Dickinson Spitfire180 User manual

Spitfire180
Operating and Installation
Instruction Manual
*KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE*
Spitfire180
** Please read from beginning to end before operating.
Spitfire180 Serial #: __________________
Quality Controlled by- Doug & Don
Form#7.2-257 Issue#1 Dec 7, 2010

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Table of Contents
Table of Contents… Pg. 2
1. Warning & Disclosures… Pg. 3
2. Spitfire Packing List… Pg. 4
3. Assembly… Pg. 4
4. Propane Fuel Connection… Pg. 5
5. Low Pressure System Connection… Pg. 5
6. Leak Test… Pg. 6
7. Getting to Know your Spitfire… Pg. 7
8. Lighting & Operation… Pg. 8
9. Temperature Adjustment… Pg. 9
10.Cleaning & Maintenance… Pg. 10
11. Cooking… Pg. 10
12. Spitfire Accessories & Parts Available… Pg. 10
13. Warranty… Pg. 11
14. Registering your Warranty… Pg 14

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Warnings & Disclosures
•The Spitfire180 barbeque is designed to use only LPG fuel.
•Read this owner’s manual carefully and completely before trying to
assemble, operate, or service this barbeque.
•Improper use of this gas appliance can cause serious injury or death
from burns, fire, explosion, carbon monoxide poisoning and oxygen
depletion.
•Do not install this appliance in spaces containing internal combustion
engines, fuel tanks, or joints and fittings.
•Test all propane lines and connections for leaks with a soapy water
solution. Do not use a flame to test for leaks.
•If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a fire or
explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury, or
loss of life.
•Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
•Close the LPG cylinder valve when Spitfire is not in use.
•Close the Spitfire regulator valve before opening the LPG cylinder
valve.
•Close the LPG cylinder valve in the event of an emergency.
•Close the LPG cylinder valve when the boat is unattended.
•Always open the hood before lighting.
•Do not allow LPG cylinder to lie on its side.
•If the burner does not light immediately turn control regulator to lock-
off position and do not attempt to light the burner for at least 60
seconds.
•Trim excess fat from meats to minimize flare-ups.
•Let the barbeque cool before cleaning or removing any parts for
cleaning or servicing.
•This barbeque is for OUTDOOR USE ONLY. Do not operate inside a
boat, garage, shed or other enclosed areas.

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Spitfire Packing List
*PLEASE KEEP YOUR PROOF OF PURCHASE FOR WARRANTY.
Spitfire180 Part# 00-SPT-180
1. Top Lid and Main Body Assembly
2. Thermometer part# 15-120
3. Stainless Grill Section part# 15-195 (2 required)
4. Stainless Burner & Bracket part# 15-060
5. Orifice Assembly part# 15-072
6. Regulator Control part# 15-110
7. Spark Igniter part# 15-101
8. Drip Tray part# 15-082
9. Deck Legs
10. Vinyl cover part# 15-171
Assembly
You will need to attach the feet of the BBQ to the rest of the unit. The two
feet of the Spitfire slide on to the inserted studs on the base. The flanges are
to point outwards. Use the four 10 x 32 nuts and #10 lock-washers to secure
the legs to the base. The drip tray is placed in the area between both legs.
The 4 porcelain grill sections will sit on the ledges provided above the
burner. Remember to remove all protective plastic from the body.

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Propane Fuel Connection
The most common LPG connection is the 1 lb. disposable bottle that
connects directly to the barbeque or a hose straight from the barbeque to a
10lb. or 20 lb. tank. We have 6ft part# 15-188 and 8ft part# 15-189 high
pressure propane hoses available. High pressure propane is required with the
regulator control included with the Spitfire. The Spitfire gas control is also
the pressure regulator part# 15-110.
If your boat has a regulated propane source, the fuel line to the Spitfire must
be tee’d off before any regulators on the main fuel supply. A high pressure T
type connector is available from Dickinson for this. *See the high pressure T
connection diagram below.
Low Pressure System Connection:
If you already have a low pressure line available for your Spitfire, you
would then need to replace the regulator control part# 15-110 with low
pressure gas valve part # 15-193. If doing so, there MUST be a separate 11”
WC low pressure regulator part# 19-151 at the bottle regulating the propane.
*See the low pressure connection diagram below.

