Weber Genesis 55826 Owner's Manual

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YOU MUST READ THIS OWNERS GUIDE

BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GASGRILL

A_ DANGER

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.

A_ WARNING

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.

A_ 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.

OUTDOOR USE ONLY.

I HIS GAS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR

A_WARNING: Do not try to light this

appliance without reading the "Lighting"

Instructions section of this manual.

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DANGERSANDWARNINGS............................................................ 3

WARRANTY ......................................................................... 4

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ............................................................. 5

For installation in Canada...................................................................................................... 5

Operating ..................................................................................................................... 5

Storage and/or Nonuse ....................................................................................................... 5

Cooking ...................................................................................................................... 6

Cleaning ...................................................................................................................... 6

GASINSTRUCTIONS .................................................................. 7

Important LP Cylinder Information ............................................................................................. 7

Connecting the Liquid Propane Cylinder ....................................................................................... 7

Check that all burner valves are off ............................................................................................ 7

Remove control panel and burner control knobs ................................................................................ 8

Check for gas leaks ........................................................................................................... 9

Refilling the Liquid Propane Cylinder ........................................................................................... 10

Checking the fuel level in your tank ............................................................................................ 10

Safe handling tips for Liquid Propane Gas Cylinders ............................................................................ 11

OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONS ........................................................... 12

Lighting ....................................................................................................................... 12

Manual Lighting ............................................................................................................... 13

Lighting the Side Burner ...................................................................................................... 14

TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................. 15

SIDE BURNER TROUBLESHOOTING ..................................................... 16

Side Burner maintenance ...................................................................................................... 16

MAINTENANCE ...................................................................... 17

Weber _Spider/insect screens ................................................................................................ 17

Annual Maintenance .......................................................................................................... 17

Main Burner Flame Pattern .................................................................................................... 18

Main Burner Cleaning Procedure .............................................................................................. 18

Replacing Main Burners ....................................................................................................... 18

Crossover _Ignition Systern Operations ......................................................................................... 19

Failure to follow the Dangers, Warnings and Cautions contained in this Owner's Manual may result in serious

I A_DANGER

bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.

A_WARNINGS

A_ Do not store a spare or disconnected liquid propane cylinder under or near this barbecue.
A_ Improper assembly may be dangerous. Please follow the assembly instructions carefully.

A_After a period of storage, and/or nonuse, the Weber ®gas barbecue should be checked for gas leaks and burner

obstructions before use. See instructions in this manual for correct procedures.

A_ Do not operate the Weber ®gas barbecue if there is a gas leak present.
A_ Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks.

A_ Combustible materials should never be within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of your Weber _ gas

barbecue.

A_ Do not put a barbecue cover or anything flammable on, or in the storage area under the barbecue.
A_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.

A_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.

A_ 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.

A_ Do not use charcoal or lava rock in your Weber ®gas barbecue.
A_ Never lean over open grill or place hands or fingers on the front edge of the cooking box.

A_ Should a grease fire occur, turn off all burners and leave lid closed until fire is out.
A_ Do not enlarge valve orifices or burner ports when cleaning the valves or burners.

A_The Weber ®gas barbecue should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis.
A_ 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.

A_ Do not attempt to disconnect any gas fitting while your barbecue is in operation.
A_ Use heat-resistant barbecue mitts or gloves when operating barbecue.

A_ Keep any electrical supply cord and the fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces.
A_ Combustion byproducts produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the state of California to

cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

A_ Do not use this barbecue unless all parts are in place. The unit must be properly assembled according to the

instructions outlined in the "Assembly Instruction" section of the Owner's Guide.

LIQUID PROPANE GAS UNITS ONLY:

A_ Use the regulator that is supplied with your Weber ®gas barbecue.
A_ Do not attempt to disconnect the gas regulator or any gas fitting while your barbecue is in operation.

A_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.

A_Although your liquid propane cylinder may appear to be empty, gas may still be present, and the cylinder should

be transported and stored accordingly.

A_ 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.

