Brinkmann 2250 Owner's Manual
Brinkmann 2250 Owner's Manual

Brinkmann 2250 Owner's Manual

Heavy-duty gas grill pro series
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ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
NOTICE TO INSTALLER:
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WITH THE GRILL OWNER FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE.
2250
OWNER'S MANUAL
HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION MAY RESULT IF THESE WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED. READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING
Heavy-Duty
Gas Grill
WARNING
DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

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  • Page 1 SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE NOTICE TO INSTALLER: LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE GRILL OWNER FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. 2250 Heavy-Duty Gas Grill WARNING HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION MAY RESULT IF THESE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED. READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
  • Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE. THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE HAZARDS AS YOU ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL. WHEN YOU SEE THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION WHICH FOLLOWS! READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS General Warnings ..........3 Installation and LP Cylinder Specifications and Safe Use.
  • Page 5: General Warnings

    GENERAL WARNINGS • Never use natural gas in a unit designed for liquid propane gas. • Never use charcoal briquets or lighter fluid in a gas grill. • Leak test all connections before first use, even if grill was purchased fully assembled and after each tank refill.
  • Page 6: Installation And Lp Cylinder Specifications And Safe Use

    • FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT operate indoors or in an enclosed area such as a garage, shed or breezeway. • Use your grill OUTDOORS in a well ventilated space away from dwellings or other buildings to prevent dangers associated with gas accumulation and toxic vapors. We recommend your grill be situated at least 10 feet (3.1 m) from buildings.
  • Page 7 CYLINDER SPECIFICATIONS: When purchasing or exchanging a cylinder for your gas grill, it must 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 Transportation of Dangerous Goods;...
  • Page 8: Connecting Lp Cylinder And Hose / Regulator To Grill

    FILLING THE LP GAS CYLINDER: • Allow only qualified LP gas dealers to properly fill or repair your LP gas cylinder. • New tanks should be purged prior to filling; inform LP gas dealer if you are using a new tank. •...
  • Page 9 • Never use your grill without leak testing all gas connections and hoses. See the section on "Leak Testing" in this manual for proper procedures. The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with your gas grill must be used. • DO NOT attempt to connect it to any other fuel supply source such as a natural gas line.
  • Page 10: Leak Testing

    LEAK TESTING: To prevent fire or explosion hazard: • DO NOT smoke or permit ignition sources in the area while conducting a leak test. • Perform test OUTDOORS only in a well ventilated area. • Never perform a leak test with a match or open flame. •...
  • Page 11: Pre-Start Check List

    6. Check each place listed (A– K) for growing bubbles which indicates a leak. 7. Turn off gas supply at cylinder valve. 8. Turn on control knobs to release gas pressure in hose. 9. Turn control knobs to "OFF" position. 10.
  • Page 12: Connecting Lp Cylinder And Hose / Regulator To Grill

    Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions contained in this manual. DO NOT skip any of the warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Follow the instructions exactly. 1. OPEN THE GRILL LID before attempting to light a burner so that fumes do not accumulate inside the grill.
  • Page 13 LIGHTING THE SIDE BURNER: 1. Open lid before lighting side burner. 2. Make sure control knob is in the "OFF" position. 3. Push and turn side burner control knob to the "HIGH" position. 4. Press the electronic igniter on the main control panel and hold for 3 –...
  • Page 14: Operating Grill And Helpful Hints

    OPERATING THE GRILL: Never use Charcoal or Lighter Fluid inside your Gas Grill. Read and follow all warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual. BREAKING IN YOUR GRILL: In manufacturing and preserving the components of your grill, oil residue may be present on the •...
  • Page 15: Rotisserie Cooking

    ROTISSERIE COOKING: Your grill was pre-drilled from factory to include mounting holes for a rotisserie (sold separately). Do • not use a rotisserie not specifically manufactured for this grill. Read and follow all instructions provided with the rotisserie. Save instructions for future reference. •...
  • Page 16: Proper Care And Maintenance

    • To protect your grill from excessive rust, the unit must be kept clean and covered at all times when not in use. A grill cover may be ordered directly from Brinkmann by calling 800-468-5252 or 800-527-0717. • Wash cooking grills and heat distribution plates with hot, soapy water, rinse well and dry. Lightly coat cooking grill with vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray.
  • Page 17: Cleaning And Maintenance

    CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE: • Keep the appliance free and clear of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. • Keep the ventilation openings of the cylinder enclosure free and clear of debris. • Visually check burner flames for proper operation (see pictorial in "Burner Assembly/Maintenance" under Proper Care and Maintenance).
  • Page 18: Transporting And Storage

    These nests can cause fires in burner tubes or under grill. • If storing the grill outdoors, cover the grill with a grill cover for protection from the weather. A grill cover may be ordered directly from Brinkmann by calling 800-468-5252 or 800-527-0717. WARNING...
  • Page 19: Trouble Shooting

    TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem: • Burner will not light • Fire at control knob • Yellow Flames at burner • Flame blows out on "LOW" • Burner does not get hot enough • Grill is Too Hot Possible Causes: 1. Check LP cylinder fuel level. 2.
  • Page 20: Frequently Asked Questions

