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To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:

· Use only propane gas in this LP gas grill.  
· Do not attempt to convert an LP unit to natural gas.     
· Any use or alteration of this unit not intended could be 

unsafe and will void your warranty.

· Always use a gas appliance outdoors in an open area   

with good ventilation to avoid breathing toxic fumes 
from leaking gas, explosion or fire.  As with all

conventional fuels, the burning process consumes 

oxygen and produces toxic gases, including carbon 
monoxide. In addition, the combustion products of 
such fuels, including liquefied petroleum (LP), contain 
chemicals known to the state of California and other 
authorities to cause cancer, birth defects and other 
reproductive harm.

USING GAS

CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD

· This appliance can produce carbon monoxide which 

has no odor. Using it in an enclosed space can kill you. 

· Never use this appliance indoors, on recreational 

vehicles, or boats.

CONNECTING/DISCONNECTING THE GAS

To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury, fire or death:

· Read and follow all warnings on LP gas cylinder.
· If you see, smell, or hear the hiss of LP gas 

escaping from the cylinder:
1. Do not attempt to light appliance. 
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Disconnect from fuel supply.

· Do not operate the LP gas grill without the LP gas 

cylinder secured to the cart and oriented as shown in 

Assembly Instructions for Connecting the LP Cylinder.

· Never connect or disconnect LP gas cylinder or

fittings while grill is in use or is hot. 

· When the LP gas cylinder is connected, keep the grill  

outside in a well-ventilated space. 

· Do not use an LP gas cylinder if it shows signs of 

dents, gouges, bulges, fire damage, corrosion,
leakage, excessive rust or other forms of visual
external damage; it may be hazardous and should be 
checked by a liquid propane supplier. Do not use an 
LP cylinder with a damaged valve.

· Do not store a spare LP gas cylinder under or near 

the LP gas grill.

·

When grill is not in use, turn off all grill control knobs, 

LP cylinder valve and disconnect LP cylinder. 

LP GAS CYLINDER

· The LP gas cylinder, for use with this LP gas grill, must meet 

the following requirements:  

1) 12” diameter x 18” tall, 20 lb.. maximum capacity 

2) Overfill Protection Device (OPD) safety feature (should 

be noted on cylinder) 

3) Must be constructed and marked in accordance with 

Specifications for LP-Gas Cylinders of the U.S. 
Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National 
Standard of Canada, CAN\CSA-B339, Cylinders, 
spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous 
Goods; and Commission, as applicable (See collar for 
marking)

4) Must have collar to protect LP cylinder valve.

LP HOSE AND REGULATOR

To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death:
· Clean and inspect the gas hose/regulator before each 

use of the outdoor cooking gas appliance. The gas 
hose/regulator must be replaced prior to being used, if 
there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, or if 
the hose is cut or leaks.

· Use only the gas hose/regulator assembly that has been 

supplied with this gas grill. Do not use hose/regulator 
from another manufacturer.

· Always check for gas leaks when you connect and

disconnect the hose/regulator to the LP gas cylinder,
especially after a period of storage (for example, over 
winter).

· Make sure there are no sharp bends in the hose.
· Make sure hose/regulator does not contact any heated  

surfaces.

· If the hose/regulator assembly is not working properly and 

you need a replacement, contact the manufacturer
(1-800-251-7558). Be sure to specify your grill model.

· 

Never fill the LP gas cylinder more than 80% of 

cylinder volume. (20 lb. maximum)  Do not ask the 
propane supplier to over-fill the cylinder.

·

If you obtain LP gas through a cylinder exchange

dealer, make sure you get a safe and adequate O.P.D. 
cylinder. (See page 22) Use only a licensed LP gas 
cylinder dealer.

Connecting the LP Cylinder:

1) Fill empty OPD LP Cylinder at your local LP

gas supplier.

2) Make sure all control knobs and LP Cylinder 

valve are turned to the “Off” position.

Summary of Contents for Koala 7900 Series

Page 1: ...er purpose than which it is intended These instructions must be kept with the user SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS If you smell gas 1 Shut off gas to the appliance 2 Extinguish any open flame 3 Open lid 4 If odor continues keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department 1 Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this ...

Page 2: ...ed Warranty 24 Meco Corporation 2006 NOTICE MECO CORPORATION STRIVES TO BE A QUALITY SUPPLIER OF CONSUMER PRODUCTS IF WE OMITTED ANY PARTS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY OR YOU NEED TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT US USING OUR TOLL FREE NUMBER THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A MECO CORPORATION PRODUCT 1 800 251 7558 8 am 6 pm E S T Mon Fri 1 423 639 1171 TELEPHONE 1 423 639 2570 FAX CONSUMER SERVICE DEPA...

