Lynx L27F Instruction and safety manual

Installation, Care and Use
of Your Lynx Professional
Cooking Product
This manual covers the following 2006 Lynx products:
GRILL MODELS
L27 & L27F
L27R & L27FR
L30R & L3OFR
L36R & L36FR
L42R & L42FR
PROSEAR MODELS
L3OPSR& L3OPSFR
L36PSR & L36PSFR
L42PSR & L42PSFR
L54PSR & L54PSFR
L3OPOD
SIDE BURNER MODELS
LSB2PC
LSB1
LSB2
LPSGE
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
IMPROPER INSTALLATION, ADJUSTMENT, ALTERATION, SERVICE OR MAINTENANCE
CAN CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, INJURY OR DEATH. READ THIS MANUAL
THOROUGHLY BEFORE INSTALLATION, USE OR SERVICING OF THIS EQUIPMENT
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some by-products, which are on the list of substances,
which are known by the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. California law
requires businesses to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. To minimize
exposure to the substances, always operate this unit according to the use and care instructions found
in this manual. Be certain to provide adequate ventilation when cooking. California Proposition 65
lists"Silica, crystalline"which is used in one of the components of the IR burner, asan agent
known to the state of California to cause cancer.
NOTE TO INSTALLER
This manual must remain with grill. Check your local building
codes for proper method of installation. In the absence of local
codes, this unit should be installed in accordance with National
Fuel GasCode No. ANSI Z21.58D-2002 USAor CAN/CGA-B149.1/.2
Natural Gas/Propane Code.(Canada) latest edition or the National
Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA No. 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code
CGA 1.662002 or latest edition. Rev. 12-05

Important Safety Considerations
WARNING!Read this manual carefully and completely before using your grill to reduce the risk of fire, burn
hazard or other injury, and to ensure proper installation and servicing.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flames.
2. Open lid.
4. If odor continues, immediately call your gas
supplier or fire department.
AVERTISSEMENT
S'ily a une odeur de gaz:
1.Coupez I'admission de gaz de I'appariel.
2. leteindre toute flamme nue.
3.Ouvrir le couvercle.
4. Si I'odeur persiste, appeler immediatement
votre compagnie de gaz ou department des
incendies.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other flam-
mable vapors and liquids in the vicintiy 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.
AVERTISSEMENT
1. Ne pas entreposer ni utiliser de I'essence
ni d'autres vapeurs ou liquides inflammables
dans le voisinage de I'appareil, ni de tout autre
appareil.
2. Une bouteille de propane qui n'est pas
raccordee en vue de son utilisation, ne doit
pas _tre entreposee dans le voisinage de cet
appareil ou de tout autre appareil.
FOR OUTDOOR USEONLY: If stored indoors,
detach and leave L.P.cylinder outdoors.
POUR UTILISATION ,'_L'EXTCRIEURSEULEMENT:
Si I'appareil est entrepos_ _ I'interieur, enlever
les bouteilles et les laisser _ I'ext_rieur.
BEFORE LIGHTING
1. Read instructions before lighting.
2. Open lid during lighting.
3. If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn
the burner control(s) off, wait 5 minutes, and
repeat the lighting procedure.
AVANT D'ALLUMER
L'APPAREIL
1. Lisez lesinstructions avant d'allumer I'appareil.
2.Ouvrez le couvercle avant d'allumer I'appareil.
3. Si I'appareil ne s'allume pas en 5 secondes,
fermez le robinet du brOleur, attendez 5 min-
utes, et procedez de nouveau a I'allumage.
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Table of Contents
Precautions for Installation and Storage ............................................................. 2
Locating Your Grill ................................................................................. 4
Cutout Dimensions for Built-ins ..................................................................... 5
Unpacking and Assembly .......................................................................... 6
Electrical Requirements and Hook-up ............................................................... 7
Gas Requirements and Hook-up .................................................................... 8
Precautions for Using Your Grill ................................................................... I 0
LeakTesting ..................................................................................... 11
Model Indentification ............................................................................ 12
Using the Grill ................................................................................... 13
Lighting the Brass Burners ........................................................................ 14
Using the ProSear Burner or Pod .................................................................. 15
Using the Rotisserie .............................................................................. 16
Using the Smoker Box ............................................................................ 17
Cleaning the Grill ................................................................................ 18
Burner Removal and Cleaning .................................................................... 19
Troubleshooting ................................................................................. 20
How to Obtain Service ........................................................................... 21
Warranty ........................................................................................ 22
IF SHIPMENT ARRIVED DAMAGED:
1)VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE: Be certain this is noted on freight bill or express receipt and signed by
person making delivery.
2) FILE CLAIM FOR DAMAGES IMMEDIATELY, regardless of extent of damage.
3) CONCEALED LOSSOR DAMAGE: If damage is unnoticed until merchandise is unpacked, notify
transportation company or carrier immediately and file "concealed damage" claim with them.This
should be done within (15) days of date delivery is made to you. Be sure to retain container for
inspection. We cannot assume responsibility for damage or loss incurred in transit.
See page 21 for information on obtaining service or contacting Lynx.
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Precautions for Installation and Storage
I) DO NOT store or use gasoline
or other flammable vapors and
liquids in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
2) Never store additional or
empty propane cylinders in the
grill cabinet or around the grill.
Do not store propane cylinders
indoors or on their sides. Never
use dented, rusty or damaged
propane cylinders.
3) Children should not be left
alone or unattended in an area
where a grill is located. Placeyour
grill well away from areas where
children play. Do not store items
that may interest children in or
around the grill, in the cart or in
the masonry enclosure. When in
use, portions of the grill are hot
enough to cause severe burns.
4) Never move the grill when hot.
S) Always adhere to the required
clearances from combustibles as
detailed. The grill is designed for
outdoor use only. Never use in a
garage, building, shed, breeze-
way or other enclosed area.
6) Gas grills are not design cer-
tified for and are not to be
installed in or on recreational
vehicles, portable trailers, boats
or any other moving installation.
