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Weber 900 Owner's Manual

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900 Natural
Gas Barbecue
Owner's Manual
®
WARNING: Follow all leak check procedures
carefully in this manual prior to barbecue
operation. Do this even if barbecue was
dealer assembled.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These instructions
must be left with the owner and the owner
should keep them for future use.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity
of this or any other appliance.
Serial Number
Please use this number in registering your warranty and
any correspondence with the factory.
WARNING: Do not try to light this appliance
without reading "Lighting" instructions
section of this manual.
THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR
OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open lid.
4. If odor continues, immediately call your
gas supplier or your fire department.
98654
10/97

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  • Page 1 900 Natural Gas Barbecue Owner’s Manual ® WARNING: Follow all leak check procedures carefully in this manual prior to barbecue operation. Do this even if barbecue was dealer assembled. NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These instructions must be left with the owner and the owner should keep them for future use.

  • Page 2: Warnings

    Improper assembly may be dangerous. Please carefully follow the assembly instructions in this manual. After a period of storage, and/or nonuse, the Weber Gas Barbecue should be checked for gas leaks and burner obstructions before using. See instructions in this manual for correct procedures.

  • Page 3: Warranty & Patents

    Weber-Stephen Products Co. (Weber) hereby warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this Weber Gas Barbecue that it will be free of defects in material and workmanship from the date of purchase as follows: Aluminum Castings, 10 years, Flavorizer Bars, 3 years,...

  • Page 4: Patents And Trademarks

    PATENTS AND TRADEMARKS © 1997 Weber. Weber, , Flavorizer and Crossover are registered U.S. trademarks; Spirit, Gas Catcher , FlameCheck, and Spider Stopper are U.S. trademarks of W eber-Stephen Products Co., 200 East Daniels Road, Palatine, IL 60067-6266. U.S.A. Printed in the U.S.A.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents WARNINGS ... 2 Warranty & Patents... 3-4 General Instructions... 6 Assembly ... 7-20 Operating Instructions Lighting... 21-22 Cooking ... 23 Storage and/or Nonuse ... 23 Cleaning ... 23 Cast Iron Cooking Grates... 24 Troubleshooting & Maintenance Annual Maintenance... 25 General Maintenance...

  • Page 6: General Instructions

    The closed lid and Flavorizer Bars produce that "outdoor" flavor in the food. The Weber Gas Barbecue is portable so you can easily change its location in your yard or on your patio. Portability means you can take your Weber Gas Barbecue with you if you move.

  • Page 7: Assembly

    Assembly Tools needed Hammer 7/16 and 3/4 inch open-end or an adjustable wrench Pliers Block of wood Phillips screwdriver Supplies needed You will need a soap and water solution to check for gas leaks. (See Step "Check for gas leaks.") Note - The hardware size of nuts, bolts and screws is given.
  • Page 8 Left frame Right frame Wheel frame Leg frame Frame connector Work table Swing table assembly Support rod Accessory racks (2) Warming rack Front panel Catch pan holder Catch pan Drip pans (2) Thermometer Wheels (2)
  • Page 9 Check contents of hardware packs Burner control knobs (3) Tool holders (3) Tubing plugs (7) (two are spares) Support rod holder Swing table end bracket Manifold bracket Hinge pins (2) (hardware size: 1/4 x 1 1/2 inch clevis pin) (actual size) 1/4-20 x 2 inch bolt (actual size) 1/4-20 x 1 3/4 inch bolts (2)

  • Page 10: Step 2 Assemble Wheel Frame

    Set one end of wheel frame on the block of wood (or other hard, protected surface). Put one wheel on axle, WEBER side facing up, and tap on one hubcap. Figure 1. Repeat with other wheel and hubcap.

  • Page 11: Step 4 Continue Frame Assembly

    Step 4 Continue frame assembly You will need: leg frame, wheel frame, four 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts, four nylon washers and a 7/16 inch wrench. Place the leg frame onto the tabs of the left frame with the dimple to the inside. Figure 3. Place the wheel frame onto the tabs of the right frame with the dimple to the inside.
  • Page 12 Figure 7. Add the keps nut. Tighten by holding the bolt with pliers while you tighten the nut with a wrench. Figure 7 Your Weber Gas Barbecue burner assembly has been factory assembled, pressure and flame tested. As a safety precaution we recommend you check the burner alignment: a) Do the valves fit into the ends of the burners? Figure 8 (a).
  • Page 13 Step 8 Install manifold bracket You will need: manifold bracket Hook the bracket onto the manifold at the center burner valve. Figure 9. Place your hand underneath the bracket. Lift the manifold, bracket and cooking box slightly and hook the tab of the bracket onto the frame brace. Frame brace Figure 9 Step 9...

  • Page 14: Test Connections

    Typical natural gas supply installation. Figure 11. Inside wall Outside wall To barbecue Quick disconnect Male fitting Figure 11 Install gas supply (continued) Pipe compound should be used which is resistant to the action of natural gas when connections are made. The outdoor connector must be firmly attached to rigid, permanent construction.

