General Instructions; Operating Area - EasyChef EC24 Manual

GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

The following instructions will give you the minimum
requirements for safely installing and operating your
EasyChef barbecue. Please read this manual and
instructions carefully before attempting to install or
operate this appliance.
This appliance is not for use by children.
Installations must conform to local codes. In the
absence of local codes, you must conform to the
latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI
Z 223.1, Natural Gas Installation Code or
CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation Code.
The pressure regulator supplied with the appliance
must be used. This regulator is set for 10.0
inches of water column for LP gas and 3.5 inches
of water column for Natural gas.
Do not use charcoal in this appliance.
LP Units -LP-gas supply cylinder to be used 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 the
Transportation of Dangerous Goods. The cylinder
used must include a collar to protect the cylinder
valve.
STORAGE
The gas must be turned "OFF" at the source (LP
tank or shut off valve) when the barbecue is not in
use.
When the EasyChef is stored indoors, the gas
supply must be disconnected and the LP tank
stored outdoors in a well-ventilated area.
When the LP tank is not disconnected the
barbecue must be stored outdoors in a well-
ventilated area.
(a) Do not store a spare LP tank under or near
the appliance.
(b) Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full;
and
(c) if the above information in "(a)" and "(b)" is not
followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious
injury may occur.

OPERATING AREA

WARNING: Only use this barbecue outdoors in a
well-ventilated area. Do not use in a garage,
building, breeze way or any other enclosed area.
Never leave your EasyChef barbecue under an
unprotected combustible roof or overhang.
Your EasyChef is not intended for installation in or
on a recreational vehicle or boat.
Do not use combustible materials within 16" of the
top and back or 14 inches from the side of this
appliance.
The entire cooking box and hood get hot when in
use. Do not leave unattended.
Keep electrical supply cord and the fuel supply
hose away from any heated surface.
Keep cooking area clear of flammable vapors and
liquids, and combustible materials.
WARNINGS
Failure to follow the Dangers, Warnings,
and Cautions contained in this manual
may result in serious bodily injury or
death, or in a fire or an explosion causing
damage to property.
Do not store a spare or disconnected LP tank
under or near this barbecue.
After a period of storage, and/or non-use, the
EasyChef Barbecue should be checked for gas
leaks and burner obstructions before using.
See instructions in this manual for correct
procedure.
Do not use the EasyChef Barbecue if there is a
gas leak present.
Do not put a barbecue cover or anything
flammable on or in the storage area under the
barbecue.
Combustible materials should never be within
16 inches top, back, and bottom or within 14
inches sides of your EasyChef Barbecue.
Never allow children to use your EasyChef
Barbecue.
When operating your EasyChef Barbecue
never leave it unattended.
Should the burners go out during operation,
turn all gas valves "OFF." Open the lid and
wait five minutes before attempting to relight
using the lighting instructions.
Never lean over open grill or place hands or
fingers on front edges of the barbecue.
Your EasyChef barbecue should be cleaned
regularly for proper operation.
The use of improper gas, LP on a NAT unit or
NAT on an LP unit is dangerous and will void
your warranty.
Use only the gas regulator supplied with your
EasyChef.
Do not attempt to disconnect any gas fittings
while your barbecue is in operation.
LP GAS UNITS ONLY:
A dented or rusty LP tank may be hazardous
and should be checked by your gas supplier.
Never use a tank with a damaged valve.
Although your LP tank may appear empty, gas
may still be present, and the tank should be
transported and stored accordingly.
If you see, smell or hear the hiss of escaping
gas from the LP tank: 1. Get away from the tank.
2. Do not attempt to correct the problem
yourself. 3. Call your fire department.
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DANGER