“H” SERIES GAS BBQ GRILL USER`S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER
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1. MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTION 1 Read instructions before lighting 2 Open the lid during lighting Do not lean over grill while lighting 3 Place a lighted match between the coils on the end of the lighting rod and hold next to the burner to ignite 4 Push and turn the knob to HI position make sure the burner lights and stays lit 5 Repeat steps 3 4 to light other burners 6 Keep a spray bottle of soapy water near the gas supply valve and check the connections before each use Do not light the grill if odor of gas is present tighten all fittings If odor persists call your local dealer or our customer service department at 949 474 3070 FLAME CHARACTERISTICS 1 Check for proper burner flame characteristics Each burner is adjusted prior to shipment 2 Burner flames should be blue and stable with small yellow tips with no excessive noise or lifting If any of these conditions exist call our customer service line If the flame is yellow it indicates insufficient air If the flame is noisy and tends to lift away from the burner it indicates too much air 3 Small yellow tips are ok Altitude wind and other factors will impact the bur2. PAGE 3 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP I PAGE 4 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP II 2 PAGE 5 GAS CONNECTION AND PROPANE HOSE SAFETY NOTICE PAGE 6 GAS CONNECTION PAGE 7 LEAK TESIING E r RAESA NA PAGE 9 SAFETY TIPS Taare PAGE10 FINAL INSTALLATION CHECK LIST 7 7 7777777777777 PAGE 10 GRILL LIGHTING INSTRUCTION 7 777777 PAGE 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTION 77000 PAGE 12 CARE 8 MAINTENANCE 70000000000000 PAGE 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 7777777777777777 PAGE 16 FOOD SAFETY sss eS dag PAGE 17 GRILL STORAGE 777777 PAGE 17 WIND EFFECT ON GRILL 7777777777 PAGE 17 WARRANTY INFORMATION 7777777777777000000000000000 PAGE 18 PRODUCT REGISTRATTION gt PAGE 19 CONGRATULATIONS You have purchased a truly exceptional outdoor cooking appliance Your PGS grill has been designed to give you many years of outdoor cooking enjoyment Our grills have been designed with quality dependability performance and safety features s Please contact our customer service at 949 474 3070 if you have any questions s Please read this User s Manual carefully Failure to follow the provided instructions can result in seriousl bodily injury and or property damage Some parts of this grill may have sharp edges Please wear suitable protective gloves when assembling product IMPORTANT This grill is intended for outdoor use only a
3. HOSE PRIOR TO EACH USE BEFORE LIGHTING Inspect the gas supply hose before turning the gas ON If there is evidence of cuts wear melted hose or abrasion it must be replaced before use The replacement hose assembly must be that specified by the manufacturer VERY IMPORTANT TO LIGHT MAIN BURNERS OF THE GRILL 1 Read instructions before lighting 2 Turn all knobs to OFF then open the LP tank valve Always keep your face and body as far from the grill as possible when lighting 3 Open lid during lighting Do on lean over grill while lighting 4 Push and turn any control knob slowly to HI position The built in igniter will click and spark simultaneously to light the pilot and burner in sequence If burner fails to light within 5 seconds turn the control knob to OFF IMMEDIATELY Wait 5 minutes for gas to dispel then repeat the lighting procedure Once one burner is lit light remaining burner with same process 5 Follow match lighting instructions if burner can t be lit after repeating 3 4 times TO LIGHT THE MAIN AND SIDE BURNERS BY MATCH AS THE FOLLOWING FIGURE SHOWS If the burner will not light after several attempts then the burner can be match lit Tools Lighting rod hanging behind the right door
4. STORAGE 1 Clean the grill 2 Store the grill in a well ventilated dry outdoor area Keep out of the reach of children when LP tank is connected to the grill 3 Store the grill in dry indoors ONLY after the LP tank is turned off ang removed The LP tank must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children NEVE re or any other enclosed area 4 Put on the Jil VA Il over Fs li 56 JU JF R GRILL PROPER POSITIONING OF YOUR GRILL IS IMPERATIVE Wind can greatly effect the performance of your grill In breezy areas or at windy times of the day grill should always be facing perpendicular to the wind so that wind will hit the side of the grill NOT the front or rear Failure to do so may result in burner over heating the control panel and damaging components 17 Model Number PG 4030000L Item number PGS H30P AEI H Series BBQ Grill We warrant to the original consumer purchaser Purchaser of the PGS H30P Stainless Steel BBQ Grill Product that each Product shall be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of the years listed below from the date of original purchase from an authorized PGS Dealer Our obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement of the Product at the option of us during the warranty period Our liability shall not extend beyond repair or replacement or the cost equivalent thereto This warranty excludes normal wear and tear of the Product and i
