Coleman 9944-857 User manual

Propane Stove
Model 9944-857
INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE
U.S. Patent No. D498,388
© 2005 The Coleman Company, Inc.
www.coleman.com
For Outdoor Use Only
IMPORTANT
Read this manual carefully before assembling, using or servicing these
stoves. ASSEMBLER/INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with the
consumer. CONSUMER/USER: Read all instructions and keep them in
a safe place for future reference. If you have questions about assembly,
operation, servicing or repair of these stoves, please call Coleman at
1-800-835-3278 or TDD: 316-832-8707. In Canada call 1 800 387-6161. ANSI Z21.89b-CSA 1.18b (2004)
Outdoor Cooking Specialty Gas Appliance
®®

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Contents
General Safety Information
To Set up
Fill Pan with Water
Using the Optional Griddle
Using the Propane Cylinder Support
Burner and Orifice
Leak Check
Setup with Hose and Refillable Cylinder
Operation
To Light
Cooking Tips
To Tu r n O f f
Tear Down/Clean
Storage
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Service
Things You Should Know
Replacement Parts
Accessories
Warranty
DANGER
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.
WARNING
1. Do not store spare LP cylinder
within 10 feet (3 m) of
this appliance.
2. Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable liquids or vapors
within 25 feet (8 m) of
this appliance.
3. When cooking with oil/grease,
do not allow the oil/grease to
get hotter than 350°F (177°C).
4. Do not leave oil/grease
unattended.
DANGER
Failure to comply with the
precautions and instructions
provided with this outdoor stove
can result in death, serious bodily
injury and property loss or
damage from hazards of fire,
explosion, burn, asphyxiation,
and/or carbon
monoxide poisoning.
Only persons who can understand and follow the
instructions should use or service this outdoor stove.
If you need assistance or outdoor stove informa-
tion such as an instruction manual or labels,
contact The Coleman Company, Inc.
This manual contains important information about
the assembly, operation and maintenance of this
outdoor propane appliance. General safety informa-
tion is presented on this page and is also located
throughout these instructions. Particular attention
should be paid to information accompanied by the
safety alert symbol “ DANGER”,
“ WARNING”, “ CAUTION”.
Keep this manual for future reference and to educate
new users of this product. This manual should be read
in conjunction with the labeling on the product.
Safety precautions are essential when any
mechanical or propane fueled equipment is involved.
These precautions are necessary when using, stor-
ing, and servicing. Using this equipment with the
respect and caution demanded will reduce the pos-
sibilities of personal injury or property damage.
The following symbols shown below are used exten-
sively throughout these instructions. Always heed
these precautions, as they are essential when using
any mechanical or propane fueled equipment.
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
• This appliance can produce
carbon monoxide which has
no odor.
• Using it in an enclosed space
can kill you.
• Never use this appliance in an
enclosed space such as a
camper, tent, car or home.
• The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescrip-
tion drugs may impair your ability to properly
assemble or safely operate the appliance.
• When cooking with oil/grease, fire extinguishing
materials shall be readily accessible. In the
event of an oil/grease fire, do not attempt to
extinguish with water. Use Type BC dry chemical
fire extinguisher or smother fire with dirt, sand or
baking soda.
• In the event of rain while cooking with oil/grease,
cover the cooking vessel immediately and turn
off the appliance burners and gas supply. Do not
attempt to move the appliance or
cooking vessel.
• When cooking, the appliance must be on a level,
stable surface in an area clear of combustible
material. An asphalt surface (blacktop) may not
be acceptable for this purpose.
• Do not leave the appliance unattended. Keep
children and pets away from the appliance at all
times.
• Do not place empty cooking vessel on the appli-
ance while in operation. Use caution when plac-
ing anything in cooking vessel while the appli-
ance is in operation.
• Do not move the appliance when in use. Allow
the cooking vessel to cool before moving
or storing.
• This appliance is not intended for and should
never be used as a heater.
DANGER
CAUTION
General Safety Information