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Typical Low Pressure Propane Locker
Leak Test:
1. Do not use or permit sources of ignition in the area while doing the
leak test. This includes smoking.
2. Leak testing solution should be half liquid soap and half water.
3. Apply the solution to the LP gas delivery system at all connections.
4. Bubbles in the soap solution indicate that a leak is present.
5. The leak(s) must be stopped by tightening the loose joints, or
replacing the faulty parts.
***DO NOT USE BARBEQUE UNTIL LEAK IS CORRECTED***

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Getting to Know your Spitfire
Thermometer:
The Spitfire 180 is fitted with a thermometer. If you remove the
thermometer for cleaning or replacement, see below for re-assembly
diagram. Inspect the thermometer to ensure no small white bits of plastic are
around the edge, left over from the protective plastic used in the
manufacturing process. Be aware that bending or damaging the thermometer
probe or dropping the Spitfire, may cause the thermometer to stop working.
(use #6 x ¼ screws)
Spark Igniter:
The igniter probe should be as close to the holes in the burner as possible.
See diagram below. For a perfect fit, adjust the probe so that it is
3/16ths“(4.75mm) away from the holes. Igniters seldom fail but if yours
stops working try cleaning the probe. Built up grease may have coated the
probe, preventing the spark. Remove the igniter, clean the bracket and
around the base, the copper line on the side of the igniter and the screws.
Built up grease may have interrupted the ground. (use #8 x 3/8 screws & #8
nuts)
Orifice Assembly:
The orifice assembly is the series of brass fittings that attach to the gas
regulator control and go inside the end of the burner. The orifice has a tiny
hole that controls the maximum amount of fuel allowed to enter the burner.
From time to time salt or other debri may plug the hole changing the flame.
The Spitfire will not get hot, and a blocked orifice may be the reason.
Remove and clean with a very small wire (twist tie). Do not expand the hole
or the Spitfire will burn too hot.

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The Burner:
Your burner bar is made of stainless steel and is the most rugged, longest
lasting marine burner bar around. Salt air, heat and acids in foods however
still take their toll on the burner bar. Try to keep the burner clean and free of
obstructions. The venturi may need adjusting to your liking. When the slots
line up, the flame will be vibrant blue (more like a broiler flame), when the
slots are closed, the flame will be lazy yellow (more like a burning briquette
bbq), or they can just be left in the middle. (use #8 x 3/8 screw & nut)
Lighting
1) Spitfire control regulator in LOCK-OFF position
2) Open Lid and turn on LPG gas supply at source
3) Turn Control Regulator ON to the medium level. Press Igniter button
several times, or use a long bbq lighter through the match hole. Check
to make sure the propane is burning.
**If the burner does not light immediately turn control regulator to
lock-off position and do not attempt to light the burner for at least 60
seconds.
Operation
When the burner is lit the Control Regulator setting may be selected. With
the lid closed the Spitfire will quickly reach cooking temperatures (approx. 5
minutes).
Do not leave the control regulator on high with the lid closed for long
periods of time or damage may be caused to the body of Spitfire due to
overheating. High gas settings are only recommended for a short pre-heat
period, barbequing with the lid open, or with the lid closed, but at a
moderate setting. After cooking, turn the Spitfire off at the LPG source.
Once the burner has extinguished, turn the Control Regulator to the LOCK-
OFF position. This will de-pressurize the fuel line.

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Cleaning and Maintenance
1) Clean grease from the drip tray and the base of the Spitfire regularly.
2) Clean burner and burner orifice seasonally. The burner orifice can be
removed for thorough cleaning with hot water and a bronze wire
brush.
3) The Spitfire stainless top lid and main body will eventully discolor
with heat.
4) A defective spark igniter is uncommon. If the igniter does not work, it
will be caused by grease build-up on the wire electrode or by the
igniter mount not being grounded to the body of the barbecue during
assembly. The igniter can be cleaned with hot water and a cloth.
Cooking
The removable drip tray must be installed prior to cooking. Do not allow
grease to build-up in the grease tray or in the base of the Spitfire. The
porcelain enamel cooking surface plates should be pre-heated and sprayed or
covered with cooking oil to prevent food from sticking. Accumulated grease
will burn off if the cooking plates are turned over. Barbecues will get hot
and splash grease, and for safety reasons it is therefore advisable to mount
the unit outboard.
Spitfire180 Accessories & Parts Available
#15-150A Universal Rail Mount Kit
#15-150F Fishing Rod Holder Mount Kit
#15-187 Taff Rail Mount Kit
#15-150P Scotty Mount Kit
#15-171 Black Vinyl Cover
#15-203 Aussie griddle pan (8” x 11”)
#15-188 6 ft. Propane Hose – High Pressure
#15-189 8 ft. Propane Hose – High Pressure
#15-191 6ft. Propane T Type Hose – High Pressure
#15-192 8ft. Propane T Type Hose – High Pressure
#15-178 “T” type Connector
#15-193 Low pressure Control Valve