Vintage VBQ-30G User manual

Installation, Operation, Maintenance Instructions & Parts List
Owner’s Manual
For Outdoor Use Only
MODELS:
VBQ-30GB, VBQ-30G, VBQ-36G, VBQ-36SZG, VBQ-42G,
VBQ-42SZG, VBQ-56G, VBQ-56SZG

Safety
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Grill Assembly
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Operation
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Care & Maintenance
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Safety Instructions
Basic Rules
Safe Location for Grill Use
Built In Models
Free Standing Models
Igniter Battery Installation…
Side Shelf Installation…
Powering Halogen Lights
Gas Requirements & Connections.
Leak Testing
Lighting the Main Burners
Match Lighting
Preheating Grill and IR Burner.
Burner Adjustment
Low Heat Setting Adjustment
Cooking Tips
Using Your Smoker
Before Using Your Grill
Controlling Flare-Ups
Cleaning Information
Grill Rack
Drip Tray
Grill Burners
IR Burners
Orifice Cleaning
Briquette Holder
Stainless Steel
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Troubleshooting Guide
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Warranty Information 22
Table of Contents
Congratulations on the purchase of your high quality, high performance grill.
Read this manual carefully to understand all the instructions about how to
install, operate and maintain for optimum performance and longevity. Keep
this manual in a safe place for future reference. For any assistance, contact us.
Make sure to provide the Model Number and Serial Number of the grill. Thank
you for buying our grill. We wish you years of cooking pleasure.
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Safety Instructions
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
!!! WARNING !!!
The Burning of gas cooking fuel generates some by-products which are on the list of substances which are
known by the State of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. California law requires businesses to
warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. To minimize exposure to these substances, always
operate this unit according to the use and care manual, ensuring you provide good ventilation when cooking
with gas.
TESTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ANSI Z21.58a-1995 STANDARD FOR OUTDOOR
COOKING GAS APPLIANCES.
Check your local building codes for the proper method of installation. In the absence of local codes, this unit
should be installed in accordance with the National Fuel Gas Code No. Z223.1 1988, or CAN/CGA-B149-1
National Gas Installation code, or CAN/CGA-BI49.2, Propane Installation code. All components must be
grounded in accordance with local codes or with the National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70-990 or Canadian
Electrical code CSA C22.1
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IMPORTANT!
The installer should leave these instructions
with the consumer who
local inspector’s use
reference.
The consumer should
should retain for
and for future
read all these
instructions carefully and keep in a safe
place for future reference.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
vapors and liquids 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.
WARNING-FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
Your VINTAGE Grill is designed for outdoor use
only and must not be installed in or on recreational
vehicles and /or boats.
IMPORTANT!!!
Read these instructions carefully before installing or
operating this gas barbecue. These instructions should be left
with the homeowner for future reference.
!!!WARNING!!!
If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a
fire or explosion may result causing property damage,
personal injury or loss of life.
IMPORTANT!!!
Installation and service must be performed by a qualified
installer, service agency or the gas supplier.

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Basic Rules
When using this appliance, for safety, READ all rules carefully and check local codes.
Basic safety practices must be followed, including the following:
• Begin by ensuring proper assembly. A qualified technician should perform all otherservice.
• Do not repair or replace any part of the grill unless specifically recommended in this manual. All other service
should be referred to a qualified technician.
• For personal safety, wear proper apparel. Loose fitting garments or sleeves should never be worn while using
this appliance. Some synthetic fabrics are highly flammable and should not be worn while cooking. Never let
clothing, pot holders or other flammable materials come in contact with or too close to any grate, burner or
hot surface until it has cooled. Fabric may ignite and result in personal injury.
• Use only dry potholders: moist or damp potholders on hot surfaces may cause burns from steam. Do not usea towel or
bulky cloth in place of potholders. Do not let potholders touch hot portions of the grill rack.
• Grease is highly flammable. Allow hot grease to cool down before attempting to handle it. Clean grease tray
often so that grease does not accumulate and stay in it.
• Do not use aluminum foil to line the grill racks or grill bottom, nor to line the drip tray. This can severely
upset combustion airflow or trap excessive heat in the control area. The result of this can be melted
knobs, igniters and increased chance of personal injury.
• Never grill without the drip pan in place and pushed all the way to the back of the grill. Without the drippan, hot
grease can leak downward creating a fire or explosion hazard.
• Children should be carefully supervised when they are in the vicinity of the grill. Do not allow them to get
close while in use. Items of interest to children should not be stored in or around the grill in the cabinet or in
the masonry enclosure. Portions of the grill can be extremely hot while in use and can cause severeburns.
