Thermos Big Easy Quickset Traditional Use And Care Manual

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L P Gas Grill

Use And Care

Combustion by-products produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the S tate of California to cause cancer , birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

Read this manual before cooking on grill. Failure to follow all manufacturer's instructions could result in serious personal injury and/ or property damage.

Call Grill Service Center For Help And Parts

• If you need help or warranty parts call

!1-800-241-7548 or send a FAX to

1-706-576-6355. Business hours: Open 24 hours - Seven days a week

• To order non-warranty replacement parts or accessories (grill cover, cleaners, paint) call 1-800-993-2677 or send a FAX to 1-706-565-2121.

Important: Fill out Warranty Information below

FOR YOUR SAFETY

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

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

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 your fire department.

Warranty Information

Model Number ______________________________________ UPC (on carton) Label Lot # GG ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ ___ Serial Number _______________________________________ Date Purchased ______________________________________

• For residential use only. Do not use for commercial cooking.

Installation Safety Precautions

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

• Grill installation must conform with local codes, or in their absence with National Fuel

Gas Code, NFPA 54 / ANSI Z223.1 or CAN/CGA-B149.2 Propane Installation Code.

Handling and storage of LP cylinders must conform to LP Gas Code NFPA/ANSI 58. Grill is not for use in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.

• All electrical accessories (such as rotisserie) must be electrically grounded in accordance

with local codes, or National Electrical Code, ANSI / NFPA 70 or Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1. Keep any electrical cords and/or fuel supply hoses away from any hot surfaces.

• This grill is safety certified for use in the United States and Canada only. Do not modify for

use in any other location. Modification will result in a safety hazard.

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

• Be alert to the possibility of serious bodily injury if the instructions are not followed. Be sure to read and carefully follow all of the messages.

Safety Symbols

• The symbols and boxes shown below explain what each heading means. Read and follow all of the messages found throughout the manual.

• Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.

Table of Contents

For Your Safety ..................................................................................................2

Call Grill Service Center For Help And Parts....................................................... 2

Warranty Information...........................................................................................2

Installation Safety Precautions ............................................................................. 3

Safety Symbols ..................................................................................................3

Table of Contents ............................................................................................... 4

LP Tank Removal, Transport And Storage..........................................................5

LP Tank .............................................................................................................6

LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas).............................................................................6

LP Tank Filling ................................................................................................... 6

LP Tank Exchange............................................................................................. 7

LP Tank Leak Test ............................................................................................. 7

Connecting Regulator To The LP Tank .............................................................7, 8

Leak Testing Valves, Hoses and Regulator ......................................................... 9

For Safe Use Of Your Grill ................................................................................. 10

Safety Tips ........................................................................................................10

Before Your First Cookout.................................................................................. 11

Ignitor Lighting Traditional and Quick Set ............................................................ 11

Match Lighting Traditional and Quick Set............................................................11

Ignitor Lighting Big Easy and Match Lighting....................................................... 12

Rotisserie Burner Ignitor and Match Lighting.......................................................12

Sideburner Ignitor and Match Lighting ................................................................ 13

Burner Flame Check......................................................................................... 13

Turning Grill Off .................................................................................................13

Ignitor Check ..................................................................................................... 13

Valve Check......................................................................................................13

Hose Check ......................................................................................................13

General Grill Cleaning ....................................................................................... 14

Repainting Your Grill....................................................................................... 14

Care Of Wood..................................................................................................1 4

Natural Hazard Spiders................................................................................... 1 5

Cleaning The Traditional Burner Assembly............................................... 16, 17

Cleaning The Quick Set Burner Assembly ..................................................18, 19

Cleaning The Big Easy Burner Assembly....................................................20, 21

Indirect Cooking ..............................................................................................22

Grill Smoking................................................................................................... 23

Cleaning The Rotisserie Burner ..................................................................... 24

Rotisserie Burner Use .....................................................................................25

Cooking Chart For Rotisserie Burner .............................................................2 5

