GENESIS
Natural 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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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® gas barbecue should be checked for gas leaks
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.
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
Exploded View .........................................................................................A-7
Parts List ...................................................................................................A-9
Unpacking ...............................................................................................A-10
Assembly Instructions............................................................................... B-1
Gas Instructions .......................................................................................C-1
Leak Checking .........................................................................................C-2
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 System Operations .....................................................E-2
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Warranty
Weber-Stephen Products Co. (Weber) hereby warrants to
the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this Weber
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
Stainless Steel Side Table, 25 years
Burners, 10 years
Igniter, 3 years
Cooking Grates, 7 years no rust through
Flavorizer Bars, 5 year no rust through
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
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.
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confirms the defect and
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gas grill that it
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.
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
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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 you if
you move.
The natural 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.
• This Weber® gas barbecue is designed for natural
(piped in city) gas only. Do not use liquid propane (LP)
bottled gas. The valves, orifices and hose are for
natural 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.
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 Standards CAN/CGA-B149.1
(Installation Code for Natural Gas Burning Appliances and
Equipment).
Storage
■ The gas must be turned OFF at the natural gas
supply when the Weber® gas barbecue is not in use.
■ When the Weber® gas barbecue is stored indoors,
the gas supply must be disconnected.
■ The Weber® 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 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.
Gas Supply Testing
• Disconnect your Weber® gas barbecue when the gas
supply is being tested at high pressures. This
appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system
during any pressure testing of that system at test
pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
• Turn OFF your Weber® gas barbecue when the gas
supply is being tested at low pressures. This
appliance must be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply
piping system at the pressure equal to or less than 1/
2 psig (3.5 kPa).
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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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General Instructions
Using the Smoker Box
The Smoker cooks with both Weber FireSpice® Wood
Chips and Chunks. For best results with faster cooking
foods like steaks, burgers and chops, etc., we recommend
using the FireSpice® Chips because they ignite and create
smoke faster. For longer cooking foods such as roasts,
chicken and turkeys, etc., we recommend using FireSpice
Chunks because they ignite slowly and provide smoke for
a longer period of time. As you gain experience in using
your smoker, we encourage you to experiment with
different combinations of FireSpice® Chips and Chunks to
find the smoke flavor that best suits your taste.
Cooking
As a starting point, place a couple of handfuls of
FireSpice® Chips or a few FireSpice® Chunks in the bottom
of the smoker body. Since the chunks vary in size, place as
many as you can in the smoker. As you gain experience in
smoking, increase or decrease the amount of wood to suit
your taste. Close the smoker lid.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Ambient temperature, type and size of
wood, moisture content and wind condition will always be a
large factor in your results.
Adjust the burners for cooking, MOM or LOL will be your
best settings for long duration smoking. Smoke will start in
approximately 10 minutes and last as long as 45 minutes. If
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you require more smoke flavor, refill the smoker with
FireSpice® Chips and /or Chunks. The smoker may be
used to enhance any of the meat, poultry and fish recipes
in the gas barbecue cookbook. Cook with the lid down
according to the times indicated in charts or recipes. Keep
the lid of the barbecue closed while cooking.
Note - After refilling smoker, smoke will take about 10 to 15
minutes to start again.
DANGER
Do not use any flammable fluid in the Smoker to ignite
the wood.
Cleaning
Before each use, empty the smoker of ash to allow proper
airflow. Accomplish this by tapping the sides of the smoker
and stirring the ashes so that they sift through the bottom
and fall into the bottom tray of your barbecue. Remove
bottom tray and empty.
Note - Smoking will leave a “smoke” residue on the surface
of the smoker. This residue cannot be removed and will not
affect the function of the smoker. To a lesser degree a
“smoke” residue will accumulate on the inside of your
Weber ®gas barbecue. This residue need not be removed
and will not adversely affect the function of your barbecue.
Light the barbecue and preheat with all burners on HIGH,
lid down, for 10 minutes or until the wood starts to smoke.
If you leave the grill in the preheat mode for too long the
chips will char prematurely reducing the smoke.