Page 3: ...w M4x 10mm 1 Owner s Manual 2 Bottom Shelf 3 Cylinder Retainer Clip 4 Left Front Wheel Leg 5 Left Rear Wheel Leg 6 Right Front Fixed Leg 8 Screw M5x35mm 10 Wheel 11 Axle Nut 12 Wheel Cover 15 Screw M6x35mm 17 Drip Cup 16 M6 Locknut 24 Rear Crossbrace Black 26 Right Side Table 27 Left Side Table 29 Side Burner Valve 23 Wingnut M4 31 Control Knob 28 Screw M6x15mm 7 Right Rear Fixed Leg 25 Screw M6x7...

Page 4: ...05 01 1 4 Left Front Wheel Leg with Velcro and screws 03 6578 00 1 5 Left Rear Wheel Leg 03 6579 00 1 6 Right Front Fixed Leg with Velcro and screws 03 6580 00 1 7 Right Rear Fixed Leg 03 6581 00 1 8 Screw M5x35 03 4099 00 8 9 Axle 03 6215 01 1 10 Wheel 03 6214 00 2 11 Nut Axle M8 03 6216 00 2 12 Wheel Cover 03 6217 01 2 13 Hood Black 03 6582 00 1 14 Hood Bowl Assembly Black w Side Table Leg Brkt ...

Page 5: ...e 03 0199 00 2 31 Knob Control 03 6589 00 3 32 Side Burner Electrode 03 6590 00 1 33 Side Burner 03 6591 00 1 34 Side Burner Pan 03 6592 00 1 35 Side Burner Grid 03 6252 00 1 36 Bolt M6x75mm Hood Handle Assy 03 4094 00 2 37 Hood Heat Shield 03 6289 00 1 38 Handle Spacer 03 6023 00 2 39 Hood Handle 03 6593 00 1 40 Flame Diffuser 03 6250 00 1 41 Warming Rack 03 6253 00 1 42 Cooking Grid Porcelain 03...

Page 6: ...T FIXED LEG AND WHEEL LEG 4 LEFT FRONT WHEEL LEG To reduce the risk of a cut injury Wear protective gloves when handling parts that have sharp edges Some assembly may require help from another person Observe where noted TOOLS 3 5 LEFT REAR WHEEL LEG 6 RIGHT FRONT FIXED LEG 7 RIGHT REAR FIXED LEG 8 M5 X 35 SCREW FIG 1A FIG 1B 8 M5 X 35 SCREW 8 pcs 2 BOTTOM SHELF 3 LP CYLINDER CLIP and or or ...

Page 7: ...5 Screws and tighten with M6 Locknuts FIG 3B 15 Screw M6X35 4 pcs 16 M6 Locknut 4 pcs 11 Nut M8 2 PCS 10 WHEEL 2 PCS 12 WHEEL COVER 2 PCS Push Axle through holes in Wheel Legs Place Wheels on both ends of Axle then tighten with two M8 Nuts with wrench or pliers Align Wheel Cover pins with 3 holes in Wheel and snap flush against wheel 10 WHEEL 12 WHEEL COVER 9 AXLE 11 Nut M8 WHEEL LEGS FIG 2 FIG 3A...

Page 8: ...to legs with ST4 0 x 10 Screws FIG 5A Secure Bottom Heat Shield to Left Sidebrace with M4x10 Screws and M4 Wingnuts FIG 5B Allow Heat Shield Edge to overlap Sidebrace edge 24 Rear CrossBrace Pre assembled FIG 5A 21 Screw ST4 0x10 6 pcs FIG 5B 22 Screw M4x10 2 pcs 23 M4 Wingnut Heat Shield edge over Crossbrace edge 22 Screw M4x10 19 Right Sidebrace 20 Left Sidebrace 21 Screw ST4 0x10 Bowl Leg Screw...

Page 9: ...15 Screws underneath Step 7 Assemble Side Burner Valve and Knob Align Valve Stem and Bracket holes with holes in Side Table Attach M4 x 10mm Screws to Valve brackets and tighten FIG 7A Push Control Knob onto the valve stem FIG 7B 30 Screw 6 32 x3 8 2 pcs 31 Knob 1 pc 30 Screw 6 32x3 8 FIG 7A FIG 7B 9 31 Control Knob 29 Side Burner Valve To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury fire or death Mak...

Page 10: ...r Pan Allow threaded stud to go through hole in Electrode bracket while laying the Burner flat FIG 8C Be sure to fit the Side Burner tube over the Side Burner valve nozzle FIG 8D Secure Side Burner with M4 Wingnut FIG 8C FIG 8D 35 Side Burner Grid 1 pc Side Burner tube end fitted over valve nozzle 23 Wingnut M4 Electrode Wire through hole Threaded Stud Attach Electrode Wire end to side terminal of...

Page 11: ...pen Hood Insert M6 Bolts through Heat Shield Hood through large end of Handle Spacers and to the Handle Tighten bolts into the Handle inserts Do not over tighten the porcelain grill coating may crack Align prongs of Side Burner Grid with holes in Side Table and lower grid into the holes FIG 8F FIG 8F 35 Side Burner Grid FIG 8G Side Table Assembly Finished 39 Hood Handle 1 pc ...

