Kalamazoo Edo, Outdoor Gourmet Edo User Manual

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January 1, 2008 www.KalamazooGourmet.com

Edo Grill User Manual

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INFORMATION FOR THE NEW OWNER 2
GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 3
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

OPERATING AREA 4
SAFE HANDLING TIPS FOR LP GAS 5
REFILLING THE LP TANK 6
CONNECTING LP TANK / LEAK TESTING 7-8

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC CLEANING 9
SPIDER ALERT 10
MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING 11
STORAGE 12

THE EDO GAS MODEL 13-16
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

SET UP 13-16
COOKING SURFACE AND OPTIONS 16
CONTROL KNOBS / LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS 16-17
ADJUSTING THE AIRFLOW 18
TURN OFF INSTRUCTIONS 18

COOKING WITH YOUR KALAMAZOO OUTDOOR GOURMET GRILL 19
A NOTE FROM THE DESIGNER 20

KALAMAZOO OUTDOOR GOURMET LIMITED WARRANTY 21
PRODUCT REGISTRATION INFORMATION 22

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. Open lid.

4. If odor continues, immediately call
your gas supplier or fire department.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

1. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.

2. An LP cylinder not connected for use
shall not be store in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.

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INFORMATION FOR THE NEW OWNER

Thank you for choosing Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet™.
We recommend that you read this manual thoroughly before operation

and retain it for future reference. This will help you to enjoy the
maximum in outdoor grilling pleasure.

WARNING: Read manual thoroughly before attempting to operate your

Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet product.

WARNING: Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet products are designed for

outdoor use only.

When properly cared for, Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet products will give safe, reliable service for many years.
However, extreme care must be used since the grill produces intense heat and can increase accident potential.
When using this grill, basic safety practices must be followed. These general safety precautions are listed below.

1. Read the "Lighting Instructions" section of this manual before attempting
to light the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet™ grill.

2. Follow all leak check procedures in this manual carefully prior to operation
of the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet™ grill.

3. Read the installation, operation & maintenance instructions in this manual
thoroughly before installing or servicing the Kalamazoo Outdoor
Gourmet™ grill.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

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GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Do not try lighting this appliance without reading the “Lighting Instructions”
section of this manual.

• Do not store a spare or disconnected LP tank under or near this grill.

• You should inspect the burner venturi tubes for spider webs and other obstructions

periodically.

• Clean the tubes completely if you find any such obstructions.

• Do not operate the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill if there is a gas leak present. Do

not use a flame to check for gas leaks.

• Do not store cover or anything flammable on or in the storage area under the grill.

• Cover the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill with a cover when not in use. Only cover

the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill when unit is completely cool.

• If burners go out during operation, turn off all gas valves. Open shelves and check that
tank is not empty. Wait five minutes and reattempt to light using the lighting instructions.
If condition persists, contact gas supplier or Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, Customer
Service Department at [phone].

• Never lean over open grill or place hands or fingers on the surrounding edge of the
cooking box.

• Should a grease fire occur, turn off all burners, and the tank or natural gas line until fire
is out. Do not attempt to use water to extinguish flames.

• Do not alter valve orifices or burner ports or attempt to convert LP or natural gas fitting.

• The Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis.

• Do not attempt to disconnect any gas fitting while your grill is in operation.

• Use the regulator that is supplied with the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill for LP gas.

• Do not use a dented, rusted, or damaged LP tank. Have tank inspected by gas supplier

or dealer.

• Never operate or install your outdoor cooking gas appliance in a confined area,
including inside your home, in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats or any enclosed
area.

• A minimum of 24 inches to any combustible surface is required.

• Use protective hand covering in and around grill while grill is in use.

• Keep any electrical supply cord and fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces.

• Keep the ventilation opening(s) of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris.

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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

The Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill is not for use by children.
For propane use: you must adhere to all local codes that apply to portable gas grills, both in
the USA and abroad. If there are no local codes, you must conform to the latest edition of
the National Fuel Gas Code: ANSI Z 223.1, or CAN/CGA-B149.1, National Gas Installation
Code or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation Code. The regulator supplied with the
Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill must be used. This regulator is set for 11 inches of water
column (pressure).

If an external electrical source is utilized, the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill, when
installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of
local codes, with the National electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical
Code, CSA C22.1.

These instructions, while generally accepted, do not necessarily comply with the Canadian
Installation codes, particularly with piping above and below ground. In Canada, the
installation of this appliance must comply with local codes and/or Standard CA/CGA-B149.2
(Installation Code for Propane Burning Appliances and Equipment).

OPERATING AREA

WARNING: Only use your Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill outdoors in a

well-ventilated area.

