Summary of Contents for Great Outdoors 6000 Series
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6000 Series Portable Gas Barbecue Grill O w n e r ’ s M a n u a l and A s s e m b l y G u i d e ASSEMBLER / INSTALLER: Leave these instructions with the consumer CONSUMER / USER: Read all of these instructions, and keep them in a safe place for future reference.
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Series 6000 Models Installation Chapter Important Information Necessary to Safely Use a Gas Grill. The L.P. Gas Fuel Supply System Correct Filling and Handling of the L.P. Gas Fuel Cylinder...
Choosing a Safe Location for a Gas Barbecue Grill. 3. This appliance is not intended to be installed in or on a recreational vehicle The gas fuel used by this product is and/or boat. highly flammable and must be used in a responsible and cautious manner.
Portable L. P. Gas Barbecue Grills WARNING: Do not use natural gas in an FUEL REGULATOR AND HOSE appliance designed for L.P. gas. Use only liquid The fuel regulator supplied is equipped with a propane (L.P.) gas in an appliance designed for Type 1 coupling nut.
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Portable L. P. Gas Barbecue Grills DANGER: Do not insert any foreign objects TRANSPORTING A FULL CYLINDER into the valve outlet. You may damage the WARNING! Handle a full cylinder with care. back check. A damaged back check can Gas is under high pressure. cause a leak, which could result in explo- You should transport only one cylinder at a sion, fire, severe personal injury, or death.
Take These Instructions to the L.P. Gas Dealer. When using a cylinder exchange, be sure the The L.P. gas cylinder has a Type 1 cylinder exchanged cylinder is a Type 1 cylinder; a 510 valve with a back-check module in its outlet that POL cylinder will not fit a Type 1 regulator.
Series 6000 Models Assembly Instructions Chapter Getting Started 1. Please follow the steps in the order that they are presented. 2. Assemble the grill where you plan to use it. 3. You may want to place an old towel or cloth at the assembly site to prevent scratches to your deck and/or to prevent nuts and bolts from becoming lost.
Identifying the Grill Parts • Assembly Step 1 Unpack grill parts. handle ( 1 ) 1. Remove and set aside all inner boxes and handle standoff ( 2 ) parts from the master carton. 2. Remove and set aside all wrapping paper and additional packaging from the parts.
Assembly Step 2 • Assemble the Pillar to Base. tools needed: 3/8” open-end wrench Use hardware bag “A”: 7/16” open-end wrench 1/4-20 1/4-20 x 3/4” ( 4 ) ( 4 ) Locate these parts: base 1. Lock the preassembled casters ( 1 ) on base by pushing down on the latch.
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2. Position the pillar upside down, and set the base onto the pillar as shown. Working from the open side of pillar: 3. Insert four bolts through the holes in the pillar and through the four holes in the base. Thread nuts onto bolts.
Assembly Step 3 • Attach the Grill Bottom. hinge strut tools needed: ⁄ " open-end wrench ⁄ " open-end wrench heat Locate these parts: shield Use hardware bag “B”: 1/4-20 ( 4 ) 1/4-20 x 1” ( 4 ) back grill bottom ( 1 ) 1.
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Grill bottom as shown from below back. 6. Locate the two black lead wires IMPORTANT: beneath the grill bottom. Press the Make sure the control-valve ends are loose ends of the lead wires onto the inside the burner tubes extending metal tabs located on the back of the through the grill bottom.
Assembly Step 4 • Assemble the Grill Lid hardware bag “D”: tools needed: hairpin 7/16" open-end wrench ( 2 ) flat-blade screwdriver 1/4-20 1/4-20 x 5/8” hex nut ( 2 ) bolt ( 4 ) hinge pin 1/4 x 1 1/8” ( 2 ) standoff gasket ( 2 )
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3. Hold the lid to align the hinge holes. 4. Insert a hinge pin through the hinge hole in the lid and into the hole in the bottom hinge strut. 5. After the hinge pin is in place, insert a hair pin through the hole of the hinge pin to secure it.
Assembly Step 5 • Attach the Side Tables to the Grill. tools needed: Use hardware bag “C”: 3/8" open-end wrench 7/16" open-end wrench 1/4-20 x 3/4” 1/4-20 Locate these parts: bolt hex nut ( 8 ) ( 8 ) side table ( 2 ) 1.
Assembly Step 6 • Install the Rock Grate and Briquettes. No tools are needed. Locate these parts: rock grate ( 1 ) ceramic briquettes ( 1 box ) 1. Place the single rock grate into the grill bottom. 2. Open the package containing the ceramic briquettes and place them on the rockgrate.
Assembly Step 7 • Install the Cooking Grids. No tools are needed. Locate these parts: cooking grid ( 1 ) warming rack ( 1 ) 4. Set the porcelain coated cooking grid on the front and back ledges formed inside the grill bottom for a level cook- ing surface.
