Broil King R3-1 User manual

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GAS-FIRED
R3(N)-1, R3B(N)-1
R3 GRILL HEAD
PREMIUM GRILLS

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IMPORTANT
This manual should be read thoroughly by the installer and by anyone who will use
or maintain the grill.
Installer - Write the model number, serial number, and date of installation in the manual.
If available, attach a copy of the receipt. Leave this manual with the grill owner.
Grill Owner - Read and retain this manual. It contains instructions on using and main-
taining your grill, plus information on ordering replacements parts. Attach a copy of
your receipt to this manual. Your receipt established the proof of purchase required
for warranty replacement parts.
WARNING
Follow the instruction in this manual for proper installation and maintenance of the
grill. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
injury or property damage. For assistance or additional information consult a
qualied installer, service agency or the gas supplier.
DANGER: FOR YOUR SAFETY
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Extinguish any open ame.
2. Shut off gas to the appliance.
3. Open the grill lid.
4. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance call
your gas supplier or your re department.
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable vapors or liquids in the vicinity
of this or any appliance.
2. Only the LP tank connected for use shall be placed in the vicinity of this grill.
CAUTION:
Parts may have sharp edges. Wear leather work gloves and handle parts carefully
during unpacking, assembly and installation.
WARNING
F or LP grills, use propane cylinders equipped with an Overll Protection Device (OPD).
An overlled or improperly lled propane cylinder can be dangerous.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION

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Thank you for purchasing a Broilmaster Infrared Grill.
Broilmaster takes pride in its reputation as the The Most Durable Grill Known to Man.
From its thick aluminum casting to its massive cooking grids, your Broilmaster
is built to last. In fact we still make replacement parts for Broilmaster grills built
more than 30 years ago.
Thank You!
Broilmaster is a registered trademark of
Empire Comfort Systems, Inc.
918 Freeburg Ave.
Belleville, Illinois 62220
Telephone [phone]

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Y ou have chosen the nest grill for your outdoor cooking pleasure.
Please take time to read this entire manual before assembling your Broilmaster Infrared grill.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................ 5
R3 SERIES PARTS DIAGRAM...................................................................................................... 6
GRILL HEAD HARDWARE PACK ................................................................................................ 7
LID STOP HARDWARE PACK ...................................................................................................... 8
UNPACK AND REMOVE LID ........................................................................................................ 9
WIND DEFLECTOR PLACEMENT..............................................................................................10
INSERT COLLECTOR BOX (R3B ONLY)................................................................................... 11
INSERT BURNERS (R3B ONLY) ................................................................................................12
INSERT INFRARED BURNERS (R3 ONLY) ............................................................................... 13
INSERT BURNER SHIELD (R3B ONLY) ....................................................................................14
ATTACH GROUND WIRE (R3 ONLY) ......................................................................................... 15
CONNECT IGNITER LEADS.......................................................................................................16
KNOB AND BATTERY PLACEMENT (R3 SHOWN)................................................................... 17
INSTALL LID STOP .................................................................................................................... 18
HANDLE INSTALLATION............................................................................................................19
REINSTALL LID...........................................................................................................................20
INSTALL RACKS....................................................................................................................21-22
INSTALL WARMING RACK ........................................................................................................23
PROPANE GAS GRILLS ........................................................................................................24-27
CONNECTING PROPANE GAS GRILL ...................................................................................... 28
CONNECTING NATURAL GAS GRILL....................................................................................... 29
NATURAL GAS GRILLS ............................................................................................................. 30
COMPLETED ASSEMBLY .......................................................................................................... 31
OWNER’S MANUAL FOR R3 SERIES GRILLS ....................................................................32-43
INFRARED COOKING ........................................................................................................32-33
OPERATION - PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS GRILLS...................................................34-35
COOKING TIPS........................................................................................................................ 35
MAINTENANCE ..................................................................................................................36-37
TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................................38
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION...............................................................................39-40
WARRANTY TERMS................................................................................................................41
GRILL MAINTENANCE HISTORY ...........................................................................................42
MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST....................................................................................43
HOW TO ORDER REPAIR PARTS ..........................................................................................43

