Napoleon ROGUE 425 operation manual

This gas grill must be used only outdoors in a well-ventilated space and must not be used inside a
building, garage, screened-in porch, gazebo or any other enclosed area.							EN
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DANGER

IF YOU SMELL GAS:

•Shut off gas to the appliance.

•Extinguish any open flame.

•Open lid.

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

DO NOT DISCARD

ROGUE 425

WARNING

Do not try to light this appliance without reading the “LIGHTING” instructions section of this manual.

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. An L.P. cylinder not connected for use must not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance. If the information in these instructions is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result, causing property damage, personal injury or death.

Adults and especially children should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures.

Young children should be supervised near the gas grill.

Notice to Installer: Leave these instructions with the grill owner for future reference.

Napoleon Group of Companies
214 Bayview Dr., Barrie, Ontario, Canada L4N 4Y8
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]	Quality System Certified To
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Quality System Certified To

9001-2008

All NAPOLEON gas grills are manufactured under the strict Standard of the world recognized

ISO 9001-2008 Quality Assurance Certificate.

NAPOLEON products are designed with superior components and materials, and are assembled by trained craftsmen who take great pride in their work. The burner and valve assembly are leak tested and test-fired at a quality test station. This grill has been thoroughly inspected by a qualified technician before packaging and shipping to ensure that you, the customer, receive the quality product you expect from NAPOLEON.

Napoleon Gas Grill President’s Limited Lifetime Warranty

NAPOLEON warrants that components in your new NAPOLEON product will be free from defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase, for the following period:

Aluminum castings / stainless steel base	Lifetime
Stainless steel lid	Lifetime
Porcelain enamel lid	Lifetime
Stainless steel cooking grids	Lifetime
Stainless steel tube burners	10 years plus5
Stainless steel sear plates	5 years plus5
Porcelain-enameled cast iron cooking grids	5 years plus5
Stainless steel infrared rotisserie burner	5 years
Ceramic infrared rotisserie burner (excluding screen)	3 years
Ceramic infrared bottom or side burners (excluding screen)	2 years
All other parts	2 years

plus5 indicates a period of extended warranty coverage whereby the replacement part will be made available to the consumer for an additional 5 years at 50% of the current retail price.

Conditions and Limitations

NAPOLEON warrants its products against manufacturing defects to the original purchaser only, provided that the purchase was made through an authorized NAPOLEON dealer and is subject to the following conditions and limitations:

This factory warranty is non-transferable and may not be extended what-so-ever by any of our representatives. The gas grill must be installed by a licensed, authorized service technician or contractor. Installation must be done in accordance with the installation instructions included with the product and all local and national building and fire codes.

This limited warranty does not cover damages caused by misuse, lack of maintenance, grease fires, hostile environments, accident, alterations, abuse or neglect and parts installed from other manufacturers will nullify this warranty. Discoloration to plastic parts from chemical cleaners or UV exposure is not covered by this warranty. This limited warranty further does not cover any scratches, dents, painted finishes, corrosion or discoloring by heat, abrasive and chemical cleaners, nor chipping on porcelain enamel parts, nor any components used in the installation of the gas grill.

Should deterioration of parts occur to the degree of non-performance (rusted through or burnt through) within the duration of the warranted coverage, a replacement part will be provided.

After the first year, with respect to this President’s Limited Lifetime Warranty NAPOLEON may, at its discretion, fully discharge all obligations with respect to this warranty by refunding to the original warranted purchaser the wholesale price of any warranted but defective part(s).

NAPOLEON will not be responsible for the installation, labor or any other costs or expenses related to the reinstallation of a warranted part, and such expenses are not covered by this warranty.

Notwithstanding any provision contained in this President’s Limited Lifetime Warranty NAPOLEON’s responsibility under this warranty is defined as above and it shall not in any event extend to any incidental, consequential, or indirect damages.

This warranty defines the obligation and liability of NAPOLEON with respect to the NAPOLEON gas grill and any other warranties expressed or implied with respect to this product, its components or accessories are excluded. NAPOLEON neither assumes, nor authorizes any third party to assume, on its behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the sale of this product.

NAPOLEON will not be responsible for: over firing, blow outs caused by environmental conditions such as strong winds, or inadequate ventilation,

Any damages to the gas grill due to weather damage, hail, rough handling, damaging chemicals or cleaners will not be the responsibility of NAPOLEON.

The bill of sale or copy will be required together with a serial number and a model number when making any warranty claims from NAPOLEON.

NAPOLEON reserves the right to have its representative inspect any product or part prior to honoring any warranty claim.

