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H40 SERIES GAS BBQ GRILL USER’S MANUAL MODEL NUMBER: PG-40400S0L ITEM NUMBER: PGS H40PSB FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY Copyright October 2010-AEI Corporation...
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SAFETY SYMBOLS The symbols listed below are being used throughout this User’s Manual. Please pay special attention to them. The meaning of each of the symbols are listed here: DANGER– this symbol indicates an imminently hazardous situation which will result in death or serious bodily injury if not properly followed. WARNING–...
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IMPORTANT WARNINGS (continued) NOTE TO INSTALLER: The instructions must be left with the owner and the owner of the grill should keep them for future use THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. WARNING Do not try to light this appliance without reading “Lighting Instructions” section in this manual found on pages 11 and 12.
TABLE OF CONTENTS BEFORE YOU BEGIN MESSAGE TO OUR USERS PAGE 1 PROPANE & GAS WARNINGS PAGE 1 ASSEMBLY PARTS LISTING PAGE 2 DETAILED DRAWING OF GRILL PAGE 3 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP I PAGE 4 ASSEMBLY OF SIDE BURNER KIT PAGE 5 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP II PAGE 7...
MESSAGE TO OUR USERS CONGRATULATIONS! You have purchased a truly exceptional outdoor cooking appliance. Your PGS grill has been designed to give you many years of outdoor cooking enjoyment. Our grills have been designed with quality, dependability, performance, and safety features.
GRILL PARTS LISTING PARTS LISTING FOR H30 and H40. Please note, H40 includes a side burner kit (not available on H30). Additionally, H40 has 4 main burners where H30 has 3 burners. KEY # DESCRIPTION NOTES LID HANDLE TUBE GRILL 73901 74901 CART DOOR HANDLE...
In our continuing effort to improve our products, we reserve the right to make changes to our parts and component materials at any time without notice. Please check with your PGS dealer or AEI Corporation if you have any specific questions or concerns.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS PLEASE READ AND FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY STEP BY STEP Assembly is very simple as it primarily requires removing of carton, removing of packaging material, attaching side shelves. Be certain to follow all steps found here-in detailing all aspects of leak testing before attempting to light gas grill. Tools Required: #2 Philips head screwdriver (not provided) Hexagon/Allen wrench (provided).
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS • STEP II: See Images Below VERY IMPORTANT: the knob must be removed first, otherwise the side burner can’t be installed in next step. Side Burner Hose is preassembled to gas manifold. Pull hose with side burner valve already attached through hole in side wall of cart (square hole in right hand panel of cart assembly).
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Reattach burner to bracket “A” using screws f/step 4 Reuse screws removed in step #3 Attach wire with red Reattach control ignitor sleeve to knob using set ignitor on valve, be screw and Allen sure it is attached Wrench.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS STEP II: Place the warming rack to warming rack brackets. Place the optional motor bracket in the left of firebox (rotisserie kit may be purchase separately). Remove all packing materials, including tie down straps. Please note, propane tank is not include and normally do not come filled.
A conversion kit is available through your local PGS Dealer or by contacting AEI Corporation. The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with either the Nation Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1 or CAN/CGA-B149.2 Propane Installation...
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GAS CONNECTION 1) Make sure tank valve is in its full “OFF” position (turn clockwise to stop). 2) Check tank valve to assure it has proper external male threads (TYPE I connection per ANSI standard Z21.81). 3) Make sure all burner knobs are in their “OFF” position. 4) Remove the protective cap from LP tank valve.
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If leak is detected, STOP and reapply soapy solution to all connections, tighten as needed. If leak is unable to be stopped, close the LP tank valve immediately and contact you local PGS dealer or AEI Corporation. DO NOT USE GRILL IF LEAK IS PRESENT.
LEAK TESTING GENERAL Although all gas connections on the grill are leak tested at the factory prior to shipment, a complete gas tightness check must be performed at the installation site due to possible mishandling in shipment, or excessive pressure unknowingly being applied to the unit.
