Vermont Castings Signature Series User manual

50003787 01/06 Rev.0 En
Model
VCS5006
Shown
USER’S MANUAL for Models
as Barbecue Grill
VCS3006, VCS3506, VCS3506BI, VCS4006, VCS4106,
VCS5006, VCS5016, VCS5006BI, VCS6006
(Propane & Natural Gas)
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Warnings
DANGER
WARNING
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.
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.
Always read and understand the WARNINGS and SAFETY
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 in or near the Grill, for convenient future reference.
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Warnings
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The Signal Words used in this Manual, and their intended meanings, are as follows :
Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in death or
catastrophic bodily injury.
Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in serious
bodily injury.
Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in property
damage or minor bodily injury.
Designates important information relating to the safe use of the Grill.
Since this outdoor cooking appliance is movable, is fueled by natural or propane gas, generates
very high temperatures for cooking and emits carbon monoxide as a by-product of combustion,
prudent precautions must be taken to assure its safe use.
This Grill has been designed for OUTDOOR use only.
Never use this outdoor Grill inside any building, garage, shed or breezeway, or inside any boat,
trailer or recreational vehicle, to prevent a possible fire and to prevent the possibility of carbon
monoxide poisoning or asphyxiation
Exposing an overfilled or a disconnected propane cylinder to heat could cause
venting of fuel through the pressure release valve. Since propane vapor is heavier than air it
tends to pool and, if ignited, could produce a violent fire or explosion.
Never install a propane cylinder if it is more than 80% full, as the contents may lack adequate
room for expansion when exposed to heat.
Never store a spare Propane Gas Cylinder in the cylinder compartment of this Grill, because it
will be exposed to high temperatures when the Grill is in use.
This Gas Barbecue Grill will provide you with many hours of pleasure and enjoyment, if it is
used in accordance with the Warnings and Safety Instructions contained in this Manual.
The essential Warnings and Safety Instructions are located throughout the pages of this Manual,
but some of the principal ones have been summarized as follows for your convenience:
DANGER:
WARNING:
CAUTION:
NOTE:
DANGER:
DANGER:
SIGNAL WORDS:
IMPORTANT WARNINGS:

A. SAFE LOCATIONS FOR USE OF THIS OUTDOOR GRILL
Warnings
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DANGER:
WARNINGS:
Never use this outdoor Grill inside any building, garage, shed or breezeway, or inside any boat, trailer or
recreational vehicle, to prevent a possible fire and to prevent the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning
or asphyxiation.
Always confirm that this Grill is not positioned under a combustible object (e.g., an awning or umbrella) or
in a covered area (e.g., a porch or gazebo) before lighting it, to prevent a possible fire.
Always confirm that this Grill is not positioned under the overhang of a house, a garage or other structure
before lighting it. An overhang will serve to deflect flare-ups and radiated heat into the structure itself, which
could result in a fire.
Always confirm that the installation of this Grill conforms with the requirements of all local Codes or, in the
absence of any applicable local Codes, with either the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54, or
CAN/CGA-B149.1, Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code.
Always confirm that this Grill is positioned more than
36” (1 m) away from any combustible materials or
surfaces before lighting it, and that no gasoline or other
volatile substances are stored in the vicinity of this
Grill. The temperature of a grease fire or of the
radiated heat might otherwise be sufficient to ignite
nearby combustibles or volatile substances.
Always locate this Grill where there will be ample
combustion and ventilation air, but never position it in
the direct path of a strong wind.
Never allow the Grill to operate while unattended, to
prevent uncontrolled grease fires from erupting.
Never store or use gasoline or other flammable or
volatile substances in the vicinity of this Grill or in the
vicinity of any other heat-generating appliance,
because of the danger of starting a fire.
Fig. 1
36” (1 m)
36” (1 m)
Never attempt to move this Grill while it is in operation
or while it is still hot, to prevent possible personal injury.