5. With Split lock And Gasket EJ Hexagon wrench STEP I Carefully remove carton using caution to not scar grill with knife or blade ake out side shelves from carton remove all the packing material Use four 1 4 20x1 2 screws to attach left side shelf to outside of the firebox Repeat the above step to install the right side shelf to right hand side of the firebox ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP Il Place the warming rack to warming rack brackets Place the optional motor bracket in the left of firebox rotisserie kit may be purchase separately Remove all packing materials including tie down straps Please note propane tank is not include and normally do not come filled Safety Notice When you move or change the regulator make sure the regulator hose is in the fixed ring as the figure show below This prevents hose from coming in contact with all hot surfaces ONLY USE THE HOSE AND REGULATOR ASSEMBLY PROVIDED WITH THIS GRILL IF ASSEMBLY NEEDS
6. motor away from the hot surfaces of the grill while in use Remove and store the motor in a dry place when not in use This grill is safety certified for use in the United States and Canada only Never modify to use in other countries Modification may cause serious bodily injury or property damage AEl is not responsible for any modifications and all warranties will be void GRILL PARTS LISTING PARTS LISTING FOR H30 and H40 Please note H40 includes a side burner kit not available on H30 Additionally H40 has 4 main burners where H30 has 3 burners KEY DESCRIPTION H3B QTY HB QTY NOTES 01 LIDHANDLETUBEGRILL 7301 1 74900 1 01D CARTDOORHANDLE 70901 2 70901 2 01S LID HANDLE FOR SIDE BURNER 478900 021 LEFT LID ALUMINUM UPRIGHT 70LO2 1 70102 1 02R RIGHT LID ALUMINUM UPRIGHT 70RO2 1 70RO2 1 03 TOPLIDCENTERSECTIONSS 73903 1 74903 1 039 TOP LID FOR SIDE BURNER 75903 04 TOPEXT LID ASSY COMPLETE 73904 1 74904 1 key s0102L02R03 BOTTOM INTERIOR LID ASSEMBLY 1 eS 06 THERMOMETER 7006 1 70906 1 07 HNGEPINS 70907 2 7007 07S HINGEFORSIDEBURNERLID 75907 09 WARMING 6 73909 1 7499 13 MANIFOLD FOR MAIN BURNERS 73913 1 74913 1 1398 MANIFOLD FOR SIDE BURNER 47893 1 14 HEAT SH
7. 8 BTMBASE FOR SIDE BURNER KIT 75935 1 36 DOORHINGE 7096 2 70936 2 37 ELECTRODE W WIRE SIDE BURNER _ 75937 1 38 LOGONAMEPLATE j 7098 1 7098 1 39 FIREBOX ASSY MAIN BODY 733 1 74999 1 x 40 TANKRETAINING STRAP 70940 1 70940 1 41 LIGHIINGROD 70941 1 70941 EL 0 uj 48 RUBBER HOSE GROMMETF NGCART 70948 1 70948 1 O 49 TANK RETAINING BRACKET 70949 1 709449 1 50 CROSSBAR A SIDESHELFE 70950 1 709550 1 Cs 51 CROSSBAR B SIDESHELF 70951 1 70951 1 C 52 SIDE BURNER RETAINER CLIP 75952 1 53 BRASS RING CAP F SIDE BURNER 75953 1 Please note Below drawing is of the H4O grill which has four main burners and a side burner H30 has three burners and a right hand side shelf instead of pictured side burner Entire Assb Lid P 04 Handle Logo ASSEMBLY INSTR PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY STEP BY STEP Assembly is very simple as it primarily requires removing of carton removing of packaging material attaching side shelves Be certain to follow all steps found here in detailing all aspects of leak testing before attempting to light gas grill Tools Required s 2 Philips head screwdriver not provided s Hexagon Allen wrench provided The following hardware pag is attached in left of UN rack packing foam Truss head screw
8. AA WARNING 1 Do notstore or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance 2 AnLP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance Ad WARNING Follow all leak check procedures carelully in this manual prior to barbeque operation Do this even if the barbeque was dealer assembled and or installed IMPORTANT WARNINGS continued NOTE TO INSTALLER The instructions must be left with the owner and the owner of the grill should keep them for future use THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY N WARNING o not try to light this appliance without reading Lighting Instructions section in this manual found on pages 11 and 12 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 1 Combustion by products produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects and other reproductive harm 2 This product contains chemicals including lead and lead compounds known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash your hands after handling this product This product is for residential use only Do not use for commercial cooking 71 gt TABLE OF CONTEN BEFORE YOU BEGIN MESSAGE TO OUR USERS 00 PAGE 1 PROPANE 8 GAS WARNINGS PAGE 1 ASSEMBLY PARTS LISTING c 0c PAGE 2 DETAILED DRAWING OF GRILL
