Vermont Castings Signature VCS3006 Manual

50003807 01/06 Rev.0 En
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Tools Required: knife or scissors, #2 and #3 Phillips or Robertson (square head) screwdriver,
7/16” and 3/8” wrench or ratchet, hammer, flat head screwdriver.
VCS3006 / VCS3506 ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES
Step 1: Unpack Carton and Verify Contents
CAUTION:
Use a sharp cutting tool to cut the straps on the packaging and then open the carton top. The sleeve
surrounding the barbecue can be removed by lifting it straight up and over the top of the unit. Unpack all
parts and c Next,
. Be careful not to scratch or damage the finish of the metal
parts when removing the protective plastic. Refer to the parts list for fastener detail.
Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly is strongly
recommended
ompare all contents to the parts list that accompanies this assembly manual. remove the
protective plastic coverings from the metal parts

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Step 2:Attach the Caster Inserts to the Cabinet sides
Parts Required:
Step 3:Attach the Cabinet Sides to the Bottom Panel
Parts Required:
A.
B.
C.
Step 4: Install the Casters
Parts Required:
(2) Cabinet Sides
(4) Caster Inserts
Insert one (1) Caster Insert into both bottom corners of the
cabinet end and ensure they are fully pushed in and
engaged.
Next: Repeat this step for the opposite Cabinet Side.
(1) Bottom Panel
(2) Cabinet Sides with Caster Inserts attached
(6) 1/4-20 x 1/2” Bolts
(8) 1/4-20 x 1-1/2” Bolts
(14) 1/4-20 Nuts
Position the Bottom Panel and Cabinet Sides as shown
in Fig. 3a, and align the holes of the Bottom Panel with the
holes in the Cabinet Side.
Insert a 1/4-20 x 1/2” Bolt through each of the side holes
of the Cabinet Sides and tighten using 1/4-20 nuts for each.
(3 bolts per side)
For each bottom corner of the cabinet assembly, insert
two (2) 1/4-20 x 1-1/2” bolts all the way through the end
holes of the Cabinet Side and through the Caster Insert,
then tighten using (1) 1/4-20 nuts for each.
(4) Casters
Insert the stem of the Caster as far as possible into the
bottom of each Caster Insert. Ensure the Casters are locked
by pushing the locking tabs into the “down” position.
Fig. 2
Fig. 3a
Fig. 3b
A
C
B
Fig. 4
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FRONT
FRONT
FRONT

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Step 5: Install the Front Panel
Parts Required:
Note:
Note:
Step 6: Attach U-Clips to Base Ends and Insert Side
Shelf Bolts
Parts Required:
A.
(1) Front Panel
(4) #10-24 x 1/2” Bolts
(4) #10-24 Lock Nuts
Before you install the Front Panel, ensure the bottom
panel is positioned so the hole for the LP cylinder is
towards the back and the smaller Knock-Out Hole is to the
right of the cylinder hole.
Be sure to remove all protective plastic coating from
stainless steel parts.
Align the holes on the side of the front panel with the holes
on the cabinet side, making sure that the lighting
instructions on the front panel are right side up. Next, insert
two (2) #10-24 x 1/2” Bolts through the side of the front
panel and cabinet side (Fig. 5b). Ensure the front of the
panel is flush with the front of the cabinet side and screw on
#10-24 Lock Nuts to secure the front panel in place.
Repeat this step for the opposite side of the panel.
(2) U-Clip Fasteners
(8) 1/4-20 x 1-1/2” Bolts
Place the two (2) U-Clips onto the back of the grill body
as shown in Fig. 6. Be sure the flat side faces out.
B. Partially insert one (1) 1/4-20 x 1-1/2“ Bolt into each of
the four threaded inserts on the side of the Grill Body as
shown in Fig. 6. The bolts should only be threaded about
half-way in.
Repeat steps 6Aand 6B for the opposite side of the grill.
VCS3006 / VCS3506 Assembly
FRONT
FRONT
Fig. 5a
Fig. 5b
Fig. 6
U-Clip
FRONT

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Step 7:Attach the Grill Head to the Cabinet
Parts Required:
Note:
A.
B.
C.
(6) 1/4-20 x 1/2” Bolts
(2) #10-24 Bolts
Two people are recommended to complete this step.
Place the Main Unit on top of the cabinet making sure
the lid is held shut before lifting.
Once the Main Unit is fitted on top of the cabinet, insert
two (2) #10-24 Bolts through the U-clips installed at the
back of the grill head. Securely tighten the bolts.
Insert one (1) 1/4-20 x 1/2” Bolt into each of the three
holes at the top of the Cabinet Sides (3 bolts per side) as
shown in Fig. 7b. Do not tighten these bolts yet; leave them
about 1/2 threaded into the holes.
VCS3006 / VCS3506 Assembly
A
B
C
C
FRONT
Fig. 7a
Fig. 7b

