Weber Performer Touch-N-Go Ignition User manual

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Owner’s Manual
TOUCH-N-GO™IGNITION
WARNING: Do not try to light this
appliance without reading "Lighting"
instructions section of this manual.
THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR
OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These
instructions must be left with the owner
and the owner should keep them for future
use.
DANGER
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open lid.
4. If odor continues, immediately call your
gas supplier or your fire department.
WARNING
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
2. An LP tank not connected for use shall
not be stored in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
WARNING: Follow all leak check
procedures carefully in this manual prior
to barbecue operation. Do this even if
barbecue was dealer assembled.
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Gas Ignition
YOU MUST READ THIS OWNERS GUIDE
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GAS IGNITION GRILL

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WARNINGS
Do not store a spare or disconnected LP tank under or near this barbecue.
Improper assembly may be dangerous. Please follow the assembly instructions in this manual.
Combustible materials should never be within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of the barbecue.
Do not put a barbecue cover or anything flammable on or in the storage area under the barbecue.
Do not use lava or char rocks in your barbecue.
Never lean over the barbecue when lighting the gas burner.
Barbecue should be thoroughly cleaned on a regular basis.
Do not use gasoline, liquid fire starter or alcohol on the charcoal at any time. Do not use any form of self-
lighting charcoal at any time.
Infants, children and pets should never be left unattended near the barbecue.
Make sure ash catcher is in place when using the barbecue.
Always remove the lid before lighting the gas burner, either manually or with the igniter. Lid must remain
OFF until charcoal is fully ignited.
Always put charcoal in Char-Baskets or on top of the lower (charcoal) grate. Do not put charcoal directly in
the bottom of the bowl.
Remove ashes from the ash catcher only after all coals have been fully extinguished.
Never touch grates (charcoal and cooking), ashes or coals to see if they are hot.
Do not use water to control flare-ups or extinguish coals, as it may damage the porcelain finish; slightly
close bottom air vents (dampers) and use the lid. To extinguish coals when finished cooking, close all
vents (dampers) after putting lid on the bowl.
Barbecue mitts should always be worn while cooking, adjusting air vents (dampers), adding charcoal, and
handling the thermometer or lid.
Never dump hot coals where they might be stepped on or be a fire hazard. Never dump ashes or coals
before they are fully extinguished. Do not store barbecue until ashes and coals are fully extinguished.
After a period of storage and/or nonuse, check for gas leaks and burner obstructions before using. See
instructions in this manual for correct procedures.
Do not operate the barbecue if a gas leak is present.
Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks.
Should the burner go out at any time during operation, turn tank valve off. Remove lid and wait five
minutes before attempting to relight, using the lighting instructions in this manual.
The conversion or attempted use of natural gas in this barbecue is dangerous and will void your warranty.
Do not attempt to disconnect the gas regulator from the tank or any gas fitting while the barbecue is in
use.
Use only the LP gas regulator that is supplied with your barbecue.
A dented or rusty LP tank may be hazardous and should be checked by your liquid propane supplier. Do
not use an LP tank with a damaged valve.
Although your LP tank may appear to be empty, it may still contain gas. The tank should be transported
and stored accordingly.
If you see, smell or hear gas escaping from the LP tank:
1. Get away from the LP tank.
2. Do not attempt to correct the problem yourself.
3. Call your fire department.
Use only the LP tank supplied with your barbecue. Do not connect anything larger than a 5 lb cylinder.
You should exercise reasonable care when operating your barbecue. It will be hot during cooking and/or
cleaning, and should never be left unattended.
Combustion by products produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
DANGER
Failure to follow the Dangers, Warnings and Cautions contained in this Owner’s Manual may
result in serious bodily injury or death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.

