Napoleon ROGUE 525 User Manual

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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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APPLY SERIAL NUMBER LABEL FROM CARTON

Serial No.

XXXXXX000000

MODEL NO.

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 525

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.

Wolf Steel Ltd.

214 Bayview Drive,

Barrie, Ontario, CANADA L4N 4Y8

grills@napoleonproducts.com

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EN Napoleon President’s 15 YearLimited Warranty

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 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 ...........................................	15 years
Stainless steel lid ................................................................................	15 years
Porcelain enamel lid ...........................................................................	15 years
Stainless steel cooking grids ..............................................................	15 years
Stainless steel tube burners ...............................................................	10 years full coverage, plus 50% off until the 15th year
Stainless steel sear plates ...............................................................	5 years full coverage, plus 50% off until the 15th year
Porcelain-enameled cast iron cooking grids .....................................	5 years full coverage, plus 50% off until the 15th year
Ceramic infrared burners (excluding screen) ................................	5 years full coverage, plus 50% off until the 15th year
All other parts ................................................................................	2 years
*Conditions and Limitations

This Limited Warranty creates a warranty period as speciﬁed in the aforementioned table, for any product purchased through an authorized NAPOLEON dealer, and entitles the original purchaser to the speciﬁed coverage in respect of any component replaced within the warranty period, either by NAPOLEON or an authorized NAPOLEON dealer, to replace a component of such product that has failed in normal private use as a result of a manufacturing defect. The “50% off” indicated in the table means the component is made available to the purchaser at a 50% discount off the regular retail price of the component for the period indicated. This Limited Warranty does not cover accessories or bonus items.

For greater certainty, “normal private use” of a product means that the product: has been installed by a licensed, authorized service technician or contractor, in accordance with the installation instructions included with the product and all local and national building and ﬁre codes; has been properly maintained; and has not been used as a communal amenity or in a commercial application.

Similarly, “failure” does not include: over-ﬁring, blow outs caused by environmental conditions such as strong winds or inadequate ventilation, scratches, dents, corrosion, deterioration of painted and plated ﬁnishes, discoloration caused by heat, abrasive or chemical cleaners or UV exposure, chipping of porcelain enameled parts, or damages caused by misuse, accident, hail, grease ﬁres, lack of maintenance, hostile environments such as salt or chlorine, alterations, abuse, neglect or parts installed from other manufacturers.

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. The replacement component is the sole responsibility of NAPOLEON deﬁned by this Limited Warranty; in no event will NAPOLEON be responsible for installation, labor or any other costs or expenses related to the re-installation of a warranted part, for any incidental, consequential, or indirect damages or for any transportation charges, labor costs or export duties.

This Limited Warranty is provided in addition to any rights afforded to you by local laws. Accordingly, this Limited Warranty imposes no obligation upon NAPOLEON to keep parts in stock. Based on the availability of parts, NAPOLEON may at its discretion discharge all obligations by providing a customer a prorated credit towards a new product. After the ﬁrst year, with respect to this Limited 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).

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. You must contact NAPOLEON Customer Service or an authorized NAPOLEON dealer to obtain the beneﬁt of the warranty coverage.

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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

•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.

•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.

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

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

•Under no circumstances should this gas grill be modified.

•Do not operate unit under overhead combustible construction.

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

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

•Do not attempt to use a cylinder that is not equipped with a QCC1 type connection.

•When the propane cylinder is connected to the appliance, the gas grill and cylinder must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated space.

•When the gas grill is to be stored indoors, the connection between the propane cylinder and the gas grill must be disconnected and the cylinder removed and stored outdoors in a well ventilated space out of reach of children. Disconnected cylinders must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area. Natural gas units must be disconnected from the supply when being stored indoors.

•The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the outdoor cooking gas appliance must be used. Inspect the supply hose before each use. If there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear or the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to using the gas grill with a replacement pressure regulator and hose assembly specified by the grill manufacturer.

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

•Leak test the unit before initial use, annually, and whenever any gas components are replaced.

•Follow lighting instructions carefully when operating grill.

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

•Adults and especially children should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures. Young children should be supervised near the gas grill.

•Do not leave grill unattended when operating.

•Do not light burners with lid closed.

•Do not operate rear burner with main burners operating.

•Do not move grill when hot or operating.

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

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

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

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

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

•Do not allow cold water (rain, sprinkler, hose, etc.) to come in contact with heated unit. A large temperature differential can cause chipping in the porcelain.

•Do not allow cold water (rain, sprinkler, hose, etc.) to come in contact with ceramic burners.

•Do not use a pressure washer to clean any part of the unit.

