Jackson Grills JGSBSEAR User manual

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Version: MAR13
OWNER’S MANUAL:
Model # JGSBSEAR Searing Burner Station
JACKSON GRILLS INC.
#106-2480 Mt. Lehman Rd.
Abbotsford, BC V4X 2N3
TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
SUPPORT: [email protected]
WEB SITE:www.jacksongrills.com
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
!WARNING!
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
appliance and immediately call your gas
supplier & fire department.
!WARNING!
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable liquids in the vicinity of this
appliance.
2. Do not store disconnected propane
tanks in the vicinity of this appliance.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Certification & Testing: 2
Safety Warnings: 3
Package Contents Checklist: 3
Searing Side Burner Part Number List: 4
Installation Instructions: (Cart Version) 4-5
Installation Instructions: (Built In Version) 6-7
Leak Testing: 7
Lighting Instructions: 7
Natural Gas Conversion: 8
Warranty: 8
CERTIFICATION & TESTING
This side burner has been tested by Labtest Certification (LC) and has been tested to ANSI Z21.58a-1198 & CGA
16a-M98, and Certified for Canada and the USA.
NOTE: The use and installation of this product must conform to local codes. In the absence of local codes, use the
National Fuel and Gas Code, ANSI A223.1, Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gasses, NFPA / ANSI 58.

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!SAFETY WARNINGS!
SAFETY FIRST:
Please read and understand all warnings and precautions prior to operating your Side Burner.
1 This accessory is for outside use only, and shall not be used in any building, garage, enclosed area or
vehicle.
2 This Side Burner is set up from the factory for use with Propane Gas (LP). (Propane Cylinder /Tank not
included)
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3 Do not use gasoline, alcohol or other volatiles for lighting purposes.
4 The Propane (LP) gas supply cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance with the
specifications for propane gas cylinders of the US Department of transport (DOT) CFR 49 or the National
Standards of Canada, CAN/CSA B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous
Goods.
5 Do not alter this accessory in any manner.
6 Do not touch any metal surfaces on this side burner until it has completely cooled to avoid burns, unless
wearing protective gear. (Pot holders, gloves, BBQ mittens, etc.)
7 It is essential to keep the valve compartment, burners, and circulating air passages clean and free of
obstructions and debris. Inspect the grill before each use.
8 Do not store any spare propane cylinders within 10 feet of this Side Burner.
9 Please note that propane (LP) is explosive under pressure, heavier than air, and settles and pools in low
areas, which can create an explosion hazard.
10 Caution: contact with propane gas can cause freeze
burns to your skin.
11 Dented and rusted propane cylinders may be
hazardous and should be checked by a propane
gas supplier, before use.
PACKAGE CONTENTS CHECKLIST:
The following parts are included in this side burner package:
1 x Searing Burner Body with Lid (attached)
1 x Stainless Steel Flex Hose
1 x Stainless Steel Cook Grid
1 x Cook Grid Support
1 x Natural Gas Orifice (for Natural Gas Conversion)
1 x Owner’s Manual
!WARNING!
Failure to follow all manufacturer’s
instructions could result in serious
bodily injury and/or property damage.

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SIDE BURNER PART NUMBER LIST:
CART MODEL INSTALLATION:
TOOLS REQUIRED:
1 X 17mm wrench
1 X 19mm wrench
STEP 1
Remove the cutting board from the right hand side shelf
(The side burner can be installed only on the right hand side
of the unit, as it will interfere with the rotisserie otherwise.)
!WARNING!
SHUT OFF FUEL before installing
this side burner assembly.
Lid With Handle: JH-000
Flex fuel Line; JF-8
Side Burner Body:
call dealer
Manifold: JF-80
Gas Valve: JF-02
Orifice: JF-001 NAT
JF-003 LP
Shoulder Bolt: JH-001
Elbow: JF-004
Knob: JK-14
Grid Support: JG-22
Cook Grid: JG-18
Bezel: JK-15
Burner: JB-14
Electrode: JF-21
Main Fuel Line: JF-83

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Bend formed rails down
slightly (if necessary)
Figure 1
Figure 2
Figure 4
Figure 3a
Figure 3b
STEP 2
Drop the Searing Side Burner assembly onto the rails that formerly supported the
Cutting Board. This may be a tight fit; if so, please bend the rails down slightly using
a pair of pliers as needed (Fig. 1). This adjustment will allow the side burner to
drop into place.
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STEP 3
Install the included Main Flex Fuel Line onto the 3/8” flared connection on the Searing burner gas manifold (Fig. 2).
(NOTE: Sealant is NOT required). Next, insert the Main Flex Fuel Line through the hole in right pedestal wall of your
Jackson Grill. Note that the hole should be factory equipped with a grommet to protect the fuel line.
Remove the Brass Cap at the fuel manifold on your Jackson cart style grill (Fig.3a, 3b), then connect the Main Flex
Fuel Line as shown (Fig. 4).

