Vermont Casting VC50 User's Manual
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1. USERS MANUAL For Models VC50 and VC75 50000621 1200 Warnings FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas e Shut off gas to the appliance e Extinguish any open flame Openlid fodor continues immediately call your gas supplier or fire department FOR YOUR SAFETY Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance e Always read and understand the WARNINGS and SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS that are contained in this Manual before attempting to use this Gas Barbecue Grill to prevent possible bodily injury or property damage e Always keep this Manual in or near the Grill for convenient future reference Page i Warnings SIGNAL WORDS The Signal Words used in this Manual and their intended meanings are as follows DANGER Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in death or catastrophic bodily injury WARNING Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in serious bodily injury CAUTION Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in property damage or minor bodily injury NOTE Designates important information relating to the safe use of the Grill IMPORTANT WARNINGS Since this outdoor cooking appliance is movable is fueled by na2. Confirm that the burner is properly lit and that the flame pattern is as desired see Figs 9a 9b amp 9c for the proper flame patterns If the flame pattern is other than normal consult the Troubleshooting Guide on Page 26 for correc tive action 7 Always preheat the grill before starting cooking Light both burners and adjust them to the HI position for 5 to 10 minutes Before placing any food on the Grill clean the cooking grids with a brass wire brush 8 Adjust the Controls to a medium setting for most cooking requirements A light coating of cooking oil on the cooking grids before heating the Grill will prevent foods from sticking to the Grill Normal Soft blue flames Out of Adjustment Hard blue Poor Combustion Wavy yellow flames too much air flames too little air YJCDAACNAT VERMONT 2 f Page 7 Cw nga J Operation Lighting the Oven Burner Models VC200 amp VC400 Use of the Oven burner is ideal for the convection cooking of roasts seafood vegetables and pizzas To start the Oven burner 1 Always open the Hood completely before attempting to light the Grill WARNING Never stand with your head directly over the Grill when preparing to light the Oven burner to prevent possible bodily injury 2 Always confirm that all of the burner control knobs are in the OFF position before opening the gas supply 3 Turn on the propane gas supply valve at the tank 1 to 2 turns or turn o
3. 1 from the right casting and the top groove is in line with the rotisserie spit hole in the left casting see Fig 12 3 Engage the Motor Bracket into the Bracket guide on the inside edge of the left shelf 4 Engage the Rotisserie Motor in the Motor Bracket see Fig 12 5 Assemble the spit and meat forks Adjust the retainer bushing to keep the spit in place see Fig 12 Tighten the thumbscrews with small pliers Always use the counterweight to balance the spit when cooking large or irregular food items The Rotisserie Motor is rated to turn a maximum load of 12 lbs WARNINGS Never use the Rotisserie Motor in the rain and never use it if it has become wet Always use a grounded three prong outlet and a three prong extension cord to energize the Rotisserie Motor Never alter or remove the grounding prong on the Rotisserie Power Cord as an electric shock hazard would then result Never permit an electrical supply cord or a gas supply line to contact any heated surface of this Grill VE RMON T P idi id Page 11 Operation Lighting the Side Burner Optional to Models VC50 amp VC75 WARNING Never stand with your head directly over the Grill when preparing to light the side burner to prevent possible bodily injury 1 Turn the side burner control knob to HI see Fig 13 2 Turn the Igniter Knob clockwise until the burner ignites The burner should light within four clicks of the igniter NOTE Observe th
4. 9 min Loin Rib Shoulder 400 4509 E Medium 10 13 min Well Done 14 17 min Roast Crown Roast 325 350 E 40 45 min Ib Leg 325 350 E 30 35 min lb Page 18 Cooking Time Chart Cooking Type of Food Temperature Cooking Time Comments Vegetables Asparagus 325 350 E 6 8 min Cut off ends of stems Lay across the grills Beans 325 350 E 30 35 min Wrap in foil with butter or margarine Turn over once Carrots 325 350 E 20 30 min Cook directly on the grill Corn on the Cob 325 390 E 25 35 min Soak in cold water for 15 minutes Cook with husk on Eggplant 325 350 E 6 8 min side Cyt into slices and coat with oil Mushrooms 325 350 F 6 8 min Cook directly on the grill Onions 325 350 E 40 45 min Wrap in foil Turn over once during cooking Peppers 400 450 E 15 20 min Remove charred skin before eating Potatoes 325 350 E 50 60 min Wrap in foil Turn over once Roasted Garlic 325 350 E 30 40 min Cut off top of bud and lightly coat with Olive oil Wrap in foil Tomatoes 325 3509 E 5 7 min Cut in half and coat in Olive oil Zucchini 325 3509 E 6 8 min side Cut into slices and coat with oil Page 19 Care amp Maintenance Care amp Cleaning WARNING Always observe the following safety precautions to prevent bodily injury and to assure that your Grill will operate properly Always allow sufficient time for the Grill to cool fully before handling or cleaning any of its parts B
