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OWNER’S MANUAL Model 1916 28" GRIDDLE AIRFRYER COMBO 5015923 blackstoneproducts.com/support Please reference for the latest version of this manual, and to follow along with assembly videos. North Atlantic Imports LLC | 1073 West 1700 North Logan, UT 84321 | Blackstoneproducts.com...
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Owner’s Manual | Model 1916 D A N G E R D A N G E R D A N G E R Never operate this appliance Do not store or use gaso- • This appliance is for outdoor unattended. line or other flammable use only, and is not to be liquids or vapors in the...
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| Owner’s Manual Model 1916 COOKING TIPS I M P O R TA N T S A F E G U A R D S D A N G E R When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should • The power cord must be always be followed including the following: electrically grounded in accordance with local codes...
Owner’s Manual | Model 1916 TABLE OF CONTENTS It is the consumer’s responsibility to see that the unit is properly assem- bled, installed, and maintained. Failure to follow the instructions in this manual could result in bodily injury and/or property damage. CONTENTS 01.
Register Your Product | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT Registration allows our Customer Service Representatives to quickly provide assistance with your Blackstone product if needed. The North Atlantic Imports LLC 1-Year Warranty covers replacement parts up The North Atlantic Imports LLC 3-Year Warranty covers replacement parts to one year after the date of purchase.
Owner’s Manual | For Your Safety Model 1916 FOR YOUR SAFET Y WA R N I N G NEVER partially cook meat Before proceeding, make certain that you understand the FOR YOUR or poultry to finish cooking SAFETY section of this manual. Hazardous fire or explosion may result if later.
For Your Safety | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 D A N G E R D A N G E R Section 02 When not in use, turn OFF Never place any items within GAS APPLIANCE appliance by rotating the 3-inches of the cooking appliance control knobs to surface while in use.
Owner’s Manual | For Your Safety Model 1916 D A N G E R Section 03 This appliance is not for AIR FRYER SAFET Y frying turkeys. D A N G E R AIR FRYER FOOD • Operating the air fryer can cause the griddle to •...
Recipes | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 RECIPES FOR THE AIR FRYER JAL APEÑO CORNBREAD POPPERS S T E P 0 1 Cook bacon on griddle until done. Once cooled, chop finely and Serves 4 - 6 | 50 min. set aside. Ingredients S T E P 0 2 Wash jalapeños and pat dry.
Owner’s Manual | Assembly Guide Model 1916 ASSEMBLY GUIDE E XPLODED VIEW 1.6b 1.4b 1.8b 1.1b 1.2b 1.1a 1.8a 1.3a 1.3b 1.6a 1.3c 1.4a 1.5a 1.5b 1.2a PARTS PARTS PARTS 1.1a 1.3c 1.5b Griddle top Silicone pad Electric ignitor wire (4 pieces per pack) (3 pieces per set) with 1.1b...
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Assembly Guide | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 ASSEMBLY GUIDE ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST Griddle Hood Hood Control Air fryer Air fryer body (1 piece) handle (1 piece) handle standoffs knobs (3 pieces) drawer handle drawer trivet (2 pieces) (1 piece) (1 piece) Left front Right front Back legs...
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Owner’s Manual | Assembly Guide Model 1916 Hardware pack (1 piece) a. M6x15 screws (40 pieces) b. M5x10 screws (18 pieces) c. M4x10 screws (8 pieces) d. Ni plated M4x10 screws (2 pieces) e. M6 step bolts (8 pieces) f. M5x15 screws (4 pieces) g.
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Assembly Guide | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 WA R N I N G WA R N I N G WA R N I N G The manufacturer has made • Do not mix old and new The manufacturer has made every effort to eliminate any batteries.
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Owner’s Manual | Assembly Guide Model 1916 S T E P 0 3 Use three (3) M6x15 screws to attach the right-front leg to the cart base. S T E P 0 4 Use three (3) M6x15 screws to attach the left-front leg to the cart base.
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Assembly Guide | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 S T E P 0 6 Use three (3) M6x15 screws to attach the back leg to the cart base. S T E P 0 7 Use four (4) M4x10 screws to attach two (2) shelf brackets to the back panel.