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Figure 6: Built In Cut-Out Dimensions**
INSTALLATION INTO BUILT-IN CABINET:
STEP 1
Cut/fabricate a hole in the cabinet to size as shown in Figure 6; ‘Cut Out Dimensions’ (High Lighted in Yellow).
These dimensions are the actual cut out dimensions for the built in units in non-combustible applications.
!WARNING!
SHUT OFF FUEL before installing
this side burner assembly.
Rev Feb 2012

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Figure 6
STEP 2
Install the Main Flex Fuel Line onto the 3/8” flared connection on the
Searing Side Burner manifold (Fig. 2 above). (Sealant not required).
PROPANE GRILLS: The inlet fuel line from the Propane Tank MUST
Not Exceed 11” Water Column. If in doubt, please contact a
professional Gas Fitter to check inlet pressure to your Grill.
NATURAL GAS GRILLS: The fuel line which delivers Natural Gas
from your home to the grill, must not exceed 4.5” Water Column.
(Also see Gas Conversion’. PP.7)
STEP 3
Drop Searing Side Burner into cabinet, and while doing so, route the Main Flex Fuel Line under your Jackson Built In
Grill.
STEP 4
Remove brass cap from Fuel Inlet Manifold under the built in grill (Fig. 3a pp.5). Connect Searing Burner Main Flex
Line to the built In grill manifold (Fig. 4 pp.5). Before using your grill, perform a thorough leak test as per the following
section.
LEAK TESTING:
STEP 1
Turn on Gas. (Do NOT turn on any burners).
STEP 2
Mix a solution of liquid dish soap and water (or use profession leak detector liquid).
Spray or brush thoroughly on all fuel line connections (Fig. 6). If soap bubbles are
generated at any connection, tighten the fitting and re-test. If a leak is detected
that cannot be repaired, immediately turn off the gas and contact your dealer for
further assistance.
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Turn the main gas supply ON.
2. Depress the side burner control knob down slightly and turn SLOWLY counter clock wise until the ‘click’ of
the igniter is heard. (This side burner has a built in ignition system).
3. If the side burner does NOT light, turn the control knob to the OFF position and try again.
4. Once the burner has lit, turn the control knob counter clock wise to the desired heat level.
To turn the unit off, turn the gas control clockwise to the OFF position.
TECH TIP
It is recommend that a Certified Gas
Fitter be used to install fuel lines
and other fuel related components.
!WARNING!
Check fuel pressure before operating your
Grill & Side burner. Over pressure could
cause injury and property damage,

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Figure 7
Figure 8
NATURAL GAS CONVERSION
1. Remove the Cook Grid and Cook Grid Support, then turn the Searing Side Burner upside down.
2. Using a 10mm and 12mm wrench, remove the Propane Orifice (Fig. 7).
3. Lightly coat threads of the Natural Gas Orifice with Gas Teflon Tape or Gas Fitting Pipe Dope.
4. Install Natural Gas Orifice in the Brass Elbow, at the Searing Burner (Fig. 8). Tighten as required.
5. After Natural Gas had been connected to the built-in grill, turn gas on and check all gas connections, per
‘Leak Testing’ (previous page).
TECH TIP
Do NOT over tighten the orifice,
as the threads may break off.

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Limited Warranty:
MODEL: JGSBSEAR Searing Side Burner
Jackson Grills Inc. warrants the materials and workmanship in this accessory to be free of defects for two years from
the date of purchase.
Limited Warranty Subject to the following Conditions & Limitations:
(NOTE: Shipping and Labor Charges are NOT covered)
Jackson Grills Inc. warrants its products to the
original purchaser only (NO EXCEPTIONS).
The bill of sale (proof of purchase) and serial
number will be required in order to claim
warranty from your authorized dealer.
This factory warranty is non-transferable and
may not be extended under any circumstances.
This Limited Warranty does not cover any
damage caused by misuse, lack of maintenance,
hostile environments, accident, alterations,
abuse or neglect, including scratches, dents,
corrosion, or discoloring by heat (all stainless
steel will discolor),and abrasive or chemical
damage resulting from use of harsh cleaners.
Should deterioration occur to the point of
non-performance within the duration of the
warranted coverage, a replacement will be
provided in the first year only. This warranty
extends to the repair or replacement of
warranted parts that are defective in materials
or workmanship provided that the product has
been operated in accordance with the operation
instructions and under normal conditions.
After the first year Jackson Grills Inc. reserves
the right to fully disengage all obligations with
respect to this Limited Warranty by refunding
the original warranted purchaser the original
wholesale price of the warranted parts.
Genuine Jackson parts must always be used;
use of parts supplied by other manufacturers
will nullify the warranty.
The installation must be done in accordance
with the installation procedures described in
the included owner’s manual.
Jackson Grills Inc. or its parties will not be
responsible for the installation, labor or any
other costs or expenses related to the refitting
of the warranted part, and such expenses are
not covered by this warranty.
Notwithstanding any provision contained in
this Limited Warranty, Jackson Grills Inc.
responsibility under this warranty is defined as
above and it shall not in any event extend to
any incidental, consequential, or indirect
damages.
Jackson Grills Inc. neither assumes, nor
authorizes any third party to assume, on its
behalf, any other liabilities with respect to the
sale of this product.
Jackson Grills Inc. reserves the right to inspect
any parts prior to approving warranty claim.
Jackson Grills or its representatives shall not
be liable for ANY shipping charges, labor
charges or duties.