Vermont Castings VANGUARD XE User Manual

Vermont Castings VANGUARD XE User Manual

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VERMONT CASTINGS VANGUARD
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VERMONT CASTINGS VANGUARD XE
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USER MANUAL
REGISTER YOUR NEW GRILL AT
WWW.VERMONTCASTINGSBBQ.COM
LAST UPDATE: JAN 09, 2019
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  • Page 1 VERMONT CASTINGS VANGUARD VERMONT CASTINGS VANGUARD XE USER MANUAL REGISTER YOUR NEW GRILL AT WWW.VERMONTCASTINGSBBQ.COM LAST UPDATE: JAN 09, 2019 VC_manual_EN_Jan9.indd 1 2019-01-09 10:06 AM...
  • Page 2: Welcome

    Vermont Castings continues the promise of unwavering quality and purposeful design. Vermont Castings barbecues do more than just grill. They let you create enduring connections around food and flame. CONTACT US: 1-844-586-4660 PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL WITH YOUR WWW.VERMONTCASTINGSBBQ.COM...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    GETTING STARTED Make sure you know and understand the basics of safe use and installation. WELCOME FEATURES NEED TO KNOW SAFETY 5–6 INSTALLATION 7–13 GRILLING LIKE A PRO Every barbecue is different. Get our advice on best practices for operating your barbecue so you can always perform at your very best.
  • Page 4: Features

    THE VC PROMISE Thoughtfully designed and constructed, the VC Grilling Promise is our commitment to delivering an exceptional grilling experience, every time. BUILT TO LAST DURA-Structure Construction provides an exterior structure that stands up to extreme conditions. 1. Robust Steel Frame. 2.
  • Page 5: Need To Know Safety

    NEED TO KNOW SAFETY FOR YOUR FAMILY’S SAFETY, PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING: READ and UNDERSTAND the owner’s manual and safety instructions. DO NOT position or operate barbecue under overhang or unprotected construction, against a wall, near aluminum siding, windows, or fencing. CHECK that the regulator is correctly centred to the LP tank valve.
  • Page 6 NEED TO KNOW SAFETY GRILL SAFETY CHECKLIST DO's AND DON'T's CHOOSING A LOCATION DO set up the barbecue outdoors, DON'T use in enclosed spaces such as in a well-ventilated area. carport, garage, porch or covered patio. DON'T place barbecue against a wall or DO position your barbecue on a other solid structure.
  • Page 7: Installation

    INSTALLATION IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT LP GAS & REGULATOR CONNECTIONS WHAT IS LIQUID PETROLEUM (LP) GAS? Liquefied petroleum gas, also called LP gas, liquid propane or propane is non toxic, odourless, and colourless when produced. For your safety, LP gas has been given an odour (similar to rotten cabbage) so that it can be detected. LP gas is highly flammable and may ignite unexpectedly when mixed with air.
  • Page 8: Safety Features

    HAND WHEEL SAFETY FEATURES All Vermont Castings™ barbecues are designed to be used with an LP gas cylinder equipped with the new QCC-1 Quick Closing Coupling system, which includes the following safety features required by the Canadian Standards Steering Committee and the American National Standards Institute(ANSI): •...
  • Page 9 INSTALLATION REGULATOR AND LP CYLINDER INSTALLATION THIS BARBECUE COMES EQUIPPED WITH AN EASY ACCESS, EXTERIOR CYLINDER MOUNT, LOCATED UNDER THE RIGHT-SIDE SHELF TABLE. 1. Check that all burner control knobs are in the "OFF" position, by pushing in and turning knobs clockwise. 2.
  • Page 10: Before You Begin