7) Have an ABC Fire Extinguisher
accessible -- never attempt to
extinguish a grease fire with
water or other liquids.
8) Store your grill in a well-ven-
tilated area. Remove the LP cyl-
inder, if so equipped, and store
it outdoors in a well-ventilated
area away from heat and away
from where children may tam-
per with it.
9) Keep any electrical supply
cord and the fuel supply hose
away from any heated surfaces.
Electrical cords should be placed
away from walkways to avoid
tripping hazard.
10) Do not repair or replace
any part of the grill unless spe-
cifically recommended in this
manual. Other service should be
performed by a qualified tech.
11) If the grill is installed by a
professional installer or techni-
cian, be sure that he shows you
where your gas supply shut-off is
located. All gas lines must have
a shut-off that is readily and eas-
ily accessible. If you smell gas,
check for gas leaks immediately.
Check only with a soap and
water solution. Never check for
gas leaks with an open flame.
SPECIAL NOTE ON USING YOUR GRILL IN WINDY CONDITIONS
As a high-performance gas ap-
pliance, your Lynx grill requires
significant amounts of air to sup-
port the combustion process.
Your grill has been engineered
to take air in through the control
panel area, and exhaust the com-
bustion byproducts out through
the gap between the front and
rear hoods (see figure 2 at right).
Using your grill in windy condi-
tions can disrupt the proper flow
of air through your grill, lead-
ing to reduced performance, or
in certain severe cases, causing
heat buildup in the control panel
area. This can lead to problems
such as having the control knobs
melt, or burn hazards when the
control panel surfaces become
too hot to touch.
During high wind conditions, it
is best if you don't use your grill.
If you live in an area that is sub-
ject to frequent high winds, or a
steady directional wind, then the
installation of a suitable wind-
break may be advised.
If you have a freestanding grill,
it is best to position the unit so
the prevailing wind blows into
the front control panel, thus
supporting the proper airflow.
Winds hitting the back of the
grill directly are the most likely to
cause problems, although wind
blowing along the hood gap can
also be problematic.
Please note that damage to your
grill resulting from use in windy
conditions, such asmelted knobs
or igniter wires, or control panel
discoloration from heat build-
up, are excluded from warranty
coverage.
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SPECIAL NOTE FOR LP USE
Never connect any unregulated
gas supply to the grill The hose
with regulator and Type 1 con
nection included with your grill
has these safety features:
•The system will not allow gas to
flow until a positive connection
has been made
•The system has a thermal ele
ment that will shutoff the flow
of gas between 115 and 150°C
(240 and 300°F)
• The system has a flow limiting
device which, when activated,
will restrict the flow of gas to 10
cubic feet per hour
NOTE: The cylinder control valve
must be turned off before any
connection ismade or removed.
NEVER USE GRILL WITHOUT
FIRST LEAK TESTING THIS
CONNECTION, FOLLOWING
THE PROCEDURE ON PAGE 11.
Should the large, black, ther
mally sensitive coupling nut be
exposed to temperatures above
115 150°C, it will soften, allow
ing the regulator probe to dis
engage from the cylinder valve,
thereby shutting off the flow of
gas Should this occur, do not
attempt to reconnect the nut
Remove the entire regulator as
sembly and replace it with a new
one The cause of the excessive
heat should be determined and
corrected before operating your
grill again The regulator probe
also contains a flowsensing el
ement, which will limit the flow
of gas to the regulator to a man
ageable amount in the event of
a hose or regulator rupture If it
is evident that the flow control
device has activated, the cause
of the excess flow should be de
termined and corrected before
using your grill again
NOTE: Improper lighting proce-
dures can cause the flow control
to activate, resulting in reduced
heat output. If this is suspected,
to reset flow control, shut off
all burner controls and cylinder
valve, wait 30 seconds, then
turn cylinder valve on extremely
slowly, wait five (5) seconds and
turn burner valve on to light
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F
Figure 3-1 -Theincluded hose
and regulator must be used if
your grill isset-up for LP Gas.
Wind hitting the grill
while in use, especially
winds blowing into
or across this hood
gapl CaB cause poor
performanceand in
some casescancause
the control panel to
get dangerously hot.
Figu re :3-2 - Steady or gusty winds can prevent the normal exhaust of hot gases. Locate your grill
away from prevailing winds and avoid grilling in windy conditions. If needed, install a windbreak.
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Locating Your Grill
When selecting a suitable loca-
tion, take into account concerns
such as exposure to wind and
traffic paths. Try to keep all gas
supply lines as short as possible.
Never locate the grill in a build-
ing, garage, shed or other such
enclosed area. A carpenter's
"spirit level" should be used to
assure that the unit is level both
front-to-back and side-to-side.
If it is not level, burner combus-
tion may be erratic or the unit
may not function efficiently. If
the floor is uneven or has a de-
cided slope, re-leveling may be
required after each moving of a
freestanding unit.
BUILT-IN INSTALLATIONS:
The LYNXBuilt-In Grill is designed
for easy installation into mason-
ry enclosures. For non-combus-
tible applications, the grill drops
into the opening shown in the
cutout detail drawing and hangs
from its counter-top trim. A deck
is not required to support it from
the bottom. When using the in-
sulated jacket in a combustible
enclosure, the jacket must be
supported from the bottom by a
ledge on each side or a full deck
beneath the jacket. Review the
detailed drawing and pay spe-
cial attention to the provisions
shown for gas line hook-up. It is
recommended that the enclo-
sure have ventilation holes to
prevent gas build-up in the event
of a leak. The deck ledges and
counter should be flat and level.
If your grill is equipped with a ro-
tisserie, electrical service should
be provided (on the Left Side of
most models).
REARHOOD CLEARANCE:
Clearance is required behind the
grill to allow the front hood to
open (see figure 4-1). 27" and 36"
models require a minimum of 2"
clearance, while 30", 42" and 54"
models require a minimum of
4" clearance. The grill exhausts
combustion products and cook-
ing greases to the back. Never lo-
cate the grill where this exhaust
will be difficult to clean.
