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GAS GRILLS BLZ-3(NG/LP), BLZ-4(NG/LP), BLZ-5(NG/LP)
DANGER
- IF YOU SMELL GAS:
I) Shut off the gas supply to the appliance at its source.
2) Extinguish any open flames.
3) Open grill hood to release any accumulation of gas
vapor.
4) If a gas odor persists, keep away from your
appliance and contact your gas supplier or fire
department immediately.
ATTENTION:
INSTALLER: PLEASE LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH THE CONSUMER.
CONSUMER: PLEASE READ & RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE AND BEFORE
INSTALLING OR OPERATING.
USE & CARE GUIDE
- CONTACT INFORMATION -
Blaze Outdoor Products:
6620 Greenwell Springs Rd, Baton Rouge, LA 70805
Phone: 866-976-9510
CustomerService@BlazeGrills.com
BLAZEGRILLS.COM
Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book
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WARNING
I) Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable
liquids or vapor in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance
2) A LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be
stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliances.

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  • Page 1 USE & CARE GUIDE GAS GRILLS BLZ-3(NG/LP), BLZ-4(NG/LP), BLZ-5(NG/LP) DANGER - IF YOU SMELL GAS: WARNING I) Shut off the gas supply to the appliance at its source. I) Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable 2) Extinguish any open flames.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Outdoor Kitchen Ventilation 23-24 ii. Building BBQ Specifications and Instruction 24-26 iii. Installation Diagrams VII. First Time Operation i. Lighting the Appliance 28-29 ii. Manually Lighting the Appliance 29-30 iii. Flame Adjustment 30-31 Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 2...
  • Page 3 Preheating the Infrared Burner iii. Infrared Burner Cleaning Fuel Conversion i. Gas Regulator 34-35 ii. Main Burner iii. Rear Burner XI. Warranty Registration XII. Grill Parts XIII. Product Serial Number XIV. Blaze Product Registration Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 3...
  • Page 4 THIS MANUAL APPLIES TO THE FOLLOWING BLAZE GRILLS: Model: BLZ-3LP / BLZ-3NG 3 BURNER Model: BLZ-4LP / BLZ-4NG 4 BURNER Cutout Dimensions 23 1/4”W x 21 1/4”D x 8 1/2”H* Cutout Dimensions 30 5/8”W x 21 1/4”D x 8 1/2”H*...
  • Page 5 *Limited Lifetime on valves *1 Year – Ignition components Warranty *Appliances must be registered within 30 days of purchase to validate this warranty. *See warranty section for details. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 5...

  • Page 6: Bbq Specifications

    *These dimensions create the required air gap underneath this appliance. This air gap serves multiple purposes, such as preventing a build-up of heat in the island cavity and helping provide proper airflow for combustions and/or cabinetry. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 6...

  • Page 7: General Safety And Installation Warnings

    General Safety and Installation Warnings Safe operation of the BLAZE GRILL depends upon its proper installation. Only a qualified professional installer and service technician must perform adjustments and service of the grill. Proper location and proper use is essential to insure safe and continued trouble-free operation.
  • Page 8 When using your Blaze appliance, please read and follow these basic precautions: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury, read and follow these basic precautions before installing/operating your appliance. APPLIANCE INSTALLATION This gas appliance must be installed in accordance with all local codes.
  • Page 9 Although an obstructed burner tube is not the only cause of “FLASH- BACK” it is the most common cause, and frequent inspection and cleaning of the burner tubes is necessary. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 9...
  • Page 10 Use cooking utensils with wood handles and insulated oven mitts when operating the appliance.  Do not store anything in the appliance. Make sure food is not forgotten in the appliance; forgotten items  could melt or catch fire when the appliance is turned on. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 10...

  • Page 11: Location Of Appliance

    Please note since hot air rises above the BLAZE GRILL while in operation, covered locations should be avoided. Do not locate the BLAZE GRILL where an overhang or awning may cover it. DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air to this appliance.
  • Page 12 A minimum 6 foot of clearance is required between the countertop and the overhead construction. o When installed under a combustible overhead construction, the area above the Blaze appliance must be covered with a vent hood. The vent hood must provide protection for the combustible overhead construction.

  • Page 13: Electrical Safety And Installation Warnings

    This appliance conforms to all uniform electrical safety codes and electrical grounding regulations. Install unit according to I.A.W. local codes or with National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70 or CSA C22.1 in their absence. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 13...

  • Page 14: Gas Safety And Installation Warnings

    CHECK TO ENSURE THAT THE GAS SUPPLY HOSE DOES NOT COME IN CONTACT WITH ANY • HOT SURFACE, SHARP OR ROUGH EDGES OF THE GRILL OR OUTDOOR KITCHEN CONSTRUCTION. DO NOT KINK THE GAS LINE WHEN INSTALLING. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 14...
  • Page 15 Finding and/or fixing a gas leak is NOT a “DO-IT-YOURSELF” procedure – ONLY USE A PROFESSIONAL. NEVER USE THE GRILL WITHOUT FIRST LEAK TESTING THE GAS CONNECTIONS INCLUDING ALL OF THE VALVES, FITTINGS, LINES ETC. (ALL GAS CONNECTIONS SHOULD BE CHECKED) Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 15...

  • Page 16: Checking For Gas Leaks

    Check to ensure that flexible hoses do not have any cuts and wear that may affect the safety before each use. Only the factory supplied hose and regulator must be used. Use only replacement regulator and hose assemblies specified by BLAZE OUTDOOR PRODUCTS. Checking for Gas Leaks Perform a leak test before each use.
  • Page 17 Ensure the leak test includes all valves, pipe connections, joints, lines and every point from the gas source to the burners. NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME TO CHECK FOR LEAKS. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 17...

