Vermont Castings VC100 User manual

Gas Barbecue Grill

For Models VC100,

VC200 and VC400

50000444a 0801

VERMONT

Castings

VERMONT

Castings

VERMONT

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USERS MANUAL

Page i

Warnings

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

• Shut off gas to the appliance

• Extinguish any open flame

• Open lid

• If odor continues, immediately call your gas supplier or fire department.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in

the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity

of this or any other appliance.

•Always read and understand the WARNINGS and SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS that are contained

in this Manual before attempting to use this Gas Barbecue Grill, to prevent possible bodily

injury or property damage.

•Always keep this Manual in or near the Grill, for convenient future reference.

SIGNAL WORDS :

The Signal Words used in this Manual, and their intended meanings, are as follows :

DANGER : Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in death or catastrophic

bodily injury.

WARNING : Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in serious bodily injury.

CAUTION : Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in property damage or

minor bodily injury.

NOTE : Designates important information relating to the safe use of the Grill.

IMPORTANT WARNINGS :

Since this outdoor cooking appliance is movable, is fueled by natural or propane gas, generates very high

temperatures for cooking and emits carbon monoxide as a bi-product of combustion, prudent precautions

must be taken to assure its safe use.

•DANGER : This Grill has been designed for OUTDOOR use only.

Never use this outdoor Grill inside any building, garage, shed or breezeway, or inside any

boat, trailer or recreational vehicle, to prevent a possible fire and to prevent the possibility of

carbon monoxide poisoning or asphyxiation

•DANGER : Exposing an over-filled or a disconnected propane cylinder to heat could cause venting of

fuel through the pressure release valve. Since propane vapor is heavier than air it tends to pool and, if

ignited, could produce a violent fire or explosion.

Never install a propane cylinder if it is more than 80 % full, as the contents may lack adequate room for

expansion when exposed to heat.

Never store a spare Propane Gas Cylinder in the cylinder compartment of this Grill, because it will be exposed

to high temperatures when the Grill is in use.

This Gas Barbecue Grill will provide you with many hours of pleasure and enjoyment, if it is used in

accordance with the Warnings and Safety Instructions contained in this Manual.

The essential Warnings and Safety Instructions are located throughout the pages of this Manual, but some of

the principal ones have been summarized below for your convenience:

Page ii

Warnings

Page iii

A. SAFE LOCATIONS FOR USE OF THIS OUTDOOR GRILL

DANGER :

•Never use this outdoor Grill inside any building, garage, shed or breezeway, or inside any boat, trailer

or recreational vehicle, to prevent a possible fire and to prevent the possibility of carbon monoxide

poisoning or asphyxiation.

WARNINGS :

•Always confirm that this Grill is not positioned under a combustible object (e.g., an awning or

umbrella) or in a covered area (e.g., a porch or gazebo) before lighting it, to prevent a possible fire.

•Always confirm that this Grill is not positioned under the overhang of a house, a garage or other

structure before lighting it. An overhang will serve to deflect flareups and radiated heat into the

structure itself, which could result in a fire.

•Always confirm that this Grill is positioned more

than 36” (1m) away from any combustible

materials or surfaces before lighting it, and that

no gasoline or other volatile substances are

stored in the vicinity of this Grill. The tempera-

ture of a grease fire or of the radiated heat might

otherwise be sufficient to ignite nearby combus-

tibles or volatile substances.

•Always locate this Grill where there will be ample

combustion and ventilation air, but never

position it in the direct path of a strong wind.

•Never allow the Grill to operate while unat-

tended, to prevent uncontrolled grease fires from

erupting.

Never attempt to move this Grill while it is in opera-

tion or while it is still hot, to prevent possible

personal injury.

• Never store or use gasoline or other flammable or volatile substances in the vicinity of this Grill or in the

vacinity of any other heat-generating appliance, because of the danger of starting a fire.

• Always confirm that the installation of this Grill conforms with the requirements of all local Codes or, in the

absence of any applicable local Codes, with either the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1; CAN/CGA-

B149.1, National Gas Installation Code; or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation Code.

Fig. 1

36" (1m)

Warnings

B. SAFE USE OF LP (PROPANE) GAS

DANGER :

•Never install a propane cylinder that is more than 80 % full, as the contents may lack adequate room

for expansion when exposed to heat. Propane vapor may then be vented through the pressure release

valve, which could accumulate in a pool and later result in a fire or explosion.

Always instruct your certified propane fuel supplier to confirm by weight that your cylinder is not more

than 80 % full. An empty cylinder will weigh about 18 lbs., while a properly filled cylinder should weigh

no more than 38 lbs.

•Never store a spare Propane Cylinder in the cylinder compartment of this Grill. Exposing a discon-

nected cylinder to heat could result in the venting of propane vapor through the pressure release valve,

and the pooled vapor could result in a violent fire. (No hazard is posed by the connected cylinder if it is

not overfilled, however, as it tends to refrigerate itself while it is being used.)

Always confirm that all openings in the cylinder compartment of this Grill are free of any obstructions

that would restrict the circulation of ventilation air. Good ventilation will prevent the pooling of leaked

propane vapor, which is heavier than air, and which could explode if ignited.

WARNINGS :

•Always consult the Rating Label on the back of the Grill to confirm which fuel must be used with the

Grill. Never operate the Grill with propane gas if it has been configured to use natural gas, to prevent

hazardous overheating.

