TEC Sterling FR User manual

Sterling®FR
Sterling®FR G-Series
OWNER'S MANUAL
T HERMAL E NGINEERING C ORPORATION
P.O. Box 868, Columbia, South Carolina 29202-0868
2741 The Boulevard, Columbia, South Carolina 29209
Telephone: [phone] Toll-free [phone]
Fax: [phone] Toll-free fax: [phone]
Website: www.tecinfrared.com

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Warnings
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.
WARNING
1. DO NOT STORE OR USE GASOLINE OR
OTHER FLAMMABLE VAPORS OR LIQUIDS
IN THE VICINITY 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.
Warnings to Customer
DO NOT INSTALL OR OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE
WITHOUT HAVING CAREFULLY READ THIS MANUAL.
FOR FUTURE REFERENCE, HAVE THIS MANUAL
AVAILABLE WHILE USING THIS APPLIANCE AND
ALWAYS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED.
NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE CONVERSIONS OR
MODIFICATIONS TO YOUR GRILL WITHOUT FIRST
OBTAINING WRITTEN INSTRUCTIONS FROM
THERMAL ENGINEERING CORPORATION.
DO NOT STORE A SPARE GAS CYLINDER UNDER OR
WITHIN 15 FEET OF THIS GRILL, OR ANY OTHER
OPEN FLAME, HEAT PRODUCING APPLIANCE OR
HEAT SOURCE.
DO NOT ALLOW YOUR LP GAS CYLINDER TO BE
FILLED BEYOND 80 % FULL.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN A FIRE CAUSING
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
Notices
Notice to Customer
PRIOR TO INSTALLING AND USING THIS APPLIANCE,
READ THIS MANUAL FULLY AND CAREFULLY.
RETAIN THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
AND HAVE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES. ENSURE THAT
ALL PERSONS OPERATING THIS EQUIPMENT
CAREFULLY READ AND BECOME FAMILIAR WITH
THE INFORMATION IN THIS MANUAL.
THIS UNIT HAS BEEN CAREFULLY INSPECTED AND
PACKAGED AT THE FACTORY PRIOR TO SHIPMENT.
UPON ARRIVAL, INSPECT THE APPLIANCE
CAREFULLY FOR ANY CONCEALED DAMAGE.
IMMEDIATELY REPORT ANY DAMAGE TO YOUR
AUTHORIZED DEALER.
SHOULD YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS REGARDING
OPERATION OR USE OF THIS APPLIANCE, CONTACT
THERMAL ENGINEERING CORPORATION AT (803)
783-0750 OR 1-800-331-0097.
Notice to Installer
INSTALLATION MUST CONFORM TO LOCAL CODES
OR THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE, ANSI
Z223.1/NFPA 54. IN CANADA, INSTALLATION OF THIS
PRODUCT SHOULD BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
CAN/CGA-B149.1 NATURAL GAS AND PROPANE
INSTALLATION CODE. FOLLOWING INSTALLATION,
LEAVE THIS OWNER’S MANUAL WITH THE
CONSUMER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. THIS
APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE ON
RECREATIONAL VEHICLES AND/OR BOATS.
ALL GRILLS REQUIRE A TEC SPECIFIED
REGULATOR TO BE INSTALLED.
NATIONALLY REGISTERED TESTING LABORATORY
U.S. Patents, 6114666, 7726967B2, 7853129; Canadian Patents
2571545, 2571395, 2336036; European Patent (Austria,
Germany, Denmark, France, Great Britain, Netherlands,
Sweden) 99932203.5; and Patents Pending
©Thermal Engineering Corporation, Issued 02/06
082010, 110210, 121610, 030711, 111611

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Residential Outdoor Grill Warranty
EXPRESS WARRANTIES
Thermal Engineering Corporation (TEC
®
) warrants this product and all component parts to the original owner to be free of
defects in material and workmanship when subjected to normal household use for a period of one year from the date of
purchase except as detailed below.
LIFETIME LIMITED WARRANTY
The structural integrity of all exterior stainless steel structural components is warranted to the original owner for the
lifetime of the product. This warranty does not apply if the product is subject to other than normal household use nor does it
include changes in finish appearance.
FIVE YEAR WARRANTY
Burner Assemblies are warranted to the original owner against rust-through or other operational failure for five years from
the date of the original purchase. Burner surface rust and oxidation, which is normal, is not covered under this warranty.
