Vermont Castings VANGUARD G54003 User manual

VERMONT CASTINGS VANGUARDTM/MC
4–BURNER BARBECUE
G54003
ASSEMBLY MANUAL
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LAST UPDATE: MAR 25, 2020
SERIAL NO./ N° DE SÉRIE

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PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH YOUR
BARBECUE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH YOUR
BARBECUE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WELCOME TO VERMONT CASTINGS
Founded in 1975, Vermont Castings has always stood for
uncompromising commitment to quality craftsmanship and
meaningful design. Our wood stoves and hearth products deliver
more than heat – they create a warmth that unites.
Lit with purpose, our line of Vermont Castings barbecues are
designed to deliver your best grilling experience. With a durable,
robust construction built to last through the years, thoughtfully
constructed components that stand up to grilling in any season,
and a simplied system to make maintaining your investment
easier, Vermont Castings continues the promise of unwavering
quality and purposeful design.
Vermont Castings barbecues do more than just grill. They let you
create enduring connections around food and ame.
ANS Z21.58-2018 / CSA1.6-2018
Outdoor Cooking Gas Appliances
ANS Z21.58-2018 / CSA1.6-2018
Outdoor Cooking Gas Appliances

WARNING
Failure to follow all of the Manufacturer’s
instructions could result in hazardous res,
explosions, property damage, or serious
personal injury or even death.
Follow all leak check procedures carefully
prior to operation of barbecue, even if grill
was dealer assembled. Do not try to light
this barbecue without reading the Lighting
Instructions section of this manual.
THIS MANUAL MUST REMAIN WITH THE PRODUCT AT ALL TIMES
CAUTION
Read and follow all safety statements,
assembly instructions, use and care
directions before attempting to
assemble and cook.
CAUTION
Sharp edges. Wear gloves when
assembling your grill.
INSTALLER OR ASSEMBLER/
CONSUMER
This manual should be kept with the BBQ
at all times.
HEAVY ARTICLE NEEDS 2 TO LIFT
To ORDER non-warranty replacement parts or accessories, or to register your warranty,
please visit us on the web at www.vermontcastingbbq.com
DANGER
1. If you smell Gas:
a. Shut o gas to the appliance
b. Extinguish any open ame
c. Open lid
d. If odor continues, keep
away from the appliance and
immediately call your gas
supplier or your re department
2. Requires two people to complete the
assembly process.
3. Beware of sharp edges.
THIS BARBECUE IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
CONTACT CALL CENTRE IF ANY PARTS ARE MISSING
1-844-586-4660
WARNING
1. Do not store or use gasoline or
other ammable liquids or vapours
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.
WARNING
IN DIRECT SUN, AND IN OPERATION,
YOUR BBQ’S STAINLESS STEEL AND
PAINTED STEEL PARTS CAN BECOME
VERY HOT.

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TOOLS REQUIRED
Mallet Screwdrivers Wrench 4 People
SYMBOLS
HARDWARE PACK
SYMBOLS: THESE SYMBOLS ARE USED THROUGHOUT THIS ASSEMBLY MANUAL TO EMPHASIZE CRITICAL
AND IMPORTANT PART INFORMATION.
HEAVIEST END STOP
PARTS
PART NO. DESCRIPTION PHOTO QTY
1 ¼"-20UNC x 38 Screw 6
2 ¼"-20UNC x 13 Screw 21
3 NO.10-24UNC x 13 Screw 29
4 ST4.8 x 10 Tapping Screw 2
5 Wheel Bushing 3
6Pin, Wheel 1
7 Spacer, Door Handle 4
8 Pin, Main Burner 4
9 Wing Nut, Side Burner 1
10 NO.10-24UNC x 23 Screw 4
11 ¼"-20UNC x 18 Screw 8
12 Electrode Wire Clip 3
13 NO.10-24UNC x 13 Hex Screw 4