    If the leak is at the regulator or manifold connections (see image C), turn cylinder shut-off valve clockwise to the "CLOSED" position. Re-tighten connections and repeat steps 1 and 2. c. If leaks cannot be stopped do not try to repair. Call for replacement parts. Order new parts by contacting Vermont Castings™ Customer Care 1-844-586-4660.
  • Page 11 INSTALLATION REGULATOR FLOW LIMITING DEVICE ACTIVATED (PROPANE MODELS) If you are experiencing any of the following performance issues, you may have activated the flow limiting feature in your regulator: • Burners not getting hot enough. • Low or incomplete burner flames. •...
  • Page 12: Natural Gas Requirements

    INSTALLATION STORAGE & HANDLING LP CYLINDER WARNINGS: • ALTHOUGH YOUR LIQUID PROPANE CYLINDER MAY APPEAR TO BE EMPTY, GAS MAY STILL BE PRESENT, AND THE CYLINDER SHOULD BE TRANSPORTED AND STORED ACCORDINGLY, WITH THE SHUT-OFF VALVE IN THE "CLOSED" POSITION. •...
  • Page 13 INSTALLATION NATURAL GAS REQUIREMENTS For your convenience all Vermont Castings™ Models include the Convertible Valve System™, which makes converting your barbecue from Propane to Natural Gas simple. NOTE: YOU WILL NEED A CONVERTIBLE VALVE SYSTEM KIT–Sold Separately (Model 85-2261-4). NATURAL GAS BURNER FLAME CHECK The burner flame pattern is the key indicator of proper or improper function within the cook system.
  • Page 14: Operation-Lighting Instructions

    GET ACQUAINTED OPERATION - LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHT IT WITH THE IGNITION SYSTEM Each burner is equipped with its own control knob and ignites independently. Ignite the burners from Left to Right. 1. Open the lid. 2. Check that all burner control knobs are in the “OFF”...
  • Page 15 OPERATION LIGHTING THE BARBECUE LIGHTING WITH A MATCH OR BARBECUE LIGHTER 1. Open the lid. 2. Check that all burner control knobs are in the “OFF” position by pushing in and turning all knobs clockwise. 3. SLOWLY, turn the LP cylinder shut-off valve counterclockwise. Wait 30 seconds for pressure to stabilize.
  • Page 16 OPERATION LIGHTING THE BARBECUE LIGHTING THE SIDE BURNER (IF APPLICABLE) 1. Open the side burner lid. 2. Check that the side burner control knob is turned “OFF”. 3. Slowly, turn the LP cylinder shut-off valve counterclockwise to open. Wait for pressure to stabilize. 4.
  • Page 17: Resolving Ignition Issues

    RESOLVING IGNITION ISSUES RESOLVING IGNITION ISSUES QUICK CHECK: Press the ignition button located on the right side of the control panel (see image A). You should hear a continuous clicking sound when the button is pressed. If you hear no sound, 1) replace the battery (Positive end outwards) (see image B), 2) check that all wires are firmly pushed in (see image C).
  • Page 18 RESOLVING IGNITION ISSUES RESOLVING IGNITION ISSUES BLOCKED BURNER VENTURI Blockages in the burner venturi caused by spiders, insects and nests can cause a FLASHBACK FIRE. A flashback fire occurs when a blockage in the venturi tubes caused by spiders, insects and nests blocks the flow of gas, forcing it back towards the control panel and control knob.
  • Page 19: Tips And Best Practices

    TIPS AND BEST PRACTICES GRILLING TIPS FOOD PREPARATION • Avoid cross-contamination when preparing food. Always use separate plates and utensils for the handling of raw food. Never place raw food and cooked food on the same plate, and never place cooked food on a plate that was used for handling raw food. Always carefully wash all plates and utensils used to handle raw food before using them to handle cooked food.
  • Page 20 TIPS AND BEST PRACTICES GRILLING TIPS USING YOUR SIDE BURNER (IF APPLICABLE) • Your side burner will boil, sauté, stir fry and warm with ease. • For best results preheat your side burner for 10-15 minutes on “HIGH ( )”. •...
  • Page 21: Grilling Guide