Weber-Stephen Products Co. (Weber) hereby warrants to the ORIGINAL
PURCHASER of this Weber _ gas grill that it will be free of defects in material
and workmanship from the date of purchase as follows:

Aluminum Castings, lifetime, 1 year paint

Stainless Steel Hood Section, 25 years

Porcelain Hood Section, 25 years

Burners, 10 years

Igniter, 3 years

Porcelain Enameled

Cooking Grates, 3 years no rust

through

Porcelain Enameled Cast Iron

Cooking Grates,

5 years no rust
through

Stainless Steel Cooking Grates,

7 years no rust
through

Porcelain Enameled

Flavorizer _Bars,

1 year no rust
through

Stainless Steel

Flavorize¢ >Bars,

5 year no rust
through

Thermoplastic/Thermoset Parts,

10 years Excluding
fading

Rotisserie and all related

components, 1 year

All Remaining Parts, 5 years

There are no other express warrants except as set forth herein and any ap-
plicable implied warranties of merchantability and fitness are limited in dura-
tion 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.

Weber does not authorize any person or company to 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

For replacement parts call:

1-800-446-1071
www.weber.com ®

when assembled and operated in accordance with the printed instructions
accompanying it.

Weber may require reasonable proof of your date of purchase. THERE-
FORE, 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 area using

the contact information on our website. If Weber confirms the 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.

YourWeberegasbarbecueisaportableoutdoorcookingappliance.Withthe
Weber¢gasbarbecueyoucangrill,barbecue,roastandbakewithresults
thataredifficulttoduplicatewithindoorkitchenappliances.Theclosedlid

andFlavorizer¢Barsproducethat"outdoor"flavorinthefood.
TheWeber¢gasbarbecueisportablesoyoucaneasilychangeitslocation

inyouryardoronyourpatio.PortabilitymeansyoucantakeyourWeber¢
gasbarbecuewith,ifyoumove.
LiquidPropane(LP)gassupplyiseasytouseandgivesyoumorecooking

controlthancharcoalfuel.

• Theseinstructionswillgiveyoutheminimumrequirementsfor
assemblingyourWeber¢gasbarbecue.Pleasereadtheinstructions

carefullybeforeusingyourWebere>gasbarbecue.Improperassembly
canbedangerous.

• Notforusebychildren.

• Iftherearelocalcodesthatapplytoportablegasgrills,youwillhaveto
conformtothem.Iftherearenolocalcodes,youmustconformtothe

latesteditionoftheNationalFuelGasCode:ANSIZ223.1/NFPA54,or
CAN/CGA-B149.1,NaturalGasandPropaneInstallationCode.

• ThepressureregulatorsuppliedwiththeWeber¢gasbarbecuemustbe
used.Thisregulatorissetfor10.5inchesofwatercolumn(pressure).

• ThisWeber¢gasbarbecueisdesignedforusewithliquidpropane
(LP)gasonly.Donotusewithnatural(pipedincity)gas.Thevalves,

orifices,hoseandregulatorareforLPgasonly.

• Donotusewithcharcoalfuel.

• Checkthattheareaunderthecontrolpanelandthebottomtrayarefree
fromdebristhatmightobstructtheflowofcombustionorventilationair.

• TheareasaroundtheLPcylindermustbefreeandclearfromdebris.

• Replacementpressureregulatorsandhoseassembliesmustbethose
specifiedbytheoutdoorcookinggasappliancemanufacturer.

FORINSTALLATION 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).

STORAGEAND/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 barbecue is stored indoors, the 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 e gas barbecue,
the appliance and LP tank must be kept outdoors in a well-ventilated

space.

• The Weber e gas barbecue should be checked for gas 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 ventila-
tion air.

• The Spider/Insect Screens should also be checked for any obstructions.

(See Section: "Annual Maintenance.")

OPERATING
/k 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: Your Weber ®gas barbecue shah not be

used ur_der overhead combustible construction.

/k WARNING: Your WebeP gas barbecue is not intended

to be installed in or on recreational vehicles and/or

boats.

/k WARNING: Do not use the barbecue within 24 inches

of combustible materials, top, bottom, back or sides
of the grill.

/k WARNING: The entire cooking box gets hot when in

use. Do not leave unattended.

/k WARNING: Keep any electrical supply cord and the

fuel supply hose away from any heated surface.

/k WARNING: Keep the cooking area clear of flammable

vapors and liquids such as gasoline, alcohol, etc., and
combustible materials.

/k WARNING: Never store an extra (spare) LP cylinder

under or near the Weber ® gas barbecue.