2" min. for 27"and 36" grills
4" min. for 30", 42"and 54" grills
Figure 4-1 - Required clearance
to allow opening of front hood.
CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE
CONSTRUCTION:
Minimum clearance from sides
and back of unit to adjacent
combustible construction below
top of unit are 12"from sides and
12"from back.
D_gagement minimal entre les
parois lat_rales et I'arri@re de
I'appariel et la construction com-
bustible au-dessous du panneau
sup_rieur de I'appareil (30 cm
partir des parois lat_rales et 30 cm
partir de I'arri_re).
Minimum horizontal clearance
from sides and back of unit to
adjacent vertical combustible
construction extending above
top of unit is 12" from sides and
12"from back.
D_gagement horizontal minimal
entre lesparois lat_rales et I'arri_re
de I'appariel et la construction
verticale combustible au-dessus
de I'appareil (30 cm _partir des
parois lat_rales et 30 cm _partir
de I'arri_re).
Do not use this appliance under
overhead combustible surfaces.
Ne pas utiliser cet appareil sous
une surface combustible.
A minimum of 6" of clearance is
needed on each side of the grill
for the motor and skewer.
If the grill is to be placed into a
combustible enclosure, an ap-
proved insulated jacket is neces-
sary and is available from your
LYNX dealer. Use only a LYNX in-
sulated jacket as it has been de-
signed and tested specifically for
your Grill. Refer to next page for
cutout dimensions.
WARNING
Installing this product
into a combustible en-
closure without an insu-
lated jacket could result
in fire, property damage
and personal injury.
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Cutout Dimensions for Built-ins
*CocktailPro should have an
open bottom for plumbbg
and drain access.
35 1/2"
max,
Warming Drawer/
Convenience Center
12" min.
B
Cocktail Pro*
Grill
19"
Access
Doors
0 or 2" square holes
for manifold connection
or bottom access) /8" for L36 models
1 1/8" min. for model LUDE
1/2" min. for model LUDXL
Burner
rain.
Countertop Notch Detail
IIIIIIIIIIIII
Depth equals
_ countertop
¢ overhang L
13,16,orGri,,eY--_
I--I 7/16" for Complementary Products
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Model
L27
L30
L36
L42
L54
L30PSP
A B C
26 22
29 24 1/2
35 22
41 24 1/2
53 24 1/2
29 24 1/2
D E F G
Note: Insulated jacket required for all grills installed
into a combustible enclosure. See detail below. Model A B D E F G
_rtll_ IlI_1@_ l]_l_l['_J
Model a b c d e f
LIJ27 33 5 24 4 1/2 3 11 5/8
LIJ30 36 5 26 1/2 4 1/2 3 11 5/8
LIJ36 42 5 24 4 1/2 3 11 5/8
LIJ42 48 5 26 1/2 4 1/2 3 11 5/8
LIJ54 60 5 26 1/2 4 1/2 3 11 5/8 _J__l [_lll_fl
LDR18
LDR21
LDR27
LDR30
LDR36
LDR42
LSB1 12 1/8
LSB2 12 1/8
LSB2PC 24 1/4
LPSGE 12 1/8
_I_ID_
LUDE
LUDXL
L30WD
L42CC
CS30
22 1/2
22 1/2
22 1/2
22 1/2
24
24 I/4
20 I/2
24 I/2
22 3/4
161/4
191/4
25 1/4
28 1/4
34 1/4
40 1/4
12 I/8 19 1/4
17 1/4 189/16
28 I/2 10
40 1/4 19 3/8
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Unpacking and Assembly
Your grill arrives nearly ready to
use and requires little assem-
bly. By carefully following these
steps, you will be assured of safe
initial operation.
1) Cut the main strap holding
the grill to the pallet. With as-
sistance, remove grill from pallet
and place into desired location.
2) Carefully cut the cable ties
securing the warming rack and
rotisserie spit (if equipped). Re-
move these parts and set aside.
3) Remove the grill racks, then
remove any loose items from the
firebox, including the rotisserie
motor and L.P.hose.
4) Carefully remove the bri-
quette trays by lifting the front
of the tray and sliding it towards
the front of the grill.
S) Inspect briquette trays for
loose or missing briquettes. If
found, follow procedure at right
to reinstall.
6) Cut and remove wire and/or
cable ties from burners. ProSear
burners may be secured from
the bottom side. Remove styro-
foam block from under ProSear
burner cover.
7) Re-install briquette trays by
reversing procedure from step 4.
8) Re-install grill racks.
You are now ready to proceed
with the utility connections.
TO REPLACE BRIQUETTES
The special Lynx ceramic bri-
quettes are secured to the trays
with stainless steel clips. To in-
sert a briquette into the tray, it
is necessary to remove the clip
from one side of the empty slot.
This is done by bending the re-
taining tabs for the clip located
on the back side of the briquette
tray as shown below.
Cut and
remove cable
ties holding
rotis spit.
Removeall
wire ties and
burners,
Figure 6-1 -Identification ofitems needing to be removed and/or assembled prior to use.
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Electrical Requirements & Hook-up
WARNING
Electrical Grounding
Instructions:
This outdoor gas cooking appli-
ance is equipped with a three-
prong (grounding) plug for your
protection against shock hazard
and should be plugged directly
into a properly grounded three-
prong outlet. Do not cut or remove
the third prong from this plug.
AVERTISSEMENT
Instruction pour la mise _la
terre electrique:
Cet appareil est muni d'une fiche
trois broches (mise _la terre)
afin de vous prot_ger des chocs
et doit _tre branch_ directement
dans une prise de courant _trois
broches ad_quatement mise _la
terre. II ne faut pas couper ou en-
lever la broche de mise _la terre
de cette fiche.
CONNECTION TO AC
Installation should include an
outdoor 120VAC 15A GFI electri-
cal outlet located adjacent to the
grill. A qualified electrician can
install a GFI outlet either inside
the island enclosure for built-in
units, or near the normal location
of use for freestanding units. The
GFI plug has an internal breaker
which reduces shock hazard.
