LP OWNER’S MANUAL
m DANGER
If you smell gas:
• Shut off gas to the appliance.
• Extinguish any open flames.
• Open lid.
• If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and
immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or
explosion which could cause property damage, personal
injury or death.
m DANGER
• Never operate this appliance unattended.
• Never operate this appliance within 24 inches (61 cm) of any
structure, combustible material or other gas cylinder.
• Never operate this appliance within 25 ft (7.5 m) of any
flammable liquid.
• If a fire should occur, keep away from the appliance and
immediately call your fire department. Do not attempt to
extinguish an oil or grease fire with water.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire,
explosion or burn hazard, which could cause property
damage, personal injury or death.
This instruction manual
contains important information
necessary for the proper
assembly and safe use of the
appliance.
Read and follow all warnings
and instructions before
assembling and using the
appliance.
Follow all warnings and
instructions when using the
appliance.
Installation and Assembly
m DANGER: This grill is not intended to be installed in or
on recreational vehicles or boats.
m WARNING: Do not use this grill unless all parts are in
place and the grill was properly assembled according
to the assembly instructions.
m WARNING: Do not build this model of grill in any built-in
or slide-in construction.
m WARNING: Do not modify the appliance (grill). Liquid
propane gas is not natural gas. The conversion or
attempted use of natural gas in a liquid propane gas
unit or liquid propane gas in a natural gas unit is unsafe
and will void your warranty.
• In the United States, installation must conform with local
codes or, in the absence of local codes, with either the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natural Gas
and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1; or Propane
Storage and Handling Code, B149.2; or the Standard for
Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A119.2/NFPA 1192, and CSA
Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicle Code, as applicable.
• InCanada, the installation of this grill must comply with
local codes and/or the latest edition of Standard CAN/
CSA-B149.2 (Propane Storage and Handling Code). These
instructions, while generally acceptable, do not necessarily
comply with the Canadian installation codes, particularly
with piping above and below ground.
• In Mexico, if there are local codes that apply to portable
gas appliances, you must comply with the latest edition of
Ocial Mexican Standard (NOM).
• If an external electrical source is utilized (such as a
rotisserie) it must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1.
Operation
m DANGER: Only use the grill outdoors in a well-ventilated
area. Do not use in a garage, building, breezeway,
tent, any other enclosed area, or beneath overhead
combustibleconstruction.
• An appliance is considered to be outdoors if installed
with shelter no more inclusive than with walls on three
sides, but with no overhead cover; all openings must be
permanently open; sliding doors, garage doors, windows,
or screened openings are not considered as permanent
openings.
• An appliance is considered to be outdoors if installed with
shelter no more inclusive than within a partial enclosure
that includes an overhead cover and no more than two
sidewalls. The sidewalls may be parallel, as in a breeze-
way, or at right angles to each other; all openings must be
permanently open; sliding door, garage doors, windows,
or screened openings are not considered as permanent
openings.
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Keep this manual for future
reference.
Carefully follow all leak-check
procedures in this Owner’s
Guide prior to grill operation.
Do this even if the grill was
dealer-assembled.
Do not ignite this appliance
without first reading the burner
ignition sections of this manual.
THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS
DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR
USEONL
Y.
17"/22" Portable Griddle
Serial Number
Write your grill's serial number in the box above for future
reference. The serial number is on the grill's data label.
FEATURES OF THIS
GRILL
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• An appliance is considered to be outdoors if installed with
shelter no more inclusive than within a partial enclosure
that included an overhead cover and three sidewalls, as long
as 30% or more of the horizontal periphery of the enclosure
is permanently open. All openings must be permanently
open; sliding doors, garage doors, windows, or screened
openings are not considered as permanent openings.
• The minimum ambient operating temperature for safe use
of the appliance shall be 0° F (-17° C).
m DANGER: Do not use the grill in any vehicle or in any
storage or cargo area of any vehicle. This includes, but
is not limited to, cars, trucks, station wagons, mini-vans,
sport utility vehicles, recreational vehicles, andboats.
m DANGER: Do not use the grill within 24 inches (61 cm) of
combustible materials.
m DANGER: The grill is not intended for and should never be
used as a heater.
m DANGER: Keep the cooking area clear of flammable
vapors and liquids such as gasoline, alcohol, etc., and
combustible materials.
m DANGER: This appliance (grill) must be kept away from
flammable materials during use.
m DANGER: Do not put a grill cover or anything flammable
on, or in the storage area under the grill while it is in
operation or is hot.
m DANGER: Should a grease fire occur, turn o all burners
and leave lid closed until fire is out.