/k WARNING: The LP cylinder used with your barbecue

must be with an OPD (Overfilling Prevention Device)
and a QCC1 or Type 1 (CGA810) cylinder connection.
The cylinder connection must be compatible with the

barbecue connection.

COOKING

/k 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

Webere 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 e 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.

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.

A,,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
/k WARNING: Turn your Weber ®gas barbecue OFF and

wait for it to cool before cleaning.

/k 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 area using the

contact information on our web site. Log onto www.weber.com ®.

Outside surfaces - Use a warm soapy water solution to clean, then rinse
with water.

/k 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 e 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.

IMPORTANT LP CYLINDER INFORMATION

Failure to follow these DANGER statements exactly may result in a fire
causing death or serious injury.

A_ DANGER

A_NEVER store a spare LP Cylinder under or near this

barbecue.
A_NEVER fill the tank beyond 80% full.

Your Weber ° gas grill is equipped for a cylinder supply system
designed for vapor withdrawal.

A_ WARNING: Only use this grill outdoors in a well-

ventilated area. Do not use in a garage, building,
breezeway or any other enclosed area.

CONNECTING THE LIQUID PROPANECYLINDER
A_ WARNING: Make sure that the LP cylinder valve is

closed, Close by turning valve clockwise,

A_DANGER

Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks, Be
sure there are no sparks or open flames in the area
while you check for leaks, Sparks or flames will result

in a fire or explosion which can cause serious bodily

injury or death, and damage to property,

The proper filling methods for the filling of your cylinder are by weight or
volume, as described in NFPA 58. Please make sure your filling station fills
your LP cylinder by weight or volume. Ask your filling station to read purging

and filling instructions on the LP cylinder before attempting to fill.

CHECK THATALL BURNER VALVESARE OFF

Valves are shipped in the OFF position, but you should check to be sure that
they are turned OFR Check by pushing down and turning clockwise. If they

do not turn, they are off. Proceed to the next step. If they do turn continue
turning them clockwise until they stop, then they are off. Proceed to the next

step.

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Some LP tanks have differing top collar assembles. (The top collar is the
metal protective ring around the valve.) One series of tanks mount with the

valve facing front. The other tanks mount with the valve facing away from
the fuel scale. These types of tanks are illustrated below.

You will need: LP cylinder, a soap and water solution and a rag or brush to

apply it.

1) Turn the LP cylinder so the opening of the valve is either to the front,
side or rear of the Weber ®gas barbecue. Lift and hook the cylinder onto
the fuel gauge.

2) Loosen the cylinder lock wing nut. Swing the cylinder lock down.
Tighten the wing nut.

To Connect the hose to the cylinder:

3) Remove the plastic dust cover from the valve.

4) Screw the regulator coupling onto the tank valve, clockwise, or to the

right. Hand-tighten only.

Note: This is a new type of connection. It tightens clockwise and will not
altow gas to flow unless the connection is tighL The connection requires

tightening by hand only.

/k WARNING: Do not use a wrench to tighten the

connection. Using a wrench could damage the

regulator coupling and could cause a leak.

5) Mix soap and water.

6) Turn on the cylinder valve.

7) Check for leaks by wetting the fitting with the soap and water solution
and watching for bubbles. If bubbles form, or if a bubble grows, there is
a leak.

If there is a leak, turn off the gas and tighten the fitting. Turn the gas back on
and recheck with the soap and water solution.

If leak does not stop, Contact the Customer Service Representative in your
area using the contact information on our web site. Log onto www.weber.com ®.

Do not use the barbecue.

8) When leak checking is complete, turn gas supply OFF at the source
and rinse connections with water.

REMOVE CONTROL PANEL AND BURNER CONTROL KNOBS

You will need: Phillips screwdriver.

1) Remove control knobs.

SILVER, GOLD AND PLATINUM C MODELS

2a) Unhook side burner from Cookbox Frame.

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2) Remove screws with a Phillips screwdriver

3) Pull up igniter button until it sticks in the up position and remove control
panel from grill.

4) Replace control panel when Leak Check is completed.

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PLATINUH B

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SILVER C, GOLD C,

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CHECK FORGASLEAKS

A_DANGER

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

sure there are no sparks or open flames in the area
while you check for leaks. Sparks or open flames will

result in a fire or explosion, which can cause serious
bodily injury or death and damage to property.