    If the fuel line is blocked, replace with a new hose / regulator assembly. • If an obstruction is suspected in the hose / regulator assembly, orifice or gas valves call Brinkmann Customer Service at 800-527-0717. Question: Why does my LP gas grill have a low flame or a flame with orange / yellow color? Answer: You need to purge air from the gas line or reset the regulator's flow limiting device.
  • Page 21: Frequently Asked Questions

    Regulator Resetting Procedure under Connecting LP Cylinder and Hose/Regulator to Grill. This procedure should be done every time a new LP gas tank is connected to your grill. For help, refer to your owner’s manual or call Brinkmann Customer Service at 800-527-0717.
  • Page 22: Parts List And Assembly Instructions

    PARTS BAG CONTENTS Make sure you have all items listed under PARTS LIST and PARTS BAG CONTENTS before you begin the installation process. PARTS BAG CONTAINS: Qty. Screwdriver Hex nut wrench AA/1.5V Alkaline battery Wheel axle bolts Large washers #8 self-tapping screws Wheel axle bolts M6 X 12mm round head bolts M8 x 15mm...
  • Page 23: Assembly Instructions

    WE RECOMMEND TWO PEOPLE WORK TOGETHER WHEN ASSEMBLING THIS UNIT. The estimated time of assembly for this grill is approximately 45 minutes. The following provided tools are required to assemble this Brinkmann ProSeries 2250 Grill: • Flathead Screwdriver • Hex Nut Wrench...
  • Page 24 FOR MISSING PARTS, PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 800-527-0717. (Proof of purchase will be required.) Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.
  • Page 25 Locking Caster Hubcap Wheel axle bolt Hex Nut Wrench Tire Washer Choose a good, cleared assembly area and get a friend to help you put your grill together. Lay cardboard down to protect grill finish and assembly area. CAUTION! Some parts may contain sharp edges.
  • Page 26 Step 4 Snap wheel hub caps onto the outside of wheels as illustrated. Step 5 With the help of a friend, turn the cart to its upright position. Step 6 Attach tank heat shield to heat shield plate using one #8 self-tapping screw.
  • Page 27 Heat Shield Plate Grease Cup Heat Shield Plate Heat Shield Plate Step 7 Attach heat shield plate to back panel using two M6 X 12mm bolts with small star washers. Step 8 Attach heat shield plate to front panel using three #8 self-tapping screws.
  • Page 28 Note: When performing Step 10, Lift grill body from front and rear panels to avoid injury to hands and fingers. Be sure to pass hose/regulator assembly above cart frame crossbar. Step 10 With the help of a friend, place grill body assembly on preassembled cart frame.
  • Page 29 Step 12 Attach side table assembly to left side of cart frame assembly. Slide side table assembly onto preattached shoulder bolts. Attach two M8 x 15mm shoulder bolts as illustrated and secure. Step 13 Attach side burner assembly to right side of cart frame assembly. Slide side burner assembly onto preattached shoulder bolts.
  • Page 30 Step 14 Remove two bolts and washers from the side burner valve. Insert the side burner valve assembly through the hole in the side burner table base, then firmly seat the valve nozzle into the burner venturi. Hold in place while you perform Step 15.
  • Page 31 Side Burner Igniter Lead Grease Tray Step 17 Attach side burner igniter lead wire to the electrode as illustrated. Electrode Step 18 Insert grease tray into opening on backside of grill. Make sure to slide tray onto tracks as illustrated.
  • Page 32 Step 19 Place the heat distribution plates on lower level of grill body assembly directly above burners. Step 20 Place cooking grills on support ribs directly above heat distribution plates. Step 21 Place warming rack in grooves above the cooking grills. Step 22 Remove igniter cap and insert battery with positive end of battery...
  • Page 33 Step 23 Attach the loop strap bracket onto the base panel using two M6 X 12mm bolts. ProSeries 2250 (Assembled)
  • Page 34: Grilling Accessories

    RIB RACK Chrome-plated rack can greatly increase the cooking capacity of your grill. Holds ribs, chicken halves, potatoes and corn vertically to triple cooking capacity. Allows smoke, steam and heat to penetrate food evenly. 812-3310-0 MEATLOAF BASKET The unique basket weave prevents meatloaf from falling through the grill while allowing smoke, steam and heat to flow into the food.
  • Page 35 Ideal for charcoal, electric, gas smokers and grills. 812-3311-0 LOOK FOR THESE AND OTHER BRINKMANN ACCESSORIES AT YOUR LOCAL RETAILER WHERE SMOKERS ARE SOLD, OR ORDER DIRECT BY CALLING ACCESSORIES...
  • Page 36 The Brinkmann Corporation requires reasonable proof of purchase. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you retain your sales receipt or invoice. To obtain replacement parts for your Brinkmann ProSeries 2250 under the terms of this warranty, please call Customer Service Department at 800-527-0717. A receipt will be required. The Brinkmann Corporation will not be responsible for any grills forwarded to us without prior authorization.

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