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Exploded View List
1. Hair Pin Cotter
2. Hinge Pin
3. Left Endcap
4. Shroud
5. 1/4-20 x 1 1/2 inch bolt
6. Handle lock
7. Handle
8. Warm-Up™ Basket
9. Warming Rack
10. Smoker Assembly
11. Cooking Grate (Small)
12. Cooking Grate (Large)
13. Flavorizer® Bars
14. Cooking Box
15. 1/4-20 keps nut
16. Work Surface
17. Slide Out Bottom Tray
18. Catch Pan Holder
19. Catch Pan
20. Drip Pans
21. 1/4 - 20 x 2 inch Bolt
22. Frame Connector
23. Front Panel
24. Left Side Panel
25. Front Frame
26. 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolt
27. Casters
28. Doors
29. Door Knobs
30. Hubcaps
31. Wheels
32. Thermometer
33. Right Endcap
34. Burner Control Knobs
35. Control Panel
36. Igniter Button
37. Control Panel Hardware
38. Side Burner Assembly
39. Manifold Hardware
40. Manifold Support Bracket
41. Igniter
42. Igniter Bracket
43. Manifold
44. Spider Stopper Guards
45. Center Burner
46. Front and Back Burners
47. Crossover Tube
48. Plastic Buttons
49. Rear Panel
50. Rear Frame
51. Tool Holders
52. Wing Nut
53. Cylinder Panel
54. Right Side Panel
55. Hose
56. Nylon Washer
57. Frame Connector
58. Bottom Shelf
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Parts List
You will need:
Phillips screwdriver
7/16 open-end or an adjustable wrench
Flavorizer Bars - 5
Cooking Grates - 2
Smoker Box - 1
1/2 inch bolts (1/4 x 20 x 1/2 inch bolts) - 4
Nylon Washers - 4
Left Work Surface - 1
Right Work Surface with Side Burner - 1
Bottom Shelf - 1
Slide Out Bottom Tray - 1
Catch pan holder - 1
Catch Pan - 1
12 Foot Hose - 1
Disposable Drip Pans - 2
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Unpacking
Remove Packaging from Grill
Remove all tape from packaging. Remove bottom rack
from top of packaging. Remove outer box. Pull out bottom
tray from cooking box. Remove packaging material from
bottom tray, catch pan holder, catch pan, and drip pan.
Remove Grill from Lower Packaging
WARNING: Lifting the barbecue from the lower
packaging requires at least two people.
With two people: lift straight up and over lower packaging
and cardboard support.
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Install the slide out bottom tray
You will need: the slide out bottom tray(1), catch pan
holder(2), catch pan and one disposable drip pan.
(1) (2)
Hook the ends of the catch pan holder into the hole in the
slide out bottom tray. The front of the catch pan holder
must be on the same side as the finger grip(1) of the
bottom tray.
Install Flavorizer® Bars and Cooking Grates
You will need: five Flavorizer Bars and two cooking grates.
Place the Flavorizer Bars side by side in the cooking box.
Set the cooking grates onto the ledges in the cooking box
with the rounded sides up.
(1)
Slide the bottom tray onto the mounting rails under the
cooking box with finger grip toward you(1).
WARNING: Do not line bottom tray with aluminum
foil. It can cause grease fires by trapping the grease
and not allowing grease to flow into the catch pan.
(1)
Put the disposable drip pan into the catch pan.
Slide the catch pan into the catch pan holder with its finger
grip towards you(1).
Installing Smoker Box
Place Smoker box on the flavorizer Bars between the
cooking grate and the inside of the cooking box. The lid
should open toward the cooking grates.
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B-1
Installing the Warm-Up™ Basket
You will need: Warm-Up Basket
Insert one end of the Weber Warm-Up Basket into the hole
at the right side of the inside of the lid, and the other end
into the slot at the left side of the lid.
Install Left Work Surface
You will need left work surface, two 1/2 inch bolts, two
nylon washers and a 7/16 inch or adjustable wrench.
Insert the left work surface tabs in the slots in the frame(1).
Slip washers on the bolts and insert the bolts as shown(2).
Tighten
Installing the warming rack
You will need: warming rack.
Set the warming rack into the slots at the rear of the
cooking box.
(1)
Check that all burner valves are off
(2)
You will need: burner control knobs.