Installing an L.P. Gas Cylinder. no tools needed WARNING: Connect the L.P. cylinder to the grill outdoors only. Locate these parts: Fill the cylinder before connecting. Read and follow all directions on the cylin- der and fuel hose safety tags. cylinder 1.
Connecting an L.P. Gas Cylinder. complete the connection, do not use this valve and regulator. 7. Make sure the hose has no kinks or sharp bends and clears any areas that will become hot during use. Never put strain on the hose where it joins a fitting.
Model 6000N • Connecting to Natural Gas (for specially equipped natural-gas grills only) DANGER: A quick-connect coupling sleeve with 3/8” female EXPLOSIVE AND FLAMMABLE! end is provided. Install the connector socket at If the appliance is for connection to the pipe end, after the shut-off valve. This must natural gas, the gas connections should be installed where the grill will be in use.
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Model 6000N • Connecting to Natural Gas (for specially equipped natural-gas grills only) OPERATING THE QUICK-CONNECT 5. Push the plug into the connector until the Follow all directions on tags attached to hose. sleeve snaps forward to lock the fitting in place.
Leak Testing DANGER Perform a leak test each time the gas-supply To prevent fire or explosion hazard: cylinder is connected to the regulator. Leak test · Do not smoke while performing a leak any time a part of the gas system is replaced. test.
Lighting Instructions IGNITER LIGHTING SYSTEM CAUTION: Do not stand with head or arms over The Igniter System consists of an igniter unit, the grill. a gas-collector box, two ceramic electrodes, and lead wires. Gas is collected in the metal STEP 5. To light using the igniter: collector box located at the burner.
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Lighting Instructions MATCH LIGHTING CAUTION: Do not touch any hot grill parts. IMPORTANT! The match-lighting hole is found The outside of the grill bottom becomes very under the front right corner of the grill bottom. hot during use. It may be necessary to use pro- When match lighting the grill, use the gas-control tective gloves.
Using Your Gas Grill CONTROL SETTINGS TO BREAK IN A NEW GRILL Before using it for the first time; operate the The high flame setting is for quick searing of grill with lid closed on a low setting for about 15 meat.
Caring for Your Gas Grill CARING FOR YOUR GRILL COOKING TIPS Regular care of your grill will help keep it oper- Coat cooking grids with cooking oil to prevent ating properly. Cleaning or maintenance may be food from sticking. Preheat the grill with the lid done only when the grill is cool and with the fuel closed about five minutes before cooking.
Cleaning and Maintenance Inspect and clean the burner regularly. Unscrew the orifices from rear of the gas-control Remove grill components from the grill bottom valve. Wash the orifices and blow air through necessary to get to the burner inside. Use a the small end holes.
Please call 888-869-5454 to receive a return authorization number before returning any grill com- ponents. To order parts call toll free in the USA: 888-869-5454 or write to: Great Outdoors Grill Company 7980 East American Drive Joplin, Missouri U.S.A. 64804...
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Breakdown of Preassembled Components Preassembled Components quantity description part number Bottom/Burner Assembly consisting of: Cast-Brass Burner AZ001504 Venturi Tube w/gasket AZ000505 #8-32 x 1⁄ 2 " Screw AM000603 Bottom Grill Casting btm350blk Bottom/Burner Assembly Pillar Assembly Model 6000N consisting of: only Pillar Casting pillar-EM Green...
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POULTRY PORK GRILLED CHICKEN BEST PORK RIBS 1 broiler/fryer chicken 3 pounds country-style pork ribs (3-1/2 to 4 pounds), quartered 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt 1/4 cup vinegar 1/2 teaspoon pepper 1/4 cup butter or margarine 1 cup ketchup 1/4 cup water 1/2 cup packed brown sugar 1/4 teaspoon dried thyme 1/2 cup honey...
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FISH / SEAFOOD SIDE DISHES SHIRMP COMBO PACKETS RICE ON THE SIDE cups peeled potatoes (about 1-1/4 lbs.), 1-1/3 cups uncooked instant rice sliced 1/8-inch thick 1/3 cup sliced fresh mushrooms cup sliced leeks or mild onions 1/4 cup chopped green pepper cup chopped plum tomatoes 1/4 cup chopped onion 20 jumbo shrimp (about 1 lb.)
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VEGETABLES DESSERTS ONION BLOOM CINNAMON APPLES 4 medium tart apples, cored 1 Bermuda onion 4 teaspoons brown sugar 1 tablespoon butter 1/4 cup red-hot candies 2 teaspoons honey Vanilla ice cream, optional 1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce Place each apple in the center of a piece of Peel onion;...
Manufacturers Limited Warranty The Great Outdoors grill is guaranteed against broken or damaged parts at the time of pur- chase. Components are guaranteed against defect as follows: All cast-aluminum parts are warranted against burn through, rust, and structural failure excluding paint, neglect, or abuse, for 75 years from the date of purchase.
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