• Do not use in a garage, building, breezeway or any other enclosed area.

• Never use your Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill under an unprotected combustible

roof, overhang, or any unprotected combustible construction.

• Your Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill is not intended to be installed in or on
recreational vehicles and/or boats.

• Do not use combustible materials within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of
the grill.

• Do not leave your Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill unattended while in use.

• Do not lean over cooking surface or place your hands on or near the cooking surface,

as the entire cooking box gets hot when in use.

• Keep any electrical supply cord and the fuel supply hose away from any heated
surfaces.

• Keep the cooking area clear of combustible materials and flammable vapors and
liquids, such as gasoline, alcohol, etc.

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SAFE HANDLING TIPS FOR LP GAS

• Liquid Propane (LP) gas is a petroleum product, as are gasoline and natural gas. LP
gas is a gas at regular temperatures and pressures. Under moderate pressure, inside a
cylinder, LP gas is a liquid. As the pressure is released, the liquid readily vaporizes and
becomes gas.

• You should be able to recognize the odor of LP gas, as it smells much like natural gas.

• Leaking LP gas may collect in low areas that prevent dispersion, as it is heavier than

air.

• Air must be removed from a new LP tank before the initial filling. Your LP dealer is
equipped to do this.

• LP tanks should not be dropped or handled roughly. The LP tank must be installed,
transported, and stored in an upright position.

• Never store or transport the LP tank where temperatures can reach 125 degrees F (too
hot to hold by the hand; for example: do not leave the LP tank in a car on a hot day).

• The Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill requires that the LP cylinder be 20-lb. Size (18 ¼
inches high, 12 ¼ inches in diameter).

• The LP cylinder used with the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill must be:

o Constructed and marked in accordance with the Specifications for LP-Gas

Cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) or the National
Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for
Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and Commission, as applicable;

o Provided with a listed overfilling prevention device.
o Provided with a cylinder connection device compatible with the connection for

outdoor cooking appliances.

o Provided with a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
o Arranged for vapor withdrawal.

• A refill will last about 20 hours of cooking time at normal use. The tank does not need to
be empty before it is refilled.

• Treat “empty” LP tanks with the same care as full tanks. Even when the LP tank is
empty of liquid there still may be gas pressure in the cylinder. Always close the tank
valve before disconnecting.

• Do not use a damaged LP tank. Dented or rusty LP tanks or LP tanks with a damaged
valve may be hazardous and should be replaced with a new one immediately.

• The joint where the hose connects to the LP tank must be leak tested each time the LP
tank is reconnected.

• The LP connections supplied with the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill have been
designed and tested to meet government, American Gas Association, and Underwriters
Laboratories requirements.

• Replacement LP tanks supplied by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet satisfy these
requirements.

• If you have questions about spare LP tanks, please call Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet’s
Customer Service Department at [phone].

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REFILLING THE LP TANK
Removal of the LP tank

1. Open the door on the back of the grill

2. Close tank valve (turn clockwise)

3. Unscrew counter clockwise brass fitting on
regulator

4. Lift tank out

5. Take LP tank to a “Gas Propane” dealer

ALWAYS CHECK FOR LEAKS
AFTER EVERY LP TANK CHANGE

IMPORTANT:

• Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or near this appliance.

• Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full.

• If the above information is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious

injury may occur.

WARNING: We recommend that a qualified attendant at an authorized LP gas

dealer fill your LP tank.

CAUTION: If you exchange your LP tank, make sure you get a similar tank in

return. Verify that the new tank has a similar valve connection.

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CONNECTING THE LP TANK / LEAK TESTING

WARNING: Make sure that the LP tank valve is closed by turning it clockwise.

DANGER: Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be sure there are no
sparks or open flames in the area while you check for leaks. This will result in a fire or
explosion, which can cause serious bodily injury or death and damage to property.

Bubble Test: You will need an LP tank, a soap and water solution and a rag or brush to
apply it. NOTE: Since some leak test solutions, including soap and water, may be slightly
corrosive, all connections should be rinsed with water after checking for leaks.

1. Set the tank into bottom shelf by placing LP tank foot ring into hole provided. This will
hold the tank adequately in place. See picture below.

2. Connect the hose to the cylinder. (Screw the regulator coupling onto the tank valve,
clockwise, or to the right. Hand tighten only). See diagram below.

3. Mix soap and water.

4. Open the tank valve. Make sure grill knobs are in the "OFF" position.

5. Check for leaks by wetting the fitting with the soap and water solution and watching
for bubbles. If bubbles form or if a bubble grows, there is a leak.

6. When leak checks are complete, turn gas supply OFF and rinse connections with
water. If leak does not stop, turn off the gas and contact us at 1-800-868-1699. Do
not use the grill.

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