Vermont Castings VCT323SSN/P Manual

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VCT323SSN/P Assembly Procedures
Tools Required: Knife or scissors, #2 & #3 Phillips screwdriver, 7/16” & 11/32” wrench or ratchet. Refer to
the parts list for hardware details. The use of a manual screwdriver is strongly recommended. A power drill
may cause damage to the unit or stripping of the protective coating.
CAUTION: This grill is intended ONLY to be used as a cart model, this grill cannot be built into an
enclosure.
CAUTION: The assembly of this grill requires two (2) people.
CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting
or moving the grill is recommended. Protective eyewear and long sleeves are also strongly recom-
mended.
NOTE: Remove the protective plastic coating from the stainless steel, failure to do so will void the warranty.
6235
VC323SSP cover

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 1: Unpack Carton and Verify Contents
Use a sharp cutting tool to remove the packaging. Remove layers of reinforced cardboard. Be careful not to
scratch or damage the nish of the metal parts when removing the sleeves and protective plastic. Open grill
lid and remove the parts. Unpack all parts and compare all contents to the parts list. Refer to the parts list for
fastener detail.
CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly is strongly
recommended.
Carton Contents
C.I. Cart Base
Cart Bottom Panel
Back Panel
Cart Right Side
Cart Left Side
Cart Door
Grease Shield
Inside Grill
Cooking Grates (2)
Heat Plates (3)
Grease Tray
Grease Cup
Grease Cup Holder
Swivel Caster (1)
Swivel Caster w/Brake (1)
Stationary Wheels (2)
Cart Mounting Brackets (2)
Upper Cart Brace
Cylinder Retainer
Left Side Shelf
Right Side Shelf
Shelf Spacer (2)
Shelf Support Brackets (4)
Manual Bag w/Hardware, Match
Holder

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 2: Attach Cart Sides, Bottom and Base
Step 3: Attach Back Panel
Parts Required:
(1) Back Panel
(8) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
(8) #10-14 Lock Nuts (50000182)
Figure 2
Assemble as shown and tighten fasteners.
Parts Required:
(1) C.I. Cart Base
(1) Cart Bottom Panel
(1) Cart Left Side
(1) Cart Right Side
(4) 1/4-20 x 3/4” Hex Head Bolts (1201381)
(4) 1/4-20 Hex Nuts (30005406)
(4) 1/4 Washer (1202471)
Figure 1
Assemble as shown - nger tight.
B448
cart assy
Detail ‘A’
Right Side
Hex Nut
Left Side
Bottom
Panel
Washer Hex Head
bolts
B448
C.I. Cart Base
Detail ‘A’ -
Four (4) Corners
Figure 2
B453
attach back panel
Detail ‘A’
Back Panel
Screws
Lock Nuts
Detail ‘A’
B453
Figure 1

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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B454
attach brace & retainer
Step 4: Attach Upper Cart Brace and Tank Retainer
Parts Required:
(1) Upper Cart Brace
(4) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
(4) #10-24 Lock Nuts (50000182)
(1) Tank Retainer
Figure 3
Assemble as shown and tighten screws.
Figure 3
Upper Cart
Brace
Screws
Left Side Panel
Rear View
Lock Nuts
LP Tank Retainer
Retainer Clip
B454
Front View

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 5: Attach Door and Complete Cart
Parts Required:
(1) Door
(1) Door Handle
(2) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (with handle)
(4) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
Figure 4
Assemble as shown and tighten fasteners. Completely
tighten fasteners from Step 2.
B455
attach door
Detail ‘A’ -
Four Places
Detail ‘A’
Screws
Door
Handle
B455
Figure 4
Detail ‘B’
Detail ‘B’

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 6: Attach Casters to Cart Base
Parts Required:
(1) Upper Cart Assembly
(2) Stationary Wheels
(1) Swivel Caster
(1) Swivel Caster w/Brake
(8) 1/4-20 x 1/2” Screws (30005405)
Figure 5
Assemble as shown and tighten fasteners.
B456
attach wheels
Swivel Caster
w/Brake
Swivel
Caster
Stationary
Wheels
B456
Figure 5
Step 7: Attach Cart Mounting Brackets
Parts Required:
(2) Cart Mounting Brackets
(8) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
(8) #10-24 Lock Nuts (50000182)
Figure 6
Assemble as shown and tighten fasteners.
B457
attach mounting brackets
Cart Mounting
Brackets
Screws
Lock Nuts
B457
Figure 6

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 8: Attach Grease Cup Holder, Grease Cup and Grease Shield
Parts Required:
(1) Grease Cup Holder
(1) Grease Cup
(1) Grease Shield
(4) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
(4) #10-24 Lock Nuts (50000182)
Figure 7
Assemble as shown and tighten fasteners.
B458
grease cup
Grease Shield
Grease
Cup
B458
Figure 7
Grease Cup Holder
Screws
Lock Nut

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 9: Attach Grill to Cart Assembly
CAUTION: This step may require 2 people.
Parts Required:
(4) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
Figure 8
Assemble as illustrated and tighten fasteners.
CAUTION: Do not damage gas line. The hose assembly should be placed in opening
between grease shield and front of cart.
B459
grill to cart
Grill
Screws
Cart Assembly
B459
Figure 8

