Uniflame GBC1059WE-C / Gilmour, Jackson GBC1069WB-C, Memphis GBC1076WE-C Conversion Instructions

CONVERSION INSTRUCTIONS

Made from 70% Bagasse

(Environmentally Friendly Sugar

Cane Pulp By-product)

Natural Gas Conversion Kit for

GBC1059WE-C / Gilmour GBC1069WB-C / Jackson GBC1076WE-C / Memphis

This Natural Gas Conversion Kit can be used ONLY

with the grills listed above.

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

For Outdoor Use Only

(outside any enclosure)

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

1. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration,
service or maintenance can cause injury or
property damage.

2. Read the installation, operation and
maintenance instructions thoroughly before
installing or servicing this equipment.

3. Fuel system must be installed by a
qualified and licensed personnel. Improper
installations present hazards, which can
lead to personal injury or property damage.
Please contact your local Natural Gas
supplier for these services.

Table of Contents

Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Page 2

Exploded View & Hardware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Conversion Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Installling Natural Gas Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Connect Natural Gas line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Disconnect Natural Gas Line . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Checking for Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Operating Main Burners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Operating Infrared Sear Burner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Operating Side Burner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Operating Infrared Back Burner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

The use and installation of this product must conform to local codes. In absence
of local codes, use the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natural Gas

and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, or Propane Storage and Handling Code,
B149.2.

4. Failure to follow these instructions could
result in fire or explosion, which could cause
property damage, personal injury or death.

Save these instructions for future reference.
If you are assembling this unit for someone else,
give this manual to him or her to read and save
for future reference.

Installation should be done by a qualified service
person.

Use only Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc. factory authorized
parts. The use of any other part that is not factory authorized
can be dangerous and will void your warranty.

Manufactured in China for: Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc
Winston-Salem, NC USA • 1.800.762.1142, www.bluerhino.com

© 2010 Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc. All Rights Reserved
UniFlame® is a Registered Trademark of Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc.. All Rights Reserved. VFK1000W-C-OM-104 EF

Natural Gas Conversion Instructions – VKF1000W-C

Model No. GBC1059WE-C, GBC1069WB-C, GBC1076WE-C

If you smell gas -

1. Shut off gas to appliance.

DANGER

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

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. Open lid.

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

DANGER: Failure to follow the dangers, warning and cautions in this manual may result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage

to property.

WARNING:

Installation and repairs should be done by a qualified service person.
Natural Gas ( NG) Characteristics:

a. NG is flammable and hazardous if handled improperly. Become aware of the

characteristics before using any NG product.
b. NG is explosive under pressure, heavier than air, and settles in pools and low areas.
c. NG in its natural state has no odor. For your safety, an odorant is added that smells

like rotten cabbage.
d. Contact with NG can cause freeze burns to skin.
e. A fire causing, serious injury or damage to property may occur if the above is not

followed exactly.

Check for leaks even if your unit was assembled for you by someone else.
Do not operate if gas leak is present. Gas leaks may cause a fire or explosion.
You must follow all leak-checking procedures before operating. To prevent fire or

explosion hazard when testing for a leak:

a. Always perform leak test before lighting the grill and each time the grill is connected

for use.
b. No smoking. Do not use or permit sources of ignition in the area while conducting a

leak test.
c. Conduct the leak test outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
d. Do not use matches, lighters, or a flame to check for leaks.
e. Do not use grill until any and all leaks are corrected.
If you are unable to stop a leak, turn off the main valve on the NG supply line. Call a

gas appliance serviceman or your local NG supplier.

The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas

supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at a pressures in
excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kpa).

The 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 psig (3.5 kpa).

Always perform a leak test on gas connections whenever this grill is serviced. Never

use a flame to test for leaks. Do not smoke while performing leak check.

Minimum clearance from sides and back of unit to combustible construction, 36

inches from side and 36 inches from back. Do not use this appliance under overhead
combustible surfaces.

It is essential to keep the grill’s valve compartment, burners and circulating air

passages clean. Inspect grill before each use.
Do NOT alter grill in any manner.
Do not use the grill unless it is COMPLETELY assembled and all parts are securely

fastened and tightened.
This grill should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a regular basis. Clean and

inspect the hose before each use of the appliance. If there is evidence of abrasion,

wear, cuts or leaks, the hose must be replaced prior to the appliance being put into

operation.

Use only the regulator and hose assembly provided. The replacement regulator and

hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer.

