Viking VGSB244T User Manual

OUTDOOR—COOKING

Built-In Gas Side Burner, 24”W. Rangetop,

Wok/Cooker, & TruSear™Infrared Grillers

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All models include

• Push-button electronic ignition
(battery-powered) provides a
positive, consistent, and continuous
spark for easy lighting

• Large, easy-to-read knob(s) with
childproof, push-to-turn safety
feature

• For built-in installation only (can be
installed adjacent to or separately
from grills)

• Heavy-duty commercial-type size,
construction (stainless steel), design,
and styling
o Heavy-duty porcelain-coated grates

or grids (removable) prevent food
sticking and make cleanup easy

• Full-width, pull-out, removable drip
tray with full-length handle, and
removable grease pan
o Stainless steel ball-bearing roller

glides allow drip tray to pull out

easily and remain level when fully
extended

• Stainless steel landing ledge with
solid, welded, seamless finish

• Standard stainless steel island trim
and countertop side trim

• Includes protective stainless steel
cover with handle provides protection
from the elements

• Must specify fuel type—natural gas or
LP/propane

VGSB152T (Side Burner)
model includes

• Two 15,000 BTU burners

• Removable stainless steel grate
support with separately removable
stainless steel burner bowls for easy
cleanup

• “V” grates provide continuous front­to-rear surface for easy movement of
large stock pots

VGRT244T (Rangetop)
model includes

• Four 15,000 BTU burners

• Removable stainless steel grate
support with separately removable
stainless steel burner bowls for easy
cleanup

• “V” grates provide continuous front­to-rear surface for easy movement of
large stock pots

VGWT241T (24”W.
Wok/Cooker) model includes

• Agency-certified for outdoor use

• 27,500 BTU burner for high-heat/fast
cooking

• Two-piece grate

• Exclusive—agency-approved center
trivet converts burner grate for use
with large stock pots

• 20” steel wok with lid included

FINISH DETAILS FOR VGSB, VGRT, & VGWT
MODELS

• Stainless Steel (SS)
o Black porcelain grate(s) and knob(s).

• Brass Trim Option (BR)—nameplate,
drip tray/pull, and knob bezel(s). Brass
components have a durable protective
coating for maintenance-free normal
use.

Standard Features & Accessories

Model Options

ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

You must specify fuel type (“N” or “L”) following model number (VGSB152TNSS).
If ordering optional brass trim, specify code at end (VGSB152TNSSBR).

VGSB152T

Double Side Burner

VGWT241T

24”W. Wok/Cooker

VGRT244T

24”W. Rangetop

OUTDOOR—COOKING

Built-In Gas Side Burner, 24”W. Rangetop,

Wok/Cooker, & TruSear™Infrared Grillers

PLANNING AND DESIGN GUIDE

VIKINGRANGE.COM • 1-888-VIKING1

RELEASED 12/1/07

©2007 VRC—INFORMATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE

All models include

• Push-button electronic ignition

(battery-powered) provides a positive,
consistent, and continuous spark for
easy lighting

• Large, easy-to-read knob(s) with

childproof, push-to-turn safety feature

• For built-in installation only (can be

installed adjacent to or separately
from grills)

• Heavy-duty commercial-type size,

construction (stainless steel), design,
and styling
o Heavy-duty porcelain-coated grates

or grids (removable) prevent food
sticking and make cleanup easy

• Full-width, pull-out, removable drip

tray with full-length handle, and
removable grease pan

o Stainless steel ball-bearing roller

glides allow drip tray to pull out
easily and remain level when fully
extended

• Stainless steel landing ledge with
solid, welded, seamless finish

• Standard stainless steel island trim and
countertop side trim

• Includes protective stainless steel
cover with handle provides protection
from the elements

