Dyna-Glo SEARPLUS DGF481CRN User manual

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5-BURNER NATURAL GAS
GRILL WITH SIDE BURNER
AND SEARPLUS™ BURNER
Model #DGF481CRN/DGF481CRN-D
Questions, problems, missing parts?
Before returning to your retailer,
call our customer service
department at 1-877-447-4768,
8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., CST,
Monday – Friday or e-mail us at
[email protected]
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Table Of Contents
Assembler/Installer: This manual contains important information necessary for the proper
assembly and safe use of this appliance. Read and follow all warnings and instructions before
assembling and using this appliance. Leave these instructions with the consumer.
Consumer/User: Follow all warnings and instructions when using this appliance.
Retain these instructions for future reference.
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
local 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 (liquid propane) cylinder not
connected for use shall not be stored
in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
3. This grill is for outdoor use only and
shall not be used in a building, garage,
under overhangs or any other enclosed
area.
4. Do not leave a lit grill unattended.
Keep children and pets away from the
grill at all times.
DANGER WARNING
Safety Information.....................................................................................................................3
Package Contents.....................................................................................................................5
Hardware Contents ...................................................................................................................6
Preparation ................................................................................................................................6
Assembly Instructions ..............................................................................................................7
Operation Instructions............................................................................................................18
Care and Maintenance............................................................................................................22
Troubleshooting.......................................................................................................................25
Limited Warranty .....................................................................................................................26
Replacement Parts List...........................................................................................................27

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DANGER
CAUTION
Safety Information
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or install the
product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at: 1-877-447-
4768, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., CST, Monday – Friday.
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materials, gasoline and other ammable vapors and liquids.
WARNING: THIS PRODUCT AND THE FUELS USED TO OPERATE
THIS PRODUCT (NATURAL GAS), AND THE PRODUCTS
OF COMBUSTION OF SUCH FUELS, CAN EXPOSE YOU TO
CHEMICALS INCLUDING BENZENE, WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND REPRODUCTIVE
HARM.
For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
t Never use charcoal or lighter uid with the grill.
t Do not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting.
t This grill is not intended to be used in or installed on recreational vehicles and/or boats.
t Never attempt to operate this grill using propane.
t Always employ a qualied service agency to install all necessary natural gas supply plumbing,
manual shutoff valve, and quick-connect ttings.
t Always open grill lid slowly and carefully as heat and steam trapped within the grill can burn
you severely.

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combustible construction or awnings.
Minimum clearance from sides and back
of unit to combustible construction, 36
inches (914.4mm) from sides and back.
NOTE: The installation must conform with
local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, with either the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA
B149.1, or Propane Storage and Handling
Code, B149.2.
WARNING
Safety Information
CAUTION
36in
914.4mm
36in
914.4mm
t Do not store or use gasoline or other ammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
t An LP cylinder shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
t This grill is for use with natural gas only.
t Never attempt to attach this grill to the self-contained propane system of a boat, camper
trailer, motor home or house.
t Do not attempt to move the grill while it is lit or when it is hot. The casters should be locked
when not moving the grill.
t Do not use the grill unless it is completely assembled and all parts are securely fastened and
tightened.
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all times.
t Do not touch metal parts of grill until it has completely cooled (about 45 minutes) to avoid burns,
unless you are wearing protective gear (pot holders, gloves, BBQ mittens, etc.).
t Do not alter this grill in any manner.
t Clean and inspect the hose before each use. If there is evidence of abrasion, wear, cuts, or
leaks, the hose must be replaced prior to operating the appliance. The replacement hose assembly
will be that which is specied by the manufacturer, listed in the repair parts list in this manual.
t Move gas hoses as far away as possible from hot surfaces and dripping hot grease. Never allow the
gas hose to touch heated surfaces.
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before each use. Do not obstruct the ow of gas or ventilation air.
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properly assemble or safely operate the grill.
t Do not leave a lit grill unattended. Keep children and pets away from the grill at all times.
t Do not place this grill on any type of tabletop surface. The grill should be placed on a at and level
surface.
t Do not use the grill in high winds.