m WARNING: Accessible parts may be very hot. Keepyoung
children away.
m WARNING: The use of alcohol, prescription drugs,
non-prescription drugs, or illegal drugs may impair the
consumer’s ability to properly and safely assemble,
move, store, or operate thegrill.
m WARNING: Never leave the grill unattended during pre-
heating or use. Exercise caution when using this grill. The
entire cookbox gets hot when in use.
m WARNING: Do not move the appliance (grill) duringuse.
m WARNING: Keep any electrical supply cord and the fuel
supply hose away from any heated surfaces.
m CAUTION: This product has been safety-tested and is only
certified for use in a specific country. Refer to country
designation located on outside of box.
m CAUTION: Allow grill to completely cool before moving.
m CAUTION: Remove griddle cooktop during transit.
m CAUTION: The grill is not intended for commercial use.
m CAUTION: Do not use charcoal or lava rock in the grill.
Storage and/or Non-Use
m WARNING: Turn o the gas supply at the gas cylinder
(tank) after use.
m WARNING: LP tanks must be stored outdoors out of the
reach of children and must not be stored in a building,
garage, or any other enclosed space.
m WARNING: After a period of storage and/or nonuse,
the grill should be checked for gas leaks and burner
obstructions before use.
m Storage of the grill indoors is permissible only if the LP
tank is disconnected and removed from the grill.
California Proposition 65
m WARNING: Combustion byproducts produced when
using this product contain chemicals known to the state
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm.
m PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: Handling the brass material
on this product exposes you to lead, a chemical known to
the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling this
product.
Limited Warranty
Thank you for purchasing a WEBER product. Weber-Stephen
Products LLC, 1415 S. Roselle Road, Palatine, Illinois 60067
(“WEBER”) prides itself on delivering a safe, durable, and
reliableproduct.
This is WEBER’s Limited Warranty (“Warranty”) provided to you at
no extra charge. It contains the information you will need to have
your WEBER product repaired in the unlikely event of a failure or
defect.
Pursuant to applicable laws, the customer has several rights in
case the product is defective. Those rights include supplementary
performance or replacement, abatement of the purchasing price,
and compensation. These and other statutory rights remain
unaected by this warranty provision. In fact, this warranty
grants additional rights to the Owner that are independent from
statutory warranty provisions.
WEBER’S LIMITED WARRANTY
WEBER warrants, to the purchaser of the WEBER product (or in
the case of a gift or promotional situation, the person for whom it
was purchased as a gift or promotional item) ("Owner"), that the
WEBER product is free from defects in material and workmanship
for the period(s) of time specified below when assembled and
operated in accordance with the accompanying Owner’s Manual,
normal wear and tear excluded . (Note: If you lose or misplace
your WEBER Owner’s Manual, a replacement is available online
at www.weber.com.) WEBER agrees within the framework of this
warranty to repair or replace the part that is defective in material
or workmanship subject to the limitations, and exclusions listed
below. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWABLE BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS
WARRANTY IS EXTENDED ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER
AND IS NOT TRANSFERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS, EXCEPT
IN THE CASE OF GIFTS AND PROMOTIONAL ITEMS AS NOTED
ABOVE.
WEBER stands by its products and is happy to provide you with the
Warranty described for material defects in the grill or its relevant
components, normal wear and tear excepted.
• ‘Normal wear and tear’ includes cosmetic and other immaterial
deterioration that may come with ownership of your grill over
time, such as surface rust, dents / scratches, etc.
However, WEBER will honor this Warranty for the grill or its
relevant components where damage or dysfunction results from
a material defect.
• ‘Material defect’ includes rust through or burn through of certain
parts, or other damage or failure inhibiting your ability to safely /
properly use your grill.
OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY
To ensure trouble-free warranty coverage, it is important (but it
is not required) that you register your WEBER product online at
www.weber.com. Please also retain your original sales receipt
and/or invoice. Registering your WEBER product confirms your
warranty coverage and provides a direct link between you and
WEBER in case we need to contact you. If you have not had time to
register your grill before calling for Warranty service, please have
the following information available when you do call:
Name – Address – Phone Number – Email – Serial Number –
Purchase Date – Purchase Dealer – Model – Color – Primary Issue
The above warranty only applies if the Owner takes reasonable
care of the WEBER product by following all assembly instructions,
usage instructions, and preventative maintenance as outlined in
the accompanying Owner’s Manual, unless the Owner can prove
that the defect or failure is independent of non-compliance with
the above mentioned obligations. If you live in a coastal area, or
have your product located near a pool, maintenance includes
regular washing and rinsing of the exterior surfaces as outlined in
the accompanying Owner’s Manual.