UNDER THIS WARRANTY To support the repair or replacement of the product or any component part
under this warranty, the owner must first: (1) Provide TEC or the dealer with proof of purchase of grill or component part,
including the original purchase date and the serial number of the product and (2) Obtain Return Authorization from the
dealer or TEC and return the product or component part to TEC or the dealer within the warranty period. TEC reserves the
right to determine the warranty status of a part and shall have the option to repair or replace the product or any component
part deemed by TEC to be defective. Parts returned to the factory for warranty determination will not be returned to the
customer. IMPORTANT: RETAIN PROOF OF ORIGINAL PURCHASE TO ESTABLISH WARRANTY PERIOD. The
repair or replacement of the product or any of its component parts under this warranty shall be made by TEC free of charge
for the part itself, with the owner paying all other costs, including labor and shipping. This warranty extends only to the
original purchaser of the product and does not apply to commercial usage. This warranty shall not apply to problems or
damage resulting from abuse, negligence, accident, natural disaster, alteration of the product, improper operation,
installation, set-up or service or for failure to follow the instructions in the Owner's Manual. Discoloration, oxidation and
surface rust of grill components which in the normal course of grill operation are exposed to high levels of heat are not
covered by this warranty. Some objects and substances that come in contact with the grill may cause changes to its outward
appearance, including discoloration, oxidation, and surface rust to the outer stainless steel structure. These changes in
appearance are not covered under the warranty.
DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES The warrantor is not responsible for
incidental and consequential damages whether arising out of breach of warranty, breach of contract or otherwise. Some
jurisdictions do not allow the exclusions or limitations of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you. Any implied warranty of merchantability and fitness applicable to the product and its
component parts are limited in duration to the period of coverage of the applicable expressed written limited warranties set
forth above. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations may
not apply to you.
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and all other obligations or liabilities in connection
with the sale, use and ownership of this product.
THERMAL ENGINEERING CORPORATION
P.O. Box 868, Columbia, South Carolina 29202-0868
2741 The Boulevard, Columbia, South Carolina 29209
Telephone: [phone] Toll-free [phone]
Facsimile: Toll-free [phone]
Website: www.tecinfrared.com
MODEL: ______________________________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: __________________________________
SERIAL #: _____________________________________________
The rating plate is located on the side of the front left corner of the grill.
DEALER NAME: _______________________________________
DEALER TELEPHONE #: ________________________________
(Complete the above information for future reference.)

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Contents
Installation ...........................................................................3-6
General Overview
Permanent Installation
Hazardous Locations and Conditions
Cabinet Base Mounting Instructions
Pedestal Base Mounting Instructions
In-Ground & Bolt-Down Post Base
Side Shelf
Assembly .................................................................................6
General Overview
Radiant Glass Panels
Cooking Grids and Warming Rack
Burner Output Knobs
Gas Connection ....................................................................7-9
General Overview
LP Gas Cylinder Safety
Installing Your LP Gas Cylinder
Removing Your LP Gas Cylinder
Quick Disconnect Instructions
LP Bulk Tank
Permanent Installation
Gas Leak Test
Operation..........................................................................10-12
General Overview
Burner Ignition and Operation
Burner Ignition With Match
Low Heat Adjustment
Cabinet Base Brake
Infrared Cooking..............................................................13-15
General Overview
Infrared Searing Method
Smoking Method
Helpful Hints in Cooking
Sample Cooking Methods
Maintenance and Cleaning..............................................16-17
General Overview
Maintenance
Care of Radiant Glass Panels
Care of Metal Infrared Burner Assembly
Push-Button Spark Ignition System
Spark Module Battery Replacement
Cleaning
Appendix A: Build-in Specifications Sterling FR...............18
Appendix B: Build-in Specifications Sterling G-Series FR19
Appendix C: Replacement Parts Sterling FR.....................20
Appendix D: Replacement Parts Sterling G-Series FR......21
Appendix E: Troubleshooting..............................................22
Appendix F: Electrode Locator Instructions......................23
Appendix G: Radiant Glass Panels………………………...24
Installation
General Overview
WARNING: THIS GRILL IS DESIGN CERTIFIED FOR
USE OUTDOORS ONLY. THIS GRILL SHOULD NOT BE
USED IN A BUILDING, GARAGE OR OTHER
ENCLOSED AREA AND IS NOT INTENDED FOR USE
ON RECREATIONAL VEHICLES OR BOATS.
