SUNSTONE SUNCHSZ30 User manual

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Welcome & Congratulations
Congratulations on your purchase of a new Sunstone Gas Hybrid Charcoal Wood Burning Grill We are very
proud of our product and we are completely committed to providing you with the best service possible.
Your satisfaction is our #1 priority. Please read this manual carefully to understand all the instructions
about how to install, operate and maintain for optimum performance and longevity. We know you’ll enjoy
your new grill and thank you for choosing our product. We hope you consider us for future purchases.
How to Obtain Service
Before you call
Is there Gas supplied to the Grill?
Have you recently refilled the LP Tank?
Please make sure you have the following information:
MODEL UMBER | DATE OF PURCHASE| I VOICE UMBER.
For warranty service, contact SUNSTONE Customer Service Department at (888)-934-9449 or email
[e-mail].
Must keep copy of your sales slip for proof of purchase.
NAME_________________________________ DATE OF PURCHASE _______________________
ADDRESS_______________________________________________________________________________
MODEL NO_____________________________INVOICE NO_______________________________________
COMPANY THAT YOU PURCHASED FROM ________________________________________________
SUNSTONE METAL PRODUCTS LLC.
16004 Central Commerce Dr, Pflu erville Texas 78660.
Business Hours.
Mon. to Thur. 9:00AM to 4:30PM
Closed Fri/Sat/Sun
Tel: [phone]
Toll Free: 888-934-9449 (Technical Support Line)
Fax: [phone]

I DEX DIRECTORY
ATTE TIO : Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate personal injury, or property damage.
WAR I G: Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
VOLTAGE: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate electrical shock.
EXPLOSIO : Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in possible
explosion and cause death or severe injury.
BODILY I JURY: Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate personal injury, or property damage.
HOT SURFACE: Indicates an imminently hazardous
hot surface which, if not avoided, will result in serious
burn or injury.
LIVE CIRCUIT: Indicates a potentially hazard from
Live electrical current that if extreme caution is not
used, may result in minor or moderate personal injury,
or property damage.
HAZARDS & WAR I G SIG S

START-UP
CHECKLIST
“FIRST TIME STARTUP CHECKLIST”
 Transformer Electrical Plug is properly installed.
 Installation of the proper gas type and regulator settings.
 The proper Regulator & Gas Connection is complete.
 Minimum 2 ” Inch to Combustible Clearances are maintained.
 All packaging has been removed from Interior of Grill
 All parts and components are properly installed.
 An installer-supplied manual gas shut-off valve is fully accessible.
 LP hose is clean and inspected for cuts, wear, abrasion, or leaks.
Replace if necessary, with a suitable UL, ETL or CSA Listed part with
internally threaded connection.
EXPLOSION: When Igniting the Grill – Always keep
the Hood Open.
ATTENTION: Never operate the grill unattended.

GRILL
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PARTS I DEX
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GRILL PARTS
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PARTS DIAGRAM
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LIVE CIRCUIT : Use only with a Ground-Fault Circuit Interrupter - GFCI protected Outlet
with this grill.
VOLTAGE : Use only extension cords approved for outdoor use marked with W-A and
rated for the power of this appliance.
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STEP BY STEP GUIDE
1. Mount Transformer
Using metal screws and attach the
transformer to the back inner wall of your
island’s cabinet wall, somewhere near the
already installed GFCI electrical outlet.
When you plug the transformer in, double
check the GFCI breaker switch, that the
outlet has power.
2
. Elect. Connection
Locate the Light Button on Left side of grill
control panel. The Transformer's electrical
connection to grill is located behind control
panel, next to light button. The connection
clips together to form a secure connection.
Double check that all wires are tightly
pushed into plug sockets, so all wires make
proper connections. You can tuck wire into
body of grill or island frame.
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3. Gas Line Connection
See the BACK-RIGHT UNDER-SIDE – This is
where the Gas Line will connect to the Grill.
Grill is shipped as Liquid Propane ONLY and
includes a LP-Regulator for portable tank.
Recommendation to have an 18” hose to
allow grill to be pulled out if necessary. For
LP & NG Gas Installation, see page 10 thru 13
for complete instructions or call 888-934-
9449 for assistance.