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Weber Stephen Products Co. (Weber) hereby warrants to
the ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASER of this Weber
Barbecue that if it is assembled and operated in
accordance with the printed instructions accompanying it
then for a period of one (1) year from the date of
purchase, the cooking grate, charcoal grate, Char-
Basket™ Fuel Holders and the tank shall be free from
defects in material and workmanship; and for three (3)
years from the date of purchase, the burner assembly,
igniter, hose, test valve and regulator shall be free from
defects in material and workmanship; and for five (5)
years from the date of purchase all other parts shall be
free from defects in material and workmanship.
Weber may require reasonable proof of your date of
purchase. THEREFORE, YOU SHOULD RETAIN YOUR
SALES SLIP OR INVOICE AND RETURN THE WEBER
LIMITED WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
IMMEDIATELY.
This Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair or
replacement of parts which prove defective under normal
use and service and which on examination shall indicate,
to Weber's satisfaction, they are defective. Before
returning any parts, contact Weber-Stephen Products
Co. Customer Service Center. If Weber confirms the
defect and approves the claim, Weber will elect to
replace such parts without charge. If you are required to
return defective parts, transportation charges must be
prepaid. Weber will return parts to the purchaser, freight
or postage prepaid.
This Limited Warranty does not cover any failures or
operating difficulties due to accident, abuse, misuse,
alteration, misapplication, improper installation or improper
maintenance or service, or failure to perform normal and
routine maintenance, including but not limited to damage
caused by insects within the burner tubes, as set out in
this owner's manual.
There are no other express warrants except as set forth
herein and any applicable implied warranties of
merchantability and fitness are limited in duration to the
period of coverage of this express written Limited
Warranty. Some states do not allow limitation on how long
an implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may not apply
to you.
Weber is not liable for any special, indirect or
consequential damages. Some states do not allow the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential
damages, so this limitation or exclusion may not apply to
you.
Weber does not authorize any person or company to
assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection
with the sale, installation, use, removal, return, or
replacement of its equipment; and no such
representations are binding on Weber.
This Warranty applies only to products sold at retail.
WEBER-STEPHEN PRODUCTS CO.
Customer Service Center
1890 Roselle Road, Suite 308
Schaumburg, IL 60195
USA
1-[phone]
Warranty
© 1999 Weber-Stephen Products Co. Weber, the silhouette, and the kettle configuration are registered U.S.
trademarks of Weber-Stephen Products Co., 200 East Daniels Road, Palatine, IL 60067-6266, U.S.A. This product is
covered by one or more United States patents and patents in other nations globally. Printed in the U.S.A.