Valves are shipped in the OFF position, but you should
check to be sure that they are turned OFF. Put the knob on
each valve. 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.
Install the bottom shelf
You will need: Bottom shelf.
Set the bottom shelf in place between the two frame
connectors underneath the cooking box.
Check that the side burner valve is in the OFF position.
Push in and turn to OFF.
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Install Side Burner Assembly
You will need side burner assembly (assembly includes
mounting frame), two 1/2 inch bolts, two nylon washers and
a 7/16 inch or adjustable wrench.
Note: Remove protective covers from tabs of side burner
Insert the side burner tabs in the slots of the frame(1). Slip
washers on the bolts and insert the bolts as shown(2).
Tighten bolts with wrench.
Note: The burner head has a hole in it that fits over the
igniter electrode.
(1)
(2)
Check that the side burner is properly assembled.
1) Windshield
2) Grate
3) Burner cap
4) Burner ring
5) Lugs
6) Slots
7) Igniter electrode
8) Burner head
9) Burner base
10) Burner orifice
WARNING: Set the side burner ring onto the side
burner head. Rotate the burner ring until the four lugs
on the burner ring are seated in the four slots on the
burner head.
Connect side burner to manifold
WARNING: Make sure gas supply is off.
Connect the side burner hose as follows:
1) Slide back the collar of the quick disconnect on the
manifold.
2) Push the male fitting of the side burner hose into the
quick disconnect, and maintain pressure. Slide the
collar closed.
Quick disconnect will be engaged.
Check to be sure the side burner valve is OFF. Push the
side burner control knob down and turn it clockwise. If it
doesn’t turn, the valve is OFF. If it does turn, continue
turning it clockwise until it stops, then the burner valve is
OFF.
(1)
(2)
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Gas Instructions
Install Gas Supply
General Specifications for Piping
Note - Contact your local municipality for building
codes regulating outdoor gas barbecue installations.
In absence of Local Codes, you must confirm to the
latest edition of ANSI Z223.1. WE RECOMMEND THAT
THIS INSTALLATION BE DONE BY A PROFESSIONAL.
Some of the following are general requirements taken from
ANISI Z223.1 latest edition for complete specifications.
■ This barbecue is designed to operate at 7 inches of
water column pressure (.2526 psi).
■ A manual shut-off valve must be installed outdoors,
immediately ahead of the quick disconnect.
■ An additional manual shut-off valve indoors should be
installed in the branch fuel line in an accessible location
near the supply line
■ The quick disconnect connects to a 3/8 inch NPT
thread from the gas source. The quick disconnect fitting
is a hand-operated device that automatically shuts OFF
the flow of gas from the source when the barbecue is
disconnected
■ The quick disconnect fitting can be installed
horizontally, or pointing downward. Installing the fitting
with the open end pointing upward can result in
collecting water and debris.
■ The dust covers (supplied plastic plugs) help keep the
open ends of the quick disconnect fitting clean while
disconnected.
■ Pipe compound should be used which is resistant to the
action of natural gas when connections are made.
■ The outdoor connector must be firmly attached to rigid,
permanent construction.
WARNING: Do not route the 12 foot hose under a
deck. The hose must be visible.
Gas Line Piping
■ If the length of the line required does not exceed 50
feet, use a 5/8" O.D. tube. One size larger should be
used for lengths greater than 50 feet.
■ Gas piping may be copper tubing, type K or L;
polyethylene plastic tube, with a minimum wall
thickness of .062 inch; or standard weight (schedule 40)
steel or wrought iron pipe.
■ Copper tubing must be tin-lined if the gas contains
more than 0.3 grams of hydrogen sulfide per 100 cubic
feet of gas.
■ Plastic tubing is suitable only for outdoor, underground
use.
■ Gas piping in contact with earth, or any other material
which may corrode the piping, must be protected
against corrosion in an approved manner.
■ Underground piping must have a minimum of 18" cover
Test Connections
All connections and joints must be thoroughly tested for
leaks in accordance with local codes and all listed
procedures in the latest edition of ANSI Z223.1
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 gas
leaks. This will result in a fire or explosion
which can cause serious bodily injury or
death and damage to property.