5. Install the Battery
The back left side of grill, find the vented
box extruding out. This box can be
unhinged by lifting upwards and off
revealing the black igniter box within.
Next unscrew the black cap which will
release the igniter box from the hole
mount. Now you can place an AA Battery
in the open port, with the Male Side
facing out.
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STEP BY STEP GUIDE
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6
. Allow for Ventilation
The grill is engineered with special vents
on the back of unit, which allow proper
airflow out of the back of grill. Be sure to
allow a minimum of 6" behind grill for
proper air ventilation and to allow hood
to open properly. Push grill all the way
into cut-out, so there are no gaps
present to inside of island frame and grill
control panel is flush against island wall.
4. Slide Grill in Place
The grill is specially designed with an
internal built in hanger lip located at the
Right, Left and Back sides. The grill lip
allows it to hang by the three supported
edges on the right, left and back. The
front control panel requires no
supporting edge, it is designed to hang
down the front of your cut-out.

Product Size
Overall Width-------------------- 30"
Overall Height------------------- 25-3/4"
Overall Depth-------------------- 25-3/4"
Control Panel Height----------- 12-1/2”
Hood Closed -------------------- 14-1/4”
Firebox Size
Box Width (Not Shown)------ 26"
Box Height---------------------- 11-1/2"
Box Depth----------------------- 20"
Control Panel Height----------- 12-1/2”
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PRODUCT DETAILS
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Technical Measurements – See measurement box next page
If the cut-out is smaller than what ours is shown, or you are installing grill into cabinet structure you may
need to refer to these engineer dimensions specifically the grill firebox dimensions. See next page for
Dimension Table. (Measurements were obtained from engineer drawing, margin of error is within 1/8” to
actual product)

ATTE TIO : Never build an enclosure under the Grill or partition side walls, the Grill
must be Free Hanging supported by the countertop only Must have clear access to
underside of Grill within reach of at least Two Vents.
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OUT DETAILS
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1.
Countertop Slide
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in Installation
(A) Grill Cut-out Depth ------------------------------------------------------------------ 22” Depth
(B) Grill Cut-out Height (Allow ¾” Air-Flow Gap Below Drip Pan) ------------ 12-3/4” Height
(C) Grill Cut-out Width------------------------------------------------------------------- 27-1/2” Width
(D) Make 1-3/4”W x1”D Notch Cut-Out on both sides of cut-out counter edge, to allow grill to slide
flush against the island finish wall.
(E) Leave Minimum ¾” Gap below Drip Pan for Air/Gas Ventilation
Must have TWO Vents in HIGH position for Natural Gas
Must have TWO Vents in LOW position for Liquid Propane
Properly stow-away the Liquid Propane Tank

GRILL I STALLATIO – OVERHEAD STRUCTURE
Overhead Structure Definition:
Structure built above Appliance that is sometimes attached to the home’s exterior outside wall or
roof and there is a Minimum of “Two” adjacent sides which are open with outside exposure.
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ATTE TIO : All Gas Grill Installations MUST HAVE MINIMUM TWO AIR-FLOW VENTS, either in
ELEVATED POSITION for Natural Gas or LOWERED POSITION for Liquid Propane. Your Warranty may be
VOID if island does not meet basic setup requirements.