A_ WARNING: You should check for gas leaks every time

you disconnect and reconnect a gas fitting.

Note - All factory-made connections have been thoroughly checked for gas
leaks. The burners have been flame-tested. As a safety precaution however,

you should recheck all fittings for leaks before using your Weber Gas Barbe-

cue. Shipping and handling may loosen or damage a gas fitting.

A_ WARNING: Perform these leak checks even if your

barbecue was dealer or store assembled.

You will need: a soap and water solution, and a rag or brush to apply it.
Note - Since some leak test solutions, including soap and water, may be

slightly corrosive, all connections should be rinsed with water after checking
for leaks.

Make sure side burner is OFR

To perform leak checks: open cylinder valve by turning the cylinder valve

hand-wheel counterclockwise.

A_ WARNING: Do not ignite burners when leak checking.

Check for leaks by wetting the connections with the soap and water solution
and watching for bubbles. If bubbles form or if a bubble grows, there is a leak.

SILVER A & B,

GOLD B,

PLATINUH B

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Check:

1) Hose-to-manifold connection.

2) Regulator-to-Cylinder connection.

& WARNING: If there is a leak at connection (1),

retighten the fitting with a wrench and recheck for
leaks with soap and water solution.If a leak persists

after retightening the fitting, turn OFF the gas. DO
NOT OPERATE THE GRILL. Contact the Customer

Service Representative in your area using the contact
information on our web site. Log onto www.weber.corrP.

Check:

3) Valves-to-manifold connections.

4) The hose-to-regulator connection.

A_ WARNING: If there is a leak at connections (2), (3) or

(4), turn OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE GRILL.
Contact the Customer Service Representative in your
area using the contact information on our web site.

Log onto www.weber.com®.

When leak checks are complete, turn gas supply OFF at the source and
rinse connections with water.

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*The grill illustrated may ha ve slight
differences than the model purchased.

Check:

1) Hose to manifold connection.

A_ WARNING: If there is a leak at connection (1),

retighten the fitting with a wrench and recheck for
leaks with soap and water solution. If a leak persists

after re-tightening the fitting, turn OFF the gas. DO

NOT OPERATE THE GRILL. Contact the Customer

Service Representative in your area using the contact

information on our web site. Log onto www.weber.com_.

2) Regulator to cylinder connection.

3) Manifold to side burner hose connection.

4) Side burner hose to side burner connection, side burner valve and
orifice connections

5) Valves to manifold connections.

6) Hose to regulator connection.

A_ WARNING: If there is a leak at connections (2,3,4,5 or

6), turn OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE GRILL.
Contact the Customer Service Representative in your

area using the contact information on our web site.

Log onto www.weber.com_.

When leak checks are complete, turn gas supply OFF at the source and
rinse connections with water.

REFILLING THE LIQUID PROPANECYLINDER

We recommend that you refill the LP cylinder before it is completely empty.

Removal of the LP cylinder

1) Close cylinder valve (turn clockwise).

2) Unscrew regulator coupling by turning counterclockwise, by hand only.

3) Loosen cylinder lock wing nut and turn cylinder lock up out of the way.

4) Lift cylinder off.
To refill, take LP cylinder to a "Gas Propane" dealer.

A_WARNING: We recommend that your LP cylinder be

filled at an authorized LP gas dealer, by a qualified
attendant, who fills the cylinder by weight. IMPROPER

FILLING IS DANGEROUS.

A_CAUTION: When transporting the LP cylinder make

sure the plastic dust cover is in place over the valve.
This will keep dust and dirt from the threaded portion

of the valve.

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GOLD C,

PLATINUM C

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*The grill illustrated may
have slight differences
than the model purchased.

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CHECKING THE FUEL LEVEL IN YOUR TANK

Check the fuel level by viewing the color indicator level line on the side of
the tank scale.

1) Empty

2) Medium

3) Full

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SAFE HANDLING TIPS FOR LIQUID PROPANEGAS
CYLINDERS

• Liquid Propane (LP) gas is a petroleum product as are gasoline and
natural gas. LP gas is a gas at regular temperatures and pressures.

