Vermont Castings VM508 Manual

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VM508 / VM658 Assembly Procedures
Tools Required: Knife or scissors, Phillips or Robertson (square head)
screwdriver, 7/16” and 3/8” wrench or ratchet. The use of a manual
screwdriver is strongly recommended. A power drill may cause damage
to the unit or stripping of the protective coating.
50004428 1/08 Rev. 4 En
Model VM508 Shown
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.
WARNING: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assem-
bly, lifting or moving the grill is recommended. Protective eyewear and long sleeves are also
strongly recommended.
NOTE: Remove the protective plastic coating from the stainless steel, failure to do so will void the
warranty.

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CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or mov-
ing the grill is recommended.
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Step 1: Unpack Carton and Verify Contents
Use a sharp cutting tool to cut the straps on the packaging and then lift off the carton top. Remove the box
on the top. The sleeve surrounding the barbecue can be removed by lifting it straight up and over the top
of the unit. Compare all contents to the parts list and the carton content lists below. Remove the protec-
tive plastic coverings from the metal parts. 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.
CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly is strongly
recommended.
VM508
VM508 Carton Contents
Box 1 (50004671)
Grease Tray
Cabinet Skirt Corner (2)
Cabinet Skirt Right
Cabinet Skirt Left
Cabinet Skirt Front
Grease Cup
Battery “AA”
Adjustable Leveling Glide (4)
Knobs (5)
Box 2 (50004673)
Heat Plates (4)
Box 3 (50004274)
Rotisserie Kit
Box 4 (50004181)
Side Burner Assembly
Box 5 (50004672)
Cook Grates (3)
Box 6 (50004674)
Shelf Right
Shelf Left
Cover Side Burner
Support Shelf Front Right
Support Shelf Front Left
Support Shelf Rear Right
Support Shelf Rear Left
Heat Shield Marinating Tray
Hardware Bag
Cutting Board
Marinating Tray
Box 7 (50004659)
Condiment Tray Left
Condiment Tray Right
Caster (2)
Caster w/Brake (2)

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moving the grill is recommended.
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VM658
Step 1: Unpack Carton and Verify Contents (continued)
VM658 Carton Contents
Box 1 (50004657)(2)
Cook Grates (2)
Box 2 (50004678)
Shelf Right
Shelf Left
Cover Side burner
Support Shelf Front Right
Support Shelf Front Left
Support Shelf Rear Right
Support Shelf Rear Left
Heat Shield Marinating Tray
Hardware Bag
Cutting Board
Marinating Tray
Box 3 (50004650)
Pull Out Tank Kit
Box 4 (50004660)
Heat Plates (5)
Box 5 (50003669)
Shelf Light Kit
Box 6 (50004274)
Rotisserie Kit
Box 7 (50004659)
Condiment Tray Left
Condiment Tray Right
Caster (2)
Caster w/Brake (2)
Box 8 (50004181)
Side Burner Assembly
Box 9 (50004662)
Internal Shelf
Hardware - Internal Shelf
Box 10 (50004658)
Grease Tray
Cabinet Skirt Corner (2)
Cabinet Skirt Right
Cabinet Skirt Left
Cabinet Skirt Front
Grease Cup
Adjustable Leveling Glide (4)
Battery “AA”
Knobs (6)

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ing the grill is recommended.
Step 2: Install the Casters
This step requires 2 people.
Parts Required:
(4) Casters (2 with brake, rear; 2 without brake, front)
(1) Block (not included)
(16) 1/4-20 Flange Nut (50001176)
Figure 1
NOTE: Casters (wheels) may differ from those shown in the illustration depending on the model you
purchased.
Select a side to begin installing the casters. Place a block of wood, thick telephone book or anything
else available - approximately 6 inches thick - under the side to support the weight of the barbecue. In-
sert the four (4) bolts attached on the casters into their respective holes located on the bottom, near the
front. If you have any difficulty snapping them into place, try rotating the casters in a circular motion.
As one person holds the front caster in place, the other opens the front door and installs four (4) flange
nuts. Tighten the flange nuts on the front caster. Repeat this process with the rear caster. When both
casters are in place on one side, repeat the same procedure on the opposite side.
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Blocking
Front Caster without Brake
B156
Figure 1
Rear Caster with
Brake