NAPOLEON shall not be liable for any transportation charges, labor costs, or export duties.

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WARNING! Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, personal injury or death. Read and follow all warnings and instructions in this manual prior to operating grill.

Safe Operating Practices

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• This gas grill must be assembled exactly according to the instructions in the manual. If the grill was store assembled, you must review the assembly instructions to confirm correct assembly and perform the required leak tests before operating the grill.

• Read the entire instruction manual before operating the gas grill.

• Under no circumstance should this gas grill be modified.

• Follow lighting instructions carefully when operating grill.

• Gas must be turned off at the propane cylinder when the gas grill is not in use.

• Keep children and pets away from hot grill, DO NOT allow children to climb inside cabinet.

• Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.

• This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.

• Do not leave the grill unattended while in use.

• Do not move grill when hot or operating.

• This grill is for household use only.

• This gas grill must not be installed in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.

• This gas grill must only be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area and must not be used inside a building, garage, screened -in porch or any other enclosed area.

• Maintain proper clearance to combustibles 18” (460mm) to rear of unit 7” (180mm) to sides. Additional clearance is recommended near vinyl siding or panes of glass.

• At all times keep the ventilation openings of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris.

• Do not operate unit under any combustible construction.

• Do not locate in windy settings. High winds adversely affect the cooking performance of the gas grill.

• When the gas grill is stored indoors, the propane cylinder must be disconnected from the grill and stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area, disconnected cylinders must not be stored in a building, garage or other enclosed area.

• Inspect the gas line hose before each use. If there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, it must be replaced before using the gas grill, with a replacement hose assembly specified by the grill manufacturer.

• Never store a spare LP gas cylinder under or near this grill.

• Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 % full.

• When changing out the gas cylinder, ensure there are no nearby sources of ignition. Do not smoke.

• Leak test all connections before initial use, even if the grill was purchased fully assembled, annually or whenever any gas component has been replaced.

• Never use natural gas in a unit designed for liquid propane gas.

• Never use lighter fluid in a gas grill.

• Use charcoal briquettes only with a Napoleon charcoal tray designed for this unit.

• Burner controls must be off when turning supply cylinder on.

• Do not light burners with lid closed.

• Do not operate rear burner with main burners operating.

• The lid is to be closed during the preheat period.

• Do not route hose underneath drip pan-proper hose clearance to bottom of unit must be maintained.

• Clean grease tray and sear plates regularly to avoid build-up, which may lead to grease fires.

• Remove warming rack before lighting rear burner. The extreme heat will damage the warming rack.

• Ensure sear plates are positioned properly according to sear plate installation instructions.

• Do not use condiment tray to store lighters, matches or any other combustibles.

• Keep gas line away from heated surfaces.

• Keep any electrical supply cord away from water or heated surfaces.

• Inspect infrared burner venturi tube for spider webs and other obstructions periodically. Clean the tubes completely if you find any such obstructions.

• The outdoor cooking gas grill and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 0.5psi (3.5kPa).

• The outdoor cooking gas grill must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test

pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).

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DIMENSIONS

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R425 GRILL

GRILL SIZE: 425 SQ.IN (2742 sq.cm)

WARMING RACK SIZE: 109 SQ.IN (277 sq.cm)

ALL DIMENSIONS ARE APPROXIMATE

51” (130 cm)

35” (89 cm) SHELVES DOWN

25” (64 cm)

48” (122 cm) 73” (186 cm)

LID OPEN

36” (92 cm) GRILL HEIGHT

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Correct Disposal Of This Product

This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other household wastes throughout

the EU. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, EN recycle it responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the product was purchased.

They can take this product for environmental safe recycling.

Gas Cylinder

Use only gas cylinders, which meet national and regional codes. For optimal performance the grill should be operated on propane. The minimum cylinder size for butane units is 13kg, and for propane units is 6kg. Ensure that the cylinder can provide enough fuel to operate the appliance. If in doubt, check with your local gas supplier.

•Use caution when handling the cylinder valve.

•Never connect a cylinder, which does not meet local codes.

•All cylinders larger than 310mm in diameter or 580mm in height must be placed outside the enclosure on level ground. Cylinders with a diameter of 310mm or less and a height of 580mm or less may be placed inside the enclosure on the right side of the bottom shelf.

•Only cylinders connected to the appliance may be stored in the enclosure, or close to the appliance.

Spare cylinders must not be stored in the enclosure, or in close proximity of an operating unit. Cylinders must not be exposed to extreme heat or direct sunlight.

