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Warnings Notices Notice to Customer DANGER PRIOR TO OPERATING THIS APPLIANCE, READ THIS If you smell gas: MANUAL FULLY AND CAREFULLY. RETAIN THIS 1. Shut off gas to the appliance. MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND HAVE AVAILABLE AT ALL TIMES. ENSURE THAT ALL 2.
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Lifetime Limited Warranty EXPRESS WARRANTIES Thermal Engineering Corporation (TEC) warrants this, TEC Cherokee Portable Gas Grill to be free ® of defects in material and workmanship when subjected to normal domestic use and service from the date of purchase as follows: LIFETIME The entire stainless steel outer structure is warranted indefinitely.
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Dear TEC Cherokee Owner: ® Congratulations on selecting a TEC Cherokee Portable Gas Grill. You’re among a select group who ® truly appreciate fine cooking and demand the best. I know you’ll be pleased with the Cherokee’s performance. Over the years, we’ve invested great resources in developing high quality gas grills that are truly unique —...
Contents Location General Overview Location ............4 General Overview Proper location and use is essential to insuring safe and Location of Cherokee continued trouble-free operation. Any alterations made Gas Connection ...........5 to the appliance without prior written consent from General Overview Thermal Engineering Corporation will void the product's LP Gas Cylinder Safety warranty.
Location Gas Connection continued General Overview COMBUSTIBLE AND NON-COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION WARNING: WHEN PURCHASED FOR USE WITH Sides 8” PROPANE GAS, THE CHEROKEE GRILL COMES WITH A REGULATOR ASSEMBLY THAT USES TYPE I Back 8” CYLINDER CONNECTION DEVICE FOR USE WITH A 5-20 LB.
Gas Connection continued TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS; AND will feel the Coupling Nipple seal when there is COMMISSION, SHOULD BE USED. ALL APPROVED slight resistance (See Figure 1). Turn about one-half CYLINDERS MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH AN INTEGRAL to three-quarters further to complete the COLLAR DESIGNED TO PROTECT THE CYLINDER connection.
Gas Connection continued to cross-thread the connection. SUPPORTING THE APPLIANCE. WHEN PROPERLY INSTALLED, THE CYLINDER SHOULD REST AT AN 9. To disconnect after use, ensure that the Burner Output APPROXIMATE ANGLE OF 45 FROM AN UPRIGHT Knob is in the OFF position, close the Cylinder POSITION (SEE FIGURE 4) OR A FULLY UPRIGHT POSITION (SEE FIGURE 3).
Gas Connection continued 4. Remove the protective cover from the 16.4 oz. disposable supply cylinder (save the protective cover Quick Disconnect Instructions in order to place it on the cylinder after use). Procedure 5. Inspect the 16.4 oz. disposable LP-gas supply cylinder (especially the threaded connection) for damage, dirt 1.
Operation General Overview until ignition occurs. 7. Rotate Burner Output Knob to desired cooking WARNING: NEVER ATTEMPT TO USE THIS OR ANY level. OTHER GAS APPLIANCE WHEN YOU SMELL GAS. DO NOT LEAVE THIS APPLIANCE UNATTENDED. KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS AWAY FROM THE APPLIANCE FERME AT ALL TIMES.
Operation continued Extinguishing Burner Flame should ONLY be made with the Burner Output Knob at the Burner LOW setting while visually monitoring Procedure changes (See Figure 9). 1. Depress and rotate Burner Output Knob to OFF. Procedure 2. Close the Valve on the gas supply cylinder. 1.
Infra-red Cooking continued Sample Cooking Methods Use this chart as a cooking guide. Cooking times may vary, depending on thickness of food. FOOD CONTROL SETTING TOTAL COOKING TIME Steak 1" Thick High fire 2 min. each side 4 min. - Rare High fire 2 min.
Cleaning and Maintenance General Overview Also, never cover the ventilation louvers with foil or other materials that prevent air flow. Specifically: Proper care, maintenance and cleaning will help ensure Do not cover the entire surface with foil, a large pan, long life of your grill.
Cleaning and Maintenance continued Cleaning and Storage Maintenance CAUTION: The Cherokee requires very little maintenance. However, ALWAYS ALLOW THE GRILL TO COOL BEFORE CLEANING. DO NOT ALLOW WATER TO MAKE a periodic inspection of orifice openings and venturi CONTACT WITH THE BURNER SURFACE, AT ANY TIME. inlets to clear obstructions to gas flow is recommended.
Appendix B: Accessories Deep Fryer/Steamer the ceramic Burner glows orange. 5. Let the Burner stay on HIGH for 4 to 8 minutes to The Deep Fryer lets you cook foods that have been properly heat cooking oil or water. We suggest you traditionally limited to indoor cooking.
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Appendix B: Accessories continued Steamer The Steamer is great for steaming vegetables like broccoli, new potatoes, carrots or cauliflower. It’s also ideal for seafood such as shrimp, clams and oysters. The Steamer is used together with the Deep Fryer. CAUTION: STEAM CAN CAUSE SERIOUS BURNS.
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Appendix B: Accessories continued Griddle The Griddle provides a surface for you to use your grill for pan frying foods such as bacon, eggs, sausage, french toast and pancakes, and also for blackening fish and meats. After each use, the Griddle should be thoroughly washed with warm soap and water, dried and rubbed with cooking oil to season the griddle, prior to storing.
Appendix C: Replacement Parts Contact your Authorized TEC Dealer regarding information on replacement parts and accessories. Following is a list of replacement parts and accessories. ORDER NO. DESCRIPTION CHBA ............Burner Assembly (less screen) STBP ..............Burner Head CHBS..............Burner Screen CHBCVL ............Gas Valve, Burner, Propane STBK ..............Knob, Burner STIK..............Knob, Igniter CHCG ............Cooking Grid...
Appendix D: Troubleshooting PROBLEM REMEDY PROBABLE CAUSE Burner output at HIGH Check gas level in LP gas cylinder, if applicable. Lack of gas setting is too low. (Rumbling b. Reposition regulator hose, as necessary. b. Kinked regulator hose. noise and fluttering blue flame Adjust regulator, as necessary.
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