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moving the grill is recommended.
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Skirt Left
Assembly
Skirt Corner Assembly
Skirt Front
Assembly
B158
#10-24 x 3/8”
Screws
Figure 3
Corner Post/Skirt Detail
Loosen Outer
Bolt at Back
Side
Step 3: Attach Skirt
Parts Required:
(1) Skirt Left Assembly
(1) Skirt Right Assembly
(1) Skirt Front Assembly
(2) Skirt Corner Assemblies
(7) #10-24 x 3/8” Screws (50004268)
(4) Adjustable Leveling Glide
Figures 2 & 3
Screw-in two (2) adjustable leveling glides into hex
threaded insert provided in front skirt assembly.
Screw-in one (1) adjustable leveling glide into hex
threaded insert provided in left and right skirt as-
semblies.
Attach left skirt assembly to the unit:
– Loosen one hex bolt from corner post. (Refer to Corner Post Detail)
– Slide left skirt assembly between bottom panel and side panel.
– Secure left skirt assembly with two (2) #10-24 x 3/8”
screws.
– Tighten hex bolt at the back of the unit.
Repeat these steps for right side.
NOTE: If you have any problems sliding the
skirt assembly (left or right), loosen four
(4) screws on side panel and lift the side
panel to allow more space.
Slide two (2) skirt corner assemblies into
the front skirt assembly. Slide above
assembly into attached left and right
skirt assemblies. Secure all skirt assem-
bly parts with three (3) #10-24 x 3/8”
screws.
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Leveling
Glide
Skirt Right Assembly
Skirt Front Assembly
Skirt Left Assembly
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Figure 2
Leveling
Glide
Inverted View

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ing the grill is recommended.
Step 6: Grease Pan / Grease Cup Installation
Parts Required:
(1) Grease Pan
(1) Grease Cup
Figure 5
Install grease pan from back side of
unit. NOTE: Be sure the grease tray is
positioned with the opening in the bot-
tom of the grease tray located over the
grease cup.
Place grease cup into grease cup
holder attached to bottom of left brace
support.
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Grease
Tray
Grease
Cup
B159
Figure 5
Step 4: Attach Grease Cup Holder
Parts Required:
(1) Grease Cup Holder
(2) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
Figure 4
Attach grease cup holder to the bottom of the
left brace support.
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#10-24 x 1/2”
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(50000337)
Grease Cup Holder
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Figure 4

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moving the grill is recommended.
Steps 6 & 7: Right & Left Side Shelf Assembly
Parts Required:
Right Side Shelf Left Side Shelf
(1) Right Side Shelf (1) Left Side Shelf
(1) Support Shelf Rear Right (1) Support Shelf Rear Left
(1) Support Shelf Front Right (1) Support Shelf Front Left
(1) Condiment Tray Right (1) Condiment Tray Left
(2) U-Type Fastener (50001507) (2) U-Type Fastener (50001507)
(2) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337) (2) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
(4) #6-32 x 3/8” Screws (50002433) (4) #6-32 x 3/8” Screws (50002433)
Figure 6
Right Side Shelf
Insert a U-type fastener to each support shelf.
Place right side shelf on flat surface edges up.
Slide left and right support inside right side shelf. Ensure the flange of the support is to the inside of
the right side shelf.
Place condiment tray at the front of the shelf.
Secure condiment tray to the support shelf with four (4) #6-32 screws.
Loosely attach two (2) #10-24 x 1/2” screws to the U-type fasteners.
Repeat steps for left side shelf.
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Figure 6
Condiment Trays
Support Shelf
Front
#6-32 x 3/8” Screw
(50002433)
#10-24 x 1/2” Screws
(50000337)
B160
U-Type Fastener
U-Type Fastener Detail
U-Type Fastener
Left Side Shelf Right Side Shelf

