ADJUSTING YOUR BARBECUE (cont.)
VENT SCREEN INSTALLATION
1.Take the top panel off by removing the valve and ignitor knobs and turning the screw fasteners counterclockwise to release.
2.Place the screen around the outside upper flange of the shell.
3.Place the top panel over the screen and turn the screw fasteners clockwise to tighten.
Screw
Fastener
Note: Edge of screen with 
the holes, must be down to provide venting.
Figure 8
Top Panel
Screen
BARBECUE SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE
SAFETY INFORMATION
Every time you use your barbecue, make sure that:
1.The area around the barbecue is clear of flammable substances such as gasoline, yard debris, wood, etc.
2.There is no blockage of the air flow through the vent space located below the face of the unit.
3.When using propane gas:
a.The special ventilation openings in the enclosure are kept free and clear of debris.
b.If connected to a propane cylinder, the rubber hose attached to the regulator is carefully inspected before each use.
c.The propane cylinder, regulator and rubber hose are installed in a location not subject to heating above 125° F (51° C).
4.The burner flames burn evenly along both sides of each burner with a steady flame (mostly blue with yellow tipping). See 'Air Shutter Adjustment' on page 5. If burner flames are not normal, check the orifice and burner for insects or insect nests (see page 4 under 'Checking Barbecue Fuel Orifice Size', for burner removal and replacement).
5.The drip collector holes are clear and unobstructed. Excessive grease deposits can result in a grease fire.
6.The drip pan has been emptied.
7.The
DRIP COLLECTION SYSTEM
The drip collection system consists of 2 drip collectors and a drip pan. Prior to use, lift out the flavor grid. Insert and slide the drip pan to the far left end of the track provided at the bottom of the frame.
NOTE: The drip pan and 2 drip collectors are designed to be removed and replaced without removing the burners.
The flavor grids must be removed for access to the drip collectors and pan. This should be done while the unit is cool and the grid replaced again before lighting.
The drip collectors should be installed to rest under the burners, in the center of the unit, on the straps above the drip pan. The drain holes must be to the left end of the unit, and the collector with the hooking lip should be nearer the back of the unit and hooked over the other collector. When properly placed, the collectors will lie flat on the straps and direct any dripping from above or runoff from the liner to the drip pan.
To install the collectors, they must be tilted and inserted between the burners and under the left end of the liner first, until they will clear the liner at the right end before lowering to the straps and centering in place for use. The collectors may be unhooked and pushed apart for removal of the drip pan without removing the collectors or burners.
PREPARING THE BARBECUE FOR COOKING
To extend the life of your Fire Magic Barbecue, follow these steps prior to cooking:
1.Begin by heating the unit at a normal cooking temperature for several minutes.
2.Then open the control valve to the 'HIGH' setting to burn off residue remaining from prior use.
3.When the barbecue has heated sufficiently, set heat to the desired cooking level.
4.When using a smoke oven, closing the cover during the preheat period will accelerate the preparation process. Do not operate unattended at high flame as cooking temperatures will quickly be exceeded.
WARNING: Never cover the entire cooking or grill surface with griddles or pans. Overheating will occur and burners will not perform properly when combustion heat is trapped below the cooking surface.
CAUTION: Never spray water on a hot barbecue as this may damage the unit.
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