  • Page 18: Unpacking Unit

    Your Blaze Series Appliance comes pre-assembled and requires very little setup. We do however; recommend the use of professional help during the installation of your unit as improper installation may affect your warranty.

  • Page 19: Gas Connections

    An installer supplied gas shutoff valve must be installed in an accessible place.  Liquid Propane (LP) Gas and Tank Requirement If your BLAZE Grill is for a Liquid Propane application, a L.P regulator set for 11” WC must be used and is for  use with LP gas only.

  • Page 20: Transporting And Storing Lp Gas

    The LP Gas Cylinder must be in compliance with the specifications for LP‐Gas Cylinders of the US Department of Transportation or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA‐ B339. The basic tank size is 12” in diameter and 18” High with a QCC‐1 cylinder valve. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 20...
  • Page 21 6. To disconnect after you have used the appliance, turn the burner knobs to the OFF position. 7. Close the Cylinder Valve by turning the Hand Wheel counter-clockwise until it stops. 8. Disconnect the regulator from the LP cylinder after use. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 21...

  • Page 22: Installing The Appliance In A Bbq Island

    This can back up the heat behind the control panel potentially creating a gas leak, damage to the product, and injury. A wind block behind the grill may be necessary. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 22...

  • Page 23: Outdoor Kitchen Ventilation

    27), and both the cabinets containing the gas appliances and the gas tank should be ventilated appropriately. If a plenum wall is undesirable, BLAZE offers a Propane tank drawer as an alternative. NG/Natural Gas: Natural gas is lighter than air and will rise to the highest levels of the outdoor kitchen. It is imperative to provide adequate cross ventilation for the areas where gas can accumulate at these higher levels of the island cavity.

  • Page 24: Building Bbq Specifications And Instruction

    Before installing the grill into the island cutout, the main burner cotter pins may be removed for convenience of service, adjustments and maintenance in the future. These are accessible from the outside rear of the grill. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 24...
  • Page 25 Check to make sure the appliance is level and is supported around the entire outside edge. If the appliance i s not level or is unstable, use non-combustible shims under the outside lip to stabilize it. • Perform the leak test procedure as described earlier in this manual. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 25...
  • Page 26 *These dimensions create the required air gap underneath this appliance. This air gap serves multiple purposes, such as preventing a build-up of heat in the island cavity and helping provide proper airflow for combustions and/or cabinetry. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 26...

  • Page 27: Installation Diagrams

    Additional Hood Clearance Installation Diagram Installation Method for Low Pressure Gas (5 Gallon LP tank shown) Source- (Natural Gas Regulator Shown) Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 27...

  • Page 28: First Time Operation

    If the burner does not light on the first try, repeat immediately. (For rear burner, a slower turn of the knob is necessary. This allows gas to accumulate in Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 28...

  • Page 29: Manually Lighting The Appliance

    Wait five minutes until the gas clears before attempting to light it again. If the burner does not light after several attempts, immediately close all gas valves and consult an authorized service technician. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 29...

  • Page 30: Flame Adjustment

    Make sure that all gas connections are securely tightened and have been leak-tested with a soapy water solution - never with a flame! c. With the cooking grids and flame tamers removed, light the main burners and run them on the high setting. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 30...

  • Page 31: Cleaning Your Appliance

    After the first use, it is normal for your appliance to become discolored in certain areas from the heat produced by the burners. A video for cleaning your grill is located on the blaze website to assist with the below instructions, www.blazegrills.com Exterior Cleaning When cleaning your appliance, always scrub and polish in the direction of the stainless steel grain.
  • Page 32 2) The burner does not reach temperature. 3) The burner heats unevenly. 4) The burner makes popping noises. NOTE: Make sure each burner is properly placed after cleaning. It is very important to ensure the end of the Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page | 32...

  • Page 33: Optional Infrared Sear Burner

    Optional Infrared Sear Burner How to Replace Conventional Burner with Infrared Sear Burner (A video for installing the infrared sear burner is located on the blaze website to assist with the below instructions, www.blazegrills.com 1. To install the optional infrared burner, begin by removing the far left cooking grid, flame stabilizing grid and zone divider.

  • Page 34: Fuel Conversion

    Fuel Conversion CAUTION: This should only by performed by a licensed gas professional. A video converting your blaze grill is located on the blaze website to assist with the below instructions, www.blazegrills.com Convertible Gas Regulator (if applicable): Currently all Natural gas grills are supplied with a regulator which is appropriate for use with Natural Gas or Low Pressure Propane.
  • Page 35 Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page |...

  • Page 36: Main Burner

    Rear Burner For the Blaze 4 & 5 Burner, replace the back burner orifice by removing the plate on the rear of the BBQ and carefully removing the fitting. Replace with the provided conversion back burner orifice – large brass fitting (differs from small main burner orifice).

  • Page 37: Warranty Registration

    Warranty Registration If you have purchased a Blaze Series Grill you must register your product within 30 days of purchase to validate the warranty and maintain your original receipt to get parts for the appliance. You may register your appliance at blazegrills.com by selecting Support, and then selecting Register your Product.

  • Page 38: Grill Parts

    Blaze 3 Burner Blaze 4 & 5 Burner Note: Add one burner, one flame tamer, one heat separator and one grid for the Blaze 5 Burner. Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page |...

  • Page 39: Product Serial Number

    Locating the Product Serial Number: The serial number for your BLAZE appliance is located on the left hand outs ide of the Firebox (see picture on page 14.) You will need this number to properly register your appliance and activate coverage. Write this...

  • Page 40: Blaze Product Registration

    Please take a minute to let us know what you bought. This makes sure we keep you up to date and have your info ready if you ever need warranty help! You may register your product electronically on the blaze website vs mailing in the below paperwork, blazegrills.com.

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