• Only certain types of glass, heatproof glass ceramic, earthenware, or other glazed utensils are suitable for grill
use. Use of these types of materials may break with sudden temperature changes. Use only on low or medium
heat settings according to the manufacturer's directions.
• Do not heat unopened food containers as a build-up of pressure may cause the container toburst.
• Protect your hand with a glove or mitt when opening and operating the grill. Open grill lid slowly to allow
heat and smoke to escape before fully opening.
• Never lean over an open grill. When lighting a burner, always pay close attention to what you are doing.Be
certain you are depressing the correct igniter button labeled for the burner you intend onusing.
• When using the grill: do not touch the grill rack, burner grate, hood or immediate surrounding area as these
areas become extremely hot and could cause burns. Use only the handles and knobs provided for operation of
the grill.
• For proper lighting and performance of the burners keep the ports clean. It is necessary to clean them
periodically for optimum performance. The burners will only operate in one position and must be
mounted correctly for safe operation.
• Clean the grill with caution. Avoid steam burns; do not use a wet sponge or cloth to clean the grill while itis
hot. Some cleaners produce noxious fumes or can ignite if applied to a hotsurface.
• Insect Warning - Spiders and insects can nest in the burners of this or any other grill, and cause the gas to flow
from the front of the burner. This is a very dangerous condition, which can cause a fire to occur behind the
valve panel, thereby damaging the grill and making it unsafe to operate. Inspect the grill at least twice ayear.
• Be sure all grill controls are turned off and the grill is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner onor around the
grill. The chemical that produces the spraying action could, in the presence of heat, ignite or cause metal parts to
corrode.
When properly cared for, your VINTAGE Grill will give safe, reliable service for many
years. However, extreme care must be used since the grill produces intense heat, which can
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• Do not operate the grill under unprotected combustible construction. Use only in well ventilated areas. Do not
use in buildings, garages, sheds, breezeways or any enclosed areas.
• Keep the areas surrounding the grill free from combustible materials, trash, or combustible fluids and vapors
such as gasoline or charcoal lighter fluids. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Keep
the back of the cart free and clear from debris.
• If the unit is stored indoors ensure that it is cool. If propane is used, the cylinder must be unhooked and the propane
cylinder stored outside in a well-ventilated area, out of reach of children.
• Never use the grill in windy conditions. If located in a consistently windy area (oceanfront, mountaintop,etc.)
a windbreak will be required. Always adhere to the specified clearance.
• Keep any electrical supply cord or the rotisserie motor cord away from the heated areas of the grill. Do not
use the grill for cooking excessively fatty meats or products, which promoteflare-ups.
• Do not operate at high heat settings for extended periods of time with the lid down.
Safe Locations for Use of the Outdoor Grill
• Never install a free-standing outdoor propane Grill in an “island” configuration, (i.e. where it is enclosed in any
type of construction), to prevent a fire or gas explosion.
• 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.
• Never attempt to light the Grill while the lid is closed, to prevent the accumulation of gas and a possible fire or
explosion.
• Never stand directly over the Grill while lighting it to avoid exposure to a possible flare-up.
IMPORTANT
Proper clearances from combustible construction and materials must be maintained from all sides, top, and
bottom of this appliance. This appliance should never be placed near a combustible surface
!!!WARNING!!!
To prevent harm and ensure proper operation
of your grill, it is imperative that the burners
are properly installed with respect to the gas
orifices. Be certain that the orifice is inserted
completely into the burner's inlet and that the
burner rests firmly on its support bracket. The
burner should not rock side to-side nor top-to-
bottom if properly installed. If excessive burner
movement is present, reseat burner or contact
your authorized service provider.
CLEARANCE
NON COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION:
A minimum of 3 5/8" clearance from the back of the
grill to non-combustible construction is required to
allow the lid to be opened fully.
COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION:
This appliance should not be located under overhead
unprotected combustible construction.
IMPORTANT
Do NOT try lighting this appliance without reading
the “LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS” section of this
manual.

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FREE STANDING MODELS
Your Vintage Grill has provision for mounting onto a mobile cart. Contact your Vintage dealer for the
appropriate cart for your grill.
1. Remove all packaging materials.
2. Ensure that tile burners are positioned correctly on their orifices, and are fully seated onto theirsupports.
3. Position the Briquette trays onto their location brackets and place briquettes evenly across tray.
(Note: The XBBQ models utilize the V-Flame heat distribution system. No briquettes are needed)
4. Ensure that NEW batteries are fitted and the igniter cap is properly installed. (See Fig. 1).
5. Make the connection to the gas regulator according to the instructions on pages 8 & 9 for your gastype.
6. Allow a minimum of 3" clearance around all sides of grill for proper air movement.
7. Lock the rear casters to prevent unwanted grill movement.
IGNITER BATTERY INSTALLATION
Install 9V igniter batteries
1. Locate the igniter modules at the bottom of the
control panel by removing the drip tray.