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DIMENSIONS

BURNER CONFIGURATION DEPENDS ON MODEL

4 X 12,000 BTU/H MAIN BURNER

1 X 9,000 BTU/H I.R. SIDE BURNER (IF EQUIPPED)

1 X 9,000 BTU/H FLAME SIDE BURNER (IF EQUIPPED)

GRILL SIZE: 18 X 28¾" 525 SQ.IN (46cm X 73cm = 3360cm ²)

WARMING RACK SIZE: 4¾ X 28½" 135 SQ.IN (12cm X 72cm = 860cm ²)

56 1/2"

144cm

IR SIDE BURNER SIZE: 8½ X 10" 85 SQ.IN (22cm X 25cm = 550cm ²)

40 1/2" [103cm]

-ALL DIMENSIONS ARE APPROXIMATE-

SHELVES FOLDED

24 1/2"

63cm

OVERALL DEPTH

12 1/2" 31cm

47 1/2"

120cm

73" [186cm]

LID OPEN

35 1/2"

91cm

36"

92cm

GRILL HEIGHT

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General Information
This Gas Barbecue Is Certified Under Canadian And American National Standards CSA 1.6-2015 and ANSI	EN
Z21.58 2015 respectively for Outdoor Gas Grills and should be installed to conform with local codes. In
absence of local codes, install to the current CAN B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code in
Canada or to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 in the United States.
If a rotisserie motor is used, it must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in absence
of local codes, with the current CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code in Canada or the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70 in the United States.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds, which are
known to the State of California to cause cancer, and chemicals including di-n-butyl phthalate, which are
known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information
go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Propane Cylinder Specifications
WARNING! If these instructions are not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may
occur.
WARNING! Do not store a spare propane cylinder on the shelf beneath the barbecue.
If the gas grill is being supplied with propane from a portable cylinder, a regulator specified by the
manufacturer must be used. The regulator must supply a pressure of 11 inches water column (0.39 PSI)
to the gas grill and have a QCC1 type fitting. Cylinders to be used with this unit must be supplied with a
QCC1 cylinder valve. A QCC1 cylinder has a positive seating connection, which will not allow gas flow until
a positive seal has been achieved. It is also equipped with an excess flow device. In order to attain full flow
to the grill, the valves must be in the off position when the cylinder valve is turned on.
A dented or rusty cylinder may be hazardous and should be checked by your propane supplier. Never
use a cylinder with a damaged valve. Use only a propane supply cylinder constructed and marked in
accordance with the specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-b339,
Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and Commission, as applicable or
the Specifications for LP-Gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.). Cart models have
been designed for use with a 20 lb (9.1 kg) size propane cylinder only (not supplied).
The propane cylinder must be provided with a cylinder connection device compatible with the connection
for outdoor cooking appliances. The propane cylinder must be provided with a shut-off valve terminating
in a propane cylinder valve type QCC1, and a safety relief device having direct communication with the
vapor space of the cylinder. The cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and the
cylinder shall include a collar to protect the cylinder valve. The cylinder shall incorporate a listed OPD
(overfill protection device). Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or near this appliance. Never fill the
cylinder beyond 80 percent full. If the preceding information is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or
serious injury may occur.
Gas Hook-Up Instructions
WARNING! A fire will result if the gas supply hose makes contact with the underside of the grill or
drip pan.
Propane Cylinder Installation: Set cylinder into hole in bottom shelf. Other cylinders may be acceptable
provided they fit properly into the tank retaining ring.

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Cylinder Connection: Ensure the gas regulator hose is kink free. Remove the cap or plug from the cylinder fuel valve. Insert the black QCC1 regulator nipple onto the QCC1 fuel valve. Hand tighten clockwise. Do not use tools. Leak test all joints prior to using the grill. 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.

If this grill is to be connected directly to a house propane gas supply line, follow the instructions for the natural gas hook-up. Ensure that the supply pressure is 11 inches water column.

Natural Gas Hook-Up: These connections must be made by a licensed gas fitter. This natural gas grill is supplied with a gas supply hose (complete with a quick disconnect) designed for natural gas and certified for outdoor use. The gas grill is designed to operate at an inlet pressure of 7 inches water column. Piping and valves upstream of the quick disconnect are not supplied. The installation must comply with CAN B149.1 Natural Gas and Propane installation code in Canada, or to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 in the United States. The gas supply pipe must be sufficiently sized to supply the BTU/h specified on the rating plate, based on the length of the piping run.

The quick disconnect must not be installed in an upward direction and a readily accessible manual shut-off valve must be installed upstream of, and as close to, the quick disconnect as is feasible. The flared end of the hose must be connected to the fitting on the end of the manifold tube or flex tube (if applicable) as illustrated in the Natural Gas Hose Attachment diagram. Tighten using two wrenches. (Do not use thread sealer/pipe dope.) Leak test all joints prior to using the gas grill.

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WARNING!
• The installation must be performed by a licensed gas fitter, and all connections must be leak tested		EN
before operating the grill.		EN

•Do not route hose underneath the drip pan.

