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BIG JOHN PG-36 Owner's Manual

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Owner's Manual
for Assembly, Operating & Maintenance of
Model PG-36 Table Top Gas Griddle
YOU MUST READ THIS OWNER'S MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GAS GRIDDLE.
DANGER
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. SHUT OFF GAS TO APPLIANCE
2. EXTINGUISH OPEN FLAMES
3. IF ODOR CONTINUES, KEEP AWAY FROM THE
APPLIANCE AND IMMEDIATELY CALL YOUR
GAS SUPPLIER OR FIRE DEPARTMENT.
LEAKING GAS MAY CAUSE FIRE, EXPLOSION,
PERSONAL INJURY, DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, AND
DEATH.
THIS GAS GRIDDLE IS DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
P: 814-359-2755
526 EAST ROLLING RIDGE DRIVE, BELLEFONTE, PA 16823
F: 814-359-2621
WARNING: Follow all leak-check
procedures listed in this manual carefully
prior to operation of this unit. Do this
even if the griddle was assembled by a
professional.
WARNING: Do not ignite this griddle
without reading the LIGHTING INSTRUC-
TIONS first.
WARNING: DO NOT store or use
gasoline or other flammable liquids/
vapors in the vicinity of this griddle.
An LP Cylinder not connected for use
should not be stored in the vicinity of this
unit.
sales@bigjohngrills.com
www.bigjohngrills.com
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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual for Assembly, Operating & Maintenance of Model PG-36 Table Top Gas Griddle www.bigjohngrills.com YOU MUST READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL WARNING: Follow all leak-check BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GAS GRIDDLE. procedures listed in this manual carefully prior to operation of this unit. Do this even if the griddle was assembled by a professional.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. PROPANE SAFETY - GENERAL Page 3 2. PROPANE SAFETY - CYLINDER Page 4 & 5 3. PROPANE SAFETY - QCC Page 6 4. GENERAL INFORMATION Page 7 5. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Page 8 6. SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS Page 9 7.

  • Page 3: Propane Safety - General

    All tanks used on Big John Grills equipment must be a minimum of 30 lb. size.  Tanks larger than 100 lbs. in size may require a POL for connection. Please call a Big John Cus-  tomer Service Representative if you are using a 100 lb. propane tank.

  • Page 4: Propane Safety - Cylinder

    PROPANE SAFETY - CYLINDER DISCONNECTING AND TRANSPORTING PROPANE CYLINDERS FOR REFILLING Turn off all control knobs and close the main cylinder valve. Disconnect regulator with QCC.  Place cylinder valve plug snugly in the main cylinder valve outlet. Only use the cylinder valve plug ...
  • Page 5 PROPANE SAFETY - CYLINDER CONNECTING A FILLED 30 LB. CYLINDER Remove the main cylinder plug.  Make sure that all gas valves on the grill are in the “OFF” position.  Thread the QCC Connector or POL Connection snugly into main cylinder. ...

  • Page 6: Propane Safety - Qcc

    8. Inspect each connection and length of hose for any bubbles being produced 9. If bubbles are detected (bubbles indicate gas is escaping), turn off propane tank and call Big John Grills to order replacement parts. Do not go to your local hard- ware store.

  • Page 7: General Information

    This griddle is portable meaning you can take it and use it anywhere. Big John griddles are used at offsite catering events & festivals, restaurants, hotels & resorts, golf courses, personal homes and many more. Please read the infor- mation provided below before using your griddle for the first time.

  • Page 8: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS This unit ships 90% assembled and we make sure the instructions for the rest are easy to follow and perform. Please follow the instructions below to ensure your griddle is properly assembled for safe op- eration. Please remember this is a commercial piece of equipment and therefore the materials used to build it are of the best quality.

  • Page 9: Set-Up Instructions

    SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place griddle on a level area clear of any combustible materials. THIS UNIT IS BUILT FOR OUT- DOOR USE ONLY and should be operated in a well ventilated area. 2. Ensure all control valves are in the CLOSED position (parallel to the manifold). 3.

  • Page 10: Operating Instructions

    OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1. Place griddle on a level area clear of any combustible materials. THIS UNIT IS BUILT FOR OUT- DOOR USE ONLY and should be operated in a well ventilated area. 2. Ensure all control valves are in the CLOSED position (parallel to the manifold). 3.

  • Page 11: Cleaning & Care Instructions

    CLEANING & CARE Remember, open flame cooking can cause significant splatter that can bake onto surfaces . Unlike ov- en or top burner cooking, the meat is not in a pot or pan and grease laden smoke will reach all surfaces. TO CLEAN GRIDDLE PLATE 1.

  • Page 12: Parts List

    1/6 Stainless Steel Drip Tray (7” x 6.25” x 2.5”) 302758L Bolt on Drip Tray Holder - Left Side 302758R Bolt on Drip Tray Holder - Right Side 302754 PG-36 & PG-52 Manifold 102334 4” Swivel Caster 102344 Caster Wrench 300021...
  • Page 13 PARTS DIAGRAM Burner Tube Assembly Press-On Air Mixer Control Valve with Orifice Control Knob 120-CB Hose Adapter Low Pressure Hose Regulator with QCC...
  • Page 14 ACCESSORIES Item # Description 301016 30# Propane Cylinder 301017 40# Propane Cylinder 300021 A2FC Folding Leg Cart 301061 A2LB Leg Brace for Folding Leg Cart 301168 VC-46; 46” Green Vinyl Cover for PG-36S...

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting Guide

    8. Inspect each connection and length of hose for any bubbles being produced 9. If bubbles are detected (bubbles indicate gas is escaping), turn off propane tank and call Big John Grills to order replacement parts. Do not go to your local hard- ware store.
  • Page 16 If you are not, please call Big John Grills to purchase a replacement regulator. 1. Check that you are using at least a 30 lb. propane tank as most Big John equipment requires a minimum of a 30# propane tank due to the BTU draw. Use of 20 lb. cylinders is only acceptable for an appliance with a BTU draw of 60,000 BTU’s or less.

  • Page 17: Warranty

    WARRANTY INFORMATION Big John Corporation provides a warranty, to the original purchaser, for all Big John finished units for a period of 1 year from the date of sale. Any unit, or part thereof returned, freight prepaid, to our Sales &...

  • Page 18: Warnings

    If you wish to change your unit from LP to NG or vice versa,  Do not store a liquid propane cylinder not connected for use please call a Big John Customer Service Agent to obtain within the vicinity of this product. instructions.

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