WARRANTY HANDLING / EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY
If you believe that you have a part which is covered by this
Warranty, please contact WEBER Customer Service using the
contact information on our website (www.weber.com, or such
country-specific website to which Owner may be redirected).
WEBER will, upon investigation, repair or replace (at its option) a
defective part that is covered by this Warranty. In the event that
repair or replacement are not possible, WEBER may choose (at its
option) to replace the grill in question with a new grill of equal or
greater value. WEBER may ask you to return parts for inspection,
shipping charges to be pre-paid by owner.
When you contact Customer Service, please have the following
information available:
Name – Address – Phone Number – Email – Serial Number –
Purchase Date – Purchase Dealer – Model – Color – Primary Issue
This WARRANTY lapses if there are damages, deteriorations,
discolorations, and/or rust for which WEBER is not responsible
caused by:
• Abuse, misuse, alteration, modification, misapplication,
vandalism, neglect, improper assembly or installation, and
failure to properly perform normal and routine maintenance;
• Insects (such as spiders) and rodents (such as squirrels),
including but not limited to damage to burner tubes and/or gas
hoses;
• Exposure to salt air and/or chlorine sources such as swimming
pools and hot tubs/spas;
• Severe weather conditions such as hail, hurricanes,
earthquakes, tsunamis or surges, tornadoes or severe storms.
• Acid rain and other environmental factors.
Using third party parts will not void this Warranty. However, any
parts that are used and/or installed on your WEBER product that
are not genuine WEBER parts are not covered by this Warranty. In
addition, any damages that result from the use and/or installation
of parts on your WEBER product that are not genuine WEBER parts
are not covered by this Warranty. Any conversion of a gas grill
not authorized by WEBER and performed by a WEBER authorized
service technician will void this Warranty.
PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIODS
Cookbox:
5 years, no rust through/burn through
(2 years paint excluding fading or discoloration)
Hard cover assembly:
5 years, no rust through/burn through
(2 years paint excluding fading or discoloration)
Stainless steel burner tubes:
5 years, no rust through/burn through
Griddle
5 years (excluding rust)
All remaining parts:
2 years (excluding normal wear and tear)
DISCLAIMERS
APART FROM THE WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMERS AS DESCRIBED
IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT, THERE ARE EXPLICITLY NO
FURTHER WARRANTY OR VOLUNTARY DECLARATIONS OF
LIABILITY GIVEN HERE WHICH GO BEYOND THE STATUTORY
LIABILITY APPLYING TO WEBER. THE PRESENT WARRANTY
STATEMENT ALSO DOES NOT LIMIT OR EXCLUDE SITUATIONS
OR CLAIMS WHERE WEBER HAS MANDATORY LIABILITY AS
PRESCRIBED BY STATUTE.
NO WARRANTIES SHALL APPLY AFTER THE APPLICABLE PERIODS
OF THIS WARRANTY. NO OTHER WARRANTIES GIVEN BY ANY
PERSON, INCLUDING A DEALER OR RETAILER, WITH RESPECT TO
ANY PRODUCT (SUCH AS ANY “EXTENDED WARRANTIES”), SHALL
BIND WEBER. THE EXCLUSIVE REMEDY OF THIS WARRANTY IS
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF THE PART OR PRODUCT.
IN NO EVENT UNDER THIS WARRANTY SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY
KIND BE GREATER THAN THE AMOUNT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE
OF THE WEBER PRODUCT SOLD.
YOU ASSUME THE RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE, OR
INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY AND/OR TO OTHERS AND
THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE MISUSE OR ABUSE OF
THE PRODUCT OR FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED
BY WEBER IN THE ACCOMPANYING OWNER’S MANUAL.
PARTS AND ACCESSORIES REPLACED UNDER THIS WARRANTY
ARE WARRANTED ONLY FOR THE BALANCE OF THE ABOVE
MENTIONED ORIGINAL WARRANTY PERIOD(S).
THIS WARRANTY APPLIES TO PRIVATE SINGLE FAMILY HOME OR
APARTMENT USE ONLY AND DOES NOT APPLY TO WEBER GRILLS
USED IN COMMERCIAL, COMMUNAL OR MULTI-UNIT SETTINGS
SUCH AS RESTAURANTS, HOTELS, RESORTS, OR RENTAL
PROPERTIES.
