Weber 55278 User Manual
GENESIS
LP Gas Grill Owners Guide
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YOU MUST READ THIS OWNERS GUIDE
BEFORE
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flames.
3. Open lid
4. If odor continues, keep away from the
appliance and immediately call your gas
supplier or your fire department.
Leaking gas may cause a fire or explosion
which can cause serious bodily injury or
death, or damage to property.
1. Do not store spare liquid propane
cylinder within 10 feet (3m) of this
appliance.
2. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable liquids or vapors within 25
feet (8m) of this appliance.
OPERATING YOUR GAS GRILL
DANGER
WARNING
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55278
WARNING: Follow all leak-check
procedures carefully in this manual prior
to barbecue operation. Do this even if
the barbecue was dealer-assembled.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These instructions
must be left with the owner and the owner
should keep them for future use.
THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR
OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
WARNING: Do not try to light this
appliance without reading the “Lighting”
Instructions section of this manual
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Dangers & Warnings
DANGER
Failure to follow the Dangers, Warnings and Cautions contained in this Owner’s Manual may result in
serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.
WARNINGS
Do not store a spare or disconnected liquid propane cylinder under or near this barbecue.
Improper assembly may be dangerous. Please carefully follow the assembly instructions in this
manual.
After a period of storage, and/or nonuse, the Weber
and burner obstructions before use. See instructions in this manual for correct procedures.
Do not operate the Weber® gas barbecue if there is a gas leak present.
Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks.
Combustible materials should never be within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of your
Weber® gas barbecue.
Do not put a barbecue cover or anything flammable on, or in the storage area under the barbecue.
Your Weber® gas barbecue should never be used by children. Accessible parts of the barbecue may
be very hot. Keep young children away while it is in use.
You should exercise reasonable care when operating your Weber® gas barbecue. It will be hot during
cooking or cleaning and should never be left unattended, or moved while in operation.
Should the burners go out while in operation, turn all gas valves off. Open the lid and wait five
minutes before attempting to relight, using the lighting instructions.
Do not use charcoal or lava rock in your Weber® gas barbecue.
Never lean over open grill or place hands or fingers on the front edge of the cooking box.
Should a grease fire occur, turn off all burners and leave lid closed until fire is out.
Do not enlarge valve orifices or burner ports when cleaning the valves or burners.
The Weber® gas barbecue should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis.
Liquid propane gas is not natural gas. The conversion or attempted use of natural gas in a liquid
propane unit or liquid propane gas in a natural gas unit is dangerous and will void your warranty.
Do not attempt to disconnect any gas fitting while your barbecue is in operation.
Use heat-resistant barbecue mitts or gloves when operating barbecue.
Combustion byproducts produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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gas barbecue should be checked for gas leaks
LIQUID PROPANE GAS UNITS ONLY:
Use the regulator that is supplied with your Weber® gas barbecue.
Do not attempt to disconnect the gas regulator or any gas fitting while your barbecue is in operation.
A dented or rusty liquid propane cylinder may be hazardous and should be checked by your liquid
propane supplier. Do not use a liquid propane cylinder with a damaged valve.
Although your liquid propane cylinder may appear to be empty, gas may still be present, and the
cylinder should be transported and stored accordingly.
If you see, smell or hear the hiss of escaping gas from the liquid propane cylinder:
1. Move away from liquid propane cylinder.
2. Do not attempt to correct the problem yourself.
3. Call your fire department.
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Contents
Danger & Warnings ..................................................................................A-2
Warranty ..................................................................................................A-4
General Instructions .................................................................................A-5
Cooking ...................................................................................................A-6
Cleaning .................................................................................................. A-6
Cast Iron Cooking Grates Care Instructions .............................................. A-7
Exploded View .........................................................................................A-8
Parts List ...................................................................................................A-10
Unpacking ...............................................................................................A-11
Assembly Instructions............................................................................... B-a
Gas Instructions ....................................................................................... C-1
Leak Checking ......................................................................................... C-3
Refilling the LP Cylinder...........................................................................C-4
Safe handling tips for LP Gas ....................................................................C-5
Operating.................................................................................................D-1
Lighting ....................................................................................................D-1
Manual Lighting .......................................................................................D-2
Lighting the side burner............................................................................ D-3
Troubleshooting .......................................................................................D-4
Side Burner Troubleshooting..................................................................... D-5
Maintenance ............................................................................................E-1
Replacing Main Burners ...........................................................................E-2
Crossover® Ignition SystemOperations ......................................................E-2
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Warranty
Weber-Stephen Products Co. (Weber) hereby warrants to
the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this Weber
it will be free of defects in material and workmanship from
the date of purchase as follows:
Aluminum Castings, lifetime, 1 year paint
Porcelain Hood Section, 25 years
Burners, 10 years
Igniter, 3 years
Cooking Grates, 5 years against
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Flavorizer
Thermoplastic/Thermoset Parts, 10 years Excluding
All Remaining Parts, 5 years,
when assembled and operated in accordance with the
printed instructions accompanying it.