WARNING! Ensure that the hose is routed to maintain proper clearance to the underside of the unit. Hoses that contact high temperature surfaces may melt and leak, causing a fire.

Cylinder Connection: Ensure that the gas regulator hose is kink free. Remove the cap or plug from the cylinder fuel valve. Tighten regulator to cylinder valve. Leak test all joints prior to using the barbecue. A leak test must be performed annually, and each time a cylinder is hooked up, or if a part of the gas system is replaced.

Example Cylinder

Diameter

Height

Gas Hose

•If the hose and regulator are not included by the manufacturer, then only hoses and regulators which meet national and regional codes are to be used.

•Ensure that the hose does not come into contact with grease, other hot drippings, or any hot surfaces on the appliance.

•Check hose regularly. In the case of rips, melting or wear, replace hose before using the appliance.

•The recommended hose length is 0.9m. The hose must not be longer than 1.5m.

•Ensure that the hose is twist and kink free when installed.

•Replace the hose before expiry date printed on the hose.

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WARNING!

•Do not route hose underneath drip pan.

•Do not route hose between space in bottom shelf and back panel.

•Do not route hose over top of back panel.

•Ensure all connections are tightened using two wrenches. Do not use Teflon tape or pipe dope on any hose connection.

•Ensure the hose does not contact any high temperature surfaces, or it may melt and leak causing a fire.

•Do not use enclosure to store excess hose, as there is a greater chance of the hose contacting a hot surface, it may melt and leak causing a fire.

Technical Data

The following table lists input values for the appliance.

Burner		Orifice Size		(Gross) Heat	Gas Usage
				Input (Total	(Total)
	I	II	III	I / II / III	I / II / III
Main	#61	#64	#65	12.45 kW	906 g/hr
Side (Infra Red)	0.86mm	#66	#69	3.0 kW	218 g/hr
Side (Flame)	0.86mm	#66	#69	3.0 kW	218 g/hr

Certified Gases / Pressures - Check rating plate to ensure that it corresponds with the following list.

Gas Category	I	3B/P(30)	I	3+(28-30/37)	I	3B/P(37)	I	3B/P(50)
Orifice Sizes(see above)	I		I		II		III
Gases / Pressures	Butane and Propane at		Butane 28-30mbar Pro-		Butane and		Butane and Pro-
	30mbar		pane 37mbar		Propane at		pane at 50mbar
					37mbar
Countries	BE, BG, CY, DK, EE, FI, FR, GB,		BE, CH, CY, CZ, ES, FR, GB,		PL		AT, CH, DE, SK
	HR, HU, IS, IT, LT, LU, MT, NL,		GR, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, PT,
	NO, RO, SE, SI, SK, TR		SK, SI

Do not tamper with or modify regulator. Use only regulators which supply the pressure listed in the table above. For replacement, use only the regulator specified by the manufacturer.

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			Leak Testing Instructions	7
			WARNING! A leak test must be performed annually and each time a cylinder is hooked up or if a			EN
			part of the gas system is replaced.
			WARNING! Never use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be certain no sparks or open flames
			are in the area while you check for leaks. Sparks or open flames will result in a fire or explosion,
			damage to property, serious bodily injury, or death.
			Leak testing: This must be done before initial use, annually, and whenever any gas components are
			replaced or serviced. Do not smoke while performing this test, and remove all sources of ignition. See Leak
			Testing Diagram for areas to check. Turn all burner controls to the off position. Turn gas supply valve on.
			Brush a half-and-half solution of liquid soap and water onto all joints and connections of the regulator,
			hose, manifolds and valves.
			Bubbles will indicate a gas leak. Either tighten the loose joint or have the part replaced with one
STOP			recommended by the Napoleon Customer Solutions department and have the grill inspected by a certified
			gas installer.
			If the leak cannot be stopped, immediately shut off the gas supply, disconnect it, and have the grill
			inspected by a certified gas installer or dealer. Do not use the grill until the leak has been corrected.

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Lighting Instructions

Side

Burner

Igniter

Left

Centre

Right

Burner

Burner

Burner

WARNING! Open lid.	Off Position

WARNING! Ensure all burner controls are in the off position. Slowly turn on the

gas supply valve.