WEBER MAY FROM TIME TO TIME CHANGE THE DESIGN OF ITS
PRODUCTS. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THIS WARRANTY SHALL
BE CONSTRUED AS OBLIGATING WEBER TO INCORPORATE SUCH
DESIGN CHANGES INTO PREVIOUSLY MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS,
NOR SHALL SUCH CHANGES BE CONSTRUED AS AN ADMISSION
THAT PREVIOUS DESIGNS WERE DEFECTIVE.
Weber-Stephen Products LLC
Customer Service Center
1415 S. Roselle Road
Palatine, IL 60067
U.S.A.
For replacement parts, call:
1-800-446-1071
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Important Information about LPGas &
Gas Connections
What Is LP Gas?
Liquefied petroleum gas, also called LP, LP gas, liquid propane,
or simply propane or butane, is the flammable, petroleum-
based product used to fuel your grill. It is a gas at moderate
temperatures and pressure when it is not contained. But at
moderate pressure inside a container, such as a tank, LP is a
liquid. As pressure is released from the tank, the liquid readily
vaporizes and becomes gas.
Safe Handling Tips for LP Gas Cylinders
There are various guidelines and safety factors that you need
to keep in mind when using LP gas. Carefully follow these
instructions before using your WEBER gas grill.
• Do not use a damaged, dented or rusty LP cylinder.
• Although your LP cylinder may appear to be empty, gas may
still be present, and the cylinder should be transported and
stored accordingly.
• LP cylinders should not be dropped or handled roughly.
• Never store or transport the LP cylinder where temperatures
can reach 125° F (51.7° C) (the cylinder will become too hot
to hold by hand). For example: do not leave the LP cylinder in
a car on a hot day.
• LP cylinders must be kept out of reach of children.
• The LP cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked
in accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders,
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the Standard
for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of
Dangerous Goods, CAN/CSA-B339.
• Cylinders must be provided with a listed OPD (Overfilling
Prevention Device) and a CGA #600 cylinder connection.
The cylinder connection must be compatible with the grill
connection.
Regulator Connections
Your WEBER gas grill is equipped with a pressure regulator,
which is a device to control and maintain uniform gas
pressure as gas is released from the LP cylinder. Each WEBER
pressure regulator is designed for vapor withdrawal.
• The pressure regulator supplied with the WEBER gas grill
must be used. This regulator is set for 11 inches of water
column pressure.
m DANGER: Do not store a spare LP tank under or
near this grill. Never fill the tank beyond 80% full.
Failure to follow these statements exactly may
result in a fire causing death or serious injury.
m WARNING: Do not use a wrench to tighten the
connection. Using a wrench could damage the
regulator coupling and could cause a leak.
m CAUTION: Use cylinders that are marked "Propane"
only.
m WARNING: It may be hazardous to attempt to fit
other types of gas containers.
m IMPORTANT: We recommend that you replace the
gas hose assembly on your gas grill every five
years. Some countries may have requirements
that the gas hose be replaced within less than five
years, in which case that country’s requirement
would take precedence.
For replacement hose, regulator, and valve
assemblies, contact the Customer Service
Representative in your area using the contact
information on our web site.
Log on to weber.com.
m This appliance is not suitable for installation or
connection to a reticulated gas supply.
GETTING STARTED
Installing the LP Cylinder
Use disposable LP cylinders with a capacity of 16.4 oz./465 g
(1.02 lbs) equipped with a CGA #600 connection and marked
"propane" only.
1) Make sure burner control knob is turned o by pushing it
in and turning it clockwise to the o (
) position.
2) Push LP cylinder into regulator and turn clockwise until
tight.
Removing the LP Cylinder
If your LP cylinder needs to be replaced, follow these
instructions to remove it.
1) Make sure burner control knob is turned o by pushing it
in and turning it clockwise to the o (
) position.
2) Unscrew LP cylinder from regulator and remove it from
the grill.
Storage and/or Travel
Disconnect the cylinder if: 1) the cylinder is empty; 2) the grill
is being transported; 3) the grill is being stored in a garage or
other enclosed area; 4) the grill is not in use.
• Place dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the
cylinder is not in use. Only install the type of dust cap on
the cylinder valve outlet that is provided with the cylinder
valve. Other types of caps or plugs may result in leakage of
propane.
• Do not store a disconnected LP cylinder in a building, garage,
or any other enclosed area.
• Do not store or transport a disconnected LP cylinder inside
the grill.
For grills that have been stored or left unused for a while, it is
important to follow these guidelines:
• The WEBER gas grill should be checked for gas leaks
and any obstructions in the burner tube before it is used.