B. SAFE USE OF LP (PROPANE) GAS
C. SAFE USE OF NATURAL GAS
Always store your spare Propane Gas Cylinders in an outdoor area that is well-ventilated, shady, cool and
removed from any heat source. Always store those cylinders in an upright position. Never store a spare
cylinder in the vicinity of this Grill, or in the vicinity of any other heat-generating appliance.
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DANGER:
WARNINGS:
Never install a propane cylinder that is more than 80 % full, as the contents may lack adequate room for
expansion when exposed to heat. Propane vapor may then be vented through the pressure release valve,
which could accumulate in a pool and later result in a fire or explosion.
Always instruct your certified propane fuel supplier to confirm by weight that your cylinder is not more than
80 % full. An empty cylinder will weigh about 19 lb., while a properly filled cylinder should weigh no more
than 39 lb.
Never store a spare Propane Cylinder in the cylinder compartment of this Grill. Exposing a disconnected
cylinder to heat could result in the venting of propane vapor through the pressure release valve, and the
pooled vapor could result in a violent fire. (No hazard is posed by the connected cylinder if it is not
overfilled, however, as it tends to refrigerate itself while it is being used.)
Always confirm that all openings in the cylinder compartment of this Grill are free of any obstructions that
would restrict the circulation of ventilation air. Good ventilation will prevent the pooling of leaked propane
vapor, which is heavier than air, and which could explode if ignited.
Always consult the Rating Label on the back of the Grill to confirm which fuel must be used with the Grill.
Never operate the Grill with propane gas if it has been configured to use natural gas, to prevent hazardous
overheating.
Always confirm that there are no gas leaks before lighting this Grill. Apply a 50/50 solution of liquid soap
and water to the gas supply line connectors with a brush or spray bottle, and watch for bubbles. Never use a
match or open flame to test for gas leaks.
Always visually inspect the gas supply line for fraying, cracking or rodent damage before each use of this
Grill and, if necessary, install a replacement obtained from your dealer before lighting this Grill.
Always consult the Rating Label on the back of the Grill to confirm which fuel must be used with the Grill.
Never attempt to operate the Grill with natural gas if it has been configured to use propane gas, to prevent
possible bodily injury.
Always employ a qualified service agency to install all necessary gas supply plumbing, for safety reasons and
to assure compliance with all applicable Codes.
Warnings

D. PREVENTION OF BURNS
E. ELECTRICAL SAFETY
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Always promptly shut off the gas supply and immediately extinguish all flames if you smell gas. Always seek
assistance from your gas supplier or local Fire Department if the gas smell persists, because of the danger of
fire or explosion.
Always confirm that there are no gas leaks before lighting this Grill. Apply a 50/50 solution of liquid soap
and water to the gas supply line connectors with a brush or spray bottle, and watch for bubbles. Never use a
match or open flame to test for gas leaks.
Always visually inspect the gas supply line for fraying, cracking or rodent damage before each use of this
Grill and, if necessary, install a replacement before lighting this Grill.
Never permit a gas supply line to contact any heated surface of this Grill.
Always keep children and pets under close supervision when using this Grill, and never permit them to come
near the Grill while it is in use, as the exterior surfaces will be very hot.
Always wear insulated protective mitts when working at the Grill, or when attempting to close a gas supply
valve after cooking has been completed, to prevent possible burns. Always use insulated pot holders when
handling containers of hot food.
Always wear an insulated protective mitt when adding a smoking agent to a Smoker Box.
Never store or use gasoline or other flammable or volatile substances in the vicinity of this Grill, or in the
vicinity of any other heat-generating appliance.
Always confirm that this Grill has been grounded in accordance with local Codes or, in the absence of local
Codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1,
when an external electrical source is being utilized for the Rotisserie Motor.
Always use a grounded three-prong outlet and a three-prong extension cord to energize the Rotisserie
Motor. Never alter or remove the grounding prong on the Rotisserie Power Cord, as an electric shock hazard
would then result.
Never permit an electrical supply cord to contact any heated surface of this Grill.
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Table of Contents
Safety
Gas Hookup
Operation
Cooking
Care &
Maintenance
Troubleshooting Guide
Important Warnings
Clearance Requirements
Table of Contents
Fuels
Safety
Hooking Up to the Gas Supply
LP Gas Supply Connection
Natural Gas Supply Connection
Test for Leaks
Control Functions
Lighting the Main Burners
Turning the Burners Off
Flare-ups
Match Lighting the Main Burner
Lighting the Rotisserie Burner
Match Lighting the Rotisserie Burner
Rotisserie Setup
Lighting the Side Burner
Shutting the Side Burner Off
Methods of Cooking
Preparing Food for the Grill
Grilling Tips
Cooking Time Chart
Burners
Rotisserie Burners
Side Burners
Cooking Grids
Drip Tray
Stainless Steel Panels
Porcelain Enamel Castings
Burner Adjustment
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FUELS
WARNING:
WARNING:
Never use Natural Gas in a Grill that has been configured to burn Propane Gas, and never use
Propane Gas in a Grill that has been configured to use Natural Gas, to avoid possible bodily injury. Always
consult the Rating Label on the back of your Grill to confirm which fuel must be used with the Grill.
Use only the pressure regulator and type I propane gas supply coupling and hose that is
originally provided with this appliance or as specified, (see Fig. 2).
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ADDITIONAL WARNINGS:
Always install a 20 lb. propane cylinder that is equipped with a
type I valve outlet (see Fig. 3), and that has a 12” diameter and
an 18” height. Always use a propane cylinder that has been
constructed and marked in conformance with either the
specifications for LP Gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of
Transportation or the specifications in the National Standard
of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinder, Spheres and Tube for
Transportation of Dangerous Goods, as applicable.
Always confirm that your propane cylinder is equipped with a
shutoff valve terminating in a Type I propane cylinder valve
outlet connection, and that it has been provided with a collar to
protect the cylinder valve.
Never install a propane cylinder in this Grill unless it is
equipped with a listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD).
Always have a new propane cylinder properly purged of air by
your certified propane gas dealer. Since a new cylinder is
initially filled with air, the air must first be purged before it is
filled with propane.
Always visually inspect the gas supply line for fraying, cracking
or rodent damage before each use of this Grill and, if
necessary, install a replacement obtained from your dealer
prior to lighting this Grill.
Place dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is
not in use. Only install the type of dust cap on the cylinder
valve that is provided with the cylinder valve. Other types of
caps or plugs may result in leakage of propane.
Safety
Fig. 2
Type 1
Connector
Check hose for breaks
or wear before each use.
Regulator
Shutoff Valve
Collar
Fig. 3