9. ECT 18 Thank you for purchasing the PGS Grill In order to register your product to receive streamlined customer service please fill out the following Product Registration form PRODUCT REC and 1 fax the form and a copy of your receipt to FAX 949 474 0559 or 2 mail the form and a copy of your receipt to AEI Corporation P O Box 16097 Irvine CA 92623 or 3 scan both and e mail to aeicoro sbcglobal net Registration information is for internal purposes only will not be sold or used in anyway Lm PRODUCT REGISTRATION First Name Last Name Address City State Zip Code Email Address Phone Product Model Date of Purchase Retail Store Location of Purchase Please rate the importance of each feature 1 least important 102most important Quality Price oize Capacity Cooking Area Appearance Other How did you hear about our product Magazine Ad Catalog Salesperson Word of Mouth Internet Store Display Other Comments Suggestions Copy this page and your original receipt fax both to 949 474 0559 or mail to AEI Corp PO BOX 16097 Irvine CA 92623 6097 or scan and e mail to aeicorp Q2sbcglobal net PERFORMANCE GRILLING SYSTEMS PGS Grills Proudly Manufactured by AEI CORPORATION 2641 Du Bridge Ave Irvine CA USA 92606 949 474 3070 fax 949 474 0559 or
10. F THE APPLIANCE IS STORED INDOORS INCLUDING A GARAGE THE LP TANK MUST BE DISCONNECTED AND REMOVED FROM THE GRILL AND STORED OUTDOORS 8 LP TANKS MUST BE STORED OUTDOORS IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA DISCONNECTED LP TANKS IN STORAGE OR WHILE BEING TRANSPORTED MUST HAVE A SAFETY CAP 9 NEVER LEAVE A LP TANK IN A RECREATIONAL VEHICLE OR BOAT WHICH MAY BECOME OVERHEATED BY THE SUN 10 DO NOT STORE LP TANK IN OR NEAR AN AREA WHERE CHILDREN PLAY 11 FOR ANY OTHER PROBLEMS SEE TROUBLESHOOTING OR CONTACT YOUR DEALER OR OUR CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT 949 474 3070 12 IF THE REGULATOR ON YOUR TANK DEVELOPS FROST TURN GRILL OFF IMMEDIATELY THIS INDICATES A PROBLEM WITH THE TANK AND IT SHOULD NOT BE USED ON YOUR GRILL RETURN YOUR TANK TO THE SUPPLIER At least 36 clearance maintained from combustible constructions to the sides and back of this grill Minimum clearance form combustible above the grill is 5 feet 60 Insure that there is no unprotected combustible construction material adjacent to or over the grill All internal packaging has been removed Burners are sitting properly on valve orifices Knobs turn freely The regulator amp hose connected to grill are provided by the manufacturer Pre set for 11 0 water column Unit tested and free of leaks User informed of gas supply shut off valve location Fuel line is not in contact with any surface that may become hot VERY IMPORTANT ALWAYS INSPECT THE
11. IELD PANEL F CONTROLS 73914 1 74914 1 15 BULLNOSE and CONTROL PANEL 73915 1 74915 1 16 GREASETRAY_ j 7096 1 70906 1 16S GREAETRAYFORSIDEBURNER 7596 1 17 CASTER WHEEL NO BRAKE 70917 2 7917 2 18 REARPANEL GRILL 73988 1 74918 1 19 CONTROLKNOB 70919 3 70919 5 1FORSIDEBURNER 20 BEZEL FOR CONTROL KNOB 70920 3 70920 5 1FORSIDEBURNER 21 MAIN BURNER VALVES 70121 3 70121 4 NATGAS amp 70N21 218 SIDE BURNER VALVE 7521 1 23 RIGHTHANDCARTDOOR 73923 1 MM RENE 24 LEFTHANDCARTDOOR 73924 1 7494 1 25 CASTER WHEEL WITH BRAKE 70925 2 70925 2 Z o 26 LPHOSE AND REGULATOR COMBO 70926 1 70926 1 C HOSE ONLY FOR SIDE BURNER NA 75926 1 27 CARTBACKPANELT 73927 1 74927 1 1 1 28 CARTDOORSTIFFBRACKET 73928 1 7498 1 29R RIGHT SIDE SHELF S B HOUSING 73R29 1 74R29 1 75R29SIDEBURNER 1 MAIN BURNER 7090 3 ops 4 30S SIDE BURNER ONLY 75980 1 31 FLAME TAMER GRATE 7031 3 70931 4 82R RIGHT SIDE CART PANEL 33 COOKING GRD 7393 2 74933 83S TRIVET GRIDFORSIDEBURNER 75933 1 84 HEATSHIELD FOR CART 73934 1 74934 1 35 CARTBASEBOTTOMASSY 73935 1 74935 1 88
12. LP tank up to and including the connection to the manifold pipe assembly the pipe that goes to the burners by brushing or spraying the soapy solution on the connections 5 If soap bubbles appear there is a leak Turn off LP tank valve IMMEDIATELY and retighten connections Open LP tank valve again and recheck 6 If leaks cannot be stopped DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR Call your dealer or our customer service center at 949 474 3070 for help Always close the LP tank valve after leak testing by turning clockwise Only those parts specified by the manufacturer should be used on the grill oubstitution will void the warranty Do not use the grill until all connections have been checked and do not leak DOO DDDUD L SAFETY TIPS 1 ALWAYS CHECK FOR LEAKS AFTER EVERY LP TANK CHANGE 2 OPEN GRILL LID AND TANK ENCLOSURE BEFORE LIGHTING TO INSPECT TO INSURE GRILL CONNECTIONS AND HOSES ARE IN GOOD WORKING ORDER 3 USE LONG BBQ TOOL TO AVOID BURNS 4 CHECK ALL GAS SUPPLY FITTINGS FOR LEAKS BEFORE EACH USE IT IS HANDY TO KEEP A SPRAY BOTTLE OF SOAPY WATER NEAR THE SHUT OFF VALVE OF THE GAS SUPPLY LINE SPRAY ALL THE FITTINGS BUBBLES INDICATE LEAKS DO NOT USE GRILL UNTIL LEAKS ARE FIXED 5 DISCONNECTED LP CYLINDERS MUST HAVE THREADED VALVE PLUGS TIGHTLY INSTALLED AND MUST NOT BE STORED IN A BUILDING GARAGE OR ANY OTHER ENCLOSED AREAS 6 TURN OFF ALL CONTROL KNOBS AND LP TANK VALVE WHEN THE GRILL IS NOT IN USE 7 I
