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Elite Series 4445 Gas Outdoor Grill OWNER’S MANUAL ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE WARNING NOTICE TO INSTALLER: HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION MAY RESULT IF THESE WARNINGS AND LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED. READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND...
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE. THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE HAZARDS AS YOU ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL. WHEN YOU SEE THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION WHICH FOLLOWS! READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
Never use natural gas in a unit designed for liquid propane gas. • Never use charcoal or wood briquets in a gas grill. Flavoring chips must be contained in a metal smoking box to contain ash and prevent fires. •...
• FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT operate indoors or in an enclosed area such as a garage, shed or breezeway. • Use your grill OUTDOORS in a well ventilated space away from dwellings or other buildings to prevent dangers associated with gas accumulation and toxic vapors. We recommend your grill be situated at least 10 feet (3.1 m) from buildings.
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CYLINDER SPECIFICATIONS: When purchasing or exchanging a cylinder for your gas grill, it 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 Transportation of Dangerous Goods;...
FILLING THE LP GAS CYLINDER: • Allow only qualified LP gas dealers to properly fill or repair your LP gas cylinder. • New tanks should be purged prior to filling; inform LP gas dealer if you are using a new tank. •...
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Never use your grill without leak testing all gas connections and hoses. See the section on "Leak Testing" in this manual for proper procedures. The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with your gas grill must be used. • DO NOT attempt to connect it to any other fuel supply source such as a natural gas line.
LEAK TESTING: To prevent fire or explosion hazard: • DO NOT smoke or permit ignition sources in the area while conducting a leak test. • Perform test OUTDOORS only in a well ventilated area. • Never perform a leak test with a match or open flame. •...
6. Check each place listed (A– K) for growing bubbles which indicates a leak. 7. Turn off gas supply at cylinder valve. 8. Turn on control knobs to release gas pressure in hose. 9. Turn control knobs to "OFF" position. 10.
Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions contained in this manual. DO NOT skip any of the warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual. LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Follow the instructions exactly. 1. OPEN THE GRILL LID before attempting to light a burner so that fumes do not accumulate inside the grill.
LIGHTING THE ROTISSERIE BURNER: 1. Open grill hood before lighting rotisserie burner. 2. Make sure control knob is in the "OFF" position. 3. Push and turn the control knob of that burner to the "HIGH" position. Continue to push in control knob while pressing electronic igniter for 3 –...
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MATCH LIGHTING THE SIDE BURNER: 1. Open the lid to the side burner before lighting. 2. Make sure control knob is in the "OFF" position. 3. Strike and carefully place a match approximately 1/2" (1 to 2 cm) from the burner. 4.
• Flare-ups are a part of cooking meats on a gas grill. This adds to the unique flavor of cooking on a gas grill. Excessive flare-ups can over-cook your food and cause a dangerous situation for you and your grill.
ROTISSERIE COOKING: • This grill has pre-drilled mounting holes for a rotisserie (sold separately). Do not use a rotisserie not specifically manufactured for this grill. • Read and follow all warnings and instructions in the owner’s manual provided with the rotisserie. Save instructions for future reference.
• To protect your grill from excessive rust, the unit must be kept clean and covered at all times when not in use. A grill cover may be ordered directly from Brinkmann by calling 800-468-5252 or 800-527-0717. • Wash cooking grills and heat distribution plates with hot, soapy water, rinse well and dry. Lightly coat cooking grill with vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE: • Keep the appliance free and clear of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. • Keep the ventilation openings of the cylinder enclosure free and clear of debris. • Visually check burner flames for proper operation (see pictorial in "Burner Assembly/Maintenance" under Proper Care and Maintenance).
These nests can cause fires in burner tubes or under grill. • If storing the grill outdoors, cover the grill with a grill cover for protection from the weather. A grill cover may be ordered directly from Brinkmann by calling 800-468-5252 or 800-527-0717. WARNING...
TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem: • Burner will not light • Fire at control knob • Yellow Flames at burner • Flame blows out on "LOW" • Burner does not get hot enough • Grill is Too Hot Possible Causes: 1. Check LP cylinder fuel level. 2.
