PARADISE GRILLS HSL-32 User manual

HSL-32 Hibachi Griddle
Operator Manual

HSL-32 Hibachi Griddle Operator Manual
April 2023
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DANGER
WARNING
If you smell gas:
•Shut off gas to the appliance.
•Extinguish any open flame.
•Open lid.
•If odor continues, keep away from
the appliance and immediately
call your gas supplier or your fire
department.
•For outdoor use only.
•Do not store or use gasoline or
other flammable liquids or vapors
in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
•An LP cylinder not connected for
use shall not be stored in the
vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

HSL-32 Hibachi Griddle Operator Manual Contents •i
Contents
Safety Considerations 3
Safety Symbols...........................................................................................................3
Operational Warnings................................................................................................3
Gas Safety...................................................................................................................4
Natural Gas Supply Requirements.............................................................5
LP Cylinder Requirements...........................................................................5
Filling and Refilling LP Gas Cylinders........................................................6
Leak Testing ..................................................................................................7
Transporting and Storing LP Gas Cylinder ...............................................8
Specifications 9
Griddle Specifications................................................................................................9
Customer Required Items.......................................................................................10
LP Gas Cylinder ..........................................................................................10
LP Cylinder Mount ......................................................................................10
Gas Regulator..............................................................................................11
Installation ....................................................................................................11
Outdoor Rated Electric Cord .....................................................................12
Safety Equipment........................................................................................12
Griddle Covers.............................................................................................12
Griddle Island Preparation 13
Paradise Grills Island Ventilation...........................................................................13
Griddle Location .......................................................................................................14
Clearances ................................................................................................................15
Surface Clearances ....................................................................................15
Custom Island Construction ...................................................................................15
Planning Considerations ............................................................................16
Custom-built Island Ventilation .................................................................16
Custom-built Island Cut-outs.....................................................................17
Griddle Dimensions ....................................................................................18
Griddle Assembly 19
Griddle Damage Upon Delivery .............................................................................19
Unpack the Box ........................................................................................................19
Install the Griddle .....................................................................................................20
Griddle Setup............................................................................................................23
Electrical Precautions ..............................................................................................24
Connect Griddle to Gas Source 25

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Gas Specifications ...................................................................................................25
Connection ................................................................................................................26
Natural Gas ..................................................................................................26
LP Gas..........................................................................................................27
Leak Test...................................................................................................................28
Operating the Griddle 31
Warnings and Cautions...........................................................................................31
Lighting the Griddle..................................................................................................32
Griddle Tips and Tools ............................................................................................34
Tools..............................................................................................................34
Season the Griddle .....................................................................................34
Cooking Tips ................................................................................................34
Cleanup ........................................................................................................35
Cleaning and Maintenance 36
Maintain your Griddle ..............................................................................................36
Stainless Steel Maintenance ..................................................................................36
Corrosive Environmental Conditions.....................................................................37
Clean the Griddle Exterior ......................................................................................37
Clean the Griddle Plate ...........................................................................................37
Clean the Drip Tray..................................................................................................38
Preventive Maintenance..........................................................................................38
Ventilation.....................................................................................................38
Burner Inspection ........................................................................................39
Spiders and Other Insects .........................................................................39
Troubleshooting 40
Adjust the Burner Orifice.........................................................................................40
Adjust Air Gap...........................................................................................................40
Convert to Another Gas Type ................................................................................41
Griddle Diagram 44
Limited Manufacturer’s Warranty 45
Limited Warranty ......................................................................................................45
Warranty Claim Submission ...................................................................................47

HSL-32 Hibachi Griddle Operator Manual Safety Considerations •3
Safety Considerations
Safety Symbols
Throughout this manual, important safety information will be highlighted and marked as CAUTION,
DANGER, or WARNING.
A potentially hazardous situation or
unsafe practice which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury,
or property damage.
A potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury, or property damage.
An imminently hazardous situation
which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury, or property damage.
Operational Warnings
All users must read this entire manual before attempting to operate the griddle. Follow these safety
precautions every time the griddle is used:
This griddle is for outdoor use only! Do not operate in a building,
garage, an any other enclosed area. Doing so could result in carbon
monoxide buildup which could result in injury or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapor in the
vicinity of this or any other appliances.
Do not store an LP (liquid petroleum) cylinder that is not connected for
use in the vicinity of this or any other appliances.
EXPLOSION HAZARD – Do not use the griddle as storage area for
flammable materials. Keep area clear and free from combustible
materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Failure to
do so can result in death, explosion, or fire.

4•Safety Considerations HSL-32 Hibachi Griddle Operator Manual
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
1. Combustible by-products produced when using this appliance
contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
2. This product contains chemicals, including lead and lead
compounds, known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
3. For more information see www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Immediately shut off the gas supply to the appliance at its source.
2. Immediately extinguish any open flames.
3. Remove griddle hood and open all access doors and drawers to
release any accumulated gas vapor.
4. If a gas odor persists, keep away from your appliance and contact
your gas supplier or fire department immediately.
IF THE BURNER GOES OUT:
Gas will continue to flow out of the burner and could accidently ignite
with risk of injury. If during operation the flames go out and you smell
gas or cannot see the flame:
1. Immediately turn all burner controls OFF.
2. Open all access doors and drawers.
3. Wait 15 minutes and repeat the lighting procedure.
Gas Safety
Liquefied petroleum (LP) gas, also commonly called Propane, is a fuel gas which contains a flammable
mixture of hydrocarbon gases, most commonly propane, butane, and propylene. Always exercise great
caution and strictly follow all safety measures when using LP gas.
The installation must conform with local codes, or, in the absence of local codes, with one of the following,
as applicable:
•National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54
•Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1
•Propane Storage and Handling Code, CSA B149.2

