George Foreman GP200RED User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
For Model: GP200RED
GEORGE FOREMAN
TM
Portable Propane Grill
™
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FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open Lid.
4. If odor continues, immediately call your gas supplier or your
fire department.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and
liquids 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.
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.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ AND SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: A risk of fire or explosion exists in all propane grills.
Read this manual before use. Failure to follow all instructions
may result in serious personal injury, property damage, or death.
When using propane grills, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire and injury to persons, including the
following:
1. Read all instructions before using the grill.
2. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs and oven mitts or
pot holders.
3. Keep children and pets away from the grill at all times.
4. This grill is not for use by children.
5. Do not leave this grill unattended while in use.
6. Do not move the grill when in use. Allow to cool before moving,
putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning and storing the
grill.
7. To disconnect, turn Temperature Control Knob to LOCK/OFF.
8. Do not operate any grill after the grill malfunctions, or has been
dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact Consumer Service for
return authorization, examination, repair or adjustment.
9. The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the grill
manufacturer may cause injuries.
10. This grill is for outdoor use only. NEVER operate grill in enclosed
areas, as this could lead to gas accumulating from a leak, causing
an explosion or a carbon monoxide buildup which could result in
injury or death. DO NOT USE in garages, sheds or any enclosed
areas.
11. Do not use grill for other than intended use.
12. Extreme caution must be used when moving a grill containing hot oil
or other hot liquids. Allow liquid to cool before removing and empty-
ing Drip Tray. Do not remove Grill from Base until Grill is cool.
13. Do not attempt to dislodge food or clean the grill when it is hot.
14. Fuel, such as charcoal briquettes, is not to be used with this grill.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
THIS GRILL IS NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE.
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
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Additional Important Safeguards
1. CAUTION: This grill generates heat and escaping steam during use.
Proper precautions must be taken to prevent the risk of burns, fires or
other damage to persons or property. Use of protective oven mitts or
gloves is recommended.
2. All users of this grill must read and understand this Owner's Manual before
operating or cleaning this grill.
3. When using this grill, provide adequate air space above and on all sides for
air circulation. Do not allow this grill to touch clothing, dish towels or other
flammable materials during use.
4. IMPORTANT: Minimum clearance of 16 inches around all sides of the grill
should always be maintained and the appliance shall not be located under
overhead unprotected combustible construction.
5. If this grill begins to malfunction during use, immediately turn the
Temperature Control Knob to LOCK/OFF. Do not use or attempt to repair the
malfunctioning grill.
6. This outdoor cooking gas grill is not intended for use in or on recreational
vehicles and/or boats.
7. The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the
consumer’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate the grill.
8. 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.
9. In the event of rain while cooking with oil/grease, turn off the grill burner
and gas supply, and immediately cover the Grill Plate. Do not attempt to
move the grill or Grill Plate.
10. When cooking, the grill must be on a level and stable surface in an area
clear of combustible materials. An asphalt surface (blacktop) may not be
acceptable for this purpose.
11. Make sure the grill is in the LOCK/OFF position when placing the Grill Plate
into position.
12. The grill is not intended for and should never be used as a heater.
13. Keep grill area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and
other flammable vapors and liquids.
14. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
15. Always remove lid before lighting your grill.
16. Do not attempt to disconnect the regulator or any gas fitting while the unit
is in operation.
17. Do not wear clothing with loose flowing sleeves while lighting or using the
grill.
18. Use barbecue tools with long, heat-resistant handles.
19. The grill should never face directly into the wind.
20. Do not operate Grill in a high-traffic area.
21. After use, allow Grill to cool completely before cleaning.
22. We recommend storing Grill indoors or, if unable to store indoors, always
cover Grill with protective cover. Always keep out of the reach of children.
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Special Instructions for the Use of Regulator
and LP (Propane) Cylinders
•The propane grill is equipped with a regulator
having a CGA No. 600 cylinder connection
device which is for connecting to a one pound
PROPANE cylinder ONLY. See Illustration.
•Grill installation must conform with local
codes, or in the absence of local codes, with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1,
Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum
Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58 or CSA B149.1, Natural
Gas and Propane Installation Code.
•Use grill only with LP (propane) gas. Use grill only with the regulator/valve
assembly supplied.
•Never use charcoal briquettes or lighter fluid in a gas grill.
•Discard used and empty fuel cylinder in a safe place.
•Store spare fuel canisters in a well-ventilated area away from the grill.