13. P gas DO NOT use lava rock briquettes or charcoal In it NEVER light the burner with the lid closed Non ignited gas accumulated inside a closed grill may cause explosions After lighting grill observe grill for at least one minute before leaving grill a Check the burner flames periodically Turn off the gas supply when the grill is not in use m Always turn off the LP tank completely and detach from the grill before moving Never use your gas grill on a BOAT RECREATIONAL or other VEHICLE a Never place more than 10 pounds on side shelf or side burner included on model H40 TOTAL GAS CONSUMPTION Total gas consumption per hour of PGS H30 grill with all burners on HI is 30 000 Btu hr A full propane cylinder should last 12 14 hours with all burners on HI setting GENERAL USE OF THE GRILL The grill burners heat the entire cooking area and are side ported to minimize blockage from falling grease and debris Above the burners are stainless steel radiated flame tamers The igniter knobs are located on the valve panel Follow the lighting instructions printed on the control panel USING THE GRILL Generally you will preheat your grill with burners on HI setting for pre heating normally about 10 minutes and to SEAR your meat Most grilling will be done on a MEDIUM setting found at midpoint between HI and LO this will allow the juices that were seared in your meat to remain Getting your meal cooked just r
14. REPLACEMENT ONLY USE REPLACEMENT SUPPLIED BY AEI DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR OR ALTER THE HOSE VALVE REGULATOR FOR ANY ASSUMED DEFECT ANY MODIFICATION WILL VOID WARRANTY AND WILL CREATE A RISK OF A GAS LEAK FIRE OR POSSIBLE EXPLOSION USE ONLY AUTHORIZED REPLACEMENT PARTS SUPPLIED BY AEI CORPORATION his is a LP propane gas configured grill Do not attempt to use a natural gas supply unless the grill has been reconfigured for natural gas use A conversion kit is available through your local PGS Dealer or by contacting AEI Corporation he installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes REG with either the Nation Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 or CAN CGA B149 2 Propane Installation Code ULATOR AND HOSE REQUIREMENTS The regulator used with your grill must be UL approved and conform to local codes Also the hose connect to the tank must be UL approved and conform to local codes The length of the hose shall be not exceed 16 TANK REQUIREMENTS The tank used with your grill must meet the following requirements Ea NO Must have a TYPE I Outlet compatible with our Regulator Measurement 12 diameter 18 tall Maximum Capacity 20 lbs or 4 6 U S gallons or 9kg Gas type 13 Butane 28 30mbar Propane 37mbarl3B P 30 LPG 28 30mbar Constructed and marked in accordance with the specification for LP gas cylinders of the U S Department of Transportation DOT or the National S
15. SA x FOOD SAFETY 1 Always follow the following tips to enjoy safe and healthy outdoor grilling 2 Always use hot soapy water to wash hands surfaces amp utensils after processing raw meat Always separate raw meat from cooked foods to avoid cross contamination Always use clean utensils to handle the food 3 4 5 Always cook the meat thoroughly to kill germs Always use a meat probe thermometer t 6 o inspect the inner temp of the meat 6 Place the cooked foods and leftovers promptly into the refrigerator when done eating SPIDER AND INSECT WARNING Spiders and insects can nest in the burners if grill is not used for an extended period These nests can cause fires inside the burner tube or beneath the grill This is a very dangerous condition When using grill after a period of non use please observe grill for at least one minute after lighting Normally if a spider fire occurs you will hear a significantly different sound than the normal operation and may see flame coming out the front of the control panel TURN OFF GRILL IMMEDIATELY at tank clean out burners and burner orifices Use a PGS grill cover when grill is stored for an extended period WHEN TO LOOK FOR SPIDERS Inspect the burners at least once a month or immediately if any of the following conditions occur 1 Yellow flame with burning smell 2 Temperature won t rise 3 Heats unevenly 4 Burners make popping or roaring noises GRILL
16. apy solution to all connections tighten as needed If leak is unable to be stopped close the LP tank valve immediately and contact you local PGS dealer or AEI Corporation DO NOT USE GRILL IF LEAK IS PRESENT DANGER NEVER store a spare LP tank under or near grill or in an enclosed area NEVER fill the tank beyond 90 full An overfilled spare LP tank is dangerous because surplus gas may leak from safety relief valve The safety relief valve on a LP tank could activate to release gas and cause a fire he spare LP tank must have protective safety cap installed on the tank valve when not in use If any gas leaks are found on the spare LP tank be sure tank is in a well ventilated OUTDOOR area away from any material that could be a source of ignition If any wear is evident on hose or if hose is cut it must be replaced prior to using grill VERY IMPORTANT DISCONNECT THE TANK WHEN THIS GRILL IS NOT IN USE To disconnect LP gas tank 1 Turn all the knobs on grill to the off 2 Turn the tank valve off fully turn clockwise to stop 3 Detach the regulator assembly from tank valve by turning the quick coupling nut counterclockwise Install the protective cap back onto the LP tank valve Always store propane tank outdoors Always transport tank in an upright position 4 5 6 7 NEVER paint tank a dark color GENERAL Although all gas connections on the grill are leak tested at the factory prior to
