Broil King R3-1 User Manual

Broil King R3-1 User Manual

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P R E M I U M G R I LL S
R3(N)-1, R3B(N)-1
R3 GRILL HEAD
GAS-FIRED
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  • Page 1 P R E M I U M G R I LL S R3(N)-1, R3B(N)-1 R3 GRILL HEAD GAS-FIRED Page 1...
  • Page 2 IMPORTANT INFORMATION IMPORTANT his manual should be read thoroughly by the installer and by anyone who will use or maintain the grill. Installer - Write the model number, serial number, and date of installation in the manual. If available, attach a copy of the receipt. Leave this manual with the grill owner. Grill Owner - Read and retain this manual.
  • Page 3: Thank You

    Thank you for purchasing a Broilmaster Infrared Grill. Broilmaster takes pride in its reputation as the The Most Durable Grill Known to Man. From its thick aluminum casting to its massive cooking grids, your Broilmaster is built to last. In fact we still make replacement parts for Broilmaster grills built more than 30 years ago.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS You have chosen the finest grill for your outdoor cooking pleasure. Please take time to read this entire manual before assembling your Broilmaster Infrared grill. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ......................5 R3 SERIES PARTS DIAGRAM ...................... 6 GRILL HEAD HARDWARE PACK ....................7 LID STOP HARDWARE PACK ......................
  • Page 5: Assembly Instructions

    ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU BEGIN This Grill Head requires Broilmaster Mounting (Cart, Post, or a Built-In Kit). See Mounting Instructions to assemble mounting before Assembling Grill Head. Compare the parts in the box to the parts list provided in this manual. If any are missing, contact your Broilmaster dealer before beginning assembly.
  • Page 6: R3 Series Parts Diagram

    R3 SERIES PARTS DIAGRAM B100456 (1) GRILL BODY TOP B101665 (1) PUSH NUT B073097 (1) DP119 (1) FOAM GRIP HEAT INDICATOR B070486 (1) LID HANDLE B101356 (1,LP) OR B101316 (1,NAT) B072695(1) R3 ONLY MANIFOLD AND VALVE ASSEMBLY LPG OR NATURAL RETRACTING RACK B101314 (1,LP) OR B101317 (1,NAT) B102143 (1)
  • Page 7: Grill Head Hardware Pack

    GRILL HEAD HARDWARE PACK - B101274 PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW, HEX HEAD BOLT, HEX NUT, SS,10-24 X 1 SS,1/4-20 X 3/4 SS,1/4-20 B073978 B063096 B076331 GROUND BATTERY, AA KNOB WIRE B076529 R3918 B072684 FOAM GRIP IGNITER GROUND LUG ORIFICE B101063 B073097 B069747 B102218-3-0615...
  • Page 8: Lid Stop Hardware Pack

    LID STOP HARDWARE PACK - B101097 PHILLIPS TRUSS HEAD SCREW, KEPS NUT, FLAT WASHER, SPACER 10-24 X 3/4 SS,10-24 1/4 ID X 5/8 OD B662325 B076522 B073967 B076332 KNOB,TAPERED B100098 LID, STOP B076521 Page 8 B102218-3-0615...
  • Page 9: Unpack And Remove Lid

    UNPACK AND REMOVE LID REMOVING LID To ease assembly, remove Grill Lid and Warming Rack. Remove Warming Rack and set aside. Remove the two Pins and Clips at the rear of the Grill Prior to assembling Grill Head Lid and set aside. After Pins, Lid and assemble Cart or Post mounting first.
  • Page 10: Wind Deflector Placement

    WIND DEFLECTOR PLACEMENT Place the Wind Deflector in the bottom Casting. Page 10 B102218-3-0615...
  • Page 11: Insert Collector Box (R3B Only)

    INSERT COLLECTOR BOX (R3B ONLY) 9/16” Note: If a side shelf accessory is to be used, install it at this time. Refer to side shelf installation instructions for more information. B102218-3-0615 Page 11...
  • Page 12: Insert Burners (R3B Only)

    INSERT BURNERS (R3B ONLY) IGNITER WIRES Page 12 B102218-3-0615...
  • Page 13: Insert Infrared Burners (R3 Only)

    INSERT INFRARED BURNERS (R3 ONLY) IGNITER WIRES B102218-3-0615 Page 13...
  • Page 14: Insert Burner Shield (R3B Only)

    INSERT BURNER SHIELD (R3B ONLY) HEX HEAD BOLT SS, 1/4-20 X 3/4 B063096 (2) HEX NUT, SS, 1/4-20 B076331 (2) 7/16” Page 14 B102218-3-0615...
  • Page 15: Attach Ground Wire (R3 Only)

