TABLE OF CONTENTS

1

Purpose of this Manual

1

IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS

1

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

1

Grill OPERATION

2-5

Safety

2

Liquid Propane Tanks

2

Grill/Cart Features

2-3

Install Liquid Propane Tank

3

Lighting Liquid Propane Grills

3

Lighting Natural Gas Grills

3-4

Manual Lighting

4

Canopy Mounted Temperature Gauge

4

Preheating Instructions

4

Grill Cooking

4

Smoker Cooking

4-5

Rotisserie Cooking

5

Side Burners

5

CARE AND CLEANING

5-6

Cleaning Tips

5

Exterior Surfaces

6

Interior Surfaces

6

bEFORE yOU CALL FOR SERVICE

7

Troubleshooting

7

Product Maintenance

8

If You Need Service

8

PRODUCT WARRANTY

8

What Is Covered

8

What Is Not Covered

8

Purpose of This Manual

This Use & Care Manual is designed to enable you to properly operate and maintain your new grill. Please keep this manual handy for easy access and quick reference.

Additional information may be requested by e- mailing, writing or phoning the Dacor Customer Service Team. The address and phone number of this department are listed on the inside front cover of this manual.

Important Instructions

WARNING:

NEVER use this appliance as a space heater to heat or warm the room. Doing so may result in carbon monoxide poisoning and overheating of the appliance.

WARNING:

1.If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or death.

Important Instructions (cont.)

2.Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids in the vicinity of the appliance. Keep aerosol cans away from the appliance.

3.If you smell gas:

Shut off gas to the appliance.

Extinguish any open flame.

Open the grill lid.

If odor continues, from a neighbor’s phone, immediately call your gas supplier.

If you cannot reach your gas supplier, call the fire department.

4.Installation and service must be performed by a qualified installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

5.This unit is for outdoor use only in a well-ventilated area. Not to be used in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.

6.Tested in accordance with ANSI Z21.58- 1998, standard for outdoor cooking gas appliances and CAN/CGA 1.6-M98, standard for outdoor cooking gas appliances.

7.Check your local building codes for proper method of installation. In the absence of local codes, this unit should be installed in accordance with National Fuel Gas Code No. Z223.1 Current Issue and National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 Current Issue or the CAN/CGA

- B149.1 Natural Gas Installation Code or CAN/CGA - B149.2 Propane Gas Installation Code and C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code Part 1.

8.If you received a damaged product, immediately contact your dealer or builder. Do not install or use a damaged appliance.

9.NEVER cover any slots, holes or passages on the appliance, including the slots under the bottom of the control panel. Doing so blocks air flow through the grill and may cause carbon monoxide poisoning. Aluminum foil linings may also trap heat, causing a fire hazard. Keep all slots, holes and passages clear of grease and grime.

10.A MINIMUM clearance of 10 inches (254mm) must be maintained, above the countertop material, from all combustible vertical materials on the sides and behind the grill chassis and canopy.

11.On all models except OBSB162, a MINIMUM clearance of 1 1/4 inches (32mm) must be maintained, above the countertop material, from all non- combustible vertical materials on the sides and behind the grill chassis and canopy.

Important Instructions (cont.)

12.On model OBSB162, a MINIMUM clearance of 2 inches (51mm) must be maintained, above the countertop material, from all non-combustible vertical materials on the sides and behind the appliance.

13.A MINIMUM clearance of 1/4 inch (6mm) must be maintained, inside the base enclosure below the countertop material, from all vertical surfaces on the sides of the appliance, except on model OBSB162 (On OBSB162: 1/4 inch minimum at the back, 1/16 inch minimum clearance on the sides).

14.Do not locate this outdoor appliance under overhead unprotected combustible surfaces.

15.Keep the area around the appliance clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable liquids.

16.This outdoor gas cooking appliance is not intended to be installed in or on a recreational vehicle or boat.

17.Do not leave the grill unattended while cooking.

18.Do not place any items in front of the unit while in use. This could obstruct the proper flow of air needed for combustion and ventilation.

19.Keep the ventilation openings of the enclosure free and clear of obstructions and debris.

20.Always inspect the natural gas or LP gas hose assembly before each use of the appliance. If you see evidence of abrasion, wear, or a cut gas connection hose then immediately replace the hose prior to operation of the appliance.

21.Keep any electrical supply cords and the fuel gas supply lines away from heating surfaces.

22.When the LP-gas cylinder is enclosed, it must be ventilated by openings on the sides, back and floor of the enclosure. Each opening must have a total area of no less than 10 square inches.

23.On models OB52 and OBS52, use only a two stage regulator on the gas supply line.

24.Do not install, repair or replace any part of the range unless specifically recommended in the literature accompanying it. A qualified service technician should perform all other service.

25.Before performing any type of service, make sure that the gas supply and electrical power to the appliance is turned off.

Important Information

Model No.

Date Purchased

Purchased From

Please enter the information in the spaces provided below for future use. This information will be required in the unlikely event that a service call becomes necessary:

Serial No.

Date Installed

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