Minimum Distances to Combustible Materials or other
Appliance ONLY, Non-Combustible materials do not appl !
(A) Must use vent hood above grill for enclosed structures
(B) Minimum clearance from floor to overhead structure 8’ Min. Clearance
(C) Minimum distance from counter to overhead structure 5’ Min. Clearance
(D) Minimum clearance from all combustible materials 24” Min. Clearance
(E) Must have TWO Vents in HIGH position for Natural Gas
(F) Must have TWO Vents in LOW position for Liquid Propane
(G) Install Non-Combustible Barrier Shielding, Stainless Steel Sheet is recommended.
(H) Island Structure must be Non-Combustible otherwise must use grill jacket or metal cabinet.
BODILY I JURY: Failure to maintain required clearances create a fire hazard that
may result in property damage or serious personal injury.
Clearances to Combustible Construction:
Minimum of 24” from the sides and rear of grill must be maintained to adjacent vertical combustible
construction above the countertop level. You should take in account that there is a large volume of heat,
and smoke will exhaust from the rear of the grill. This may discolor or damage unprotected areas, do not
install under unprotected combustible construction without using a fire safe ventilation system. A 24”
minimum clearance must be maintained under the countertop to combustible construction. The clearance
can be modified by a use of an insulated jacket.
DEFI ITIO OF COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL - Any materials of a building structure or decorative structure
made of wood, compressed paper, plant fibers, vinyl/plastic or other materials that are capable of transferring heat
or being ignited and burned. Such material shall be considered combustible even though flame-proofed, fire-
retardant treated or surface-painted, or plastered.
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E CLOSED I STALLATIO
Minimum Distances to Combustible Materials or other
Appliance ONLY, Non-Combustible materials do not appl !
(A) From Floor to Overhead Combustible Structure 8’ Min. Clearance
(B) From Counter to Overhead Combustible Structure 5’ Min. Clearance
(C) From Appliance to Combustible Material 24” Min. Width Clearance
(D) From Counter to Combustible Material if within 24” of Appliance
24
" Min.
Height
Clearance
(E) Must have TWO Vents in HIGH position for Natural Gas
(F) Must have TWO Vents in LOW position for Liquid Propane
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The Tab
le below refers to illustration on page 7
The Table below refers to illustration on page 9

ATTE TIO : All Gas Grill Installations MUST HAVE MINIMUM TWO AIR-FLOW VENTS, either in
ELEVATED POSITION for Natural Gas or LOWERED POSITION for Liquid Propane. Your Warranty may be
VOID if island does not meet basic setup requirements.
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Enclosed Installation Definition:
Structure built above Appliance that is attached to the home’s exterior outside wall, roof or is inside a
separate structure like outdoor room and there is a Minimum of “One” Side open with outside exposure.

GAS SETUP
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I STALLATIO OVERVIEW
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CAUTIO : Gas conversion kits are available from Customer care by dialing 888-934-9449.
When ordering gas conversion kits, have the model number, and the type of gas (natural or LP) ready.
 Use only the gas pressure regulator supplied with this appliance. This
regulator is set for an outlet pressure of 11 inches water column.
 An installer-supplied gas shut-off valve must be installed in an easily
accessible location.
 All pipe sealants must be an approved type and resistant to the
actions of LP/NG Gas.
 Never use pipe sealant on flare fittings.
 All gas connections should be made by a qualified technician and in
accordance with local codes and ordinances.
 Before connecting grill to gas source, make sure BBQ Grill control
knobs are in “OFF” position.
 Verify the type of gas supply to be used, either Natural Gas or Liquid
Propane, and make sure the marking on the appliance rating label
agrees with that of the supply.
The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or, in the
absence of local codes, with either National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA
54, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, or Propane Storage
and Handling Code, B149.2, or the Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A
119.2/ NFPA 1192M, and CSA Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicle Code, as
applicable.
ATTE TIO : Always take a leak test before lighting the grill to prevent a possible fire or explosion.
Never store a spare propane cylinder in the vicinity of this Grill, or in the vicinity of any other potential heat
source. Never attempt to attach this grill to the self-contained LP gas system. Do not use grill until leak
testing.