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Contents
WARNINGS 2
Warranty & Patents 3
General Instructions 5
Parts Listing 6-7
Tools Needed 8-9
Assembly 10-19
Operating Instructions
Lighting 20-21
Insect Alerts 21
Cooking Methods 22
Periodic Cleaning 23
Storage 23
LP Tank Information 24-25
Troubleshooting & Maintenance
Troubleshooting 26
Maintenance 27-28
FEATURES:
a) Exclusive Touch-N-Go™Gas Ignition System takes
the hassle out of lighting charcoal briquets. Simply
push a button and the system's gas burner ignites,
starting the charcoal for you. No dangerous liquid
starters to use or store, and no more liquid starter
aftertaste.
b) The 5 lb LP tank that is provided with your barbecue
will last for approximately 150 lightings at normal use
(each lighting lasting 3 to 5 minutes).
c) CharBin™ Storage Container holds over 20 lbs of
charcoal within easy reach.
d) Stainless steel CharBin lid serves as a great work
area and covers the CharBin Storage Container to
keep briquets dry.
e) Stainless steel cooking grate holder.
f) Convenient bottom rack for storage.
g) High-capacity ash catcher locks in place, eliminating
blowing ashes.
h) One-Touch®Cleaning System easily sweeps out
ashes, or opens and closes the vents.
i) Patented Dual-Purpose Thermometer monitors the
cooking temperature inside the grill and can also be
used as a probe to quickly check the doneness of
food.
j) Tuck-Away™Lid slides back into the stainless steel lid
holder and acts as a windshield when lighting
briquets.
k) Hinged access flaps swing open on cooking grate for
easy addition of briquets or wood chips during
cooking.
l) Char-Basket™Fuel Holders allow convenient Indirect
and concentrated Direct cooking flexibility with wood
or charcoal.
IMPORTANT NEW FEATURES:
Your Weber Gas Barbecue is equipped with a new
and improved LP tank connection, that has
additional safety features. They are:
1. The connection of the barbecue to the LP tank can
be made without the use of tools.
2. The new connection will not permit the flow of gas
until a positive gas connection is made.
3. If an accidental fire occurs at the LP tank
connection, the flow of gas is stopped by a
temperature activated shutoff.
4. If the LP supply hose becomes damaged, cut,
punctured, or accidentally fire damaged, the
barbecue connection is equipped with an excess
flow control that will limit the flow of gas if leakage or
a fire occurs.
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General Instructions
Your Weber Performer Grill with Touch-N-Go Gas Ignition
is a portable outdoor cooking appliance. You can grill,
barbecue, roast and bake with results that are difficult to
duplicate with indoor kitchen appliances.
The Performer Grill is portable so you can easily change
its location in your yard or on your patio. Portability
means you can take your Weber Charcoal Barbecue with
you if you move.
■These instructions will give you the minimum
requirements for assembling your Performer Grill.
Please read the instructions carefully before using
your grill. Improper assembly can be dangerous.
■Not for use by children.
■The pressure regulator supplied with the Weber
Barbecue must be used. This regulator is set for 10.5
inches of water column (pressure).
■The Weber Performer Grill with Touch-N-Go Gas
Ignition is designed for use with liquid propane (LP)
gas only. Do not use with natural (piped in city) gas.
The valves, orifices, hose and regulator are for LP
gas only.
Storage
■The gas must be turned OFF at the LP tank when
the grill is not in use.
■When the Performer Grill is stored indoors, the gas
supply MUST BE DISCONNECTED and the LP tank
stored outdoors in a well-ventilated space.
■LP tanks must be stored outdoors in a well-ventilated
area out of the reach of children. Disconnected LP
tanks must not be stored in a building, garage or any
other enclosed area.
■When the LP tank is not disconnected from the
Performer Grill, the appliance and LP tank must be
kept outdoors in a well-ventilated space.
■Check that the areas around the tank, hose and
burner assembly are free from debris that might
obstruct the air flow of gas or air.
Operating area
WARNING: Onlyuse this barbecue outdoors in a
well-ventilated area. Do not use in a garage, building,
breezeway or any other enclosed area.
■Never use your Performer Grill under an unprotected
combustible roof or overhang.
■Your Weber Gas Barbecue is not intended to be
installed in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.
■Do not use combustible materials within 24 inches of
the top, bottom, back or sides of the grill.
■The entire barbecue gets hot when in use. Do not
leave unattended.
■Keep any electrical supply cord and the fuel supply
hose away from any heated surface.
■Keep the cooking area clear of flammable vapors
and liquids, such as gasoline, alcohol, etc., and
combustible materials.
LP Tank
The LP tank manufacturer is responsible for the materials,
workmanship and performance of the tank. If the tank has
a defect, malfunctions, or you have a question regarding
the tank, call the tank manufacturer's customer service
center. The phone number is on the warning decal which is
permanently attached to the tank. If the tank manufacturer
has not resolved the issue to your satisfaction, then call
Weber-Stephen Products Co., Customer Service Center.