17. at between 240 and 300 degrees Fahrenheit a thermal shut off will shut the flow of gas from the tank to the grill 3 When activated a Flow Limiting Device will limit the flow of gas to 10 cubic feet per hour and you will see only a very small flame The system is indicating that you have a leak in the system 4 The OPD feature is the Overfill Protection Device which allows your cylinder to be filled to a predetermined level about 9096 so as to not allow the gas to expand beyond a safe level inside they cylinder after refilling or if the fuel expands inside the cylinder when the tank becomes warmer It is imperative that all knobs on the grill be in the OFF position when opening the valve on the cylinder If they are left in the ON position and you open the tank the Flow Limiting Device will activate and not allow adequate gas to flow to the burners Remember to always turn all knobs to OFF and turn tank off when not in use Store cylinders outdoors in a well ventilated area AX WARNING Never insert any foreign objects into the valve outlet It may damage the valve and cause leak leaking gas may result in fire explosion heavy body injury or even death Do not connect this grill to the self contained LP gas system of a motor home or camper trailer or boat Do not use with System LP unless properly regulated at 11 W C Do not use this grill until leak tested If leak is detected STOP and reapply so
18. cal supply cords and the fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces Remove and store the motor in a dry place when not use USING OPTIONAL ROTISSERIE KIT AVAILABLE SEPARATELY 1 Take off the rotisserie kit from the grill 2 Slide off the left fork and load the meat or poultry onto the rod 3 Restore the left fork putting two forks into the meat or poultry as far as possible Make sure the meat or poultry is located in the middle of the rod Screw the wing nuts of the fork as tight as possible 4 Wrap the food with butchers string never use nylon or plastic string to secure any loose portions if necessary 5 Restore the rotisserie kit into the motor ROTISSERIE TIPS 1 If larger cuts of meat are being grilled the rod may flex This is normal 2 Remove the cooking grids for larger cuts of meat if the meat scrapes on the cooking grids during rotation 3 For best results use a meat probe thermometer to determine proper internal temperature of meat 14 MAINTENANCE 1 Keep the grill area clear and free from combustible materials including spray cooking oil gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids 2 Keep the holes in the three sides of the cart clear and free from debris thus ensure the flow of combustion and ventilation air is unobstructed 3 Visually check burner flames as following Remove cooking grids and flame tamers Light burners Turn knobs from HI to LO check the
19. flame status The flame in LO position should be smaller than in HI position as figure shown below Periodically check flame before each use see TROUBLESHOOTING if any abnormal status found Please note that altitude wind and humidity all effect grill flame appearance H Ei E aT F j i a w CLEANING gt S 1 STAINLESS STEEL CLEANING Many parts of the grill are made of stainless steel There are many different stainless steel cleaners available Always use the mildest cleaning procedure first scrubbing in the direction of the grain To touch up noticeable scratches sand very lightly with dry 100 grit emery papers in the direction of the grain Specks of grease can gather on the surfaces of the stainless steel and bake onto the surface and give the appearance of rust Use an abrasive pad in conjunction with a stainless steel cleaner to remove VERY IMPORTANT DO NOT USE ACID DETERGENT AND OR ANTI RUST TO CLEAN THE CONTROL PANEL WITH PRINTING SUCH STRONG CLEANSERS WILL REMOVE THE PRINTING 2 GRILL BURNER CLEANING Be sure the tank valve and the knobs are in the OFF position Make sure the grill is cool The burners are secured with a cotter pin found at the rear of the burner this must be removed in order to clean or replace burner Be certain to reinstall cotter pin when completed Clean the exterior of the burner with a wire brush Clear stubborn scale with a metal scraper Clear any clogged po
