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2250 Gas Outdoor Grill OWNER’S MANUAL ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING NOTICE TO INSTALLER: HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION MAY RESULT IF THESE WARNINGS AND LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED. READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE. THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IS TO ATTRACT YOUR 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.
GENERAL WARNINGS WARNING • 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.
WARNING • 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.
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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;...
WARNING 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. •...
WARNING • Never use your grill without leak testing all gas connections and hoses. See the section on "Leak Testing" in this manual for proper procedures. WARNING The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with your gas grill must be used. •...
DANGER 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. •...
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.
WARNING 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. WARNING 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.
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 –...
WARNING 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 burner and cooking surfaces of your grill.
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. •...
GRILL COOKING TIPS CLEANLINESS • Always wash hands thoroughly with soap and hot water prior to handling food and after handling raw meat, uncooked poultry or seafood. • When using a platter to carry raw meat, uncooked poultry or seafood to the grill, make sure to wash the platter thoroughly with soap and hot water before placing cooked foods back on the platter or use different platters for raw and cooked foods.
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).
COOKING GRILLS • Clean with mild soap detergent and water. A brass bristled brush or a nylon cleaning pad can be used to remove residue from the stainless steel surfaces. Do not use steel wire bristles to clean the cooking grills.
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem: Possible Causes: 1. Check LP cylinder fuel level. 2. Bad electrode spark. Check to see if the grill will match light. Electrode or collector may need adjustment. • Burner will not light 3. Burner may not be properly seated. 4.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Your grill's serial number and model number, and the contact information for Brinkmann Customer Service, are listed on a silver label found on the back of the grill or on the grill body side, under the side shelf. These questions and answers are for your general knowledge, and may not be applicable to your model grill.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Cleaning Stainless Steel Cooking Grills: Wash grills with a mild detergent and rinse with hot water before initial use and as needed. DO NOT use a commercial oven cleaner. For stubborn food residue, use a degreaser and fiber or brass cleaning brush.
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. Qty. Screwdriver M6 x 12mm bolts Hex nut wrench Small star washers AA/1.5V Alkaline battery M8 x 15mm shoulder bolts Wheel axle bolts M8 x 15mm bolts...
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 Grand Gourmet 2250 Grill: • Flathead Screwdriver • Hex Nut Wrench...
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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.
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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. Wear protective gloves if necessary. Step 1 With the help of a friend, turn the preassembled cart over.
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Step 4 Snap wheel hub caps onto the outside of wheels as illustrated. Hubcap Step 5 With the help of a friend, turn the cart to its upright position. Step 6 Tank Heat Shield Attach tank heat shield to heat shield plate using one #8 self-tapping screw.
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Step 7 Attach heat shield plate to back panel using two M6 X 12mm bolts Heat Shield Plate with small star washers. Heat Shield Plate Step 8 Attach heat shield plate to front panel using three #8 self-tapping screws. Grease Cup Heat Shield Step 9...
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Note: When performing Step 10, Lift grill body from front and Grill Body Assembly 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.
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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 round head bolts.
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Step 14 Remove two bolts and washers from the side burner valve. Insert Burner Venturi the side burner valve assembly through the hole in the side burner table base, then firmly seat the valve nozzle into the burner venturi. Side Hold in place while you perform Burner Step 15.
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Step 17 Attach side burner igniter lead wire to the electrode as illustrated. Side Burner Igniter Lead Electrode Step 18 Insert grease tray into opening on backside of grill. Make sure to slide tray onto tracks as illustrated. Grease Tray...
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Step 19 Warming Rack Place the heat distribution plates on lower level of grill body assembly directly above burners. Cooking Grills Heat Distribution Step 20 Plates Place porcelain cast iron cooking grills on support ribs directly above heat distribution plates. Step 21 Place warming rack in grooves above the cooking grills.
ACCESSORIES PROFESSIONAL SHISH-KABOB SKEWERS RIB RACK Chrome-plated rack can greatly increase the cooking These heavy-duty, 18" shish-kabob skewers are extra-long for fabulous restaurant style kabobs. Made of rust resistant stainless capacity of your grill. Holds ribs, chicken halves, potatoes and corn vertically to triple cooking capacity. steel to last for years.
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ACCESSORIES 2-GALLON PAN & BASKET SET Restaurant-style aluminum fry pan with nickel plated wire straining basket is an essential tool for frying fish, chicken, french fries, onion rings and more. Strainer basket holder helps drain excess oil. Use outdoors MULTI-PURPOSE SPATULA with the Brinkmann Backyard Kitchen and avoid the If you could have only one BBQ tool, mess and odor of frying indoors.
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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 Grand Gourmet 2250 under the terms of this warranty, please call Customer Service Department at 800-527-0717. A receipt or proof of purchase will be required.