Brinkmann Series 2630 User manual

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SIDE BURNER
LOAD = 15 lbs.
1. Read and follow all warnings and instructions
in owner’s manual before lighting.
2. Open lid before lighting burner.
3. Make sure all control knobs are in the OFF position.
4. Select the burner to be lit. Push and turn the control
knob of that burner to HIGH.
5. Press the electronic igniter and hold for 3-5
seconds to light burner.
6. If burner does NOT ignite immediately, turn control
knob to OFF,wait 5 minutes to allow gas to
dissipate and repeat lighting procedure.
7. Repeat Steps 4-6 for lighting each burner. Always
use electronic igniter for lighting each burner.
8. Refer to owner’s manual for match lighting procedure.
9. For assistance, call 1-800-527-0717.
10. To turn off, turn control knobs clockwise until it locks
in OFF position.
GRILL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: SIDE BURNER
LIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Follow Steps
1-3 in GRILL
LIGHTING
INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Push and turn
SIDE BURNER
control knob to
HIGH.
3. Follow Steps
5-10 in GRILL
LIGHTING
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
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OWNER’S MANUAL
WARNING
HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION MAY
RESULT IF THESE WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED. READ
AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO
AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING
DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
NOTICE TO INSTALLER:
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WITH THE GRILL OWNER FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
Stainless Steel
Outdoor Grill

WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IS TO ATTRACT YOUR
ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE HAZARDS AS YOU ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL.
WHEN YOU SEE THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION WHICH FOLLOWS!
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
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DANGER
IMPORTANT SAFETY
WARNINGS
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open the Lid.
4. If odor continues, leave the area and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department.
FOR YOUR SAFETY:
1. DO NOT store or use gasoline or other liquids with flammable vapors in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
2. An LP cylinder shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance to avoid the
possibility of explosion.
• Never store a LP gas cylinder under or near this grill.
• A fire causing death or serious injury may occur if the above is not followed exactly.
WARNING
WARNING

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WARNING
•Never use liquid propane gas (LP) in a unit designed for natural gas.
•Never use charcoal briquets or lighter fluid in a gas grill.
•Leak test all connections before first use, even if grill was purchased fully assembled and after
each time the hose is connected to the natural gas supply.
•Never check for leaks using a match or open flame.
CAUTION! Strong odors, colds, sinus congestion, etc. may prevent the detection of
natural gas. Use caution and common sense when testing for leaks.
•Always keep gasoline, paint thinner, or other flammable liquids or combustible materials away
from your gas grill.
•DO NOT store flammable products: paper towels, rags, pot holders, etc. in tool drawer.
•Always check the grill prior to each use as indicated in the "Pre-Start Check List" section of this
manual.
•Keep children and pets away from hot grill. DO NOT allow children to use or play near this grill.
•DO NOT leave the grill unattended while in use.
•DO NOT allow the gas hose to come in contact with hot surfaces.
•DO NOT allow grease from drain hole to fall on hose.
•Keep any electrical supply cords away from water or heated surfaces.
•Keep a fire extinguisher on hand acceptable for use with gas products. Refer to your local
authority to determine proper size and type.
•Never place more than 15 pounds on the side burner. DO NOT lean on the side burner shelf.
•For household use only. DO NOT use this grill for anything other than its intended purpose.
•DO NOT use while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
•Grill is hot when in use. To avoid burns:
•DO NOT attempt to move the grill.
•Lock the wheels so the unit does not accidentally move.
•Wear protective gloves or oven mitts.
•DO NOT touch any hot grill surfaces.
•DO NOT wear loose clothing or allow hair to come in contact with grill.
USE CAUTION AND COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR GAS GRILL.
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES IN THIS
MANUAL COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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WARNING
WARNING
•DO NOT use hard metal piping of any kind to connect this type of grill to a natural gas source.
Use only hose specified by manufacturer. Using hard metal piping or convoluted metal tubing is
an unsafe practice. Movement of the grill can cause breakage of metal pipe.