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TOOLS
REQUIRED
3/8”, 7/16”, 9/16”and 3/4”
REQUIRED
3/8” and 7/16”
REQUIRED
3/8” and 7/16”
REQUIRED
3/8” and 7/16”
REQUIRED
CAUTION:
Parts may have sharp edges. For your safety
wear leather work gloves and handle parts
carefully during unpacking and assembly.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN
This Grill Head requires Broilmaster Mounting (Cart, Post, or a Built-In Kit).
See Mounting Instructions to assemble mounting before Assembling Grill Head.
Compare the parts in the box to the parts list provided in this manual. If any are missing, contact your
Broilmaster dealer before beginning assembly.
All Broilmaster grills require some assembly. For the best results, follow the step-by-step instructions.
For natural gas grills and for permanently mounted LP grills, have your gas supplier run service to the desired
location first.
If you purchased an accessory with your Broilmaster, follow the instructions provided. Assemble your base
options before assembling your Broilmaster grill head. Refer to the Broilmaster Cart, Base, and Post
instructions provided with each accessory for assembly, installations, and mounting procedures.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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R3B
SERIES ONLY
DPP104 (1)
BURNER ASSEMBLY
B073097 (1)
FOAM GRIP
B070486 (1)
LID HANDLE
B100456 (1)
GRILL BODY TOP
B072695(1)
RETRACTING RACK
B102143 (1)
V-GRATE (R3B)
B069756 (1)
HOSE & LPS REGULATOR
B057804 (2)
HINGE PIN
B072218 (1)
ELECTRIC IGNITER
DPA106 (1)
LID STOP KIT
B101046 (1)
CONTROLPANELSHIELD
B101879 (1)
GRILL BODY BOTTOM
B101273 (1)
CONTROLPANELASSEMBLY
R3918 (2)
VALVE KNOB
B069756 (1)
HOSE & LPS REGULATOR
DPP106 (1)
WIND DEFLECTOR
B101369 (1)
BRIQUETTE RACK
B057805 (2)
COTTER PIN
DPA34 (1)
BRIQUETTE BAG
B101154 (1)
BURNER SHIELD
B101212 (1)
COLLECTOR BOX ASSEMBLY
B102041 (1)
PROTECTIVESLEEVE
B101212 (1)
COLLECTIVEBOX ASSEMBLY
B101834 (1)
ELECTRODE BRACKET
B101082 (1)
SPACER
B101597 (1)
COVER PLATE SS
B101121 (1)
CONTROL HOUSING
B101596 (1)
COVER PLATE BLACK
B101356 (1,LP) OR B101316 (1,NAT)
R3 ONLY MANIFOLD AND VALVEASSEMBLY LPGORNATURAL
B101314 (1,LP) OR B101317 (1,NAT)
R3B ONLY MANIFOLD AND VALVEASSEMBLY LPGORNATURAL
B101269(2)
INFRARED BURNER R3(N)
B101269(1)
INFRARED BURNER R3B(N)
B101665 (1)
PUSH NUT
B101281 (1)
COOKING GRID (R3B)
DPA121 (1)
V-GRATE (R3 ONLY)
DP119 (1)
HEAT INDICATOR
R3 SERIES PARTS DIAGRAM

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R3B
SERIES ONLY
DPP104 (1)
BURNER ASSEMBLY
B073097 (1)
FOAM GRIP
B070486 (1)
LID HANDLE
B100456 (1)
GRILL BODY TOP
B072695(1)
RETRACTING RACK
B102143 (1)
V-GRATE (R3B)
B069756 (1)
HOSE & LPS REGULATOR
B057804 (2)
HINGE PIN
B072218 (1)
ELECTRIC IGNITER
DPA106 (1)
LID STOP KIT
B101046 (1)
CONTROLPANELSHIELD
B101879 (1)
GRILL BODY BOTTOM
B101273 (1)
CONTROLPANELASSEMBLY
R3918 (2)
VALVE KNOB
B069756 (1)
HOSE & LPS REGULATOR
DPP106 (1)
WIND DEFLECTOR
B101369 (1)
BRIQUETTE RACK
B057805 (2)
COTTER PIN
DPA34 (1)
BRIQUETTE BAG
B101154 (1)
BURNER SHIELD
B101212 (1)
COLLECTOR BOX ASSEMBLY
B102041 (1)
PROTECTIVESLEEVE
B101212 (1)
COLLECTIVEBOX ASSEMBLY
B101834 (1)
ELECTRODE BRACKET
B101082 (1)
SPACER
B101597 (1)
COVER PLATE SS
B101121 (1)
CONTROL HOUSING
B101596 (1)
COVER PLATE BLACK
B101356 (1,LP) OR B101316 (1,NAT)
R3 ONLY MANIFOLD AND VALVEASSEMBLY LPGORNATURAL
B101314 (1,LP) OR B101317 (1,NAT)
R3B ONLY MANIFOLD AND VALVEASSEMBLY LPGORNATURAL
B101269(2)
INFRARED BURNER R3(N)
B101269(1)
INFRARED BURNER R3B(N)
B101665 (1)
PUSH NUT
B101281 (1)
COOKING GRID (R3B)
DPA121 (1)
V-GRATE (R3 ONLY)
DP119 (1)
HEAT INDICATOR
HEX HEAD BOLT,
SS,1/4-20 X 3/4
B063096
(2)
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS,10-24 X 1
B073978
(2)
HEX NUT,
SS,1/4-20
B076331
(2)
GROUND
WIRE
B072684
(1)
BATTERY, AA
B076529
(1)
KNOB
R3918
(2)
FOAM GRIP
B073097
(1)
ORIFICE
B101063
(2)
IGNITER GROUND LUG
B069747
(2)
GRILL HEAD HARDWARE PACK - B101274

