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- Page 1 This Owner's Manual is provided and hosted by Appliance Factory Parts. Brinkmann 8445 Owner's Manual Shop genuine replacement parts for Brinkmann 8445 Find Your Brinkmann Grill Parts - Select From 1001 Models -------- Manual continues below --------...
- Page 2 Southgate Heavy-Duty Natural Gas Grill Gril Résistant de Gaz Naturel OWNER’S MANUAL / NOTICE D’UTILISATION ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INSTRUCTIONS D’ASSEMBLAGE ET D’UTILISATION SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE CONSERVER CETTE NOTICE POUR RÉFÉRENCE WARNING/AVERTISSEMENT NOTICE TO INSTALLER: HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION MAY RESULT IF THESE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS ARE LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS IGNORED.
- Page 3 IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE. THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IS TO ATTRACT YOUR 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.
- Page 4 CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. FOR COVERS, ACCESSORIES AND OTHER PRODUCTS, PLEASE VISIT US ONLINE AT: www.brinkmann.net FOR GRILL WARRANTY REPLACEMENT PARTS, PLEASE VISIT US AT: www.grillpartsonline.com...
- Page 5 GENERAL WARNINGS WARNING • Never use liquid propane gas (LP) in a unit designed for natural gas. • Never use charcoal briquets or lighter fluid in a gas grill. • Leak test all connections before first use, even if grill was purchased fully assembled and after each time the hose is connected to the natural gas supply.
- Page 6 WARNING • 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.
- Page 7 “Leak Testing” in this manual for proper procedures. • Visually inspect the hose assembly prior to each use for evidence of damage, excess wear or deterioration. If found, replace the assembly before using your grill. Only the Brinkmann supplied replacement should be used.
- Page 8 DANGER 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. •...
- Page 9 7. Check each place listed (A -F) for growing bubbles which indicates a leak. 8. Turn OFF gas supply at natural gas supply. 9. Turn on control knobs to release gas pressure in hose. 10. Turn control knobs to OFF position. 11.
- Page 10 WARNING 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. An explosion could occur if grill lid is down. 2. Check that all burner control knobs and the natural gas supply are turned to the OFF position. 3.
- Page 11 LIGHTING THE SIDE BURNER: 1. Open lid before lighting side burner. 2. Make sure control knob is in the "OFF" position. 3. Push and turn side burner control knob to HIGH. 4. Press the electronic igniter and hold for 3-5 seconds to light burner.
- Page 12 WARNING OPERATING THE GRILL: 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. Read and follow all warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual. BREAKING IN YOUR GRILL: •...
- Page 13 ROTISSERIE COOKING: • Your grill was pre-drilled from factory to include mounting holes for a rotisserie. Do not use a rotisserie not specifically manufactured for this grill. • Read and follow all instructions provided with the rotisserie. Save instructions for future reference. •...
- Page 14 • 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.
- Page 15 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE: • Keep the appliance free and clear of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. • Visually check burner flames for proper operation (see pictorial in "Burner Assembly/Maintenance" under Proper Care and Maintenance). Spiders or other insects can nest in the burner causing gas blockage. •...
- Page 16 BURNER ASSEMBLY/MAINTENANCE CONTINUED Note: Follow the "Gas Leak Testing" section of this manual. Relight burners to verify proper operation. 12. Replace heat distribution plates and cooking grills. PROPER BURNER OPERATION COOKING GRILLS • Clean with mild soap detergent and water. A brass bristled brush or a nylon cleaning pad can be used to remove residue from the stainless steel surfaces.
- Page 17 BEFORE STORING YOUR GRILL: • Ensure that the natural gas supply has been turned off. • Clean all surfaces. • Lightly coat the burners with cooking oil to prevent excess rusting. • If storing the grill indoors, disconnect the hose from the natural gas supply. •...