    GRILLING GUIDE TEMPERATURE TIPS WARNING TO ENSURE THAT IT IS SAFE TO EAT, FOOD MUST BE COOKED TO THE MINIMUM INTERNAL TEMPERATURES LISTED IN THE TABLE BELOW. AAFC* SAFE MINIMUM INTERNAL TEMPERATURES Fish 145° F (63° C) Pork 160° F (71° C) Egg Dishes 160°...
  • Page 22: Direct And Indirect Cooking

    DIRECT & INDIRECT COOKING DIRECT COOKING This is the most popular cooking method and involves cooking food directly over a lit burner. Foods cooked using this method will include steaks, burgers, chops, and vegetables (see image A). 3 BURNER MODEL 2 BURNER MODEL HIGH HIGH...
  • Page 23: Taking Care Of Your Barbecue

    CLEANING YOUR BARBECUE CLEANING THE HEAT PLATES 1. Remove heat plates. 2. Holding your heat plate over a large garbage receptacle, use a plastic paint scraper or a grill brush to remove debris (see image A). IF A MORE THOROUGH CLEANING IS REQUIRED: 3.
  • Page 24 The grease collection system consists of 3 parts: Front access grease drawer, a removable grease pan, and a replaceable liner (Replacement liners are available for purchase at a local Vermont Castings™ Dealer (Model # 085-2169). These components were designed to be quickly...
  • Page 25 CLEANING YOUR BARBECUE CLEANING THE INSIDE OF THE LID Over time you may notice “paint-like” peeling on the inside of the barbecue lid. During use grease and smoke vapours turn into carbon deposits, which eventually begin to peel. These deposits are non toxic but should be cleaned off to avoid flakes falling onto food.
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION Smell of gas. Cylinder, hose, regulator or manifold Shut off LP tank valve immediately. connections loose. Perform a leak test and safety check (See page 10). Burners do not ignite. The "Flow Limiting Device" feature in your regulator Reset The "Flow Limiting Device"...
  • Page 27 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION Excessive heat, Flare-ups, Excessive grease build-up on key parts. Thoroughly clean interior cooking or Grease Fire. system (See page 23-25). Cooking on “HIGH” setting, without adjusting Following preheat, always adjust temperature control. control knobs to lower temperatures. Excessive grease build-up in grease collection tray Thoroughly clean grease collection and grease cup.
  • Page 28: Warning

    WARNING HOT SURFACES WARNING: EXTERIOR SURFACES WILL BECOME VERY HOT. TO PREVENT BURNS, ALWAYS WEAR INSULATED PROTECTIVE BARBECUE MITTS WHEN WORKING AT THE BARBECUE. • KEEP AWAY FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. • KEEP CHILDREN AND PETS AWAY FROM THIS GAS-FIRED BARBECUE. •...
  • Page 29: Service

    3. Proof of purchase by the original owner. IF YOUR PRODUCT IS DAMAGED Do not return to the store for replacement of damaged or defective parts. Vermont Castings™ Customer Care will ensure that all in-stock replacement parts arrive at your home within 3-10 business days.
  • Page 30: Warranty

    • If you live in a coastal area, or you have your product located near a pool, maintenance includes regular washing and rinsing of the exterior surfaces as outlined in the owner’s manual. • To submit a warranty claim or receive support for your product, please call the Vermont Castings™ customer care hotline (1-844-586-4660) or visit us online (VermontCastingsBBQ.com/En/Warranty).
  • Page 31 • We reserve the right to have our representative inspect any product or part prior to honouring any warranty claim. The manufacturer may ask you to send parts, or images for inspection. To submit a warranty claim or receive support for your product, please call the Vermont Castings™ customer care hotline: 1-844-586-4660 or visit us online (VermontCastingsBBQ.com/En/Warranty).
  • Page 32 CONTACT US: 1-844-586-4660 WWW.VERMONTCASTINGSBBQ.COM VC_manual_EN_Jan9.indd 32 2019-01-09 10:06 AM...

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