• Must specify fuel type—natural gas or
LP/propane

VGIB151T/242T (TruSear

™

Infrared Griller) models include

• Constructed of heavy-duty inconel
stainless steel —a nickel/chromium
alloy with an impressive high-

temperature corrosion resistance
o Porcelain cooking grids
o Intense searing heat caramelizes the

outside of food, locking in natural
juices and flavors

• VGIB151T (15”W.)—21,500 BTU

high; 14,500 BTU low

• VGIB242T (24”W.)—43,000 BTU

high; 14,500 BTU low

o Drippings are vaporized from

intense heat, generating flavor and
preventing flare-ups

o Reduced cooking times due to short

preheat time and intense heat

o Versatile—cooks everything from

thick steaks and chops to seafood
and vegetables

FINISH DETAILS FOR VGIB MODELS

• Stainless Steel (SS)

• Brass Trim Option (BR)—nameplate and
knob bezel(s). Brass components have a
durable protective coating for
maintenance-free normal use.

Standard Features & Accessories

Model Options

ORDERING INSTRUCTIONS

You must specify fuel type (“N” or “L”) following model number (VGIB151TNSS).
If ordering optional brass trim, specify code at end (VGIB151TNSSBR).

VGIB151T

15”W. TruSear

Infrared Griller

VGIB242T

24”W. TruSear

Infrared Griller

OUTDOOR—COOKING

Built-In Gas Side Burner, 24”W. Rangetop,

Wok/Cooker, & TruSear™Infrared Grillers

PLANNING AND DESIGN GUIDE

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RELEASED 12/1/07

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Please see

Installation Notes &

Accessories

for important

information,

including fuel

conversion kits and

bases.

VGSB152T VGRT244T VGWT241T

Overall width 15-5/16” (38.9 cm) 26-1/4” (66.7 cm) 26-1/4” (66.7 cm)
Overall height

To cooking surface 10-1/2” (26.7 cm) 10-1/2” (26.7 cm) 11-3/4” (29.8 cm)

Overall depth

To end of landing ledge 31-9/16” (80.2 cm)
To end of knobs 32-5/8” (82.9 cm)

Approx. ship wt. lbs. (kg) 80 (36.3) 160 (72.0) 145 (66.0)

Dimensions & Specifications

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

31-9/16”

(80.2 cm)

32-5/8”

(82

.9 cm)

26-1/4”

(66.7 cm)

11

-3/4”

(29

.8 cm)

VGSB152T

Double Side Burner

VGRT244T

24”W. Rangetop

VGWT241T

24”W. Wok/Cooker

31-9

/16”

(80.2cm)

32-5/8”

(82.9 cm)

15-5/16”

(38.9

cm)

10-1

/2”

(26.7 cm)

VGSB152T

VGWT241T

31-9

/16”

(80.2cm)

32-5/8”

(82.9 cm)

26-1/4”

(66.7 cm)

10-1

/2”

(26.7

cm)

VGRT244T

OUTDOOR—COOKING

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Wok/Cooker, & TruSear™Infrared Grillers

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31-9/16”

(80.2 cm)

32-5/8”

(82.9 cm)

26-1/4”

(66.7 cm)

10-1

/2”

(26

.7 cm)

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Please see

Installation Notes &

Accessories

for important

information,

including fuel

conversion kits and

bases.

31-9/16

”

(80.2cm)

32-5

/8”

(82.9 cm)

15-5/16”

(38.9 cm)

10-1/2”

(26.7 cm)

VGIB151T VGIB242T

Overall width 15-5/16” (38.9 cm) 26-1/4” (66.7 cm)
Overall height

To cooking surface 10-1/2” (26.7 cm)

Overall depth

To end of landing ledge 31-9/16” (80.2 cm)
To end of knobs 32-5/8” (82.9 cm)

Approx. ship wt. lbs. (kg) 80 (36.3) 160 (72.0)

Dimensions & Specifications

PRODUCT DIMENSIONS

VGIB151T

15”W. TruSear

Infrared Griller

VGIB151T

VGIB242T

VGIB242T

24”W. TruSear

Infrared Griller

36”

(91.1 cm)

10-1/4”

(26.0 cm)

14”

(35.6 cm)

5”

(12.7 cm)

5”

(

12.
7

cm)

6” mi

n

.

(

1

5

.

2

cm)

2

7

-1/2”

(

6

9.9

cm)

Gas inlet
pipe location

36”

(91.1

cm)

10-

1/4”

(26.0 cm)

24-3/4”

(62.9

cm)

5”

(

12.
7

cm)

6” min.