•Do not puncture or burn fuel canister.
•Do not operate the grill if there is a gas leak present.
•Do not enlarge orifice or burner ports when cleaning the regulator and burner.
•If you smell gas, turn Temperature Control Knob to LOCK/OFF to shut off gas to
the grill. Extinguish any open flame and open Lid. If odor continues, immedi-
ately call your gas supplier or your fire department.
•Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other grill.
•An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
•The LP-gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in
accordance with the specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) CFR 49 or the National Standard of
Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation
of Dangerous Goods.
•If the grill is not in use, the Temperature Control Knob must be turned to
LOCK/OFF to shut off the gas cylinder. Storage of a grill indoors is permissible
only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the grill. Cylinders must
be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not be stored in a
building, garage or any other enclosed area.
•The regulator may make a humming or whistling noise during operation. This
will not affect safety or use of grill.
•Save cylinder cap and reinstall when not in use.
•Cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal. The gas cylin-
der must be upright in use. Do not block the pressure relief valve during use
or storage.
•Always remove one pound cylinder from grill when transporting and when not
in use.
.550 Min
(13.96mm)
.850 - .935
(21.58 - 23.75mm)
.666 - .750
(16.92 - 19.05mm)
CGA No. 600
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Getting To Know Your GP200RED Propane Grill
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1. Lid Handle/Vent (P/N 21659)
2. Lid Assembly (P/N 21680)
3. Screw/Washer (P/N 21661)
4. Ignitor Assembly (P/N 21648)
5. Ignitor Button
6. Temperature Control Knob (P/N 21647)
7. Regulator (P/N 21663)
8. Side Tray, Left (P/N 21688)
9. Flame Viewing Hole
10. Match Holder (P/N 21656)
11. Transport Handle (P/N 21684)
12. Wheel/Leg Frame (P/N 21681)
13. Wheel (2) (P/N 21687)
14. Securing Rod (P/N 21686)
15. Apron
16. Storage Arm (2) (P/N 21682)
17. Storage/Leg Frame (P/N 21685)
18. Base Plate (P/N 21683)
19. Burner Assembly
20. Side Tray, Right (P/N 21689)
21. Grill Base
22. Side Tray Support Tube/Locking Clip
(P/N 21690)
23. Drip Tray (P/N 21646)
24. Grill Plate (P/N 21645)
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Before First Use
1. Remove the Grill and any packaging materials.
2. Place the Base Frame on a flat, level surface.
3. Lift off the Side Trays and set them to the side. Disconnect the Storage
Arms from the Wheel/Leg Frame to allow access to the Grill Assembly.
4. Remove the Grill Plate, Grill Base, Lid and Drip Tray. Wipe the Grill Base and
Lid with a damp cloth to remove any dust. Wash the Grill Plate and Drip
Tray in warm, soapy water. Rinse
and dry thoroughly.
5. The Handle/Vent and mounting
hardware, (Screw/Washer) are
shipped in an inverted fashion,
requiring minor assembly.
Remove the Handle/Vent from
the inside of the Lid by unscrew-
ing the Screw/Washer. Remove
all parts, then properly position
the Handle/Vent on the top of the
Lid. Make sure the Handle/Vent stop pin enters the Vent slot in the Lid. From
the inside of the Lid, place the Screw/Washer through the hole in the Lid
and Handle/Vent. Securely fasten with a Phillips head screw driver. See
Figure 1.
6. Slide the Drip Tray into the slots in the Grill Base.
7. See "Grilling Positions" on the following pages and place the Grill Base on
the Base Frame.
8. Place the Grill Plate on the Grill Base and place the Lid over the Grill Plate.
Grill Positions
The Wheel-It and Grill-It™Portable
Propane Grill is compact enough to
transport to any grilling location.
Wheel-It from the storage shed to the
patio, to a picnic in the park, or off on
a camping trip. The Portable Propane
Grill easily transforms from storage to
transport and to high or low Grill-It
positions.
Storage Position: This position
makes the Grill compact enough for
space saving storage. The Side Trays
are stored on the Leg Assemblies and
the Transport Handle slides into the
top of the Frame.
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Screw/Washer
Handle/Vent
Lid
Vent Slot
Figure 1
Figure 2
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Grill Positions (Cont.)
Transport Position: To
transform the Grill from
the Storage Position to
the Transport Position,
slide out the Transport
Handle from the closed
position
and roll away .
