Vermont Casting VCS3008B Series, VCS3008BI Series, VCS4008 Series, VCS5008 Series, VCS5008I

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Operation

Lighting the Main Burners

WARNING

NOTICE: When lighting the grill for the first time, burn with the

main burners on HIGH for at least 30 minutes, to burn off any

Never stand directly over the Grill when lighting the main burn-

manufacturing residues.

Figure 8

ers, to avoid exposure to possible flare-ups.

 

1. Always open the Hood completely and always inspect the Grill and burners before lighting the main burners.

2. Always confirm that all of the burner control knobs are in the OFF position before opening the gas supply.

3. Turn on the Propane Tank Valve at the tank (1 to 2 turns) (Fig. 8)or turn on the main natural gas supply valve.

4. Turn the selected Burner Control Knob to the HIGH posi- tion by pushing down on the knob and turning it counter- clockwise.

5. Immediately activate the Igniter. (Refer to Page 6) The selected burner should light within five seconds. Light the burners sequentially from either left to right or right to left.

IF THE SELECTED BURNER DOES NOT LIGHT,

 

immediately turn the burner control knob to the OFF posi-

 

tion, to prevent gas buildup. Wait five (5) minutes for the gas to

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clear and then repeat the preceding

 

starting procedure. If the burner will not light when using the Igniter, follow the match lighting instructions.

 

(Refer to Page 8)

 

6.Confirm that the burner is properly lit and the flame pattern is as desired. Refer to Figures 9a, 9b & 9c, for the proper flame patterns. If the flame pattern is other than normal, consult the Troubleshooting Guide on Page 23 for corrective action.

7.Always preheat the grill before starting cooking. A light coating of cooking oil on the cooking grids, before heating the Grill, will prevent foods from sticking to the Grill. Light all burners and adjust them to the HIGH position for 5 to 10 minutes. Before placing any food on the Grill, clean the cooking grids with a brass wire brush.

8.Adjust the Controls to a medium setting for most cooking requirements.

Figure 9a

Figure 9b

Figure 9c

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Normal: Soft blue flames

Out of Adjustment: Noisy, hard blue

 

flames indicate too much air

Poor Combustion: Wavy, yellow flames indicate too little air.

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Contents USER’S Manual Parts Identification Model VCS5008Signal Words Important WarningsB149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code Safe Locations for USE of this Outdoor GrillSafe USE of Propane LP GAS Safe USE of Natural NG GASPrevention of Burns SafetySafe USE of Natural NG GAS Electrical Safety Battery HandlingTable of Contents Propane GAS Fuel Propane GAS Fuel Always keep cylinders out of reach of childrenHooking Up to the Propane LP Gas Supply Connecting the Grill to a Propane LP GAS CylinderGas Hookup To Connect Connecting the Grill to the Main GAS SupplyHooking Up the Grill to the Natural NG Gas Supply To DisconnectPropane Tank Valve OperationControl Functions Burner Control Valves FigIf the Selected Burner does not Light Lighting the Main BurnersErs, to avoid exposure to possible flare-ups Clear and then repeat the precedingMatch Lighting the Main Burners Turning the Burners OffFLARE-UPS Match Lighting the Rotisserie Burner Lighting the Rotisserie Burner if applicableTo Start the Rotisserie Burner GrillRotisserie Setup if equipped Shutting the Burner OFF Rotisserie SetupLighting the Side Burner if applicable Hard boiling soups, lobsters or corn on the cob. c CookingMethods of Cooking Preparing Food for the Grill Grilling Tips Cooking Time Chart Type of Food Weight Cooking Cooking TimeType of Food Weight Type of Food Care & Maintenance Care & CleaningCooking Grids Rotisserie Burner if applicableSide Burner if applicable Porcelain Enamel Castings Drip TrayStainless Steel Panels Maintenance Burner AdjustmentTroubleshooting Guide Problem Potential Cause Action RequiredTroubleshooting Guide Porcelain Coated Firebox and Rear Lid Assembly Limited Lifetime WarrantyYear Warranty Cast Iron Cooking Grates Side Burner All Remaining Parts