2. Unscrew the round black cap from the module
and install a new 9V battery into the cap.
3. Reinstall cap into module and tighten cap
completely.
4. Replace the drip tray
NOTE: 30” Grills have only one module and require one
9V battery. All other grills have two modules and
require two 9V batteries.
SIDE SHELF INSTALLATION
For VBQ models, please use the following side shelf installation:
Installation: Insert the shelf into the
side shelf brackets. Push the side
shelf down so that the pin on the
bracket is secured into the notch of
the side shelf.
Fold Down: Lift shelf up following
the tracks and then fold the shelf
down 90 degrees.
!!!WARNING!!!
Never operate the grill without the drip tray installed as hot grease can leak through the grill and cause a hazard.
Figure 1- Battery Installation

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR VINTAGE GRILL HALOGEN LIGHTS
A three-pronged extension cord (Not Included) must be attached to the
three prong male plug on the back of the grill. It is located on the lower
right corner on the back of the grill. This extension cord should be plugged
into a nearby outlet.
Please see diagram below.
This extension cord connection is necessary for the halogen lights to operate.

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Gas Requirements & Connections
Your grill is setup to use either propane (LP) or natural gas (NAT). Before proceeding, ensure the unit is
fitted for the gas supply to be used. Connecting to an improper gas type will result in poor performance
and increased risk of damage or injury. Do not attempt to operate the grill on any gas other than what the
grill is orificed for and what the regulator is set for. Should you need to convert your grill for use with a
different gas type, make sure you use the conversion kit to convert the grill to the proper gas type.
A conversion should always be performed by a qualified technician!
The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, to the
national fuel gas code, ANSI Z223.1a-1988. Installation in Canada must be in accordance with the Standard
CAN/CGA-B149.1 Natural Gas Installation or CAN/CGA- B 149,2, Propane Installation Code.
CONNECTING THE GRILL TO A PROPANE (LP) GAS CYLINDER
1. Before proceeding, ensure the unit is fitted for LP gas.
2. Always secure the propane tank in the tank locator hole in the bottom pan of the cylinder-compartment.
(Portable gas grills only.)
3. Always confirm that all burner control knobs are in the OFF position before activating the gassupply.
4. Always connect the gas supply regulator by first inserting the nipple of the valve coupling into the tank
valve and then tightening the connection collar by turning it clockwise with one hand while holding the
regulator with the other.
5. Manifold pressure with LP (operating): 10" W.C., (non-operating): 11.2" W.C.
L.P. TANK REQUIREMENTS
Use only a standard 20 lb. (5 gal) Propane gas cylinder (18 1/4" H x 12 1/4" dia.). The tank must be installed in
the upright position. Do not use a dented or rusty L.P. tank as it may be hazardous and should be checked by
your L.P, supplier. Never use a cylinder with a damaged valve.
The L.P. gas cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance with the
specifications for L.P, gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation
(DOT). The cylinder must be provided with a shut off valve terminating in an
L.P. gas supply cylinder valve outlet specified, as applicable, for connection
type Qccl in the standard for compressed gas cylinder valve outlet and inlet
connection ANSI/CGA-V-I.
L.P. GAS CONNECTION:
Your VINTAGE Grill for use with L.P. gas comes equipped with its own
regulator, which MUST NOT be removed. There is also a secondary high
capacity, hose/regulator assembly for connection to a standard 20 lb. L.P.
cylinder. The L.R gas pressure regulator and hose supplied with this unit must
be used without alteration. If this assembly needs to be replaced use only the
type specified by VINTAGE Grills for this appliance. 30" grills require a
90,000 BTU min. regulator/hose assembly. All other sizes require a 160,000
BTU min. two-stage regulator/hose assembly.
1) Remove the rear panel from tile BBQ to gain access to the regulator and Gas connection point.
2) Attach a 1/2" male-to-female elbow to the regulator as shown in Fig. 2.
3) Fasten the hose connection to a 1/2" x 3/8" flare fitting connected to the elbow as shown in Fig.2.
!!!WARNING!!!
Never use an unregulated gas
line to the appliance.
!!!WARNING!!!
Ensure that the gas supply hose
does not come into contact with
the grill body or the heat shield.

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CONNECTING THE GRILL TO NATURAL GAS
1) Before proceeding, ensure the unit is fitted for natural gas. Connecting to an improper gas type will
result in poor performance and increased risk of damage or injury.