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 10: Attach Left & Right Side Shelves
Parts Required:
(1) Left Side Shelf
(1) Right Side Shelf
(2) Shelf Spacers
(4) Shelf Support Brackets
(8) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
(8) 1/4-20 x 1/2” Screws (30005405)
Figures 9 & 10
Assemble as shown and tighten fasteners.
B473
shelf supports
Shelf Spacer
Shelf Support Bracket
#10-24 x 1/2”
Screws
B473
Figure 9
B477
side shelves
Figure 10
Side Shelf
Detail ‘A’
Detail ‘A’
1/4-20 x 1/2” Screws
B477

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 11: Attach Paper Match Holder
Parts Required:
(1) Paper Match Holder Assembly
Figure 11
Attach the supplied paper match holder and chain assembly to the inside of the cart
door.
Secure chain assembly to top screw of door handle. Store chain inside door when
not in use.
Figure 11
B507
paper match holder
B507

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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B469
grease tray
Grease Tray
B469
Step 12: Install Grease Tray
Parts Required:
(1) Grease Tray
Figure 12
Install grease tray from back side of grill. NOTE: Be sure the grease tray is positioned
with the opening in the bottom of the grease tray located over the grease cup.
Figure 12

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 13: Install the Ignitor Battery
Figure 13
Unscrew the ignition button from the console and insert a ‘AAA’ battery into the housing.
Then screw the ignition button back into the console.
Check for sparks under each main burner before proceeding.
B474
Step 14: Install Battery Holder and Backlighting Battery
Parts Required:
(1) Battery Holder
(1) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
(1) #10-24 Lock Nut (50000182)
Figure 14
NOTE: A 9-volt battery is required (not included).
Assemble as shown and tighten fasteners.
Attach back-light wire connector to battery. Install in battery
holder with back-light connector on top.
WARNING: Replacing the battery incorrectly might result in
an explosion. Replace the battery only with the same
or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to your local envi-
ronmental guidelines.
+-
B474
install battery
Figure 13
Ignition Button
Figure 14
B478
battery holder
Battery Holder
B478
B479
battery holder
Battery
Battery Holder
B479
Figure 14a

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 15: Install the Internal Components
Parts Required:
(3) Sear Heat Plates (1) Warming Rack
(2) Cooking Grates (1) Smoker Box Assembly (optional)
Figure 15
• Carefully place each of the three (3) sear heat plates directly over each burner inside the barbecue by
making sure the semicircular nger grooves are facing toward the rear of the grill. The sear heat plates
rest on the lower position in the grill tub, just above the burners.
NOTE: Place the smoker box assembly on any sear plate by laying the bracket over the sear plate so the
‘z’ ends of the bracket t into the ‘z’ slots of the sear plate. Slide the smoker box assembly back into the
locked position. (Fig. 15b) Continue placing the remaining sear plates. The smoker box may be left in
place when not being used. CAUTION: Only add wood chips to the smoker box when grill is cool.
Cooking Tips - Smoker Box (Optional)
• To produce more smoke and prevent fast burning, pre-soak the wood chips in a separate
bowl of water for at least 20 minutes.
• To add wood chips before cooking, ll the smoker box with your choice of avored chips
(remove wood chips from water rst). The amount and type of wood you use is entirely up
to you. Once the box is lled with the desired amount, close the lid and place the cooking
grids in the proper position on the grill.
• Tips: Small wood chips work best inside the wood chip box.
• Allow grill to heat up before placing your food on the grill. This will allow time for the wood
chips to begin to smoke.
• Do not use resinous woods such as pine or plywood. These will produce an unpleasant
avor.
• Do not try to add more wood chips while cooking. It is recommended that you allow grill to
cool before replacing wood chips or handling the cooking grates which may still be hot.
B475
sear plates
B396
smoker box
‘Z’ End
Smoker
Box
Sear Heat Plate
B396a
Figure 15b
Warming
Rack
Sear Heat Plates
B475
Figure 15a

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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• Set the cooking grates side by side on the upper ledge of the grill. Make sure the
nger groove is facing toward the front of the grill.
• Set the warming rack into the supports located on either side of the rear lid.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to turn the cooking grates over while the grill is in use
and the grates are hot. Doing so could result in severe burns and other injuries.
Step 15: Install the Internal Components (continued)
B468
cook grates
Cook Grates
B476
Figure 15c
Warming Rack

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 16: Install the LP Cylinder (LP Models ONLY)
Parts Required:
(1) LP Gas Cylinder (not included)
Figure 16 & 17
NOTE: Check your User’s Manual for the cylinder lling requirements, how to attach the
regulator and how to test for leaks before you try lighting the grill.
CAUTION: Make sure the hose is not touching any hot surfaces.
Place the LP Cylinder into the hole in the bottom panel. Next secure it from moving by lift-
ing the cylinder retainer wire and latching the bent edge over the collar of the cylinder. The
nal step is to connect the regulator to the cylinder.
CAUTION: Do not turn on/ignite the grill until after performing a leak check at all gas con-
nection points and ttings. With the main LP cylinder valve OPEN, and ALL CONTROL
KNOBS FULLY OFF, use a spray solution of 50% liquid soap and 50% water onto all gas
connection points and ttings. The formation of bubbles indicates an air leak that must be
repaired and veried with this leak test before the grill is ignited.
NOTE: Ensure all plastic coatings have been removed from all stainless steel parts before
using the grill.
B470
install LP tank
B470
Figure 16
B471
tank in place
B471
Figure 17

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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Step 17: Install Natural Gas Supply Line
(Natural Gas (NG) Models ONLY)
Figure 18
Run natural gas supply through bushing provided in back panel of grill.
B487
natural gas hose
B487
Figure 18

CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or moving
the grill is recommended.
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149 Cleveland Drive • Paris, Kentucky 40361
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