Char-Griller 5030 User manual

Dual Function 2-Burner
Gas & Charcoal Grill™
Keep your receipt with this manual for
Warranty.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
1-912-638-4724
[e-mail]
Model #5030
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Using the information contained in this manual without consent of Char-Griller and/or A&J
Manufacturing is strictly prohibited.
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OWNER’S MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Warnings & Warranty...............................A-1
Assembly Instructions ..................................... B-1
Product Usage .................................................. C-1
Recipes .............................................................. D-1
Accessories ....................................................... E-1
If you smell gas:
1. Shut o󰀨 gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open ame.
3. Open Lid.
4. If odor continues, keep away from the
appliance and immediately call your gas
supplier or your re department.
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other
ammable 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
For Outdoor Use Only (outside any enclosure)

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A propane gas cylinder is required for operation. This gas grill is not intended for
commercial use.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. IF YOU ARE ASSEMBLING
THIS UNIT FOR SOMEONE ELSE, GIVE THIS MANUAL TO HIM OR HER TO SAVE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
For use outdoors and in well-ventilated areas, only.
WARNING:
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service, or maintenance could cause injury or property
damage. Read the installation, operation, and maintenance instructions thoroughly before assembling
or servicing this equipment. Failure to follow these instructions could result in re or explosion that could
cause property damage, personal injury, or death.
DANGER:
DO NOT use gas grill for indoor cooking or heating. TOXIC fumes can accumulate and cause
asphyxiation. Do not use in or on boats or recreational vehicles.
WARNING:
Accessible parts may be very hot. Keep young children away. Read the instruction literature before
using the appliance. The use of unauthorized parts can create unsafe conditions and environment.
NOTE: The use and installation of this product must conform to local codes or, in absence of local
codes, the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54.
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Read all instructions prior to assembly and use. Read and understand all
warnings and precautions prior to operating your grill.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR GRILL
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
California Proposition 65 WARNING:
This product is equipped to operate on propane gas which contains benzene, a chemical known
to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm. This
product and combustion by-products produced when using this product contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproduc-
tive harm are created by the combustion of propane, charcoal, or other wood products.

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Read the following instructions carefully and be sure your barbecue is properly assembled, installed
and maintained. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious bodily injury and/or property
damage. If you have any questions concerning assembly or operation, consult your dealer or LP gas
company.
• When used, always place the appliance and gas bottle on at level ground. Grill can be used with
20lb gas cylinder. Grill will perform better if propane or LPG mixtures are used. Butane can be used,
but because of the rate of the appliance the cylinder will tend to freeze and supply gas at reduced
pressures, a󰀨ecting grill performance.
• DO NOT move the appliance during use.
• DO NOT attempt to disconnect any gas ttings while barbecue is in use.
• DO NOT use gas bottle if the bottle and/or valve are damaged, rusty, or dented as this may be
hazardous. Contact your supplier to have it checked.
• DO NOT lean over an open grill and be mindful of hands/ngers near the edge of the cooking area.
• Should a re occur, turn o󰀨 all gas burners, close the lid, and stand back from grill until re is out.
• Should ames go out while in operation, turn o󰀨 all gas valves and leave lid open.
• Return to grill after ve minutes and try to relight the burners – following lighting instructions. Keep
children and pets away from grill when in use. Some parts of the grill will become very hot.
• When cleaning the valves and burners, be careful not to stretch the valve orices or burner ports.
• Move gas hoses as far away as possible from hot surfaces and dripping hot grease.
• Gas may still be present in a cylinder that appears to be empty. Adhere to proper transportation/
storage of the cylinder at all times.
• If gas is leaking from cylinder, move away from cylinder immediately and call your gas supplier or
re department. DO NOT try to address problem yourself.
• DO NOT use a ame to check for gas leaks.
• DO check for gas leaks and any obstructions to burners before use. This is especially important
after a period of storage or non-use.
• The exible tube should be changed whenever it is damaged or cracked or by expiration date
printed on the tubing. Or, change tube every ve (5) years.
• Always connect or replace cylinder in a well-ventilated area, and never in the presence of a ame,
spark or heat source.
• Grill must be kept away from ammable materials.
• Turn o󰀨 gas supply at gas container after use.
• Do not alter this grill in any manner.
• Do not touch metal parts of grill until it has completely cooled (about 45 minutes) to avoid burns,
unless you are wearing protective gear (BBQ mittens, pot holders, etc.).
• Note that parts sealed by manufacturer or its agent must not be altered.