Under moderate pressure, inside a cylinder, LP gas is a liquid. As the

pressure is released, the liquid readily vaporizes and becomes gas.

• LP gas has an odor similar to natural gas. You should be aware of this

odor.

• LP gas is heavier than air. Leaking LP gas may collect in low areas and

prevent dispersion.

• To fill, take the LP cylinder to an RV center, or look up "gas-propane" in

the phone book for other sources of LP gas.

A_ WARNING: We recommend that your LP cylinder be

filled at an authorized LP gas dealer, by a qualified
attendant, who fills the tank by weight. IMPROPER

FILLING IS DANGEROUS.

• Air must be removed from a new LP cylinder before the initial filling. Your

LP dealer is equipped to do this.

• The LP cylinder must be installed, transported and stored in an upright

position. LP cylinders should not be dropped or handled roughly.

• Never store or transport the LP cylinder where temperatures can reach
125° F (too hot to hold by hand - for example: do not leave the LP

cylinder in a car on a hot day).

Note -A refill will last about 20 hours of cooking time at normal use. The fuel
scale will indicate the propane supply so you can refill before running out. You

do not have to run out before you refill.

• Treat "empty" LP cylinders with the same care as when full. Even when

the LP tank is empty of liquid there still may be gas pressure in the
cylinder. Always close the cylinder valve before disconnecting.

/k CAUTION: When transporting the LP cylinder make

sure the plastic dust cover is in place over the valve,
This will keep dust and dirt from the threaded portion

of the valve,

• Do not use a damaged LP cylinder. Dented or rusty LP cylinders or

LP cylinders with a damaged valve may be hazardous and should be
replaced with a new one immediately.

Liquid Propane (LP) Cylinder(s)

• The joint where the hose connects to the LP cylinder must be leak tested

each time the LP cylinder is reconnected. For example, test each time the
LP cylinder is refilled.

• Be sure the regulator is mounted with the small vent hole pointed
downward so that it will not collect water. This vent should be free of dirt,

grease, bugs etc.

• The gas connections supplied with your Weber e gas barbecue have been
designed and tested to meet 100% CSA and ANSI requirements.

A_ WARNING: Replacement LP tanks must match the

regulator connection supplied with this barbecue.

Liquid Propane Cylinder requirements

• Check to be sure cylinders have a D.O.T. certification (1), and date tested

(2) is within five years. Your LP gas supplier can do this for you.

• All LP tank supply systems must include a collar to protect the cylinder
valve.

• The LP cylinder must be a 20-lb. size approximately (18 1/4 inches high,

12 1/4 inches in diameter).

• The cylinder should be constructed and marked in accordance with
the Specifications for LP - Gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of
Transportation (D.O.T.) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-

B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes or Transportation of Dangerous

Goods; and Commission, as applicable.

In Canada
Liquid Propane Cylinder requirements

Note: Your retailer can help you match a replacement tank to your barbecue

• The LP cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance with the
specifications for LP gas cylinders, T.C.

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LIGHTING

Summary lighting instructions are on the control panel.

/k DANGER

Failure to open the lid while igniting the barbecue's
burners, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to

clear if the barbecue does not light, may result in an
explosive flame-up which can cause serious bodily

injury or death.

1) Open the lid.

2) Make sure all burner control knobs are turned OFR (Push control knob
down and turn clockwise to ensure that it is in the OFF position.)

/k WARNING: The burner control knobs must be in the

OFF position before turning on the liquid propane

cylinder tank valve. If they are not in the OFF position,
when you turn on the LP cylinder valve, the "excess

gas flow control" feature will activate, limiting the flow
of gas from the LP cylinder. If this should occur, turn

OFF the LP cylinder valve and burner control knobs.

Then start over.

Crossover _ Ignition System

Note - The Crossove_ ignition system ignites the Front burner with a spark
from the igniter electrode inside the Gas CatcheF Mignition chamber. You

generate the energy for the spark by pushing the Crossover _ ignition button
until it clicks.

/k WARNING: Check hose before each use of barbecue

for nicks, cracking, abrasions or cuts. If the hose
is found to be damaged in any way, do not use the
barbecue. Replace using only Weber _ authorized
replacement hose. Contact the Customer Service

Representative in your area using the contact

information on our web site. Log onto www.weber.corm.

