Blaze Outdoor BLZ-3, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ... USA Phone 866 976 9510 email CustomerService BlazeGrills com BLAZEGRILLS COM WARNING I Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapor in the vicinity of this or any other appliance 2 A LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliances DANGER IF YOU SMELL GAS I Shut off the gas supply to the appliance at its source 2 Extinguish ...

Page 2: ...i Checking for Gas Leaks 12 13 V Gas Connection 14 i Unpacking Unit 14 ii Natural Gas Requirements 15 iii Liquid Propane Gas and Tank Requirements 15 iv Transporting and Storing LP Gas 16 VI Installing the Appliance in a BBQ Island 16 i Building BBQ Specifications 18 ii Installation Method for Propane 19 iii Installation Method for Natural Gas 19 VII First Time Operation 19 i Lighting the Applianc...

Page 3: ...ce Conventional Burner with Infrared Sear Burner 23 ii Preheating the Infrared Burner 23 iii Infrared Burner Cleaning 24 X Fuel Conversion 24 i Gas Regulator 24 ii NG LP Regulator Conversion 25 iii Main Burner 26 iv Rear Burner 26 XI Warranty Registration 27 XII Grill Parts 28 29 XIII Product Serial Number 30 XIV Blaze Product Registration 31 ...

Page 4: ... all other components Appliances must be registered within 30 days of purchase to validate this warranty See warranty section for details Model BLZ 3LP BLZ 3NG 3 BURNER Cutout Dimensions 23 1 4 W x 21 1 4 D x 8 1 2 H BTU Output 14 000 BTU per Burner x3 Infrared Back Burner None Total BTU 42 000 Primary Ignition Push N Turn Flame Thrower Secondary Ignition Flash Tube Cooking Grid Dimensions 22 3 8 ...

Page 5: ...sq in includes warming rack Flame Tamer Flame Stabilizer Grid Zone Cooking Removable Heat Zone Separators Rotisserie Kit Motor Forks Optional Burner Commercial Quality Cast Stainless Steel Gas Type Each grill contains an NG LP Conversion Kit Warranty Lifetime Defects in manufacturing and workmanship Cooking grids stainless housing as well as the stainless burners against rust through 15 Years Cont...

Page 6: ...Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page 6 Version 1 4 BBQ SPECIFICATIONS NOTE ALWAYS have equipment measured by Contractor before building ...

Page 7: ... are on the list of substances which are known by the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm California law requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances To minimize exposure to these substances always operate the unit according to the use and care manual ensuring you provide good ventilation when cooking WARNING Improper installation adjustment a...

Page 8: ...SE Spiders and small insects occasionally spin webs or make nests in the burner tubes These webs can lead to a gas flow obstruction which could result in a fire in and around the burner tubes This type of fire is known as FLASH BACK and can cause serious damage to your appliance and create an unsafe operating condition for the user Although an obstructed burner tube is not the only cause FLASH BAC...

Page 9: ...s have areas that are partially closed off such as balconies and pergolas In some cases it is hard to decide whether these partially enclosed areas should be classified as indoor areas particularly in terms of permanent non closable ventilation Consult the AHJ Authority Having Jurisdiction or local contractor of any uncertainty Please read all instructions before installing or operating your gas a...

Page 10: ...g when operating this appliance Loose fitting or hanging garments should never be worn while using the appliance Do not leave the appliance unattended while in use Do not use water on grease fires A violent steam explosion may result Instead smother the fire with a multipurpose ABC extinguisher Electrical Safety and Installation Warnings Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their us...

Page 11: ...properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with applicable codes To guarantee the electrical safety of this appliance continuity must exist between the appliance and an effective grounding system It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for damages caused by the lack or inadequacy of an effective grounding s...

Page 12: ... Cylinders Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods a Propane Tank with an ODP Overfill Prevention Device must be used at all times IMPORTANT Never connect the appliance to an unregulated gas supply The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes to the national fuel gas code ANSI Z223 1a 1998 Installation in Canada must be in ac...

Page 13: ... system Blowing bubbles in the soap solution indicates that a leak is present Stop a leak by tightening the loose joint resealing with thread sealant or Teflon tape removing sealant or tape in the event of a flared connection or by replacing the faulty part with a replacement part recommended by the manufacturer Do not attempt to repair the cylinder valve if it is damaged The cylinder must be disc...

Page 14: ... LEAKS Gas Connections UNPACKING UNIT Your Blaze Series Appliance comes pre assembled and requires very little setup We do however recommend the use of professional help during the installation of your unit as improper installation may affect your warranty Remove the unit from the box along with all accessories and check that no damage has occurred to the unit or any parts Burners Check the burner...

Page 15: ...ove cylinder and have it filled at your local qualified propane dealer Once filled carefully connect the valve and make sure it is secure and not leaking With the control knobs in the OFF position turn on the cylinder valve If you smell gas or hear a hiss of gas escaping from the tank get away from the tank and do not attempt to correct the problem yourself Call the Fire Department immediately If ...