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

•Do not route hose over top of rear panel.

•Ensure all hose 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.

•Leak test all the connections using a soap and water solution as per the leak testing instructions found in the manual.

•The outdoor cooking gas appliance 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 0.5 psi (3.5 kPa).

•The outdoor cooking gas appliance 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).

Leak Testing Instructions

WARNING! 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.

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 recommended by the Napoleon Customer Solutions department and have the grill inspected by a certified gas installer.

STOP 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	Left Centre Right Centre		Right
Burner	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	Side Burner Lighting
Lighting	(if equipped)

1. Open grill lid	1. Open burner cover.

2. Push and turn any main burner knob	2. Turn side burner control to high position.
slowly to 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. If ignition is not immediate, turn burner control off.
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.

WARNING! The propane cylinder is equipped with an excess flow device. Unless all burners are

turned off prior to turning the cylinder on, only small flames and low heat will be achievable.

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Cooking Instructions	9
Cooking Instructions
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		EN
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.
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.

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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.

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				EN

Food	Control Setting	Cooking Time	Helpful Suggestions
Food	Control Setting	Cooking Time	Helpful Suggestions

Steak	High setting 2 min. each side.	4 min. – Rare	When selecting meat for
Steak	High setting 2 min. each side.	4 min. – Rare	When selecting meat for
1 in. (2.54cm) thick			grilling, ask for marbled fat
	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. (1.27cm) thick			order is made easier by
	High setting 2 1/2 min. each	5 min. – Medium	varying the thickness of
	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 pieces	High setting 2 min. each side.	20-25 min.	The joint connecting the
	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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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.

Combustion Air Adjustment: (This must be done by a qualified gas installer.) The air shutter is factory set
and should not need adjusting under normal conditions. Under extreme field conditions, adjustments
might be required. When the air shutter is adjusted correctly the flames will be dark blue, tipped with
light blue and occasionally yellow.

•With too little air flow to the burner, the flames are lazy yellow and can produce soot.

•With too much air flow, the flames lift erratically and can cause difficulties when lighting.

Adjusting the air shutter:

1.Remove cooking grids and sear plates and leave lid open. You may have to open the door or remove the top drawer (if equipped) to access the air-shutter screw located at the mouth of the burner. The back cover must be removed for rear tube burner air shutter adjustment.

2.Loosen air-shutter lock screw and open or close air shutter as required. The normal opening settings are:

Main Tube Burner	Propane	1/2” (13mm)
	Natural	3/8” (10mm)

*Infra-Red burners have no air adjustment.

3. Light the burners and set to high. Visually inspect burner flames. When the shutters are set correctly, turn burners off, tighten locking screws, and replace removed parts. Ensure that the insect screens are installed.

Light Blue	Burner
	Burner Port

Yellow Tipping

Dark Blue

Approximately

1/2” (13mm)

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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.

WARNING! When reinstalling the burner after cleaning it is very 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 lighting	Ensure lighting procedure is followed
	when valve turned to high.	procedure.	carefully. All gas grill valves must be
			in the off position when the tank valve
			is turned on. Turn tank on slowly to
			allow pressure to equalize. See lighting
			instructions.
		For natural gas - undersized	Pipe must be sized according to
		supply line.	installation code.
		For both gases - improper	Preheat grill with both main burners on
		preheating.	high for 10 to 15 minutes.

	Excessive flare-ups/	Sear plates installed incorrectly.	Ensure sear plates are installed with the
	uneven heat.		holes towards the front and the slots on
			the bottom. See assembly instructions.
		Improper preheating.	Preheat grill with both main burners on
			high for 10 to 15 minutes.
		Excessive grease and ash build	Clean sear plates and drip pan regularly.
		on sear plates and in drip pan.	Do not line pan with aluminum foil. Refer
			to cleaning instructions.

	Burners burn with yellow	Possible spider web or other	Thoroughly clean burner by removing.
	flame, accompanied by	debris, or improper air shutter	See general maintenance instructions.
	the smell of gas.	adjustment.	Open air shutter slightly according to
			combustion air adjustment instructions.
			(This must be done by a qualified gas
			installer.)

	Flames lift away from	Improper air shutter	Close air shutter slightly according to
	burner, accompanied	adjustment.	combustion air adjustment instructions.
	by the smell of gas, and		(This must be done by a qualified gas
	possibly difficulties in		installer.)
	lighting.

	Rear and Side burners will	Dead battery / or installed	Replace with premium heavy duty
	not light with the igniter,	incorrectly.	battery.
	but will light with a match.
		Loose electrode wire or switch	Check that electrode wire is firmly
		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.
		Lifting flames on burner.	Close air shutter slightly - see previous
			problem.

	Main burner will not light	Jet-fire outlet is dirty or	Clean jet-fire outlet with a soft bristle
	with the igniter, but will	clogged.	brush.
	light with a match.

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