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• When assembling the grill, position the connection exible tube so that it is protected against
twisting.
• Stay away from any source of ignition when changing gas container.
• When assembling the grill, do not obstruct ventilation openings of grill’s container compartment. We
reserve the right to make minor technical adjustments to the device.
• When cooking with oil/grease, do not allow the oil/grease to exceed 350°F (177°C). Do not store or
use extra cooking oil in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• Never ll the cylinder beyond 80% full. Not following the above information exactly may result in a
re causing death or serious injury.
CAUTION
• This grill is for use with propane gas only (propane gas cylinder not included).
• Never attempt to attach this grill to the self-contained propane system of a camper trailer, motor
home or house.
• Do not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting. The LP gas supply cylinder must be
constructed and marked in accordance with the specications for propane gas cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) CFR 49.
• This grill is not intended for use on recreation vehicles and/or boats.
• Do not use grill unless it is completely assembled and all parts are securely fastened and tightened.
• Keep all combustible items and surfaces at least 36 inches (91.4cm) away from grill at all times.
• DO NOT use this grill or any gas product near unprotected combustible constructions.
• Do not use in an explosive atmosphere. Keep grill area clear and free from combustible materials,
gasoline and other ammable vapors and liquids.
• Never keep a lled container in a hot car or car trunk. Heat will cause gas pressure to increase,
which may open relief valve and allow gas to escape.
• Keep grill’s valve compartment, burners and circulating air passages clean. Inspect grill before each
use.
WARNING
• This grill is for outside use only, and should not be used in a building, garage, or any other enclosed
area.
• The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the operator’s ability to
properly assemble or safely operate the grill.
• Always open grill lid slowly and carefully as heat and steam trapped within the grill can burn you
severely.
• Always place grill on a hard, level surface far away from combustibles. An asphalt or blacktop
surface may not be acceptable for this purpose.

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• Do not leave a lit grill unattended. Keep children and pets away from grill at all times.
• Do not place grill on any type of tabletop surface.
• Do not use grill in high winds.
• Disconnect the propane tank (LP tank) by rst turning o󰀨 valve on top of propane tank, turn o󰀨
burner valves, then disconnect regulator from valve on propane tank by turning plastic connector
counter clockwise. Unscrew wing-bolt in bottom shelf to release the tank for removal.
DANGER
• Liquid propane (LP) gas is ammable and hazardous if handled improperly. Know its characteristics
before using any propane product.
• Propane Characteristics: ammable, explosive under pressure, heavier than air and settles in pools
and low areas.
• In its natural state, propane has no odor. For your safety, an odorant has been added.
• Contact with propane can cause freeze burns to skin.
• Never use a propane cylinder with a damaged body, valve, collar or footing.
• Dented or rusted propane cylinders may be hazardous and should be checked by your propane gas
supplier.
• Use caution when assembling and operating your grill to avoid scrapes or cuts from sharp edges.
• Do not use gasoline, kerosene, or alcohol to light charcoal. Use of any of these or similar products
could cause an explosion possibly leading to severe bodily injury.
• Use caution when moving grill to prevent strains.
• When adding charcoal and/or wood, use extreme caution.
• Never move grill when it is in use or when it contains hot coals or ashes.
• WARNING: To avoid injuries gloves or other protective articles should be used when touching the
ash pan hangers.
• Do not exceed a temperature of 400°F.
• Do not allow charcoal and/ or wood to rest on the walls of grill. Doing so will greatly reduce the life of
the grill.
• CAUTION: Exposed metal dampers on air vents and and/or metal handles are hot during usage.
Again, always wear oven mitts when adjusting air ow to protect hands from burns.
• When opening lid, make sure it is pushed all the way back so it rests against the lid support brack-
ets. Use extreme caution as hood could fall back to a closed position and cause bodily injury.
• Close lid and all dampers to help su󰀨ocate ame.
• Always hold an open lid from the handle to prevent it from closing unexpectedly.
• Never leave coals and ashes unattended. Before grill can be left unattended, coals and ashes must
be removed. Use caution to protect yourself and property.