5. THE PORCE LAIN ENAMEL CASTINGS AS THEY WILL PERMANENITY SCRATCH THE PORCELAIN ENAMEL SURFACES Page 22 Care amp Maintenance Maintenance Burner Adjustment NOTE It may be necessary to adjust the burners periodi cally to compensate for variables in gas characteristics If you notice that the burner flame pattern is irregular see Figs 9a 9b amp 9c it may be necessary to adjust the air shutter opening at the front of the venturi tubes The shutters are accessible under the control panel at the front of the Grill see Fig 21 Use a screwdriver to loosen the locking screws Open the shutter just enough to achieve the desired soft blue flames Make adjustments in small increments and allow the burner to come up to operating temperature 10 min before making further adjustments Loosen the Locking Screw Turn Shutter Clockwise to Open P Fig 21 If burners are removed for cleaning or adjustment always confirm that they have been reinstalled correctly over the valve outlets see Fig 22 The valves should extend into the burner venturis approximately 1 4 Venturi Tube Valve a PE Outlet 1 4 Fig 22 VERMONT Led Ung Page 23 Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM POTENTIAL CAUSE ACTION REQUIRED Burner will not light Gas supply turned off Unit won t heat up IP Unit won t stay lit Out of propane Blockage in
6. and the main supply For natural gas use a 3 8 or 1 2 natural gas supply line capable of an a input of at least 60 000 BTU S Always disconnect the Grill and close its individual manual shutoff valve when conducting pressure tests of the gas supply piping system at pressures which exceed 1 2 psi 3 5kPa Always isolate the Grill from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve when conducting pressure tests of the gas supply piping system at pressures which are equal to or less than 1 2 psi 3 5kPa Release Sleeve Fig 6b V REN Page 5 L asiings Operation Control Functions Propane Tank Valve WARNING Never open the Tank Valve unless the Grill is being prepared for use to prevent the pooling of propane vapor Always open the Valve immediately before lighting the Grill and always close it immediately after cooking has been completed Burner Control Valves On Model VC75 three valves independently control gas flow to the Left Right and Rotisserie burners as indicated on the front Control Panel see Fig 7 On Model VC50 there are two independent control valves for the main burners The OFF position is indicated by the dot above each knob A full range of flame adjustment is available from High to Low by turning a knob counterclockwise Piezo Ignition System As you turn the Ignitor knob clockwise you will hear a click as the Piezo
7. meat from curling during cooking Turn foods infrequently Some chefs say that a good steak should never be turned more than once Apply sugar based sauces such as commercial barbecue sauces only during the latter stages of cooking to prevent charring Soak the string you use to tie up roasts and poultry on the Rotisserie spit to protect it from burning Also soak the wooden skewers that you intend to use for kebabs for several minutes before using them for cooking Use a disposable aluminum tray filled with water fruit juice wine or a marinade to add extra flavor and moisture to slow cooked foods like roasts whole chickens turkeys or ducks Place the tray on top of the sear plates below the Grill surface and immediately under the foods being cooked This will buffer the heat from below thereby slowing the cooking process and protecting the bottom of the food from over cooking Check the tray periodically during cooking and keep it filled with liquid WARNING Never let the tray boil dry That could be hazardous as grease from fatty foods that has collected in the tray could ignite and possibly cause bodily injury or property damage NOTE Always trim excess fat from your foods to reduce the occurrence of flareups during cooking Page 16 Cooking Time Chart Weight Cooking Type of Food Thickness Temperature Cooking Time Beef Burgers 400 4509 E Rare 4 7min Medium 7 10 min Well Done 10 12 min Roasts Blade Sirloi
8. module generates an ignition spark to the burners The burner should light within four clicks Models VC200 amp 400 LEFT MAIN RIGHT MAIN BURNER CONTROL BURNER CONTROL ROTISSRIE OVEN BURNER IGNITOR BURNER CONTROL CONTROL BUTTON MAIN LEFT ROTISSERIE Fig 7 VERMONT adstings Page 6 Operation lighting the Main Burners 1 Always open the Hood completely and always inspect the Grill and burners to confirm that all components are properly positioned before lighting the main burners WARNING Never stand with your head directly over the Grill when preparing to light the main burners to prevent possible bodily injury 2 Always confirm that all of the burner control knobs are in the OFF position before opening the gas supply 3 Turn on the propane gas supply valve at the tank 1 to 2 turns or turn on the main natural gas supply valve see Fig 8 4 Turn the selected Burner Control Knob to the HI position by pushing down on the knob and turning it counterclockwise 5 Immediately turn Igniter Button The selected burner should light within four clicks WARNING IF THE SELECTED BURNER DOES NOT LIGHT immediately turn the burner control knob to the OFF position to prevent gas buildup Wait five 5 minutes for the gas to clear and then repeat the preceding starting procedure If the burner will not light when using the Igniter follow the match lighting instructions see Page 9 6
9. of the venturi tube located under the front console of the Grill Fig 21 Excessively fatty foods Trim all excess fat from meat before cooking Grease buildup Confirm that the sear plate is clean and properly installed Remove excess grease from the burn chamber Igniter does not spark Electrode fouled Wipe the electrode with a soft clean cloth Electrode improperly gapped The electrode should be located 1 8 to 3 16 from the burner and positioned to spark to the edge of a gas port If the gap is incorrect or the unit is not properly sparking gently bend the electrode tip into position Use caution so that the ceramic insulator does not crack Electrode cracked If the ceramic insulator on the electrode is cracked it may short out Replace the electrode Lead wire is disconnected Confirm that the lead from the Ignitor module to the electrode is well seated on the termination of the module Lead wire is cracked Acrack in the lead wire may result in shorting Replace the wire Rotary Generator faulty Replace the Rotary Generator Page 25 Notes Notes Warranty CERE Angy OUTDOOR PRODUCTS Lifetime Warranty On all exterior Stainless Steel Components such as the cart paneling amp doors shelving condiment bins and handles if so equipped 10 Year Warranty On all porcelain onsteel surfaces such as the hood and burn chamber On all manifold and valves knobs plus the infrared rotisserie burn