DANGER:
ADDITIONAL WARNINGS:
a) Do not store a spare LP - Gas Cylinder under or near this appliance
b) Never fill the cylinder beyond 80% full; and
c) If the information in a) and b) is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may occur.
WARNING: Always confirm that the openings in the cylinder compartment of the Grill are free of any
obstructions that would restrict the circulation of ventilation air. Good ventilation will prevent any possible
accumulation of leaked propane vapor, which is heavier than air and which could explode if ignited.
NOTE: Always have a certified propane gas supplier inspect and re-qualify your refillable propane gas cylinder
prior to each refilling, in accordance with DOT or TC requirements for propane cylinders.
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Always handle propane cylinders with great care, as the contents are under high pressure.
Always close the propane cylinder valve promptly after each use of the Grill.
Always store propane cylinders outdoors, in an upright, secure position, out of direct sunlight, away from
living quarters and in a well-ventilated, cool, dry area. NEVER STORE A CYLINDER IN A BUILDING,
GARAGE OR OTHER STRUCTURE OR ENCLOSED AREA.
Always keep cylinders out of reach of children.
Always confirm that a valve dust cap has been tightly installed and that the valve itself is fully closed,
whenever a propane cylinder has been disconnected.
Always transport a propane cylinder in an upright, secure position, after confirming that its valve is closed.
Always stabilize a cylinder so that it cannot move, when it is being transported in a car trunk.
Never transport a propane cylinder in the passenger compartment of a car or truck.
Never store a Gas Grill indoors, unless the propane cylinder has first been disconnected and removed from
the Grill.
Never expose a propane cylinder to any heat source, never apply heat directly to a cylinder and never store a
spare cylinder in the vicinity of this Grill.
Never paint a propane cylinder a dark color, as this can cause the cylinder and its contents to overheat.
The LP cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal. The cylinder must be upright with the valve at the
top. (Fig. 3)
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Fig. 5
Gas Hookup
Hooking Up to the LP (Propane) Gas Supply
FOR YOUR SAFETY
LP (PROPANE) GAS SUPPLY CONNECTION
WARNING:
CAUTION:
1.
2.
1.
2.
3.
Always conduct a leak test before lighting the
Grill, to prevent a possible fire or explosion (see page 5).
For connection of an LP gas grill to a fixed pipe
LP bulk system, consult your local gas supplier.
WARNING:
WARNING:
Never store or use gasoline or any
other volatile substance in the vicinity of this Grill.
Never store a spare propane cylinder
in the vicinity of this Grill, or in the vicinity of any
other potential heat source.
Always place the propane tank in the tank locator hole in
the bottom pan of the cylinder compartment.
Always confirm that all burner control knobs are in the
OFF position before activating the gas supply.
Always connect the gas supply regulator as follows:
Insert the nipple of the valve coupling into the tank valve
and tighten the connection collar by turning it clockwise
with one hand while holding the regulator with the other
(see Fig. 4).
Fig. 4