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Turning Off1.Turn gas OFF at LP gas tank.2.Turn all control knobs clockwise to the “OFF” position.Direct Cooking

Cooking directly over hot burners. Ideal for searing in juices and grilling food requiring less than 25 minutes of grilling time, such as steaks, hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken parts, vegetables and fruit.

1.Open lid and ignite the desired amount of burners per lighting instructions in owner’s manual.

2.Close lid and preheat grill on “HIGH”.

3.Wear protective gloves and use long handle tongs to place food onto cooking grids above the lit burners.

4.Adjust controls to desired temperature.

5.With lid open or closed, cook until desired internal food temperatures are achieved.

6.Turn grill OFF by first closing the valve on the propane tank. Burn off remaining gas in lines by waiting 15 seconds then turn all burner controls to the OFF position. A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the LP gas is burned.

Indirect Cooking

Not cooking directly over hot burners. Ideal for slow cooking and foods requiring more than 25 minutes such as most roasts, loins, chops, whole chickens, turkey, fish and baked goods.

1.Open lid and ignite the desired amount of burners per lighting instructions in owner’s manual.

2.Close lid and preheat grill on “HIGH”.

3.Wear protective gloves and use long handle tongs to place food onto cooking grids above the un-lit burners.

4.Adjust controls to desired temperature.

5.With lid closed, cook until desired internal food temperatures are achieved.

6.Turn grill OFF by first closing the valve on the propane tank. Burn off remaining gas in lines by waiting 15 seconds then turn all burner controls to the “OFF” position. A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the LP gas is burned.

For more tips on indirect cooking please see “Tips for Better Cookouts and Longer Grill Life”

Tips for Better Cookouts and Longer Grill Life

1. For food safety tips visit: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fact_Sheets/Barbecue_Food_Safety/

4. Turn ON gas at LP gas tank.

Figure 7

5.Push and turn control knob counterclockwise to “HIGH”.

6.Press the electronic igniter button and hold for 5 seconds to light burner.

7.If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn burner control knob “OFF”, wait 5 minutes, and repeat lighting procedure.

8.If igniter does not light burner, use a lit match secured with the lighting rod provided to light burners manually. Position the lit match near side of the burner. (Figure 8)

Important: Always use the lighting rod provided when

Figure 8

lighting burners with a match.

9. After lighting, please observe the burner flame,

 

make sure all burner ports are lit and flame height

 

matches illustration. (Figure 9)

 

CAUTION: If burner flame goes out during operation, immediately turn the gas “OFF” and open lid to let the gas clear for about 5 minutes before re-lighting.

Turning Off

 

 

 

 

1. Turn gas OFF at LP gas tank.

 

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2. Turn control knob clockwise to the “OFF” position.

 

 

 

Note: A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the LP

 

Flame

Slight

 

 

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gas is burned.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Slight

 

Cooking

Burner

 

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Dark

 

 

 

 

1. Light burner.

 

 

 

 

 

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2. Set burner to desired temperature

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

3. Place pan on center of grid.

 

 

 

 

4. Cook and adjust temperature as needed.

 

 

 

 

2. Use the upper cooking grid (warming rack) for keeping cooked food warm, toasting breads or

cooking delicate foods in aluminum foil pouches.

3. Use the side burner of this appliance like a normal kitchen range for boiling, sautéing or

frying.

4. To keep food from sticking to the grids, spray or coat with cooking oil before lighting.

5. To reduce flare-up keep grill clean, use lean cuts of meat (or trim fat) and avoid cooking on

very high temperatures.

6. Place delicate foods like fish and vegetables in aluminum foil pouches and indirect cook or

place on upper cooking levels (warming rack).

7. To avoid losing natural juices, use long handled tongs or spatulas instead of forks and turn

foods over just once during cooking.

8. When direct cooking adjust your burners to different levels so foods can be prepared to

different internal temperatures in the same time frame.

9. When indirect cooking roasts and larger cuts of meat, place meat onto a roasting rack inside

a heavy gauge metal pan. Place pan over the un-lit burners.

10. Try water pans to reduce flare-ups and cook juicer meats. Before starting grill remove

Cleaning and Care

CAUTION:

1.All cleaning and maintenance should be done when grill is cool and with the fuel supply disconnected.

2.DO NOT clean any grill part in a self cleaning oven. The extreme heat will damage the finish.

Notices1.This grill should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a regular basis.2.Abrasive cleaners will damage this product.3.Never use oven cleaner to clean any part of grill.

4.Do not clean any grill part in a self cleaning oven. The extreme heat will damage the finish.

cooking grids and place a heavy duty shallow pan directly on heat plates. Fill half way with

water, fruit juices or other flavored liquids. Replace cooking grids and position food over the

loaded pan.

11. Enhance food flavors by using wood chips in smoker boxes or aluminum foil pouches.

Follow the wood manufacturer’s instructions.

12. Rotisseries, grill baskets, vertical poultry holders and other accessories can enhance your

experiences, reduce cooking times and aid in clean-up.

13. Clean cooking grids and racks after every use with a quality grill bush designed for your

grid material. Wear protective gloves and gently remove the build-up while grids are hot.

14. After every use, allow grill to cool. Then protect clean cooking grids with a light coat of

cooking oil, empty grease pan, wipe outside surfaces with a suitable kitchen cleaner and

protect surfaces with a quality cover that properly fits your grill.

15. Visit websites like www.bluerhino.com, watch barbecue themed TV shows or purchase

related barbecue cookbooks to learn more interesting tips like –

A gas grill is ideal for reheating leftover pizza. Set burners on low and place pizza slices

directly on preheated cooking grid. Close lid and cook until cheese starts to bubble.

Operating Side BurnerNOTE: Side burner can be used while main burners are operating.Never use side burner as a grill.

Lighting

Before Each Use:

1.Keep the grill area clean and free from any combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.

2.Do not obstruct the flow of the combustion of LP and the ventilation air.

3.Keep the ventilation opening(s) of the LP gas tank area free and clear from debris.

4.Visually check the burner flames, to make sure your grill is working properly.

5.See sections below for proper cleaning instructions.

6.Check and clean the burner/venturi tubes for insects and insect nests. A clogged tube can lead to a fire beneath the grill.

Cleaning Surfaces1.Wipe surfaces clean with mild dishwashing detergent or baking soda.

2.For stubborn surfaces use a citrus based degreaser and a nylon scrubbing brush.

3.Rinse clean with water.

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Burner Flame ConditionsUse this chart check to see if yourburners need to be cleaned.

-2 in. /

- 50.8 mm

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25.4

-2 in. /

- 50.8 mm

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25.4

Normal: Soft blue flames with yellow tips between 1 in. - 2 in. hight.Needs Cleaning: Noisy with hard blue flames.

1.Open lid. Attempting to light the burner with the lid closed may cause an explosion!

2.Make sure there are no obstructions of airflow to the burner. Spiders and insects can nest within and clog the burner / venturi tube at the orifice. A clogged burner tube can lead to a fire beneath the appliance.

3.Control knob must be in the “OFF” position. (Figure 7)
Has to be cleaned: Wavy with yellow flames.