10. the gas system Misalignment of the gas valve to the venturi tubes of the burner Improper attachment of the propane hose and regulator Control knob left open at startup or Turning gas on too quickly Wind Running out of fuel Page 24 Turn on fuel supply and retry Confirm the flow of gas by smell or by listening for the hiss of gas being emitted Allow gas to clear before attempting to relight Weigh your propane cylinder A standard 20 lb cylinder will weigh about 18 Ib when itis empty and 38 Ib when it is 80 full WARNING Never take a propane cylinder indoors for any purpose Confirm that the venturi tubes are not blocked by insects or other debris Use a special venturi brush to clean Fig 16 Use a pin or needle to carefully probe the orifice in the gas valve Never enlarge the orifice Fig 18 Look under the front control panel and reinsert the gas injector into the venturi tube if required Fig 22 Tighten the regulator s plastic collar onto the cylinder valve Hand tighten only Fig 4 For safety the regulator coupling on your barbecue is equipped with a flow control mechanism This device limits gas flow in the event of a sudden change in the demand for gas This may be engaged inadvertently if a burner control knob should be left ON when you open the propane cylinder valve Rapidly opening the valve can also engage flow control To resolve the problem close your cylinder valve Conf
11. NGER e Never use this outdoor Grill inside any building garage shed or breezeway or inside any boat trailer or recreational vehicle to prevent a possible fire and to prevent the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning or asphyxiation WARNINGS e Always confirm that this Grill is not positioned under a combustible object e g an awning or umbrella or in a covered area e g a porch or gazebo before lighting it to prevent a possible fire e Always confirm that this Grill is not positioned under the overhang of a house a garage or other structure before lighting it An overhang will serve to deflect flareups and radiated heat into the structure itself which could result in a fire e Always confirm that this Grill is positioned more than 36 1m away from any combustible materials or surfaces before lighting it and that no gasoline or other volatile substances are stored in the vicinity of this Grill The tempera ture of a grease fire or of the radiated heat might otherwise be sufficient to ignite nearby combus tibles or volatile substances e Always locate this Grill where there will be ample combustion and ventilation air but never position it in the direct path of a strong wind e Never allow the Grill to operate while unat tended to prevent uncontrolled grease fires from erupting Never attempt to move this Grill while it is in opera tion or while itis still hot to prevent possible personal injury Ne
12. Overfill Protection Device OPD Always have a new propane cylinder properly purged of air by your certified propane gas dealer Since a new cylinder is initially filled with air the air must first be purged before it is filled with propane Always visually inspect the gas supply line for fraying cracking or rodent danaged before each use of this Grill and if necessary install a replacement obtained from your Vermont Castings dealer prior to lighting this Grill Page 2 Safety DANGER a Do not store a spare LP Gas Cylinder under or near this appliance b Never fill the cylinder beyond 8096 full and C Ifthe information in a and b is not followed exactly a fire causing death or serious injury may occur WARNING Always confirm that the openings in the cylinder compartment of the Grill are free of any obstructions that would restrict the circulation of ventilation air Good ventilation will prevent any possible accumulation of leaked propane vapor which is heavier than air and which could explode if ignited NOTE Always have a certified propane gas supplier inspect and requalify your refillable propane gas cylinder prior to each refilling in accordance with DOT or TC requirements for propane cylinders ADDITIONAL WARNINGS e Always handle propane cylinders with great care as the contents are under high pressure e Always close the propane cylinder valve promptly after each use of the Grill e Always stor
13. e flame pattern Soft blue flames are normal hard blue flames or wavy yellow flames are not You can adjust the flame with the air shutter below the control knob see Fig 19 If yellow flames persist refer to the Troubleshooting Guide on Page 26 Shutting the burner off 1 Turn the control knob counterclockwise to the HI position then depress it and turn itto OFE NEVER force the knob without depressing it as that can damage the valve IGNITOR VALVE y CONTROL Fig 13 Page 12 Operation Using the Smoker Box Model VC75 The VC75 model Grill is equipped with a Rotisserie Burner Smoker Box You can add a distinct smoky flavor to your food by burning a variety of woods or herbs in this unit 1 Always soak any wood chips or herbs that you wish to smoke for a half hour or more 2 Always pre warm the Grill before adding your smoking agent to the Smoker Box 3 Remove the lid from the Smoker Box with a pair of tongs or while wearing an insulated protective mitt and place some of the presoaked material in it see Fig 14 4 Use low or medium heat for smoking 5 Use a marinade with drier foods to benefit the smoking process and to enhance the flavor of your smoked dishes WARNING Always wear an insulated protective mitt when adding a smoking agent to the Smoker Box to prevent burns Rotisserie Burner Smoker Box Page 13 Methods of Cooking With its combination of burner