•The appliance and its individual shut off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply
piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of
1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
•The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual
manual shut off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test
pressure equal to or less than 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
•This grill is designed for natural gas use at 7 inch water column supply pressure. Verify supply
pressure with your local gas company. Not for use with LP gas.
•Connections to gas source must be performed by a certified plumber.
INSTALLATION INFORMATION:
The installation of this appliance must be in accordance with:
All applicable local codes, or in the absence of local codes, either:
• National Fuel Gas Code,
• ANSI Z223.1 1988 or latest edition (USA)
• Natural Gas Installation Code: CAN/CGA B149.1 (Canada)
• Propane Installation Code: CAN/CGA B149.2 (Canada)
• Only ANSI Z21.54 approved hoses should be used with this grill.
To check your local codes, see your local LP gas dealer or natural gas company.
•FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT operate indoors or in an enclosed area such as garage,
shed or breezeway.
•Use your grill OUTDOORS in a well ventilated space away from dwellings or other buildings to
prevent dangers associated with gas accumulation and toxic vapors. We recommend your grill
be situated at least 10 feet from buildings.
•Maintain a minimum clearance of 24 inches (60 cm) between all sides of grill and walls or other
combustible material. Do not use grill under overhead unprotected combustible construction.
•DO NOT use or install this grill in or on a recreational vehicle and/or boat.

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•Never use your grill without leak testing all gas connections and hoses. See the section on
“Leak Testing”in this manual for proper procedures.
•Visually inspect the hose assembly prior to each use for evidence of damage, excess wear or
deterioration. If found, replace the assembly before using your grill. Only the Brinkmann
supplied replacement should be used.
WARNING
CONNECTING YOUR GRILL TO THE NATURAL GAS SOURCE
1. Coat pipe nipple with gas resistant teflon tape or pipe dope. Tighten quick-disconnect coupling onto
pipe nipple that leads to natural gas supply (Figure A).
2. After grill is completely assembled, make sure natural gas supply valve is “OFF”and then connect
natural gas hose to socket. Push sleeve back on socket (Figure B) and insert plug until sleeve snaps
forward, locking plug into socket. Be sure to leak test these connections prior to use.
Pipe nipple
Quick-disconnect
coupling Plug
Push sleeve back to attach
Sleeve
Socket
Natural gas supply
Natural gas supply Hose
Hose
Insert cover when hose is disconnected
DISCONNECTING YOUR GRILL FROM THE NATURAL GAS SOURCE
1. Turn natural gas supply valve “OFF”
2. To disconnect, push sleeve back and pull plug out of sleeve.
(Figure A)
(Figure B)
Supply valve
Supply valve

LEAK TESTING:
To prevent fire or explosion hazard:
•DO NOT smoke or permit ignition sources in the area while conducting a leak test.
•Perform test OUTDOORS only in a well ventilated area.
•Never perform a leak test with a match or open flame.
•Never perform a leak test while the grill is in use or while grill is still hot.
WHEN TO PERFORM A LEAK TEST:
•After assembling your grill and before lighting for the first time, even if purchased fully assembled.
•Every time the gas hose is connected to the natural gas supply or if any of the gas components
are replaced.
•Any time your grill has been moved.
•At least once per year or if your grill has not been used for more than 60 days.
CHECKING FOR LEAKS:
1. Create a mixture of 50% water and 50% liquid dishwashing soap.
2. Open the lid.
3. Insure all burner knobs are set to the OFF position.
4. Turn on the natural gas supply.
5. Apply the soap water mixture to the following:
Quick-disconnect coupling
Plug and hose connection
The full length of gas supply hose
“T”connector to all three gas supply
hoses .
Gas supply hose connection to side
burner valve assembly.
Side burner valve stem cap.
Gas supply connection to gas manifold.
WARNING
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B
C
D
E
F
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Watch For Bubbles
DANGER
A
B
C
D
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F
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WARNING
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6. Check each place listed (A -G) for growing bubbles which indicates a leak.