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PART DESCRIPTION QTY.
A Temperature Gauge 1
B Door handle 2
C Lid Handle Assembly 1
D Grill Body 1
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G Grease Pan 1
H Grease Cup 1
I Warming Rack 1
J Cooking Grate, Main Burner 2
,Cooking Grate, SearPLUS™ Burner 1
L Heat Tent For Main Burner 4
M Heat Tent For Sear Burner 1
N Left Side Table 1
O Upper Cart Brace 1
P Right Side Table 1
Q Side Burner Bezel 1
R Cart Left Side Panel Assembly 1
PART DESCRIPTION QTY.
S Cart Rear Panel 1
T Natural Gas Hose Holder 2
U Cart Right Side Panel Assembly 1
V Lower Cart Brace 1
W Base Panel 1
X Locking Swivel Caster 2
Y Non-Locking Swivel Caster 2
Z Left Door Assembly 1
A1 Right Door Assembly 1
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C1 4NPLFS#PY"TTFNCMZ 1
D1 4NPLFS#PY3FBS4VQQPSU 1
E1 Cabinet Magnet 1
F1 Left Side Table facing panel 1
G1 Side Burner Grate 1
H1 Side Burner 1
I1 Right Side Table facing panel 1
J1 Quick disconnect coupling 1
Package Contents
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A
D
K
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X
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W
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C1
B1
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I1
J1
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Hardware Contents
Preparation
Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package
contents list on previous page and hardware contents above. If any part is missing or damaged, do not
attempt to assemble the product. Contact customer service for replacement parts.
Estimated Assembly Time: 50 minutes with 2 people.
Tools Required for Assembly and Leak Testing (not included): Phillips screwdriver, Spray bottle
CAUTION
THIS UNIT IS HEAVY. Two people required for safe assembly.
Two people required for safe assembly. Some parts may contain sharp edges.
Wear protective gloves if necessary. Read and follow all safety statements,
warnings, assembly instructions and use and care instructions before attempting
to assemble and use.
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Screw
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2X 1X
M6 Wing
Nut
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M10
Wrench
2X
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2X
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Screw M6 Plain
Washer
Door Upper
Hinge Pin
M6 Spring
Washer
HH
2X
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Screw

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1
2
Assembly – Bottom Panel
Assembly – Right Side and Bottom Panel
Assembly Instructions
AA
3X
W
AA
U
V
AA
3X
V
W
AA
AA

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3
4
Assembly – Rear Panel
Assembly – Left Side and Rear Panel
AA
2X
AA
5X
U
S
W
AA
AA
U
S
R
V
W
V
AA

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5
6
Assembly – Casters
X
Y
X
Y
GG
Assembly – Upper Brace and Cabinet Magnet
AA BB
2X
BB
OAA
4X
E1

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7
8
Assembly – Door Handles and Doors
A1
Z
CC CC
2X
OAA
4X
B
AA
B
Assembly – Handle, Knobs, and Temperature Gauge
C
A
F
E
FF
2X
DD
2X
EE
2X
FF
EE
DD
D

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D
9Assembly – Grill Body to Base
NOTE: Fully tighten all
screws at this time.
CAUTION:
2 people required
for safe assembly.
AA
4X
AA

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10
A
B
C
Assembly - Left Side Table
AA
8X
AA
N
AA
F1
5 threads
Rear shown,
same for front
5 threads
AA
AA
N

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11 Assembly – Right Side Shelf and Knob
C
A
B
P
5 Threads
AA
BB
AA
I1
5 Threads
AA
8X
AA
Rear
shown,
same for
front
AA
AA
5 Threads Engage slots
and tighten
screws
E
Q
BB
2X
P

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12 Assembly – Side Burner
H1
P
H1
A
B
CHH
2X
HH

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Assembly – Natural Gas Line and Bracket
13
BB
4X
BB
BB
S
T
W
5 threads
BB
A
B
C
Engage slots and
tighten screws
U

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14 Assembly – Optional Smoker Box
Smoker Box Placement
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15 Assembly – Heat Tents
BB
4X
D1
D1
C1
C1
B1
BB
B1