2) For Natural Gas installations, an installer must supply a gas shutoff valve that is easily accessible
to the grill with ease of access for emergency gas shutoff.
3) Always disconnect the Grill and close its individual manual shutoff valve, when conducting pressure
tests of the gas supply piping system at pressures which exceed 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).
4) Always isolate the Grill from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff
valve
5) Manifold pressure with natural gas (operating): 4" W.C. (non-operating): 4.5" W.C. Optimum supply
line pressure: 7" W.C.
NATURAL GAS CONNECTION:
Your VINTAGE Grill for use with Natural Gas comes equipped with its own regulator which MUST NOT be
removed. If this regulator needs to be replaced use only the type specified by VINTAGE Grills for this appliance.
1) Remove the rear panel from the BBQ to gain access to the regulator and Gas connection point.
2) Attach a 1/2" male-to-female elbow to the regulator as shown in Fig. 3.
3) .Attach a 1/2" x 1/2' flare fitting to the elbow as shown in Fig. 3.
4) Connect flare fitting to gas supply using a 1/2" min. dia. flexible stainless steel gas hose, no more
than 48" in length.
5) To ensure proper heating performance of this appliance, verify that the gas line supply pressure is
adequate (7” W.C supply pressure is preferred) to maintain 4.5" W.C, manifold pressure. Use a
minimum 1/2" ID flex hose to prevent gas starvation.
Figure 2- L.P. Gas Connection.

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Figure 3- Natural Gas Connection

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Leak Testing
GENERAL INFORMATION BEFORE TESTING TESTING
Although all gas connections on
your VINTAGE Grill are leaked
tested at the factory prior to
shipment, a complete gas tightness
check must be performed at the
installation site due to possible
mishandling in shipment, or
excessive pressure unknowingly
being applied to the unit.
Periodically check the whole
system for leaks, or immediately
check if the smell of gas is
detected.
Make sure that all packing material is
removed from the grill including the
burner tie-down straps.
•Check all gas supply fittings before
each use.
•Do not smoke while leak testing.
•You will need a spray bottle or brush
to apply the solution to all connection
points to test for gas leaks. Make a
soap solution of one part liquid
detergent and one part water.
•L.P. units, check with full cylinder.
•Grills must be leak tested outdoors in
a well-ventilated area, away from any
ignition sources such as gas fired or
electrical appliances. During leak
test, keep grill away from open flames
or sparks.
**Never leak test with an open flame**
1) Always confirm that all burner control
knobs are in the OFF position.
2) Always connect the gas supply hose first
and then open the gas shutoff valve.
Turn on fuel supply. For natural gas, turn
valve handle ¼ turn to align with gas flow.
For LP turn cylinder valve knob counter
clockwise one full rotation.
3) Use a spray bottle or brush to apply 50/50
solutions of liquid soap and water to all
connection points.
4) It is key to look for bubbles to appear, as
the appearance of bubbles will indicate a gas
leak. If a leak is present, immediately
turn off gas supply valve and tighten any
leaking fittings, or by replacing the faulty
part with a replacement part recommended
by the manufacturer. DO NOT attempt to
repair the LP cylinder valve if it should
become damaged; the cylinder MUST be
replaced. Then turn gas on, and recheck.
5) Always repeat the following procedure
until no further gas leaks are detected before
lighting the Grill. NEVER attempt to light
this grill if a leak cannot be stopped.
6) If a leak cannot be stopped, turn off the
gas supply and call your dealer where you
purchased your Grill.
7) Only those parts recommended by the
manufacturer should be used on the grill.
Substitution can void the warranty. Do not
use the Grill until all connections have been
checked and do not leak.
IMPORTANT SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
IT IS IMPORTANT THAT LEAK TESTS MUST BE REPEATED EACH TIME LP CYLINDER IS
EXCHANGED OR REFILLED.
If a leak is present, or if the connection hose shows signs of wear, these conditions must be corrected prior to using
your grill.
Disconnected L.P. cylinders must have threaded valve plugs tightly installed, and must NOT be stored in abuilding,
garage or any other enclosed area.
The gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder when the unit is not in use.
If the appliance is stored indoors, the cylinder must be disconnected and removed from the appliance. Cylinders
must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area out of reach of children.
Areas to test for leaks

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!!!WARNING!!!
Do not attempt to light the
grill if the odor of gas is
present. Call for service
Lighting Instructions
BEFORE LIGHTING
Check gas line/hose for signs of wear, abrasion or cuts. If evidence
of deterioration is visible, replace the part prior to use. The pressure
regulator and hose assembly supplied with the unit must be used.
Never substitute regulators for those supplied with the grill. If a
replacement is necessary, contact the factory for proper replacement.