    ATTACH GROUND WIRE (R3 ONLY) HEX HEAD BOLT SS, 1/4-20 X 3/4 B063096 (2) HEX NUT, SS, 1/4-20 B076331 (2) 7/16” GROUND WIRE B072684 (1) IGNITER GROUND LUG, SS, 1/4-20 B069747 (2) B102218-3-0615 Page 15...
  • Page 16: Connect Igniter Leads

    CONNECT IGNITER LEADS IGNITER IGNITER Route Leads from Burner and Secure to Ignitor Terminals (polarity is not important). Page 16 B102218-3-0615...
  • Page 17: Knob And Battery Placement (R3 Shown)

    KNOB AND BATTERY PLACEMENT (R3 SHOWN) AFTER Unscrew the Igniter Knob from the Control Panel, and insert AA Battery, positive side up, and replace Igniter Button. AFTER B102218-3-0615 Page 17...
  • Page 18: Install Lid Stop

    INSTALL LID STOP (R3 GRILL SHOWN) PHILLIPS TRUSS HEAD SCREW, SS,10-24 X 3/4 B100128 (1) HEX LOCK NUT, SS, 10-24 R4021 (1) 3/8” FLAT WASHER 1/4 x 5/8 OD B076332 (2) SPACER, B662325 (1) LID STOP Screw the black Knob onto the Lid Stop.
  • Page 19: Handle Installation

    HANDLE INSTALLATION PHILLIPS PAN HEAD SCREW, SS,10-24 X 1 B073978 (2) Tip: For ease of installation, lightly lubricate the inside of the Foam Grip with Liquid Soap before twisting it on to Handle. B102218-3-0615 Page 19...
  • Page 20: Reinstall Lid

    REINSTALL LID HINGE PIN, (FROM PREVIOUS STEPS) B057804 (2) COTTER PIN, (FROM PREVIOUS STEPS) B057805 (2) Page 20 B102218-3-0615...
  • Page 21 INSTALL BRIQUETS AND RACKS (R3B ONLY) Place the 'Char-Master' Briquets in a single layer evenly on your grill's briquet rack. DO NOT dump them onto the briquet rack. A single layer of 'Char-Master' Briquets works best. Save leftover briquets for future use.
  • Page 22: Install Racks

    INSTALL RACKS (R3 ONLY) Page 22 B102218-3-0615...
  • Page 23: Install Warming Rack

    INSTALL WARMING RACK B102218-3-0615 Page 23...
  • Page 24: Propane Gas Grills

    PROPANE GAS GRILLS 3/4” For Natural Gas Grills please proceed to page 29. Attach the LP hose and Regulator to the fitting on the Burner Control Valve mounted on the Control Panel. Tighten this connection with a wrench. LP GAS REGULATOR AND HOSE Page 24 B102218-3-0615...
  • Page 25: Grill Location

    PROPANE GAS GRILLS Grill Location Failure to follow these safety precautions could result in a fire or explosion causing property damage or personal This grill is designed for outdoor use only. injury. Never operate your grill in any building, garage, or other Use extreme caution when handling propane gas cylinders.
  • Page 26 PROPANE GAS GRILLS Propane Cylinder Requirements WARNING Your Broilmaster Infrared Grill requires a standard 20-lb propane gas cylinder, which is available from your grill dealer, your LP se Propane gas cylinders equipped with an Overfill supplier, and at most hardware and home stores. Protection Device (OPD).
  • Page 27 PROPANE GAS GRILLS Pressure Regulator and Hose Assembly The pressure regulator has an outlet pressure of not more than eleven inches water column. It must be connected to the Propane gas cylinder’s female valve outlet before the grill can be operated. CAUTION perating a Propane gas grill without the pressure regulator and hose assembly will cause gas leaks which could lead to fire or explosion, resulting in property damage or personal injury.
  • Page 28: Connecting Propane Gas Grill

    CONNECTING PROPANE GAS GRILL Pressure Regulator and Hose Assembly The pressure regulator has an outlet pressure of not more than eleven inches water column. It must be connected to the Propane gas cylinder’s female valve outlet before the grill can be operated. Make sure the grill’s burner controls are off.
  • Page 29: Connecting Natural Gas Grill

    CONNECTING NATURAL GAS GRILL 3/4” Attach the Natural Gas hose to the fitting on the Burner Control Valve mounted on the Control Panel. Snug this connection with a wrench. 12 FT QUICK DISCONNECT HOSE Not Supplied (Purchased Accessory, NG12) B102218-3-0615 Page 29...
  • Page 30: Natural Gas Grills