For freestanding grills, simply
plug the electrical cord into a
GFI plug. For built-in units, the
supplied 12V transformer must
be connected to the grill during
installation (see Fig. 7-1). Once
connected to the grill, the power
cord may be plugged into a GFI
outlet. If the electrical system
fails to operate, a connection
may have come loose in ship-
ping. See the Troubleshooting
section for more details.
BATTERY INSTALLATION
Your grill includes a standard 9v
battery that provides backup
power for the electronic ignition
system. To install or replace the
battery, follow this procedure:
1) Locate the battery compart-
ment on the left side of the con-
trol panel (see figure 7-2).
2) Disengage the battery com-
partment by pushing the battery
cover in the direction indicated
by the arrow on the cover.
3) The battery compartment will
disengage and protrude so that
you may pull and remove the
battery and compartment.
4) Insert and/or replace a new
9-volt battery into the battery
compartment.
S) Insert the battery compart-
ment back into the grill and gen-
tly push with your index finger
until it engages.
Figure 7-2 - Locating battery
compartment on left side of grilL
Figure 7-1 -Transformer connection point on left rear grill frame.
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Gas Requirements Hook-up
Your grill is setup to use either
propane (LP)or natural gas (NAT).
It is very important that the
grill rating plate matches
with your gas supply.
The rating plate is located in one
or more of the following places:
•under the drip tray
• on the heat shield behind the
front panel
• on the inside left cabinet wall
(most freestanding grills)
Do not attempt to operate the
grill on any gas other than what
the grill is orificed for and what
the regulator is set for. Should
you need to convert your grill
for use with a different gas type,
a conversion kit, available from
your dealer, is required.
Never connect an unregu-
lated gas line to the grill.
so asto calculate what size diam-
eter pipe is needed, for the total
length of pipe from the gas main
(at house) to grill hook-up. If the
gas line is too small, the grill will
not function properly. In no case
should pipe less than 3/4" dia. be
used to connect this product.
An installer-supplied gas
shut-off valve must be in-
stalled in an easily acces-
sible location. All install-
er-supplied parts must
conform to local codes
with the National Electrical
Code, ANSI/NFPA 70-1990
and the National Fuel Gas
Code, ANSI Z21.58D-2002.
The appliance and its individual
shut off valve must be discon-
nected from the gas supply
piping system during any pres-
sure testing of that system at
test pressures above 1/2" PSIG
(3.SKPA). The appliance must
be isolated from the gas supply
piping system by closing its in-
dividual manual shut off during
any pressure testing. Do not ap-
ply threading compound to the
first two pipe threads as to avoid
clogging of the burner valves
and orifice. Do not put sealant
on any male end of flare fittings.
For built-in installations, it is rec-
ommended that anyflexible pipe
used be kept as short as possi-
ble. For freestanding units using
natural gas, it is strongly recom-
mended that a quick disconnect
kit from Lynx be installed. This
kit, part #LQD, is available from
your dealer.
NATURAL GAS
The installation of the grill must
conform with local codes or, in
the absence of local codes, to
the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI
Z21.58D-2002 or latest edition. If
installed in Canada, installation
must be in accordance with Gas
Code CAN /CGA-B149.1/.2 and
local codes.
The gas supply line must be
sized to accommodate all the
gas-fired equipment that may
be connected to that supply,
i.e. total BTU output to be con-
sumed, needs to be determined
Fittingsshown below arefor a
typicd installation and are not
supplied with the grill.As each
installation may require differ-
ent plumbing, Lynxrecoznlnends
that this step be performed by
a qualified technician.
Male to 3/4" Female elbow
NPT
to 3/4" flare
fitting
Incoming natural
as supply pipe
Convertible Regulator --
supplied with grill
(Gas type conversion
requires conversion kit -
contact dealer for details) J
3/4" Min. Dia.
flexible connector
Figu re 8-1 - Typical attachment for using natural gas.
Ghut-off valve
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L.P. GAS
Grills orificed for use with L.P.gas
come equipped with an LP hose/
regulator assembly for connec-
tion to a standard 20 lb. L.P.cyl-
inder (Type 1).All fttings neces-
sary to attach the hose/regulator
to the grill are included. The L.P.
tank is not included. Operating
pressure: 10.0"W.C.
L.P.Tank Requirements
A dented or rusty L.P.tank may
be hazardous and should be
checked by your L.R supplier.
Never use a cylinder with a dam-
aged valve. Always check for
leaks after every L.Rtank change
(see page 11).
The L.R gas cylinder must be
constructed and marked in ac-
cordance with the specifications
for L.R gas cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation
(DOT) and designed for use with
a Type 1 system only. Do not
change the regulator/hose as-
sembly from that supplied with
the unit or attempt to use a
5LP-A equipped regulator/hose
assembly with a standard 510
POL tank/valve assembly. The
cylinder must be provided with
a shut off valve terminating in
an L.R gas supply cylinder valve
outlet specified, as applicable,
for connection Type 1.
Cylinders must be stored
outdoors in a well-ventilat-
ed area out of the reach of
children. If the appliance
is stored indoors, the L.R
cylinder must be removed
from the appliance, and
stored outside.
Turn off LP-gas supply at cylinder
when appliance is not in use.
Fermez I'alimentation en GPL
la bouteille si I'appareil ne fonc-
donne pas.
The LP-gas supply cylinder must
be disconnected when this ap-
pliance is not in use.
La bouteille de GPL doit _tre d_-
connect_e si cet appareil ne fonc-
donne pas.
Your local L.P. filling station
should be equipped with the
proper equipment to fill your
tank. If trading your tank in,
always ensure to obtain only
Type 1 201b cylinders with an
overfill protection device.
L.P.Connections
Connect the 3/8"flare end of the
L.R hose to the brass adapter on
the manifold (as shown in fig-
ure 9-1). Connect the Regulator
to the tank (with the tank valve
fully closed). Although the flow
of gas is stopped when the Type
1 system is disconnected, you
should always turn the L.R tank
main valve off after each use
and during transport of the tank
or unit. Insert the regulator inlet
into the tank valve and turn the
black coupler clockwise until the
coupler is tight. Do not over-
tighten the coupler.