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MODEL No. 085-3156-0/G54003
PARTS
ITEM
NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION PART NO.
AA 1 Top Lid Assembly G540-4000-02
AB 1 Lid Handle G540-0017-02
AC 1 Thermometer G366-0035-01
AD 2 Top Lid screw & hitch pin G539-0024-02
AE 2 Lid Bumper, Top Lid G539-0034-01
AF 2 Lid Bumper, Burner Box G527-0002-02
BA 1Burner Box Assembly G540-1700-01
BB 1 Top Frame G540-0100-01
BC 4 Main Burners G366-0700-01
BD 2 Electrode Set 650mm,
Main Burner
G366-0030-01
BE 4 Electrode Set 950mm,
Main Burner
G539-0028-01
BF 4 Heat plate G366-0057-01
BG 3 Cooking Grate, Main Burner G366-0032-01
BH 1 Heat Shield, Burner Box G366-0061-01
BI 1 Warming Rack G540-0015-01
BJ 1 Match Holder G570-0035-01
CA 1 Control Panel G540-0005-01
CB 1 Heat Shield, Control Panel G540-0023-01
CC 4 Control Knob, Main Burner G366-1500-01
CD 4 Control Knob Bezel, Main Burner G366-0010-01
CE1 1 Electronic Ignition Module G540-0002-01
CE2 1 Battery Cover G366-0006-02
CE3 1 Ignition Switch G366-0011-01
CF 1 Ground Wire G602-0024-03
CG 1Manifold Assembly G540-1200-01
CH 1 Regulator G312-1004-01
CI 1 Regulator Bracket G366-0046-01
CJ 1 Front Brace with Door Magnet G540-1300-01
CK 2 Metal Hose G508-0024-01
CL 1 Hose Connector G466-0085-01
DA 1Grease Drawer Assembly G540-3600-01
DB 1 Replacement Liner G366-0056-01
DC 1 Grease Pan G366-0055-01
DD 1 Heat Shield, Grease Pan G366-0060-01
EA 1 Side Shelf Table, Left G539-0025-01
EB 1 Side Shelf Fascia, Left G540-0500-01
EC 1 Side Burner Table, Right G540-0600-01
ITEM
NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION PART NO.
ED 3 Tool Hooks G366-0041-01
EE 1 Side Burner Fascia, Right G540-0700-01
EF 1 Side Burner Drip Pan G515-0083-01
EG 1 Side Burner Lid G518-0036-01
EH 1 Side Burner Valve G540-0006-01
EI 1 Side Burner G540-2100-01
EJ 1 Electrode Set, Side Burner G515-0039-02
EK 1 Cooking Grate, Side Burner G540-0020-01
EL 1 Control Knob, Side Burner G540-2200-01
EM 1 Control Knob Bezel, Side Burner G540-0019-01
EN 4 Side Shelf Support Brace G539-0500-01
FA 1 Front Leg, Left (F1) G366-1001-01
FB 1 Back Leg, Left (F1) G366-1002-01
FC 1 Cart Side Panel, Left (F1) G366-1003-01
FD 1 Front Leg, Right (F2) G366-1101-01
FE 1 Back Leg, Right (F2) G366-1102-01
FF 1 Upper Cart Side Panel, Right (F2) G366-1103-01
FG 1 Lower Cart Side Panel, Right (F2) G366-1104-01
FH 1 Cylinder support G539-0017-02
FI 1 Tank Base Support G539-0016-01
FJ 1 Upper Back Panel G540-0004-01
FK 1 Lower Back Panel G540-0003-01
FL 1 Door Assembly, Left G540-1400-01
FM 1 Door Assembly, Right G540-1500-01
FN 1 Lower Door Brace G366-0015-01
FO 2 Door Handle G539-0010-01
FP 1 Bottom Panel G540-0001-01
FQ 2 Tank Exclusion Brace G366-0014-01
GA 2 Feet G539-0002-01
GB 2 Wheel G366-1200-01
GC 1 Wheel Axle G366-0003-01
H1 1 Hardware Pack G540-B001-03
H2 1 Assembly Manual G540-M003-01
H3 1 User Manual G366-M002-02
PARTS

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EXPLODED PARTS
F1 F2
AA
AB
AC
AD
AE
AF
BA
BB
BC
BD
BE
BF
BG
BI
BH
BJ
CA
CD
CC
CG
CE1
CE2
CE3 CF
CH
CL
CI
CK
CJ DA
DC
DB DD
EA
EC
EB
EN
FB
FA
FC
FE
FD
FF
FG
FH
FI
FJ
FK
FL
FM
FN
FO
FP
FQ
GA GB
GC
ED
EF
EE
EG
EH
EI
EJ
EK
EL
EM
CB
H1
Hardware
Pack

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STEP 1A
BUILD IT
Assemble on a FLAT and SOFT surface
to avoid damage.
2x4
BUILD IT
FH
F2

AA
CE2
CE1
BATTERY NOT INCLUDED.
-+
BUILD IT
STEP 1B
STEP 1C CE1
CF
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BUILD IT
STEP 1D 4x2
F2
CE1
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12 x1

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STEP 2A
BUILD IT
2x4
FP
F1
BUILD IT
The door stopper should
be on the left side.

BUILD IT
STEP 2B 2x4
F2
F1
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STEP 3B 5 6
x3 x1
STEP 3A
BUILD IT
GA
F1
GB GC
F2
Mallet
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BACK PANEL ASSEMBLY
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BUILD IT
STEP 4A 3x4
BUILD IT
F1 F2

BACK PANEL ASSEMBLY
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STEP 4B
BUILD IT
FJ
FK
Tighten top screw.

BACK PANEL ASSEMBLY
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STEP 4C 3x4
BUILD IT
FJ
FK
Tighten all screws.

BUILD IT
Assemble ground wire.
STEP 4D 13 x4
CJ
CF
CE1
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BUILD IT
STEP 5
BUILD IT
3x2
CJ
FN
VIEW FROM INSIDE

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STEP 6A
BUILD IT
STOP
PROPANE CUSTOMERS PROCEED TO STEP 6B
FOR NATURAL GAS CONVERSION CUSTOMERS ONLY
You will need a Convertible Valve System Kit (Model 085-2261-4) in this step.

Ensure ignition switch wires are
pushed in rmly.
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STEP 6B
BUILD IT
BUILD IT
CA
CE3
CC