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1. 1/4-20 x 5/8 inch truss head screw
2. Nylon damper handle
3. Lid damper
4. 1/4 inch aluminum washer (9)
5. 1/4-20 acorn nut (4)
6. Lid assembly
7. 22 inch hinged cooking grate
8. Char-Baskets Fuel Holders (2)
9. Charcoal grate
10.H-drive
11-13. Damper blades
14.1/4-20 x 1 3/4 inch bolt (8)
15.1/4 inch nylon washers (16)
16.Lid holder support strap
17.Lid holder lower support
18.1/4-20 hex keps nut (5)
19.Lid holder wire
20. Lid roller
21.Bowl
22.H-washer
23.Control rod
24.Ash catcher ring assembly
25.Ash catcher and handle
26.1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolt (4)
27.Wheel frame
28.Axle
29.Wheels (2)
30.Wheel hub caps (2)
31.#8-18 x 5/8 inch screw (3)
32.Nylon lid handle (top)
33.Nylon lid handle (bottom)
34. Thermometer mount assembly
35.Thermometer
36.CharBin Storage Container
37.Bowl panel
38.Control panel
39.Burner assembly
40.Orifice clip
41.Hose and regulator assembly
42.CharBin lid handle
43.CharBin lid
44.Hinge rod
45.Tool holders (3)
46.Igniter and lock nut
47.Top frame
48.Tubing plugs (4)
49.Cooking grate holder
50.Front panel assembly
51.Caster frame
52.Tank holder
53.Tank panel
54.Bottom connector (2)
55.Caster inserts (2)
56.Casters (2)
57.Bottom rack
58.Match holder/burner cleaning tool
59.5 lb LP tank
60.Filler adapter
WARNING:
Use only Weber factory authorized parts.
The use of any part that is not factory
authorized can be dangerous. This will also
void your warranty.
Parts List
All items are single quantities unless otherwise specified.
Parts can be ordered directly from Weber-Stephen
Products Company by phone or mail.
Note - Do not return parts to Weber-Stephen Products
Co. without first contacting the Customer service Center
by phone or mail. Returning the part may not be
necessary.

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Check package contents
The following item will be found in the top box.
Bottom rack
The following items will be found in the large box
(shipper).
CharBin Storage
Container
Bowl assembly
Lid Assembly
Ash catcher assembly
Two Char-Basket Fuel Holders
LP tank
Tools needed:
Phillips screwdriver
7/16 inch and 7/8 inch or an adjustable wrench
Pliers
Hammer
Block of wood
Supplies needed
Your LP tank is shipped empty for safety.You will
need to fill it (See Step "Fill LP tank").
You will need a soap and water solution to check for gas
leaks.
Packages
Your Weber Performer Grill comes in a large box
(shipper) which includes a top box, and bottom carton.
There is a hardware pack of small parts and hardware
that will be found in the bottom carton.
Note - The hardware size of nuts, bolts and screws is
given. For example "1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolt" means a bolt
1/4 inch in diameter with 20 threads to the inch, 1/2 inch
long. On a small screw, "8-18 x 5/8 inch screw" means a
number 8 screw, with 18 threads to the inch, 5/8 inch
long.
While we give much attention to our products,
unfortunately an occasional error may occur. If a part
is missing, do not go back to the store. Call the Weber
Customer Service Center toll free 1-800-446-1071 to
receive immediate assistance. Have your owner’s
manual and serial number available for reference.

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Charcoal grate
Hinged cooking
grate
Burner cleaning
tool/ match holder
Two wheels
Axle
Ash Catcher Ring
The following items will be found in the hardware
pack.
Sixteen nylon washers
(actual size)
Four aluminum washers
(actual size)
Eight 1/4-20 x 1 3/4 inch bolts
(actual size)
Four 1/4-20 acorn nuts
(actual size)
Four 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts
(actual size)
Three tool holders
Three hubcaps
Filler adapter
The following items will be found in the bottom
carton.
Wheel frame
Two bottom connectors
Front panel
Caster frame assembly
Top frame assembly
Tank holder assembly
Control panel
Bowl panel

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Assembly Instructions
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Figure 1
Step 1
Assemble wheels
You will need: axle, two wheel hubcaps, two wheels, wheel frame, hammer
and a block of wood.
Place one end of the axle on the block of wood (or other protected surface).
Tap on one hubcap.
Put one wheel on the axle, WEBER side toward the hubcap. Slide the axle
through the frame. Add the other wheel, WEBER side out. Tap on the
hubcap. Figure 1.
Figure 2a
Step 2
Install Ash Catcher Ring
Hold the Ash Catcher Ring in position over bottom of bowl as shown in figure 2a. (Note
the position of the bowl and the ring in the picture):
- Tilt the Ash Catcher Ring slightly so the One Touch Handle can slide through the
handle slot in the ring.
Ash Catcher Ring
One Touch Handle

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Step 2 (cont.)
- Once the One Touch Handle is through the handle
slot of the Ash Catcher Ring, tilt the ring back down
and position the locking clips over the couplings on
the bottom of the bowl.
Once the the locking clips are in position over the
couplings push the ring straight down until the clips snap
into position as shown in figure 2b.
Figure 2b
Locking Clip
Coupling
Caution: Make sure all Locking Clips are fully
engaged in each coupling as shown below.