To disconnect the coupler, first
make sure the main tank valve
is turned off. Grasp the coupler
and turn counter clockwise. The
inlet will then disengage.
Gas Line Purging
To purge the L.P.gas line, make
sure all controls are in the OFF
position. Turn the main tank
valve on SLOWLY and turn one
burner control valve on the unit
to the "light" position (DO NOT
LITE GRILL). Leave control ON for
about 20 seconds to allow the
air in the system to purge. Wait
5 minutes before attempting to
light the burners.
Do not attempt lighting the grill
within 5 minutes after purging!
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3/8"
flare fitting
pre-installed
on grill
20 lb. Type 1 L.R tank
1Figure 9-1 -Typical attachment to L.P.tank.
hose/regulator
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Precautions for Using Your Grill
READ THIS MANUAL CARE-
FULLY AND COMPLETELY
BEFORE USINGYOURGRILL
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF
FIRE, BURN HAZARD OR
OTHER INJURY.
Safety Precautions
1) NEVER LEAVE THE GRILL UN-
ATTENDED WHILE COOKING.
2) Avoid wearing loose-fitting
garments or long sleeves while
using the grill. Never touch the
grill racks, hood or immediate
surrounding metal surfaces with
your bare hands as these areas
become extremely hot during
use and could cause burns.
3) Use an insulated glove or mitt
when opening and operating
the grill. Open grill lid slowly to
allow heat and smoke to escape
before fully opening.
4) Never lean over hot grill sur-
face or look directly into the grill
when attempting to light. The
grill hood must be fully opened
when lighting.
5) Do not heat unopened food
containers as pressure build-up
may cause container to burst.
6) Do not use aluminum foil to
line grill racks or drip pans. This
will alter combustion airflow or
trap excessive heat in the control
area. This can result in melted
knobs and ignition modules.
These damages are specifically
excluded from your warranty.
7) Never use charcoal in the grill.
8) Never operate the grill in a
windy area. If windy conditions
exist, install a suitable windbreak
(see page 2 for details).
9) Be aware that cooking exces-
sively fatty meats and other such
products will cause flareups. In-
ternal fires or damage caused by
flare-ups or the grill being left
unattended while cooking, are
not the responsibility of LYNX
and any resulting damage is not
covered under the terms and
conditions of our warranty.
10) Never grill without the drip
pan in place. The drip pan must
be pushed all the way to the back
of the grill. Without the drip pan
in place, hot grease could leak
downward and produce a fire or
explosion hazard.
11) Grease is extremely flam-
mable. Let hot grease cool down
before attempting to handle
or dispose of it. The drip tray
should be cleaned of grease on
a regular basis.
12) Do not use the grill until a
leak check has been performed
(see page 11).
13) Do not operate grill under
the influence of alcohol or drugs.
14) If equipped, never place
more than 30 pounds on a side
shelf. Do not lean on shelves.
15) If any burner does not light
or goes out during operation,
turn off all gas control knobs
with hood open and wait five (5)
minutes before attempting to
re-light.
16) Prior to using grill ensure
that all tie down wires have been
removed from burners.
WARNING
Spiders and insects can
nest in the burners of
this or any other grill,
and cause gas to flow
from the front of the
burner. This is a very
dangerous condition
which can cause afire to
occur behind the valve
panel, thereby damag-
ing the grill and making
it unsafe to operate.
If your grill has been
stored or unused for a
prolonged period, it is
recommended that the
burners be removed, in-
spected, and cleaned if
needed according to the
instructions on page 19.
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Lea k Testing
To Perform Leak Test
1) Create a soapy solution of
equal parts mild dishwashing
detergent and water.
2) Confirm that all control knobs
are in the off position.
3) Turn on fuel supply. For natu-
ral gas, turn valve handle 1/4turn
to align with gas flow. For L.P.,
turn cylinder valve knob counter
clockwise one full rotation.
4) Apply soap solution gener-
ously by paint brush or squirt
bottle on all connections and
fittings, as indicated in figures 1
and 2.
5) If "growing" bubbles appear
on any of the connection points,
then you have detected a gas
leak. IMMEDIATELY turn off the
gas supply by reversing step 3.
Fixing a Gas Leak
1) After shutting off gas sup-
ply, push in and turn on control
knobs to release pressure, then
turn the knobs back to off.
2) Wash off soapy solution with
cold water and towel dry.
3) Stop a leak by tightening
the loose joint, or by replacing
the faulty part with a replace-
ment part recommended by the
manufacturer. DO NOT attempt
to repair the L.P.cylinder valve if
it should become damaged; the
cylinder MUST BE REPLACED.
4) Perform a new leak test to en-
sure that no leaks are present.
CAUTION -DANGER
To prevent fire or explosion hazard, DO NOT use or
permit sources of ignition in the area while perform-
ing a leak test. Perform leak test outdoors only. Never
perform a leak test with fire or flame. DO NOT SMOKE
WHILE PERFORMING THE LEAK TEST!
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Figu re 11-1-Leak testing points when using natural gas.
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Figu re 11-2 -Leak testing points when using L.P.gas.
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Model Identification
54" Professional
Light Rotis Grill
Switch Grill Grill ProSear Rotis
42" Professional 30" Professional
Light Rotis Grill Grill
Switch Grill
(opt. ProSear) Light Rotis Grill Grill Switch (opt. ProSear)
36" Professional
Light Rotis Grill Grill Grill
Switch (opt. ProSear)
27" Professional
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Light Rotis Grill Grill
Switch (opt.)
BURNER TYPE IDENTIFICATION
Depending on the model, your Lynx grill may be equipped with up to three different burner types, The
operation of each burner type varies, so it is important to familiarize yourself with all three,
Brass -This is the standard
main gril! burner found under
the briquette trays
ProSear - This is a high
intesnity infrared burner that
is optional on most models.