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CAUTION: Some parts may have sharp edges; to avoid injury, wearing gloves during assembly, lifting or mov-
ing the grill is recommended.
Step 8: Attach Right Shelf Assemblies to Grill
Parts Required:
Right Shelf Assembly
(1) Right Shelf Assy. (Step 5)
(4) 1/4-20 x 1¹⁄₂” Screws (50001383)
(2) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
Figures 7 & 8
Loosely screw in (4-5 turns) four (4) 1/4-20 x 1¹⁄₂” screws to the side of the grill.
Place right shelf assembly onto screws.
NOTE: Ensure the side burner ignitor wire is not pinched as the shelf assembly is placed
into the unit.
Secure (tighten) four (4) screws to the grill.
Secure condiment tray to the console with two (2) #10-24 x 1/2”
screws.
Tighten two (2) remaining screws. (from Step 5 and 6)
From inside grill, attach 10-24 x 1/2” screw to
the right shelf assy.
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Figure 7
1/4-20 x 1¹⁄₂”
Screws
(50001383)
#10-24 x 1/2”
Screws
(50000337)
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#10-24 x 1/2” Screw
(50000337)
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Figure 8

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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.
Step 9: Attach Left Shelf Assemblies to Grill
Parts Required:
Left Shelf Assembly
(1) Left Shelf Assy. (Step 6)
(4) 1/4-20 x 1¹⁄₂” Screws (50001383)
(4) #10-24 x 1/2” Screws (50000337)
(1) Marinating Station Tray Plastic
(1) Heat Shield Marinating Tray
(2) #10-24 K-lock Nut (50000182)
Refer to Figures 7 & 8 for shelf assembly attach-
ment
Refer to Figures 9 & 10 for heat shield and mari-
nating station installation
Loosely screw in (4-5 turns) four (4) 1/4-20 x 1¹⁄₂”
screws to the side of the grill.
Place left shelf assembly onto screws.
Secure (tighten) four (4)
screws to the grill.
Secure condiment tray
to the console with
two (2) #10-24 x 1/2”
screws.
Tighten two (2) remain-
ing screws. (from Step 6
and 7)
From inside grill, attach
10-24 x 1/2” screw to
the left shelf assy.
Attach heat shield marinating tray to left side of grill. Insert two (2)
#10-24 x 1/2” screws through grill side and secure with two (2) #10-
24 K-lock nuts. (Fig. 9)
Insert marinating station tray plastic into left side shelf. (Fig. 10)
NOTE: For side shelf opening: if you have any problems opening or
closing, loosen the hinge bolts and adjust.
For VM658, install shelf light according to Electronics Installation
Instructions, #50003699.
NOTE: For grill models with a marinating station: Loosen the two (2)
bolts and nuts securing the heat shield marinating tray to the grill
body. (Fig. 9) Attach the rotisserie motor bracket using the same
mounting holes. Secure both the bracket and heat shield using bolts
and nuts provided.
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#10-24 x 1/2” Screws
(50000337)
Heat Shield
Marinating Tray
#10-24 K-lock Nuts
(50000182)
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Figure 9
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Figure 10

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ing the grill is recommended.
Step 11: Attach Knobs (If not installed)
Parts Required:
VM508: (5) Knobs
VM658: (6) Knobs
Figure 11
NOTE: Depending on your model, your grill may
require 5 or 6 knobs. VM508 is equipped with five
(5) knobs. VM658 is equipped with six (6) knobs.
Align the knobs on the valve stems and push in-
ward until the knob sits snugly on the stem.
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Figure 11
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Step 10: Attach Side Burner Assembly
Follow Side Burner Assembly Instructions to assemble side burner to unit.
Step 12: Install the Battery
NOTE: Model 508 requires one (1) “AAA” battery.
Model 658 requires one (1) “AA” battery.
Figure 12
Unscrew the ignition button from the console and in-
sert the appropriate battery into the housing by plac-
ing the positive side of the battery first. Then screw
the ignition button back into the console.
Check for sparks under each main burner before
proceeding.
Figure 12
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Step 13: Install the Backlighting Batteries
NOTE: Eight (8) “AA” batteries are required for all grill models.
(Not included)
Figure 13
Remove the battery case from the battery holder. Insert the
eight (8) “AA” batteries. Attach battery case to back light wire
connection. Reinstall battery case in battery holder with back
light connector on the 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 bat-
teries according to your local environmental guidelines.
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Battery
Case
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Figure 13
Battery Shroud