Use only Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc factory authorized parts. The use of any part

that is not factory authorized can be dangerous. This will also void your warranty.
Do not use this appliance without reading “Operating Instructions” in this manual.
Do not touch metal parts of grill until it has completely cooled (about 45 min.) to avoid

burns, unless you are wearing protective gear (pot holders, gloves, BBQ mittens, etc.).
When cooking, fire extinguishing materials shall be readily accessible. In the event of

an oil/grease fire, do not attempt to extinguish with water. Use type BC dry chemical

fire extinguisher or smother with dirt, sand or baking soda.
Do not install or use in or on boats or recreational vehicles.
Do not use grill in high winds.
Never lean over the grill when lighting.
Do not leave a lit grill unattended, especially keep children and pets away from grill at

all times.
Do not attempt to move grill when in use. Allow the grill to cool before moving or

storing.
Always open grill lid carefully and slowly as heat and steam trapped within grill can

severely burn you.
Always place your grill on a hard, non-combustible, level surface. An asphalt or

blacktop surface may not be acceptable for this purpose.
Move gas hoses as far away as possible from hot surfaces and dripping hot grease.
Keep all electrical cords away from a hot grill.
Do not use grill for indoor cooking or heating. TOXIC fumes can accumulate and cause

asphyxiation.
After a period of storage and/or nonuse, check for leaks, burner obstructions and

inspect for any abrasion, wear, cuts to the hose.
Failure to open lid while igniting the grill’s burners, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow

the gas to clear if the grill does not light, may result in an explosive flame-up.
If grill is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the main supply line.
Never operate grill without heat plates installed.
Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is cooked to a safe temperature.
This grill is designed with to operate at an inlet pressure of 7 inches water column.
Please use protective gloves when assembling this product.
Do not force parts together as this can result in personal injury or damage to the

product.
Never cover entire cooking area with aluminum foil.
Deaths, serious injury or damage to property may occur if the above is not followed

exactly.

Contact 1.800.762.1142 for assistance. Do not return to place of purchase.

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Parts List

1

Natural Gas Hose

2

Quick Connect

55-08-212

55-10-339

Hardware (Not Included)

A

Screw

M4x10 Nickel Plated Phillips Truss Head

Exploded View

1

2

Tools Required for Conversion (Not Included)

#2 Phillips Head Screwdriver 1 pc

B
C
D
E
F
G
H

Screw

Nut

Nut

Washer

Pin

Pin

Cotter Pin

M6x10 Nickel Plated Phillips Truss Head

M4 Nic kel Plated

M12 Nickel Plated

ø4.2 Nickel Plated

Tools Required for Conversion (Included)

Wrench 1 pc

M10 Wrench 1 pc

M16 Wrench 1 pc

M22 Wrench 1 pc

Conversion Instructions

DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE.

For assistance call 1.800.762.1142 toll free. Please have

1

your owner’s manual and model number available for
reference.

For Easiest Conversion:

• To avoid losing any small components or hardware, assemble
your product on a hard level surface that does not have cracks
or openings.

• Clear an area large enough to layout all components and
hardware.

• When applicable, tighten all hardware connections by hand
first. Once the step is completed go back and fully tighten all
hardware.

• Follow all steps in order to properly convert your product.

To complete conversion you will need:

• (1) Leak Detection Solution (Instructions on how to make
solution are included in the “Operating Instructions” section of
this manual)

Remove Warming Racks, Cooking Grids and Heat Plates

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C

2

GBC1069WB-C

Typical conversion: approximately 1 (one) hour.

Conversion Instructions

Remove Lid(s)

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C GBC1069WB-C

3

Natural Gas Conversion Instructions – VKF1000W-C

Model No. GBC1059WE-C, GBC1069WB-C, GBC1076WE-C

4

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C

F

Remove Burners and Igniter Wires

GBC1059WE-C GBC1059WE-C

x 2

H

x 2

GBC1069WB-C

F

G

x 2

H

x 1

B

x 3

x 4

GBC1069WB-C GBC1069WB-C

A

B

GBC1076WE-C GBC1076WE-C

A

B

x 2

x 3

x 2

x 4

5

Contact 1.800.762.1142 for assistance. Do not return to place of purchase.

Remove Main Burner Orifices

GBC1059WE-C

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GBC1069WB-C

GBC1076WE-C

6

Remove Infrared Back Burner Covers

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C GBC1069WB-C

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C

A
C

x 5

x 5

E

x 3

GBC1069WB-C

A
C

x 5

x 5

E

x 3

Conversion Instructions (continued)

Remove the Infrared Back Burner Front Orifice

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1069WB-C / GBC1076WE-C

7

Natural Gas Conversion Instructions – VKF1000W-C

Model No. GBC1059WE-C, GBC1069WB-C, GBC1076WE-C

NG Orifice

NG Orifice

LP Gas Orifice

8

Remove Infrared Back Burner Rear Orifice

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1069WB-C / GBC1076WE-C

9

Contact 1.800.762.1142 for assistance. Do not return to place of purchase.

Attach Infrared Back Burner Covers

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C GBC1069WB-C

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GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C

A
C

Remove Side Burner Grid, Igniter Wire and Side Burner

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C

10

x 5

x 5

E

x 3

GBC1069WB-C

A
C

Remove Side Burner Orifice

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C

11

x 5

x 5

E

x 3

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C

A

x 2

Conversion Instructions (continued)

Remove LP Gas Regulator/Hose Assembly and Attach Natural Gas Hose Assembly

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C GBC1069WB-C

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Natural Gas Conversion Instructions – VKF1000W-C

Model No. GBC1059WE-C, GBC1069WB-C, GBC1076WE-C

Attach Side Burner, Igniter Wire and Side Burner Grid

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C

13

GBC1059WE-C / GBC1076WE-C

A

x 2