GAS SETUP
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LARGE CAPACITY LP TA KS
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ATTE TIO : If you have a Side Yard Propane Tank, you MUST have additional Medium
Pressure Regulator located at the Grill. If you do not serious bodily harm may result or damage to
the grill and island structure from HIGH Heat.
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For this type of installation, it is most like NG gas installation method, only the
regulator is set for liquid propane. First you will install a gas pipe, coming into island
from outside, be sure the Safety Shut-Off valve is easily accessible.
 Next, locate the gas manifold on grill, for this type of installation, the LP Regulator
Hose that comes with your LP Burner is not needed. Gas connections are made with
all 3/8" flare Compression Adapters, and UL Gas Hoses.
 A LP REGULATOR is required for this type of installation, even if the LP Tank is
installed with one already. LP regulator for grill should be set for a minimum of
120,000 BTU's with Medium Pressure. This LP grill does not come with an
independent LP regulator for this type of installation. Contact the company you
purchased from, or your local plumber to locate one, that is made for commercial
style grills.
Large Capacity
LP
Tanks
Propane is delivered to your home as a very cold liquid and is pumped into a specially designed storage
tank which is either Above or Below Ground. The liquid changes to gas before leaving the tank. Propane
tanks are typically painted white or silver to reflect heat and
prevent the pressure inside the tank.
If you have a side yard LP tank, it will be either Above or
Below Ground.
 The cover on top of the tank protects several
components from weather and physical damage.
 The tank shut-off valve, which you can close to
stop the flow of propane to your home in case of
a leak or other emergency.
 The regulator, which controls the pressure of the
propane gas coming out of the tank.
 The safety relief valve, which will pop open
automatically if the pressure inside the tank gets
too high. The valve will close again when the
pressure returns to normal.
 The tank gauge, which shows the percentage of
propane in the tank.
Above Ground Tank
Below Ground Tank

Medium Capacity LP Tank
The Type 1 connection system has the following features: The system will not allow gas to flow
until a positive connection has been made. NOTE: The cylinder control valve must be turned off
before any connection is made or removed. The system has a thermal element that will shut off
the flow of gas in the event of a fire. The system has a flow limiting device which, when activated,
will limit the flow of gas to 10 cubic feet per hour. NEVER use grill without leak testing.
GAS SETUP
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MEDIUM CAPACITY LP TA KS
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Follow Instructions:
 The tank valve & all Knobs should be in the “OFF” position. If not, turn the knob clockwise until it
stops.
 Insert the regulator inlet into the tank valve and turn the coupling nut clockwise until the coupler
tightens up (see picture above). Do not overtighten the coupler. Turn the main tank valve on and
turn the grill control valves on the unit to the “HIGH” position for about 20 seconds to allow the
air in the system to purge before attempting to light the burners.

G Gas Hook-up
The Natural Gas grill is designed to operate on Natural Gas ONLY, at a pressure regulated at 7”water
column (W.C.) equipped with the correct natural gas orifices on the valves and a NG medium
pressure regulator on the supply line located near the grill and regulated at the residential meter.
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ATURAL GAS I STALLATIO
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Follow Instructions:
 The tank valve & all Knobs should be in the “OFF” position. If not, turn the knob clockwise until it
stops.
 Insert the regulator inlet into the tank valve and turn the coupling nut clockwise until the coupler
tightens up (see picture below). Do not overtighten the coupler. Turn the main tank valve on and
turn the grill control valves on the unit to the “HIGH” position for about 20 seconds to allow the
air in the system to purge before attempting to light the burners.

GRILL START
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LIGHTI G THE GRILL
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OPE HOOD!
Ensure Grill Control Knobs
are In the OFF position, Turn
Knob to High Position.
2.
Light the Main Burners by Turning the
Right K OB counter-clockwise to HIGH
To light IR-Burner turn the Left K OB
counter-clockwise SLOWLY allowing gas
to completely fill the burner chamber.
(see page 19 for IR
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Burner lighting)
3. You will hear a loud click as the
electronic lighter produces a spark.
Listen for the sound of the gas igniting
and look for a flame through the cooking
grids. If the burner does not light on the
first try, repeat immediately.
4. If the burner does not light in 5
seconds then wait five minutes until the
gas clears before attempting to light it
again. Repeat the procedure or try the
manual lighting options on next page.
5. Upon successful lighting, repeat the
process on the other burners you wish to
light.
6. To shut off the burners, rotate the
knob and turn to OFF.
7. It is normal to hear a popping sound
when the burners are turned off.
1. Stack charcoal briquettes or wood into
a pyramid-shaped pile on top of the
charcoal grate or pan. We recommend
using 2 pounds (approximately 30
briquettes) to start your fire, adding
more as needed. – CLOSE DRAWER -