Main Burner Lighting	Side Burner Lighting
	(if equipped)
1. Open grill lid	1. Open burner cover.
2. Push and turn any main burner knob slowly to	2. Turn side burner control to high position.
the high position. If the pilot lights, continue to
push down on the control knob until the burner
lights and then release.
3. If the pilot does not ignite, then immediately	3. Press and hold igniter button until burner lights, or
turn the control knob back to the ‘off position	light by match.
and repeat step 2 several times.
4. If the pilot and burner will not ignite within	4.Ifignition isnotimmediate,turnburnercontroloff.
5 seconds, turn the control knob to the ‘off’	Wait 5 minutes. Repeat.
position and wait 5 minutes for any excess gas
to dissipate. Either repeat steps 2 and 3 or light
with a match.
5. If lighting the unit with a match, clip the
match into the supplied lighting rod. Hold the
lit match down through the grill and sear plate
while turning the corresponding burner valve to
high.

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Cooking Instructions	9
Initial Lighting: When lit for the first time, the gas grill emits a slight odor. This is a normal temporary			EN
condition caused by the “burn-in” of internal paints and lubricants used in the manufacturing process and
does not occur again. Simply run the main burners on high for approximately one-half hour.
Main Burner Use: When searing foods, we recommend preheating the grill by operating all main burners
in the high position with the lid closed for approximately 10 minutes. Food cooked for short periods of
time (fish, vegetables) can be grilled with the lid open. Cooking with the lid closed will ensure higher, more
even temperatures that can reduce cooking time and cook meat more evenly. Food that has a cooking
time longer than 30 minutes, such as roasts, can be cooked indirectly (with the burner lit opposite to the
food placement). When cooking very lean meats, such as chicken breasts or lean pork, the grids can be
oiled before pre-heating to reduce sticking. Cooking meat with a high degree of fat content can create
flare-ups. Either trim the fat or reduce temperatures to inhibit this. Should a flare-up occur, move food
away from the flames and reduce the heat. Leave the lid open. See Your All Season Grill cookbook by
Napoleon for more detailed instructions.
Infrared Main Burner Use (If Equipped): Follow the Infrared Burner Ignition procedures and operate on
high for 5 minutes with the lid closed or until the ceramic burners glow red. Place food on the grill(s) and
cook according to times listed in the Infrared Grilling Chart. Depending upon your taste, continue cooking
over infrared burners on high, medium, or low, turning food frequently, or place food over unlit burners,
close lid, and allow the oven temperature to slowly finish cooking your food.
CAUTION! Due to the intense heat the infrared burners provide, food left unattended over
burners will burn quickly. Keep the lid open when cooking with the infrared burners set to high.
The intense heat ensures adequate searing temperatures even with the lid open. This also allows
observation of the food to prevent burning.
Direct Cooking: Place food to be cooked on the grill directly over the heat. This method is generally used
for searing or for foods that do not require prolonged cooking times such as hamburgers, steaks, chicken
pieces, or vegetables. The food is first seared to trap-in the juices and flavor, and then the temperature is
lowered to finish cooking the food to your preference.
Indirect Cooking: With one or more burners operating, place food to be cooked on the grill over a burner
that is not operating. The heat circulates around the food, cooking slowly and evenly. Cooking with this
method is much the same as cooking in your oven and is generally used for larger cuts of meats such
as roasts, chickens or turkeys, but can also be used for cooking foods that are prone to flare-ups or for
smoking foods. Lower temperatures and slower cooking times result in tender foods.
Flame Side Burner Use (if equipped): The side burner can be used like any stove top burner, for gravies,
soups etc. For best performance, the gas grill should be located with the side burner protected from the
wind. The recommended pan diameter is 10” (25 cm).
WARNING! Never grill food directly on the side burner grate. It is designed for use with pots and
pans only.
WARNING! Do not close the side burner lid while it is operating or hot.
WARNING! Do not use side burner to deep fry foods as cooking with oil can create a dangerous
situation.
Infrared Side Burner Use: The gas grill should be located so that the side burner is protected from the wind,
because the wind will adversely affect its performance. The recommended pan diameter is 10” (25 cm).
WARNING! Do not close the side burner lid while it is operating or hot.
WARNING! Do not adjust cooking grid while hot or operating.
WARNING! Do not use side burner to deep fry foods as cooking with oil can create a dangerous
situation.

1.Follow the infrared side burner lighting instructions and operate on high for 5 minutes with the lid opened or until the ceramic burners glow red.

2.Place food on grills and cook according to times listed in the Infrared Grilling Chart.

3.Depending upon your taste, continue cooking over infrared burners on high, medium or low, turning food frequently, or place food on the main burner area of the grill, close lid, and allow oven temperature to slowly finish cooking your food.

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CAUTION! Due to the intense heat the infrared burners provide, food left unattended over burners will burn quickly. Keep the lid open when cooking with the infrared burners.