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16 Assembly – Rack and Cooking Grates
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IK
G1
17 Assembly – Grease Pan
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Connecting the Grill to the Natural Gas Supply:
t The quick disconnect socket (J1) and supply gas line must be installed by a qualied service
agency. The supply connection must be made in accordance with local codes or, in the absence
of local codes, with either the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, in the USA, of the
Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, in Canada.
t A properly sized manual shut-off valve must be installed between the frill and the gas supply piping.
t The grill and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system
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t The grill must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff
valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less
than 0.5 PSI (3.5 kPa).
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valve.
To Connect:
1. Ensure that the natural gas shut-off valve is closed.
2. Remove the protective rubber caps from the plug and sleeve
ends of the quick disconnect ttings. Check that the ttings are
clean.
3. Retract the sleeve on the coupling as illustrated.
4. Insert the plug and release the sleeve as illustrated.
5. Push the plug into the sleeve until the sleeve snaps forward to
lock the plug in the coupling.
6. Open the natural gas shut-off valve.
To Disconnect:
1. Close natural gas supply at shut-off valve.
2. Push the sleeve back and gently pull out the plug.
3. Replace the protective rubber caps on the plug and sleeve
ends of the quick disconnect couplings.
WARNING
In the connection process, make sure:
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Operation Instructions
J1
Release sleeve
Retract sleeve

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Operation Instructions - cont.
WARNING
ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFEGUARDS ON THIS PAGE MUST BE FOLLOWED TO
PREVENT FIRE, DAMAGE AND/OR INJURY.
CAUTION
ONLY USE THE HOSE ASSEMBLY PROVIDED! IF A REPLACEMENT IS NECESSARY, PLEASE
CALL OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE CENTER. DO NOT USE REPLACEMENT PARTS THAT ARE
NOT INTENDED FOR THIS GRILL.
CHECKING FOR LEAKS
After all connections are made, check all connections and ttings on the natural gas quick connector,
gas hose and manifold for leaks with a water and soap solution.
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t Always perform leak test prior to lighting the grill.
t Do not smoke while testing for a leak.
t Always perform leak tests outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
t Do not use any source of ame while testing for leaks.
t Do not use the grill until any and all leaks are corrected.
t If you are unable to correct a leak, disconnect the propane supply and call a gas appliance service
dealer.
PERFORM LEAK TEST
t Prepare leak test solution by 50/50 ratio of liquid dish soap and water.
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Put leak test solution in a spray bottle.
t Ensure all control knobs are in the O OFF position.
t Connect the gas hose to the gas supply.
t Open the gas shut-off valve.
t Spray leak test solution on all gas carrying connections and ttings. Presence of bubbles at areas
of applied test solution indicates a gas leak. If leaks are detected or you smell or hear gas, shut off
the gas supply valve immediately and repair or replace the defective part. Do not use the grill until
all leaks are corrected.

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Operation Instructions - cont.
Lighting The Grill
Before first use:
Remove all hangings or plastic straps, if present. Before you cook on your new gas grill, it is important
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and the control knobs in the highest position. This will clean the internal parts by burning off any residue
and odor from the manufacturing process.
CAUTION
If the flame extinguishes accidentally during ignition or operation, immediately TURN OFF
the natural gas shut-off valve and then TURN OFF the control knob.
ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFEGUARDS ON THIS PAGE MUST BE FOLLOWED TO PREVENT
FIRE, DAMAGE AND/OR INJURY.
WARNING
Do not lean over grill when lighting. Read instructions before lighting.
1. Check that the control knobs are in the OOFF position.
2. Open natural gas supply at shut-off valve.
3. Open lid during lighting.
4. Depress and turn control knob counterclockwise from OOFF position, past the ignite
position, to the high position for the main burners and for the SearPLUS™ burner. You may need
to repeat several times to ignite the burner.
If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn the control knobs to OOFF position, wait 5 minutes, and
repeat the lighting procedure.
If the burner still does not light, check that there is gas in the cylinder and follow the match lighting
instructions on the following page.
Cooking:
After lighting, adjust burner, including SearPLUS™ burner, from high ( ) to low ( ) position for desired
cooking temperature.
Searing Food with the SearPLUS™ Burner:
To sear food, use the SearPLUS™ burner with the red control knob, which has a higher temperature
range than the other burners. After lighting, adjust SearPLUS™ burner control knob to Sear Position
( ) and place food to be seared on the sear grate directly over the SearPLUS™ burner.
Regular Control Knob SearPLUS™ Control Knob
Sear Normal High Normal Low
Normal High Normal Low