If the fuel line is blocked, replace with a new hose / regulator assembly. • If an obstruction is suspected in the hose / regulator assembly, orifice or gas valves call Brinkmann Customer Service at 800-527-0717. Question: Why does my LP gas grill have a low flame or a flame with orange / yellow color? Answer: You need to purge air from the gas line or reset the regulator's flow limiting device.
Regulator Resetting Procedure under Connecting LP Cylinder and Hose/Regulator to Grill. This procedure should be done every time a new LP gas tank is connected to your grill. For help, refer to your owner’s manual or call Brinkmann Customer Service at 800-527-0717.
Side Burner Assembly Ice Bucket Insulation Tool Drawer Door Bracket Ice Bucket Outer Shell ™ 4445 Stainless Steel Gas Retaining Nut Left Side Table Front Panel Left Side Cart Panel Electronic Igniter Button Electronic Igniter Spring Right Side Cart Panel...
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FOR MISSING PARTS, PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 800-527-0717. (Proof of purchase will be required.) Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.
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PARTS BAG CONTENTS Make sure you have all items listed under PARTS LIST and PARTS BAG CONTENTS before you begin the installation process. Your Parts Bag will include: Qty. 12 M6 X 50mm Bolts 22 M6 X 15mm Bolts 12 M4 X 10mm Bolts M4 X 40mm Bolts M6 X 50mm Bolts M4 X 40mm Bolts...
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Door Hinge Pin Holes Locking Caster Hex Nut Wrench Choose a good, cleared assembly area and get a friend to help you put your grill together. Lay cardboard down to protect grill finish and assembly area. CAUTION: Some parts may contain sharp edges.
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NOTE: With the help of a friend, turn the cart to its upright position. Step 4 Place tank tray assembly over vent holes in bottom cart panel and secure using four M6 X 15mm bolts. Tank tray should slide in and out of cart freely.
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Note: When performing Step 7, Lift grill body from front and rear panels to avoid injury to hands and fingers. Step 7 With the help of a friend, place grill body assembly on cart frame. Grill body will rest on the side bars of cart frame assembly.
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Step 9 Attach right side door bracket to right front cart panel using two M4 X 10mm bolts. The right side door bracket is stamped with an 'R.' Step 10 Attach left side door bracket to left front cart panel using two M4 X 10mm bolts.
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Spring Pin Hinge Pin Step 13 Attach the door handles using two M4 X 40mm bolts. Step 14 Insert hinge pin in bottom of right side door into hole at the bottom right front cart leg then align door with right side door bracket. Depress spring pin located on top edge of door and slide door toward right side door bracket until spring...
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Step 16 Attach side table front panel to side table with three M6 X 15mm bolts with star washers. Step 17 Attach side burner front panel to side burner with three M6 X 15 bolts with star washers. Step 18 Attach side table to left side of grill body.
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Tool Drawer Step 19 Attach side burner assembly to right side of grill body. Insert four M6 X 15mm bolts halfway to the right side grill body panel. Place side burner assembly over bolts and slide down, then tighten securely. Fasten side burner front panel to grill body with one M4 X 10mm bolt.
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Step 21 Remove two bolts and washers from the side burner valve. Insert the side burner valve assembly through the hole in the side burner table base, then firmly seat the valve nozzle into the burner venturi. Hold in place while you perform Step 22.
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Grease Tray Stopper Drain Rubber Gasket Stainless Steel Ice Bucket Side Table/Ice Bucket Assembly Ice Bucket Insulation Rubber Gasket Retaining Nut Step 25 Insert grease tray into opening on backside of grill. Make sure to slide tray onto tracks as illustrated. Step 26 Slide grease cup into grease cup bracket located under grill bottom...
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Step 29 Place the heat distribution plates on lower level of grill body assembly directly above burners. Step 30 Place cooking grills on support ribs directly above heat distribution plates. Step 31 Place warming rack on grooves so that it sits above the cooking grills. Step 32 Remove igniter cap and insert battery with positive end of battery...
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• This warranty does not cover surface scratches, rust or heat damage to the finish, which is considered normal wear. • The Brinkmann Corporation may elect to repair or replace damaged units covered by the terms of this warranty. • This warranty extends to the original purchaser only and is not transferable or assignable to subsequent purchasers.