(Refer to “CHECKING FOR GAS LEAKS” and “ANNUAL
MAINTENANCE.”)
• Check that the areas under the cookbox and the removable
catch pan are free from debris that might obstruct the flow
of combustion or ventilation air.
• The spider/insect screen should also be checked for any
obstructions. (Refer to “ANNUAL MAINTENANCE.”)
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GETTING STARTED
m WARNING: Open protective hard cover during
ignition.
m WARNING: Do not lean over open grill while igniting
or cooking.
m WARNING: If ignition does not occur within five
seconds, turn the burner control knob to the o
position. Wait five minutes to allow accumulated
gas to dissipate, and then repeat the lighting
procedure.
m WARNING: Do not operate grill with the protective
hard cover closed. The protective hard cover is to
be used for storage purposes only to protect the
griddle.
Leveling the Grill and/or Griddle Cook Top
To ensure the proper and safe use of this grill, it is
important to make sure the grill is on a level, stable surface
before operating. In the event that your surface and/
or griddle cooktop is non-level you can adjust the feet to
correct. To adjust the feet, slightly lift one corner of the grill
and turn the feet right or left to raise or lower (E).
CAUTION: DO NOT ATTEMPT TO LEVEL THE GRILL DURING
OPERATION OR WHILE THE GRILL IS STILL HOT.
What is a Leak Check?
Once the LP tank is properly installed, it is necessary to
perform a leak check. A leak check is a reliable way to verify
that gas is not escaping after you connect the tank. The fuel
system in your grill features factory-made connections that
have been thoroughly checked for gas leaks and the burners
have been flame-tested.
WEBER recommends performing a thorough leak check
after assembly, as well as every time you disconnect and
reconnect a gas fitting. The following fittings should be
tested:
• Where the cylinder connects to the regulator.
• Where the regulator connects to the hose.
• Where the hose connects to the valve.
Checking for Gas Leaks
1) Make sure burner control knob is turned o by pushing it
in and turning it clockwise to the o ( ) position.
2) Wet fittings (A) with a soap and water solution, using a
spray bottle, brush, or rag. You can make your own soap
and water solution by mixing 20% liquid soap with 80%
water; or, you can purchase leak check solution in the
plumbing section of any hardware store.
3) If bubbles appear there is a leak:
a) If the leak is at the cylinder (B), remove the propane
cylinder. DONOT OPERATE THE GRILL. Install a
dierent propane cylinder and recheck for leaks with
a soap and water solution. If the leak persists, remove
the propane cylinder. DO NOT OPERATE THE GRILL.
Contact the Customer Service Representative in your
area using the contact information on our website.
b) If the leak is at the regulator (C) or burner valve (D),
turn o the gas. NEVER ATTEMPT TO TIGHTEN THE
REGULATOR. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE. Contact
the Customer Service Representative in your area using
the contact information on our website.
If a leak is present, contact the Customer Service
Representative in your area using the contact
information on our website.
4) If bubbles do not appear, leak checking is complete:
a) Rinse connections with water.
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.
m DANGER: Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks.
Besure there are no sparks or open flames in the
area while you check for leaks.
m DANGER: Leaking gas may cause a fire or explo-
sion.
m DANGER: Do not operate the grill if there is a gas
leak present.
m DANGER: If you see, smell, or hear the hiss of gas
escaping from the liquid propane tank:
1) Move away from liquid propane tank.
2) Do not attempt to correct the problem
yourself.
3) Call your fire department.
A
B
C
D
E
OFF START/HIGH MEDIUM LOW
Burner Control Knob Settings
Burner 1
Burner 2
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A
B
C
Igniting the Griddle
Using the Ignition System to Ignite the Grill
The ignition system ignites the burner with a spark from
the igniter electrode. You generate the energy for the spark
by pushing the igniter button. You will hear the igniter click.
After preheating on high is complete, you may adjust the
burner control knob to your desired setting for grilling.
1) Open the protective hard cover.
2) Check that the burner control knob is in the o
position. Check by pushing in and turning knob clockwise
(A).
3) Confirm that the cylinder is properly installed. Refer to
“Installing the LP Cylinder.”
4) Push the burner control knob in and turn it
counterclockwise to the start/high
position (B).
5) Push the red igniter button several times, so it clicks
each time (C).
6) Check that the burner is lit by looking through the space
in between the cooking surface and the frame.
7) If the burner does not ignite, turn burner control knob to
the o
position and wait five minutes to allow the gas
to clear before attempting to light the burner again.
Should the burner fail to ignite using the ignition system,
refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section. Thereyou will
find instructions on igniting the grill with a match to help
determine the exact problem.