Low Grilling Position:
Using the Grill in the
Low Position is great
for beach barbeques,
camping sites, tail-gate
parties or picnics in the
park.
To transform the Grill
from the Transport Position to
the Low Grilling Position, slide
the Transport Handle into the
Frame, remove both Side
Trays, then lay the GP200RED
down.
Disconnect the Storage Arms
from the Leg Assemblies. Lift
the Grill Assembly from the
Base Frame and set it to the
side, then reconnect the
Storage Arms.
Transport
Handle
Figure 3
Figure 4
Slots For
Drip Tray
Locator Pegs
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Grill Positions (Cont.)
Low Grilling Position, Continued: . Place the
Grill Base on the Base Frame by placing the
"slot" of the Hook Bracket around the Locator
Peg under the Base Frame. Align the hole in
the front of the Grill Base with the Locator Peg
on the front side of the Base Frame. Make
sure the Grill Base is secure. Place the Grill
Plate on the Grill Base. Slide the Side Trays
into position and attach the Drip Tray into the
slots.Attach the Propane Cylinder. See
'Attaching Propane Gas Cylinder' for details.
The Grill is ready for use.
Upright Grilling Position: This position is ideal
for patio use or any time you feel more com-
fortable Grilling in the standing position.
To transform the GP200RED from the Storage Position to the Upright Grilling Position, lay
unit down, with wheels on ground as seen in
Figure 4. Remove the Side Trays and discon-
nect the Storage Arms. Pull the Securing Rod
from its storage position. Raise the
Storage/Leg Frame upwards and hook the
Securing Rod into the opposing leg. Lift the
Grill Assembly. from the Base Frame, set it to
the side then raise the Frame upright,as seen
in Figure 6.
Place the Grill Base on the Leg Frame with the
Regulator on the same side as the wheels.
Hook the underside of the Grill Base to the
Frame with the Hook Bracket, then press down
evenly and firmly on the Base until the Spring
Lock 'snaps' into place. See Figure 7. Make sure
the Grill Base is secure. Place the Grill Plate,
Side Trays and Drip Tray in position. Attach the
Propane Cylinder as instructed in 'Attaching
Propane Gas Cylinder'. The Grill is ready for use.
Make sure the Drip Tray is in proper position,
and remember that the Grill should always be
operated with the Regulator on the left and the
Drip Tray in the rear.
NOTE: If the Lid is to be removed temporarily it
can be placed on the Base Frame as shown in
Figure 6.
CAUTION: Never use the Frame as a chair.
Never load anything on the frame except the
Grill. Never load over 6 1/2 lbs. (3kg) on each
Side Tray. It is advisable that two persons
assemble the grill.
Figure 6
Figure 5
Hook
Bracket
Spring Lock
Figure 7
'Slot'
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Attaching Propane Gas Cylinder
Turn the Temperature Control Knob to the
LOCK/OFF Position. Push the one pound
propane cylinder slightly into the valve
while turning counterclockwise until a snug
fit is obtained.
Testing for Leaks
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
•Test all gas connections for leaks before
using your propane grill.
•Test for leaks every time you connect
the gas supply.
•Do not smoke while checking for leaks.
•DANGER - Do not use an open flame to
check for gas leaks. Be sure there are
no sparks or open flames in the area
while you check for leaks. This will
result in a fire or explosion which can
cause serious bodily injury or death,
and damage to property.
•Test for leaks outdoors in a well venti-
lated area.
1. Mix a couple tablespoons of liquid
detergent with an equal amount of
water. Use mild soap and water. DO
NOT USE HOUSEHOLD CLEANING
AGENTS.
2. Be sure that the Temperature Control
Knob is in the LOCK/OFF position.
3. Use a clean paint brush to brush soapy solution onto connection
between gas cylinder and Regulator orifice, and watch for bubbles.
4. If bubbles form or if a bubble grows, there is a leak. Retighten connec-
tion and repeat steps (2) and (3).
NOTE: If you cannot stop a leak, remove gas cylinder and check for dam-
aged threads, dirt and debris at the connection and gas cylinder. Also check
to see if anything is obstructing flow of gas at the connection and gas cylin-
der openings. Remove any obstruction that may be found and repeat leak
test.
Checking the Ignitor:
•The Temperature Control Knob must be in the “LOCK/OFF” position.
Press the Ignitor button rapidly. A “CLICK” should be heard and spark
seen through Flame Viewing Hole.
Propane
Cylinder
Regulator
Assembly
(P/N 21663)
Figure 8
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