TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE # SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS……………………...…………………………………………………….………………………..………………………...2 THE LOCATION FOR YOUR GRIDDLE..……..……………………………………………………………..……….…………………..2 CHECKING FOR GAS LEAKS………………………………………………………………………………………...…..……………………..2 NATURAL GAS SAFETY…………………………………….……………………….……..………………….……………….…..…….……...3 PROPANE GAS SAFETY…………………………………………………………………………………………………….….………………..4 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………………………………………………………………..………………….……..5 SPECIFICATIONS FOR GRIDDLE STRUCTURE…………………………….……………………………...………..…………………..…5 CONNECTING TO GAS SOURCE…………………………………………………..………………...……………………………………..6 NATURAL GAS CONNECTIONS……………………………………………..….………….….….….……….…….……………………….….6 PROPANE GAS CONNECTIONS………………………………………...….……..…..….…….………….…….…...…….…….…….…..6 OUTDOOR NATURAL GAS GRIDDLE INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS………………………………….….….…..………………….7 OUTDOOR PROPANE GAS GRIDDLE INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS…….….….….…….………………………………..…..……8 LP GAS TANK RETENTION..................................9 INSPECTING / CLEANING BURNERS AND GAS VALVE ORIFICES…………….….…….…….………………..……….……..….……...…10...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION OF YOUR GRIDDLE This gas griddle must be installed in accordance with local codes or, if in an area without local codes, with the latest edition of the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1. In Canada, installation must conform to the standard CAN/ CGA 1-b149.1 and/or .2 (Installation Code for Gas Burning Appliances and Equipment) and any local codes.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) NATURAL GAS SAFETY Your Natural Gas griddle is designed to operate on natural gas ONLY, at a pressure of 4” water column (W.C.) regulated at the natural gas regulator attached at the back of the griddle. Check with your gas utility for local gas pressure and with your local municipality for building code requirements.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) PROPANE GAS SAFETY Your Propane gas griddle is designed to operate on propane gas ONLY, at a pressure regulated at 11” water column (W.C.) when equipped with the correct propane orifices on the valves and a propane regulator on the supply line regulated at the residential meter. Your propane gas griddle is designed to be used with a standard 20 lb gas cylinder.
1 inch from the bottom of the island enclosure to the bottom of the first vent openings and no more than 5 inches from the bottom of the island enclosure to the top of the vent. If not using Bull vents, the vents you use must meet ANSI Standard codes. The upper vents must have openings that have a total free area of not less than 1 sq in per lb of stored fuel capacity per vent and the lower vents must have openings that have a total free area of not less than 1/2 sq in per lb of stored fuel capacity per vent.
IMPORTANT: Before connecting griddle to gas source, make sure griddle control knobs are in “OFF” position. NATURAL GAS CONNECTIONS IMPORTANT: Bull Outdoor Products does not recommend the use of any quick connect fittings or lines to the unit. Use of these types of fittings or lines could cause low gas flow and greatly reduce the performance of the unit.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) OUTDOOR NATURAL GAS GRIDDLE INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: - Vents must be provided for combustion air and ventilation on both sides of built-in cabinet. - When choosing a location for your gas griddle keep in mind that it should never be located under any overhead combustible construction. - The sides and back of the griddle should not be any closer than 21 inches to combustible construction.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) OUTDOOR PROPANE GAS GRIDDLE INSTALLATION SPECIFICATIONS NOTE: - Vents must be provided for combustion air and ventilation on both sides of built-in cabinet. - When choosing a location for your gas griddle keep in mind that it should never be located under any overhead combustible construction. - The sides and back of the griddle should not be any closer than 21 inches to combustible construction.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.) LP GAS TANK RETENTION If using a LP gas tank, the tank must be properly secured within the structure to prevent being knocked over. The tank retention system must be securely fastened to the bottom of the island with the use of bolts, washers and nuts. There must be a minimum clearance of 2”...
INSPECTING I CLEANING BURNERS AND GAS VALVE ORIFICES By following these cleaning procedures on a timely basis, your griddle will be kept clean and working properly with minimum effort. CAUTION – Always turn off the gas supply prior to clearing your griddle. BURNER CLEANING 1.
