Char-Broil 463720109 User manual

PRODUCT GUIDE
MODEL 463720109
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For Your Safety .................................... 2-3
Grilling Guide ...................................... 4-7
Use and Care .................................... 8-13
Limited Warranty.................................... 14
Parts List.......................................... 15
Parts Diagram...................................... 16
Assembly ....................................... 17-27
Troubleshooting.................................. 28-29
Registration Card ................................... 31
Safety Symbols
The symbols and boxes shown below explain what each heading
means. Read and follow all ofthe messages found throughout
the manual.
WARNING: Indicatesan potentiallyhazardous situation
which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
CAUTION: Indicatesa potentiallyhazardoussituationor
unsafe practicewhich, if notavoided, may result in minor
or moderateinjury.
DANGER: Indicatesan imminentlyhazardous situation
which, if not avoided,will resultin death or serious injury.
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open lid.
4. If odor continues, keep away from the
appliance and immediately call your gas
supplier or your fire department.
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
2. An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not
be stored in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
CAUTION
For residential use only. Do not use for commercial
cooking.
CAUTION:
Read and follow all safety statements,assembly
instructions,and use and care directions beforeattempting
to assemble and cook.
INSTALLER/ASSEMBLER:
Leave this manual with consumer.
CONSUMER:
Keepthis manualfor future reference.
WARNING:
Failureto follow all manufacturer's instructionscould result
in serious personal injuryand/or property damage.
CAUTION:
Some partsmay containsharp edges- especially as noted
in the manual!Wear protectivegloves if necessary.

CALiFORNiAPROPOSiTiON65
1.Combustionby-productsproducedwhenusing
thisproductcontainchemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other
reproductive harm.
2. This product contains chemicals, including lead
and lead compounds, known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm.
Wash your hands after handling this product.
Installation Safety Precautions
•Use grill, as purchased, only with LP (propane) gas and the
regulator/valve assembly supplied. A conversion kit must be
purchased for use with naturalgas.
• Grill installation must conform with local codes, or in their
absence of local codes, with either the National Fuel Gas
Code,ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natural Gas and Propane
Installation Code, CSAB149.1, or Propane Storage and
Handling Code, B149.2, or the Standard for Recreational
Vehicles,ANSI A 119.2/NFPA1192,and CSA Z240 RV Series,
Recreational Vehicle Code,as applicable.
• All electrical accessories (such as rotisserie) must be
electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or
National Electrical Code,ANSI/NFPA 70 or Canadian
Electrical Code, CSA C22.1. Keep any electrical cords and/or
fuel supply hoses away from any hotsurfaces.
• This grill issafety certified for use in the United States and/or
Canada only. Donot modifyfor use in any other location.
Modification wilt result in a safety hazard.
Do not attempt to repair or alter the
hose/valve/regulator for any "assumed" defect. Any
modification to this assembly will void your warranty
and create the risk of agas leak and fire. Use only
authorized replacement parts supplied by
manufacturer.