14. e propane cylinders outdoors in an upright secure position out of direct sunlight away from living quarters and in a well ventilated cool dry area NEVER STORE A CYLINDER IN A BUILD ING GARAGE OR OTHER STRUCTURE OR ENCLOSED AREA e Always keep cylinders out of reach of children e Always confirm that a valve dust cap has been tightly installed and that the valve itself is fully closed whenever a propane cylinder has been disconnected e Always transport a propane cylinder in an upright secure position after confirming that its valve is closed e Always stabilize a cylinder so that it cannot move when it is being transported in a car trunk e Never transport a propane cylinder in the passenger compartment of a car or truck e Never store a Vermont Castings Gas Grill indoors unless the propane cylinder has first been discon nected and removed from the Grill e Never expose a propane cylinder to any heat source never apply heat directly to a cylinder and never store a spare cylinder in the vicinity of this Grill e Never paint a propane cylinder a dark color as this can cause the cylinder and its contents to over heat e The LP cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal Page 3 Gas Hookup Hooking Up to the LP Propane Gas Supply For Your Safety 1 WARNING Never store or use gasoline or any other volatile substance in the vicinity of this Grill 2 WARNING Never store a spare propane cylinder in the vicin
15. er housing and screens On all burners except the side burner 5 Year Warranty On all remaining parts 1 Year Accessories Rotisserie The warranty is nontransferable t does not cover failures due to misuse or improper installation or maintenance The warranty is for replacement or repair of defective parts only Vermont Castings will not be responsible for incidental or consequential damages or any labor costs This limited warranty does not cover damage due to chipping and scratching of porcelain or painted surfaces nor does it cover corrosion or discoloring due to misuse lack of maintenance hostile envionments accident alterations abuse or neglect This limited warranty does not cover any scratches dents corrosion or discoloring by heat abrasive and chemical cleaners nor chipping on porcelain enamel parts nor any components used in the installation ot the gas grill VERMONT VERMONT astingd The Vermont Castings Majestic Products Company 410 Admiral Blvd Mississauga Ontario Canada L5T 2N6 905 670 7777 www vermontcastings com 50000621 1200
16. he Grill Never attempt to operate the Grill with natural gas if it has been configured to use propane gas to prevent possible bodily injury Always employ a qualified service agency to install all necessary gas supply plumbing for safety reasons and to assure compliance with all applicable Codes Page iv Safety Always promptly shut off the gas supply and immediately extinguish all flames if you smell gas Always seek assistance from your gas supplier or local Fire Department if the gas smell persists because of the danger of fire or explosion Always confirm that there are no gas leaks before lighting this Grill Apply a 50 50 solution of liquid soap and water to the gas supply line connectors with a brush or spray bottle and watch for bubbles Never use a match or open flame to test for gas leaks Always visually inspect the gas supply line for fraying cracking or rodent damage before each use of this Grill and if necessary install a replacement before lighting this Grill Never permit a gas supply line to contact any heated surface of this Grill D PREVENTION OF BURNS Always keep children and pets under close supervision when using this Grill and never permit them to come near the Grill while it is in use as the exterior surfaces will be very hot Always wear insulated protective mitts when working at the Grill or when attempting to close a gas supply valve after cooking has been completed to prevent poss
17. ible burns Always use insulated pot holders when handling containers of hot food Always wear an insulated protective mitt when adding a smoking agent to a Smoker Box Never store or use gasoline or other flammable or volatile substances in the vicinity of this Grill or in the vicinity of any other heat generating appliance E ELECTRICAL SAFETY Always confirm that this Grill has been grounded in accordance with local Codes or in the absence of local Codes with the National Electrical Code ANSI NFPA No 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code CSA C22 1 when an external electrical source is being utilized for the Rotisserie Motor Always use a grounded three prong outlet and a three prong extension cord to energize the Rotisserie Motor Never alter or remove the grounding prong on the Rotisserie Power Cord as an electric shock hazard would then result Never permit an electrical supply cord to contact any heated surface of this Grill Page v Table of Contents Safety Important Warme i DTE to HERE DO EUR REI EFE CURR i v Clearance Requirements eene ii Table of COE TS oerte EOD RUE VE DV LER Ee 1 Filg omenana aa a DL 2 su uinean T E A RN 3 Gas Hookup Hooking Up to the Gas Supply e 4 LP Gas Supply OOBECHOIL sso ponit perite ehe c A 4 Natural Gas Supply Connection eee 5 j inar 5 Operation Control Functions seen 6 Lighting
18. ing your range of grilling capabilities is a fundamental understanding of the two common methods of cooking Direct and Indirect cooking In the Direct cooking method foods are placed directly above the heat source This method is used in searing for example where you require high and immediate heat to quickly brown the outside layer of meats thereby sealing in their juices to enhance flavor On the Vermont Castings grill this is accomplished using one or both of your main burners and placing the food on the porcelain cooking grids directly over the burners This may be done with the grill hood either open or closed In the Indirect cooking method foods are placed on the grill offset from the heat source With the grill lid closed reflected heat surrounds the food cooking it more evenly and gently This approximates the action of a convection oven where heat is circulated by the use of a fan to achieve a similar result This method is perfect for cooking roasts of any kind butis also useful whenever you want to slow cook or bake a wide variety of foods Indirect cooking on your Vermont Castings grill is accomplished using one of the main burners and placing the food on the porcelain cooking grid above the opposite burner or on the warming rack burner The grill hood should always be closed when employing the indirect cooking method Preparing Food for the Grill WARNING Always observe safe food handling and safe food preparation practices when using th