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INSPECTING I CLEANING BURNERS AND GAS VALVE ORIFICES (CONT.) 4. Remove the rear lid screws. 5. Remove the bottom griddle insert screws. 6. Carefully remove the griddle insert to expose the burners.
INSPECTING I CLEANING BURNERS AND GAS VALVE ORIFICES (CONT.) 7. Remove the cotter pin from each burner before attempting to lift up the burners. 8. Use a narrow bottlebrush with a flexible handle. Run the hook through each burner tube and burner several times. 9.
INSPECTING / CLEANING BURNERS AND GAS VALVE ORIFICES (CONT.) BURNER REPLACEMENT INTO INSERT CAUTION – Always turn off the gas supply prior to clearing your griddle. 1. Replace burners back into the insert assembly. There is no need to replace the cotter pin back into the cast peg, it is for shipping purposes only. 2.
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INSPECTING / CLEANING BURNERS AND GAS VALVE ORIFICES (CONT.) 2. Light any burner by pushing its control knob in fully and slowly (3 to 4 seconds) turning it about 1/4 turn to the left (counter-clockwise) until a click is heard. The 3 to 4 second duration should provide enough gas to light the burner. If the burner does not light, immediately return the control knob to “OFF”, wait several minutes for the gas to disperse, and repeat the process.
INSPECTING / CLEANING BURNERS AND GAS VALVE ORIFICES (CONT.) FLEX LINE AND REGULATOR PLACEMENT Due to packaging purpose, the regulator will be assembled horizontally in the carton. It is imperative that the regulator carefully be turned pointing downward before use. NOW YOUR GAS GRIDDLE IS READY TO USE! Before first use and at the beginning of each season: 1.
LIGHTING & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING PROCEDURES Lighting Burner(s): 1. Become familiar with the safety guidelines at the front of the manual. DO NOT SMOKE WHILE LIGHTING GRIDDLE OR CHECKING GAS SUPPLY CONNECTIONS! 2. If your griddle fuel source is a LP gas cylinder, check to see that cylinder is filled. 3.
These chemicals combined with heat and humidity greatly increase the corrosiveness of these chemicals. Regular cleaning is the best way to prevent corrosion and add years of enjoyment to your Bull stainless steel...
TROUBLESHOOTING IF GRIDDLE FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY 1. Turn off gas at source, turn control knobs to “OFF”, and wait five minutes before trying again. 2. Check gas supply/connections. 3. Repeat lighting procedure. If griddle still fails to operate properly, TURN “OFF” GAS AT SOURCE, TURN CONTROL KNOBS TO “OFF”, wait for griddle to cool, and check the following: a.
TROUBLESHOOTING (CONT.) YELLOW FLAME Once the entire burner is operating, check the flame color to be sure it is mostly blue (some yellow color will be present because of impurities in the fuel). If the flame is golden or yellow in color the reason could be oil film or other foreign matter on burner. CORRECTION: Either wash burner with mild detergent, or operate burner at “HIGH”...
LOCATIONS OF SERIAL NUMBER Essential information about your product is encoded in the serial number of your griddle. This information will be required for all warranty claims, ordering replacement parts and will identify any variations of your unit. It is extremely important that you record your serial number and register your grill from the Proof of Purchase.
PARTS LIST MODEL #97008 GRIDDLE, BUILT-IN, L.P. (PROPANE) MODEL #97009 GRIDDLE, BUILT-IN, N.G. (NATURAL GAS) REF # PARTS # DESCRIPTION WARRANTY PERIOD 97010 LID - FRONT 1 yr 97011 LID - REAR 1 yr 97012 INSERT ASSEMBLY 1 yr 97013...
REGISTERING YOUR GRIDDLE In order to validate your Bull Limited Warranty, you must complete the Warranty Registration Card within 90 days from the Proof of Purchase. You may register your unit either online at www.bullbbq.com or by sending in the completed hard copy along with a copy of the Proof of Purchase to:...
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