Outdoor Cooking Information
Grill Usage Tips
• Always use the grill outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Do not bring
cylinders or grills intended for outdoor use inside or into an enclosed
space, such as a garage.
• DO NOT allow anyone to conduct any activities around the grill when
the grill is in use, or following its use. The grill body is hot during the
period of use and will remain hot for some time following its use.
• DO NOT use the grill directly adjacent to the side of the house or
structure and never under any surface such as a carport, porch, or in a
garage.
• Always follow all of the grill manufacturer’s instructions and keep written
materials in a safe, accessible place.
• Before lighting your grill, use a leak-detection solution made from a
teaspoon of mild liquid hand soap in a cup of water to check all
connections for leaks. Bubbles at the connection indicate leakage.
Rinse thoroughly using clean w
• When lighting a grill, make sure grill top is open.
• Never use matches or lighters to check for leaks.
• Make sure the grill is shut off and cooled off before covering after use.
• When not in use, make sure the grill burner controls are off and keep the
cylinder valve closed.
• Never allow children to tamper or play with the cylinder or grill.
• If there is an uncontrollable release of gas or a fire, call the fire
department immediately and move all people and pets away from the
grill. Do not attempt to move the grill or put the fire out with a fire
extinguisher.
Grill Cleaning and Maintenance Tips
• Clean the burner and tubes - Make sure the propane cylinder is
turned off and disconnected. Following the instructions in the owner’s
manual, remove the briquettes and cooking grids. Unfasten the burner,
slip the venturi tubes off the orifices, and remove the burner unit as a
whole. Clean off any dirt or grease accumulation using a soft cloth and
soapy water, then towel dry the unit. When the unit is dry, clean out each
gas port on the burner unit with toothpicks and clean the venturi tubes by
soaking them in warm, soapy water.
• Clean the grill housing - Before you start, cover the gas orifices
beneath the control panel with aluminum foil to prevent corrosion. Scrub
the grill’s inner and outer surfaces with a brass-bristle brush and soapy
water. Rinse thoroughly with a garden hose and towel dry. After the grill
housing is dry, reattach the burner, venturi tubes, and igniter.
• Check the fuel supply system - Always inspect the gas line,
connections, and propane cylinder for damage, rust, and corrosion before
restarting the grill. Reconnect your propane tank to the grill and test the
connections for leaks by brushing them with a solution of mild hand soap
and water. Avoid using dish soap or window cleaner containing ammonia
as it will corrode brass fittings. After checking for leaks, rinse thoroughly
with clean water. Turn on the gas. If bubbles appear or the distinctive
“rotten egg” smell of gas is present, turn off the gas and tighten the
connections. Wait three minutes, then do the test again. If the bubbles or
smell continues, shut off the gas and call your local propane supplier.
• Clean the briquettes and cooking grids - Flip the briquettes so the
greasy side faces the burner and place the grids in their usual places.
Light the grill, close the lid, and set the flame on high for 15 minutes. The
heat will burn the grease off the briquettes and grids. After the grill cools,
remove the grids and briquettes. Using the brass-bristle brush and some
warm, soapy water, scrub the grids clean, rinse, and towel dry.
Camping Equipment Safety Tips
• Make sure the shelter or camper is adequately ventilated at all times.
• Have your camping appliances checked at least once a year by a
qualified technician to ensure they are functioning properly.
• Never use a propane stove in an enclosed area. It should be located in
an open, well-ventilated area away from shrubs, dry wood, and other
combustibles.
• Never leave a hot stove unattended. Always turn it off, allowing it to
cool before moving it.
• Keep dirt and foreign particles out of the propane lantern valves and
blow the valves clean before connecting a cylinder to the lantern.
• Never operate a lantern without a mantle or with a damaged mantle that
has visible holes or cracks.
• Leave plenty of clearance between your propane lantern and/or
propane stove and all combustible materials.
• Use your propane lantern only as a light source. It is not a space
heater.
• Only use propane gas heaters that have been tested and labeled by a
recognized agency.
• Use the heater only for heating, not for cooking food or drying clothes.
• Make certain that all rubber hoses are kept clear of flames and hot
surfaces, and if the hose is melted, cut or cracked do not use the hose
and replace it prior to using the propane appliance.
• Make certain that all connections and fittings are tight and leak free
prior to lighting the equipment.