Napoleon PRESTIGE V 450, Instruction Manual

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WARNING!

 Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, personal injury or 

death.  Read and follow all warnings and instructions in this manual prior to operating grill.

Safe Operating Practices

•  This gas grill must be assembled exactly according to the instructions in the manual.  If the grill was store 

assembled, you must review the assembly instructions to confirm correct assembly and perform the 

required leak tests before operating the grill.

•  Read the entire instruction manual before operating the gas grill.
•  This gas grill must be used only outdoors in a well-ventilated space and must not be used inside a building, 

garage, screened-in porch, gazebo or any other enclosed area.

•  This gas grill must not be installed in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.
•  Do not locate unit in windy settings. High winds adversely affect the cooking performance of the gas grill. 
•  Under no circumstances should this gas grill be modified.
•  Do not operate unit under overhead combustible construction.
•  Maintain proper clearance to combustibles 16” (410mm) to rear of unit, 7” (178mm) to sides).  Additional 

clearance of 24” (610mm) is recommended near vinyl siding or panes of glass.

•  Gas must be turned off at the gas cylinder when the gas grill is not in use.
•  When the gas cylinder is connected to the appliance, the gas grill and cylinder must be stored outdoors in 

a well-ventilated space. 

•  When the gas grill is to be stored indoors, the connection between the gas cylinder and the gas grill must 

be disconnected and the cylinder removed and stored outdoors in a well ventilated space out of reach of 

children. Disconnected cylinders must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.  

•  Inspect the gas supply hose before each use. If there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear or the hose 

is cut, it must be replaced prior to using the gas grill with a replacement hose assembly specified by the 

grill manufacturer. 

•  Do not route hose underneath drip pan - proper hose clearance to bottom of unit must be maintained.
•  Leak test the unit before initial use, annually, and whenever any gas components are replaced.
•  Follow lighting instructions carefully when operating grill.  
•  Burner controls must be off when turning supply cylinder valve on.
•  Adults and especially children should be alerted to the hazards of high surface temperatures. Young children 

should be supervised near the gas grill.

•  Do not leave grill unattended when operating.
•  Do not light burners with lid closed.
•  Do not operate rear burner with main burners operating.
•  Do not move grill when hot or operating.
•  Do not use condiment tray to store lighters, matches or any other combustibles.
•  Keep any electrical supply cord and fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces.
•  Ensure sear plates are positioned properly according to sear plate installation instructions. The holes must 

be towards the front of the gas grill (if applicable). 

•  Clean grease tray and sear plates regularly to avoid build-up, which could lead to grease fires.
•  Remove warming rack before lighting rear burner. The extreme heat will damage the warming rack. 
•  Inspect infrared burner venturi tube for spider webs and other obstructions periodically. Clean the tubes 

completely if you find any such obstructions.

•  Do not use water to control flare ups.
•  Do not allow cold water (rain, sprinkler, hose, etc.) to come in contact with heated unit.  A large temperature 

differential can cause chipping in the porcelain. 

•  Do not allow cold water (rain, sprinkler, hose, etc.) to come in contact with ceramic burners.  A large temperature 

differential can cause cracking in the ceramic tile.

•  Do not use a pressure washer to clean any part of the unit.