Rotis- This isan infrared
burner found in the rear of
the grill above the grill racks.
J2 @LyNx

Using the Grill
Grilling requires high heat for
searing and proper browning.
Most foods are cooked at the
"HI" heat setting for the entire
cooking time (with the lid open).
However, when grilling large
pieces of meat or poultry, it may
be necessary to turn the heat to
a lower setting after the initial
browning. This cooks the food
through without burning the
outside. Foods cooked for a long
time or foods basted with a sug-
ary marinade may need a lower
heat setting near the end of the
cooking time.
HOW TO SEAR
Searing locks in flavor and juices
while allowing the outer surface
to absorb smoke and food aro-
ma that is produced as grease
and drippings are vaporized by
the burner. The result is a crisp,
flavorful outside with a tender,
juicy inside. While the brass
burners in your grill are capable
of producing searing heat, the
ProSear infrared burner is specif-
ically designed for this purpose.
1) Properly pre-heat the grill by
following the lighting instruc-
tions on pages 14-15.
2) Leaving the burners set to "HI",
place food on grill grids for 2-3
minutes per side, or until food is
easily turned without sticking.
3) Adjust the burners to a lower
setting and continue cooking un-
til desired doneness is reached,
turning the food as needed.
INDIRECT COOKING
Indirect cooking is achieved by
placing the food only on one side
of the grill. Leave the burner be-
low the food "OFF" and an adja-
cent grill burner on "HI". Keep the
hood closed as much as possible
and regulate the heat with the
burner control, monitoring inter-
nal temperature with the hood
thermometer (if equipped).
1) Properly pre-heat the grill by
following the lighting instruc-
tions on pages 14-15.
2) Once grill has been preheated,
turn off any burners not required
for cooking. The lid should be
closed as much as possible while
using the indirect method.
3) Place the food on the grill and
cook to the desired doneness.
Adjust heat setting as required
to maintain desired temperature.
WARNING
Never place food over
a ProSear burner that
is not lit and pre-heat-
ed. Food particles and
grease dripping onto a
cold ProSear burner can
clog ports and damage
the ceramic burner. This
damage is not covered
by your warranty.
PRE-GRILLING CHECKLIST
Before lighting the grill, perform the following checks to ensure safe operation:
[] Specified clearances maintained to combustibles?
[] All internal packaging removed?
[] Knobsturn freely?
[] Pressure regulator connected to proper gas type?
[] Unit is leak tested and free of leaks?
[] User informed of gas supply shut off valve location?
[] Burners are sitting properly on orifices?
[] Wind is not blowing too strongly and/or hitting back of grill?
Once these checks are complete, you are ready to begin using your grill.
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Lighting the Brass Burners
WARNING
Never attempt to light
grill if odor of gas is pres-
ent. Hood must be open
when lighting. Keep face
and body as far from
grill as possible when
lighting. Always wait at
least 5 minutes before
attempting to relight a
hot burner.
Before proceeding, make sure
you have completed the check-
list on the previous page. These
checks should be performed be-
fore each use of the grill.
Follow these steps to light the
main brass grill burners:
1) Open hood completely. Do
not attempt to light grill with the
hood closed.
2) Check to ensure that all burn-
er control knobs are set to OFF.
Test ignition system by pressing
control knob in and listening
for clicking sound of igniter. If
no sound occurs, proceed with
troubleshooting or match-light
the burner.
3) Turn on main gas supply.
Purge if needed (see page 9).
4) Push in and turn burner con-
trol knob to LITE. Hold knob in
for 5 seconds.
S) If burner does not light, turn
knob to OFF, wait 5 minutes to
allow gas to dissipate, and re-
peat step 4 above.
PREHEATING THE GRILL
Before cooking, always preheat
the grill for best results. To pre-
heat the grill, light all main burn-
ers and set to HIGH. Close the
grill hood and allow to preheat
for 10-15 minutes, or until the
temperature reaches 450°F.
After preheating, turn off all
burners not required, carefully
open the hood, and adjust re-
maining burners to desired
cooking temperature.
DO NOT LEAVE THE GRILL
UNATTENDED DURING
THE PREHEAT CYCLE OR AT
ANYTIMEWHILETHEGRILL
IS IN USE. DO NOT ALLOW
GRILL TO PREHEAT FOR
PROLONGED PERIODS OF
TIME. OVERHEATING THE
GRILL CAN CAUSE DAM-
AGE TO THE GRILL AND
PERSONAL PROPERTY.
MATCH LIGHTING
If burners will not light after sev-
eral attempts, the burners can be
match lit. If you've just attempt-
ed to light the burner with the
igniter, allow 5 minutes for any
accumulated gas to dissipate.
Make sure all knobs are in the
OFF position. Keep your face as
far away from the grill aspossible.
With the hood open, pass the al-
ternate lighting rod with a lit pa-
per match installed to the ports
of the burner. Push and turn the
corresponding control knob of
the burner to LITE. If the burner
does not light in 4 seconds, turn
the knob off and wait 5 minutes
before attempting again.
LOW HEAT ADJUSTMENT
The valves on the grill feature
an adjustable low setting. Due
to fluctuations in gas pressure,
heating value or gas conversion,
you may feel it necessary to ad-
just gas flow in the low position.
Do not adjust the infra-red rotis
or ProSear burners.
1) Light the burner.
2) Turn the control knob to the
lowest setting (all the way coun-
ter-clockwise).
3) Remove the knob.
4) While holding the valve shaft
with pliers, insert a thin flat
tipped screwdriver into the shaft
and while viewing the burner,
adjust to a minimum stable
flame (see figure 14-1).
knob
Figure 14-1 -Adjusting
brass burner low heat setting.
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Using the ProSear Burner or Pod
The ProSear burner has some
special components and warn-
ings specific to its design. Be sure
to read this section completely
before using your ProSear.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1) Do not light the grill until you
have carefully read and under-
stand the lighting instructions.