19. irm that all burner control knobs are in the OFF position Open the cylinder valve slowly about 1 to 2 turns and wait 5 seconds Finally turn a single burner ON and try relighting it Always shelter your Grill from strong winds Confirm the flow of gas by smell or by listening for the hiss of gas being emitted Weigh your propane cylinder A standard 20 Ib cylinder will weigh about 18 Ib when itis empty and 38 Ib when it is 80 full WARNING Never take a propane cylinder indoors for any purpose Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM POTENTIAL CAUSE ACTION REQUIRED Uneven burn pattern Blockage in the burner or gas Confirm that the venturi tubes are not blocked by insects or or Hashback fire system other debris Use a special venturi brush to clean Fig 16 Use a pin or needle to probe the orifice in the gas valve Never enlarge the orifice Fig 18 Use a small nail or toothpick to clean the burner ports Fig 18 Corrosion of a gas burner can cause the solid material between the gas ports to deteriorate resulting in uneven burning See your Vermont Castings retailer for the appropriate replacement burner Corroded burner Excessive yellow Improper air shutter opening Your Grill should burn with a predominantly blue flame If flame the flame is mostly yellow check the venturi tubes for obstruction and clean as shown on Page 21 If yellow flames still persist adjust the opening on the air shutter
20. is Grill to prevent food borne illnesses Always cook foods adequately Undercooked foods can retain bacteria especially if thawed or exposed to warm conditions prior to cooking Always use a meat thermometer to confirm that foods have been fully cooked Always use separate plates and utensils for the handling of raw food Never place raw food and cooked food on the same plate and never place cooked food on a plate that was used for handling raw food Al ways carefully wash all plates and utensils used to handle raw food before using them to handle cooked food Always wash all vegetables seafood and poultry before cooking Always leave uncooked foods in the refrigerator until you are ready to start cooking Always marinate meat in the refrigerator Always dispose of the excess marinade and never reuse it e Always preheat your Grill for 5 to 10 minutes before cooking and clean off all grease and food residue before using the cooking grids Page 15 Cooking Grilling Tips A few helpful hints will ensure that your grilling results are perfect every time Apply a light coating of cooking oil to your cooking grids before grilling to prevent foods from sticking Cook similar portion sizes together so that they all cook evenly Use tongs to turn foods on the Grill Never pierce foods while they are cooking on the Grill as this will dry them out On foods such as pork chops and steak slit the fat strip to prevent the
21. ity of this Grill or in the vicinity of any other potential heat source LP Propane Gas Supply Connection 1 Always place the propane tank in the tank locator hole in the bottom pan of the cylinder compartment 2 Always confirm that all burner control knobs are in the OFF position before activating the gas supply 3 Always connect the gas supply regulator as follows Insert the nipple of the valve coupling into the tank valve and tighten the connection collar by turning it clockwise with one hand while holding the regulator with the other see Fig 4 WARNING Always conduct a leak test before lighting the Grill to prevent a possible fire or explosion see page 5 Fig 5 VERMONT ad lains d Page 4 Gas Hookup Natural Gas Supply Connection To Connect 1 Push back the Sleeve on the Socket as shown below see Fig 6a 2 Insert Plug and release the Sleeve see Hg 6b 3 Pushthe Plug until Sleeve snaps forward to lock Retract Sleeve the Plug in the Socket WARNING Always conduct the following safety tests before lighting the Grill to prevent a possible fire or explosion see leak test below To Disconnect 1 Push Sleeve back and pull the Plug out Testing For Gas Leaks Before attempting to operate this Grill L 1 Always confirm that all burner control knobs are in the OFF position 2 Always connect the gas supply hose first and then open the gas shutoff val
22. k of your Grill to confirm which fuel must be used with the Grill NOTE Your Vermont Castings Gas Grill has been specifically equipped at the factory to burn either Propane Gas IP or Natural Gas NO The Grill may be converted for safe use with the alternative fuel however through the installation of an appropriate Fuel Conversion Kit which is available from your Vermont Castings dealer Check hose for breaks WARNING Use only the pressure regulator and and type I propane or wear before each use gas supply coupling and hose that is originally provided with this E appliance or as specified by Vermont Castings see Fig 2 Type ADDITIONAL WARNINGS Connector Always install a 20 Ib propane cylinder that is equipped with a type I valve outlet see Fig 3 and that has a 12 diammeter and an 18 height Always use a propane cylinder that has been constructed and marked in conformance with either the spectifications for LP Gas Cylinders of the U S Department of Treasportation or the spectifications in the National Standard of Canada CAN CSA B339 Cylinder Spheres and Tube for Transportation of Dangerous Goods as applicable Always confirm that your propane cylinder is equipped with a shut off valve terminating in a Type I propane cylinder valve outlet connection and that it has been provided with a collar to protect the cylinder valve Never install a propane cylinder in this Grill unless it is equipped with a listed