WARNING: THIS OUTDOOR COOKING GAS
APPLIANCE SHALL NOT BE USED UNDER
OVERHEAD COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION.
Sterling FR and Sterling G-Series FR grills are designed
to be built-in using a permanent masonry or other suitable
patio fixture, or for mounting onto a mobile cabinet base.
See Appendix A and B for complete build-in
specifications. Figure 1, page 4, shows the minimum
required clearance of a mobile grill to any adjacent
combustible construction.
Permanent Installation
If you are installing your grill as a build-in, it should be
located so the ventilation openings remain clear of all
obstructions. THE OPENINGS ARE LOCATED IN
THE FRONT AT THE SURFACE AND IN THE
UNDERSIDE OF THE GRILL HOUSING, AS WELL
AS AT THE REAR OF THE HOOD. Any accumulation
of debris will restrict the flow of combustion and /or
ventilation air, and may result in improper burner
operation or overheating. Installation procedures relating
to gas connections for permanent installations can be
found in the Gas Connection section, starting at page 7 of
this manual. A TEC specified regulator is required for
operation of this grill. Build-in opening specifications
can be found in Appendix A and B of this manual.
The installation of your grill must conform to local codes
or, in absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54. In Canada, the installation must
conform to local codes and/or the Natural Gas and
Propane Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149.1.
Hazardous Locations and
Conditions
gWhen cooking, keep your grill at least twenty-four
(24) inches away from combustible or distortable
surfaces (wood, vinyl wall or wooden railing, etc.)
Do not place grill under combustible material (i.e.
wood, canvas, thatch, plastic, etc.).
gDo not block the flow of combustion and ventilation
air.
gOnly use your grill outside in a well-ventilated area.
Do not cook in a building, garage, or other enclosed
area.
gKeep flammable substances away from the grill,
including aerosols and aerosol containers, gasoline
and similar liquids, paper and paper products,
containers of grease, paint, etc.

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Installation continued
Hazardous Locations and Conditions Continued
gNever leave your grill unattended while it is in
operation.
gDo not wear flammable and/or loose clothing, such
as long sleeves, neckties, scarves, etc., while using
the grill.
Cabinet Base Mounting
Instructions
The Sterling FR and the Sterling G-Series FR grills are
designed for cabinet mounting. The Grill is packaged
separately from the Cabinet Base. Follow the procedures
below to mount the Grill Housing onto the Cabinet Base.
An open-end 7/16" wrench is required to install the
hardware which includes 1/4-20 hex head screws, flat
washers, and lock washers.
1. Set the Cabinet Base upright on a level surface and
set the Base Brake mechanism as shown on page 12.
This will keep the Cabinet Base stationary. Place the
Grill Housing onto the Cabinet Base and align the
mounting holes of both.
2. Place a lock washer followed by a flat washer on to
the hex head screw and from the inside of the
cabinet base, thread each screw upward into the
threaded hole of the grill body.
3. Before completely tightening any of the screws,
hand-tighten ALL of them into the threaded holes
and ensure the sides of the Grill Housing and
Cabinet Base are still aligned.
Figure 1. Clearance to Combustible
Construction (Sterling G-3000 FR Shown)
Pedestal Base Mounting
Instructions (Two Burner Sterling FR
Units only)
Assemble the Pedestal Base and mount the Grill Housing
as follows. The required hardware is tied to the top back
corner of the Pedestal Base in a plastic bag. An open-end
7/16" wrench and a #2 Phillips screwdriver are required
to install the included hardware. (See Figure 2, page 5)
1. Remove the Pedestal Base from the packaging
materials and set it on a level surface.
2. Remove the Gusset from the tank storage cavity and
remove the packaging from it. Place Gusset across
front top of Pedestal Base with top flange facing
away from the front of the Pedestal Base towards the
front of the grill. Align the four (4) holes and insert
four (4) 1/4"- 20 truss head screws through the holes
with the threads pointed into the tank storage cavity.
Then, place a flat washer on the screw followed by a
lock washer, followed by a 1/4" nut. Using the
Phillips screwdriver and the 7/16" open-end wrench
tighten each screw. See accompanying diagram with
Gusset.
3. Place the Grill Housing on the Pedestal Base and
align the holes in the bottom of the Grill Housing
with the holes in the top of the Base.
