Coleman 5497 Series, Instructions For Use Manual

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Standard Ignition

1.  Set stove on sturdy, flat surface. 

For outdoor use only.

2.  Hold a lighted long wooden match 

near burner and open control 

knob. (Fig. 21)

Fig. 21

To Turn Off

1.  Close both control knobs firmly. 

(Fig. 22)

Fig. 22

To Clean

1.  Make sure stove is cool.

2.  Move stove away from flame 

(including pilot lights) and other 

ignition sources.

3.  Remove propane cylinder from 

regulator and replace protective 

cap on cylinder. (Fig. 23)

Fig. 23

4.  Remove regulator from stove.  

(Fig. 24)

Fig. 24

5.  Remove cooking grates, water 

pans (select models only) and pan 

supports from stove.

6.  Wipe clean the cooktop and other 

dirty surfaces with soft cloth and 

mild dish detergent. Do not use 

abrasives. (Fig. 25)

Fig. 25

MAINTENANCE

●

Keep stove area clear and free 

from combustible materials, 

gasoline and other flammable 

vapors and liquids.

●

Do not obstruct the flow of 

combustion and ventilation air.

●

A good flame should be blue 

with minimal yellow tip. Some 

yellow tips on flames are 

acceptable as long as no carbon 

or soot deposits appear.

●

Wipe clean with soft cloth and 

mild dish detergent. Do not use 

abrasives. 

To Store

EXPLOSION - FIRE HAZARD

●

Never store propane near high 

heat, open flames, pilot lights, 

direct sunlight, other ignition 

sources or where temperatures 

exceed 120 degrees F (49 °C).

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The cylinder must be 

disconnected when the stove is 

in storage.

  DANGER