Dangers And Warnings - Weber PERFORMER Owner's Manual

FAILURE TO HEED THESE DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION STATEMENTS MAY CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH,
OR A FIRE OR EXPLOSION RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.
SAFETY SYMBOLS (
Signal Words DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION will be used with the SAFETY SYMBOL.
DANGER will identify the most serious hazard.
Please read all safety information contained in this Owner's Guide before operating this barbecue.
Failure to follow the Dangers, Warnings and Cautions contained in this Owner's Manual may result in serious bodily injury or
death, or in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.
Do not use indoors! This barbecue is designed for outdoor use only. If used indoors, toxic fumes will accumulate and cause
serious bodily injury or death.
Only use this barbecue outdoors in a well-ventilated area. Do not use in a garage, building, breezeway or any other enclosed
area.
Do not use this barbecue under any overhead combustible construction.
Improper assembly may be dangerous. Please follow the assembly instructions in this manual. Do not use barbecue unless all
parts are in place. Make sure either the ash catcher is properly attached to the legs underneath the bowl of the barbecue, or the
high capacity ash catcher is in place, before lighting the grill.
Do not add charcoal starter fluid or charcoal impregnated with charcoal lighter fluid to hot or warm charcoal. Cap starter fluid
after use, and place a safe distance away from the barbecue.
Do not use petrol, liquid fire starter or alcohol on the charcoal at any time. Do not use any form of self-lighting charcoal at any
time.
You should exercise reasonable care when operating your barbecue. It will be hot during cooking and should never be left
unattended during use.
Do not leave infants, children or pets unattended near a hot barbecue.
Do not attempt to move a hot barbecue.
Do not use this barbecue within five feet of any combustible material. Combustible materials include, but are not limited to
wood or treated wood decks, patios and porches.
Combustible materials should never be within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of barbecue.
Keep the cooking area clear of flammable vapor and liquids, such as gasoline, alcohol, etc., and combustible material.
Do not remove ashes until all charcoal is completely burned out and are fully extinguished and grill is cool.
Always put charcoal in Char-Baskets™ or on top of the lower (charcoal) grate. Do not put charcoal directly in the bottom of the
bowl.
Do not wear clothing with loose flowing sleeves while lighting or using the barbecue.
Never lean over the barbecue when lighting the gas burner.
Do not use barbecue in high winds.
Do not operate the barbecue if a gas leak is present.
Do not use a flame to check for gas leaks.
Should the burner go out at any time during operation, turn tank valve off. Remove lid and wait five minutes before attempting
to relight, using the lighting instructions outlined in this Manual.
Do not attempt to disconnect the gas regulator from the tank or any gas fitting while the barbecue is in use.
Use only the LP gas regulator that is supplied with your barbecue.
Follow regulator connection instructions for your type of gas grill.
Do not store a spare or disconnected LP disposable cartridge under or near this barbecue.
Keep the barbecue on a secure, level surface at all times, clear of combustible materials.
Do not put a barbecue cover or anything flammable on or in the storage area under the barbecue.
Always remove the lid before lighting the gas burner, either manually or with the igniter. Lid must remain OFF until charcoal is
fully ignited.
Never touch the cooking or charcoal grates, ashes, charcoal or the barbecue to see if they are hot.
Do not use lava or char rocks in this barbecue.
Do not use water to control flare-ups or to extinguish charcoal, as it may damage the porcelain finish. Slightly close bottom air
vents (dampers) and place lid on bowl.
Extinguish coals when finished cooking. Close all vents (dampers) after putting lid on bowl.
Barbecue mitts should always be worn while cooking, adjusting air vents (dampers), adding charcoal and handling the
thermometer or lid.
Use proper barbecue tools, with long, heat-resistant handles.
Some models may include the Tuck-Away™ lid holder feature. The Tuck-Away™ lid holder is used to store the lid while checking
on or turning your food. Do not use the Tuck-Away™ lid holder as a handle to lift or move the grill. Do not place a hot lid on
carpeting or grass. Do not hang the lid on the bowl handle.
Never dump hot coals where they might be stepped on or be a fire hazard. Never dump ashes or coals before they are fully
extinguished. Do not store barbecue until ashes and coals are fully extinguished.
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