Protection Of Your Infra Red Burners: The infrared burners of your grill are designed to provide a long service life. However, there are steps you must take to prevent cracking of their ceramic surfaces, which will cause the burners to malfunction.

•Never let water come in direct contact with your ceramic burner.

•Do not allow hard objects to impact the infra red burner.

•Do not allow cold water (rain, sprinkler, hose, etc.) to come in contact with hot ceramic burners. A large temperature differential can cause cracking of the ceramic tile.

•Keep the lid closed when the side burner is not in use.

•After cooking operate the burner on high for 5 minutes, to burn off any drippings and debris.

Damage caused by failure to follow these steps is not covered by your grill warranty.

Infrared Heat

Most people don’t realize that the heat source we are most familiar with, our sun, warms the earth using mainly infrared energy. This is a form of electro-magnetic energy with a wavelength just greater than the red end of the visible light spectrum but less than a radio wave. This energy was discovered in 1800 by Sir

William Herschel who dispersed sunlight into its component colors using a prism. He showed that most of the heat in the beam fell into the spectral region just beyond the red end of the spectrum, where no visible light existed. Most materials readily absorb infrared energy in a wide range of wavelengths, causing an increase in its temperature. The same phenomenon causes us to feel warmth when we are exposed to sunlight. The infrared rays from the sun travel through the vacuum of space, through the atmosphere, and penetrate our skin. This causes increased molecular activity in the skin, which creates internal friction and generates heat, allowing us to feel warmth.

Foods cooked over infrared heat sources are heated by the same principle. Charcoal grilling is our most familiar choice for infrared cooking. The glowing briquettes emit infrared energy to the food being cooked with very little drying effect. Any juices or oils that escape from the food drip onto the charcoal and vaporize into smoke giving the food its delicious grilled taste. The Napoleon infrared burner cooks in the same way. In each burner, 10,000 ports – each with its own tiny flame – cause the surface of the ceramic tile to glow red. This glow emits the same type of infrared heat to the food as charcoal, without its hassle or mess. Infrared burners also provide a more consistently heated area that is far easier to regulate than a charcoal fire. For instant searing, the burners can be set to high, yet they can also be turned down for

slower cooking. We all know how difficult that is on a charcoal fire. Traditional gas burners heat the food in a different way. The air surrounding the burner is heated by the combustion process and then rises to the food being cooked. This generates lower grill temperatures that are ideal for more delicate cuisine such

as seafood or vegetables, whereas Napoleon’s infrared burners produce searing heat for juicier, tastier steaks, hamburgers and other meats. For cooking times and tips refer to the Infrared Grilling Chart.

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Infrared Grilling Chart				11
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Food	Control Setting		Cooking Time	Helpful Suggestions
Steak	High setting 2 min. each side.		4 min. – Rare	When selecting meat for
1 in. (2.54cm)				grilling, ask for marbled fat
thick	High setting 2 min. each side		6 min. – Medium	distribution. The fat acts as
	then medium setting.			a natural tenderizer while
				cooking and keeps it moist
	High setting 2 min. each side		8 min. – Well done	and juicy.
	then medium setting.
Hamburger	High setting 2 min. each side.		4 min. – Rare	Preparing hamburgers to
1/2 in.				order is made easier by
(1.27cm)	High setting 2 1/2 min. each		5 min. – Medium	varying the thickness of
thick	side.			your patties. To add an
			6 min. – Well done	exotic taste to your meat,
	High setting 3 min. each side.			try adding hickory-flavored
				woodchips to Napoleon’s
				woodchip smoker.
Chicken	High setting 2 min. each side.		20-25 min.	The joint connecting the
pieces	then medium-low to low			thigh and the leg from
	setting.			the skinless side should
				be sliced 3/4 of the way
				though for the meat to
				lay flatter on the grill.
				This helps it to cook
				faster and more evenly.
				To add a trademark
				taste to your cooking,
				try adding mesquite-
				flavoured woodchips to
				your Napoleon woodchip
				smoker, optional
				accessory.
Pork chops	Medium		6 min. per side	Trim off the excess fat
				before grilling. Choose
				thicker chops for more
				tender results.
Spare ribs	High setting for 5 minutes		20 min. per side	Choose ribs that are lean
	low to finish		turn often	and meaty. Grill until meat
				easily pulls away from the
				bone.
Lamb chops	High setting for 5 minutes		15 min. per side	Trim off the excess fat
	medium to finish			before grilling. Choose
				extra thick chops for more
				tender results.
Hot dogs	Medium - Low		4-6 min.	Select the larger size
				wieners. Slit the skin
				lengthwise before grilling.