23. n Tip Rare 18 20min Ib Medium 20 25 min lb Well Done 25 30 min Ib Steaks Porterhouse Rib 550 600 E To sear Rare 4 7min Ribeye Sirloin 400 450 E To finish Medium 7 10 min T Bone Well Done 10 12 min Filet Mignon 2 inches 550 6009 E To sear Rare 15 17 min 400 450 E To finish Medium 17 19 min Well Done 19 22 min Poultry Chicken Parts 325 350 E 30 45 min Chicken Whole 3 4 lbs 325 350 E 20 min lb Chicken Breasts 1 2 Ibs 325 350 F 12 15 min Boneless Cornish Hens 1 1 1 2 lbs 325 350 F 45 60 min Duck 4 5 lbs 325 350 E 18 20 min lb Turkey 13 25 lbs 325 350 E 20 min lb Fish amp Seafood Fish Fillets 1 1 1 2 inch 400 450 E 10 15 min Steaks 1 2 lbs 325 350 E 20 30 min Whole Fish 2 4 lbs 325 350 E 30 50 min Seafood Lobster 1 1 2 2 lbs 400 450 E 15 min Shrimp Large 325 350 F 5 6 min Page 17 Cooking Time Chart Weight Cooking Type of Food Thickness Temperature Cooking Time 1 inch 400 450 E 25 30 min 1 inch 400 450 E 12 15 min Whole ham 12 14 Ibs 325 350 F Medium 20 25 min Ib Bone in Well Done 25 30min lb 4 5 lbs 325 350 F 50 60 min Boneless Ribs Back Side 5 6 lbs 325 350 E Medium 25 27 min lb Well Done 27 30 min Ib Roasts Butt Loin Shoulder 325 350 E 1 1 1 2 hrs Tenderloin 375 4009 E Medium 30 35 min lb Well Done 35 40 min lb Sausage 12 20 min Iamb Chops Rare 7
24. n the main natural gas supply valve 4 Turn the Oven Burner Control Knob to the HI position by pushing down on the knob and turning it counterclockwise 5 Immediately push the Igniter Button The Oven burner should light within four seconds WARNING IFTHE OVEN BURNER DOES NOT LIGHT immediately turn the burner control knob to the OFF position to prevent gas buildup Wait five 5 minutes for the gas to clear and then repeat the preceding starting procedure If the Oven burner will not light when using the Igniter first ignite one of the main burners and then turn on the Oven burner Turn off the main burner once the Oven burner is lit 6 Confirm that the burner is properly lit and that the flame pattern is as desired see Figs 9a 9b amp 9c for the proper flame patterns If the flame pattern is other than normal consult the Troubleshooting Guide on Page 26 for corrective action 7 Always preheat the Grill before starting cooking 8 Adjust the Control to a medium setting for most cooking requirements WARNING Never use the main burners while using the Oven burner as that could result in overheat your Grill Page 9 Operation lighting the Rotisserie Burner Model VC75 The Rotisserie burner provides the steady even heat required to cook poultry and roasts to self basted perfection To start the Rotisserie burner 1 Always open the Hood completely before attempting to light the Grill WARNING Never sta
25. nd with your head directly over the Grill when preparing to light the Rotisserie burner to prevent possible bodily injury 2 Always confirm that all of the burner control knobs are in the OFF position before opening the gas supply 3 Turn on the propane gas supply valve at the tank 1 to 2 turns or turn on the main natural gas supply valve 4 Turn the Rotisserie Burner Control Knob to the HI position by pushing down on the knob and turning it counterclockwise 5 Immediately turn the Igniter Button The Rotisserie burner should light within four clicks WARNING IF THE ROTISSERIE BURNER DOES NOT LIGHT immediately turn the burner control knob to the OFF position to prevent gas buildup Wait five 5 minutes for the gas to clear and then repeat the preceding starting procedure If the burner will not light when using the Piezo Igniter follow the match lighting instructions below S 6 Confirm that the burner is properly lit and that the flame pattern is as desired see Figs 9a 9b amp 9c for the proper flame patterns If the flame pattern is other than normal consult the Troubleshooting Guide on Page 26 for corrective action 7 Always preheat the Grill before starting to cook on the rotisserie Match Lighting the Rotisserie Burner 1 Always open the Hood completely before attempting to light the Grill WARNING Never stand with your head directly over the Grill when preparing to light the Rotisserie Bur
26. ner to prevent possible bodily injury 2 Always confirm that all of the burner control knobs are in the OFF position before opening the gas supply 3 Turn on the propane gas supply valve at the tank 1 to 2 turns or turn on the main natural gas supply valve 4 Insert a lit match or a butane lighter into the match lighting hole located below the rotisserie screen see Fig 11 5 Turn the Rotisserie Control Knob to the HI position by pushing down on the Fig 11 knob and turning it counterclockwise Rotisserie A Lighting Hole eN EE VERMONT Page 10 Cat nga Operation Rotisserie Setup Optional to Model VC50 amp VC75 The Rotisserie burner is intended to be used for rotisserie cooking only WARNING Never use the main burners while using the Rotisserie burner as that could result in igniting the drippings or overheating your Grill The Rotisserie assembly includes a counter weight for large or irregular food items using the counterweight Batissario will reduce the strain on the motor Motor Bushing Rotisserie Support Remove the warming rack Lay a flat pan directly on the cooking grates to catch drippings Large food items may require that you remove the cooking grates and place the pan on the sear plates 7 Rotisserie Bracket N Insert the ends of the Rotisserie Support into the slots of the right cooking grate so that the edge of the supportis approximently