20. ight requires practice and also attention to what is going on with your food Enjoy getting to know your grill and by all means try a variety of different foods 13 1 Make sure the grill has been leak tested and is properly located 2 Remove any packing material 3 Light the grill burners using the instructions in this manual 4 Turn the control knob to HI and preheat the grill for 10 minutes Caution Never leave the grill unattended when the grill is on 5 Once you are certain grill is operating properly grill lid should be closed during the appliance preheat period 6 Place the food on the grill and cook to the desired doneness Adjust heat setting if necessary The control knob may be set to any position between Hl and LO The Hl setting is used for preheat searing and burn off most grilling is done at Medium and Lo range 7 The grill is designed to grill efficiently without the use of lava rocks or briquettes of any kind Heat is radiated by the stainless steel flame tamers under the cooking grids 8 The hot grill sears the food sealing in the juices The longer the preheat the faster the meat browns PREHEAT FOR A MAXIMUM OF 10 MINUTES 6 ELECTRICAL GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS An optional rotisserie kit is equipped with a motor with a three prong grounding plug and should be plugged directly into a properly grounded three prong receptacle Do not cut or remove the grounding prong Keep any electri
21. n involved in the creation production or delivery of the product shall be liable for damages of any type including but not limited to any lost profits lost savings loss of anticipated benefits or other incidental or consequential damages which may arise out of the purchase use or inability to use the Product whether arising out of contract negligence strict tort or under any warranty or otherwise even if you have been advised of the possibility of such damage or any other claim by any other party Our liability for any breach of warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement of the defective part or parts as described above Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you The above warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state Upon receipt of the defective part proof of purchase and a check for 20 for shipping and handling AEI will repair or replace parts and return freight prepaid Items manufacturer will not pay for 1 Shipping costs of defective part for inspection or replacement to AEI Corporation 2 Service calls to inspect or repair grill 3 Replacement parts when grill is used in any setting other than a single family home 4 Any food loss due to inoperable or malfunctioning grill RUST DISCOLORATION OR ABRASIONS TO SURFACES ARE NOT CONSIDERED A MANUFACTURING DEF
22. nd is not intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles or boats or used in a combustible BBQ Island or in a commercial application NOTE TO CONSUMER Leave this User s Manual in a convenient place for future reference A WARNING READ THIS SECTION FIRST BEFORE INSTALLING THE GRILL I This grill is designed to use LP gas only Please use the grill with the regulator supplied by with the grill m A natural gas conversion kit is available please see your dealer or contact AEI Corporation at 949 474 3070 Do not attempt to convert this grill unless you have a factory designed conversion kit The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes with either the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223 1 or CAN CGA B149 1 Natural Gas Installation Code or CAN CGA B149 2 Propane Installation Code n The LP gas supply cylinder is to be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders of the U S Department of Transportation DOT or the National Standard of Canada CAN CSA B339 Cylinders Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods If an external electrical source is utilized the outdoor cooking gas appliance when installed must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or in the absence of local codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA 70 1990 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 Keep the power cord of the
23. ner flame this is normal 4 Position grill where prevailing wind is blowing to the side of the grill not the rear or the front of the grill Ad d d 9 9 OPERATING INS AX CAUTION Clean the entire grill and particularly the grease tray often A grease fire that may damage the grill may occur if the grill is not cleaned frequently NEVER leave the grill unattended while using Do not use water to extinguish the grease fire it may cause bodily injury Turn knobs off and LP tank off in case of a grease fire A grease fire can t be put out by closing the lid Turn off knobs and LP tank IMMEDIATELY if any grease fire occurs WARNING For your safety Keep grill area clear and free from any flammable or combustible materials NEVER let children operate the grill or play near the grill This grill is for outdoor use ONLY NEVER use in an enclosed area such as a home carport tent porch covered patio garage or under a surface that can catch fire n Do not block any of the ventilation holes in the four sides of the grill cart it may affect the combustion performance of the burner due to insufficient air Use the grill at least 36 away from any combustible wall or surface 120 away from objects that may spark and ignite gas i e live electrical appliances pilot lights of water heaters Do not use this grill on or under wood balconies I This grill is designed to use only L