First Time Use
Read yourAssembly Manual and ensure the grill is puttogether
properly. Removeall Point-of-Purchase advertising material from
all grill surfaces beforefirst use. We recommend operating your
grill on its highest setting for 15-20 minutes prior to your first use.
This aids in removing theoils used during manufacturing.
Lava Rock /Briquettes
This gas grill has been designed, engineered, and tested to be
used with flame tamers or heat distribution plates to provide
more even heating, improve the cleaning process, and reduce
flare-ups. The addition of after marketlava rocks, charcoal, or
briquettes of any type will cause poor combustion and increase
the likelihood of a grease fire, and is not recommended. Using
briquettes, lava rock,or charcoal in this grill wilt void your
warranty. Forextra smoke flavor,we recommend using a
smoker box with wood chips.
Temperature
The temperature gauge in the hood of your new grill measures
air temperature. The air temperature inside your grill will never
be as hotas the temperature at the cooking surface.
Note: Since 1995,all regulators (the part that attaches to the gas
tank to regulatethe flow of gas) haveincluded a safety feature
that restrictsgas flow in theevent of a gas leak. You can
inadvertently activate this safety feature without having a gas
leak. This typically occurs when you turn on the gas using the
grill control knob beforeyou turn on the LP tank valve. If the gas
regulator safety feature activates, the grill wilt only reach
temperatures between 250°F and 300°F evenwith all burners on
the high setting.
Regulator Coupling Nut
if your grill is not getting hotterthan 250°F to 300°F these
steps should be taken first to reset the gas regulator safety
device:
1.Open the grill lid.
2. Turnoff all knobs on the control panel in front.
3. Turnoff the tank knob.
4. Disconnect the regulator from the LP tank.
5. Wait 30 seconds.
6. Reconnect the regulator to the LP tank.
7. Slowly open the LP tank knob all the way. Do notput
excessive force on the valve at the full open position to avoid
damaging the valve.
8. Turnon the appropriate control knob and lightthe grill per the
instructionson the control panel.
An illustration ofthis process is included in this Product Guide.
See Troubleshooting section for additional information.
Pre-Heating Your Grill
Just like your home oven, your grill should be pre-heated to
provide optimum performance. Pre-heat the grill on high for 10-
15 minutes- longer ifweather conditions require. Please refer to
the lighting instructions inside the Product Guide ifyou have
questions about how to light your grill. A match-light chain and
hole is providedfor your convenience.

Outdoorgrillingisreallyquitesimple.You'llsucceedwith
burgers,dogs,orsteaksusuallyonyourveryfirsttry.With
experience,youwilllearnhowtoworkwithyourgrill,creating
moreimaginativemealsallthetime.Thisknowledgemakesup
theartofgrilling.Beforeyoustartgrilling,organizeyourfood
accordingtocookingtechniqueandrequiredcookingtime,and
optimizetheuseofyourgrillingarea.
DirectCooking
Directcookinginvolvesgrillingyourmeatdirectlyoverhighheat.
Itisperfectforsearingsteaks,chops,andothersmallerpiecesof
meatandvegetablesthatquicklymaketheirwaytothetable.
RotisserieCooking
Rotisseriecookingisbestfor'round'meat,suchaslargeroasts,
wholepoultry,andpork.Itgenerallyrequiresanaccessorymotor
andspitrodthatallowsthemeattobeturnedataconstant
speed.Rotisseriecookingisbestdoneinfrontofaspecial
rotisserieburner,orutilizinganindirectcookingburner
arrangement.Apancanbeplacedunderneaththemeattocatch
greaseandfooddrippings,andhelpsminimizeclean-up.
IndirectCooking
Indirectcookingutilizesselectburnerstocirculateheat
throughoutthegrill,withoutdirectcontactbetweenthemeatand
theflame.Themeatisplacedovertheburnerthatis'off'.This
methodisgenerallyusedtoslowcooklargecutsofmeatand
poultry.Apancanbeplacedunderneaththemeattocatch
greaseandfooddrippings,andhelpsminimizeclean-up. Food Safety
Food safety isa very important part of enjoying the outdoor
cooking experience. Tokeep food safe from harmful bacteria,
follow these four basic steps:
Clean: Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces with hotsoapy water
before and after handling raw meat.
Separate: Separate raw meats from ready-to-eat foods to avoid
cross contamination. Use a clean platter and utensils when
removing cooked foods.
Cook: Cook meat and poultry thoroughly to kiltbacteria. Use a
thermometer to ensure proper internal food temperatures.
Chill: Refrigerate prepared foods and leftovers promptly.