27. s and accessories your Vermont Castings gas grill can provide for virtually every conceivable style of cooking The powerful Main burners deliver the middle and high range of tempera tures desired for traditional barbecuing This includes searing and finishing steaks hamburgers pork chops and the like or grilling chicken parts sausages or kebabs with more moderate heat see Fig 15a The Rotisserie burner standard on Model VC75 delivers the succulent self basted flavours of chickens ducks and hams or pork beef and lamb roasts that only rotissing can achieve Also the radiant infrared unit ensures that you will be enjoying the results much sooner see Fig 15b The optional Side burner boils saut s stir fries or warms all with equal aplomb Plus its high power is more than adequate for deep frying seafood vegetables and meats or hard boiling soups lobsters or corn on the cob see Hg 15c The optional Smoker Box standard with all Vermont Castings gas grills allows you enhance the flavors of foods by slow smoking with herbs or a variety of wood chips or chunks see Fig 14 The optional Vermont Castings Griddle pan accessory extends your capabilities again With this item you can pan fry eggs and bacon potatoes or seafood Or if you prefer use it to grill fish steaks other seafood or lamb chops Page 14 Cooking Fig 15c VERMONT f astings d Cooking One ofthe keys to extend
28. the Main Burners erroris 7 Turning the Burners OF Loose etutabvam icd dH UE DP dS 8 liz ETT 8 Match Lighting the Main Burner eene 8 Lighting the Rotisserie Burner ssssssssssesssssessssseeseesnesneeseess 10 Match Lighting the Rotisserie Burner sss 10 Rotisserie Setup tictimnecelsyaasilaansnonmiuiheel trannies 11 Lighting the Side BUPTIGE usen ierra verre voilier tuti 12 Shutting the Side Burner Off see 12 Using the Smoker DOE ooo RIRSHG RUTRUM MEQUE RRUI 13 Cooking Methods of COOLING Gosnbemicen o Qmm REDDE DRIN 14 Preparing Food for the Grill eene 15 OEMBIDO DB e epreiepe eit nia A A REG 16 Cooking Time CODE swesen onte obe eeb etre MW RE PRO RU AER 17 Care amp I Iur T 20 Maintenance Cooking Grids ssscssssssssssssssessssssessssssessssseesessssecsssssesesssseeessses 21 Drip ay P 22 Stainless Steel Panels osse erbe eo Meer pde n 22 Porcelain Enamel Castings eeeeeneees 22 Burner Adjustment aiebant n pe HUE PR EERE RII 23 Trouble Shooting Guide 5 5 rire mireris irr tiir 24 Page 1 Safety Fuels WARNING Never use Natural Gas in a Grill that has been configured to burn Propane Gas and never use Propane Gas in a Grill that has been configured to use Natural Gas to avoid possible bodily injury Always consult the Rating Label on the bac
29. to lift out the left hand cabinet panel to gain access to the drip tray see Hg 20 Check it for accumulations after each use of the Grill and Clean it as necessary Use lightly abrasive or non abrasive products only for cleaning the drip tray Fig 20 Stainless Steel Panels Stainless steel is very durable and should last indefinitely with a minimum of care Due to the nature of its brushed surface minor scratches may appear with normal use and handling These may be removed with the use of a fine to medium grade Scotch Brite or similar polishing pad Apply gentle even pressure while rubbing with the grain of the steel Do not rub against the grain as damage to the finish can result Never use steel wool on the stainless steel panels Periodic cleaning with a non abrasive cleaning compound specifically formulated for stainless steel will remove any dirt grease cooking residue or discoloration that may develop CAUTION NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANING AGENTS SCOURING PADS OR OTHER ABRASIVE MATERIALS TO CLEAN THE STAINLESS STEEL PANELS TO AVOID SCRATCHING THE SURFACES Porcelain Enamel Castings Periodic cleaning with a dry or slightly damp cloth or soft brush will keep porcelain enamel surfaces looking new Use a kitchen appliance cleaner or a polish expressly formulated for use on porcelain enamel to clean the porcelain enamel castings CAUTION NEVER USE ABRASIVE CLEANING AGENTS OR ABRAISIVE MATERIALS TO CLEAN
30. tural or propane gas generates very high temperatures for cooking and emits carbon monoxide as a bi product of combustion prudent precautions must be taken to assure its safe use e DANGER This Grill has been designed for OUTDOOR use only Never use this outdoor Grill inside any building garage shed or breezeway or inside any boat trailer or recreational vehicle to prevent a possible fire and to prevent the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning or asphyxiation e DANGER Exposing an over filled or a disconnected propane cylinder to heat could cause venting of fuel through the pressure release valve Since propane vapor is heavier than air it tends to pool and if ignited could produce a violent fire or explosion Never install a propane cylinder if itis more than 80 full as the contents may lack adequate room for expansion when exposed to heat Never store a spare Propane Gas Cylinder in the cylinder compartment of this Grill because it will be exposed to high temperatures when the Grill is in use This Gas Barbecue Grill will provide you with many hours of pleasure and enjoyment if it is used in accordance with the Warnings and Safety Instructions contained in this Manual The essential Warnings and Safety Instructions are located throughout the pages of this Manual but some of the principal ones have been summarized below for your convenience Page ii Warnings A SAFE LOCATIONS FOR USE OF THIS OUTDOOR GRILL DA
31. urner ports and air shutter screen are clear of food residue cobwebs or other insect debris see Fig 17 Fig 18 Side Burner Inspect the air shutter screen periodically see Fig 19 and confirm that itis clear of food residue cobwebs or other insect debris The Side Burner ignition electrode delivers a spark to ignite the gas at the burner Always keep it clear of any buildup of foreign material as that can act as an insulator and prevent the burner from lighting Cooking Grids WARNING Aclogged venturi tube can cause a fire to occur beneath the Grill due to a flashback of gas Use a wire brush to clean all ports on the sides of the burner see Fig 18 Av NAAT Adjust Shutter and Keep Screen Clean Fi Fig 19 The cooking grids have been porcelain enameled for durability and ease of cleaning These Grills may be cleaned with any nonabrasive cleaning agent formulated for kitchen use or a brass wire brush NOTE Always handle the grids with care as porcelain enamel is susceptible to chipping VERMONT UMP d Page 21 Care amp Maintenance Drip Tray The drip tray located under the burner pan in the bottom of the Grill body is provided to catch excess cooking fats and juices The drip tray is accessible from the left hand side of the Grill when facing it from the front It is necessary