(15.2

cm)

2

7

-1/2”

(

6

9

.

9

cm)

5”

(12.7 cm)

Gas inlet
pipe location

OUTDOOR—COOKING

Built-In Gas Side Burner, 24”W. Rangetop,

Wok/Cooker, & TruSear™Infrared Grillers

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RELEASED 12/1/07

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Dimensions & Specifications

CUTOUT DIMENSIONS

VGSB152T/VGIB151T VGRT244T/VGWT241T/VGIB242T

VGSB152T VGRT244T VGWT241T VGIB151T VGIB242T

Cutout width 14” (35.6 cm) 24-3/4” (62.9 cm) 24-3/4” (62.9 cm) 14” (35.6 cm) 24-3/4” (62.9 cm)
Cutout height 10-1/4” (26.0 cm)
Cutout depth 27-1/2” (69.9 cm) 27-1/2” (69.9 cm) 27-3/8”(69.5 cm) min. to 27-1/2” (69.9 cm) 27-1/2” (69.9 cm)

27-7/8” (70.8 cm) max.

15”W. SIDEBURNERS & GRILLERS

1. Maintain a minimum of 6” (15.2 cm)
from the sides of the side burners
(above the cooking surface) to
adjacent vertical combustible
construction. Do not install under
overhead, unprotected combustible
construction.

2. Allow at least 6” side clearance to
non-combustible construction above
the cooking surface for counter space.

3. When choosing a suitable location,
consider factors such as wind
exposure, proximity to traffic paths,
keeping gas supply lines as short as
possible. Install only in a well­ventilated area. Never install in a
building, garage, breezeway, shed, or
other such fully enclosed areas.

24”W. RANGETOP/WOK/GRILLER

PROXIMITY TO CABINET INSTALLATION
The unit may be installed directly
adjacent to the existing base cabinets.
The side trim must be 3/8” (0.95 cm)
above the adjacent base cabinet
countertop. There is a 0” side and rear
clearance to non-combustible surfaces.
The unit cannot be installed directly
adjacent to combustible sidewalls. There
must be a minimum of 6” (15.2 cm) side
and rear clearance from the unit to such
combustible surfaces. This unit cannot be
placed under an overhead which is
unprotected and combustible.

VGRT244T

24”W. Rangetop

GAS

Burner rating

• VGSB152T—Two grated
burners @ 15,000 BTU (4.4 kW)
Nat./13,500 BTU LP (4.0 kW)

• VGRT244T—Four grated
burners @ 15,000 BTU (4.4 kW)
Nat./13,500 BTU LP (4.0 kW)

• VGWT241T—One grated
burner @ 27,500 BTU (8.1 kW)
Nat./LP

• VGIB151T—One infrared grill
burner @ 21,500 BTU (6.3 kW)
Nat./20,000 BTU (5.9 kW) LP

• VGIB242T—Two infrared grill
burners, each @ 21,500 BTU
(6.3 kW) Nat./20,000 BTU (5.9
kW) LP

• Fixed piping installations

o Check with local gas utility

company or with local codes
for instructions on installing
gas supply lines. All gas
connections should be made
by a competent technician
and in accordance with local
codes and or ordinances. In
the absence of codes, the
installation must comply with
the National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z223.1.

o An installer-supplied gas

shut-off valve must be
installed in an easily
accessible location. All
installer-supplied parts must
conform to local codes.

o Must be isolated from the

gas supply piping system by
closing its individual manual

shut-off valve during any
pressure testing of that
system at test pressures
equal to or less than 1/2 psi
(3.5 kPa).

• Natural gas models (and
LP/propane, for VGWT only)

o Water column pressure

• Operating pressure—4.0”

WCP

• Supply pressure of 6” –

14” WCP

• If incoming pressure

exceeds 14” WCP, a step­down regulator is required.

o Accepts standard residential

1/2” (1.3 cm) ID gas service
line; 1/2” (1.3 cm) NPT male
with 7/8” (2.2 cm) flare
adapter.

o If using a Viking GSH12

flexible hose, remove the
1/2” (1.3 cm) flare adapter
and attach hose to the 7/8”
(2.2 cm) male flare on the
regulator assembly.

