Weber 1500 owner manual Mdanger Mwarnings, LP GAS Units only

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mDANGER

Failure to follow the Dangers, Warnings and Cautions contained in this Owner’s Manual may result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.

mWARNINGS

mDo not store a spare or disconnected LP tank under or near this barbecue.

mImproper assembly may be dangerous. Please carefully follow the assembly instructions in this manual.

mAfter a period of storage, and/or nonuse, the Weber Gas Barbecue should be checked for gas leaks and burner obstructions before using. See instructions in this manual for correct procedures.

mDo not operate the Weber Gas Barbecue if there is a gas leak present.

mDo not use a flame to check for gas leaks.

mCombustible materials should never be within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of your Weber Gas Barbecue.

mDo not put a barbecue cover or anything flammable on or in the storage area under the barbecue.

mYour Weber Gas Barbecue should never be used by children.

mYou should exercise reasonable care when operating your Weber Gas Barbecue. It will be hot during cooking or cleaning, and should never be left unattended.

mShould the burners go out during operation, turn all gas valves off. Open the lid and wait five minutes before attempting to relight, using the lighting instructions.

mDo not use charcoal or lava rock in your Weber Gas Barbecue.

mNever lean over open grill or place hands or fingers on the front edge of the cooking box.

mShould a grease fire occur, turn off all burners and leave lid closed until fire is out.

mDo not enlarge valve orifices or burner ports when cleaning the valves or burners.

mThe Weber Gas Barbecue should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis.

mLP gas is not natural gas. The conversion or attempted use of natural gas in an LP unit or LP gas in a natural gas unit is dangerous and will void your warranty.

mDo not attempt to disconnect any gas fitting while your barbecue is in operation.

mUse heat-resistant barbecue mitts or gloves when operating barbecue.

LP GAS UNITS ONLY:

mUse the regulator that is supplied with your Weber Gas Barbecue.

mDo not attempt to disconnect the gas regulator or any gas fitting while your barbecue is in operation.

mA dented or rusty LP tank may be hazardous and should be checked by your liquid propane supplier. Do not use an LP tank with a damaged valve.

mAlthough your LP tank may appear to be empty, gas may still be present, and the tank should be transported and stored accordingly.

mIf you see, smell or hear the hiss of escaping gas from the LP tank:

1.Get away from LP tank.

2.Do not attempt to correct the problem yourself.

3.Call your fire department.

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Contents Genesis MDANGER MWARNINGS LP GAS Units onlyWarranty Patents and Trademarks Contents Storage Gas supply testingGeneral Instructions Operating areaGeneral Specifications for Piping Typical natural gas supply installation to a wood deck Recommended concrete pad requirements Step AssemblyCheck package contents Page Check contents of hardware packs Continue frame assembly Assemble the frameMeasure and drill holes MCAUTION a minimum of 2 bolts are required on each sideMethod 3 Concrete Method 1 ConcreteMethod 2 Concrete Method 4 Wood deck Add cooking box Check all valves are off Install manifold bracketConnect barbecue gas supply line to the natural gas supply Install igniter Purge air from gas linesCheck for gas leaks MWARNING Do not ignite burners while leak checkingInstall side panels Add base panelInstall Flavorizer Bars and Cooking Grates Install the bottom trayInstall Lid Add tool holders, control panel and burner control knobsInstall the condiment basket Install the accessory rackComplete accessory installation Lighting To ExtinguishManual Lighting After a Period of Nonuse Periodic CleaningCooking Drippings and greaseAnnual Maintenance Inspection and Cleaning of the Weber Spider Stopper GuardsWeber Spider Stopper Guards General MaintenanceMCAUTION Do not enlarge the burner ports when cleaning Main Burner Flame PatternReconnect gas supply line. See Check for gas leaks Crossover Ignition System Operations Burner does not light, or flame is low in High position MCAUTION Do not line the bottom tray with aluminum foil43-47 Parts List Final Word Thanks