Weber may require reasonable proof of your date of
purchase. THEREFORE, YOU SHOULD RETAIN YOUR
SALES SLIP OR INVOICE.
This Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair or
replacement of parts that prove defective under normal
use and service and which on examination shall indicate,
to Weber’s satisfaction, they are defective. Before
returning any parts, contact the Customer service
representative in your region using the contact information
sheet provided with your manual. If Weber
defect and approves the claim, Weber® will elect to
replace such parts without charge. If you are required to
return defective parts, transportation charges must be
prepaid. Weber® will return parts to the purchaser, freight
or postage prepaid.
This Limited Warranty does not cover any failures or
operating difficulties due to accident, abuse, misuse,
alteration, misapplication, vandalism, improper installation
or improper maintenance or service, or failure to perform
normal and routine maintenance, including but not limited
to damage caused by insects within the burner tubes, as
set out in this owner’s manual.
Deterioration or damage due to severe weather conditions
such as hail, hurricanes, earthquakes or tornadoes,
discoloration due to exposure to chemicals either directly
or in the atmosphere, is not covered by this Limited
Warranty.
Bars, 1 year no rust
manufacturer defects
through
fading
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gas grill that
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confirms the
There are no other express warrants except as set forth
herein and any applicable implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness are limited in duration to the
period of coverage of this express written Limited Warranty.
Some regions do not allow limitation on how long an
implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may not apply to
you.
Weber® is not liable for any special, indirect or
consequential damages. Some regions do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to
you.
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Weber
assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection
with the sale, installation, use, removal, return, or
replacement of its equipment; and no such representations
are binding on Weber®.
This Warranty applies only to products sold at retail.
WEBER-STEPHEN PRODUCTS CO.
Customer Service Center
1890 Roselle Road, Suite 308
Schaumburg, IL 60195
USA
LP Cylinder
The LP cylinder manufacturer is responsible for the
materials, workmanship and performance of the cylinder. If
the cylinder has a defect, malfunctions, or you have a
question regarding the cylinder, call the cylinder
manufacturer’s customer service center. The phone
number is on the warning label, which is permanently
attached to the cylinder. If the cylinder manufacturer has
not resolved the issue to your satisfaction, then call WeberStephen Products Co., Customer Service Center.
does not authorize any person or company to
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General Instructions
Your Weber® gas barbecue is a portable outdoor cooking
appliance. With the Weber® gas barbecue you can grill,
barbecue, roast and bake with results that are difficult to
duplicate with indoor kitchen appliances. The closed lid
and Flavorizer® Bars produce that “outdoor” flavor in the
food.
The Weber® gas barbecue is portable so you can easily
change its location in your yard or on your patio. Portability
means you can take your Weber® gas barbecue with, if you
move.
Liquid Propane (LP) gas supply is easy to use and gives
you more cooking control than charcoal fuel.
• These instructions will give you the minimum
requirements for assembling your Weber® gas
barbecue. Please read the instructions carefully before
using your Weber® gas barbecue. Improper assembly
can be dangerous.
• Not for use by children.
• If there are local codes that apply to portable gas grills,
you will have to conform to them. If there are no local
codes, you must conform to the latest edition of the
National Fuel Gas Code: ANSI Z 223.1.
• The pressure regulator supplied with the Weber® gas
barbecue must be used. This regulator is set for 10.5
inches of water column (pressure).
• This Weber® gas barbecue is designed for use with
liquid propane (LP) gas only. Do not use with natural
(piped in city) gas. The valves, orifices, hose and
regulator are for LP gas only.
• Do not use with charcoal fuel.
• Check that the area under the control panel and the
bottom tray are free from debris that might obstruct the
flow of combustion or ventilation air.
• The areas around the LP cylinder must be free and
clear from debris.
For Installation in Canada
These instructions, while generally acceptable, do not
necessarily comply with the Canadian Installation codes,
particularly with piping above and below ground. In
Canada the installation of this appliance must comply with
local codes and/or Standard CAN/CGA-B149.2
(Installation Code for Propane Burning Appliances and
Equipment).
Storage and/or Nonuse
• The gas must be turned off at the liquid propane cylinder
when the Weber® gas barbecue is not in use.
• When the Weber
gas supply must be DISCONNECTED and the LP
cylinder stored outdoors in a well-ventilated space.
• LP cylinder must be stored outdoors in a well -ventilated
area out of reach of children. Disconnected LP cylinder
must not be stored in a building, garage or any other
enclosed area.
• When the LP cylinder is not disconnected from the
Weber® gas barbecue, the appliance and LP tank must
be kept outdoors in a well-ventilated space.