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Inside wall
Outside wall
Quick Disconnect
Gas supply
Shut off
Locking shut off
C-1
Gas Instructions
Check that all burner valves are off
Valves are shipped in the OFF position, but you should
check to be sure that they are turned OFF. 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.
Check the flexible hose to manifold connection
See Page C-3
The Natural gas hose has been attached during the
manufacturing process. We do recommend that the hose to
gas manifold connection be leak tested, following guidelines
in this Owners Guide, prior to barbecue operation.
Check:
1) Hose to manifold connection.
WARNING: If there is a leak a 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 region using
the contact information sheet provided with your
manual.
(1)
Check for gas leaks
WARNING: The gas connections of your Weber gas
barbecue have been factory tested. We do however
recommend that you leak check all gas connections
before operating your Weber gas barbecue.
WARNING: Perform these leak checks even if your
barbecue was dealer or store assembled.
1) Unscrew the two phillips screws, located on the
right edge of the control panel.
2) Take off the burner control knobs.
3) Lift off the control panel.
*The grill illustrated may have slight differences than the
model purchased.
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.
WARNING: You should check for gas leaks every
time you disconnect and reconnect a gas fitting.
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 corrosive, all connections should be rinsed
with water after checking for leaks.
WARNING: Make sure all burner control knobs are in
the OFF position, including the side burner.
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Gas Instructions
(1)
(2)
(4)
(3)
(5)
(6)
Check for gas leaks
Note - All factory-made connections have been thoroughly
checked for gas leaks. The burners have been flametested. As a safety precaution however, you should
recheck all fittings for leaks before using your Weber Gas
Barbecue. Shipping and handling may loosen or damage a
gas fitting.
To perform leak checks: Slide back the collar of the quick
disconnect. Push male fitting of the hose into the quick
disconnect, and maintain pressure(1). Slide the collar
closed(2). If it does not engage or lock, repeat procedure.
Gas will not flow unless the quick disconnect is properly
engaged.
(1)
(2)
Turn on gas supply.
WARNING: Do not ignite burners while checking for
leaks.
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.
Check:
1) Hose to manifold connection.
WARNING: if there is a leak at connection(1),
retighten the fitting with a wrench and recheck with
the soap and water solution
If a leak persists after retightening the fitting, turn OFF
the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE. Contact
the Customer Service Representative in your region
using the contact information sheet provided with your
manual.
2) Manifold to side burner hose connection.
3) Valves to manifold connections.
4) Hose to quick disconnect connection.
5) Side burner supply line to side burner orifice
connection. (view from below)
6) Side burner hose to side burner valve, and side
burner supply line to side burner valve. (view from
below)
WARNING: If there is a leak at connections 2,3,4,5 or
6 turn OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE
BARBECUE. Contact the Customer Service
Representative in your region using the contact
information sheet provided with your manual.
When leak checks are complete, turn gas supply OFF at
the source and rinse connections with water.
Reinstall control panel (after checking for gas leaks)
(1) Set the control panel in place over both sides of the
frame. Hold the crossover ignition button up while
setting the control panel in place.
(2) Line up the control panel with the white plastic plugs in
the frame brace. Insert screws and tighten with a
Phillips screwdriver until snug. Do not overtighten.
(3) Push each of the burner control knobs onto their valve.
(4) Reinstall Side Burner cover.
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Operating Instructions
Lighting
Summary lighting instructions are on the control panel.
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.
Crossover
Note - The Crossover® ignition system ignites the Front
burner with a spark from the igniter electrode inside the
Gas Catcher™ ignition chamber. You generate the energy
for the spark by pushing the Crossover® ignition button
until it clicks.
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 region
using the contact information sheet provided with
your manual.
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Ignition System
1
1) Open the lid.
2) Make sure all burner control knobs are turned OFF.
(Push each burner control knob down and turn
clockwise to ensure that they are in the off position.)
3) Turn the gas supply valve on.
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 flame.
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.
2
7
6
*The grill illustrated may have slight differences than the
model purchased.
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4
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Operating Instructions
Manual Lighting
DANGER
Failure to open 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 burner control knob down and turn
clockwise to ensure they are in the off position.)
3) Turn the gas supply valve on.