4. Fasten the Housing to the Base with the supplied
hardware: four (4) 1/4"-20 x 1/2" hex head bolts,
four (4) 1/4" flat washers, and four (4) 1/4" lock
washers. Place a lock washer followed by a flat
washer on to each bolt then insert each bolt with the
threads pointed upward into the aligned holes. Using
the 7/16" open-end wrench tighten each bolt.
In-Ground & Bolt-Down
Post Base (Two Burner Sterling FR
Models Only)
1. Install the In-Ground or Bolt-Down Post Base in
accordance with the instructions accompanying the
Post Base. (See Figures 3 & 4, page 5)

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Installation continued
In-Ground & Bolt-Down Post Base (Two Burner
Sterling FR Models Only) continued
2. Place the Grill Housing on the Base and align the
holes in the bottom of the Grill Housing with the
holes in the top of the Base.
3. Fasten the Housing to the Base with the supplied
hardware: four (4) 1/4"-20 x 1/2" hex head bolts,
four (4) 1/4" flat washers, and four (4) 1/4" lock
washers. Place a lock washer followed by a flat
washer on to each bolt then insert each bolt with the
threads pointed upward into the aligned holes. Using
the 7/16" open-end wrench tighten each bolt.
Figure 2. Pedestal Base shown with Gusset
Assembly (Sterling II FR shown)
In-Ground Posts should be protected against
corrosion as warranted by soil conditions. Corrosion
protection should be provided as needed with a
suitable coating to retard the effects of corrosion
existing in local areas.
Figure 3. In-ground Post Base (Sterling II FR
shown)
Figure 4. Bolt-down Post Base (Sterling II FR
shown)

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Installation continued
Side Shelf Installation (Sterling FR only)
Note: Our one (1) Side Shelf Vinyl Grill Cover is
designed for grills with the Side Shelf Mounted on the
left.
1. Remove the Side Shelf from the box.
2. Remove the protective coating from the Side Shelf.
3. Using a #2 Phillips-head Screwdriver loosen and
remove the upper two (2) Phillips-head Screws from
the left or right side of the Grill Housing.
(See Figure 5)
4. Loosen the lower two (2) Phillips-head Screws of
the left or right side of the Grill Housing.
Do not remove the screws.
5. Mount the Side Shelf on the loosened lower screws.
6. Insert two (2) Phillips-head screws into the upper
holes and tighten.
7. Tighten the lower screws.
Figure 5. Side Shelf Assembly (Sterling II FR
shown)
Assembly
Once the grill has been mounted on the appropriate base,
unpack the Radiant Glass Panels, the Cooking Grids, the
Burner Output Knobs and the Warming Rack and place
in their proper locations following the instructions.
Assembly continued
Radiant Glass Panels
1. Remove the Radiant Glass Panels from the
packaging material. The Panels are located in the
Prepack Box.
2. Place a Radiant Glass Panel with the smooth side up
onto the four support brackets directly above each
burner assembly. (See Figure 16, Page 16 or set up
sheet included with grill) If the glass is not level it
will be necessary to make a slight adjustment to the
brackets with a pair of pliers so that the glass sits
level on all four brackets.
Cooking Grids and Warming
Rack
1. Remove the Cooking Grids and Warming Rack from
the packaging material. Peel off any protective
adhesive coating from the Warming Rack. Wash the
Cooking Gridsand Warming Rack in warmsoapywater.
2. Set the Cooking Grids in place with the closed side
of the channels facing up, on top of the Radiant
Glass Panels. Set the Warming Rack in place on top
of the Hood Body Rear Trim Panel. (See Figures 16
& 18, Page 16 or set up sheet included with grill)
Burner Output Knobs
(Sterling FR)
1. Remove the Burner Output Knobs from the
packaging material. (see Figure 10 & 11, Page 10 or
set up sheet included with grill)
2. With the "OFF" indicator at the top, slide the Knob
fully onto the valve stem ensuring each knob is
centered in the surrounding bezel. Remove knob and
adjust bezel as necessary.
Burner Output Knobs
(Sterling G-Series FR)
1. Remove the Burner Output Knobs from the
packaging material. (see Figure 10 & 11, Page 10 )
2. Using a 5/64" Allen wrench (supplied), loosen the
set screw in the bottom of each knob, enough to
allow mounting onto the valve stems. Do not
remove the knob insert.