HSL-32 Hibachi Griddle Operator Manual Safety Considerations •5
Natural Gas Supply Requirements
•A licensed plumber must install the required NG plumbing to supply your griddle
•Check the griddle’s rating plate (Figure 19) to ensure it specifies natural gas (NG) as the proper gas
supply type
•Make sure that the factory-supplied regulator (set to 4” water column pressure) is installed with the
arrow mark on the regulator pointing towards the griddle
•Use only pipe sealants that are specifically approved for use with NG
•A proper gas shutoff valve must be installed in a readily accessible location in the vicinity of the
griddle
•To ensure safe and satisfactory performance, the gas supply line must be sized to accommodate the
total BTU requirements of all the gas-fired equipment that will be connected to that line
•Do not use piping with less than 1/2” inside diameter or 1” outside diameter to connect this griddle
to NG supply line
•Flare ends: Do not use any tape, pipe dope, or threading compound on any flare threads; doing so
may cause a clog in the regulator and prevent your griddle from safe and proper operation
•Any pressure testing must be performed only by a qualified gas technician.
•Before and during pressure testing, the griddle and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected
from the gas supply piping system, and the griddle must be isolated from the gas supply piping
system by completely closing its individual manual shutoff valve
LP Cylinder Requirements
The LP-gas supply cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance with the Specifications for LP-gas
Cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT)designed for use with a Type 1 system, must be no
larger than 20 lb. capacity with 11” water column, and have:
•A shutoff valve, terminating in an LP gas supply tank valve outlet that is compatible with a Type 1
tank connection
•A safety relief device having direct communication with the vapor space of the cylinder
•UL listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD) with a unique triangular hand wheel (Figure 1)
•A collar to protect the cylinder threads on the customer supplied tank
•A QCC–1 fitting connection compatible with connection to outdoor cooking appliances
Figure 1 LP Cylinder Valve

6•Safety Considerations HSL-32 Hibachi Griddle Operator Manual
Filling and Refilling LP Gas Cylinders
Never use a dented, rusty or damaged LP gas cylinder. Never attempt
to repair an LP cylinder. The only way to safely resolve a damaged LP
cylinder is to have it replaced by a qualified gas service technician or
gas supply company.
All purging and refilling of LP gas cylinders must be performed by
qualified personnel in the LP gas industry. Never store a spare LP gas
cylinder under or near this appliance.
Never fill the LP gas cylinder beyond 80 percent full. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in explosion, personal injury, or death.
If a gas leak cannot be stopped by closing the LP cylinder valve,
immediately leave the area and call the fire department.
To replace an LP gas cylinder:
1. Turn all burner knobs to OFF and close the LP cylinder valve
2. Disconnect the regulator hose from the LP cylinder
3. Remove cylinder from the enclosure; have it replaced or filled at your local qualified LP gas dealer
4. Connect the regulator valve
a. Hold the regulator so it is aligned with the cylinder valve
b. Thread the coupling nut onto the valve and tighten clockwise until there is resistance
c. Tighten another half to three-quarters turn by hand to ensure the regulator is seated in the
valve – do not use tools
d. Do not use the regulator if the tank connection cannot be completed
5. Open the LP cylinder valve
6. If you smell gas or hear a hiss of gas escaping from the tank or regulator, close the cylinder valve
immediately and then:
a. If the leak stops, remove the regulator from the tank and reattempt the connection
b. If the leak persists, turn off the tank valve and remove the regulator
c. If the leak cannot be stopped by closing the tank valve, leave the area and call the fire
department immediately
7. Leak check the connections as described in the Leak Testing section below

HSL-32 Hibachi Griddle Operator Manual Safety Considerations •7
Do not subject your LP gas cylinder to excessive heat, and always
store the cylinder in an upright position.
Never store a spare LP cylinder indoors or within the griddle
enclosure.
When attaching components, ensure all connections are secured and
fully tightened to prevent leakage.
Turn off the gas supply – Natural Gas or LP Gas – when griddle is not
in use.
Leak Testing
Test all gas piping and connections for leaks after installation or service, for both NG and LP gas systems.
Never use an open flame to check for leaks.
Do not smoke or allow other sources of ignition in the area while doing
a leak test.
Do not attempt to repair an LP cylinder valve if it is damaged. Return
the cylinder to a qualified LP tank supplier for replacement.
Always conduct the leak test outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
With all burners off, open the gas source valve and spray a soap/water solution on all joints. Growing
bubbles indicate leaking gas. Correct any leaks immediately. See Leak Test on page 28 for more detail.

8•Safety Considerations HSL-32 Hibachi Griddle Operator Manual
Transporting and Storing LP Gas Cylinder
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in
the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Do not store any LP gas cylinder (that is not connected for use) in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
Follow these precautions when transporting or storing an LP gas cylinder:
•Transport only one cylinder at a time
•Ensure the cylinder is secured in an upright position with the control valve turned off and the dust
cover in place
•Store cylinders outdoors in a protected, cool, and dry location out of reach of children
•Do not store cylinders in a building, garage, or any other enclosed area
•The gas supply must be turned off at the LP Gas supply cylinder and the LP Gas supply cylinder must
be disconnected from the regulator when this outdoor cooking gas appliance is not in use