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Figure 3
(a)
Tab on the inside
of frame tube
Figure 4
Weber nameplate facing out
Step 3
Assemble the frame
You will need: top frame assembly, wheel frame
assembly and caster frame assembly.
Note - Work on soft surface (grass, or carton inserts) to
protect the finish during frame assembly.
Set the top frame on the ground so the leg tabs point up.
Fit the wheel frame assembly onto the leg tabs at the
open end of the top frame. Figure 3.
Fit the caster frame assembly onto the leg tabs at the
other end of the top frame. Figure 3.
The tabs must be on the inside of the frame tubes when
the joints are closed. Figure 3 (a).
Step 4
Continue frame assembly
You will need: frame assembly, front panel, four 1/2 inch
bolts, four nylon washers and a 7/16 inch open-end or an
adjustable wrench.
Place front panel along inside edge of frame assembly
with Weber logo on the side closest to the wheel
frame and facing out. Slip washers on bolts, insert
bolts through the front panel and screw into the frame
assembly. Figure 4.
Add the remaining bolts and washers to the other side of
the frame and tighten. Figure 4.

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Figure 5
Step 5
Complete frame assembly
You will need: two bottom connectors, tank holder
assembly, four 1 3/4 inch bolts, four nylon washers and a
7/16 inch open-end or an adjustable wrench.
Turn over partial frame assembly and remove twist tie
from CharBin lid.
Hold one bottom connector between wheel and caster
frames, below front panel. Place washer on bolt, insert
through wheel frame and screw into bottom connector.
Figure 5.
Lift open CharBin lid. Insert tank holder assembly tabs
into the slots in the frame brace. Figure 5 (a). Slide up
until the notch at the bottom of the tank
holder assembly fits over the cross brace of the
caster frame. Figure 5 (b).
Place washer on bolt, insert through tank holder
assembly and frame, and screw into bottom
connector. Do not fully tighten bolts until both
bottom connectors are in place.
Hold the other bottom connector between wheel
and caster frames. Add washers to bolts. Insert bolts
through frame and screw into bottom connector.
Figure 5. Tighten all four bolts.
(a)
Slots in frame brace
CharBin lid
Install this
bolt first
Bottom connector
(b)
Figure 6
Step 6
Uncover CharBin lid
Remove protective plastic covering from CharBin lid.
Figure 6.
CharBin lid

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Figure 7
Step 7
Install bowl assembly
You will need: bowl assembly, four 1 3/4 inch bolts, eight
nylon washers, four aluminum washers, four acorn nuts,
7/16 inch open-end or adjustable wrench and pliers.
Set bowl assembly in open end of frame with lid
holder to the outside, and align mounting brackets over
holes in frame. Figure 7.
Slip a nylon washer on a bolt and insert bolt through
bowl mounting bracket and frame. Place a nylon washer
then an aluminum washer and acorn nut on end of bolt.
Figure 7.
Repeat for the other three bolts. Do not tighten until all
four bolts are correctly in place.
CAUTION: Do not overtighten the bolts. Over
tightening can fracture the porcelain.
Lid holder
Nylon washers
Aluminum washer
Figure 8
Step 8
Install igniter
Note - The igniter wires have been attached to the
igniter for factory testing of the ignition system. There is
no need to disconnect for installation. Figure 8 (a).
The igniter assembly is taped to the burner assembly.
Remove the tape and insert top part of igniter through
the large part of the keyhole.
Loosen the igniter lock nut and slide igniter to the
narrow end of the keyhole with the igniter gasket above
the frame brace. Tighten the igniter lock nut.
Figure 8 (b).
Note - If the igniter works loose in the frame, carefully
tighten the igniter lock nut with an adjustable wrench
or pliers.
(a)
(b)
Igniter lock nut
Igniter
Igniter gasket
Igniter lock nut
Key hole in
frame brace
White igniter wire
Black igniter wire