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Owner’s Manual | Assembly Guide Model 1916 S T E P 0 9 With the help of another person, place the griddle body on the cart and secure with twelve (12) M6x15 screws from underneath the leg plates. S T E P 1 0 Use four (4) M5x10 screws to attach the gas tank heat shield to the bottom panel of the griddle body.
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Assembly Guide | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 S T E P 12 Use four (4) M5x10 screws to attach the left panel to the left legs. S T E P 13 Use four (4) M4x10 screws to attach two (2) shelf brackets to the right panel.
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Owner’s Manual | Assembly Guide Model 1916 S T E P 15 Install the inner shelf by resting the shelf on the four (4) inner shelf brackets, and inserting the leg into the cart base hole. S T E P 1 6 Use two (2) M6x15 screws to attach one (1) cart door handle to the left cart door.
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Assembly Guide | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 S T E P 1 9 Hang the two (2) condi- ment racks on the preinstalled screws on the right cart door. Use two (2) M4x10 screws to secure the racks. Attach the right cart door to the cart by first ❶ inserting the S T E P 2 0 upper door hinge pin, then ❷...
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Owner’s Manual | Assembly Guide Model 1916 C A U T I O N • Maximum weight on the side shelf is 10 lbs (4.5 kg). • The side shelf may get hot S T E P 2 2 Thread two (2) M6 step bolts into the top holes on the left side while griddle is in use.
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Assembly Guide | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING WA R N I N G Do not leave the hood Visit BLACKSTONEPRODUCTS.COM/SUPPORT for additional closed for more than 10 troubleshooting. minutes while cooking. S T E P 2 5 Hang the grease cup in the slot on the back of the griddle body. Section 01 BAT TERY POWERED IGNITION SYMPTOMS...
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Owner’s Manual | Assembly Guide Model 1916 S T E P 2 7 Attach the air fryer drawer handles by first removing the two small thumb screws from inside the drawer and taking off the air fryer drawer front panel. Next, use four (4) M5x15 screws to attach the drawer handle to the air fryer drawer front panel.
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Care & Maintenance Assembly Guide | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 WA R N I N G NEVER APPLY COLD WATER ACROSS THE WHOLE SURFACE OF A FIRST TIME CLEANING REMOVING RUST S T E P 2 9 With the help of another person, lift the griddle top with hood HOT GRIDDLE AT ONCE.
Owner’s Manual | Fuel | 20 lb. (9 kg) Propane Tank Model 1916 FUEL | 20 LB. (9 KG) D A N G E R PROPANE TANK • NEVER store a spare LPG cylinder under or near the appliance or in an enclosed area.
Fuel | 20 lb. (9 kg) Propane Tank | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 WA R N I N G Section 02 Turn off LPG supply at CONNECTION & REMOVAL cylinder when appliance is not in use. WA R N I N G REGUL ATOR SAFE T Y LPG is highly flammable and If regulator fails in unit, it must be replaced with a Blackstone approved...
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Owner’s Manual | Fuel | 20 lb. (9 kg) Propane Tank Model 1916 D A N G E R Do not insert any tool or foreign objects into the valve outlet or safety relief valve. REMOVING THE LPG TANK FOR TRANSPORT/ The valve may be damaged STORAGE resulting in a leak.
Fuel | 20 lb. (9 kg) Propane Tank | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 WA R N I N G Section 03 If growing bubbles appear LEAK TEST INSTRUCTIONS during leak test, do not use or move the LPG bottle. Immediately contact an LPG supplier or fire department.
Owner’s Manual | Care & Maintenance Model 1916 CARE & MAINTENANCE WA R N I N G When not in use, turn unit Regularly clean your appliance between uses, especially after extended controls and gas source periods of storage. In order to extend the life and condition of unit, OFF.
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Care & Maintenance | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 STORAGE VALVE CHECK • In order to extend and maintain Ensure gas is off at the supply shut the life and condition of your off valve before checking appli- appliance, we strongly ance valves.
Owner’s Manual | Care & Maintenance Model 1916 WA R N I N G Section 02 Ensure that the fuel nozzle CLEANING THE BURNER ASSEMBLY is housed within the burner opening. Unit burners vary, however these instructions apply to all units. Clean burner assembly and check burner for damage.