Cookingonyournewgrillisahands-onexperience,anditis
recommendedtoremainoutsidewithyourgrillwhilecooking.
Grillingcanbeaffectedbymanyexternalconditions.Incold
weather,youwillneedmoreheattoreachanidealcooking
temperature,andgrillingmaytakelonger.Themeat'sinternal
temperatureandthicknesscanalsoaffectcookingtimes.Cold
andthickermeatswilltakelongertocook.
InternalMeatTemperatures
Meat cooked on a grill often browns very fast on the outside.
Therefore, use a meat thermometer to ensure it has reached
safe internaltemperatures.
USDA Recommended Safe Minimum
Internal Temperatures
Beef, Veal, Lamb, Steaks, & Roasts 145 ° F
Fish 145 ° F
Pork 160 ° F
Beef, Veal, Lamb Ground 160 ° F
Egg Dishes 160 ° F
Turkey, Chicken & Duck Whole, 165 ° F
Pieces & Ground
Please refer to the USDAfor complete, up-to-date information.
Our internaltemperature chart is based on USDA standards for
meat doneness. Check it out at www.isitdoneyet.gD!
Sauces
Sauces containing sugars and fats can cause flare-ups, and your
food may burn. Ingeneral, apply these sauces during the final
10 minutesof cooking. Keep in mind, use of excessive sauces
or glazes wilt also require extra cleaning afterwards.
Marinades and Rubs
Toenhance the flavor of grilled foods, a liquid marinadeor dry
rub can be used prior to cooking. Meat can be either soaked or
injected with liquid marinade up to 24 hours prior to grilling. Dry
rubs can be applied directly to the meat immediately before
grilling.
Wood Chips
For extra smoke flavor when grilling, try adding wood chips.
Soak the chips in water for approximately 30 minutes before
adding to a smoke box or pan. Placesmoke boxor pan on top of
the cooking grate above the flame. Turn grill on high untilthe
wood starts to smoke. Reduce heat to desired temperature for
cooking, and placefood on cooking grate as desired. Close lid to
retain more smoke. Hardwood varieties that work particularly
welt with grilled foods includeAlder,Apple, Cherry, Grapevines,
Hickory, Mesquite, Oak, Rosemary and Sassafras.
Skewers
Metal skewers should be flat,with long handles. Round skewers
allow food to roll when turned, so it may not cook as evenly. Use
metal skewers when cooking meat kabobs. Wooden skewers
should be soaked in water for an hour before use, and are best
usedfor quick cooking foods such as vegetables and fruits.
Utensils
Use tongs or a spatula to handle the food instead of a fork, and
don'tturn the food too
often. Piercing thefood
with a fork wilt release
juices that you want in
the meat, and may
cause flare-ups.

WhyClean?
We'veallheardthesaying,'anounceofpreventioniswortha
poundofcure.'Thisisgreatadvicewhenitcomestokeeping
yourgrillclean.
RoutineCare
Periodiccleaningofthisgrillisnecessary,
asgrillfirescanoccurwhengreaseand
fooddebriscollectinthebottomofthegrill.
Aftereachuse,removeanyremaining
foodparticlesfromthecookinggrateand
insideofthegrillusingagrillbrush.Do
thisafterthegrillhascooleddown,yetis
stillwarm.Itismucheasiertocleanfood
particleswhilewarmthisstillpresent,than
afterthefoodparticleshavecompletely
cooledandhardened.Thisgrillisnot
designedtobe'burnedoff'byclosingthe
lidandturningtheburnersonHighforan
extendedtime.Theexcessiveheat
generatedcancauseleftovergreaseto
catchfire,andcancausepermanent
damagetoyourgrill.
GeneralCleaning
Plastic parts: Wash with warm soapy water and wipe dry. Do not
use abrasive cleaners,degreasers or a concentrated grill cleaner
on plastic parts. Damage to and failure of parts can result.
Porcelain surfaces: Because of glass-like composition, most
residue can be wiped away with baking soda/water solution or
glass cleaner. Use non-abrasive scouring powderfor stubborn
stains.
Painted surfaces: Wash with mild detergent or non-abrasive
cleaner and warm water. Wipe drywith a soft non-abrasive cloth.
Stainless steel surfaces: Stainless steel can rust under certain
conditions. This can be caused byenvironmental conditions
such as chlorineor salt water, or improper
cleaning tools such as wire or steel
wool. It can also discolor due to heat,
chemicals, or grease build-up. To
maintain your grill's high quality
appearance, wash with mild detergent
and warm water,or use a stainless
steel grill cleaner. Baked-on grease
deposits may require the use of an
abrasive plastic cleaning pad. Use only
in direction of brushed finish to avoid
damage. Do not use abrasive pad on
areaswith graphics.
Cooking surfaces: If a bristle brush is used to cleanany of the
grill cooking surfaces, ensure no loose bristles remain on cooking
surfaces prior to grilling. It is not recommended to clean cooking
surfaces while grill is hot.
Storing Your Grill
• Clean cooking grates.
• Store grill in dry location.
• When LP cylinder isconnected to grill, store outdoors in a well
ventilated space and out of reachof children.
• Cover grill ifstored outdoors. Choose from a variety of grill
covers offered by manufacturer.
• Store grill indoors ONLYif LP cylinder is turned off,
disconnected, and removed from grill. Never store LP cylinder
indoors.
• When removing grill from storage, follow the 'Cleaning the
BurnerAssembly' instructions in the Use and Caresection of
the Product Guide.
Critters
Spiders like to make their homes in the venturi tubes of grills.
These must be inspected and cleaned regularly to ensure there
are no blockages. Refer to the Use and Care portion of this
Product Guide for complete information.