24. ported 5 Inspect tank valve and regulator assembly Look for any damage or debris Remove any debris Inspect hose for damage Never attempt to use damaged or plugged equipment Contact your local LP gas dealer for repair 6 When connecting regulator assembly to the valve hand tighten nut clockwise to a positive stop Do not use a wrench to tighten Use of a wrench may damage quick coupling nut and result in a hazardous condition See figure shown below 7 Open tank valve fully counter clockwise Use a soapy water solution to check all connections for leaks before attempting to light grill If a leak is found turn tank valve off and do not use grill until a local LP gas dealer can make repairs BEFORE LIGHTING GRILL BE CERTAIN THAT HOSE DOES NOT COME IN CONTACT WITH LOWER GRILL HOUSING GREASE TRAY OR HEAT SHIELD A word about your cylinder with a QCC and OPD and the flow limiting device All of our grills are designed to be used with a LP gas cylinder that is equipped with the QCC 1 Quick Closing Coupler system The QCC system uses features that will help insure your family s safety when using your grill Here is what the QCC is designed to accomplish OPD 1 Gas will not flow to the appliance unless a positive connection is made from the LP regulator to the cylinder Be sure to tighten the hand wheel on the regulator but do not over tighten or use a wrench on the hand wheel 2 Inthe event or a fire or he
25. ras fN PERFORMANCE GRILLING SYSTEMS CERTIFIED H SERIES GAS BBQ GRILL USER S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER PG 4030000L ITEM NUMBER PGS H30P FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY Copyright October 2010 AEI Corporation The symbols listed below are being used throughout this User s Manual Please pay special attention to them The meaning of each of the symbols are listed here A DANGER this symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation which will result in death or serious bodily injury if not properly followed PY this symbol indicates a warning of potential serious bodily injury if the instructions are not strictly followed Please be sure to read and follow all these messages carefully T w this symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation which may result in minor or moderate bodily injury if the instructions are not properly followed I YOU MUST READ THIS OWNER S GUIDE BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GAS GRILL ADANGER If you smell gas Shut off gas to the appliance Extinguish any open flames Open lid If the odor continues keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or fire department D Leaking gas may cause a fire or explosion which can cause serious bodily injury or death or damage to property
26. rts with a straightened paper clip Never use a wooden toothpick as it may break off and clog the port Please note that if insects or other obstructions are blocking the flow of gas through the burner if unable to remove call AEI for further assistance 3 GREASE TRAY CLEANING The grease tray should be emptied and wiped down periodically and washed in a mild detergent and warm water solution A small amount of sand or unscented kitty litter may be placed in bottom of the grease tray to absorb the grease 15 BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS IF A GAS LEAK OR FIRE OCCURS AND CANNOT BE STOPPED CALL FIRE DEPARMENT IMMEDIATELY EMERGENCIES POSSIBLE CAUSE PREVENTION SOLUTION Gas leaking f cracked urn off gas at tank immediately Check for cut or burned hose Damaged Hose loose connections replace if damaged Gas leaking at cylinder Rust or damage to valve or cylinder DO NOT USE TANK Replace Immediatel Fire at control panel Burner Blockage Excess Wind Spider See page 16 Spider Warning and Wind urn off grill at valves and tank let cool then clean out grease tray page 15 Clean entire Grease Fire Too much grease build up gas grill with15 minutes on HI heat w lid closed PROBLEMS POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION Empty Tank Refill Propane Cylinder Burner will not light Tank Valve OFF after turning and Vitek _ Try another Burner if works cross light pushing the knobs Electrode Disconnec