To Extinguish Burners
1) Push the burner control knob in and then turn clockwise
all the way to the o position.
For 22 inch Models Only:
For 22 inch models, there are two burner tubes inside the
cookbox. In order to successfully ignite your grill you must
light each burner independently.
1) Open the protective hard cover.
2) Push one burner control knob in and turn it
counterclockwise to the start/high
position.
3) Push the red igniter button several times, so it clicks
each time until the first burner tube ignites.
4) Repeat steps 1-3 with the second burner control knob.
5) Check that the burners are lit by looking through the
space in between the cooking surface and the frame.
6) If the burner does not ignite, turn burner control knob to
the o
position and wait five minutes to allow the gas
to clear before attempting to light the burner again.
Should the burner fail to ignite using the ignition system,
refer to the TROUBLESHOOTING section. Thereyou will
find instructions on igniting the grill with a match to help
determine the exact problem.
Before You Cook
Season the Cooking Surface
This process takes time, so give yourself a few hours to
complete it before you cook.
Tools Needed: Tongs, lint-free paper towels or cotton cloth,
neutral cooking oil.
Before your first cook, you will need to season your griddle.
Seasoning creates a stick-resistant, protective coating so you
can make delicious eggs, pancakes, burgers, and fajitas for
years to come. A seasoned griddle is darkened in appearance
from edge to edge. To achieve this, season your griddle at
least 3 times before use. Here's how:
1. Open the protective hard cover.
2. The griddle has been coated with a food-grade oil for
protection. This oil is not to be used for seasoning.
CAUTION: Do not burn o the oil.
3. With the griddle in place on the grill, handwash the
griddle, rinse, and thoroughly dry.
NOTE: The griddle must be COMPLETELY dry before
continuing the seasoning process.
NOTE: This will be the ONLY TIME you use soapy water on
your griddle.
4. Pour ¼ cup of a neutral oil (i.e. canola oil, vegetable oil,
grapeseed oil) into a bowl.
5. Dip a paper towel or cotton cloth into the bowl (D),
squeezing o the excess oil. Wipe the griddle from side
to side, top to bottom as evenly as possible (E).
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E
F
G
6. Be sure to get the interior and exterior sides of the
griddle as well. Wipe away any excess oil with a clean
paper towel or cotton cloth if necessary.
7. Light the burner(s) and preheat your griddle on the
high temperature setting (F). The surface will begin
to smoke and darken (approximately 10 minutes). If
any oil begins to bead on the surface, use grill mitts,
tongs, and paper towel to wipe the excess oil from
the griddle (G).
NOTE: By the end of the seasoning process, a well-seasoned
griddle will be dark from edge to edge.
8. The surface will darken and begin to smoke. When the
surface stops smoking (additional 20 minutes), turn
o the grill.
m IMPORTANT: Allow the griddle to cool completely, approx.
30 minutes.
9. The griddle now has 1 coat of seasoning. Repeat steps
4-7, two more times in order to build the seasoning.
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PRODUCT CARE
m DANGER: Do not line the slide-out grease tray or
cookbox with aluminum foil.
m DANGER: Check the slide-out grease tray and
catch pan for grease build-up before each use.
Remove excess grease to avoid a grease fire.
m WARNING: Use caution when removing catch pan
and disposing of hot grease.
m WARNING: Use heat-resistant barbecue mitts or
gloves when operating grill.
m WARNING: Keep ventilation openings around tank
clear and free of debris.
m WARNING: Keep any electrical supply cord and the
fuel supply hose away from heated surfaces.
m WARNING: If the hose is found to be damaged in
any way, do not use the grill. Replace using only
WEBER authorized replacement hose.
m WARNING: Objects placed near the griddle will
become hot.
m WARNING: Keep paper towels away from direct
flames or extreme heat.
m WARNING: DO NOT remove the griddle until the
grill is o and is completely cool.
m CAUTION: Never apply large amounts of cold
water across the whole griddle surface at once.
This may cause griddle to warp.
m CAUTION: Adding a large amount of cold or frozen
food (or food with significant water content) to a
hot griddle may cause griddle to warp.
m CAUTION: Do not spray cold water on the cooking
surface while cooking.
m CAUTION: Use caution when turning or flipping
food while cooking to avoid splashing hot grease.
Every Time You Cook
Meal-to-Meal Maintenance
The Meal-To-Meal Maintenance plan includes the following
simple, yet important steps that should always be
performed prior to cooking.