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Step 8: Install the Front Fascia
Parts Required:
A.
B.
Step 9: Install U-Clip Fasteners to Shelf Supports
Parts Required:
Note:
(1) Front Fascia
Slide the Front Fascia onto the two (2) front bolts from
Step 7C as shown in Fig. 8. Next, securely tighten the six
(6) bolts to fasten the grill head and fascia in place.
Remove the screw shown in Fig. 8 from the unit. This
screw must be removed from both sides. A new set of
screws has been provided in the hardware bag for when the
screws are re-installed in Step 12B.
(2) #10-20 U-Clip Fasteners
(1) Shelf Support (Left Side)
(1) Shelf Support (Right Side)
Install the two (2) U-Clip fasteners on the Side Shelf
Supports as shown in Fig. 9. One (1) U-Clip should be
placed on each bracket, with the flat side down.
The remaining Right Side Shelf Support and Left
Side Shelf Support do not require U-Clip fasteners.
VCS3006 / VCS3506 Assembly
Fig. 8
B. Screw
Fig. 9

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Step 10: Pre-Assemble Side Shelves
Parts Required:
Note:
Step 11:Attach the Side Shelves
(2) Shelf Supports (Right side)
(2) Shelf Supports (Left Side)
(1)Shelf Right
(1)Shelf Left
(2) #10-24 Bolts (black)
(2) #10-24 Bolts (Stainless)
(2) #10-24 Lock Nuts
Be sure to remove all protective plastic coating
from stainless steel parts.
Use the two (2) Shelf Supports from step 9 (with U-Clip
fasteners) in addition to the two (2) remaining Shelf
Supports. Each U-Clip support is mounted to the rear of
the side shelf.
Secure each Shelf Support to the Shelf by inserting one (1)
#10-24 Bolt (black) through the U-Clip at the back corner
as shown in Fig. 10 and one (1) #10-24 Bolt (stainless)
through the hole at the opposite end and tighten using one
(1) Lock Nut. Then repeat the step to secure the other Side
Shelf.
Align the holes of the Side Shelf Supports over the
partially inserted bolts (from step 6) and gently push down
until the bolts settle into the slots at the top of the holes.
Tighten the bolts fully.
Next: Repeat Step 11 for the other side shelf.
VCS3006 / VCS3506 Assembly
Nut
U-Clip
Stainless
10-24 Bolt
Black
10-24 Bolt
Fig. 10
Fig. 11

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Step 12: Secure the Side Shelves to the Grill Body
Parts Required:
A.
B.
(2) #8-18 x 1/2” Screws
(2) #10-24 x 1/2” Bolts
Lift the grill lid and insert one (1) #10-24 x 1/2” bolt,
shown as “A” in Fig. 12a, to further secure the right shelf to
the grill body.
Attach the left shelf to the Console by inserting one (1)
#8-18 x 1/2” Screw as shown in Fig. 12b.
Next: Repeat Steps 12A and 12B to secure the right shelf to
the grill body.
VCS3006 / VCS3506 Assembly
A
B
Fig. 12a
Fig. 12b

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Step 13: Attach Shelf Insert (VCS3506 Only)
Parts Required:
Step 14: Attach Knobs
Note: If you have purchased the optional side burner,
skip this step and refer to the instruction sheet included
with the side burner for installation instructions.
(1) Lid (S/B-Single)
(4) #10-24 x 1/2” Bolts
(4) #10-24 Lock Nuts
Place the Lid (S/B-Single) in the opening on the right
shelf so it sits flush with the top of the shelf.
Next, attach the Insert to the right shelf using four (4)
#10-24 x 1/2” Bolts and four (4) #10-24 Lock Nuts.
Parts Required: (3) Knobs
Align the knobs on the valve stems and push inward until
the knob sits snugly on the stem.
Note: Be sure to remove all protective plastic coating
from stainless steel parts.
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Fig. 13
Fig. 14

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Step 15: Install Grease Cup, Cup Holder and Pan
Parts Required:
(1) Pan
Grease Cup
Grease Cup Holder
Attach the Grease cup Holder to the Grease Cup by
inserting the vertical prongs through two of the holes in
the lip of the Grease Cup on the narrow side.
Next: Attach the Grease Cup Holder to the bottom of the
grease pan by squeezing the two hook ends of the holder
together until they can fit into the opening of the grease
pan.
Then slide the grease pan into the two support rails under
the back of the grill with the cup and pan opening on the
right side. Be sure the pan settles into place on the
support rails to ensure there will be no leakage.
(1)
(1)
Insert
Insert
Fig. 15a
Fig. 15b
Fig. 15c
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VCS3006 / VCS3506 Assembly
Step 16: Install the Internal Components
Parts Required:
Step 17: Install the Battery
(3) Sear Plates
(2) Cooking Grates
(1) Warming Rack
Carefully place each of the three (3) Sear plates side by
side inside the barbecue, making sure the semicircular
finger groove is facing toward the front of the grill. Each
sear plate rests just above each burner tube.
Next, set the two (2) cooking grates, side by side, on the
upper ledge of the grill tub. Make sure the finger groove
is facing toward the front of the grill.
Set the warming rack into the supports located on either
side of the rear lid.
Parts Required: (1) “AAA” Battery
Unscrew the Ignition Button from the console and insert
a “AAA” battery into the housing by placing the positive
side of the battery in first. Then screw the Ignition button
back into the console.
Sear Plate
Burner
Cooking
Grates
Warming
Rack
Fig. 16a
Fig. 16b
Fig. 17