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moving the grill is recommended.
Step 14: Install the Internal Components
Parts Required:
VM508: (4) Sear Plates
(3) Cooking Grates
(1) Warming Rack
VM658: (5) Sear Plates
(4) Cooking Grates
(1) Warming Rack
Figures 14 & 15
Carefully place each of the sear plates side by side inside the barbecue. Make sure the semicircular finger
groove is facing toward the front of the grill. Each sear plate rests just above each burner tube.
Set the cooking grates, side by side, on the upper ledge of the grill tub. Make sure the finger groove is fac-
ing toward the front of the grill.
Set the warming rack into the supports located on either side of the rear lid.
NOTE: One side of the grate surface is rounded and more suitable for meats. The other side is flat and
more suitable for delicate foods (i.e. fish). The grates can be turned over according to your preference.
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.
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Burner
Sear Plate
B120
Figure 14
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Warming Rack
Cooking
Grates
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Figure 15

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ing the grill is recommended.
Step 15: Interior Shelf Installation
(Model VM658)
Parts Required:
(2) #10-24 x 3/8” Screws (50004268
(1) Rod
(1) Washer Nylon (50000192)
(1) 10-24 Pan Quad. Nut (10006126)
(1) Interior Shelf
Figure 16
Place two (2) 10-24 x 3/8” screws
on the threaded holes located on left
side panel. Install the rod in hole in
bottom panel. Make sure the connec-
tion between the rod and the bottom
panel is tight. Place washer nylon on
top of rod. Slide interior shelf in place.
Back flange edge of shelf slides into
clip on back panel. Use 10-24 Pan
Quad nut to secure interior shelf to
rod.
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Interior Shelf
#10-24 Pan Quad Nut
Rod
B162
Figure 16
#10-24 x 3/8” Screw
(50004268)
Shelf clip
Step 17: Install LP Tank Pull Out Drawer Assembly
For VM658 Models only.
Follow Pull Out Drawer Assembly instructions to assemble.
Step 16: Attach Tank Retainer
(Model VM508 Series Only)
Parts Required:
(1) Tank Retainer
Figure 17
Attach tank retainer to back panel as shown by pressing
retainer into back panel bosses.
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Figure 17
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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.
Step 18: Install the LP Cylinder
(LP Models ONLY)
Parts Required:
(1) LP Gas Cylinder (not included)
Figures 18 & 19
NOTE: Check your User’s Manual for the cylinder filling 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 or sharp surfaces.
Place the LP Cylinder into the hole in the bottom panel. Next secure it from moving by lifting the cylinder
retainer wire and latching the bent edge over the lip of the cylinder. The final step is to connect the regula-
tor to the cylinder.
CAUTION: Do not turn on/ignite the grill until after performing a leak check at all gas connection points and
fittings. With the main LP cylinder valve OPEN, and ALL CONTROL KNOBS FULLY OFF, use a spray solu-
tion of 50% liquid soap and 50% water onto all gas connection points and fittings. The formation of bubbles
indicates an air leak that must be repaired and verified 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.
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Figure 18
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Figure 19
Step 19: Install Natural Gas Supply Line
(Natural Gas (NG) Models ONLY)
Figure 20
Run natural gas supply lne through bushing pro-
vided in back panel of grill.
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Figure 20
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