Screw the regulator (Type QCC1) into the tank. If you smell gas,
check for leaks. Leak check the hose and regulator connections with
a soap and water solution before operating. If odor continues,
immediately call for service.
GRILL BURNER LIGHTING:
ALL MODELS
1) Open lid before lighting. Make sure all burners are in the “OFF” position. Always keep your face
and body as far away from the grill as possible when lighting.
2) Depress the igniter button for the burner you are trying to light, and immediately turn the burner
control knob counter-clockwise to the light position and wait for the burner to light. NOTE: The
first burner may take longer to light while air is purged from the gas supply system.
3) If there is no ignition, turn the knob back to the “OFF” position an wait 5 minutes before repeating
steps #2 to allow accumulated gas to dissipate. If the burner will not light after several attempts, then it
can be match lit.
MATCH LIGHTING
1) Keep your face as far away from the grill as possible and pass a lit, long stem match through the
notch in the grill rack to the ports of the burner you are trying to light. If attempting to light the
right burner first, ensure that only the right burner control knob
is used.
2) Position the match near the burner ports.
3) Push and turn the control knob to "lite".
4) Repeat procedure on the center and left burner if necessary.
5) If the burner does not light in 4 seconds turn the knob off, wait 5
minutes and try again. If the burner will not light after several
attempts see troubleshooting section.
PRE-HEATING THE GRILL
Preheating the grill is important for best performance. To preheat when cooking
with the U-burners, after lighting the burners as described above, close the hood
and allow the grill to preheat with the control knobs set to "HI" for a maximum
of 15 minutes. DO NOT operate grill with all burners on high with lid down as
serious damage to electrical components can occur.
PRE-HEATING THE GRILL- IR BURNERS
Preheating the IR burners is important to protect them from food drippings. After lighting the IR burners as
described above, allow to preheat on "HI" for four minutes before beginning to grill. If your grill is equipped
with a Sear Zone, light and preheat the U-burners first as described above, then light and preheat the Sear Zone
burner.
!!!WARNING!!!
Never attempt to light grill if odor
of gas is present. Hood must be
open when lighting. Keep face and
body parts as far from grill as
possible when lighting. Always
wait at least 5 minutes before
attempting to relight a hot burner
!!!WARNING!!!
In sunny environments, the
flame from an IR burner may
be impossible to see. To
assure that an IR burner is
lit, very carefully place your
hand 8-10 inches away from
the burner surface.

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NOTE:
To ensure proper spark ignition, do not change gap between the electrode wire and the burner. The optimum gap
is preset at the factory between 1/8" and 3/16.' Replace 9V igniter batteries at the first sign of spark weakness.
30" grills require one battery, all others require two. See page 3 for battery replacement instructions.
Burner Adjustment
Every grill is thoroughly checked for proper lighting and burner flame pattern. Conditions at the location may necessitate
minor adjustment of the burner air intake, if the flames are not steady/stable as shown in the figure. The flames of the
burners should be visually checked and compared with Figure 4.
The flame should be full length of the burner, blue and stable. The air
intake should be adjusted ONLY if the flame is lifting off of the
ports or has noticeable amounts of yellow in the flame. If any of
these conditions exist, check if dirt, debris, spider webs, etc., block
the air shutter or burner ports. Proceed with air shutter adjustment.
A sheet metal cup at the inlet of the burner called an air shutter
governs the amount of air, which is entrained into a burner. It is
locked in place by a set-screw, which must be loosened prior to
lighting the burner for adjustment.
The air shutter adjustment screws are accessible with a screwdriver by removing the burner. Loosen the lock
screw of the air shutter. Refit the burner. Make certain that the burners are sitting properly on the orifices taking
care not to move or damage the igniter electrode.
Light the burners and adjust according to the following directions:
U-BURNER ADJUSTMENT
Be careful, as the burner may be and/ or will become very hot.
If the flame is noisy and tends to lift away from the burner,
indicating too much air, turn the air shutter clockwise to reduce the
amount of air to the burner. The screw should be loosened before
turning the air shutter.
If the flame has more yellow than blue, indicating insufficient air, the
air shutter should be turned counter clockwise allowing more air in. This
will stabilize the flame.
Make sure to tighten the screw after adjustments are made.
!!!WARNING!!!
Figure 4- Burner Adjustment
To prevent harm and ensure proper operation
of your grill, it is imperative that the burners
are properly installed with respect to the gas
orifices. Be certain that the orifice is inserted
completely into the burner's inlet and that the
burner rests firmly on its support bracket. The
burner should not rock side to-side nor top-to-
bottom if properly installed. If excessive burner
movement is present, reseat burner or contact
your authorized service provider.

