Installation, Locating GRILL/BUILT-IN Clearances

FIG. 01

INSTALLATION

LOCATING GRILL/BUILT-IN CLEARANCES

Important!

Before installation, remove shipping brackets from the grill. To do so, loosen the 4 screws on the bottom sides of the grill which hold the brackets to the grill. Slide the shipping brackets off and retighten the screws.

LOCATION:

Shipping Brackets

When determining a suitable location take into account concerns such as exposure to wind, proximity to traffic paths and keeping

any gas or electrical supply lines as short as possible and away from heat sources. Locate the grill only in a well ventilated area. Do not build the grill under overhead unprotected combustible construction. Never locate the grill in a building, garage, breezeway, shed or other such enclosed areas. During heavy use, the grill will produce a lot of heat and smoke. Ensure there is adequate area for it to dissipate.

If locating the grill in a windy area, try to locate the grill so the prevailing wind will blow air at the front of the grill as shown in Fig. 02. This will assist the grill in venting hot air thru the back of the grill. In addition, this will help keep any smoke from blowing at someone who is cooking on the grill. If you have to locate the grill in a windy area where the prevailing wind is at the rear of the grill, a windbreak must be installed. The windbreak should be made such that it will block wind from entering the exhaust vent in the rear of the unit as shown in Fig.

02.Location of the windbreak relative to rear of the grill must adhere to the clearances specified for combustible or non-combustible construction as defined in these instructions. Refer to following pages.

As high-performance gas appliance, your grill requires significant amounts of air to support the combustion process. Your grill is designed to take air in through the valve panel area, and send the exhaust products out through the exhaust gap at the rear of the hood. Using your grill in windy conditions can disrupt the proper flow of air though your grill, leading to reduced performance, or in certain severe cases, causing heat buildup in the valve panel area. This can lead to problems such as having the knobs melt, or burn hazards when the valve panel surfaces become too hot to touch.

During high wind conditions, it is best if you don’t use your grill. If you live in an area that is subject to frequent high winds, or a steady directional wind, then the installation of a suitable windbreak may be advised. If you have a grilling cart, it is best to position the unit so the prevailing wind blows into the valve panel, thus supporting the proper airflow. Winds hitting the back of the grill directly are the most likely to cause problems, although wind blowing along the exhaust gap in the rear can also be problematic.

Please note that damage to your grill resulting from use in windy conditions, such as melted knobs or igniter wires, or valve panel discoloration from heat build-up, are excluded from warranty coverage.

GRILL PLACEMENT

GRILL EXHAUST

EXHAUST VENT FLOW

If wind is an

PREFERRED AIR FLOW

EXHAUST

FLAME

BURNER

FLAME LIFT

Wind hitting the grill while in use, especially winds

blowing into or across this hood

gap, can cause poor performance and in some cases can cause the control panel to get dangerously hot.

WIND
PRIMARY
INTAKE
AIR	FLOW

		WIND
	SCREEN	15” min.
	WIND
	3”
	min.
	for non-
	combustibles
WIND	12" min. for
WIND	combustibles
	combustibles

issue, a wind screen should be added. The wind screen should be higher than the top of the opening in the back of the grill, with a minimum clearance of 3" (for non-combusti bles) or 12" (for combustibles)

FIG. 02