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:
WARNING: This fuel, and byproducts of
combustion of this fuel, contain chemicals known to
the state of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
• EXPLOSION - FIRE HAZARD
• Never store propane near high heat, open
flames, pilot lights, direct sunlight, other ignition
sources or where temperatures exceed 120
degrees F (49°C).
• Propane gas is heavier than air and leaking
propane will sink to the lowest level possible. It
can ignite by ignition sources including match-
es, lighters, sparks or open flames of any kind
many feet away from the original leak. If you
smell gas, leave the area immediately.
• Never install or remove propane tank while out-
door stove is lighted, near flame, pilot lights,
other ignition sources or while outdoor stove is
hot to touch.
• During operation, this product can be a source
of ignition. Never use the stove in spaces that
contain or may contain volatile or airborne
combustibles, or products such as gasoline,
solvents, paint thinner, dust particles or
unknown chemicals. Minimum distance from
sides and back of unit to walls or railings is 12
inches (30.5 cm). Do not use under overhead
unprotected combustible construction.
• Provide adequate clearances around air open-
ings into the combustion chamber.
• DO NOT use gas stove indoors or store any
propane cylinder(s) indoors, including in the
garage, breezeways, sheds or enclosed areas.
• Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and
ventilation air.
DANGER
We cannot foresee every use which may be
made of our products.
Check with your local fire safety authority if
you have questions about use.
Other standards govern the use of fuel gases
and heat producing products for specific uses.
Your local authorities can advise you about
these.
• Never refill disposable cylinders.
• Use the preset regulator that came with the
stove. Do not attempt to adjust.
• The installation must conform with local codes
or, in absence of local codes, with the
National
Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54,
Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum
Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 or CSA B149.1, Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code.
• This appliance is not intended to be installed in
or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.
• This appliance is not intended for commercial use.
WARNING
• CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
• This stove is a combustion appliance. All com-
bustion appliances produce carbon monoxide
(CO) during the combustion process. This prod-
uct is designed to produce extremely minute,
non- hazardous amounts of CO if used and main-
tained in accordance with all warnings and
instructions. Do not block air flow into or out of
the stove.
• Carbon Monoxide (CO) poisoning produces
flu-like symptoms, watery eyes, headaches,
dizziness, fatigue and possibly death. You can’t
see it and you can’t smell it. It’s an invisible killer.
If these symptoms are present during operation
of this product get fresh air immediately!
• For outdoor use only. If stored indoors,
detach and leave cylinder outdoors.
• Never use inside house, camper, tent,
vehicle or other unventilated or enclosed
areas. This stove consumes air (oxygen). Do
not use in unventilated or enclosed areas to
avoid endangering your life.
DANGER
• This product is fueled by propane gas. Propane
gas is invisible, odorless, and flammable. An
odorant is normally added to help detect leaks
and can be described as a ”rotten egg” smell.
The odorant can fade over time so leaking gas
is not always detectable by smell alone.
• Use only propane gas set up for
vapor withdrawal.
• Propane gas should be stored or used in
compliance with local ordinances and codes or
with ANSI/NFPA 58. Turn off propane and
disconnect cylinder when not in use.
• Cylinders must be stored out of reach
of children.
WARNING
• BURN HAZARD
• Never leave stove unattended when hot or in use.
• Keep out of reach of children.
WARNING
• SERVICE SAFETY
• Keep all connections and fittings clean. Inspect
propane cylinder and stove propane connec-
tions for damage before attaching.
• During set up, check all connections and
fittings for leaks using soapy water. Never use a
flame. Bubbles indicate a leak. Check that the
connection is not cross-threaded and that it is
tight. Perform another leak check. If there is still
a leak, remove the cylinder and contact
Coleman for service or repairs.
• Use as a cooking appliance only. Never alter in
any way or use with any device or part not
expressly approved by Coleman.
• Clean stove frequently to avoid grease
accumulation and possible grease fires.
CAUTION
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in
death or serious injury.
DANGER
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, could result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in
minor or moderate personal injury, or
property damage.
CAUTION
Input: 16,000 BTU/H
Category: Pressure regulated propane
Fuel: 16.4 oz. disposable propane cylinders
Regulator: 9944
Technical
Characteristics
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To Set Up
Step 1
■ Remove stove, legs and
regulator from packaging.
■ Regulator is packed in
the end of the Styrofoam
near front of stove.
■ Inspect all packing and
remove all parts.
■ Your unit includes:
(1) Side table(s) - 2nd table
optional
(1) Stove
(1) Lid
(1) Waterpan
(1) Regulator
(1) Grill
(4) Legs
■ Use a ground cloth
to protect the finish.
■ Place stove on back
and remove side tables.
Step 2
■ Place side table wire
fingers in holes on top of
stove handles and push
down on table until it
stops.
Step 3
Step 4
■ Remove legs from
mounting brackets on
bottom of stove.
■ Thread legs into
receivers on bottom of
stove handles.
■ Stand stove up and adjust leg level-
ers if necessary.
CAUTION
• Do not use the stove without the water pan in place.
• Coleman recommends water in the water pan when in use. This will
help prevent a grease flare-up.
Fill Pan with Water
■ Cleanup will be improved
if you fill WATER PAN to
mark indicated (MAX).
■ Open Lid.
■ Remove packing from cooking surfaces, merchandising material from
inside lid, and any other combustible materials from inside the stove.
MAX
Optional
2nd Side
Tabl e
Optional
2nd Side
Tabl e
Optional
Tabl e
■ Make sure pins in
WATER PAN match holes in
COOKTOP.
■ See replacement parts list for identification.

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Leak Check
WARNING
• Perform leak test outdoors.
• Extinguish all open flames.
• NEVER leak test when smoking.
• Do not use the outdoor stove until connection has been leak test-
ed and does not leak.
■ Check the connection
between the cylinder and
the regulator with soapy
water. Bubbles indicate a
leak. Check that the con-
nection is not cross-thread-
ed and that it is tight.
Perform another leak check.
If there is still a leak,
remove the cylinder and
contact Coleman for service
or repairs.
Leak
Check
To Set Up cont.
Using the Optional Griddle (Sold Separately)
■ Place griddle at either
end of the stove with
drain slot at end of stove.
Leak Check cont.
Step 1
NOTE: Use Coleman 16.4 oz disposable propane cylinders. The LP
gas cylinder(s) used with stoves must be constructed and marked in
accordance with the specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation or
Transport Canada , CAN/CSA B339,
Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous
Goods.
■ Place the grill onto the
stove.
■ Make sure burner valve is
off.
■ Remove plastic cap from
top of propane cylinder. Save
cap for use in storing. Screw
propane cylinder into REGU-
LATOR. Be careful not to
cross-thread. HAND TIGHTEN
only.
Step 2
Step 3
■ The regulator uses a
threaded fitting to attach
to the stove. It is neces-
sary to hold the stove to
make sure the fitting is
seated. Align the regula-
tor to the fuel tube on
the rear of the stove and
push on. Screw on the
outer threaded sleeve
in a clockwise direction
until tight.
■ Never operate stove with
propane cylinder in an invert-
ed position.
Step 4
■ Proper location of the burner with respect to the orifice is important.
To verify the proper installation of the burner tube, remove the water
pan and look downward through the opening. The burner tube must
be located over the brass orifice fitting.
Brass
Orifice
Fitting
Burner Tube
Burner and Orifice
■ Check and clean the
burner/venturi tubes for
insects and insect nests. A
clogged tube can lead to a fire
beneath the appliance.