    NATURAL GAS GRILLS Connection Requirements Grill Location Broilmaster natural gas grills are not equipped with pressure This grill is designed for outdoor use only. regulators. Your gas grill operates at a manifold pressure of seven inches water column. (Your natural gas technician will Never operate your grill in any building, garage, or other understand what this means.) enclosed area.
  • Page 31: Completed Assembly

    COMPLETED ASSEMBLY Thank you for purchasing a Broilmaster Infrared Grill and we hope you enjoy years of great meals prepared on your Broilmaster. Please feel free to visit the Broilmaster Facebook page and share photos of your Broilmaster grill. Thank You! B102218-3-0615 Page 31...
  • Page 32: Owner's Manual For R3 Series Grills

    INFRARED COOKING General Overview methods. It may take time to get used to the fast cook- ing process. As a benchmark, foods which generally cook Broilmaster Infrared gas grills make it possible for you to enjoy in 20 minutes or less on conventional grills cook in about cooking outdoors quickly and effortlessly.
  • Page 33 INFRARED COOKING SAMPLE TIMES FOOD FOOD “DONENESS” APPROXIMATE COOKING TIME WITH INFRARED Steak Pieces - 1” Thick Medium/Medium Rare 4 Minutes, 2 minutes per side Medium Rare 6 Minutes, Turn every 2 minutes Medium Well 8 Minutes, Turn every 2 minutes Well 10 Minutes, Turn every 2 minutes Steak - 1”...
  • Page 34: Operation - Propane And Natural Gas Grills

    OPERATION - PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS GRILLS Check for Gas Leaks 6. If a burner does not light, turn OFF all gas and refer to the Troubleshooting section of this manual. Check for gas leaks every time you connect your Broilmaster 7.
  • Page 35: Cooking Tips

    OPERATION - PROPANE AND NATURAL GAS GRILLS Before Cooking Preheating Before cooking on a grill for the first time, burn off any oil residue Before cooking on a infrared grill, allow the grill to preheat on HI for from the manufacturing process. 5 minutes with the lid open.
  • Page 36: Maintenance

    BLUE FLAME BURNER MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Grill Stainless steel burners often turn reddish brown after use. This does not effect the performance of the grill. When cleaning the interior of the grill, remove the burners and clean with a brush. CAUTION Wash with water and a mild detergent.
  • Page 37: Maintenance

    INFRARED BURNER MAINTENANCE General Overview Finally, using the grill, close the hood as soon as the burners are off so that, if it rains, the burners will not be exposed to direct Proper care, maintenance and cleaning will help ensure a long rainfall while the grill is cooling.
  • Page 38: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Although we have attempted to ensure that your grill will operate properly and satisfactorily, sometimes problems do arise. The following troubleshooting guide lists several possible problems and their probable cause and solution. Do not repair or replace any part of the grill unless specifically recommended in this manual. All other service should be referred to a qualified technician.
  • Page 39: Important Safety Information

    IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING piders and insects can nest in gas grill burners causing the gas ignite under the control panel. This is very dangerous and can damage the grill, making it unsafe to operate. Inspect the grill at least twice per year and more often if spiders are active. Be sure all grill controls are turned off and the grill is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner on or around the grill.
  • Page 40 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Practice Safe Grilling Do not wear loose fitting clothing or flammable clothing (such as synthetics) around the grill. Never let clothing, pot holders, or other flammable materials come in contact with or too close to any grate, burner or hot surface.
  • Page 41: Warranty Terms

    WARRANTY TERMS Empire Comfort Systems Inc. warranties this Broilmaster premium gas grill to be free from defects at the time of purchase and for the periods specified below. Broilmaster Premium Gas Grills must be installed by a qualified technician and must be maintained and operated safely, in accordance with the instructions in the owner’s manual.
  • Page 42: Grill Maintenance History

    GRILL MAINTENANCE HISTORY Date Maintenance Performed Page 42 B102218-3-0615...
  • Page 43: Master Parts Distributor List

    MASTER PARTS DISTRIBUTOR LIST To order parts under warranty, please contact your local Broilmaster dealer. See the dealer locator at www.broilmaster.com. To provide warranty service, your dealer will need your name and address, purchase date and serial number, and the nature of the problem.
  • Page 44 PR EM IU M GR ILL S BROILMASTER A Division of Empire Comfort Systems, Inc. 918 Freeburg Ave. Belleville, Illinois 62220 .broilmaster.com isit our web site at www If you have a general question about our products, please e-mail us at info@empirecomfort.com. If you have a service or repair question, please contact your dealer.

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