Blaze BLZ-4LTE2, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...hone 866 976 9510 CustomerService BlazeGrills com BLAZEGRILLS COM DANGER IF YOU SMELL GAS I Shut off the gas supply to the appliance at its source 2 Extinguish any open flames 3 Open grill hood to release any accumulation ofgas vapor 4 If a gas odor persists keep away from your appliance and contact your gas supplier or fire department immediately WARNING I Do not store or use gasoline or other fl...

Page 2: ...king for Gas Leaks 15 17 ii Unpacking Unit 17 V Gas Connections 18 i Natural Gas Requirements 18 ii Liquid Propane Gas and TankRequirements 18 iii Transporting and Storing LP Gas 19 20 VI Installing the Appliance in a BBQ Island 21 i Outdoor Kitchen Ventilation 22 23 ii Building BBQ Specifications and Instruction 23 25 iii Installation Diagrams 26 VII First Time Operation 27 i Lighting the Applian...

Page 3: ...How to Replace Conventional Burner with Infrared Sear Burner 32 ii Preheating the Infrared Burner 32 iii Infrared Burner Cleaning 32 X Fuel Conversion 33 i Gas Regulator 33 34 ii Main Burner 35 iii Rear Burner 35 XI Warranty Registration 36 XII Grill Parts 37 XIII Product Serial Number 38 XIV Blaze Product Registration 39 ...

Page 4: ...nents Electronics and Lighting systems Appliances must be registered within 30 days of purchase to validate this warranty See warranty section for details Model BLZ 5LTE2 5 BURNER Cutout Dimensions 38 3 8 W x 21 1 4 D x 8 1 2 H BTU Output 14 000 BTU per Burner x5 Infrared Back Burner 10 000 BTU Total BTU 82 000 Primary Ignition Push N Turn Flame Thrower Secondary Ignition Flash Tube Cooking Grid D...

Page 5: ...Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page 5 BBQ SPECIFICATIONS NOTE ALWAYS have equipment measured by Contractor before beginning any project ...

Page 6: ...orized service agent NOTE This appliance is not intended for commercial use FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas 1 Shut off gas to the appliance 2 Extinguish any open flame 3 If odor continues immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department General Safety and Installation Warnings Safe operation of the BLAZE GRILL depends upon its proper installation Only a qualified professional installer ...

Page 7: ...ions This does not apply to propane portable installations using a 20 pound tank APPLIANCE INSTALLATION This gas appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes If installation is planned in an area with no local codes the gas appliance must be installed in accord with the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 and storage and handling of liquefied petroleum gases ANSI NFPA 58 or CSA B1...

Page 8: ...acket slot This is accomplished by first placing the burner tube shutter hole securely over the valve orifice and ensuring the male post on the rear of the burner rests in the opening in the grill chassis Failure to do so could result in a fire andinjury BEWARE OF SPIDERS CAUTION BURNER TUBES MUST BE INSPECTED AND CLEANED BEFORE EACH USE Spiders and small insects occasionally spin webs or make nes...

Page 9: ...has cooled off Do not store any LP cylinder or tank not connected for use with the appliance in the area of this appliance or any other appliance Never store an LP cylinder or tank indoors or within the reachof children Never test the appliance for gas leaks using a lighted match or any other open flame see leak test procedures using soap water solutions see section on Leak Testing The use of acce...

Page 10: ...e 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 Location of Appliance Most importantly this is an outdoor appliance Ensure your appliance is positioned safely away from anything that can catch fire Under no circumstance is this appliance to be used indoors Thisincludes garages or...

Page 11: ...e rear of the grill can affect the exhaust from escaping from the grill This can back up the heat behind the control panel potentially creating a gas leak damage to the product and injury Maintenance Access When your appliance is installed you should be able to access the gassupply line including the gas piping or hose gas regulator gas cylinder and any shut off valves Allow clear access to the en...

Page 12: ... fuse tripping the circuit breaker or unplugging the unit NOTE Use a 15 AMP Breaker with GFI protection NOTE This grill uses a Transformer to provide power to the LED lights and internal lights This diagram shows the connection to the transformer Keep any electrical supply cord and fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces sharp edges and dripping grease Be certain your appliance is properly ...

Page 13: ...sure that the gas supplied to the appliance conforms to the model you purchased A Natural Gas appliance requires natural gas to operate an LP appliance requires liquid Propane gas to operate Never connect the appliance to an unregulated gas supply line Appliances operated without regulator are unsafe and will not be serviced until installed properly and safely Unsafe operation without a gas regula...

Page 14: ...l codes or in the absence of local codes to the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 NFPA 54 and Natural Gas Installation Code CSA B149 1 All Natural Gas installations must conform to local codes or in the absence of local codes the national fuel gas code ANSIZ2223 1a 1998 If there are local codes that apply to outdoor burners you will have to conform to them Installation must conform with local cod...

Page 15: ...tion whenever the gas cylinder is connected to the regulator or whenever any part of the gas system is disconnected or replaced perform a leak test As a safety precaution remember to always leak test your appliance outdoors in a well ventilated area Never smoke or permit sources of ignition in the area while doing a leak test Do not use a flame such as a lighted match to test for leaks Use a solut...

Page 16: ...ppliance service technician or an LP gas dealer Do not use the appliance until the leak is corrected The below diagram is intended to show what a leaking connection would look like These two locations are not the only points to check nor the only potential areas for a gas leak to be present Leak Testing All gas piping and connections must be tested for leaks after installation or service along wit...

Page 17: ...cult to remove and or leave markings on the materials which are not covered by the warranty 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 occu...