4) Strike a match and put the flame into the matchlight
hole in the front of the cooking box.
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.
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.
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.
1
To Extinguish
Push down and turn each burner control knob
clockwise to the OFF position. Turn gas supply OFF at
the source.
2
7
6
*The grill illustrated may have slight differences than the
model purchased.
5
4
3
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Operating Instructions
Lighting the Side Burner
The side burner has a separate ignition system from the
main cooking box.
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 tank valve on (turn counter-clockwise).
4) Push down and turn the side burner control valve to
HI.
5) Push the side burner igniter button several times so it
clicks each time.
CAUTION: Side burner flame may be difficult to see
on a bright sunny day.
(1)
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 side burner igniter button several times so it
clicks each time.
CAUTION: Side burner flame may be difficult to see
on a bright sunny day.
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.
(2)
(4)
(5)
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.
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Troubleshooting
Problem Check Cure
Burners burn with a yellow or
orange flame, in conjunction with
the smell of gas.
Inspect Weber® Spider Stopper
Guard for possible obstructions.
(Blockage of holes.)
™
Clean Weber® Spider Stopper
Guard. (See Section “Annual
Maintenance”)
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Burner does not light, or flame is
low in HIGH position.
Experiencing flare-ups:
CAUTION: Do not line the
bottom tray with aluminum foil.
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.)
Is fuel hose bent or kinked?
Does the Front burner light with a
match?
Are you preheating barbecue in the
prescribed manner?
Are the cooking grates and
Flavorizer® bars heavily coated with
burned-on grease?
Is the bottom tray “dirty” and not
allowing grease to flow into catch
pan?
Are burners clean?
The lid is porcelain-on-steel, not
paint. It cannot “peel”. What you are
seeking is baked on grease that has
turned to carbon and is flaking off.
THIS IS NOT A DEFECT.
Straighten fuel hose.
If you can light the Front burner with
a match, then check the Crossover
ignition system.
All burners on high for 10 to 15
minutes for preheating.
Clean thoroughly. (See Section
“Cleaning”)
Clean bottom tray
Clean burners. (See Section
“Maintenance”.)
Clean thoroughly. (See Section
“Cleaning”.)
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If problems cannot be corrected by using these methods, please contact the Customer
Service Representative in your region using the contact information sheet provided with
your manual.
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Side Burner Troubleshooting
Problem Check Cure
Side Burner does not light.
Is gas supply off?
Turn supply on.
Flame is low in HIGH position.
Flame is very yellow in
conjunction with the smell of gas,
OR
Burner makes popping noise in
conjunction with the smell of gas.
Push button ignition does not
work.
Is the fuel hose bent or kinked? Straighten hose.
Inspect the Weber® Spider Stopper
Guard for possible obstructions.
(lockage of holes.)
Does burner light with a match?
™
Clean Weber® Spider Stopper
Guard (See section “Annual
Maintenance”)
If match lights burner, checkigniter
(see below).
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Side Burner Maintenance
(3)
(2)
(1)
WARNING: All gas controls and supply valves
should be in the OFF position.
Make sure black wire is connected between igniter and
electrode. Make sure white wire is connected between
igniter and ground. Check that igniter lock nut is tight.
Note - If the igniter works loose, carefully tighten the
igniter lock nut with an adjustable wrench or pliers.
1) Burner Control Knob
2) Igniter Button
3) Igniter Lock Nut
4) White Wire
5) Ground
6) Black Wire
7) Electrode
(1)
(2)
The Platinum Series II side burner has been factory set for
the correct air and gas mixture. The correct flame pattern
is shown.
1) Tips occasionally flicker yellow
2) Light blue
3) Dark blue
(3)
(4)
(5)
(7)
(6)
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Side Burner Maintenance
To Clean the Burner Head
Remove the windshield and grate. Remove the burner cap.
Clean with soap and water. Soak if necessary.
Remove the burner ring. Clean with soap and water. Soak
if necessary.
CAUTION: Do not enlarge the slots in the burner
ring. Only clean with a cloth and soap and water.
Remove the burner head. Clean with soap and water. Soak
if necessary.
Wipe out the burner base with a damp cloth and soap and
water.
