Master Forge BG179A User manual

AB15664

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Grill Operation 1-2-3
Before Grilling:
Step 1 Keep your grill a safe distance away from your property.*
Step 2 Always perform a leak test.*
Step 3 Keep children away from the grill.
During Grilling:
(To avoid tripping safety valves, please follow these instructions carefully!)
Step 1 First open lid and turn gas tank on slowly.
Step 2 Turn only one knob on at a time when lighting the grill.
Step 3 Use protective gloves when grill gets hot.
After Grilling:
Step 1 Burn grill for 10-15 minutes to burn off food residue.
Step 2 Wait until the grill is completely cooled before closing lid.
Step 3 Clean up grease build-up and cover your grill.
* Please refer to the owner's manual for details.
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Always read and understand the WARNINGS and INSTRUCTIONS that are contained in this
manual before attempting to use this gas barbecue grill to prevent possible bodily injury or
property damage.
Always keep this manual for convenient future reference.
!WARNING
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable liquids or vapors in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
2. An LP cylinder not connected for use
should not be stored in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
DANGER
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance
2. Extinguish any open flame
3. Open lid
4. If odor continues, keep away from the
appliance and immediately call your
gas supplier or your fire department.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information…………………………………….………...….………….………….…. ………4
Package Contents…..………………..…..….……...…...................………………………………..6
Hardware Contents……………………………………………………………….……………………7
Preparation…..………………..…………………..….……………………………………………..….7
Assembly Instructions……………………..……………….………………………………………...8
Natural Gas Conversion…………………………………………….............................................11
Operation Instructions…………………………….……...…………………………....................18
Care and Maintenance……………………………….………………………………………………27
Troubleshooting …………………………………………………………………..….……………...32
Warranty………………………………………………………………………………………………..35
Exploded View……………….………………………………………………………………………..36
Replacement Parts List…….………………………………………………………………………..37

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SAFETYINFORMATION
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate
or install the product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call
customer service at 1-800-963-0211,8:00 a.m. -8:00 p.m.,EST, Monday - Friday.
1. The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local
codes, with either the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1-2015/NFPA 54-2015, or Natural Gas
and Propane Installation Code, CSA/CGA-B149.1-2015.
2. This grill is intended for use outdoors and should not be used in a building, garage or any
other enclosed or covered area.
3. This outdoor grill is not intended for installation in or on recreation vehicles and/or boats.
4. A minimum clearance of 24 inches from combustible constructions to the sides of the grill and
24 inches from the back of the grill to combustible constructions must be maintained.
This outdoor cooking gas appliance must not be placed under overhead combustible
construction.
5. The use of an electrical source requires that when installed, the grill must be electrically
grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with ANSI/NFPA 70-2011,
or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1-2015. Keep electrical supply cords and the fuel supply
hose away from heated surfaces.
6. Inspect the hoses before each use for excessive abrasion or wear, or cuts that may affect
safe operation of the grill. If there is evidence of excessive abrasion or wear, or the hose is cut,
it must be replaced prior to the grill being put into operation. The replacement hose assembly
must be those specified by the manufacturer.
7. Keep your grill in an area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other
flammable vapors and liquids.
8. DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air to this appliance.
9. Keep the ventilation openings of the tank enclosure free and clear from debris.
10. Check all gas connections for leaks with a soapy water solution and brush. Never use an
open flame to check for leaks.
11. Never use charcoal in the grill.
12. Never use the grill in windy areas.
13. Only a 20 lb. LP-gas cylinder is allowed. The cylinder must
be constructed and marked in accordance with the
Specifications for LP Gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of
Transportation (D.O.T.) or the National Standard of Canada,
CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for
Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and Commission.
A 20 lb. LP-Gas cylinder’s dimensions are:
14. Never use the grill without the drip tray installed and hung under the burner box. Without the
drip tray, hot grease and debris could leak downward and produce a fire hazard.
15. Use only the gas pressure regulator supplied with this appliance. This regulator is set for an
outlet pressure of 11.0 wc.