Page 18: ...e must be installed in an accessible place Liquid Propane LP Gas and Tank Requirement If your BLAZE Grill is for a Liquid Propane application a L P regulator set for 11 WC must be used and is for use with LP gas only The regulator and hose supplied must be used with a 20 lb LP cylinder A collar to protect the cylinder threads on the customer supplied tank An arrangement for gas vapor withdrawal A ...

Page 19: ...ith soapy solution Do not subject your LP gas cylinder to excessive heat and always store the cylinder in an upright position Never store your LP cylinders indoors Make sure that when attaching components all connections are secured and fully tightened to prevent leakage Always check for leaks before every use If one is not already available it is required that an ON OFF shutoff valve be installed...

Page 20: ...tings Note remember the rubber line on the hose and regulator must be protected from sharp edges hot surfaces aggressive building materials that could cut melt or damage the line A separate approved gas line might be needed to go between the hose and regulator and the grill to position the rubber line in a safe location 4 Connect the regulator to the LP cylinder Only hand tighten the regulator 5 C...

Page 21: ...t should combustible materials such as a combustible wall be located behind the grill that the needed 5 for lid clearance doesn t satisfy the distance required from a combustible surface Protection from Weather Keep the appliance protected from adverse weather including rain and wind Wind particularly coming into the rear of the grill can affect the exhaust from escaping from the grill This can ba...

Page 22: ...ailable from your dealer to cover the island venting The following information is important to consider when adhering to your local code requirements LP Propane Gas LP gas is heavier than air and will settle to the lowest levels of the outdoor kitchen It is imperative to provide adequate cross ventilation for the areas where gas can accumulate at these lower levels of the island cavity Should the ...

Page 23: ...re 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 careful attention to the location of the gas line It should be routed away from sources of heat sharp edges and aggressive surfaces and should make as few bends as possible Ensure the gas line connection will be...

Page 24: ...rsonal preferences of the size of the notch out this is recommended to be done at the point of installation so that the consumer can dictate their preference NOTE The control panel of this unit is removable for service and must remain accessible Do not seal around the control panel preventing removal Slide the appliance into thecut out and then attach the gas line Be very careful not to kink the g...

Page 25: ...EQUIRED ALL BBQ ISLANDS MUST BE MANUFACTURED FROM NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL Minimum clearance to adjacent combustible construction at 14 from sides 16 from back MODEL DESCRIPTION HEIGHT A WIDTH B DEPTH C BLZ 4 LTE2 32 4 Burner LTE 8 1 2 30 5 8 21 1 4 BLZ 5 LTE2 40 5 Burner LTE 8 1 2 38 3 8 21 1 4 A distance of 5 will be needed behind the grill for the lid to open and close Remember that should comb...

Page 26: ...Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page 26 Additional Hood Clearance Installation Diagram Installation Method for Low Pressure Gas 5 Gallon LP tank shown Source Natural Gas Regulator Shown ...

Page 27: ... components are properly in place An installer supplied manual gas shut off valve is fully accessible LP hose is clean and inspected for cuts wear abrasion or leaks Replace if necessary witha suitable UL ETL or CSA Listed part with internally threadedconnector Lighting the Appliance 1 Open the hood 2 Use caution when lighting burners by standing as far away from the burners as possible Do not put ...

Page 28: ...hear a popping sound when the burners are turned off 9 Close the valve at the gas supply Manually Lighting the Main Burners WARNING Do not use standard size matches or cigarette lighters to perform match lighting procedures Serious burns can occur and lighters can explode 1 Open the hood 2 If you have just attempted to light the burner allow five minutes for any accumulated gas to dissipate Use ca...

Page 29: ... away from the burners as possible Do not put your hands arms head or any body parts close to the grill when lighting 3 Hold your open flame to the right side of the rear burner 4 Push in and turn the control knob to HIGH 5 If the burner does not light after five seconds turn the burner off and wait five minutes with the lid open until the gas clears 6 Wait five minutes until the gas clears before...

Page 30: ...TE Always wait until your appliance is completely cool before cleaning 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 discolored in certain areas from the heat produced by the burners A video for cleaning your grill is located on the blaze website to assist with the belo...

Page 31: ...ey were removed prior to installation into an outdoor kitchen To remove burner pull rod upwards and slide burner toward the rear of the appliance Repeat for each burner To clean the burners use a wire brush to clean the exterior of the burner Free all clogged ports of obstructions with a small metal object Clean out any debris through the air shutter and inspect the burner inlet to ensure it is fr...

Page 32: ...o not use this burner with the flamer tamer reinstalled above the burner Note It is critical that the end of the infrared burner is installed appropriately onto the gas valve to ensure gas flows safely into the burner For additional information contact us at 866 976 9510 or go to Blazegrills com Preheating the Infrared Burner Always preheat the entire appliance before cooking If the appliance is a...

Page 33: ...und pressure set to approximately 11 of water column pressure If an individual is intending on using Propane provided from a larger tank permanently installed on location the regulator included with the appliance will only need to be converted for use with LP fuel see NG LP Regulator Conversion below Please be aware that this included regulator can only withstand an inbound pressure of 5 PSI or ro...

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Page 35: ...tting and have to replace the 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 Very 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...

Page 36: ...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 ATTENTION International Customers Please consult your selling dealer or distributor for specifics pertaining to your product warranty and procedu...

Page 37: ...Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page 37 Blaze 4 5 LTE 4 burner pictured Note BLZ 4LTE2 is depicted above Add one burner one flame tamer one heat separator and one grid for the Blaze 5 LTE ...

Page 38: ...he Firebox see picture on page 13 You 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 NaturalGas Date purchased Date installed Blaze dealer s name Blaze dealer s address Blaze dealer s phone number ...

Page 39: ...your product electronically on the blaze website vs mailing in the below paperwork blazegrills com 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 Where did you buy your Blaze product Mail To Blaze Outdoor Products Warranty Registration 6620...