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Copyright 2017 Big John Grills & Rotisseries 

 

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Owner’s Manual 

for Assembly, Operating & Maintenance of 

Model PG-36S Fixed Base Gas Griddle 

DANGER 

IF YOU SMELL GAS: 

1.  SHUT OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE 

2.  EXTINGUISH OPEN FLAMES 

3.  IF ODOR CONTINUES, KEEP AWAY FROM THE 

APPLIANCE AND IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR 
GAS SUPPLIER OR FIRE DEPARTMENT.   

 

LEAKING GAS MAY CAUSE FIRE, EXPLOSION,  
PERSONAL INJURY, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, AND 
DEATH. 

YOU MUST READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL          
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GAS GRIDDLE. 

WARNING:  Follow all leak-check         
procedures listed in this manual carefully 
prior to operation of this unit.  Do this 
even if the griddle was assembled by a    
professional. 

THIS GAS GRIDDLE IS DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. 

526 EAST ROLLING RIDGE DRIVE, BELLEFONTE, PA 16823 

P: 814-359-2755                                  F: 814-359-2621                             sales@bigjohngrills.com 

WARNING:  Do not ignite this griddle 
without reading the LIGHTING                
INSTRUCTIONS first. 

WARNING:  DO NOT store or use         
gasoline or other flammable liquids/
vapors in the vicinity of this griddle. 

 

An LP Cylinder not connected for use 
should not be stored in the vicinity of this 
unit. 

www.bigjohngrills.com 

Summary of Contents for PG-36S

Page 1: ...OPERATING YOUR GAS GRIDDLE WARNING Follow all leak check procedures listed in this manual carefully prior to operation of this unit Do this even if the griddle was assembled by a professional THIS GA...

Page 2: ...ANE SAFETY QCC Page 6 4 GENERAL INFORMATION Page 7 5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Page 8 6 SET UP INSTRUCTIONS Page 9 7 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Page 10 8 CLEANING CARE INSTRUCTIONS Page 11 9 PARTS LIST Page 1...

Page 3: ...use propane cylinders indoors Make sure the POL or QCC Connector is free from scratches or nicks which can cause gas leaks DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vici...

Page 4: ...em roughly or drop them Never keep propane cylinders full or empty in a hot vehicle Heat can cause the relief valve to purge propane creating a very dangerous situation To fill take the LP cylinder to...

Page 5: ...the appliance Open the cylinder valve and watch for bubbles If bubbles appear tighten the connections further If this does not remedy the problem call your propane dealer If the system is free of lea...

Page 6: ...have lava rock in the grill 4 Check that the QCC is lime green black or dark green will cause lighting problems If everything is correct reset the system SOLUTION To reset Close all of the control va...

Page 7: ...low the griddle to cool completely before touching any metal surface DO not operate griddle within 12 of a combustible or non combustible surface Provide adequate clearance and ventilation at all time...

Page 8: ...ch the wheels A Attaching the 8 Wheels i Adjust nut to have a 1 4 clearance between the wheel bearing and the nut ii Thread wheel assembly into lower threaded hole and lock nut against frame B Attachi...

Page 9: ...ch provides a non stick cooking surface that should not be scrubbed off CAUTION GRIDDLE WILL BE EXTREMELY HOT 6 Open cylinder valve completely and allow system to pressurize takes about 1 minute 7 TO...

Page 10: ...ld The front burner will ignite instantly with a POOF sound 7 Remove lighter or match and push to turn 2nd control valve to the open position it will light instantly from the 1st Do the same for the 3...

Page 11: ...aned immediately g Use a pipe cleaner to remove any signs of web nest or other debris h Wipe off outside and each hole along burner to ensure nothing is clogging holes i Rinse with water if necessary...

Page 12: ...Adapter for Hose 302763 Cast Iron Air Mixer Threaded Style Pre 2013 302763A Cast Iron Air Mixer Press On Style 2013 to Present 302761 Control Valve with Orifice 302762 Chrome Control Knob 302753 36 T...

Page 13: ...n Grills Rotisseries 13 PARTS DIAGRAM Burner Tube Assembly Press On Air Mixer Control Valve with Orifice Control Knob 120 CB Hose Adapter Low Pressure Hose Regulator with QCC http www bigjohngrills co...

Page 14: ...7 Big John Grills Rotisseries 14 ACCESSORIES Item Description 301016 30 Propane Cylinder 301017 40 Propane Cylinder 301168 VC 46 46 Green Vinyl Cover for PG 36S http www bigjohngrills com pages griddl...

Page 15: ...no longer detected 4 Make sure all control valves are closed and gas tank valve is off 5 In a spray bottle mix together dish soap and water 6 Spray the following with soapy water mixture a Tank Valve...

Page 16: ...st a 30 lb propane tank as most Big John equipment requires a minimum of a 30 propane tank due to the BTU draw Use of 20 lb cylinders is only acceptable for an appliance with a BTU draw of 60 000 BTU...

Page 17: ...ndard free of charge and returned to the purchaser Labor and transportation costs are NOT covered by this warranty Misuse neglect or alteration of the product is not covered by this warranty This warr...

Page 18: ...especially when in use Use heat resistant barbecue gloves or mitts when operating griddle Do not enlarge burner holes when cleaning Do not attempt to disconnect any gas fittings while your griddle is...

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