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SAFETYINFORMATION
16. The cylinder used must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
17. Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or near this appliance.
18. Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full.
19. If the information in “17” and “18” is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious
injury may occur.
20. The outdoor cooking gas appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by
closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply system
at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psi (3.5 KPa).
21. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: The burning of gas cooking fuel generates
some b yproducts which are on the list of substances known by the State of California to cause
cancer, reproductive harm, or other birth defects. To reduce exposure to these substances,
always operate this unit according to the use and care manual, ensuring you provide good
ventilation when cooking with gas. Handling the brass material on this product exposes you to
lead, a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
IMPORTANT: We urge you to read this manual carefully and follow the recommendations
enclosed. This will ensure you receive the most enjoyable and trouble-free operation of
your new gas grill. We also advise you retain this manual for future reference.
WARNING: Your grill has been designed to operate using only the gas specified by
the manufacturer on the rating plate. Do not attempt to operate your grill on other gases.
Failure to follow this warning could lead to a fire hazard and bodily harm and will void
your warranty.
WARNING: Make certain your LP (propane) tank is filled by a reputable propane
dealer. An incorrectly filled or an overfilled LP tank can be dangerous. The overfilled
condition combined with the warming of the LP tank (a hot summer day, tank left in the
sun, etc.) can cause LP gas to be released by the pressure relief valve on the tank since
the temperature increase causes the propane to expand. LP gas released from the tank
is flammable and can be explosive. Refer to your Owner’s Manual for more information
concerning filling your LP tank.

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A Main Body 1 E Flame Tamer 1 3
B Warming Rack 1 F Flame Tamer 2 1
C Grid 4 G Trash Bin 1
D Drip Tray 1
G

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HARDWARE CONTENTS
PREPARATION
Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with
package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not
attempt to assemble the product.
Estimated Assembly Time: 15 minutes by two people
No tools required for assembly.
AA BB
AA Battery
Qty. 1
9V Battery
Qty. 1
Orifice
Removal Tool
Qty. 1
Phillips Head
Screwdriver
Qty. 1
17 x 19 mm
Wrench
Qty. 1
Slotted
Screwdriver
Qty. 1
1.45mm
Orifice
Qty. 6
CC DD
FF GG HH
Grill Cover
Qty. 1
II
Rod Extender
Qty. 1
JJ

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Remove all the packing material
from inside and outside gill.
2. Place all three flame tamer 1s (E)
and the flame tamer 2 (F) on top of each
burner on the main body (A). Flame
tamer 2 (F) should be placed on top of
the far right burner.
3. Place the grids (C) on the main body
(A) as shown.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
7. Open the cabinet door of the main body
(A) and place a 9V battery (BB) for the
control panel light as shown.
Hardware Used
9VBattery x1
8. Your grill is now assembled.

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NATURAL GAS CONVERSION
PREPARATION:
IMPORTANT:
The 10 ft. Natural Gas Hose is NOT INCLUDED in the product.
Before beginning conversion, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package
contents. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to convert. Contact customer
service for replacement parts.
1. Turn off gas supply, and then remove cap on gas supply side.
2. Recommended: Install a shut-off valve on gas supply side before installing the socket.
3. Socket should be installed by an authorized technician in accordance with the national fuel
gas code (NFPA 54-2015/ANSI223.1-2015).
4. Before inserting plug, turn on gas supply and leak test all connections including the stem of
the shut-off valve and the opening of the socket. For best results, use an ammonia-free soap
and water solution.
OPERATING INSTRUCTION:
1. To connect, push back socket sleeve (Fig. 1).
2. Insert plug and release sleeve (Fig. 2).
3. Push plug until sleeve snaps forward (Fig. 3).
(Gas will flow automatically. Failure to connect plug
properly to socket will inhibit gas flow to the
appliance.)
4. Test connection with ammonia-free soap and water
solution.
To disconnect
1. Pull sleeve back. Pull plug out of socket. (Gas is
automatically shut off.)
2. Close shut-off valve and replace dust caps on socket
and plug. Fig. 3
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
10 ft. Natural
Gas Hose

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NATURAL GAS CONVERSION
IMPORTANT:
After your outdoor kitchen is converted to natural gas, the working pressure for natural gas is 7
in. water column (WC). Gas pressure is affected by gas line size and the length of gas line run
from house. Follow the recommendations in the chart below.
WARNING:
Place the grill on a flat, level surface.
Before the conversion, make sure all control knobs are in the OFF position, LP tank valve is
closed, and tank is disconnected from regulator and removed from grill.
From House to Grill
Distance Tubing Size
Up to 25 ft. 3/8 in. DIA
26 – 50 ft. 1/2 in. DIA
51 – 100 ft. 2/3 in. of run 3/4 in.
1/3 in. of run 1/2 in.
Over 101 ft. 3/4 in. DIA

