Uniflame NPG2322SS User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Outdoor LP Gas Barbecue Grill

Model No. NPG2322SS

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

4.This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance.

5.Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance.

6.Follow all warnings and instructions when using the appliance.

7.Keep this manual for future reference.

DANGER

If you smell gas -

1.Shut off gas to appliance.

2.Extinguish any open flame.

3.Open lid.

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

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

WARNING

FOR YOUR SAFETY:

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

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

DANGER

Never operate this appliance unattended.

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.

Made from 75% Bagasse

(Environmentally Friendly Sugar

Cane Pulp By-product)

Table of Contents
Important Safeguards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	Page 2
Exploded View & Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . . 3
Assembly Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 4
Operating Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 7
Connect LP Gas Tank. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 7
Disconnect LP Gas Tank . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 7
Checking for Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 7
First Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 7
Lighting Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 7
Turning Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 7
Cooking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 7
Controlling Flare-ups . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 7
Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 8
Cleaning and Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 8
Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 8
Limited Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 8
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .	. . . 9
The use and installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, with either 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,or the Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A 119.2/NFPA 1192, and CSA
Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicle Code, as applicable.
California Proposition 65: Combustion by-products produced when using this product
contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and
other reproductive harm.
California Proposition 65: Wash your hands after handling this product.

Manufactured in China for: Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc
Winston-Salem, NC USA • 1.800.762.1142, www.bluerhino.com
© Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc. All Rights Reserved
UniFlame® is a registered trademark of Blue Rhino Global Sourcing, Inc. All Rights Reserved.	NPG2322SS-OM-103 E

Outdoor LP Gas Barbecue Grill Model No. NPG2322SS

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:

This grill is for outdoor use only and shall not be used in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.

This grill is not intended for and should never be used as a heater. TOXIC fumes can accumulate and cause asphyxiation.

This grill is NOT for commercial use.

This is not a tabletop grill. Therefore, do not operate this grill on any type of tabletop surface.

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 and will void warranty.

Do NOT operate, light or use this appliance within ten (10) feet (3.05 m) of walls, structures or buildings.

Apartment Dwellers: Check with management to learn the requirements and fire codes for using an LP gas grill in your apartment complex. If allowed, use outside on the ground floor with a ten (10) foot (3.05 m) clearance from any structure. Do not use on or under balconies.

This grill is for use with liquid propane (LP) gas only. The conversion to or attempted use of natural gas in this LP gas grill is dangerous and will void your warranty.

LP gas characteristics:

a.LP gas is flammable and hazardous if handled improperly. Become aware of the characteristics before using any LP gas product.

b.LP gas is explosive under pressure, heavier than air and settles and pools in low areas.

c.LP gas in its natural state has no odor. For your safety, an odorant is added that smells like rotten cabbage.

d.Contact with LP gas can cause freeze burns to skin.

Only tanks marked “propane” may be used with this appliance.

The LP gas tank must be constructed and marked in accordance with the Specifications for LP gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of

Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and Commission.

LP gas tank must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.

Dented or rusted LP gas tanks may be hazardous and should be checked by your LP gas supplier prior to use.

The LP gas tank should not be dropped or handled roughly.

LP gas tanks must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not be stored in a building, garage, or any other enclosed area. Your tank must never be stored where temperatures can reach over 125°F.

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

Do not block holes in sides, back or bottom of grill.

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

Do not store a spare LP gas tank under or within 25 feet (7.62 m) of this appliance.

The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate the appliance.

Strong odors, colds, sinus congestion, etc. may prevent the detection of propane. Use caution and common sense when testing for leaks.

Never use charcoal, lighter fluid, lava rocks, gasoline, kerosene or alcohol with this product.

Your grill has been checked at all factory connections for leaks. Recheck all connections as described in the “Operating Instructions” section of the manual, as movement in shipping can loosen connections.

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 tank is connected for use.

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

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 disconnect the LP gas supply. Call our customer care at 1.800.762.1142, a gas appliance serviceman or your local LP gas supplier.

Do not use in an explosive atmosphere. Keep grill area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

Minimum clearance from sides and back of unit to combustible construction is

36 inches (91.4 cm). Do not use this appliance under any type of overhang or roof.

It is essential to keep the grill’s valve compartment, burners, and circulating air passages clean. Inspect grill before each use.

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.