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Cleaning Instructions

WARNING! Always wear protective gloves and safety glasses when servicing your grill.

WARNING! To avoid the possibility of burns, maintenance should be done only when the grill is cool. Avoid unprotected contact with hot surfaces. Ensure all burners are turned off. Clean grill in an area where cleaning solutions will not harm decks, lawns, or patios. Do not use oven cleaner to clean any part of this gas grill. Do not use a self-cleaning oven to clean cooking grids or any other parts of the gas grill. Barbecue sauce and salt can be corrosive and will cause rapid deterioration of the gas grill components unless cleaned regularly.

Note: Stainless steel tends to oxidize or stain in the presence of chlorides and sulfides, particularly in coastal areas and other harsh environments, such as the warm, highly humid atmosphere around pools and hot tubs. These stains could be perceived as rust, but can be easily removed or prevented. To provide stain prevention and removal, wash all stainless steel and chrome surfaces every 3-4 weeks or as often as required with fresh water and/or stainless steel cleaner.

Grids And Warming Rack: The grids and warming rack are best cleaned with a brass wire brush during the pre-heating period. Steel wool can be used for stubborn stains. It is normal that stainless grids (if equipped) will discolor permanently from regular usage due to the high temperature of the cooking surface.

Cast Iron Cooking Grids: The cast iron cooking grids supplied with your new grill offer superior heat retention and distribution. By regularly seasoning your grids you are adding a protective coating, which will aid in resisting corrosion and increase your grids non-stick capabilities.

First Time Use: Wash the cooking grids by hand with mild dish soap and water to remove any residue from the manufacturing process (never wash in a dish washer). Rinse thoroughly with hot water and dry completely with a soft cloth. This is important to avoid moisture from entering the cast iron.

Seasoning: Using a soft cloth, spread VEGETABLE SHORTENING over the entire grid surface ensuring all grooves and corners are covered. Do not use salted fats such as butter or margarine. Pre-heat your grill for 15 minutes, then place the seasoned cooking grids in the grill. Turn the burner control knobs to

medium with the lid closed. Allow the cooking grids to heat for approximately one-half hour. Turn all the burners to the “OFF” position and turn the gas off at the source. Let the cooking grids stand until cool. This procedure should be repeated several times throughout the season, although it is not required for daily use (follow daily usage procedure below).

Daily Usage: Before pre-heating, and cleaning with a brass wire grill brush, coat the entire top surface of the cooking grids with VEGETABLE SHORTENING. Pre-heat the grill and then brush away any unwanted residue with a brass wire brush.

Stainless Steel Cooking Grids: (upgrade kit available - see replacement parts list). Stainless steel cooking grids are durable and corrosion resistant. They require less seasoning and maintenance than cast iron cooking grids. It is recommended that you follow the daily usage procedure listed above although you may find pre-heating and cleaning your grids with a wire brush is sufficient for your grilling needs.

Control Panel: The control panel text is printed directly on the stainless steel and with proper maintenance will remain dark and legible. To clean the panel, use only warm soapy water or stainless steel cleaner available from your Napoleon dealer. Never apply abrasive cleaners on any stainless surfaces, especially the printed portion of the control panel or the printing will gradually rub off.

Infrared Burners: Because of the high intensity of the infrared burner, most drippings and food particles that fall onto the burner surface are immediately incinerated. However, some debris and residue may remain. To remove this residue after cooking, operate the grill on high for 5-10 minutes. Do not clean the ceramic tile with a wire brush.

Cleaning Inside The Gas Grill: Remove the cooking grids. Use a brass wire brush to clean loose debris from the casting sides and underneath the lid. Scrape the sear plates with a putty knife or scraper, and use a wire brush to remove the ash. Remove the sear plates and brush debris from the burners with the brass wire brush. Sweep all debris from inside the gas grill into the drip pan.

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WARNING! Accumulated grease is a fire hazard.
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Drip Pan: Clean the drip pan frequently (every 4 – 5 uses or as often as required) to avoid grease buildup.
Grease and excess drippings pass through to the drip pan, located beneath the gas grill and accumulate
in the disposable grease tray below the drip pan. To access the disposable grease tray or to clean the
drip pan, slide the drip pan free of the grill. Never line the drip pan with aluminum foil, sand or any other
material as this could prevent the grease from flowing properly. The pan should be scraped out with a
putty knife or scraper. Replace the disposable grease tray every 2 – 4 weeks, depending on gas grill usage.
For supplies, see your Napoleon Grill dealer.
Cleaning The Outer Grill Surface: Do not use abrasive cleaners or steel wool on any painted, porcelain or
stainless steel parts of your Napoleon Grill. Doing so will scratch the finish. Exterior grill surfaces should be
cleaned with warm soapy water while the metal is still warm to the touch. To clean stainless surfaces, use
a stainless steel or a non-abrasive cleaner. Always wipe in the direction of the grain. Over time, stainless
steel parts discolor when heated, usually to a golden or brown hue. This discoloration is normal and does
not affect the performance of the grill. Porcelain enamel components must be handled with additional
care. The baked-on enamel finish is glass-like, and will chip if struck. Touch-up enamel is available from
your Napoleon Grill dealer.