7. Turn OFF gas supply at natural gas supply.
8. Turn on control knobs to release gas pressure in hose.
9. Turn control knobs to OFF position.
10. Tighten any leaking connections.
11. Repeat soapy water test until no leaks are detected. DO NOT use the grill if leaks cannot be stopped.
Contact a qualified gas appliance repair service.
12. Turn OFF gas supply at natural gas supply until you are ready to use your grill.
13. Wash off soapy residue with cold water and towel dry.
14. Wait 5 minutes to allow all gas to evacuate the area before lighting grill.
NOTE: The leak test must be performed in an area that has adequate lighting in order to see if
bubbles are developing. DO NOT use a flashlight to check for bubbles.
PRE-START CHECK LIST:
Property damage, bodily harm, severe burns, and death could result from failure to follow these
safety steps. These steps should be performed after the grill has been assembled, stored, moved,
cleaned, or repaired. DO NOT operate this grill until you have read and understand ALL of the
warnings and instructions in this manual.
•Insure that the grill is properly assembled.
•Inspect the gas supply hose for burns, chaffing, kinks, and proper routing before each use. Hose
should be at least 3 inches from hot surfaces.
•Leak check all gas connections and hose. See section on "Leak Testing".
•Ensure that all electrical supply cords are properly grounded and are kept away from water and hot
surfaces.
•Position your grill on level ground in a well ventilated location, a safe distance from combustible
materials and buildings.
•Properly place the empty grease tray under the grease drain hole in the bottom of the
grill to catch grease during use.
Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions contained in this manual. DO NOT skip
any of the warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual.
WARNING

LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS:
Follow the instructions exactly.
1. OPEN THE GRILL LID before attempting to light a burner so that fumes do not accumulate inside
the grill. An explosion could occur if grill lid is down.
2. Check that all burner control knobs and the natural gas supply are turned to the OFF position.
3. Turn on the natural gas supply.
4. DO NOT stand with head, body, or arms over the grill when lighting.
LIGHTING THE MAIN BURNERS:
1. Open lid before lighting burner.
2. Make sure all control knobs are in the OFF position.
3. Select the burner to be lit. Push and turn the control knob of
that burner to the HIGH position.
4. Press the electronic igniter and hold for 3-5 seconds until
burner ignites.
5. If burner does NOT ignite immediately, turn the burner control
knob to OFF, wait 5 minutes for gas to evacuate the grill.
Repeat steps 1 through 5 until burner ignites.
6. If burner does not ignite using the push button igniter wait
5 minutes, see "Match Lighting the Main Burners" section.
7. Once lit, light adjacent burners in sequence by pressing in
and rotating the control knob to the HIGH position.
MATCH LIGHTING THE MAIN BURNERS:
1. Open lid before lighting.
2. Turn the burner control knobs to OFF.
3. Place a paper match in the end of the matchlighter. Strike the
match and place through lighting hole in the right hand side
of the grill to approximately 1/2" (2 to 3 cm) from the burner.
4. Turn on the FAR RIGHT burner control knob to the HIGH
position. The burner should light within 5 seconds.
5. If the burner does not light, turn the control knob to OFF and
wait 5 minutes for gas to evacuate the grill. Repeat steps 1
through 5 until the burner ignites.
6. Once lit, light adjacent burners in sequence by pressing in and rotating the control knob to the
HIGH position.
7. If the burner does not light within the first few attempts of match lighting, there is a problem with the
gas supply. Turn off the gas at the burner and natural gas supply. DO NOT attempt to operate the grill
until the problem is found and corrected. See “Trouble Shooting”section of this manual.
WARNING
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1. Read and follow all warnings and instructions
in owner’s manual before lighting.
2. Open lid before lighting burner.
3. Make sure all control knobs are in the OFF position.
4. Select the burner to be lit. Push and turn the control
knob of that burner to HIGH.
5. Press the electronic igniter and hold for 3-5
seconds to light burner.
6. If burner does NOT ignite immediately, turn control
knob to OFF, wait 5 minutes to allow gas to
dissipate and repeat lighting procedure.