MAIN BURNER LIGHTING

SILVER A & B

SILVER C

GOLD B & C
PLATINUM B & C

A_DANGER:

When the "excess gas flow control" feature is
activated, a small amount of gas is still flowing to the
burners. After turning OFF the cylinder valve, wait at
least 5 minutes for the gas to clear before attempting
to light the barbecue. Failure to do so may result in an
explosive flame-up, which can cause serious bodily
injury or death.

3) Turn the cylinder on by slowly turning the cylinder valve
counterclockwise.

/k WARNING: Do not lean over the open barbecue. Keep

your face and body at least one foot away from the

matchlight hole when lighting the barbecue.

4) Push Front burner control knob down and turn to START/HI.

5) Push the Crossover ®ignition button several times, so it clicks each time.

6) Check that the burner is lit by looking through the matchlight hole on the
front of the cooking box. You should see a flame.

/k WARNING: If the burner does not light, turn the Front

burner control knob to OFF and wait 5 minutes to let

the gas clear before you try again or try to light with a

match.

7) After the FRONT burner is lit you can turn on the other burner or

burners.

Note - Always light the FRONT burner first. The other burner or burners ignite
from the FRONT burner.

TO EXTINGUISH

Push down and turn each burner control knob clockwise to the OFF

position. Turn gas supply OFF at the source.

MANUAL LIGHTING

MAIN BURNER LIGHTING

A_DANGER

Failure to open the lid while igniting the barbecue's
burners, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to

clear if the barbecue does not light, may result in an
explosive flame-up which can cause serious bodily

injury or death.

1) Open the lid.

2) Make sure all burner control knobs are turned OFF. (Push each knob

down and turn clockwise to ensure they are in the off position.)

A_ WARNING: The burner control knobs must be in the

OFF position before turning on the liquid propane
cylinder valve. If they are not in the OFF position,
when you turn on the LP cylinder valve, the "excess
gas flow control" feature will activate, limiting the flow
of gas from the LP cylinder. If this should occur, turn

OFF the LP tank valve and burner control knobs. Then
start over.

A_DANGER

When the "excess gas flow control" feature is activated,
a small amount of gas is still flowing to the burners.
After turning OFF the cylinder and burner control
knobs, wait at least 5 minutes for the gas to clear
before attempting to light the barbecue. Failure to do
so may result in an explosive flame-up, which can
cause serious bodily injury or death.

SILVER A & B

*The grill illustrated may have slight

differences than the model purchased.

MAIN BURNER LIGHTING

SILVER C
GOLD B & C

PLATINUM B & C

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3) Turn the cylinder on by turning the cylinder valve counterclockwise.

4) Strike a match and put the flame into the matchlight hole in the front of

the cooking box.

A_ WARNING: Do not lean over open barbecue. Keep

your face and body at least one foot away from the
matchlight hole when lighting the barbecue.

5) Push Front burner control knob down and turn to START/HI.

6) Check that the burner is lit by looking through the matchlight hole on the

front of the cooking box. You should see a flame

A_ WARNING: If the burner does not light, turn the Front

burner control knob to OFF and wait 5 minutes to let
the gas clear before you try again or try to light with a

match.

7) After the FRONT burner is lit you can turn on the other burner.

Note -Always light the FRONT burner first. The other burner or burners ignite
from the FRONT burner.

*The grill illustrated may have slight

differences than the model purchased.

TO EXTINGUISH

Push down and turn each burner control knob clockwise to the OFF
position. Turn gas supply OFF at the source.

LIGHTING THE SIDE BURNER

/k DANGER

Failure to open the lid while igniting the side burner,
or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the
side burner does not light, may result in an explosive
flame-up which can cause serious bodily injury or

death.

Lighting only the side burner.

1) Open the side burner lid.

2) Check that the side burner valve is turned OFF. (Push each knob down
and turn clockwise to ensure they are in the off position.), and all main

burner control valves are OFF (push down and turn clockwise).

3) Turn the LP tankvalve on (turn counter-clockwise).

4) Push down and turn the side burner control valve to HI.

5) Press the igniter button several times so it clicks each time.

/k CAUTION: Side burner flame may be difficult to see

on a bright sunny day.

/k WARNING: If the side burner does not light:

1) Turn OFF the side burner control valve.