3. With the "OFF" indicator at the top, slide the Knob
fully onto the valve stem ensuring each knob is
centered in the surrounding bezel. Remove knob and
adjust bezel as necessary.
4. Turn the Knob counterclockwise to LOW and, while
continuously pushing the Knob firmly onto the valve
stem, tightenthe set screwusing the 5/64" Allen wrench.
THEN TURN THE KNOB CLOCKWISE TO "OFF"

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Gas Connection
General Overview
WARNING: THE GAS SUPPLY HOSE SHOULD BE
INSPECTED PRIOR TO EACH USE. DO NOT USE A
GAS HOSE THAT HAS ABRASIONS, CUTS, DRY ROT
OR EXCESSIVE WEAR. IF DAMAGE IS PRESENT, THE
HOSE MUST BE REPLACED WITH A TEC-SPECIFIED
HOSE PRIOR TO USING THE GRILL. LISTS OF
REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE FOUND IN APPENDIX C
AND D.
WARNING: WHEN YOUR GRILL IS STORED
INDOORS, REMOVE AND STORE THE LP GAS
CYLINDER OUTDOORS IN A PROTECTED, COOL AND
DRY LOCATION OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. THE
CYLINDER SHOULD NOT BE STORED IN A BUILDING,
GARAGE OR ANY OTHER ENCLOSED AREA.
Follow the procedures outlined in this section closely to
ensure safe and proper grill operation. The Sterling FR
and the Sterling G-Series grills are offered in one of two
gas configurations: LP (Liquid Propane) or Natural gas.
Reference Table A.1 below for regulator specifications.
Grills that do not use LP gas with a standard 20 lb. LP
cylinder must be installed by qualified personnel. This
includes all Natural gas and permanently installed units
as well as LP Bulk Tank installations. Gas regulators
specified by TEC must be installed and used at all times.
Refer to Table A.1 below for gas supply specifications,
or see rating plate located on the grill.
LP Gas Cylinder Safety
WARNING: WHEN PURCHASED FOR USE WITH LP
GAS, THE STERLING AND STERLING G-SERIES
GRILLS COME WITH A REGULATOR ASSEMBLY
THAT USES A TYPE 1 CYLINDER CONNECTION
DEVICE. THIS DEVICE MUST BE USED WITH A TYPE
1 VALVE CYLINDER CONNECTION.
NOTICE: AN LP GAS CYLINDER IS NOT PROVIDED
FROM THE FACTORY WITH THIS GRILL. HOWEVER,
ONLY APPROVED 20 LB. LP GAS CYLINDERS
CONSTRUCTED AND MARKED IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE SPECIFICATIONS FOR LP GAS
CYLINDERS OF
THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
(D.O.T) OR NATIONAL STANDARD OF CANADA,
CAN/CGA-B339, CYLINDERS, SPHERES AND TUBES
FOR THE TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS
GOODS; AND COMMISSION, AS APPLICABLE
SHOULD BE USED. ALL APPROVED CYLINDERS
MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH AN INTEGRAL COLLAR
DESIGNED TO PROTECT THE CYLINDER VALVE
FROM DAMAGE, AS WELL AS A LISTED OVERFILL
PROTECTION DEVICE. DO NOT USE OR TRY TO
REPAIR A DAMAGED LP GAS CYLINDER AT ANY
TIME. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL LP GAS SUPPLIER
FOR REPLACEMENT. ALSO, YOU SHOULD ALWAYS
OBSERVE THE FOLLOWING PRECAUTIONS:
gDo not store a spare gas cylinder under or within 15
feet of this grill or any other open flame, heat
producing appliance or heat source.
gDo not fill your gas cylinder beyond 80% full.
gGas cylinders come with a pressure relief valve. If a
cylinder is subjected to excessive heat, the relief
valve will open and let highly flammable gas vapor
and/or liquid escape. Therefore, do not store gas
cylinders near or under an open flame or source of
heat. Store cylinders only in outside well ventilated
areas.
gPlace a dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet
whenever the cylinder is not in use. Only install the
type of dust cap on the cylinder that is provided with
the cylinder valve. Other types of caps or plugs may
result in leakage of propane.