27. 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 NEVER USE GRILL IF YOU SMELL GAS BEFORE TESTING 1 Make sure that all packing material is removed from the grill including the tie down straps 2 Do not smoke or be in proximity to open flame while leak testing 3 Never leak test with an open flame 4 Make a soapy solution with one part liquid detergent and one part water Prepare a spray bottle or use a paint brush to apply the solution to the connections For the initial leak test make sure the LP cylinder is full 5 Grill must be leak tested outdoors in a well ventilated area away from ignition sources such as gas fired or electrical appliances and flammable materials 6 Keep grill away from open flames and or sparks while testing TO TEST 1 Make sure all grill control knobs are in the OFF position 2 Make sure the regulator is connected to the LP tank tightly and that fuel hose is away from grill pit grease tray and heat shield 3 Completely open LP tank valve by turning counter clockwise If you hear a POP sound turn gas off IMMEDIATELY as it indicates a heavy leak at a connection Check all your connections as detailed below and attempt again 4 Check every connection from the
28. tandard of Canada CAN CSA B339 See tank collar for marking Must include a collar to protect the tank valve Be fitted for a vapor withdrawal in case of overfill Provides a shut off valve terminating in an LP gas tank valve outlet specified as applicable for connection type QCC1 in the standard for compressed gas tank valve outlet and inlet connection ANSI CGA V 1 Must be a UL listed cylinder with OPD overfill protection device and equipped with a triangular valve wheel FOR YOUR SAFETY Ensure that the black plastic grommets of the regulator provided are in place and that the hose does not come into contact with the heat shield or the grill pit prior to connection of the regulator to the tank VERY IMPORTANT The regulator shall not be in a location that will attain a temperature above 140 degrees Fahrenheit 60 degrees Celsius The regulator shall incorporate a pressure relief valve or overpressure device The inlet of the pressure regulator shall be fitted to connect to the TYPE I connections of the tank valve per ANSI Standard Z21 81 1 Make sure tank valve is in its full OFF position turn clockwise to stop 2 Check tank valve to assure it has proper external male threads TYPE connection per ANSI standard Z21 81 3 Make sure all burner knobs are in their OFF position 4 Remove the protective cap from LP tank valve Always use cap and strap to cover tank valve when tank is not in use or being trans
29. ted non lighting burner When cool check wire If grill not used for extended period spiders may build nest in orifice remove orifice clean out and reinstall page 16 Control knobs were in ON position urn off all knobs wait 5 minutes and try again Coupling Regulator to Tank not tight Make sure regulator is securely tight to tank Ignitor Wire Shorting Out Replace Ignitor Wire Empty Tank Refill Propane Cylinder Burner will not light Tank Valve OFF even with match Incorrect Assembly Between Be certain that burner is seated Burner and Valve over end of orifice Altitude See Dealer for different Orifice Yellow or Orange Wind Turn Grill so Wind is blowing toward Flame Side of Grill Clogged Venturi Remove Burner clean out obstructions Safety System Activated in Regulator Turn off all burners let sit for 2 minutes Follow GRILL LIGHTING PROCEDURES Burner or Orifice Blockage Remove Burner clean out obstructions Low Heat with Knob Remove Orifice and clean out obstructions on HI Position Hose Bent or Kinked Be certain it is smooth so no kinks or bends Grill not Pre Heated Preheat Grill with all burners on HI for 10 min Burner s Blow Out High Winds Turn Perpendicular to Breeze Do not use grill in wind over 10 MPH Fuel Ran out Check Fuel Suppl Burner Flashback Burner Port or Orifice Blocked Remove Burner clean out obstructions Remove Orifice and clean out obstructions 16 Blocked Orifice L _ 00199
30. ts parts or components and any damage arising from any of the following negligent use or misuse of the Product use contrary to this User s Manual or alteration by any one other than us The warranty period of the years listed below shall not be extended or renewed by the repair or replacement of or compensation for the Product If your Product is defective or otherwise requires service or parts please first call AE Customer Service at 949 474 3070 between 7 00 a m and 4 00 p m M F PST Please tell us which model you purchased the date of purchase and the problem with your Product We will use our very best efforts to honor this warranty A copy of your original purchase receipt must accompany your warranty request Component Warranty Period Aluminum Castings 25 Years Stainless Steel Lid Components Structural 25 Years Burners 5 Years Stainless Steel Flame Tamer 3 Years Cast Iron Cooking Grids 3 Years Valves Igniters and related parts 2 Years Frame Housing Cart Control Panel 5 Years Partial Stainless Steel Parts 2 Years LIMITATION OF REMEDIES AND LIABILITY We shall not be liable for any incidental or consequential damages for breach of any express or implied warranty on its Product Except to the extent prohibited by applicable law any implied warranty or merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose on this Product shall be limited to the duration of the above warranty Neither us nor anyone else who has bee
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