32. urners NOTE All of the burners should be inspected frequently and cleaned as often as is necessary Main Burner WARNING Always inspect the air shutter screen periodically to confirm that it is clear of food Potisserie residue spider webs or other insect debris A Burner clogged venturi tube can cause a fire to occur beneath the Grill due to a flashback of gas Oven see Hg 16 Burner Main NOTE Remove the cooking Grills and the sear Burner plates to inspect the burner at least once per year or more frequently if required Loosen the burner attachment screws from inside to allow the burners to be pulled away from the valves far enough for a ventuti brush or suitable cleaning device to be inserted into the Spider Web burner venturi to clean away debris see Hg 16 and Debris Be careful notto damage the electrode ceramics Reinstall the burners properly over the valves see Fig 22 Use a wire brush or toothpick to clean the ports all around the sides of the burner see Fig Shutter 18 Itis normal for some surface rust to appear Screen Venturi on the burner Severe rusting can enlarge the gas Brush ports however which could cause changes in the Grill s performance VERMONT A Stings Page 20 CAM Care amp Maintenance Rotisserie Burner Inspect the Rotisserie burner monthly if it is used frequently Remove the rear panel four screws to access the burner Confirm that the b
33. used Always confirm that all openings in the cylinder compartment of this Grill are free of any obstructions that would restrict the circulation of ventilation air Good ventilation will prevent the pooling of leaked propane vapor which is heavier than air and which could explode if ignited WARNINGS e Always consult the Rating Label on the back of the Grill to confirm which fuel must be used with the Grill Never operate the Grill with propane gas if it has been configured to use natural gas to prevent hazardous overheating e Always confirm that there are no gas leaks before lighting this Grill Apply a 50 50 solution of liquid soap and water to the gas supply line connectors with a brush or spray bottle and watch for bubbles Never use a match or open flame to test for gas leaks e Always visually inspect the gas supply line for fraying cracking or rodent damage before each use of this Grill and if necessary install a replacement obtained from your Vermont Castings dealer before lighting this Grill Always store your spare Propane Gas Cylinders in an outdoor area that is well ventilated shady cool and removed from any heat source Always store those cylinders in an upright position Never store a spare cylinder in the vicinity of this Grill or in the vicinity of any other heat generating appliance C SAFE USE OF NATURAL GAS Always consult the Rating Label on the back of the Grill to confirm which fuel must be used with t
34. ve 3 Always use a brush or spray bottle to apply a 50 50 solution of liquid soap and water to all connection points see Fig 5 to test for gas leaks Never use a match or open flame for that purpose 4 Always look for bubbles to appear as the appearance of bubbles will indicate a gas leak Always turn off the gas immediately and tighten the connection if you find that a leak exists 5 Always repeat this procedure until no further gas leaks are found to exist before lighting the Grill 6 Never attempt to light this Grill however if a leak cannot be stopped Always call your propane gas supplier promptly to obtain assistance WARNINGS Always consult the Rating Label on the back of the Grill to confirm that it has already been configured to burn Natural Gas If it is necessary to reconfigure the Grill however always utilize the Natural Gas Fuel Conversion Kit available from your Vermont Castings retailer to prevent possible bodily injury All gas suppy plumbing should be performed only by a qualified service agency In the U S the supply connection must be made in accordance with local code or in the absence of local codes with the national fuel gas codes ANSI 7223 1 In Canada the supply connection shell be carried out in accordance with the provincial authorities having jurisdiction and in accordance with the requirements of the CAN OGA 1 B149 1 AND 2 installation code A shut off value must be installed between the gas grill
35. ver store or use gasoline or other flammable or volatile substances in the vicinity of this Grill or in the vacinity of any other heat generating appliance because of the danger of starting a fire Always confirm that the installation of this Grill conforms with the requirements of all local Codes or in the absence of any applicable local Codes with either the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI 7223 1 CAN CGA B149 1 National Gas Installation Code or CAN CGA B149 2 Propane Installation Code Page iii Warnings B SAFE USE OF LP PROPANE GAS DANGER e Never install a propane cylinder that is more than 80 full as the contents may lack adequate room for expansion when exposed to heat Propane vapor may then be vented through the pressure release valve which could accumulate in a pool and later result in a fire or explosion Always instruct your certified propane fuel supplier to confirm by weight that your cylinder is not more than 80 96 full An empty cylinder will weigh about 18 lbs while a properly filled cylinder should weigh no more than 38 lbs e Never store a spare Propane Cylinder in the cylinder compartment of this Grill Exposing a discon nected cylinder to heat could result in the venting of propane vapor through the pressure release valve and the pooled vapor could result in a violent fire No hazard is posed by the connected cylinder if it is not overfilled however as it tends to refrigerate itself while it is being
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