Do not alter grill in any manner. Any alteration will void your warranty.

Use only the regulator provided. Any replacement regulator shall be 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 attempt to repair or alter the hose/regulator for any “assumed” defect. Any modification to this assembly will void your warranty and create the risk of a gas leak and fire. Use only authorized replacement parts supplied by manufacturer.

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.).

Do not install or use in or on boats or recreational vehicles.

Do not use grill in a vehicle trunk, station wagon, mini-van, sport utility vehicle (SUV) or recreational vehicle (RV).

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.

Move gas hoses as far away as possible from hot surfaces and dripping hot grease.

Do not use grill in high winds.

Never lean over grill when lighting.

Do not leave a lit grill unattended. Keep children and pets away from grill at all times.

Do not leave grill unattended while preheating or burning off food residue on HIGH. If grill has not been cleaned, a grease fire can occur that may damage the product.

Do not place empty cooking vessels on the appliance while in operation.

Use caution when placing anything on the grill while the appliance is in operation.

Do not attempt to move grill when in use. Allow the grill to cool (approximately 45 minutes) before moving or storing.

Storage of grill indoors is permissible only if the tank is disconnected, removed from the grill and properly stored outdoors.

Always open grill lid carefully and slowly as heat and steam trapped within grill can severely burn you.

Do not attempt to disconnect the gas regulator from the tank or any gas fitting while the grill is in use.

Disconnect LP gas tank when not in use.

Always use your grill on a hard, non-combustable level surface. An asphalt or blacktop surface may not be acceptable for this purpose.

Do not use directly on wooden decks.

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 and burner obstructions.

Failure to open lid while igniting the grill’s burner, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the grill does not light, may result in an explosive flame-up.

Never operate grill without heat plate installed.

Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is cooked to a safe temperature.

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.

Death, 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.	page no.
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Parts List

1	Lid Handle	55-10-366
2	Temperature Gauge	55-10-040
3	Lid	55-11-507
4	Warming Rack	55-11-508
5	Cooking Grid	55-511-509
6	Top Hinge (2)	55-10-372
7	Bottom Hinge (2)	55-14-653
8	Left Side Handle	55-10-373
9	Heat Plate Support (2)	55-09-330
10	Side Handle Heat	55-11-510
	Shield (2)
11	Bottom Bowl	55-11-511
12	Right Side Handle	55-10-376
13	Regulator/Control Knob	55-11-210
14	Heat Plate	55-11-512
15	Burner	55-11-513
16	Igniter Wire*	55-11-514
17	Lock (2)*	55-11-515
18	Bowl Heat Shield	55-11-516
19	Left Leg	55-11-517
20	Right Leg	55-111-518

* Pre assembled

Exploded View

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Hardware

A	Screw	M5x12 Zinc Plated Phillips Truss Head	8 pcs
B	Screw	M6x12 Zinc Plated Phillips Truss Head	8 pcs
C	Wing Bolt	M6x8 Zinc Plated	1 pc
D	Wing Nut	M5 Steel	8 pcs
E	Wing Nut	M6 Steel	10 pcs
F	Washer	ø5 Zinc Plated	6 pcs
G	Washer	ø6 Zinc Plated	11 pcs
H	Washer	ø6 Heat Resistant	8 pcs
I	Lock Washer	ø5 Zinc Plated	6 pcs
J	Lock Washer	ø6 Zinc Plated	11 pcs
K	Pin	ø5 x 30 Zincl Pated	2 pcs
L	Cotter Pin	ø1.4 x 30 Zincl Pated	2 pcs

Tools Required for Assembly (Included)

#2 Phillips Head Screwdriver 1 pc

Outdoor LP Gas Barbecue Grill Model No. NPG2322SS

Assembly Instructions

1	DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE.	2	Attach Temperature Gauge, Top Hinges and Lid Handle
	For assistance call 1.800.762.1142 toll free. Please have
	your owner’s manual and model number available for

reference.

Note: The model number can be found on the back or side of the grill.

For Easiest Assembly:

•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 assemble your product.

To complete assembly you will need:

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

•(1) 14.1 oz or (1) 16.4 oz LP gas tank.

Typical assembly: approximately 30 minutes.

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3	Attach Bottom Hinges	4	Attach Side Handle Heat Shields, Heat Plate Supports
			and Left and Right Side Handles

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