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Care & Maintenance | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 WA R N I N G A clogged burner tube can lead to a fire beneath the appliance. BURNER MAINTENANCE BURNER FL AME CHECK In most circumstances, burning Always check burner flame residue off...
Owner’s Manual | Care & Maintenance Model 1916 VIDEO TUTORIAL Section 03 GRIDDLE SEASONING INSTRUCTIONS How to Season a New Blackstone Griddle | Blackstone Griddle For best results, we recommended seasoning the griddle before cooking on griddle top. S T E P 0 1 Make sure griddle top is wiped clean of debris.
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Care & Maintenance | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 C A U T I O N Customers in humid or coastal climates may require more frequent WHY DO I NEED TO seasonings and the use of SEASON MY GRIDDLE? heavier cooking oils to avoid Seasoning leaves a hard protective rusting and corrosion.
Owner’s Manual | Care & Maintenance Model 1916 D A N G E R Section 04 DO NOT place flammable CLEANING YOUR GRIDDLE TOP items on side shelves near the griddle. Aerosol Follow these simple cleaning steps to ensure optimal performance and containers are particularly longevity of your Blackstone Griddle.
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Care & Maintenance | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 WA R N I N G NEVER APPLY COLD WATER ACROSS THE WHOLE SURFACE OF A FIRST TIME CLEANING REMOVING RUST HOT GRIDDLE AT ONCE. Blackstone Griddles are pre-treated If rust appears on the griddle surface, This may cause warping.
Owner’s Manual | Care & Maintenance Model 1916 WA R N I N G Section 05 Do not clean the air fryer CLEANING YOUR AIR FRYER unit with a water spray or the like. Your air fryer drawer is dishwasher safe. You will need to remove the handle assembly prior to placing in the dishwasher.
Ignition | Air Fryer | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 IGNITION | AIR FRYER PROPANE AIR FRYER OPERATION For proper ignition and operation of the air fryer follow the steps below. S T E P 0 1 In order for the ignitor button to work properly, ensure that the battery is installed correctly.
Owner’s Manual | Ignition | Battery Powered Model 1916 IGNITION | WA R N I N G BAT TERY POWERED Do not lean over the appli- ance while lighting. WA R N I N G PROPANE BURNER OPERATION If ignition does NOT occur in 5 seconds, turn burner For proper ignition and operation of the appliance follow the steps below.
Troubleshooting | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 TROUBLESHOOTING Visit BLACKSTONEPRODUCTS.COM/SUPPORT for additional troubleshooting. Section 01 BAT TERY POWERED IGNITION SYMPTOMS 01. Burner will not Light with ignition system 02. Pressing the ignitor button does not result in a clicking sound If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn the burner controls off, wait 5 minutes and repeat the lighting procedure.
Owner’s Manual | Troubleshooting Model 1916 Section 02 GAS FLOW SYMPTOMS 01. A flame is coming out of the air gate. POSSIBLE CAUSES SOLUTION 01. Something is blocking the venturi Clean the burner assembly to remove in the burner tube. This is not the obstruction.
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Troubleshooting | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 SYMPTOMS 01. Appliance will not achieve a high heat or heats unevenly. 02. Burner flames start strong, then immediately drop to low even when burner is set to high position. 03. Flame height drops when a second burner is lit. 04.
Owner’s Manual | Recipes Model 1916 RECIPES FOR LUNCH & DINNER OKL AHOMA FRIED ONION BURGER S T E P 0 1 Pre-heat your Blackstone to high heat. Serves 4 | 7 min. Ingredients S T E P 0 2 Make four 2 oz loosely packed meatballs with the ground beef and place on the hot griddle.
Warranty | Owner’s Manual Model 1916 NORTH ATLANTIC IMPORTS LLC NORTH ATLANTIC IMPORTS LLC 3-YEAR WARRANT Y 1-YEAR WARRANT Y North Atlantic Imports, the manufacturer, will warranty for one year from North Atlantic Imports, the manufacturer, will warranty for three years from purchase all parts, workmanship, and finishes.
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