CAUTION: Avoid getting water or dust in the burner
orifice.
Clean the ignition electrode with a damp cloth and soap
and water.
1) Windshield
2) Grate
3) Burner Cap
4) Burner Ring
5) Lug
6) Slots
7) Burner Head
8) Igniter electrode
9) Burner Orifice
10) Burner Base
(3)
To Reassemble the Burner Head
Insert the burner head into the burner base. Figure 19 (c).
There is a hole in the burner head for the igniter electrode.
Set the burner ring onto the burner head. Rotate the
burner ring until the four lugs on the burner ring are seated
in the four slots on the burner head. Figure 19 (b).
WARNING: If the flame pattern is uneven or erratic,
turn OFF the burner control knob. Check the position
of the burner ring to the burner head. The lugs of the
burner ring must be in the slots of the burner head.
Install the burner cap. Figure 19 (a). Install the grate and
the windshield.
1) Windshield
2) Grate
3) Burner Cap
4) Burner Ring
5) Lug
6) Slot
7) Burner Head
8) Igniter Electrode
9) Burner Base
10) Burner Orifice
Burner assembly consists of: burner cap, burner ring,
burner head, burner base, and burner orifice.
(1)
(1)
(2)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
Note: The burner head has a hole in it that fits over the
igniter electrode.
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Maintenance
General Maintenance
Weber Spider Stopper™ Guards
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 (Venturi(1), air shutter(2),
venturi fin(3) ) 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 Weber Spider Stopper™ Guard(1) is factory installed.
It fits tightly around the air shutter section of the burner
tube and the valve, thereby preventing spiders and other
insects access to the burner tubes through the air shutter
openings.
(1)
(1)
outside surfaces. If they are dirty, brush off the outside
surface of the Spider Stopper Guards with a soft bristle
brush (an old toothbrush for example). Check that there
are no gaps in the Spider Stopper Guards’ seams or in
the fit around the burners or valves. (See Section
“General Maintenance.”)
Main Burner Flame Pattern
The Weber® 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
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
If the flames do not appear to be uniform throughout the
burner tube, follow the burner cleaning procedures.
We recommend that you inspect the Weber Spider
Stopper™ Guards at least once a year. (See Section
“Annual Maintenance”.) Also inspect and clean the
Spider Stopper Guards 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.
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
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 straightenedout 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.
CAUTION: Do not enlarge the burner ports when
cleaning.
Inspection and Cleaning of the Weber Spider
Stopper™ Guards
To inspect the Spider Stopper Guards, remove the control
panel and look to see if they have dust or dirt on their
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Maintenance
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) Unlatch the Spider Stopper™ Guards and remove
them.
5) Remove the manifold bracket and unscrew the two
wing nuts(1) that hold the manifold to the cooking box.
Pull the manifold and valve assembly out of the
burners and carefully set it down.
7) Lift and twist the burner assembly slightly, to separate
the crossover tube(1) from the burners. Remove the
burners from the cooking box.
(1)
8) To reinstall the burners, reverse 3) through 7).
CAUTION: The burner openings(1) must be posi-
tioned properly over the valve orifices(2).
Check proper assembly before fastening manifold in place.
(2)
(1)
6) Slide the burner assembly out from under the guide
screw and washer(1) in the corners of the cooking box.
(1)
(1)
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Maintenance
9) Reinstall the Spider Stopper Guards. Slightly rotate
the Spider Stopper Guards so that the seams are in
line with the Venturi fins(1). There should be no
gaps in the seams or in the fit around the burners(2) and valves(3).
(1)
Crossover® Ignition System Operations
If the Crossover 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(1) and black(2) ignition wires
are attached properly.
(3)
(2)
CAUTION: If the Spider Stopper Guards do not fit
tightly, contact the Customer Service Representative in your region using the contact information
sheet provided with your manual.
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.”)
(1) (2)
■ Check that the Crossover Ignition button pushes the
igniter (button) down, and returns to the up position.
■ Check to see if the igniter is loose in the frame. Tighten if
necessary; See Step “Install igniter” for correct procedure.
If the Crossover Ignition System still fails to light, Contact
the Customer Service Representative in your region using
the contact information sheet provided with your manual.
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