Check for Grease
Your griddle was built with a grease management system
that collects grease and food debris into a disposable
container. The grease and food debris is channeled into a
disposable drip pan that lines the grease tray. This system
should be cleaned before you move your grill or cook to
preventgrease fires.
1. Confirm that the grill is o and completely cooled.
2. Remove any excess grease or food debris with a
scraper and wipe the griddle clean with a paper
towel. Scrape the grease and food debris down
through the openning on the flat top cooking surface
into the disposable drip pan below (A).
3. Remove the grease tray (B). Check for excessive
amounts of grease and food debris in the dispos-
able drip pan that lines the grease tray. Discard the
disposable drip pan when necessary and replace it
with a new one.
4. Reinstall all components.
Inspect the Hose
Routine inspection of the hose is necessary to ensure safety
and proper operation of your griddle.
1. Confirm that the griddle is o and completely cooled.
2. Check the hose for any signs of cracking, abrasions,
or cuts(C). If the hose is found to be damaged in any
way, do not use the griddle. Contact WEBER customer
service for a replacement hose.
Preheat the Griddle
Preheating the griddle is critical to successful cooking. It
helps prevent food from sticking, and ensures the griddle is
hot enough to properly cook your food. Italso helps burn o
any residue of a previously cooked meal.
1. Open the protective hard cover.
2. Ignite your griddle according to the ignition instruc-
tions in this Owner's Manual.
3. Preheat griddle on HIGH for 10-15 minutes
depending on conditions such as air temperature and
wind. After preheating, you can adjust the burner(s)
as desired.
Clean the Cooking Surface
After preheating, leftover food and grease from previous use
will be easier to remove with a scraper if needed.
1. Scrape the cooking surface with a scraper after
preheating (D). Direct any leftover grease or food into
the hole in the griddle's cooking surface.
A
D
B
C
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Proper Burner Flame Pattern
The burner in your grill is factory set for the correct
air and gas mixture. When the burner is performing
correctly, you will see a specific flame pattern.
The tips may occasionally flicker yellow (A), with a
descending light blue (B) to dark blue flame (C).
m WARNING: Blocked and dirty ports can restrict full
gas flow, resulting in a fire (D) in and around the gas
valves, causing serious damage to your grill.
Spider Screens
The combustion air openings of the burners(E) are
fitted with stainless steel screens to prevent spiders
and other insects from spinning webs and building
nests inside the burners. Additionally, dust and
debris can accumulate on the outside of the spider/
insect screen and obstruct the oxygen flow to the
burners.
PRODUCT CARE
m WARNING: Do not attempt to make any repair to
gas carrying, gas burning, ignition components
or structural components without contacting
Weber-Stephen Products LLC, Customer Service
Department.
m CAUTION: The burner tube openings must be
positioned properly over the valve orifices.
B
A
C
E
D
m WARNING: Turn your grill o and wait for it to cool
before thoroughly cleaning.
m WARNING: When cleaning the burners, never use
a brush that has already been used to clean the
cooking grates. Never put sharp objects into the
burner port holes.
m CAUTION: Do not use any of the following to clean
your grill: abrasive stainless steel polishes or
paints, cleaners that contain acid, mineral spirits or
xylene, oven cleaner, abrasive cleansers (kitchen
cleansers), or abrasive cleaning pads.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning the Griddle
The griddle surface should be cleaned after each use to
preserve it and continue to ensure a non-stick cooking
surface. Follow these steps for a proper cleaning:
1. After the grill is o and cooled for 5 minutes, use a
metal scraper or spatula to scrape excess grease, oil,
and food debris into the hole in the griddle.
NOTE: For stubborn, stuck on food debris, a small amount
of room temperature water can be used during the scraping
process. DO NOT USE LARGE AMOUNTS COLD WATER WHILE
CLEANING THE GRIDDLE.
2. Using several paper towels, wipe and dry the griddle's
surface, directing any excess grease, oil, and food
debris into the hole in the griddle.
3. Apply small amounts of a neutral cooking oil such as
vegetable or canola across the griddle's surface.
4. Using paper towels, rub the oil evenly around the en-
tire cooking surface. Use more paper towels if needed
to wipe up any excess pools of oil.
Cleaning the Burners
Two areas on the burners that are key to optimum
performance are the ports (small openings running along
the length of the burners) and the spider/insect screens on
the front ends of the burners. Keeping these areas clean is
essential for safe operation.
Cleaning the Burner Ports
1) Once the grill has been turned o and cooled, and the
LP cylinder has been disconnected, using BBQ mitts or
gloves remove the griddle and set aside.
2) Use a clean stainless steel bristle grill brush to clean the
outside of the burners by brushing across the burner
ports (A).