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• Ashes left in bottom of charcoal grill hold moisture and may cause rust if not cleaned out.
• Carefully place remaining coals and ashes in a noncombustible metal container and saturate com-
pletely with water. Allow coals and water to remain in metal container 24 hours prior to disposing.
• Make sure to empty grease tray after every use once completely cooled.
• Heat guages maintain moisture, which will result in steam during cooking.
• Smoke will escape from other areas than smokestacks. This will not a󰀨ect cooking.
• It is recommended that charcoal grill be heated up and fuel kept red hot for at least 30 minutes prior
to rst time cooking. Do not cook before briquettes have turned gray with ash.
• WARNING! Do not use spirit or petrol when lighting or relighting.
• To protect against bacteria that could cause illness, keep all meats refrigerated and thaw in refriger-
ator or microwave. Keep raw meats separate from other foods, and wash everything that comes in
contact with raw meat.
• Cook meat thoroughly, and refrigerate leftovers immediately.
• Use a calibrated food thermometer and the USDA guidelines to ensure that meat, poultry, seafood,
and other cooked foods reach a safe minimum internal temperature.
• Always have a re extinguisher near at all times. Maintain and check your re extinguisher regularly.
• Non-rechargeable batteries are not to be recharged
• D o n o t m i x d i 󰀨 e r e n t t y p e s o f b a t t e r i e s s u c h a s a l k a l i n e , c a r b o n - z i n c , o r r e c h a r g e a b l e b a t t e r i e s .
• Do not mix old and new batteries
• Exhausted batteries are to be removed from the product
• Batteries included.
• DO NOT DISPOSE OF BATTERIES IN FIRE. BATTERIES MAY EXPLODE OR LEAK

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(example)
*** STOP! CALL FIRST! ***
Do NOT Return Product to Store.
This grill has been made according to the highest of quality standards. If you have any questions not
addressed in this manual or if you need parts please call our Customer Service Department at 1-912-
638-4724 (USA) or email Char-Griller at: [e-mail] and have your serial number handy.
REGISTER YOUR GRILL:
To take full advantage of the Char-Griller warranty be sure to register your grill by visiting
www.CharGriller.com/Register or calling Customer Service at 1-912-638-4724.
Registration provides important protections:
1. In the extremely unlikely event of a product recall Char-Griller can easily contact you and rectify the
issue.
2. If a warrantied part is broken or missing we can send you the needed parts promptly.
NOTE: You will need your model #, serial number, and a copy of the original sales receipt when
registering.
Document Your Grill Model and Serial Numbers HERE:
(Model and Serial number are located on the back of the grill body or on the leg.)
_________________________ _________________________
(MODEL #) (SERIAL #)

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WARRANTY INFORMATION
A COPY OF THE DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE (RECEIPT) IS REQUIRED WHEN REGISTERING OR SUB-
MITTING A WARRANTY* CLAIM. PLEASE RETAIN A COPY OF THE RECEIPT FOR YOUR RECORDS.
Char-Griller will replace any defective part of its grillers/smokers, under warranty, as outlined below.
PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION IN DETAIL AND IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT CUSTOMER
SERVICE AT 912-638-4724 OR [email protected].
SURFACE RUST IS NOT CONSIDERED A MANUFACTURING OR MATERIALS DEFECT
Char-Griller grills are made of steel and if exposed to the elements rust will occur naturally. Please refer to the
section entitled, “Usage” to review how to care for your grill properly.
Surface issues such as scratches, dents, corrosion or discoloring by heat, abrasive and chemical clearers, surface
rust or the discoloration of steel surfaces are NOT covered under these warranties.
Warranties are for the replacement of defective parts only. Char-Griller is not responsible for damage resulting
from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, hostile environments, improper installation, and installation not in accor-
dance with local codes of service of unit.
Excluded Under ALL Warranties
Paint; Surface Rust; Heat Damage; Incorrect Parts ordered by customer, including shipping; Worn Parts; Missing
or damaged parts not reported within two (2) months of purchase date; Defective parts not reported within one (1)
year of purchase date; Fading grill cover.
*NOTE: For warranty claims, photos and prepaid return of the item in question may be required. Misuse, abuse or
commercial use nullies all warranties.
Charcoal / Pellet / Kamado Grills
Grill - Hood AND Bottom
(excludes removable Ash Pan)
5 years from date of purchase for rust
through / burn through
Ash Pan AND Defective Parts 1 year from date of purchase
Gas Grills
Grill Hood (TOP half) AND Main Burner Tubes
(exckudes Side Burner)
5 years from date of purchase for rust
through / burn through
Grill Body (BOTTOM half) AND Side Burner
AND Defective Parts
1 year from date of purchase
Dual Fuel Grills (Gas & Charcoal)
Charcoal Grill - Hood AND Bottom AND Gas
Grill Hood (TOP half) AND Main Burner Tubes
(excludes Ash Pan and Side Burner)
5 years from date of purchase for rust
through / burn through
Ash Pan AND Defective Parts AND Gas Grill
Body (BOTTOM half) AND Side Burner
1 year from date of purchase
Parts, Accessories, and Grill Covers 1 year from date of purchase
(seam tears only for covers)

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