WARNING: FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE ABOVE
PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN A FIRE CAUSING
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
Installing Your LP Gas
Cylinder
NOTICE: FOR YOUR SAFETY, ONLY USE THE
REGULATOR AND HOSE ASSEMBLY PROVIDED AS
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT WITH YOUR GRILL OR, IF
REPLACEMENT PARTS ARE NECESSARY, USE ONLY
TEC-SPECIFIED REPLACEMENT PARTS.
GAS, REGULATOR AND
BASE TYPE
SUPPLY PRESSURE
(IN. WC (kPa),
MAX/MIN)
OPERATING
PRESSURE (IN. WC
(kPa)
MAIN BURNER
ORIFICE SIZE
(DMS/DIA.)
BURNER INPUT
(BTU/HR. (W)/EA.)
Natural model RV-
47L (NG)
stationary 14.0 (3.4)/5.0 (1.2) 4.0 (1.0) 49 (0.0730") 17,000 (4,983)
LP model RV-47L (LP)
stationary (LP Bulk Tank) 14.0 (3.4)/12.0 (3.0) 10.0 (2.7) 56 (0.0465") 16,000 (4,983)
LP (20 lb Tank) 125 psi (861), max 10.0 (2.7) 56 (0.0465") 16,000 (4,983)
Table A.1. Gas Supply Specifications

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Gas Connection continued
NOTICE: A FIRE EXTINGUISHER FOR CLASS A, B,
C & D FIRES SHOULD BE READILY AVAILABLE AT
ALL TIMES.
WARNING: THE VENTILATION/ACCESS OPENINGS
FOR THE TANK, IN THE REAR AND LOWER FRONT
OF THE CABINET, MUST BE FREE AND CLEAR FROM
DEBRIS. THE GAS MUST BE TURNED OFF AT THE
SUPPLY CYLINDER WHEN THE GRILL IS NOT IN USE.
Be sure to set the gas cylinder upright so the Cylinder
Valve is at the top. This will ensure proper vapor
withdrawal.
Procedure for 20 lb Tank Connection: (See
Figures 6, 7, 8)
1. In order to make sure the Cylinder Valve is fully
closed, turn the Handwheel clockwise until it stops.
2. Turn all Burner Output Knobs to OFF.
3. Move the grill to a level, open area and engage the
Base Brake to limit rolling. (See Figure 15, Page 13)
4. Place the gas cylinder in the space provided in the
base and secure the tank with the tank strap latch
assembly. (See Figure 7 or 8 ) Remove the
protective caps from Cylinder Valve Outlet and
Nipple, as necessary.
5. Inspect the Coupling Nut, Nipple, Cylinder Valve
Outlet and Cylinder Valve for any damage, dirt or
debris. Remove dirt or debris. Replace any damaged
parts with TEC-specified replacement parts or parts
approved by your Gas Cylinder Supplier.
6. Inspect Regulator and Hose Assembly for any
damage, dirt or debris. Remove dirt or debris.
Replace any damaged parts prior to use.
7. With the Regulator in your hand, insert the Nipple
into the Cylinder Valve. Make sure the Nipple is
centered in the Cylinder Valve Outlet. Tighten the
Coupling Nut by hand, making sure not to cross-
thread the connection. Please note that when you
connect your cylinder to the grill, you will feel the
nipple seal when there is slight resistance. (See
Figure 6) Turn until the Coupling Nut will turn no
further (about one-half to three-quarters of a turn) to
complete the connection. Tighten only by hand; do
not use tools. If you cannot complete the final
connection, disconnect the Coupling Nut and repeat
step 7, above. If you are still unable to complete the
connection, replace the appropriate parts.
8. (CABINET MODELS) With the Regulator Hose in
your hand, place the hose through the hole in the
front of the LP Hose Support Bracket, avoiding all
contact with the drip tray. Then attach Quick
Disconnect Fitting to the Gas Manifold Connection
using the Quick Disconnect Instructions on page 10.
Figure 6. REGULATOR AND HOSE / COUPLING
ASSEMBLY
9. (PEDESTAL MODELS) With the Regulator Hose
in your hand, place the hose through the back-side of
the LP Hose Support Bracket avoiding all contact
with the drip tray. Then place the hose through the
hole in the right side of the Pedestal Body and attach
the Quick Disconnect Fitting to the Gas Manifold
Connection using Quick Disconnect instructions on
page 10.
Figure 7. Gas Tank Placement-Sterling II FR
Pedestal
Figure 8. Gas Tank Placement-Sterling and
Sterling G-Series Cabinet