Cooking Tips ...................................................................................................25

Cooking Chart .............................................................................................. 26, 27

Food Safety......................................................................................................27

How To Tell If Meat Is Grilled Thoroughly..................................................... 2 7

Troubleshooting - General .......................................................................... 28, 29

Troubleshooting - Electronic Ignition System ............................................. 30, 31

Storing Your Grill .............................................................................................3 0

Warranty's ........................................................................................................32

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

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

LP Tank Removal, Transport And Storage

• Turn OFF all control knobs and LP tank valve. Turn coupling nut counterclockwise by

hand only - do not use tools to disconnect. Lift LP tank wire upward off of LP tank collar, then lift LP tank up and off of support bracket. Install safety cap onto LP tank valve. Always use cap and strap supplied with valve. Failure to use safety cap as directed may

result in serious personal injury and/or property damage.

LP Tank Valve

Safety Cap

Retainer Strap

• The safety relief valve on the LP tank could activate releasing gas and cause an intense fire with risk of death or serious injury.

• NEVER store a spare LP tank under or near grill or in enclosed areas.

• Never fill the cylinder beyond 80% full. An overfilled spare LP tank is

hazardous due to possible gas released from the safety relief valve.

• If you see, smell or hear escaping gas, immediately get away from the LP tank/grill and call your fire department.

• All spare LP tanks must have safety caps installed on the LP tank outlet.

LP Tank

• The LP tank used with your grill must meet the following requirements:

• Purchase LP tanks only with these required measurements: 12" (30.5cm) (diameter) x

18" (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity maximum.

• Be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for LP tank of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or for Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, cylinders, spheres and tubes for transportation of dangerous goods, Transport Canada (TC). See LP tank collar for marking.

• LP tank valve must have:

• Type 1 outlet compatible with regulator or grill.

• Safety relief valve.

• UL listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD). This

OPD safety feature is identified by a unique triangular hand wheel. Use only tanks

equipped with this type of valve.

• LP tank must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and include collar to protect LP tank valve.

LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)

• LP gas is nontoxic, odorless and colorless when produced. For Your Safety, LP gas has been given an odor (similar to rotten cabbage) so that it can be smelled.

• LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly when mixed with air.

LP Tank Filling

• Use only licensed and experienced dealers.

• LP dealer must purged tank before filling.

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

in tank will vary by temperature.

• A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LP tank valve and call local LP gas dealer for assistance.

• Do not release liquid propane (LP) gas into the atmosphere. This is a hazardous practice.

• To remove gas from LP tank, contact an LP dealer or call a local fire department for assistance. Check the telephone directory under “Gas companies” for nearest certified LP dealers.

OPD Hand Wheel

Use a clean paint brush and 50/50 soap and water solution. Use mild

soap and water.

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▲ Do not use household cleaning agents. Damage

to gas train components can result.

LP Tank Exchange

• Many retailers that sell grills offer you the option of replacing your empty LP tank through an exchange service. Use only those reputable exchange companies that inspect, precision fill, test and certify their cylinders. Exchange your tank only for an OPD

safety feature-equipped tank as described in the "LP Tank" section of this manual.

• Always keep new and exchanged LP tanks in upright position during use, transit or

storage.

• Leak test new and exchanged LP tanks BEFORE connecting to grill.

LP Tank Leak Test

For your safety

• Leak test must be repeated each time LP tank is exchanged or refilled.

• Do not smoke during leak test.

• Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.

• Grill must be leak checked outdoors in well-ventilated area, away from ignition

sources such as gas fired or electrical appliances. During leak test, keep grill away from open flames or sparks.

Brush soapy solution onto the shaded areas.

Connecting Regulator To The LP Tank

OPD Hand Wheel

Type 1 outlet with thread on outside

Strap and Cap

Safety Relief Valve

Off

Clockwise

1. LP tank must be properly securedonto

grill. (Refer to Assembly Manual)

2. Turn all control knobs including

sideburner (if featured) to the OFF position.