2) Wait 5 minutes to let the gas clear before you try again

or try to light with a match.

LIGHTING WITH IGNITER

FOR SIDE

BURNER MODELS

1

2,4

*The grill illustrated may have slight differences than the

model purchased.

Lighting the side burner if the main burners are lit.

1) Open the side burner lid.

2) Push down and turn the side burner control to HI.

3) Press the igniter button several times so it clicks each time.

/k CAUTION: Side burner flame may be difficult to see on

a bright sunny day.

/k WARNING: If the side burner does not light:

1) Turn OFF the side burner control valve.

2) Wait 5 minutes to let the gas clear before you try again

or try to light with a match.

MANUAL LIGHTING

FOR SIDE

BURNER MODELS

1

*The grill illustrated may have slight differences than the

model purchased.

PROBLEM CHECK CURE

Burners burn with a yellow or orange Inspect Spider / Insect Screens for Clean Spider / Insect Screens. (See Section

flame, in conjunction with the smell of possible obstructions. (Blockage of "Annual Maintenance")
gas. holes.)

Burners do not light. -or- Burners have
a small flickering flame in the HIGH
position. -or-

Barbecue temperature only reaches
250 ° to 300 ° in the HIGH position.

Burner does not light, or flame is low
in HIGH position.

Experiencing flare-ups:

,,k CAUTION: Do not line the bottom
tray with aluminum foil.

The excess flow safety device, which
is part of the barbecue to cylinder
connection, may have activated.

Is LP fuel low or empty?

Is fuel hose bent or kinked? Straighten fuel hose.

Does the Left burner light with a match? Ifyou can light the Left burner with a match,

Are you preheating barbecue in the All burners on high for 10 to 15 minutes for
prescribed manner? preheating.

Are the cooking grates and Flavorizer _ Clean thoroughly. (See Section "Cleaning")
bars heavily coated with burned-on

grease?
Is the bottom tray "dirty" and not allowing Clean bottom tray

grease to flow into catch pan?

To reset the excess flow safety device turn
all burner control knobs and the cylinder
valve OFE Disconnect the regulator from the

cylinder. Turn burner control knobs to HIGH.
Wait at least 1 minute. Turn burner control

knobs OFF. Reconnect the regulator to the
cylinder. Turn cylinder valve on slowly. Refer to
"Lighting Instructions".

Refill LP cylinder.

then check the Crossover _>ignition system.

Burner flame pattern is erratic. Flame
is low when burner is on HIGH. Flames

do not run the whole length of the
burner tube.

Inside of lid appears to be "peeling."
(Resembles paint peeling.)

If problems cannot be corrected by using these methods, please contact the Customer Service Representative in your area
using the contact information on our web site. Log onto www.weber.com ®.

Are burners clean?

The lid is stainless steel, not paint. It
cannot "peel". What you are seeing is

baked on grease that has turned to
carbon and is flaking off.

THIS IS NOT A DEFECT.

Clean burners. (See Section "Maintenance".)

Clean thoroughly. (See Section "Cleaning".)

PROBLEM CHECK CURE

Side Burner does not light. Is gas supply off? Turn supply on.

The excess flow safety device,
which is part of the barbecue to
cylinder connection, may have

activated.

To reset the excess flow safety device turn all burner control
knobs and the cylinder valve OFF. Disconnect the regulator from

the cylinder. Turn burner control knobs to HIGH. Wait at least 1

minute. Turn burner control knobs OFE Reconnect the regulator

to the cylinder. Turn cylinder valve on slowly. Refer to "Lighting

Instructions".

Flame is low in HIGH position Is the fuel hose bent or kinked?
Push button ignition does not Does burner light with a match?

Straighten hose.
If match lights burner, check igniter (see below).

work.

If problems cannot be corrected by using these methods, please contact the Customer Service Representative in your area
using the contact information on our web site. Log onto www.weber.com ®.

SIDE BURNER MAINTENANCE

/kWARNING: All gas controls and supply valves
should be in the OFF position.

Side Burner Grate

Make sure black wire is connected between the igniter and electrode

(1). Make sure white wire is connected between the igniter and
grounding clip
(2). Spark should be a white/blue color, not yellow.