- Page 18 If the fuel line is blocked, replace with a new hose assembly. • If an obstruction is suspected in the hose / orifice or gas valves call Brinkmann Customer Service at 800-527-0717. Question: How and when do I clean the interior cooking components of my grill? Answer: Use a fiber or brass cleaning brush to clean the interior of the grill, cooking grills, heat distribution plates and grease containers.
- Page 19 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Question: What causes grill parts to rust and what effect does it have on the grill materials? Answer: Rusting is a natural oxidation process and may appear on cast-iron and steel parts. Rust will not affect the short-term performance of your grill. However, weathering and extreme heat can cause a stainless steel lid to turn a bronze color.
- Page 20 PARTS BAG CONTENTS Make sure you have all items listed under PARTS LIST and PARTS BAG CONTENTS before you begin the installation process. PARTS BAG CONTAINS: Qty. Screwdriver M6 X 12mm Hex Bolts (Silver) Hex Nut Wrench Spring Washers (Silver) 28 M6 X 12mm Bolts (Black) 20 Star Washers (Black) AA/1.5V Alkaline Battery...
- Page 21 READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR GRILL. WE RECOMMEND TWO PEOPLE WORK TOGETHER WHEN ASSEMBLING THIS UNIT. The following provided tools are required to assemble this Southgate 8445-N Natural Gas Grill: • Screwdriver • Hex Nut Wrench...
- Page 22 FOR COVERS, ACCESSORIES AND OTHER PRODUCTS, PLEASE VISIT US ONLINE AT: www.brinkmann.net FOR GRILL WARRANTY REPLACEMENT PARTS, PLEASE VISIT US AT: www.grillpartsonline.com (Proof of purchase will be required.) Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.
- Page 23 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. Wear protective gloves if necessary. Step 1 Attach cart base to side panels.
- Page 24 Step 3 Attach door bracket to left and right leg of cart using four M6 X 12mm bolts (black) and star washers (black). Front Note: With the help of a friend, turn the cart over. Try to minimize the stress to the side panels. Back Step 4 Attach locking casters to the bottom...
- Page 25 Note: When performing Step 6, lift grill body from front and rear panels to avoid injury to hands and fingers. Step 6 With the help of a friend, place grill body assembly on cart frame. Grill body will rest on angled top of Alignment vertical supports.
- Page 26 Step 8 Attach hooks to side burner towel rack bar. Then attach towel rack bar to side burner assembly using two M6 X 12mm hexagonal bolts (silver) and spring washers (silver). Attach side burner assembly front panel using one M6 X 12mm bolt (black) and two M6 nuts and star washers (black).
- Page 27 Step 10 Attach side burner to right side of cart frame assembly. Insert two M6 X 12mm bolts (black) into both right legs halfway. Place side burner over bolts and slide toward back of grill, then tighten securely. Fasten side burner front panel to grill body with one M6 X 12mm bolt (black).
- Page 28 Step 14 Place the bezel over the control knob mounting stem and position over holes in side burner base and side burner valve assembly. Attach with two M4 X 10mm bolts with washers which come with valve. Install the side burner control knob onto valve stem, then tighten up the burner assembly/bracket screws loosened in Step 12.
- Page 29 Warming Rack Step 17 Place the heat distribution plates on lower level of grill body Cooking Grills assembly directly above burners. Heat Distribution Step 18 Plates Place cooking grills on support ribs directly above heat distribution plates. Step 19 Place the warming rack on the Grooves grooves of the firebox side panels so that it sits above the cooking...
- Page 30 Step 21 Insert grease tray into opening on backside of grill. Make sure to slide tray onto tracks as illustrated. Grease Tray Step 22 Grease Cup Insert grease cup into the grease tray. Make sure to slide cup onto tracks as illustrated.
- Page 31 Southgate 8445-N (Assembled)
- Page 32 The Brinkmann Corporation exige une preuve raisonnable de l’achat. Par conséquent, nous recommandons vivement de conserver le ticket de caisse ou la facture. Pour obtenir des pièces de rechange destinées au gril à gaz Southgate 8445-N aux termes de la présente garantie, bien vouloir appeler le service clientèle au 800-527-0717.
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