General Instructions; Before Using The Grill - Weber 1400 Owner's Manual

If you have questions or need advice regarding your
grill or its safe operation contact the Customer Service
Representative in your area. Use the contact information
on our web site. Log onto www.weber.com
With the Weber electric barbecue you can grill, barbecue,
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roast and bake with results that are difficult to duplicate
with indoor kitchen appliances. The closed lid produces
that "outdoor" flavour in the food. Electricity is easy to use
and gives you more cooking control than charcoal fuel.
• These instructions will give you the minimum
requirements for assembling your Weber
barbecue. Please read the instructions carefully
before using your Weber electric barbecue. Improper
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assembly can be dangerous.
• This Weber electric barbecue is not intended for
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commercial use.
• Do not leave the Weber electric barbecue unattended
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when it is in use.
• Any parts sealed by the manufacturer must not be
altered by the user.
• Any modification of the appliance may be dangerous.
• Visually inspect cord, plug and heating element
controller for damage and wear before operation.
• When heating the grill for the first time, it may give off
a slight burning odor. The grill is burning off excess
lubricants found on the heating element. This does not
affect the safety of your grill.
• To prevent fire or electric shock, always use a certified
electrician should new circuits or outlets be required.
• Improperly grounded outlets could cause electrical
shock.
• The use of an extension cord is not recommended.
If you must use an extension cord, use the shortest
length extension cord possible. Do not connect 2 or
more extension cords together. Keep connections off
the ground and dry. Do not let cord hang over edge
of table top where it can be tripped over or pulled by
children. Only use extension cord labeled for outdoor
use.
• Cover grill or store in weather protected area when not
in use.
• Clean the grate and cookbox between uses.
CATCH PAN AND DISPOSABLE DRIP PAN
Your grill was built with a grease collection system. Check
the catch pan and disposable drip pan for grease build-up
each time you use your grill.
Remove excess grease with a plastic spatula; see
illustration. When necessary, wash the catch pan and drip
pan with a soap and water solution, then rinse with clean
water. Replace the disposable drip pan as needed.
m WARNING: Check the catch pan and
disposable drip pan for grease build-
up before each use. Remove excess
grease to avoid a grease fire. A grease
fire can cause serious bodily injury or
damage to property.
m CAUTION: Do not line the slide-out
grease tray with aluminum foil.
(Q® 2400) - Make sure that disposable drip pan (a) rests
flat on catch pan (b). A bent drip pan may interfere with
removal of catch pan.
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS

STORAGE AND/OR NON-USE
• When the Weber
temperature control knob with power cord should be in
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the "OFF" position and must be DISCONNECTED and
stored indoors.
OPERATING
m WARNING: Your Weber
barbecue must not be used under any
combustible surface.
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m WARNING: Your Weber
barbecue is not intended for
installation in or on recreational
vehicles and caravans and/or boats.
m WARNING: Do not use the barbecue
within 60 cm (24 in) of combustible
materials, of back or sides of the grill.
m WARNING: The entire cooking box
gets hot when in use. Do not leave
unattended.
m WARNING: Keep any electrical power
cord away from any heated surface.
m WARNING: Keep the cooking area
clear of inflammable vapours and
liquids such as petrol, kerosene,
alcohol, etc., and other combustible
materials.
m WARNING: When cooking, the
appliance must be on a level, stable
surface in an area clear of combustible
material.
m WARNING: Completely unwind power
cord before use. Keep cord clear of
cookbox.

BEFORE USING THE GRILL

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® electric barbecue is not in use, the
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