Maintenance Instructions

We recommend this gas grill be thoroughly inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service person.

At all times keep the gas grill area free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. Do not obstruct the flow of ventilation and combustion air. Keep the cylinder enclosure ventilation openings (located on the cart sides and at the front and back of the bottom shelf) free and clear from debris.

WARNING! Always wear protective gloves and safety glasses when cleaning your grill.

WARNING! Turn off the gas at the source and disconnect the unit before servicing. To avoid the possibility of burns, maintenance should be done only when the grill is cool. A leak test must be performed annually and whenever any component of the gas train is replaced or gas smell is present.

Burner: The burner is made from heavy wall 304 stainless steel, but extreme heat and a corrosive environment can cause surface corrosion to occur. This can be removed with a brass wire brush.

CAUTION! Beware of Spiders.

Spiders and insects are attracted to the smell of propane and natural gas. The burner is equipped with an insect screen on the air shutter, which reduces the likelihood of insects building nests inside the burner but does not entirely eliminate the problem. A nest or web can cause the burner to burn with a soft yellow or orange flame or cause a fire (flashback) at the air shutter underneath the control panel. To clean the inside of the burner, it must be removed from the gas grill: Remove the screw (s) that attaches the burner to the back wall. Slide the burner back and up wards to remove. Cleaning: Use a flexible venturi tube brush to clean the inside of the burner. Shake any loose debris from the burner through the gas inlet.

Check the burner ports and valve orifices for blockages. Burner ports can close over time due to cooking debris and corrosion, use an opened paperclip or the supplied port maintenance bit to clean them. Drill out blocked ports using this drill bit in a small cordless drill. The ports are easier to clean if the burner is removed from the grill, but it can also be done with the burner installed. Do not flex the drill bit when drilling the ports, as this will cause the drill bit to break. This drill is for burner ports only, not for the brass orifices (jets) which regulate the flow into the burner. Take care not to enlarge the holes. Ensure the insect screen is clean, tight, and free of any lint or other debris.

Reinstallation: Reverse the procedure to reinstall the burner. Check that the valve enters the burner when installing. Replace sear plate mount and / or tighten screws to complete reinstallation.

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	WARNING! When reinstalling the burner after cleaning it is very
EN	important that the valve/orifice enters the burner tube before lighting your
	gas grill. If the valve is not inside the burner tube a fire or explosion could
	occur.

Protection Of Infrared Burners: The infrared burners of your grill are designed to provide a long service life, though care must taken to prevent cracking of their ceramic surfaces. Fractures will cause the burners to malfunction. The following provides a few of the causes of cracks and the steps you can take to avoid them. Damage caused by failure to follow these steps is not covered by your grill warranty.

1.Impact with hard objects - Never allow hard objects to strike the ceramic. Take care when inserting or removing cooking grates and accessories into or from the grill.

2.Contact with water or other liquids - Cold liquids contacting the hot ceramic surfaces can cause them to break. Never throw water into the grill to douse a flame. If the ceramic or interior of a burner becomes wet while not in use, later operation of the burner can create steam, which can produce sufficient pressure to crack the ceramic. Repeated soaking of the ceramic can also cause it to swell and expand. This expansion causes undue pressure on the ceramic that can cause it to crack and crumble.

i)Never throw water into the grill to control flare-ups.

ii)Do not attempt to operate the infrared burners in open air while raining.

iii)If you find standing water in your grill (because of exposure to rainfall, sprinklers, etc.), inspect the ceramic for evidence of possible watersoaking. If the ceramic appears to be wet, remove the burner from the grill. Turn it upside down to drain the excess water and bring indoors to dry thoroughly.

3.Impaired ventilation of hot air from the grill - For the burners to function properly, hot air must have a way to escape the grill. If the hot air is not allowed to escape, the burners can become deprived of oxygen causing them to back-flash. If this occurs repeatedly, the ceramic could crack. Never cover more than 75% of the cooking surface with solid metal (i.e., griddle or large pan).