1) Igniter Wire

2) Ground wire

3) Burner

Side Burner Cap

Side Burner Ring & Head

Igniter Electrode

Control Knob

WEBER®SPIDER/INSECT SCREENS

Your Weber ¢ gas barbecue, as well as any outdoor gas appliance, is a target
for spiders and other insects. They can nest in the venturi section(I) of the

burner tubes. This blocks the normal gas flow, and can cause the gas to flow
back out of the air shutter. This could result in a fire in and around the air

shutters, under the control panel, causing serious damage to your barbecue.
The burner tube air shutter is fitted with a stainless steel screen(I) to prevent
spiders and other insects access to the burner tubes through the air shutter

openings.

We recommend that you inspect the Spider/Insect screens at least once
a year. (See Section "Annual Maintenance".) Also inspect and clean the

the Spider/Insect screens if any of the following symptoms should ever
occur:

1) The smell of gas in conjunction with the burner flames appearing yellow
and lazy.

2) Barbecue does not reach temperature.

3) Barbecue heats unevenly.

4) One or more of the burners do not ignite.

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A_DANGER

Failure to correct the above mentioned symptoms may
result in a fire, which can cause serious bodily injury
or death, and cause damage to property.

ANNUAL MAINTENANCE

Inspection and cleaning of the Spider/Insect screens

To inspect the spider/insect screens, remove the control panel. If there is
dust or dirt on the screens, remove the burners for cleaning the screens.

Brush the spider/inspect screens, lightly, with a soft bristle brush (i.e. an old
toothbrush).

A_ CAUTION: Do not clean the spider/insect screens with

hard or sharp tools. Do not dislodge the spider/insect
screens or enlarge the screen openings.

Lightly tap the burner to get debris and dirt out of the burner tube. Once the

spider/insect screens and burners are clean replace the burners.
If the spider/insect screen becomes damaged or cannot be cleaned, call

Weber-Stephen Products Customer Service for replacement parts.

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MAIN BURNER FLAHE PATTERN

The Weber e gas barbecue burners have been factory set for the correct air

and gas mixture. The correct flame pattern is shown.

1) Burner tube

2) Tips occasionally flicker yellow

3) Light blue

4) Dark blue
If the flames do not appear to be uniform throughout the burner tube, follow

the burner cleaning procedures.

MAIN BURNER CLEANING PROCEDURE

Turn off the gas supply,

Remove the manifold.
Look inside each burner with a flashlight.

Clean the inside of the burners with a wire (a straightened-out coat hanger
will work). Check and clean the air shutter opening at the ends of the

burners. Check and clean the valve orifices at the base of the valves. Use
a Steel bristle brush to clean outside of burners. This is to make sure all the

burner ports are fully open.

A_ CAUTION: Do not enlarge the burner ports when

cleaning.

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REPLACING MAIN BURNERS

1) Your Weber ¢ gas barbecue must be OFF and cool.

2) Turn gas OFF at source.

3) To remove control panel: take off the burner control knobs. Remove the
screws holding the control panel in place. Lift off the control panel.

4) Unhook the manifold bracket(I) and unscrew the two wing nuts(2)
that hold the manifold to the cooking box. Pull the manifold and valve

assembly out of the burners and carefully set it down.

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5) Slide the burner assembly out from under the guide screw and

washer(I) in the corners of the cooking box.

6) Lift and twist the burner assembly slightly, to separate the crossover

tube(l) from the burners. Remove the burners from the cooking box.

7) To reinstall the burners, reverse 3) through 7).

/k CAUTION: The burner openings(I) must be positioned

properly over the valve orifices(2).

Check proper assembly before fastening manifold in place.

/k WARNING: After reinstalling the gas lines, they should

be leak checked with a soap and water solution before
using the barbecue. (See Step: "Check for gas leaks.")

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CROSSOVER ® IGNITION SYSTEH OPERATIONS

If the Crossove¢ _ ignition system fails to ignite the Left burner, light the Left
burner with a match. If the Left burner lights with a match, then check the

Crossover _ ignition system.

• Check that both the white(l) and black(2) ignition wires are attached

properly.

• Check that the Crossove¢ "_ignition button pushes the igniter (button)

down, and returns to the up position.

If the Crossover _ ignition system still fails to light, contact the
Customer Service Representative in your area using the
contact information on our web site. Log onto www.weber.com ®.

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