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KNOB,TAPERED
B100098
(1)
LID, STOP
B076521
(1)
KEPS NUT,
SS,10-24
B073967
(1)
PHILLIPS TRUSS HEAD SCREW,
10-24 X 3/4
B076522
(1)
SPACER
B662325
(1)
FLATWASHER,
1/4 ID X 5/8 OD
B076332
(2)
LID STOP HARDWARE PACK - B101097

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BROILMASTER
PREMIUM GRILLS
REMOVING LID
To ease assembly, remove Grill Lid
and Warming Rack. Remove Warming
Rack and set aside. Remove the two
Pins and Clips at the rear of the Grill
Lid and set aside. After Pins, Lid and
Warming Rack have been removed,
remove the contents from inside the
Grill.
Prior to assembling Grill Head
assemble Cart or Post mounting first.
Follow Mounting instructions
provided with your Broilmaster Cart or
Post.
12
3
UNPACK AND REMOVE LID

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Place the Wind Deflector in the bottom
Casting.
WIND DEFLECTOR PLACEMENT

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12
3
9/16”
Note: If a side shelf accessory is to be
used, install it at this time. Refer to side
shelf installation instructions for more
information.
INSERT COLLECTOR BOX (R3B ONLY)

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IGNITER WIRES
INSERT BURNERS (R3B ONLY)

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IGNITER WIRES
INSERT INFRARED BURNERS (R3 ONLY)

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7/16”
INSERT BURNER SHIELD (R3B ONLY)
HEX HEAD BOLT
SS, 1/4-20 X 3/4
B063096 (2)
HEX NUT,
SS, 1/4-20
B076331 (2) .

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7/16”
ATTACH GROUND WIRE (R3 ONLY)
HEX HEAD BOLT
SS, 1/4-20 X 3/4
B063096 (2)
HEX NUT,
SS, 1/4-20
B076331 (2) .
GROUND WIRE
B072684 (1)
IGNITER
GROUND LUG,
SS, 1/4-20
B069747 (2)
.

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IGNITER
Route Leads from Burner and Secure to
Ignitor Terminals (polarity is not
important).
IGNITER
CONNECT IGNITER LEADS

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Unscrew the Igniter Knob from the
Control Panel, and insert AA Battery,
positive side up, and replace Igniter
Button.
AFTER
AFTER
KNOB AND BATTERY PLACEMENT (R3 SHOWN)

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KNOB
LID STOP
ROD
Screw the black Knob onto the Lid
Stop. Do not overtighten.
3/8”
INSTALL LID STOP (R3 GRILL SHOWN)
PHILLIPS TRUSS HEAD SCREW,
SS,10-24 X 3/4
B100128 (1)
HEX LOCK NUT,
SS, 10-24
R4021 (1)
FLAT WASHER
1/4 x 5/8 OD
B076332 (2)
SPACER,
B662325 (1)

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Tip: For ease of installation, lightly
lubricate the inside of the Foam Grip with
Liquid Soap before twisting it on to
Handle.
HANDLE INSTALLATION
PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW,
SS,10-24 X 1
B073978 (2)

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REINSTALL LID
HINGE PIN,
(FROM PREVIOUS STEPS)
B057804 (2)
COTTER PIN,
(FROM PREVIOUS STEPS)
B057805 (2)