2) Ensure that burner ties and
packing materials are removed
before lighting the burners.
3) Special care should be ex-
ercised to avoid dropping any
liquids on the hot burners when
cleaning the cooking grids.
4) The cooking grids are heavy.
Extra caution must be used
when removing or replacing
the cooking grids. The tiles
within the IR burner(s) will be
permanently damaged ifa cook-
ing grid or other object comes
into contact with them. Such
damage is not covered by the
product warranty and may cause
a fire, burns or other injury.
WARNING
Do not allow water to
spill on the IR burners.
Never allow water to
contact the hot burn-
ers. Never use water to
control flare-ups. Water
contact will damage the
burners and is not cov-
ered by the warranty.
LIGHTING THE PROSEAR
1) Open hood completely. Do
not attempt to light grill with the
hood closed.
2) Check to ensure that all burn-
er control knobs are set to OFF.
Test ignition system by pressing
control knob in and listening
for clicking sound of igniter. If
no sound occurs, proceed with
troubleshooting or match-light
the burner (see previous page).
3) Turn on main gas supply.
Purge if needed (see page 9).
4) Push in and turn burner con-
trol knob to LITE. Hold knob in
for 5 seconds.
5) If burner does not light, turn
knob to OFF, wait 5 minutes to
allow gas to dissipate, and re-
peat step 4 above.
The ProSear burner is ready to
use when it glows red, usually 2-
3 minutes after lighting.
PROSEAR IR SIDE BURNER
& POD ONLY
For installation and hook-up, re-
fer to the manual supplied with
the unit. Follow these instruc-
tions for use.
Allow unit to cool completely
before grasping handle to lower
lid. Handle may be hot.
In windy conditions, remove the
lid from the unit by releasing
latch at rear and sliding out of
remaining hinge pin.
Keep lid closed when not in use.
BURNER CLEANING
After each use, it is impor-
tant to operate the ProSear
burners on "HI" with the
hood open to burn away
any food particles or drip-
pings. Operate the burners
on "HI" for 5 minutes.
Some ash may accumulate on
the burner surface over time.
Ocassionly, you should brush,
blow or vacuum this debris from
the surface of the burner. Only
perform this operation when the
burners are completely cool.
Every 3 to 6 months, inspect the
burner venturi (inlet) to ensure
there are no obstructions. If any
obstructions can be seen, then
follow the burner cleaning pro-
cedure on page 19.
COLD WEATH ER
WARNING
FOR L.P. UNITS
If lighting the main IR
burners in extremely
cold conditions, there
may be a possibility of
'burn back'. Once lit,
if you hear a 'whoosh-
ing' sound, immediately
turn the burner knob off
to extinguish the flame.
Wait several minutes
before attempting to re-
light the burner.
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Using the Rotisserie
The rotisserie system consists of
three main parts - the motor, the
skewer which holds the food,
and the infrared rotis burner. The
rotisserie evenly cooks large cuts
of meat by turning them contin-
uously in front of a high-intensi-
ty burner. The rotis is capable of
turning up to a 25 lb. cut of meat.
THE MOTOR
The rotisserie motor runs on 12
volt DC power that is supplied
by the grill. To power the motor,
plug the "L" shaped jack of the
power cord into the motor, and
plug the other end into the jack
provided on the left side of the
grill (see figure 16-1). This hook-
up allows for simple installation
and removal of the motor for
storage when not in use.
Figure 16-1 - Rotis motor
powerjack located on grill
NOTE: The grill must be con-
nected to 115 volt AC power as
described on page 7 for the rotis
motor to function.
Install the motor onto the grill by
sliding it onto the bracket locat-
ed on the left side of the grill.
THE SKEWER
To load the skewer, slide one of
the meat holders onto the skew-
er. Push the skewer through the
center of the food, then slide the
second meat holder onto the
skewer. Center the food to be
cooked on the skewer then push
the meat holders firmly together.
Tighten the thumb screws (use
pliers if necessary). It may also be
necessary to wrap the food with
butchers string (never use nylon
or plastic string) to secure any
loose portions.
Remove the warming rack and,
if needed, remove the grill racks
and briquette trays to gain bet-
ter clearance. It is normal for the
skewer to flex when cooking
large foods. Place a basting pan
beneath the food for basting
and to ease cleaning.
Never operate a grill burner
with a basting pan in place.
The skewer for the rotis isassem-
bled into the motor assembly
by placing the pointed end into
the motor, and resting the short,
round end (threaded end on 27"
models) onto the support at the
opposite side of the grill. With
the skewer pushed into the mo-
tor, it should rest on the bracket.
The Lynx rotisserie features dual
positions to accomodate larger
cuts of meat or to allow slower
cooking (see figure 16-2). Any
food to be cooked should be a
minimum of 2" from the surface
of the infrared burner.
J_Rearposition -for small L
./:,?foods such as game hens
/- Frontposition - for
_,_rgercutsofmeat
Side view of grill ...............
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Figu re 16-2 -Dualposition
ro tisserie systern.
THE INFRARED BURNER
The location of the rotis burner
makes it more susceptible to
strong wind conditions (more
so than the main grill burners).
For this reason you should avoid
operating the rotis during windy
conditions. As an added safety
feature, the burner is equipped
with an automatic safety valve
which will not allow gas to flow
to the rotis burner if it is not
properly lit. To light the rotis
burner, follow this procedure:
1) Open hood completely. Do
not attempt to light grill with the
hood closed.
2) Load food onto skewer, and
install motor and skewer onto
grill in desired cooking position.
3) Check to ensure that all burn-
er control knobs are set to OFF.
Test ignition system by pressing
Rotis control knob in and listen-
ing for clicking sound of igniter.
If no sound occurs, proceed with
troubleshooting or match-light
the burner.
contmued...
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4) Turn on main gas supply.
Purge if needed (see page 9).
5) Push in and turn burner con-
trol knob to LITE. Hold knob in
for 30 to 60 seconds.
6) If burner does not light, turn
knob to OFF, wait 5 minutes to
allow gas to dissipate, and re-
peat step 5 above.