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Step 9
Fill LP tank
Note - The LP tank manufacturer is responsible for
the materials, workmanship and performance of the tank.
If the tank has a defect, malfunctions, or you have a
question regarding the tank, call the tank manufacturer's
customer service center. The phone number is on the
warning decal which is permanently attached to the tank.
If the tank manufacturer has not resolved the issue to
your satisfaction, then call Weber-Stephen Products Co.,
Customer Service Center.
Take the LP tank to an RV center (or some other source
of LP gas) to fill the tank with only5lbs of
liquid propane.
WARNING: We recommend that your LP tank be
filled at an authorized LP gas dealer by a qualified
attendant, who fills the tank by weight.
IMPROPER FILLING IS DANGEROUS.
Tell your LP dealer that this is a new LP tank. The air
must be removed from a new LP tank before the initial
filling. Your LP tank dealer is equipped to do this.
CAUTION: If you exchange your LP tank, make
sure you get a similar tank in return. Your LP tank is
equipped with a quick-disconnect valve. Other LP
tanks are not compatible with your barbecue
connection.
The LP tank must be installed, transported and stored in
an upright position. LP tank should not be dropped or
handled roughly.
Never store or transport the LP tank where
temperatures can reach 125°Fahrenheit (too hot to hold
by hand –for example: do not leave the LP tank in a car
on a hot day).
For full instructions on safe handling of LP tanks, see
Section "Operating Instructions".
Note - A refill will last for approximately 150 lightings at
normal use (each lighting lasting 3 to 5 minutes). LP
tank does not have to be empty before refilling.
Figure 9
Step 10
Install and connect filled LP tank
WARNING: Make sure that the LP tank valve is
closed. Close by turning clockwise.
Hook LP tank onto tank holder assembly.
The square hole on the tank collar fits over the top lip of
the tank holder assembly. Figure 9 (a).
The bottom of the tank rests firmly on the lower lip of the
tank holder assembly. Figure 9 (b).
Top lip of tank
holder assembly
Bottom lip of tank
holder assembly
(b)
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Figure 10
The hose and regulator are connected in the following
manner:
Slide back the collar of the quick disconnect on the tank
valve. Figure 10 (a). Push the male fitting of the regulator
into the quick disconnect, and maintain
pressure. Slide the collar closed. Figure 10 (b) shows the
quick disconnect engaged. Figure 10 (a) shows various
components of the tank and regulator.
(b)
Valve handwheel
Tank valve
Pressure
relief valve
Test valve
Regulator
Hose
(a)
Figure 11
Step 11
Check for gas leaks
(a)
(b)
Test valve in
CLOSED position
Test valve in
OPEN position
DANGER
Do not use an open flame to check for gas
leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open
flames in the area while you check for leaks.
This will result in a fire or explosion which
can cause serious bodily injury or death
and damage to property.
WARNING: Check for gas leaks every time any gas
fitting is disconnected and reconnected.
You will need: a soap and water solution and a rag or
brush to apply it.
Note - Since some leak test solutions, including soap
and water, may be slightly corrosive, all connections
should be rinsed with water after checking for leaks.
To perform leak checks: Turn test valve to the CLOSED
position. Figure 11. Turn tank valve ON
(counterclockwise). Check for leaks by wetting the
connections with the soap and water solution and
watching for bubbles.
Check the following connections, as shown in figure 11:
a) Test valve to regulator connection.
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If bubbles occur, or if a bubble enlarges, the connection
is leaking. Turn OFF the gas at LP tank.
If the leak is at connection a) DO NOT OPERATE THE
BARBECUE. Contact your dealer.
If the leak is at connection b) disconnect and
reconnect the quick disconnect fitting. Turn the gas back
on and recheck with the soap and water solution.
WARNING: If leak persists after tightening the
connection, turn OFF the gas at LP tank. DO NOT
OPERATE THE BARBECUE. Contact your dealer.
After completing the leak checks:
a) Turn the LP tank valve OFF (clockwise) and rinse
connections with water.
b) Turn the test valve to the OPEN position (parallel to
the hose). Figure 12.
Test valve must be in OPEN
position when operating grill
Figure 12
(a)
Figure 13
Step 12
Add bowl panel, tool holders and CharBin
Storage Container
You will need: bowl panel, three tool holders and
CharBin Storage Container.
Remove protective plastic covering from bowl panel.
Slide the ends of bowl panel under bowl mounting
brackets so the ends rest on tabs inside frame. Set the
panel in place on top of the frame brace. Figure 13.
Hook the tool holders over the frame rail. There is a
cut-out on the right side of the front panel to
accommodate the tool holders. Figure 13.
Tool holders
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(b)
Figure 14
Note: Before sliding the CharBin into place check that
the Cooking grate holder is sitting loosely on the frame
brace and is conforming to the frame brace. Figure 14 a.
If it is tight or stuck over the edge of the frame brace,
Figure 14 b, reposition as in Figure 14 a.
If the Cooking grate holder is not correctly positioned, it
could allow the CharBin to slide through the frame.
Slide CharBin down into the top frame with the deep end
toward the rear. Figure 14.
CharBin
Inside of
Frame Brace
Cooking grate
holder
Figure 15
Step 13
Install ash catcher, control panel & bottom rack
You will need: ash catcher, control panel and bottom
rack.
Align handle and prongs of ash catcher with their
appropriate slots on the ash catcher ring. The handle fits
into the larger slot. Figure 15 (a).
Lift ash catcher up into slots and rotate to the right. Ash
catcher will fit securely into place. Figure 15 (b).
Set control panel in place over igniter and LP tank
handwheel. Figure 15.
Slide bottom rack into position between bottom
connectors. Figure 15.
Control panel
Ash catcher handle
(a) (b)