7. Repeat Steps 4-6 for lighting each burner. Always
use electronic igniter for lighting each burner.
8. Refer to owner’s manual for match lighting procedure.
9. For assistance, call 1-800-527-0717.
10. To turn off, turn control knobs clockwise until it locks
in OFF position.
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LIGHTING THE SIDE BURNER:
1. Open lid to the side burner before lighting.
2. Turn on the side burner by pressing in and rotating the
control knob to the HIGH position.
3. Press and hold the igniter button on the main control
panel for 3-5 seconds until the burner ignites.
4. If burner does not ignite immediately, turn the burner
control knob to OFF and wait 5 minutes for gas to
evacuate the grill. Repeat steps 1 through 4 until
burner ignites.
5. If burner does not ignite using the push button igniter
wait 5 minutes, see "Match Lighting the Side Burner" section.
MATCH LIGHTING THE SIDE BURNER:
1. Open the lid to the side burner before lighting.
2. Turn the burner control knob to OFF.
3. Strike and place a match approximately 1/2" (2 to 3 cm) from the burner.
4. Turn the side burner control knob to the HIGH position. The burner should light immediately.
5. If burner does not ignite immediately, turn the burner control knob to OFF and wait 5 minutes for gas
to evacuate the grill. Repeat steps 1 through 5 until the burner ignites.
6. If the burner does not light within the first few attempts of match lighting, there is a problem with the
gas supply. Turn off the gas at the burner and natural gas supply. DO NOT attempt to operate the grill
until the problem is found and corrected. See “Trouble Shooting”section of this manual.
TURNING OFF THE GRILL:
1. Turn OFF the natural gas supply.
2. Turn all burner control knobs to the OFF position.
NOTE: Turn off the natural gas supply first to prevent gas
from being left in the system under pressure.
CAUTION !
•The natural gas supply should always be in the off, or closed, position when the grill is not in use.
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NOTE: Observe flame height when lit: Flame should be a
Blue/Yellow color approximately 1”high when
burner is on “High.”
1”
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OPERATING THE GRILL:
Never use Charcoal or Lighter Fluid inside your Natural Gas Grill. Read and follow all warnings and
instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual.
BREAKING IN YOUR GRILL:
•In manufacturing and preserving the components of your grill, oil residue may be present on the
burner and cooking surfaces of your grill.
•Before cooking on your grill for the first time you should operate it for 15 minutes on HIGH to burn off
residual oils.
PREHEATING THE GRILL:
•Prior to use, it is recommended that you preheat your grill. This ensures that the grilling surfaces are
at the desired temperatures to sear the food sugars when cooking. After lighting your grill, set the
main burner control knobs to the HIGH position for 10 to 15 minutes.
CONTROLLING FLARE-UPS:
•Flare-ups are a part of cooking meats on a gas grill. This adds to the unique flavor of cooking on a
gas grill. Excessive flare-ups can over-cook your food and cause a dangerous situation for you and
your grill. Excessive flare-ups result from the build-up of grease in the bottom of your grill. If this
should occur, DO NOT pour water onto flames. This can cause the grease to splatter and could result
in serious burns or bodily harm. If grease fire occurs, close the lid and turn off the main burners until
the grease burns out. Use caution when re-opening the lid as sudden flare-ups may occur.
•DO NOT leave your grill unattended while in use.
•DO NOT move grill when in use. Lock wheels in place to stabilize grill.
•DO NOT use water to extinguish flare-ups.
•Have fire extinguisher readily accessible suitable for use with gas appliances.
TO MINIMIZE FLARE-UPS:
•Trim excess fat from meats prior to cooking.
•Cook meats with high fat contents (chicken or pork) on Low settings or indirectly.
•Ensure that your grill is on level ground and the grease is allowed to evacuate the grill through the
drain hole in the bottom and into drip pan.
INDIRECT COOKING:
•Indirect cooking is the process of cooking your food without the heat source being directly under your
food. You can sear meats over a high flame on one side of the grill while slow cooking a roast on the
other (unlit) side of the grill.
WARNING
WARNING