the left side spit rod mount cutout.

6. Place the right side bearing onto the spit rod and insert the pointed end of the spit rod into the rotisserie motor.

7. Line up both the groove on the right side bearing with the right side spit rod mount cut-out, and slide the motor over the motor mounting bracket ﬂ ange and push down. Note: The thumbscrew is only tightened when the rotisserie is not in use. Do not tighten the thumbscrew when using so that the spit rod can rotate freely.

8. The rotisserie shaft should rotate so that the heavy side of the meat or poultry rotates down to the bottom. Large cuts of meat may require the removal of the cook grates to allow full rotation of the spit rod. Note: Remount the food and/or use the counterbalance if necessary for better balance on the spit rod. The counterbalance can be mounted after Step 5 above.

9. Plug the motor in and turn it on.

10.Follow Lighting Instructions.

Cooking with the Rotisserie

• When using the rotisserie, the lid must be closed except when basting.

• Meats (except poultry and ground meat) should be brought to room temperature before cooking. (20 to 30 minutes should be adequate for most foods. If frozen defrost completely before cooking.)

• Tie meat or poultry with a string, if necessary, to make the shape as uniform as possible before putting it on the spit.

• Remove cooking grates and warming rack to allow food to turn freely.

• Follow Lighting Instructions for Rotisserie Burner under Lighting Your Grill section.

• Set Rotisserie Burner on “med-high” based on outside air temperatures.

• Place food within area of burner.

• If you wish to save drippings for gravy, place a drip pan directly under the food on top of the heat distribution plates.

• Food preparation steps are the same for rotisserie cooking as for regular cooking.

NOTE: When using the Rotisserie Burner, grill thermometer will not reﬂ ect the temperature inside the cooking box.

HELPFUL HINTS

Flare Ups

Any time you cook fatty foods over an open ﬂ ame, you can expect ﬂ are ups. Flare ups are caused by the ﬂ ash which occurs when the natural juices fall on the heat distribution plates. Controlled ﬂ are ups give foods their delicious outdoor ﬂ avor and appearance. Excessive ﬂ are ups may occur when your grill is not level or when cooking fatty foods such as spare ribs and chicken parts, especially if the cooking temperature is set too high. These ﬂ are ups should be controlled or your food will burn, although it will

not burn nearly as much as you might think even in the direct ﬂ ame.

 WARNING: Do not spray or pour any liquid into the cooking

box to control flare ups. Doing so will void your warranty and may damage the grill.

To help control ﬂ are ups, we suggest using leaner cuts of meats and trimming excess fat from the meats to be grilled. Also, your grill should be level. If ﬂ are ups do occur, use the “Low” control setting and relocate the meat on the cooking grid until the ﬂ are ups have subsided.

1. To prevent food from sticking to the grid, preheat the cooking surface with the hood down for 10 minutes. Place the meat product on the grid and allow it to remain there for at least half of the suggested grilling time.

2. It is unnecessary to keep ﬂ ipping meat products— allow them to sear and seal in

their juices, then halfway through the cooking period, with a spatula, ﬂ ip the meat product onto its other side. When grilling chicken, always place the meat side on the grill ﬁ rst.

3. A light coating of oil applied to any of the meat products prior to grilling will also help. The use of a commercial spray cooking product is also helpful. This spray should only be used prior to lighting your grill but never during the cooking period. Use of spray cooking product can leave a black stain on areas of your cook grate. This is not harmful and does not affect cooking; however, if this becomes an appearance problem, the best way to remove the discoloration is by placing the cook grate in a self-cleaning oven during the clean cycle.

When Using the Rotisserie

 WARNING: The rotisserie motor must be stored indoors

when not in use. Do not leave it mounted on the grill.

1. When using the rotisserie, the hood must be closed except when basting.

2. Important: Always light rotisserie burner with the hood in the full open position.

3. It is important to evenly balance the meat on the spit rod. This can be difﬁ cult especially with a turkey. Proper balancing will lead to more even cooking and prolong the life of the rotisserie motor.

4. Pliers may be used to tighten thumb screws on meat forks when larger cuts of meat are being rotissed.

5. Use twine to secure the meat on the spit rod, especially fowl or other cuts of meat that require tying.

Rotisserie Bracket (Motor Bracket Side)

When mounting the spit rod motor onto the motor bracket (right side burner box), the ears of the motor bracket must be fully inserted into the spit motor slots. Accomplish this by sliding the spit motor down to the stops of the spit motor bracket. The spit rod should not be making surface contact with the slot in the spit motor bracket. See Assembly Guide for more information.

Shelf/Shelves

Do not use shelf or shelves as a cutting board. Clean with soap and water.

Moving Portable Grills

When your grill is not in use and you wish to relocate it, we recommend you push the grill by the side shelf.

 CAUTION: If your grill is portable and you are using a gas

tank, make sure you turn the appliance control knobs first, and then the gas supply tank. On permanent installations, it is strongly recommended that the inline field installed cutoff valve also be turned off when the grill is not in use.

Storing Liquid Propane Gas Grills

After you have ﬁ nished cooking and have cleaned your grill (see Maintenance section for cleaning) turn your grill off! When the grill is to be stored indoors, the connection between the propane gas supply tank and the grill must be disconnected, and the tank removed from the grill and stored outdoors in a well-ventilated space. When the propane gas supply tank is not removed from the grill, the grill and the tank must be stored outdoors in a well

ventilated space.

Gauging Amount of Fuel in Liquid Propane Tank

To gauge the amount of propane fuel in your gas tank, (propane tank without gauge) the grill must be in operation. Place your hand at the top of the tank and slowly move it down the side until the tank feels cool to the touch of your hand. This will indicate

the approximate amount of propane gas in your tank.

Gas Valve Oriﬁ ce

 WARNING: Any alteration made to the orifice(s) such as drill-

ing it out, will void your warranty and may result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.

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