LOW HEAT SETTING ADJUSTMENT
The low heat setting on your grill is preset at the factory. Adjust only if
altitude or environmental factors are causing poor low heat performance.
Never adjust the burner so low that it may go out during use. Do not operate
the grill with the low heat screw removed. Gas can escape and cause a
potentially hazardous condition.
1. Follow lighting instructions and allow grill to preheat for three minutes.
2. Turn the control knob to low and wait for the burner temperature to drop
and stabilize. Attempting adjustment at any setting other than low can create a dangerous condition.
3. Remove knob by pulling straight away from control panel (see Fig. 5).
4. Insert a small (3/32" dia.) blade screwdriver into the valve stem. Turn counter-clockwise to increase lowheat,
using pliers to hold the stem securely.
5. Once proper adjustment is reached, reattach knob by pushing onto stem.
Operation
Each U-burner is rated at 27,500 BTU.
The grill burners encompass the entire
cooking area and are side ported to
minimize blockage from falling grease
and debris. Above the burners are
stainless steel briquette trays and
ceramic briquettes. The briquette tray is
a fundamental part for the performance
of the grill. Make sure briquette tray is
installed so that tile pins at the rear of the
grill are inserted into the holes of the
tray. Each grill burner has its own
igniter. The igniter push buttons are
located on the sides of the front control
panels.
Figure 5- Low Heat
Adjustment
COOKING TIPS:
Grilling requires high heat (or searing) and proper browning. Most
foods are cooked at the "HI" heat setting for the entire cooking time.
When grilling chicken, roasts, well-done steaks or chops and thick
pieces of meat, sear on “HI”. Then reduce the heat setting to prevent
excessive flare-up. This will allow the food to cook through without
burning on the outside. Turn the meat over only once. Juices are lost
when steaks, chops or hamburgers are turned several times. The best
time to turn the meat is after the juices have begun to bubble to the
surface.
After steaks, chops or hamburgers have been allowed to sear for
approximately 1 minute, you can use a spatula to turn it 90° to create
the restaurant quality waffle pattern seared onto the food.
Searing locks in flavor and juices, while allowing the outer surface to
absorb smoke. The result is a crisp, flavorful outside with a tender juicy
inside. The longer the pre-heat period, the faster the meat browns and
the darker the sear marks.
Indirect cooking is achieved by placing the food only on one side of the
grill. Leave the burner below the food “OFF” and an adjacent grill
burner on “HI”. The grill hood should always be closed when
employing the indirect cooking method. With the grill lid closed,
reflected heat surrounds the food, cooking it more evenly.
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How To Use the Smoker Burner on your Vintage Grill:
Wood Chip Smoker: The wood chip smoker is located between the knobs on the front of your grill. This
feature allows you to add extra flavor to all of your grilled foods by using real wood chips in the smoker
section of your Vintage grill.
Tips: For maximum smoker performance and added flavor to your grilled foods, soak the chips in water
for about 30 minutes, then drain the excess water and fill the smoker tray completely. If the chips are
not thoroughly soaked they can cause a flare up during grilling. If a flare up does occur, pull the drawer
open slowly and add a small amount of water to extinguish the flames.
Ideal temperatures for smoking beef, pork, poultry, fish & seafood, and vegetables is 225-250 degrees
Fahrenheit. Times and internal temperature will vary.
How to Smoke:
1. Fill the smoker tray with your wood chips that have been thoroughly soaked and drained.
2. Light the smoker burner. Close the smoker tray so that it is fully back inside of the grill. Then
close the hood of the grill and set the smoker burner to high heat. Once the hood is closed and
the burner is on smoke, should begin in about 20-30 minutes. One tray full of chips will create
smoke for up to one hour. If you need to extend the grill time, wood chips can be added as
needed to the smoker tray to allow for more smoke. To add more chips to the smoker tray pull
the drawer open partially from the grill and add chips while the grill is in use. Never remove the
hot smoker tray fully from the grill while in use.To optimize the smoke performance while
smoking keep the hood closed as much as possible.
3. Manage temperature to meet the needs of foods being smoked.
4. It is not intended to use the grill burners while smoking with closed grill canopy
Caution: Do not smoke meats with Cedar, Cyprus, Elm, Eucalyptus, Fir, Liquid Amber, Pine,
Redwood, Sassafras, Spruce or Sycamore.
Optional Use of Smoker box – Infuse flavors by adding Herbs ,Wood Chips and flavor enhancing
juices while grilling
Not interested in smoking? Add water to the smoker box chamber to steam foods on the grill, keeping
meats and veggies moist and nutrient filled.
See chart below for wood types, flavor strengths, flavor profiles, and the ideal meats to use.