• The Weber
leaks and any obstructions in the burner tubes before
using. (See Sections: “General Maintenance and
Annual Maintenance.”)
• Check that the areas under the control panel and the
slide out bottom tray are free from debris that might
obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air.
• The Spider /Insect Screens should also be checked for
any obstructions. (See Section: “Annual Maintenance.”)
Operating
WARNING: Only use this barbecue outdoors in a
well-ventilated area. Do not use in a garage,
building, breezeway or any other enclosed area.
WARNING: Never use your Weber® gas barbecue
under an unprotected combustible roof or
overhang.
WARNING: Your Weber® gas barbecue is not
intended to be installed in or on recreational
vehicles and/or boats.
WARNING: Do not use combustible materials within
24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of the
grill.
WARNING: The entire cooking box gets hot when in
use. Do not leave unattended.
WARNING: Keep any electrical supply cord and the
fuel supply hose away from any heated surface.
WARNING: Keep the cooking area clear of
flammable vapors and liquids such as gasoline,
alcohol, etc., and combustible materials.
WARNING: Never store an extra (spare) LP cylinder
under or near the Weber® gas barbecue.
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gas barbecue is stored indoors, the
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gas barbecue should be checked for gas
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General Instructions
Cooking
WARNING: Do not move the Weber® gas barbecue
when operating or while barbecue is hot.
You can adjust the FRONT and BACK burners as desired.
The control settings: High (H), Medium (M), Low (L), or Off
(O) are described in your Weber® cookbook. The cookbook
uses these notations to describe the settings of the
FRONT and BACK burners. For example, to sear steaks,
you would set all burners at H (high). Then to complete
cooking, you would set FRONT and BACK at M (medium).
Refer to your Weber® cookbook for detailed cooking
instructions.
Note: The temperature inside your cooking box for the first
few uses, while surfaces are still very reflective, may be
hotter than those shown in your cookbook. Cooking
conditions. Such as wind and weather, may require the
adjustment of the burner controls to obtain the correct
cooking temperatures.
CAUTION: Replace thermometer in lid when not in
use. Do not leave thermometer in food while
cooking.
If burners go out during cooking, open lid, turn off all
burners and wait five minutes before relighting.
Preheating - Your Weber® gas barbecue is an energy-
efficient appliance. It operates at an economical low BTU
rate. To preheat: after lighting, close lid and turn all burners
to high (HH). Preheating to between 500° and 550° F (260°
and 290° C) will take 10 to 15 minutes depending on
conditions such as air temperature and wind.
Drippings and grease - The Flavorizer® bars are
designed to “smoke” the correct amount of drippings for
flavorful cooking. Excess drippings and grease will
accumulate in the catch pan under the slide out bottom
tray. Disposable foil drip pans are available that fit the catch
pan.
WARNING: Check the bottom tray for grease build-
up before each use. Remove excess grease to avoid
a grease fire in the slide out bottom tray.
Cleaning
WARNING: Turn your Weber® gas barbecue OFF and
wait for it to cool before cleaning.
CAUTION: Do not clean your Flavorizer® bars or
cooking grates in a self-cleaning oven.
For availability of replacement cooking grates and
Flavorizer® bars contact the
Customer Service Representative in your region using
the contact information sheet
provided with your manual.
Outside surfaces - Use a warm soapy water solution to
clean, then rinse with water.
CAUTION: Do not use oven cleaner, abrasive
cleansers (kitchen cleansers) cleaners that contain
citrus products, or abrasive cleaning pads on
barbecue or cart surfaces.
Slide out Bottom tray - Remove excess grease, then
wash with warm soapy water, then rinse
Flavorizer® bars and Cooking grates - Clean with a
suitable brass bristle brush. As needed, remove from grill
and wash with warm soapy water, then rinse with water.
Catch pan - Disposable foil trays are available, or you can
line the catch pan with aluminum foil. To clean the catch
pan, wash with warm soapy water, then rinse.
Thermometer - Wipe with warm soapy water; clean with
plastic scrub ball. Do not put in dishwasher or submerge in
water.
Inside cooking module - Brush any debris off of burner
tubes. DO NOT ENLARGE BURNER PORTS
(OPENINGS). Wash inside of cooking box with warm
soapy water and a water rinse.
Inside Lid - While lid is warm, wipe inside with paper towel
to prevent grease build-up. Flaking built-up grease
resembles paint flakes.
Stainless steel surfaces - Wash with a soft cloth and a
soap and water solution. Be careful to scrub with the grain
direction of the stainless steel.
Thermoset surfaces - Wash with a soft cloth and a soap
and water solution.
Do not use cleaners that contain acid, mineral spirits
or xylene. Rinse well after cleaning.
Thermoset work surfaces are not to be used as cutting
boards.