• LP/propane models

o Water column pressure

• Operating pressure—10

”

WCP

• Supply pressure of 11” –

14” WCP (for fixed piping
installations)

• If incoming pressure

exceeds 14” WCP, a step­down regulator is required.

o Accepts standard residential

1/2” (1.3 cm) ID gas service
line; 1/2” (1.3 cm) NPT male
with 3/8” (0.95) flare adapter.

• LP/propane tank installations

o Water column pressure

• Operating pressure—10”

WCP

o Includes high-capacity

hose/regulator assembly for
connection to a standard 5­gal./20-lb. (approx. 12”
diameter/18”H.) LP/propane
gas cylinder equipped with a
Type 1, QCC-1 connector

• The cylinder connection

device must be compatible
with the Type 1, QCC-1
connector on the outdoor
cooking appliance.

• The cylinder must be

provided with a shut­off valve terminating in an
LP/propane gas supply
cylinder valve outlet
specified.

• The cylinder supply system

must be arranged for
vapor withdrawal and
provided with a listed OPD
(overfilling prevention
device).

ELECTRICAL

• 9-volt DC battery for
electronic ignition (not
included?)

• Max. amp usage
o VGWT—0.08

PLUMBING

Not applicable

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OUTDOOR—COOKING

Built-In Gas Side Burner, 24”W. Rangetop,

Wok/Cooker, & TruSear™Infrared Grillers

UTILITY

REQUIREMENTS

VGSB152T

Double Side Burner

VGWT241T

24”W. Wok/Cooker

VGIB151T

15”W. TruSear

Infrared Griller

VGIB242T

24”W. TruSear

Infrared Griller

Installation Requirements

OUTDOOR—COOKING

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Wok/Cooker, & TruSear™Infrared Grillers

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Gas Conversion Kits

• For field conversions

• Conversions should be performed only by an authorized technician

• Kit includes all hardware necessary for conversion

12’ Natural Gas Supply Hose & Quick Disconnect Assembly

• For use with natural gas fuel supply

• For outdoor use only with portable appliances that may be moved for convenience of operation

• Valve in the socket automatically allows full gas flow when the plug is connected, and prevents gas flow when the plug
is disconnected

• Kit includes quick disconnect socket with female pipe threads, plug/hose assembly, and adapter to mate with female
fitting on the grill (remove for mating hose to male fittings)

Stainless Steel Cabinetry-Bases

• Stainless Steel (SS)

• Must be installed with locally supplied countertop

• See individual product pages (storage section) for more information and additional specifications on these multi-use bases

Compliance Information

WARRANTY SUMMARY*

• One-year full warranty—complete product

• Lifetime limited warranty—rust through on all stainless steel components

• Five-year limited warranty—grill burners (VGSB & VGWT models) or infrared burner (VGIB models)

• Ninety-day limited warranty—cosmetic parts such as glass, painted, and decorative items

* For complete warranty see

Use & Care Guide

. Warranty valid on Viking products shipped within the United States and Canada.

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Installation Notes & Accessories

Model Description Approx. ship wt. lbs. (kg)

TNK-VGBQ Conversion kit—LP/propane to natural (for side burner and rangetop) 3 (1.2)
TLPK-VGBQ Conversion kit—natural to LP/propane (for side burner and rangetop) 3 (1.2)
TNK-VGIQ Conversion kit—LP/propane to natural (for grillers) 3 (1.2)
TLPK-VGIQ Conversion kit—natural to LP/propane (for grillers) 3 (1.2)

Model Description Approx. ship wt. lbs. (kg)

GSH12 Supply hose/disconnect assembly 3 (1.4)

Model Description Approx. ship wt. lbs. (kg)

VBBO1601 Base (for 15”W. side burners or 15”W. TruSear griller) 104 (47.2)
VBBO2602 Base (for wok/cooker, 24”W. TruSear griller, or 24”W. rangetop) 160 (72.6)