2008 Barbecue Grill and Cart Owner’s Manual
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LTR20081038, Rev. B
Using Your Grill
Each time you light the grill, check the following:
Inspect the hose before using the grill. If there is
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excessive abrasion or wear, or if the hose is cut,
it must be replaced prior to using the grill. If you
need a replacement hose, contact your Cal Flame
dealer.
Ensure the area around the barbecue is clear of
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flammable substances such as gasoline, yard
debris, wood, etc.
Ensure there is no blockage of the airflow through
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the vent space located below the face of the unit.
When using propane gas:
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Keep the special ventilation openings in
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the enclosure free and clear of debris .
If connected to a propane cylinder, carefully
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inspect the rubber hose attached to the
regulator before each use .
Ensure the propane cylinder, regulator, and
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rubber hose are installed in a location not
subject to heating above 125º F (51º C) .
Ensure the burner flames burn evenly along both
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sides of each burner with a steady flame (mostly
blue with yellow tipping). If burner flames are not
normal, check the orifice and burner for insects or
insect nests.
Ensure the in-line gas valve or gas cylinder valve is
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always shut OFF when the barbecue is not in use.
Do not operate the side burner with its cover closed
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or the back burner with its cover installe
d.
Electronically Lighting the Grill and
Infrared Burners
Open the hood.
1.
Keep your face as far away from the burners as
2.
possible.
Rapidly rotate the burner knob counter clockwise
3.
past the light position to HIGH. You will hear a loud
click as the electronic lighter produces a spark.
Listen for the sound of the gas igniting. If the burner
4.
does not light on the first try, repeat immediately.
If the burner does not light after three attempts,
5.
turn the control knobs to the OFF position. Wait five
minutes until the gas clears before attempting to
light it again.
Repeat the procedure or try the manual lighting
6.
procedure below.
Upon successful lighting, repeat the process on the
7.
other burners you wish to light.
To shut off the burners, rotate the knob and turn to
8.
OFF. It is normal to hear a popping sound when the
burners are turned off.
Lighting the Grill
Manually Lighting the Grill and Infrared
Burners
WARNING: Do not use standard matches or cigarette
lighters to perform match lighting procedures. Serious
burns can occur and lighters can explode.
Open the hood.
1.
If you have just attempted to light the burner, allow
2.
five minutes for any accumulated gas to dissipate.
Slide out the drip tray from the grill.
3.
Keep your face as far away from the burners as
4.
possible.
Light and insert a long stem match, holding it near
5.
the burner ports.
Push in and turn the control knob just past the LIGHT
6.
position to HIGH.
Listen for the sound of the gas igniting. If the burner
7.
does not light after five seconds, turn the control
knobs to the OFF position. Wait five minutes until
the gas clears before attempting to light it again.
If the burner does not light after several attempts see
8.
Troubleshooting Guide in the back of this manual.