Symbol Key
X Highly Recommended
● Tasted & Approved
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Wood
Type
Flavor
Strength
Flavor Profile
Pork
Ribs
Beef
Chicken
Turkey
Fish
Hickory
Strong
Sweet and Savory with Heavy bacon
flavor
X
X
X
●
●
●
Jack
Daniel’s
Strong
Made from Jack Daniels barrels.
Strong
X
●
●
●
●
●
Mesquite
Strong
Earthy smoke flavor
●
●
X
●
●
●
Walnut
Strong
Bitter; Commonly Mixed with other
woods
●
●
●
Almond
Medium
Nutty & Sweet Flavor, little ash
●
●
●
●
●
●
Lemon
Medium
Tangy, citrus smoke with a hint of
fruitiness
●
●
●
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●
Oak
Medium
Traditional smoke flavor
●
●
X
●
●
●
Orange
Medium
Tangy, citrus smoke with a hint of
fruitiness
●
●
●
●
●
Peach
Medium
Slightly sweet and woodsy flavor
X
X
●
X
●
●
Alder
Mild
Slightly Sweet and musky smoke,
Not overpowering
●
●
X
Apple
Mild
Fruity, Slightly Sweet
X
X
●
X
●
Apricot
Mild
Hint of sweetness and fruitiness
●
●
●
●
●
●
Cherry
Mild
Fairly sweet and fruity
X
X
●
X
●
●
Chestnut
Mild
Slightly sweet and nutty smoke
flavor
●
●
●
●
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Maple
Mild
Sweet light subtle smoky flavor
●
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Mulberry
Mild
Sweet, tangy, blackberry-like flavor
●
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Nectarine
Mild
Mild and sweet smoke
●
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Pear
Mild
Earthly flavor with a hint of
fruitiness
●
●
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Pecan
Mild
Rich, sweet nutty flavor. Similar to
hickory
X
X
X
X
X
●
Plum
Mild
Mild and sweet smoke
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BEFORE USING THE GRILL:
 Make sure the grill has been leak tested and is properly located
 Remove any packing material.
 Read and understand the instructions in this manual.
 Light the grill burners using the lighting instructions.
 NEVER COOK WITH THE LID DOWN WHEN THE MAIN BURNERS ARE LIT.
DOING SO CAN CAUSE THE DELICATE ELECTRONICS ON THE FRONT OF
YOUR GRILL TO MELT AND CREATE SERIOUS DAMAGE ON YOUR GRILL.
 Before each use, turn the control knobs to “High” and preheat the grill for 10-15minutes.
 Allow grill to cool before cleaning. (Drip tray should be cleaned after each use.)
 The button on the left of your grill control panel controls all burner ignition.
 The button on the right of your grill control panel controls all halogen lights when your grill is
plugged in.
 Turn on the grill for at least an hour and wipe out the white substance accumulated above the
back burner.
CONTROLLING FLARE-UPS:
“Flare-ups” sometimes occur when food drippings fall
onto the burners or hot sear plates and ignite. With
proper care, flare-ups should not present a problem
with your VINTAGE Grill.
Minimize flare-ups by:
Properly pre-heating the grill.
Ensuring grill grids are properly installed
with the U-shape facing up.
Trimming excess fat from meat.
Cleaning grill regularly to avoid grease build-up.
Repositioning meat during cooking.
In the event that a flare-up occurs, move meat to a
different portion of the grill until the flare-up is under
control. NEVER USE WATER TO CONTROL
FLARE-UPS.
WARNING
NEVER ALLOW THE GRILL TO OPERATE UNATTENDED TO PREVENT
UNCONTROLLED GREASE FIRES FROM ERUPTING.
ALWAYS MONITOR THE GRILL CAREFULLY WHILE COOKING. TURN THE
FLAME LEVEL DOWN TO LOW OR OFF IF FLARE-UPS INTENSIFY.
HOOD MUST BE OPEN WHEN LIGHTING GRILL.
HOOD SHOULD NOT BE CLOSED FOR LONG PERIODS WHEN IR BURNERS ARE
IN USE.
AVOID MOVING THE GRILL DURING OPERATION.
NEVER USE WATER TO CONTROL FLARE-UPS.
WATER CONTACT WILL DAMAGE THE BURNERS AND IS NOT COVERED
UNDER WARRANTY.
IT IS IMPORTANT TO KEEP THE AREA SURROUNDING THE GRILL FREE FROM
ALL COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS, GASOLINE AND OTHER FLAMMABLE
VAPORS AND LIQUIDS.