LEAK TESTING SAFETY TIPS: 1) ALWAYS CHECK FOR LEAKS AFTER EVERY LP TANK CHANGE. 2) OPEN GRILL LID AND TANK ENCLOSURE BEFORE LIGHTING TO INSPECT TO INSURE GRILL, CONNECTIONS, AND HOSES ARE IN GOOD WORKING ORDER. 3) USE LONG BBQ TOOL TO AVOID BURNS. 4) CHECK ALL GAS SUPPLY FITTINGS FOR LEAKS BEFORE EACH USE.
GRILL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS VERY IMPORTANT: ALWAYS INSPECT THE HOSE PRIOR TO EACH USE. BEFORE LIGHTING: Inspect the gas supply hose before turning the gas “ON”. If there is evidence of cuts, wear, melted hose or abrasion, it must be replaced before use. The replacement hose assembly must be that specified by the manufacturer.
MATCH GRILL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FLAME CHARACTERISTICS • MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTION: 1) Read instructions before lighting. 2) Open the lid during lighting. Do not lean over grill while lighting. 3) Place a lighted match between the coils on the end of the lighting rod and hold next to the burner to ignite.
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Never place more than 10 pounds on side shelf or side burner included on model H40. TOTAL GAS CONSUMPTION: Total gas consumption (per hour) of PGS H40 grill with all burners on “HI” is 40,000 Btu/hr. The side burner uses 12,000 Btu/hr. A full propane cylinder should last approximately 10 hours with all burners on “HI”...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTION 1) Make sure the grill has been leak tested and is properly located. 2) Remove any packing material. 3) Light the grill burners using the instructions in this manual. 4) Turn the control knob to “HI” and preheat the grill for 10 minutes. Caution: Never leave the grill unattended when the grill is on.
YOU control the process rather than the process controlling YOU. Your PGS Gas Grill has modern, safe, and convenient “sure fire” spark ignition for safe lighting. Our "Performance Grilling System" has been designed to give you excellent cooking results with a minimum of hassle.
INSTRUCTION SIDE BURNER USE AND INSTRUCTION The side burner kit included with your PGS Model H40 is a great companion to and accessory for your new grill that will add to the entire “Outdoor Cooking Experience”. Your side burner is a great way to keep bbq sauce warm for basting meat, to heat vegetables outdoor and keep the heat and mess outdoors, or to cook anything that you normally would on your range indoors.
CARE & MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE : 1) Keep the grill area clear and free from combustible materials, including spray cooking oil, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. 2) Keep the holes in the three sides of the cart clear and free from debris, thus ensure the flow of combustion and ventilation air is unobstructed.
TROUBLE SHOOTING BEFORE CALLING FOR SERVICE, PLEASE CHECK THE FOLLOWING PROBLEMS AND SOLUTIONS IF A GAS LEAK OR FIRE OCCURS AND CANNOT BE STOPPED, CALL FIRE DEPARMENT IMMEDIATELY. EMERGENCIES POSSIBLE CAUSE PREVENTION/SOLUTION Gas leaking f/ cracked, Turn off gas at tank immediately, Check for cut or burned hose Damaged Hose loose connections, replace if damaged...
TURN OFF GRILL IMMEDIATELY at tank, clean out burners and burner orifices. Use a PGS grill cover when grill is stored for an extended period. WHEN TO LOOK FOR SPIDERS Inspect the burners at least once a month or immediately if any of the following conditions occur: 1) Yellow flame with burning smell.
(“Product”) that each Product shall be free from defects in workmanship and materials for a period of the years listed below from the date of original purchase from an authorized PGS Dealer. Our obligation under this warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement of, the Product, at the option of us, during the warranty period.
PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for purchasing the PGS Grill. In order to register your product to receive streamlined customer service, please fill out the following Product Registration form and (1) fax the form and a copy of your receipt to FAX # 949 474-0559, or (2) mail the form and a copy of your receipt to AEI Corporation, P.O.
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PGS Grills Proudly Manufactured by: AEI CORPORATION 2641 Du Bridge Ave. Irvine, CA. USA 92606 (949)474-3070 fax (949) 474-0559 www.pgscorp.com www.aeigrillsandheaters.com...
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