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NATURAL GAS CONVERSION
CONVERSION INSTRUCTION:
Before the conversion, make sure all control knobs are in the OFF position, LP tank valve is
closed, and tank is disconnected from regulator and removed from grill.
9. Before the conversion, make sure all
control knobs are in the OFF position, LP
tank valve is closed, and tank is
disconnected from regulator and
removed from grill.
Next, open lid and remove warming rack,
grids and flame tamer.
10. Remove the R-pins at the back of
each main burner to detach them from
the bracket. Take the main burners out.
11. Remove the screws attaching the
cover to the searing burner with the
Phillips head screwdriver (DD). Remove
the R-Pin at the back of the burner from
the bracket and loosen the ignition pin at
the same time. Lift the back of the burner
while sliding it out of the firebox.
Hardware Used
x1
R Pin
Warming
Rack
Grids
Flame
Tamer
9
10
Ignition Pin
Cover
Phillips Head
Screwdriver
DD
11
R Pin

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NATURAL GAS CONVERSION
12. Adjust the air shutters of main
burners and searing burner by loosening
the air shutter screws with the Phillips
screwdriver (DD).
Hardware Used
x1
13. Remove the LP orifices of all the
main burners and the searing burner
with the orifice removal tool (CC) and
install the1.45mm orifices (FF).
Hardware Used
x 1
x5
14. Remove the 6 screws at the back of
burner box with the Phillips head
screwdriver (DD). Detach the rotisserie
burner cover from the rear panel of burner
box.
During this step, keep a firm hold on the
rear burner cover. Otherwise, it will drop
and may break, possibly causing injury.
Hardware Used
x1
Rear Burner
Cover
Phillips Head
Screwdriver
DD
Orifice
Removal Tool
CC
FF 1.45mm Orifice
Phillips Head
Screwdriver
DD
CC
FF
12
13
14

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NATURAL GAS CONVERSION
15. Use the 17 x 19 mm wrench (GG) to
remove the hex nut securing the
rotisserie burner orifice and hose
assembly. Detach the assembly from the
bracket. Remove the LP orifice of the
rotisserie burner with the orifice removal
tool (CC) and install the 1.45mm
orifice (FF). Reinstall the orifice and
hose assembly and the rear panel as
stated in Step 14.
Hardware Used
x1
x 1
x1
16. Re-install the burners. Make sure the
orifices are aligned with the burners and
the ignition pins are installed in their
original positions. Check for sparks
before operating your grill.
17. Put the flame tamers back in the
firebox, followed by the grids and
warming rack.
17 x 19 mm Wrench
GG
GG
Orifice
Removal Tool
CC
FF 1.45mm Orifice
CCFF
15
16
Warming
Rack
Grids
Flame
Tamer
17

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NATURAL GAS CONVERSION
18. Remove the 5 main burner control knobs
by grasping and pulling out. Do not remove
the control knob for the rotisserie burner.
Insert the supplied slotted screwdriver (JJ)
into the hole of each main burner control
valve stem as shown. Rotate the stem
counterclockwise (to the left) as far as it will
go until it stops. The stem will now be set in
the NG position.
Reattach the control knobs.
HardwareUsed
19. Use the 17 x 19 mm wrench (GG) to
remove the LP hose and regulator from
the manifold. Attach the Natural Gas
Hose (sold separately) and tighten it with
the wrench.
HardwareUsed
x1
x 1
LP hose & Regulator
Slotted
screwdriver
JJ
18.1
19
17 x 19 mm Wrench
GG
10 ft. Natural Gas Hose
(Sold separately)
10 ft. Natural Gas Hose
18.2
x 1

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NATURAL GAS CONVERSION
WARNING: Please remember this is an outdoor gas grill. Many areas of the grill
generate extreme heat. We have taken every precaution to protect you from the contact
areas. However, it is impossible to isolate all high-temperature areas. Therefore, use
good judgment and a certain degree of caution when grilling on this product. We
suggest a covered, protected hand during operation of the grill. Do not move the grill
when it is in operation or hot to the touch. Wait until the unit is turned off and properly
cooled down before moving it. Failure to follow this warning could result in personal
injury.
IMPORTANT: Please be aware that the BTU rating of the rotisserie burner will
change after the grill is converted to natural gas. See below chart for reference:
!CAUTION:
If low flames or burner problems are observed after converting from LPG to NG, the natural gas
lines may not be large enough. Refer to the “From House to Grill” chart on page 12 for natural
gas supply line specifications. Please contact a plumber to assure proper pressure at 7 in.
water column.
DO NOT RETURN YOUR GRILL TO THE STORE.
Burner LP Gas Natural Gas
Main Burner 4 x 12,000 BTU / Hr 4 x 12,000 BTU / Hr
Searing Burner 1 x 12,000 BTU / Hr 1 x 12,000 BTU / Hr
Rotisserie Burner 1 x 10,000 BTU / Hr 1 x 12,000 BTU / Hr