•NEVERstore aspare LP cylinder under or near the
appliance or in an enclosed area.
• Never fill a cylinder beyond 80% full.
• If the information in two points above is not
followed exactly, afire causing death or serious
injury may occur.
•An overfilled or improperlystored cylinder isa
hazard due to possible gas release from the safety
relief valve. This could cause an intense fire with
risk of property damage, serious injury or death.
•If you see, smell or hear gas escaping, immediately
get away from the LP cylindedappliance and call
your fire department.
LP Cylinder
• The LP cylinder used with your grill must meet the
following requirements:
•Use LP cylinders only with these required measurements: 12"
(30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7 cm) (tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.)
capacity maximum.
• LP cylinders must be constructed and marked in accordance
with specifications for LP cylinders of the U.S. Department of
Transportation (DOT) or for Canada, CAN/CSA-B339,
cylinders, spheres and tubes for transportation of dangerous
goods. Transport Canada (TC). See LP cylinder collar for
marking.
•LP cylinder valve must have:
• Type 1 outlet compatiblewith
regulatoror grill.
• Safety reliefvalve.
• ULlisted Overfill Protection OPDHandWheel
Device (OPD). This OPD safety
feature is identified by a unique triangular hand wheel. Use
only LP cylinders equipped with this type of valve.
• LPcylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal and include
collar to protect LP cylinder valve.Always keep LP cylinders in
upright position during use, transit or storage.
LP cylinder in upright position for
vapor withdrawal
LP Tank Removal, Transport And Storage
• Turn OFF all control knobs and LP tank valve. Turn coupling
nut counterclockwise by hand only - do not use tools to
disconnect. Lift LP tank wire upward off of LP tank collar, then
lift LP tank up and off of support bracket. Installsafety cap onto
LP tank valve.Always use cap and strap supplied with valve.
Failure to use safety cap as directed may result in serious
personal injuryand/or property damage.
LP Tank Valve \
SafetyCap
RetainerStrap
• A disconnected LP tank in storage or being transported must
have a safety cap installed (as shown). Do notstore an LPtank
in enclosed spaces such as a carport, garage, porch, covered
patio or other building. Never leavean LP tank inside a vehicle
which may become overheated bythe sun.
• Do notstore an LPtank in an area where children play.
LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
• LPgas is nontoxic, odorless and colorless when produced. For
Your Safety, LPgas has been given an odor (similar to rotten
cabbage) so that it can be smelled.
• LPgas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly when
mixedwith air.
LP Cylinder Filling
•Use only licensed and experienced dealers.
•LPdealer must purge new cylinder before filling.
• Dealershould NEVER fill LP cylinder more than 80% of LP
cylinder volume. Volumeof propane in cylinder wilt vary by
temperature.
• A frosty regulator indicates gas overfill. Immediately close LP
cylinder valve and call local LP gas dealer for assistance.
• Donot releaseliquid propane (LP) gas into the atmosphere.
This is a hazardous practice.
• Toremove gas from LP cylinder,contact an LP dealer or call a
local fire department for assistance. Check the telephone
directory under "Gas Companies" for nearest certified LP
dealers.