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Cleaning & Maintenance
GRILL BURNERS
Before removing the burners, ensure the gas supply is OFF and the
knobs are in the OFF position. Allow the grill to be completely
cooled before proceeding, and then lift off the grill racks and
briquette trays. To remove burners, lift the rear of the burner to
clear the pin or bracket. Angle the burner slightly to clear the
igniter electrode and opening at the front of the grill. Slide burner
straight off the orifice tip. It is critical when installing a burner, as
it must be correctly centered and secured on
CLEANING OF U- BURNERS:
To maximize grill performance, clean the exterior of the burner
with a brass wire brush. Clear any stubborn scale with a metal
scraper. Always keep all ports on the sides of the burner open by
periodically cleaning them with a thin stiff wire or paper clip. Never
use a wooden toothpick as it may break off and clog the port. Shake
out any debris through the air shutter.
Use a flashlight to inspect the burner inlet to make sure it is not
blocked. If obstructions can be seen, use a stiff wire (hanger) to
clean out the burner throat.
CLEANING OF IR- BURNERS:
AFTER EACH USE, IT IS IMPORTANT TO BURN ALL IR
BURNERS WITH THE HOOD OPEN FOR AT LEAST FIVE
MINUTES TO VAPORIZE ANY FOOD DRIPPINGS OR
PARTICLES. FAILURE TO PERFORM THIS STEP WILL
DAMAGE THE IR BURNER. Occasionally it may be necessary to
brush, blow or vacuum accumulated ash from the burner surface.
Hold carefully and make sure the burner is cool.
RE-ASSEMBLING BURNERS:
Replace the burner by sliding the air shutter over the brass orifice,
centering it in the hole and resting the rear of the burner onto its
supporting bracket.
TAKE SPECIAL CARE TO CENTER THE BURNER ON
THE ORIFICE PROPERLY.
Be careful not to upset the air shutters' original position (unless
readjusting). Ensure the burner is level and does not rock from side
to side. It is important not to hit or damage the electrode wire while
replacing the burners. The right gap must be maintained to ensure a
proper spark. The gap should be 1/8" to 3/16." To adjust gap, hold
the base of the wire rod tightly with a pair of pliers, and with
another set of pliers, twist the tip of the wire to achieve the correct
gap. Igniter batteries should be replaced at least once a year,
following the instructions on page 7. NOTE: Rough handling of the
electrode can crack the ceramic body, causing all of the igniters to
fail. Install the briquette tray and make sure they sit level and do not
rock. Lastly light all of the burners and check all proper flame
characteristics.
ORIFICE CLEANING
First remove the burner and then remove the orifice and shine a
flashlight through the openings to ensure there are no obstructions.
Use a needle to clear any debris. Be extremely careful not to
enlarge the hole or break off the needle.
GRILL RACK
The round wire grill grates are easily cleaned
immediately after cooking is complete and before turning
off the flame. Cleaning will be more difficult when the
grill has cooled down. Wear a barbeque mitt to protect
your hand from the heat. Dip a brass bristle barbeque
brush in a bowl of hot soapy water frequently and scrub
the hot grill rack. Steam is created as the water contacts
the hot grate. The steam assists the cleaning process by
softening any food particles. For further cleaning, allow
the grates to cool and then soak 15-30 minutes in hot
water and detergent solution. Note: Before removing
grates for cleaning, make sure the gas supply is off and
the knobs are in the “OFF” position.
The U grate used for the IR burner will generally self-
clean during the 5 minute IR burner cleaning period (see
burner cleaning at right). Remove the U grate from the
grill and brush off any burner debris once the grate has
cooled.
NOTE: Never clean the U-grate with any type of
liquid while it is on the grill.
DRIP TRAY
The drip tray is located under the burner pan in the
bottom of the grill body to catch excess cooking fats and
juices. The drip tray should be cleaned after every usage
of the grill. DO NOT ALLOW EXCESS GREASE OR
LIQUIDS TO ACCUMULATE IN THE DRIP TRAY AS
THIS WILL CREATE A FIRE HAZARD. Note: Allow
the grill to cool completely before attempting to clean.
Remove the drip tray by pulling it out from the grill until
it stops, then lifting the front edge about 45° to remove
from grill. Place the tray in hot, soapy water to clean,
rinse and dry. Reinstall by placing rear of tray into
guides, then lifting front edge 45° to re-insert the tray.
Slide completely into grill. NEVER USE GRILL
WITHOUT DRIP TRAY BEING PROPERLY
INSTALLED.
CLEANING BRIQUETTE HOLDER
Although they normally burn clean with use, you can
clean the trays occasionally. Allow the grill to cool off
completely and set the trays upside-down onto their
mounting points. Set the grill on “HI” for 20-30 minutes
to burn the briquettes clean. The trays can also be
scrubbed clean. Make sure the trays are cooled
completely.