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Never attach an unregulated gas line to the appliance. Connection to an unregulated gas
line can cause excessive heat or fire.
Verify the type of gas supply to be used, either Natural Gas (N.G.) or Liquid Propane (L.P.), and
make sure the serial plate agrees with that of the supply. Conversion kits are available
separately for an additional cost which will enable you to convert your grill from L.P. to N.G. or
to convert your grill from N.G. to L.P. Please see your local dealer for more information.
Always have a qualified service technician perform difficult conversions or
modifications.
For natural gas installations, an installer must supply a gas shutoff valve that is easily
accessible to the grill. All installer supplied parts must conform to local codes, or in the absence
of local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70- 2011, and the National Fuel
Gas Code, NFPA 54-2015/ANSI Z223.1-2015.
All pipe sealants must be an approved type and resistant to the actions of L.P. gases. Never
use pipe sealant on flare fittings. All gas connections should be made by a competent qualified
service technician and in accordance with local codes and ordinances. In the absence of local
codes, the installation must comply with the National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA 54-2015/ANSI
Z223.1-2015. Gas conversion kits may be purchased separately. When ordering gas
conversion kits, have the model number and the type of gas (N.G. or L.P.) used for your grill.
This grill must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual
shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures
equal to or less than 1/2 PSIG (3.5 kPa.).
The installation of this grill must conform with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with
National Fuel Code, NFPA 54-2015/ANSI Z223.1-2015.
Installation in Canada must be in accordance with the Standard CSA B149.1-2015 or
B149.2-2015(installation code for gas burning appliances and equipment) and local codes.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
L.P. GAS INSTALLATION
Gas grills that are set to operate with L.P. gas come with a high capacity hose and regulator assembly.
(Note: Only use the pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the grill or a
replacement pressure regulator and hose assembly specified by the manufacturer). This
assembly is designed to connect directly to a standard 20 lb. L.P. cylinder. L.P. cylinders are not
included with the grill. L.P. cylinders can be purchased separately at an independent dealer.
Connecting a Liquid Propane Gas Tank to the Grill:
1. Open the doors of the cabinet. Turn the stopper of the tank tray (clockwise) and pull out the
tank tray. Place a 20 Ib. tank with foot ring into the tank tray. See Fig. 4.
Make sure the tank valve is in the
OFF position.
2. Tighten the retention screw in front
of the tank tray to secure the tank.
Push the tank tray to the end and lock
it by turning the stopper back (counter-
clockwise). See Fig. 5.
3. Check the tank valve to ensure it
has proper external mating threads to
fit the hose and regulator assembly
provided (Type 1 connection per ANSI
Z21.58-2015/CSA 1.6-2015).
4. Inspect the valve connection port of
the regulator assembly. Look for
damage or debris. Remove any debris.
Inspect hose for damage. Never use
damaged or plugged equipment.
5. Make sure all burner knobs are in
the OFF position.
Fig. 4

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
6. Connect the hose and regulator
assembly to the tank valve (See Fig. 5).
Hand tighten the quick coupling nut
clockwise to a full stop. DO NOT use a
wrench to tighten because it could
damage the quick coupling nut and
result in a hazardous condition.
7. Open the tank valve fully
(counterclockwise). Use a soapy water
solution to check all connections for
leaks before attempting to light your grill.
See “Pre Operation Leak Testing" on
page 22. If a leak is found, turn the Tank
Valve off and do not use your grill until
the leak is repaired.
As shown in Fig. 6a gas tank must be place vertically. It is unsafe to operate the grill if the gas
tank is not vertical as shown in Fig. 6b.
WARNING: The Type I connective coupling (see Fig. 7) supplied with your grill must
not be replaced with a different type of grill/tank connection system. Removal will result
in loss of warranty, gas leakage, fire and severe bodily harm.
Fig. 6a Fig. 6b
Fig. 5
Hand Wheel External
Thread
Type I
Valve
Thermally
Sensitive Nut
Propane
Regulator
Fig. 7