Grilling Methods - Weber Summit S-460-NG Owner's Manual

OPERATING
The natural gas supply is easy to use and gives you more cooking control than charcoal
fuel.
o These instructions will give you the minimum requirements for assembling your
Weber ¢ gas barbecue. Please read the instructions carefully before using your
Weber ¢ gas barbecue. Improper assembly can be dangerous.
Not for use by children.
If there are local codes that apply to portable gas grills, you will have to conform to
them. Installation must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes,
with either the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natural Gas and
Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1, or Propane Storage and Handling Code,
B149.2 as applicable.
This Weber _ gas barbecue is designed for natural (piped in city) gas only. Do not
use liquid propane (LP) bottled gas. The valves, orifices and hose are for natural
gas only.
Do not use with charcoal fuel.
Check that the area under the control panel and the bottom tray are free from
debris that might obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air.
STORAGE
The gas must be turned off at the natural gas supply when the Weber ¢ gas
barbecue is not in use.
When the Weber _ gas barbecue is stored indoors, the gas supply must be
disconnected.
The Weber ¢ gas barbecue should be checked for gas leaks and any obstructions
in the burner tubes before using. (See Section: "Maintenance/Annual
Maintenance").
Check that the areas under the control panel and the slide out bottom tray are free
from debris that might obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air.
The Spider/Insect Screens should also be checked for any obstructions. (See
Section: "Maintenance/Annual Maintenance").
OPERATING
WARNING: Only use this barbecue outdoors in a well-
ventilated area. Do not use in a garage, building, breezeway
or any other enclosed area.
z_ WARNING: Your Weber ®gas barbecue shah not be used
under overhead combustible construction.
z_ WARNING: Do not use the barbecue within 24 inches (610
ram) of combustibJe materials. This includes the top, bottom,
back or sides of the grill.
WARNING: The entire cooking box gets hot when in use. Do
not leave unattended.
WARNING: Keep any electrical supply cord and the fuel
supply hose away from any heated surface.
WARNING: Keep the cooking area clear of flammable vapors
and liquids, such as gasoline, alcohol, etc., and combustible
materials.
GAS SUPPLY TESTING
Disconnect your Webei _ gas barbecue when the gas supply is being tested
at high pressures. This appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of
that system at test pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
Turn off your Weber ¢ gas barbecue when the gas supply is being tested at low
pressures. This appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by
closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any pressure testing of the gas
supply piping system at the pressure equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).
GRiLLiNG METHODS
Note: If grill loses heat while cooking refer to the troubleshooting section of this manual.
& WARNING: Do not move the Weber _ gas barbecue when
operating or while barbecue is hot.
You can adjust the individual main burners as desired.The control settings are START/
HL MEDIUM, LOW, or OFF.
Note: The temperature inside your cooking box for the first few uses, while surfaces
are still very reflective, may be hotter than those shown in your cookbook. Cooking
conditions, such as wind and weather, may require the adjustment of the burner
controls to obtain the correct cooking temperatures.
if burners go out during cooking, open lid, turn off aimburners and wait five
minutes before relighting.
Sear Station"' - Your Weber _ gas barbecue includes a sear burner for searing thin
meats and fish. The Sear Station" burner has an on or off control setting that works with
the two adjacent main burners. With the sear and adjacent burners you can effectively
sear meats while using other cooking areas for cooking with moderate heat.
Preheating - Your Weber _ gas barbecue is an energy-efficient appliance. It operates at
an economical low BTU rate.To preheat: after lighting, close lid and turn all burners to
"START/HI': Preheating to between 500 ° and 550 ° F (260 ° and 290 ° C) will take 10 to 15
minutes depending on conditions such as air temperature and wind.
Drippings and grease - The Flavorizer ¢ bars are designed to "smoke" the correct
amount of drippings for flavorful cooking. Excess drippings and grease will accumulate in
the catch pan under the slide out bottom tray. Disposable foil drip pans are available that
fit the catch pan.
& WARNING: Check the bottom tray for grease build-up before
each use. Remove excess grease to avoid a grease fire in the
slide out bottom tray.
CLEANING
WARNING: Turn your Weber ® gas barbecue off and wait for it
to cool before cleaning.
CAUTION: Do not clean your Flavorizer _ bars or cooking
grates in a self-cleaning oven.
For availability of replacement cooking grates and Fmavorizer ° bars contact the
Customer Service Representative in your area using the contact information on
our website. Log onto www.weber.com ®
Outside surfaces - Use a warm soapy water solution to clean, then rinse with water.
z_ CAUTION: Do not use oven cleaner, abrasive cleansers
(kitchen cleansers), cleaners that contain citrus products, or
abrasive cleaning pads on barbecue or cart surfaces.