  • Page 15: Step 11 Install Igniter

    Step 11 Install igniter Note - The igniter wires are already attached to the Gas Catcher Ignition Chamber and the igniter. This was done to factory test the ignition system. The igniter lock nut is on the igniter. Insert the top of the igniter up through the large part of the keyhole in the frame brace.

  • Page 16: Step 14 Check For Gas Leaks

    Note - All factory made connections have been thoroughly checked for gas leaks. The burners have been flame tested. As a safety precaution you should recheck all fittings for leaks before using your Weber Gas Barbecue. Shipping and handling may have loosened or damaged a gas fitting.

  • Page 17: Step 15 Install Flavorizer Bars And Cooking Grates

    Step 15 Install Flavorizer Bars and Cooking Grates You will need: five Flavorizer Bars and two cooking grates. Set the Flavorizer Bars side to side in the cooking box. Figure 17. Figure 17 Set the cooking grates onto the ledges in the cooking box. Figure 18.

  • Page 18: Control Knobs

    Step 17 Install Lid You will need: lid, two hinge pins and two hair pin cotters. Set the lid in place. Align the hinges at the rear of the barbecue. Insert hinge pins from the outside. Insert hair pin cotters into the small holes in the hinge pins. Figure 22. Hair pin cotter Hinge pin Figure 22...
  • Page 19 Step 22 Install swing table You will need: swing table assembly, support rod, support rod holder and swing table end bracket. Allow the slide bar to hang down. Push the support rod into the lower support bracket. Figure 24 (a). Swing the rod up so you can slide the rod all the way inside the locking tab.
  • Page 20 Step 20 Complete accessory installation You will need: work table, two accessory racks, warming rack, three tubing plugs and thermometer. Set one accessory rack across the bottom braces in front of the frame connector. Figure 26 (a). Set the second accessory rack across the bottom braces behind the frame connector.

  • Page 21: Operating Instructions

    If the hose is found to be damaged in any way, do not use the barbecue. Replace using only Weber authorized replacement hose. Order from Weber- Stephen Products Co., Customer Service Center or authorized dealer.

  • Page 22: Manual Lighting

    Manual Lighting DANGER Failure to open lid while igniting the barbecue, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the barbecue does not light, may result in an explosive flame- up which can cause serious bodily injury or death.

  • Page 23: Cooking

    You can adjust the FRONT, CENTER and BACK burners as desired. The control settings High (H), Medium (M), Low (L), or Off (O) are described in your Weber cookbook. The cookbook uses these notations to describe the settings of the FRONT, CENTER, and BACK burners. For example, to sear steaks you would use (HHH) (all burners at high).

  • Page 24: Cast Iron Cooking Grates

    Cast Iron Cooking Grates WARNING: Follow all safety instructions provided with your barbecue. Do not drop cast iron grates, they will break. Prior to storing, grease very lightly with solid vegetable shortening or vegetable cooking spray, then wipe dry with a paper towel. Store in a dry place. First Time Use - Wash thoroughly with a mild dishwashing liquid to remove the wax coating used for protection in shipping.

  • Page 25: Annual Maintenance

    When leak checks are complete, turn gas supply OFF at the source and rinse connections with water. Figure 3 Inspection and Cleaning of the Weber Spider Stopper Guards To inspect the Spider Stopper Guards, remove the control panel and look to see if they have dust or dirt on their outside surfaces.

  • Page 26: General Maintenance

    General Maintenance Weber Spider Stopper Guards Your Weber Gas Barbecue, as well as any outdoor gas appliance, is a target for spiders and other insects. They can nest in the venturi section of the burner tubes. This blocks the normal gas flow, and can cause the gas to flow back out of the air shutter.
  • Page 27 Figure 14. CAUTION: If the Spider Stopper Guards do not fit tightly, contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service. WARNING: After reinstalling the gas lines, they should be leak checked with a soap and water solution before using the barbecue.

  • Page 28: Crossover Ignition System Operations

    (button) down, and returns to the up position. Check to see if the igniter is loose in the frame. Tighten if necessary; see Step “Install igniter” for correct procedure. If the Crossover Ignition System still fails to light, contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    HIGH. Flames do not run the whole length of the burner tube. Inside of lid appears to be “peeling.” (Resembles paint peeling.) If problem cannot be corrected by using these methods, please contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service. Check Inspect Weber Spider Stopper Guards for possible obstructions.
  • Page 30 11-12 21 22 23 24 46-48...

  • Page 31: Parts Listing

    While we give much attention to our products, unfortunately an occasional error may occur. If a part is missing, do not go back to the store. Call the Weber Customer Service Center toll free 1-800-446-1071 to receive immediate assistance. Have your owner’s manual and serial number of the barbecue available for reference.
  • Page 32 INAL hank you for choosing a Weber Barbecue. Our family here at Weber has worked hard to produce the highest quality products for your satisfaction. While we give much attention to our products, an occasional error may occur. Our knowledgeable Customer Service staff is prepared to help you with any problems with parts or assembly.

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