Page 12: ... Diffuser and Main Burner FIG 11B 12 Step 12 Attach Fabric Panel Attach Fabric Panel to the velcro patches behind the front legs as shown FIG 12 Note Panel may be removed to install LP Cylinder then re attached 42 Cooking Grid 1 pc 43 Fabric Panel 1 pc FIG 12 FIG 11B 42 Cooking Grid Step 10 Install Flame Diffuser Place the Flame Diffuser over the Main Bowl Burner onto the two mounting studs on eac...

Page 13: ... cylinder under or near the LP gas grill When grill is not in use turn off all grill control knobs LP cylinder valve and disconnect LP cylinder LP GAS CYLINDER The LP gas cylinder for use with this LP gas grill must meet the following requirements 1 12 diameter x 18 tall 20 lb maximum capacity 2 Overfill Protection Device OPD safety feature should be noted on cylinder 3 Must be constructed and mar...

Page 14: ...ol knobs to the off position and turn the handle on the LP gas cylinder clockwise until it stops 2 Turn coupling nut on regulator counter clock wise until regulator is released from the threaded LP cylinder gas nozzle 3 Replace the protective cap over LP cylinder gas nozzle To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death This installation must conform with local codes or in the absence of loc...

Page 15: ...turned to the off position and verify that the LP gas cylinder valve is closed by turning the knob on the LP gas cylinder clockwise until it stops 3 Mix one part of water with one part of dish washing liquid 4 Remove Fabric Panel from the front legs if necessary 5 Open the knob on the LP gas cylinder counter clockwise FIG 14A 6 Check for leaks by brushing the soap solution on all gas valves hose c...

Page 16: ...mpts following Steps 4 6 turn all knobs to the Off position and close the LP gas cylinder valve to dissipate any accumulated gas Wait five minutes then repeat the lighting procedures NOTE If the burner still fails to light refer to the Troubleshooting Section The burner can also be lit manually see Manual Lighting of the Grill 8 After ignition turn the control knobs to High for 3 5 minutes and clo...

Page 17: ...nder the grill avoid contact with hot surfaces Lit match through match lighting hole underneath the grill bowl on the right side Manual Lighting FIG 16 5 If the burner fails to light after three or four attempts following Steps 3 4 turn the Side Burner Control Knob to the Off position and close the LP gas cylinder valve to dissipate any accumulated gas Wait five minutes then repeat the lighting pr...

Page 18: ... on a hot Cooking Grid or cookware Cooking on the Grids The burners heat up the Flame Diffusers under the Cooking Grids which in turn heat the food on the grill The natural food juices from cooking fall onto the hot Flame Diffusers below and vaporize Rising smoke bastes the food giving it that unique barbecued flavor CAUTION Do not preheat grids over 5 minutes The porcelain coating could be damage...

Page 19: ...rner and Heat Shield screws CARE AND MAINTENANCE CLEANING THE GRILL To reduce the risk of a cut injury Be careful or wear protective gloves when cleaning grill parts that have sharp edges Do not use the grill without the Drip Cup in place Empty excess grease to avoid a fire under the grill If you notice grease or other hot material dripping from the grill onto the valve hose or regulator turn off ...

Page 20: ... of the burner See FIG 20A 9 Re attach Heat Shield to bottom of Bowl and Side Crossbrace 10 Check burner operation after re assembly 11 Replace Grease Cup Flame Diffuser and Cooking Grid Clean Burner holes all around with small nail or wire Inlet holes 20 Heat Shield Valve nozzles must fit inside Burner venturi tubes FIG 20A FIG 20C To reduce the risk of a fire beneath the grill Inspect and clean ...

Page 21: ... gas grill for gas leaks deterioration proper assembly and burner obstructions 7 Periodically check and tighten all nuts bolts and screws Problem Possible Cause Solution Burner will not light using the ignitor Burner is not connected to Valve Not pausing long enough before clicking the Ignitor No spark LP gas cylinder is empty LP Coupling nut is not fully connected to regulator LP Excess flow valv...

Page 22: ...TROUBLESHOOTING Cont d Persistent grease fire Unable to fill LP tank Humming or whistling from the regulator Grease trapped around burner system Some dealers have older fill nozzles with worn threads Outside temperature humidi ty barometric pressure and the gas level within the tank may cause the rubber diaphragm inside the regula tor to vibrate making a hum ming or whistling sound Turn control kn...

Page 23: ...r by weight or volume Ask your filling station to read purging and filling instructions on the LP cylinder before attempting to fill Do not exchange the LP Gas cylinder unless the exchange LP cylinder is equipped with an OPD Otherwise you will lose the OPD Overfill Prevention Device feature If there is not an LP cylinder available for exchange equipped with an OPD we recommend that you have your c...

Page 24: ...se or failure to perform normal and routine maintenance LIABILITY FOR CONSEQUENTIAL PROPERTY OR COMMERCIAL DAMAGES ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED BY THIS WARRANTY ANY APPLICABLE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE PERIOD COVERAGE OF THIS EXPRESS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY Some states do not allow limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts so this limitation...

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