Page 16: ...person to help you avoid damaging the appliance or your appliance island The island must be made out of non combustible material In the event it is combustible the use of an insulation jacket is required Before installing an appliance in any island cut out make sure that the opening is not bigger than the outside frame of the appliance unit The appliance should rest on the lip of the frame Pay car...

Page 17: ...when lowering the appliance into the cut out Keep your fingers away from where the appliance will be supported on counter Your fingers could become trapped and serious injury could occur Check to make sure the appliance is level and is supported around the entire outside edge If the appliance is not level or is unstable use non combustible shims under the outside lip to stabilize it Perform the le...

Page 18: ...SCRIPTION WIDTH A DEPTH B HEIGHT C BLZ 3 25 3 Burner 23 1 4 21 1 4 8 1 2 BLZ 4 32 4 Burner 30 5 8 21 1 4 8 1 2 BLZ 5 40 5 Burner 38 3 8 21 1 4 8 1 2 ALL BBQ ISLANDS MUST BE MANUFACTURED FROM NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL Minimum clearance to adjacent combustible construction at 14 from sides 16 from back ...

Page 19: ...use Always keep your face and body as far away from the grill as possible when lighting Caution Never operate the appliance unattended Prior to using your appliance verify that all of the following is correct The burner tube is free of any debris or obstruction Installation of the proper gas type and regulator settings The proper gas connection is complete Installation Method for Propane Installat...

Page 20: ...If the burner does not light on the first try repeat immediately For rear burner a slower turn of the knob is necessary This allows gas to accumulate in the rear burner to achieve ignition 5 If the burner does not light in 5 seconds then wait five minutes until the gas clears before attempting to light it again Repeat the procedure or try the manual lighting procedure below 6 Upon successful light...

Page 21: ...ion never with a flame With the cooking grids and flame tamers removed light the main burners and run them on the high setting Inspect burners for proper flame appearance The ideal flame appearance is one that is mostly blue and not lifting off of the burner surface There is an air shutter found at the end of the burner close to the valve which can be either opened or closed to make adjustments to...

Page 22: ... be made to obtain a blue flame and proper gas glow This appliance should be preheated before cooking with the main burner control settings on HIGH for five minutes with the hood closed Cleaning Your Appliance NOTE You should clean your appliance after each use to maintain the overall appearance over the life of your appliance After the first use it is normal for your appliance to become discolore...

Page 23: ...d inspect the burner inlet to ensure it is free of any obstructions Use a rod or pipe cleaner to remove any debris within the burner if necessary NOTE Make sure each burner is properly placed after cleaning It is very important to ensure the end of the burner is installed appropriately onto the gas valve to ensure gas flows safely into the burner Failure to meet these conditions can cause dangerou...

Page 24: ...use with Natural Gas or Propane When converting to Propane Gas the most common Propane canister used is a smaller sized portable canister typically 5 gallons or 20 pounds The pre installed regulator will need to be removed and replaced with a low pressure hose and regulator with an outbound pressure set to approximately 11 of water column pressure If an individual is intending on using Propane pro...

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Page 26: ...e valve 7 Once the old orifice is removed replace it with the new orifice repeat for all burners When re installing the orifice do not over tighten or you will strip the brass fitting Little pressure is needed 8 Inspect burners for proper flame appearance The ideal flame appearance is one that is mostly blue and not lifting off of the burner surface There is an air shutter found at the end of the ...

Page 27: ...ze Outdoor Products shall not be liable under this or any implied warranty for incidental or consequential damages and Blaze Outdoor Products liability is limited to the purchase price of the appliance only This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state This warranty is applicable in the United States and Canada only No one else ...

Page 28: ... 022 Rotis Valve BLZ 32 029 Electrode Wire BLZ 32 042 Stainless Steel Flame Tamer BLZ 32 064 Flashtube BLZ 32 045 Stainless Steel Flexline BLZ 32 039 3 Burner Firebox BLZ 26 020 Temperature Gauge BLZ 32 035 4 Burner Firebox BLZ 32 020 Valve BLZ 32 028 5 Burner Firebox BLZ 40 020 3 Burner Warming Rack BLZ 26 033 3 Burner Firebox Cover BLZ 26 006 4 Burner Warming Rack BLZ 32 033 4 Burner Firebox Cov...

Page 29: ...Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page 29 Version 1 4 BLAZE 3 Burner BLAZE 4 5 Burner Note Add one burner one flame tamer one heat separator and one grid for the Blaze 5 Burner ...

Page 30: ...u will need this number to properly register your appliance and activate coverage Write this information in the space provided below for your records Appliance model Appliance serial number Type of fuel being used Propane Natural Gas Date purchased Date installed Blaze dealer s name address _______________________________________________________________________ Blaze dealer s phone number ...

Page 31: ... if you ever need warranty help Name First Last Email Phone Street Address Address Line 2 City State Province Region Zip Postal Code Country What is the model number of the Blaze Product purchased What is the serial number on the Blaze product only on grills and side burners Where did you buy your Blaze product Mail To Blaze Outdoor Products Warranty Registration 10920 Coursey Blvd Baton Rouge LA ...