Cleaning the Spider Screens
1) Locate the ends of the burners on the underside of the
control panel where they meet the valves. On 17” (43 cm)
models it is necessary to remove the bezel bracket to
access the spider screen. Follow these insctructions to
access the spider screen (B):
1. Remove the control knob by pulling it out away from the
control assembly.
2. Remove the two screws from the control knob bezel.
3. Remove the two screws from the bezel bracket.
4. Clean the spider/insect screens on the burner tube using a
soft bristle brush.
5. Once the spider screen is cleaned, reassemble the control
knob assembly in the reverse order.
NOTE: Make sure the grounding wire and ignition wire are
connected to the control assembly before reassembling.
2) Clean the spider/insect screens on the burner tube(s)
using a soft bristle brush (C).
Cleaning the Grease ManagementSystem
The grease management system consists of a slide-out
grease tray and a catch pan. These components were
designed to be easily removed, cleaned, and replaced; an
essential step every time you prepare to grill. Instructions
on inspecting the grease management system can be found
in the "Every Time You Cook" section of this manual.
NOTE: If any grease sticks to the grease chute, a small
amount of water may help flush it into grease tray.
NOTE: In the event of severe weather, water may enter the
grease tray and disposable drip pan. Check the disposable
drip pan and grease tray for water and empty when
necessary.
Cleaning the Grill Frame
The outside of your grill may include stainless steel,
porcelain-enameled, and plastic surfaces. WEBER
recommends the following methods based on the
surfacetype:
Cleaning Stainless Steel Surfaces
Clean stainless steel using a non-toxic, non-abrasive
stainless steel cleaner or polish designed for use on outdoor
products and grills. Use a microfiber cloth to clean in the
direction of the grain of the stainless steel. Donot use paper
towels.
A
B
NOTE: Do not risk scratching your stainless steel with
abrasive pastes. Pastes do not clean or polish. They
will change the color of the metal by removing the top
chromium oxide film coating.
Cleaning Painted, Porcelain-Enameled Surfaces and
PlasticComponents
Clean painted, porcelain-enameled and plastic components
with warm soapy water, and paper towels or cloth. After
wiping down the surfaces, rinse and dry thoroughly.
Cleaning the Outside of Grills that are in Unique
Environments
If your grill is subject to a particularly harsh environment,
you will want to clean the outside more often. Acid rain,
pool chemicals, and salt water can cause surface rusting
to appear. Wipe down the outside of your grill with warm
soapy water. Follow up with a rinse and thorough drying.
Additionally, you may want to apply a stainless steel cleaner
weekly to prevent surface rust.
C
Using a Match to Determine if there is Gas Flow to
the Burners
Matchstick holder is available on select models only.
1) Open the protective hard cover.
2) Check that the burner control knob is in the
o
position. Check by pushing in and turning knobs
clockwise.
Note: It is important that all burner control knobs are in the
o position before turning on the LP tank. If they are not,
the flow limiting device built into the regulator will activate,
limiting the flow of gas from the LP tank.
3) Push LP cylinder into regulator and turn clockwise until
tight.
4) Strike a match and put the flame through the slot on the
side of the griddle (A).
5) While holding lit match, push the burner control knob in
and turn it counterclockwise to the start/high
position.
6) Check that the burner is lit by looking through the slot on
the sides of the griddle.
7) If the burner does not ignite within 5 seconds, turn
burner control knob to the o
position and wait five
minutes to allow the gas to clear before attempting to
light the burner again.
TROUBLESHOOTING
A
CALL CUSTOMER
SERVICE
If you are still experiencing any
problems, contact the CustomerService
Representative in your area using the
contact information on weber.com.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
To obtain replacement parts,
contact the local retailer
in your area or log onto weber.com.
GRILL WILL NOT IGNITE
SYMPTOM
• Burner does not ignite when following the ignition instructions in the “Operation” section of this Owner's Manual.
CAUSE SOLUTION
There is a problem with gas flow. If the grill will not ignite, the first step is to determine if there is gas flowing to the burners. Tocheck this, follow the
instructions below for “Using a Match to Determine if there is Gas Flow to the Burners.”
If match lighting IS NOT successful, follow the instructions for disconnecting and reconnecting the LP tank.
There is a problem with the ignition system. If the grill will not ignite, the first step is to determine if there is gas flowing to the burners. Tocheck this, followthe instructions
below for “Using a Match to Determine if there is Gas Flow to the Burners.”
If match lighting IS successful, check the condition of the wire connections of the IgnitionSystem.
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