4.Incorrect cleaning - Do not clean the ceramic tile with a wire brush. If debris is collecting on your burner, light the burner and operate on high for 5 minutes with the lid open, allowing debris to burn off.

WARNING! Hose: Check for abrasions, melting, cuts, and cracks in the hose. If any of these conditions exist, do not use the gas grill. Have the part replaced by your Napoleon Grill dealer or qualified gas installer.

Aluminum Castings: Clean castings periodically with warm soapy water. Aluminum will not rust, but high temperatures and weathering can cause oxidation to occur on aluminum surfaces. This appears as white spots on the castings. To refinish these areas, clean first and sand lightly with fine sandpaper. Wipe the surface to remove any residue and paint with high temperature barbecue paint. Protect surrounding areas from over-spray. Follow the manufacture’s directions for curing.

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Problem	Possible Causes	Solution
Low heat / Low flame	For propane - improper	Ensure lighting procedure is followed
when valve turned to	lighting procedure.	carefully. All gas grill valves must
high.		be in the off position when the tank
		valve is turned on. Turn tank on
		slowly to allow pressure to equalize.
		See lighting instructions.
	Improper preheating.	Preheat grill with both main burners
		on high for 10 to 15 minutes.
Excessive flare-ups/	Sear plates installed	See assembly instructions.
uneven heat.	incorrectly.
	Improper preheating.	Preheat grill with main burners on
		high for 10 to 15 minutes.
	Excessive grease and ash	Clean sear plates and drip pan
	build on sear plates and in	regularly. Do not line pan with
	drip pan.	aluminum foil. Refer to cleaning
		instructions.
Burners burn with	Possible spider web or other	Thoroughly clean burner by
yellow flame,	debris in burner.	removing. See general maintenance
accompanied by the		instructions.
smell of gas.
Rear and Side burners	Dead battery / or installed	Replace with heavy duty premium
will not light with the	incorrectly.	battery.
igniter, but will light
with a match.	Loose electrode wire or	Check that electrode wire is firmly
	switch terminal wires.	pushed onto the terminal on the
		back of the igniter. Check that the
		lead wires from the module to the
		ignition switch (if equipped) are
		firmly pushed onto their respective
		terminals.
Main burner will not	Jet-fire outlet is dirty or	Clean jet-fire outlet with a soft bristle
light with the igniter,	clogged.	brush.
but will light with a
match.
Humming regulator.	Normal occurrence on hot	This is not a defect. It is caused by
	days.	internal vibrations in the regulator
		and does not affect the performance
		or safety of the gas grill. Humming
		regulators will not be replaced.
Burners will not cross	Dirty or corroded cross light	Clean or replace as required.
light each other.	brackets.

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Problem	Possible Causes	Solution
“Paint” appears to be	Grease build-up on inside	This is not a defect. The finish on
peeling inside lid or	surfaces.	the lid and hood is porcelain, and
hood.		will not peel. The peeling is caused
		by hardened grease, which dries
		into paint-like shards, that flake off.
		Regular cleaning will prevent this.
		See cleaning instructions.
Burner output on “high”	Lack of gas.	Check gas level in propane cylinder.
setting is too low.
(Rumbling noise and	Supply hose is pinched.	Reposition supply hose as necessary.
fluttering blue flame at
burner surface.)	Dirty or clogged orifice.	Clean burner orifice.
	Spider webs or other matter	Clean out venturi tube.
	in venturi tube.
Infrared burner (if	Ceramic tiles overloaded with	Turn burner off and allow to cool for
equipped) flashes	grease drippings and build-	at least two minutes. Relight burner
back (during operation	up. Ports are clogged.	and burn on high for at least five
the burner abruptly		minutes or until the ceramic tiles are
makes a loud “whoosh”		evenly glowing red.
sound, followed by a
continuous blow-torch	Burner overheated due to	Ensure that no more than 75% of
type sound and grows	inadequate ventilation (too	the grill surface is covered by objects
dim.)	much grill surface covered by	or accessories. Turn burner off
	griddle or pan.)	and allow to cool for at least two
		minutes, then relight.
	Cracked ceramic tile.	Allow burner to cool and inspect
		very closely for cracks. If any cracks
		are found, contact your authorized
		Napoleon dealer to order a
		replacement burner assembly.
	Leaking gasket surrounding	Contact your authorized Napoleon
	the ceramic tile, or a weld	dealer for instructions on ordering a
	failure in the burner housing.	replacement burner assembly.

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