Once lit, the rotis burner should
reach cooking temperatures in
about 1 minute. The glow will
even out in about 5 minutes.
If the burner will only stay lit with
the control knob depressed, the
thermocouple position may
need to be adjusted (see figure
17-1)to ensure proper function.
To adjust, ensure that only the
last 1/4 to 1/2" of thermocouple
extends over ceramic and that it
is located close to the surface.
Figu re 17-1 - Proper rotis
thermocouple position.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO ADJUST
WHEN THE BURNER IS HOT.
MATCH LIGHTING
If the electronic ignition system
fails to light the burner, it can be
match lit according to the proce-
dure found on page 9.
Always use basting pan
under the rotisserie to
keep drippings off the
burners and briquettes.
Never operate main grill
burners with basting
pan in place. Allow to
cool completely before
removing from grill.
Using the Smoker Box B
By adding wood smoke to the
grilling process, meats and vege-
tables will have a more tradition-
al BBQ flavor. In order to use the
smoker box, remove the first set
of grill racks and set the smoker
box in the opening so that the
front and rear tabs rest on the
grill frame, and replace grill rack.
WARNING
Never use smoker box
over a ProSear burner.
Wood Chips
There are manywood chips avail-
able and selection is based on
personal taste. The most com-
mon chips used are mesquite or
hickory. Always soak the chips in
water prior to putting them into
the box. Use the High position
to start the chips smoking, then
reduce the heat to a lower level
to prevent them from drying out
and flaming. If the wood chips
do flame up, add a small amount
of water through the recessed
hole in the lid to extinguish the
flame. Use caution when adding
water to a hot box to avoid steam
burns. This tray may also be filled
with water to produce steam.
Whether smoking or steaming,
the grill should remain closed as
much as possible to maximize
the effect. During extended
roasting periods, it is normal to
add fresh wood chips and water
to the box several times. Limit
the amount of times the hood
is opened, as each opening can
add as much as 15 minutes to
the cooking time.
CAUTION: Handle the smoker
box with care. The cover be-
comes extremely hot when in
use. Use sturdy, properly insulat-
ed gloves or dry potholders.
It is recommended that a high
quality meat thermometer be
used when smoking, as cooking
times can vary greatly by cut of
meat or environmental factors.
Figure 17-2 - Smoker box
installed into grill for use.
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Cleaning the Grill
The best way to keep your grill
looking great is to use a cover,
supplied by Lynx, when the grill
is not in use. While stainless steel
is very durable, some care is
required to ensure the long life
of your grill.
STAINLESS STEEL
Your grill has a directional pol-
ished grain - any cleaning should
be carried out along this grain
and not across it.
The grill is made from non-rust-
ing and non-magnetic stainless
steel. After initial usage, areas
of the grill may discolor from
the intense heat given off by the
burners - this is normal. There
are many different stainless steel
cleaners available. Always use
the mildest cleaning procedure
first, scrubbing in the direction
of the grain. To touch up notice-
able scratches in the stainless
steel, sand very lightly (at your
own risk) with dry 100 grit emery
paper in the direction of the
grain. Specks of grease can gath-
er on the surfaces of the stainless
steel and bake on to the surface
and give the appearance of rust.
To aid removal, use a fine to
medium grit non-metallic abra-
sive pad (Scotch Brite is good) in
conjunction with a stainless steel
cleaner. Always rub in the direc-
tion of the grain.
The best maintenance for stain-
less steel is to wipe it down with
a damp cloth. This is especially
true if a swimming pool is locat-
ed near the grill, as prolonged
contact with chlorinated water
can pit the stainless steel. This
damage is not covered by your
warranty. Never use steel "Brillo"
pads or similar products as these
will leave traces of material
behind which will quickly rust
and is not a defect in the Grill.
GRILL RACKS
The easiest way to clean the grill
racks is to do so immediately
after cooking and turning off
the burners. Wearing a long BBQ
mitt to protect your hand from
steam, dip a brass bristle brush
in hot water and scrub the grill
rack. Dip the brush frequently
as the steam aids the cleaning
process. If grill is allowed to cool
before cleaning, cleaning will be
more difficult.
NEVERUSEWATERTO CLEAN THE
GRILL RACK ABOVE A PROSEAR
BURNER. LIQUID FALLING ONTO
AN UNLIT PROSEARBURNERCAN
CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE.
THE GRILL RACK ABOVE THE
PROSEARWILL NORMALLY BURN
CLEAN DURING THE 5 MINUTE
CLEANING BURN AFTER USE. IF
GRILL RACK REQUIRESFURTHER
CLEANING, ALLOW TO COOL
AND REMOVE FROM GRILL.
DRIP TRAY
The drip tray should be cleaned
after every use of the grill.
DO NOT ALLOW EXCESSGREASE
OR LIQUIDS TO ACCUMULATE
IN THE DRIP TRAY AS THIS MAY
CREATEA FIREHAZARD.
Allow the grill to cool complete-
ly, then remove the drip tray by
pulling it out from the grill until
it stops, then lifting the front
edge until the drip tray comes
free. Clean with hot soapy water
or commercial cleaning product,
rinse, dry and reinstall in grill.
NEVERUSEGRILL WITHOUT DRIP
TRAY PROPERLYINSTALLED.
BRIQU ETTE TRAYS
Although they normally burn
clean with use, it may occassion-
ally be necessary to clean the bri-
quette trays. After allowing the
grill to cool completely, remove
the grill racks, then remove the
briquette trays by lifting the
front edge and pulling toward
you. Set the trays upside-down
onto their mounting points, and
operate the grill burners on high
for 20-30 minutes to burn the
briquettes clean. If it becomes
necessary to replace any or all
the briquettes, replacements
are available from your dealer.
Replace briquettes following the
instructions on page 6.
WARNING
Always keep the area
surrounding the grill
free from all combus-
tible materials, liquids,
vapors, debris and ob-
structions. Maintain at
least 3"clearance around
grill for proper airflow.
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