George Foreman GP324SS User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Model: GP324SS
Portable Stainless Steel
Propane Grill
GEORGE FOREMAN
®
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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 (3.05 m) of this
appliance.
2. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or
vapors within 25 feet (7.62 m) of this appliance.
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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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 fol-
lowing:
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. Do not
remove Grilling Rack and Flame Diffuser/Drip Tray from Grill Body
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 flam-
mable 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 over-
head 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 vehi-
cles and/or boats.
7. The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the con-
sumer’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, cover the cooking grid imme-
diately and turn off the grill burner and gas supply. Do not attempt to move the
grill.
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 Temperature Control Knob is in the LOCK/OFF position when
placing the Flame Diffuser/Drip Tray and Grilling Rack 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 open 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.
23. IMPORTANT: Do not use the Grill unless it is COMPLETELYassembled and all
parts are securely fastened and tightened.
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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/NFPA
54, 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, immediate-
ly call your gas supplier or your fire department.
•Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicin-
ity 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.
•Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or near this appliance. If the
instructions are not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may
occur.
•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.
CGA No. 600
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Getting To Know Your GP324SS Portable
Stainless Steel Propane Grill
1Grilling Rack (P/N 22522)
2. Flame Diffuser/Drip Tray
(P/N 22523)
3. Handle (P/N 22524)
4. Lid
5. Warming Rack Assembly
(P/N 22525)
6. Flame Diffuser Support
7. Grilling Rack Support
8. Grill Body
9. Ignitor Assembly
10. Flame Viewing Hole
11. Match Holder (P/N 21656)
12. Burner Assembly
13. Folding Leg
14. Venturi Tube
15. Temperature Control Knob
16. Regulator Assembly (P/N 22526)
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Take-It and Grill-It Positions
The GP324SS Portable Propane Grill is compact enough to transport to any
grilling location. Take-It from storage to patio, to a picnic in the park, or off
on a camping trip. The portable Propane Grill easily transforms from the
Take-It to the Grill-It position.
Storage and Transport
In this position the Grill is compact
enough for space saving storage
and easy carrying. Both Grill Legs
fold neatly and securely around the
Grill Body and the Regulator
Assembly can be stored within the
Grill.
Preparation For Grilling
Place the Grill on a flat, stable sur-
face. Pull the Legs out on each
side and swing them down until
locked in place.
Attach the Regulator and the
propane cylinder. See Attaching
Propane Gas Cylinder and Before
First Use for details. Make sure the
Flame Diffuser is in place, the
Grilling Rack is in place above the
Flame Diffuser and the propane
cylinder is properly attached and
positioned, as shown.
The Grill is ready for
use.
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Proper Position
of Propane Tank
Temperature
Control Knob
Regulator
Propane
Tank
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Before First Use
1. Remove the grill and any packaging materials from the shipping carton.
2. Place the Grill on a flat, level surface.
3. Pull out the front Leg in a sideways motion then swing it down while lifting
up on the Grill. The Leg will 'snap' into place when properly positioned.
Repeat this procedure with the rear Leg. Raise the Lid and remove the
Warming Rack, the Grilling Rack and the Flame Diffuser.
4. Wash these parts in warm, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. Wipe the
Grill Body and Lid with a damp cloth to remove any dust.
5. Place the Flame Diffuser into the Grill Body above the Burner Assembly,
making sure it properly rests upon the two rear tabs and the center tab at
the front
6. Place the Grilling Rack above the Flame Diffuser, making sure it properly
rests upon the four triangular supports in each corner of the Grill Body.
7. Note that the Warming Rack has two support bars and requires some minor
assembly. The support bar located at the front of the Warming Rack has
extension legs that insert into the pivot points located in the Grill Body. The
support bar at the back of the Warming Rack has extensions that insert into
the pivot points located in the Lid. Position the Warming Rack above the
Grilling Rack and insert the two extension legs into their pivot points in the
Grill Body. Raise the Warming Rack and insert the two extensions at the
back of the Warming Rack into their pivot points in the Lid. When the Lid is
closed, the Warming Rack pivots down toward the Grilling Rack. As the Lid
opens, the Warming Rack pivots up, allowing free access to food on the
Grilling Rack.
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Warming
Rack
Extension
Leg
Pivot Point
in Lid
Pivot Point
in Grill Body
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Attaching Regulator Assembly and
Propane Gas Cylinder
1. Securely screw the Regulator Assembly
onto the Venturi Tube.
2. 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. Do not turn the
propane cylinder upside down while
attaching to the Regulator Assembly.
Testing for Leaks
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS:
•Test for leaks outdoors in a well ventilat-
ed area.
•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.
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 apply 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.
Propane
Cylinder
Regulator
Assembly
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How To Use the George Foreman®
GP324SS Propane Grill
Checking the Ignitor:
NOTE: Always open Lid before lighting your Grill.
The Temperature Control Knob must be in the “LOCK/OFF” position. Press
the Ignitor button rapidly. A “CLICK” should be heard and a spark seen
through the Flame Viewing Hole.
Lighting Burner with Ignitor:
1. Turn Temperature Control Knob counterclockwise to “OFF“, push in, and
then turn the Temperature Control knob to "HIGH".
2. To light, rapidly push the Ignitor button down until it "clicks". Use Flame
Viewing Hole to be sure all burner ports light and stay lit.
3. If Ignitor does not work, turn the Temperature Control Knob to LOCK/OFF.
Open the Lid, remove the Grilling Rack and the Flame Diffuser to allow
the gas to dissipate. Wait five minutes, then follow the match lighting
instructions below.
Lighting Burner with Matches:
1. Secure a paper match to Match Holder,
light the match with a second lit match,
and place lit match through the Flame
Viewing Hole to the nearest burner port.
2. Turn Temperature Control Knob counterclockwise to “OFF”, push in, and
then turn the Temperature Control Knob to “HIGH”.
WARNING: If burner does not light within 5 seconds, turn Temperature
Control Knob to the LOCK/OFF position. Make sure the Lid is open and
remove the Grilling Rack and Flame Diffuser to allow the gas to dissipate.
Wait 5 minutes, then try again.
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