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Figure 16
Step 14
Add grates, Char-Basket Fuel Holders
and lid
You will need: charcoal grate, Char-Baskets, hinged
cooking grate and lid.
Place charcoal grate on bottom supports in bowl. Set
Char-Baskets on charcoal grate, cooking grate on top
supports, and lid on bowl. Figure 16.

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4) Position filled Char-Baskets over burner. Figure 3.
Lighting
Operating Instructions
DANGER
Open lid before lighting. Do not use any
flammable liquids such as starting fluid,
gasoline, alcohol or any form of self-
lighting charcoal at any time, including
when manually lighting. Failure to do so
will cause serious bodily injury or death.
Figure 1
Control rod
Closed Open
Figure 2
Figure 3
Char-Basket
Fuel Holders
Burner
WARNING: Check hose before each use of
barbecue for nicks, cracking, abrasions or cuts.
If the hose is found to be unserviceable do not
use barbecue. Replace using only Weber factory
authorized replacement parts. Order from Weber-
Stephen Products Co., Customer Service Center,
or authorized dealer.
1) Open lid.
2) Clear any ashes from the bowl by moving the control
rod side to side. Figure 1.
CAUTION: Be sure that burner slots are free of any
ash or obstructions before lighting.
3) Open bottom bowl vents. Figure 2.
5) Turn gas supply ON (counterclockwise) at LP tank.
WARNING: Do not lean over open barbecue while
lighting.
6) Push igniter button until burner ignites.
CAUTION: Flame may be difficult to see on a bright
day.
CAUTION: Your LP tank connection is equipped
with an excess flow device. If it activates it reduces
the flow of gas to the burner. If this should occur
turn OFF the LP tank and turn the test valve OFF.
Wait 5 minutes for the gas to clear. Then turn ON the
LP tank and slowly turn the test valve ON and try to
ignite again.
WARNING: If burner fails to ignite, turn tank valve
handwheel OFF. Wait five minutes for gas
to clear and follow Manual Lighting Instructions.
7) Turn gas supply OFF after charcoal has started to
burn (approximately 3-5 min.).
Note - If you are cooking using the Indirect method,
separate your Char-Baskets after turning gas supply OFF.
Wear barbecue mitts and use long-handled tongs.
8) You can begin cooking when briquets have a light
coating of grey ash (approx. 25-30 minutes).