LP Tank Exchange
• Many retailers that sell grills offer you the option of replacing
your empty LP tank through an exchange service. Use only
those reputable exchange companiesthat inspect, precision fill,
test and certify their cylinders. Exchange your tank only for
an OPD safety feature-equipped tank as described inthe
"LP Tank" section of this manual.
•Always keep new and exchanged LP tanks in upright position
during use, transit or storage.
• Leak test new and exchanged LP tanks BEFORE
connecting to grill.
Connecting Regulator To The LP Tank
1. LP tank must be properly secured onto grill. (Refer to
assembly section.)
2. Turnall control knobs to the OFF position.
3. Turn LP tank OFF by turning OPD hand wheel clockwise to a
full stop.
4. Remove the protective capfrom LP tank valve.Always use
cap and strap supplied with valve.
LP Tank Leak Test
For your safety
•Leak test mustbe repeated each time LP tank isexchanged or
refilled.
* Do not smoke during leak test.
•Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
•Grill must be leak tested outdoors in a well-ventilated area,
away from ignition sources such as gas fired or electrical
appliances. Duringleak test, keep grill away from open flames
or sparks.
• Use a clean paintbrush and a 50/50 mild soap and water
solution. Brush soapy solution onto areas indicated byarrows
in figure below. Leaks are indicated bygrowing bubbles.
If "growing" bubbles appear do not use or move the LP tank.
Contact an LP gas supplier or your fire department!
ADo not use household cleaning agents. Damage to gas
train components can result.
OPDHandWheel
_J Type 1outlet with
threadon outside
Safety Relief Valve
•
Strapand Cal_
Do not use a POL transport plug
(plastic part with external threads)!
It will defeat the safety feature of
the valve.
5. Hold regulator and insert nipple into LP
tank valve. Hand-tightenthe coupling
nut, holding regulator in a straight line
with LP tank valve so as not to cross-
thread the connection.
Nipplehas to be centered
into the LP tankvalve.

Holdcouplingnutandregulator
asshownfor properconnection
to LPcylindervalve.
6. Turnthe coupling nut clockwiseand tighten to a full stop. The
regulatorwill seal on the back-checkfeature in the LP cylinder
valve, resulting in some resistance.An additional one-half to
three-quarters turn is required to complete the
connection. Tighten by hand only - do not use tools.
NOTE:
If you cannot complete the connection, disconnect regulatorand
repeat steps 5 and 6. If you are still unable to completethe
connection, do not use this regulator!
Leak Testing Valves, Hose and Regulator
1. Turn all grill control knobs to OFF.
2. Be sure regulator istightly connected to LP cylinder.
3. Completely open LP cylinder valve byturning hand wheel
counterclockwise. If you hear a rushing sound, turn gas off
immediately.There is a major leak at the connection. Correct
before proceeding.
4. Brush soapy solution onto areas circled below.
Do not insertany tool or foreignobject into thevalve
outlet or safety relief valve. You may damagethe valve
and cause a leak. Leakingpropane may result in
explosion,fire, severepersonal injury,ordeath.
Outdoorgas appliance is not intendedto be installed
in or on a boat.
Outdoorgas appliance is not intendedto be installed
in or on an RV.
. Never attemptto attach this grill to theself-contained
LPgas system of a campertrailer or motorhome.
. Do not use grill until leak-tested.
. If a leak is detectedat any time, STOPand call the fire
department.
. If you cannotstop a gas leak,immediately close
LPcylindervalve and call LPgas supplieror yourfire
department!
5. If "growing" bubblesappear, there is a leak. Close LP
cylinder valve immediately and retighten connections. If leaks
cannot be stopped do not try to repair. Callfor replacement
parts.
6. Always close LP cylinder valve after performing leak test by
turning hand wheel clockwise.