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Cast Iron Cooking Grates Care Instructions
WARNING: Follow all safety instructions provided
with your barbecue. Do not drop cast iron grates,
they will break.
First Time Use - Wash thoroughly with a mild dishwashing
liquid to remove the wax coating used for protection in
shipping. Rinse with warm water and dry completely with a
soft cloth or paper towel. NEVER ALLOW TO DRAIN DRY,
OR WASH IN A DISHWASHER. You must season the
grates before first use to prevent rust and keep foods from
sticking.
Seasoning Cast Iron Grates - A SOLID vegetable
shortening is recommended for the initial seasoning.
Spread a thin coating of solid vegetable shortening over
entire surface of the cast iron grates with a paper towel. Be
certain the entire surface, including all corners, has been
coated thoroughly. (Do not use salted fat such as
margarine or butter.)
Tu rn burners to M-O-M with lid closed (M = Medium,
O = Off, H = High, L = Low. Turn burners to M-M if you
have a two burner Silver A model). Preheat grill for 10
minutes. Place cast iron grates back in grill. Allow grill to
heat for 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Turn all burners to OFF. Leave
grates in barbecue until they are cool. Your cast iron grates
are now ready to use.
Maintenance - Brush debris off with a steel bristled wire
brush.
Reseasoning - After each use the grates may be
reseasoned by coating with a solid vegetable shortening,
closing the lid and leaving the cast iron grates in grill until it
is cool.
Tips - The cast iron grates will turn black with use. The
pores of the iron will be sealed, providing a durable coating
that helps to prevent foods from sticking. The grates will
further season with use. REGULAR APPLICATIONS OF
SOLID VEGETABLE SHORTENING WILL IMPROVE ITS
RESISTANCE TO RUST.
Rust, a metallic taste or discolored foods are signs of
improper or inadequate seasoning or may result from
cooking acidic foods If rust occurs you can remove the rust
with a steel brush. Then re-season the grates.
Caution
To prevent rusting the cast iron cooking grates should be
re-seasoned frequently, particularly when new. Rusting is
not a manufacturers defect.
Since cast iron holds heat well, you will not need to use
extremely high cooking temperatures. Best results are
obtained with medium to medium-high heat. Do not
overheat.
As with all cast iron, the more the use, the easier the
maintenance.
Note: Prior to storing, grease very lightly with solid
vegetable shortening, then wipe dry with a paper
towel. Store in a dry place.
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Exploded View
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Exploded View List
1. Hinge Pin
2. Left Endcap
3. Shroud
4. Handle
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5. Warm-Up
6. Warming Rack
7. Cast Iron Cooking Grates
8. Flavorizer
9. Cooking Box
10. 1/4-20 keps nut
11. Slide Out Bottom Tray
12. Work Surface
13. Catch Pan Holder
14. Left Rear Trim Assembly Arm
15. 1/4 - 14 x 5/8 inch bolt
16. Left Trim Piece
17. Left Front Trim Assembly Arm
18. 1/4 - 20 x 2-1/4 inch bolt
19. Wing Nut
20. Swing Up Table Assembly
21. 1/4 - 20 x 1 inch bolt
22. Nylon Washer
23. Caster Frame
24. Caster
25. Bottom Rack
26. Wheel
27. Hubcap
Basket
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28. Hair Pin Cotter
29. Right Endcap
30. Thermometer
31. Handle Hardware
32. Control Panel Knobs
33. Control Panel
34. Control Panel Hardware
35. Crossover® Ignition Button
36. Crossover® tube
37. Front / Rear Burner
38. Center Burner
39. Manifold Hardware
40. Manifold, Hose and regulator (assembled)
41. Catch Pan
42. Disposable Drip Pan
43. Igniter
44. Top Frame Assembly
45. Side Burner
46. Right Rear Trim Assembly Arm
47. Right Trim Piece
48. Right Front Trim Assembly Arm
49. Fuel Gauge
50. Front Panel
51. Cylinder Glides
52. Wheel Frame
53. LP Tank
54. 1/4 - 20 x 1 3/4 inch bolt
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Cooking Box Assembly - 1
Parts List
Side Burner - 1
Caster Frame - 1
Wheel Frame - 1
Flavorizer
Warm-Up
Warming Rack - 1
Cast Iron Cooking Grate - 2
Bottom Tray - 1
Catch-Pan Holder - 1
Catch-Pan - 1
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Bars - 5
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Basket - 1
Bottom Rack - 1
Left Trim Assembly - 1
Swing Up Table - 1
Side Table - 1
Right Trim Assembly - 1
Disposable Drip Pans - 2
Thermometer - 1
1 inch Bolts (1/4 x 20 x 1 inch Bolt) - 8
Nylon Washer - 8
Wrench - 1
LP Tank - 1
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