3. Turn LP tank OFF by turning hand-

wheel clockwise to a full stop.

4. Remove the protective cap from LP

tank valve. Always use cap and strap supplied with valve.

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

5. Hold regulator, insert nipple (B) into LP tank valve. Hand tighten

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

Do not use a POL transport plug (A) (plastic part with external threads)! It will defeat the safety feature of the valve.

6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise to tighten to a full solid stop. The regulator will seal on the back-check feature in LP tank valve, resulting in some resistance. An additional one-

half to three quarters turn is required to complete connection. Tighten by hand only - do not use tools.

NOTE: If you cannot complete connection, disconnect regulator and repeat steps 5 and 6. If

you are still unable to complete the connection, do not use this regulator!

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

• Do not insert any foreign objects into the valve outlet. You may damage the valve and cause a leak. Leaking propane may result in explosion, fire, severe personal injury, or death.

• Never attempt to attach this grill to the self-contained LP gas system of a camper trailer or motor home.

Straight

Nipple has to be centered into the LP tank valve

• Do not use grill until leak checked.

• If leak is detected at any time, STOP and call the Fire Department.

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

Leak Testing Valves, Hoses and Regulator

1. Turn all grill control knob(s) to OFF.

2. Be sure regulator is tightly connected to LP tank.

3. Completely open LP tank valve by turning hand wheel counter clockwise. If you hear

a rushing sound, turn gas off immediately. There is a major leak at the connection.

Correct before proceeding.

4. Brush soapy solution onto following connections:

Sideburner Hose (if featured)

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▲ Never remove opening

at end of valve

HeatWave Hose (if featured)

Sideburner Valve (if featured)

5. "If growing" bubbles appear, there is a leak. Close LP tank valve immediately and

retighten connections. If leaks cannot be stopped "do not try to repair" call for replacement parts. Order new parts by giving the serial, model number and name of items needed to the Grill Service Center at !1-800-241-7548.

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

For Safe Use Of Your Grill And To Avoid Serious Injury:

• Do not let children operate or play near grill.

• Keep grill area clear and free from materials that burn.

• Do not block holes in bottom or back of grill.

• Check burner flames regularly.

• Use grill only in well-ventilated space. NEVER use in enclosed space such as

carport, garage, porch, covered patio, or under a surface that can catch fire.

• Do not use charcoal in a gas grill.

•

Use grill at least 3 ft. from any wall or surface.

Maintain 10 ft. clearance to objects that can catch fire or sources of ignition such as pilot lights on

water heaters, live electrical appliances, etc.

•

Apartment Dwellers:

Check with management to learn the requirements and fire codes for using an LP Gas Grill in an apartment. If allowed use outside on the ground floor with a three (3) foot clearance from walls or rails. Do not use on or under balconies made of wood.

• NEVER attempt to light burner with lid closed. A buildup of non-ignited gas inside a closed grill is hazardous.

• Never operate grill with LP tank out of correct position specified in Assembly Instructions.

• Always close LP tank valve and remove coupling nut before moving LP tank from specified operating position.

SAFETY TIPS

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

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▲ When grill is not in use, turn off all control knobs and LP tank valve. ▲▲

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▲ Never move grill while in operation or still hot. ▲ Use long-handled barbecue utensils to avoid burns and splatters. ▲▲

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▲ Maximum load for sideburner, side shelf and front shelf is 10 lbs. ▲▲

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▲ A soup can must be attached to grease clip and emptied after each use. Do

not remove soup can until grill has completely cooled.

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▲ If you notice grease or other hot material dripping from grill onto valve, hose

or regulator turn off gas supply at once. Determine the cause, correct, clean and inspect valve, hose and regulator before continuing. Perform a leak test.

▲ The regulator may make a humming or whistling noise during operation. This

will not affect safety or use of grill.

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▲ If you have a grill problem see the "Troubleshooting Section".

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