4. Self-Startin Briquettes
If you don’t want to fool around with lighter fluid, there is one
more alternative—self-lighting charcoal briquettes. With
these, all you do is pile the briquettes on the grill, light them
with a match or butane lighter, and you have an almost instant
fire. Some grillers like to use these as starters, with a mixture
of regular briquettes. One thing to note, however: self-lighting
briquettes are not recommended for use with chimney starters.
3. Charcoal Chimney Li hter
A charcoal chimney starter is essentially a metal tube, usually
steel, with a handle on the side. Inside is a grate to hold the
briquettes and to keep them above the crumpled newspaper,
which goes in under the charcoal and is what starts the
briquettes. Ventilation holes line the bottom of the tube. The
goal is to start a charcoal fire without using lighter fluid or
other petroleum-based fuels. This is to avoid unpleasant taste
to the food, environmental regulations or for other reasons.
2. Electric Charcoal Li hter
Electric charcoal lighters look like an elongated outline of
a Ping-Pong paddle. That outline is the lighter element
loop that, when plugged in, glows like the heating
elements in a toaster.
1. Li hter Fluid (DO NOT USE IN
CONJUNCTION WITH GAS BURNERS)
Serious Injury or Fire will result!
Optional Charcoal Starters are not included
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Zone Cooking
The Sunstone 30” Hybrid Grill has a single massive cooking zone controlled specifically by how the top
adjustable rack is positioned, and the front air intake slider is adjusted. Depending on how you
independently configure these components, will give you control over diverse types of cooking,
including Smoking, Indirect, Slow Cooking and Direct Cooking.
Heat Distribution
Knowing how to configure the different components will give you the very best possible food
positioning while grilling. Depending on how you position the Charcoal or Wood. The Cooking Rods
have Variable Spacing for different sized foods, and the upgradable Pro Sear Zone Grate will sear
your Steaks at over 800 Degrees depending on how hot the Charcoal or Wood is below. It is
important to play with many variations to find what way of grilling is best for you.
Grilling Combination
The Sunstone 30” Hybrid Grill is designed for an exquisite cooking experience with the use of three
separate grilling surfaces in one. This enables you to be simultaneously searing your food on one
side, while slow cooking or smoking on other side and slow simmer on top warming rack. The lower
drawer allows you to control how much either Charcoal or Wood materials you want to grill with also
use multiple types of mesquite wood for some amazing smoked flavors.
Indirect Cooking
Indirect cooking is the process of cooking your food without the heat source directly under your
food. You can sear meats over a high flame on one side of the grill while slow cooking on the other
side of the grill. It is like cooking in an oven and is generally used for larger cuts of meats but can
also be used for cooking foods that are prone to flare ups. Indirect Cooking will result in tender
foods every time you grill.
Direct Cooking
Direct cooking is the process of cooking your food directly over hot coals. This method is also
called Searing, Grilling or even Frying. Direct cooking is recommended for most grilling
applications, and the best place to perform Direct Cooking is in the place where the cooking
surface is the hottest. This type of cooking locks in flavor and juices while allowing the outer
surface to absorb smoke and food aroma that is produced as grease and drippings are vaporized
by the coals. The result is a crisp, flavorful outside with a tender, juicy inside.
Smoker/Steamer Box
Adding a smoker box to your cooking experience adds unique flavor to your food, you will
come to enjoy. Use it for either a smoker box with wood chips, or by filling with Water it
becomes a steamer box. While in use, remember to close the hood. There are many
different wood chips available on the market, the most common are mesquite and hickory.
Just remember to soak the chips for 30 minutes prior, for best results.
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