•Always confirm that there are no gas leaks before lighting this Grill. Apply a 50/50 solution of liquid

soap and water to the gas supply line connectors with a brush or spray bottle, and watch for bubbles.

Never use a match or open flame to test for gas leaks.

•Always visually inspect the gas supply line for fraying, cracking or rodent damage before each use of

this Grill and, if necessary, install a replacement obtained from your Vermont Castings dealer before

lighting this Grill.

Always store your spare Propane Gas Cylinders in an outdoor area that is well-ventilated, shady, cool and

removed from any heat source. Always store those cylinders in an upright position. Never store a spare

cylinder in the vicinity of this Grill, or in the vicinity of any other heat-generating appliance.

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C. SAFE USE OF NATURAL GAS

• Always consult the Rating Label on the back of the Grill to confirm which fuel must be used with the

Grill. Never attempt to operate the Grill with natural gas if it has been configured to use propane gas, to

prevent possible bodily injury.

• Always employ a qualified service agency to install all necessary gas supply plumbing, for safety reasons

and to assure compliance with all applicable Codes.

Warnings

Safety

• Always promptly shut off the gas supply and immediately extinguish all flames if you smell gas. Always

seek assistance from your gas supplier or local Fire Department if the gas smell persists, because of the

danger of fire or explosion.

• Always confirm that there are no gas leaks before lighting this Grill. Apply a 50/50 solution of liquid

soap and water to the gas supply line connectors with a brush or spray bottle, and watch for bubbles.

Never use a match or open flame to test for gas leaks.

• Always visually inspect the gas supply line for fraying, cracking or rodent damage before each use of this

Grill and, if necessary, install a replacement before lighting this Grill.

• Never permit a gas supply line to contact any heated surface of this Grill.

D. PREVENTION OF BURNS

• Always keep children and pets under close supervision when using this Grill, and never permit them to

come near the Grill while it is in use, as the exterior surfaces will be very hot.

• Always wear insulated protective mitts when working at the Grill, or when attempting to close a gas

supply valve after cooking has been completed, to prevent possible burns. Always use insulated pot holders

when handling containers of hot food.

• Always wear an insulated protective mitt when adding a smoking agent to the Smoker Box.

• Never store or use gasoline or other flammable or volatile substances in the vicinity of this Grill, or in

the vicinity of any other heat-generating appliance.

E. ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Always confirm that this Grill has been grounded in accordance with local Codes or, in the absence of

local Codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70 or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA

C22.1, when an external electrical source is being utilized for the Rotisserie Motor.

• Always use a grounded three-prong outlet and a three-prong extension cord to energize the Rotisserie

Motor. Never alter or remove the grounding prong on the Rotisserie Power Cord, as an electric shock

hazard would then result.

• Never permit an electrical supply cord to contact any heated surface of this Grill.

Page v

Table of Contents

Page 1

Safety Important Warnings.................................................................... i - v

Clearance Requirements ............................................................. ii

Table of Contents........................................................................ 1

Fuels ........................................................................................... 2

Safey ........................................................................................... 3

Gas Hookup Hooking Up to the Gas Supply..................................................... 4

LP Gas Supply Connection ........................................................... 4

Natural Gas Supply Connection.................................................... 5

Test for Leaks.............................................................................. 5

Operation Control Functions ........................................................................ 6

Lighting the Main Burners........................................................... 7

Turning the Burners Off .............................................................. 8

Flareups...................................................................................... 8

Match Lighting the Main Burner.................................................. 8

Lighting the Oven Burner ............................................................ 9

Lighting the Rotisserie Burner..................................................... 10

Match Lighting the Rotisserie Burner .......................................... 10

Rotisserie Setup .......................................................................... 11

Lighting the Side Burner.............................................................. 12

Shutting the Side Burner Off........................................................ 12

Using the Smoker Box................................................................. 13

Cooking Methods of Cooking..................................................................... 14

Preparing Food for the Grill ........................................................ 15

Grilling Tips ................................................................................ 16

Cooking Time Chart..................................................................... 17

Care & Burners....................................................................................... 20

Cooking Grids ............................................................................. 21

Drip Tray..................................................................................... 22

Stainless Steel Panels................................................................... 22

Porcelain Enamel Castings .......................................................... 22

Burner Adjustment...................................................................... 23

Trouble Shooting Guide .................................................................................. 24

Maintenance

Safety

Fig. 3

Fig. 2

Page 2

Check hose for breaks

or wear before each use

Type I

Connector

Regulator

Shutoff

Valve

Collar

WARNING: Use only the pressure regulator and and type I propane

gas supply coupling and hose that is originally provided with this

appliance or as specified by Vermont Castings, (see Fig. 2).

ADDITIONAL WARNINGS:

• Always install a 20 lb. propane cylinder that is equipped with a

type I valve outlet (see Fig. 3), and that has a 12” diammeter and

an 18” height. Always use a propane cylinder that has been

constructed and marked in conformance with either the

spectifications for LP Gas Cylinders of the U.S. Department of

Treasportation or the spectifications in the National Standard of

Canada, CAN/CSA-B339, Cylinder, Spheres and Tube for

Transportation of Dangerous Goods, as applicable.

• Always confirm that your propane cylinder is equipped with a

shut-off valve terminating in a Type I propane cylinder valve outlet

connection, and that it has been provided with a collar to protect

the cylinder valve.

• Never install a propane cylinder in this Grill unless it is

equipped with a listed Overfill Protection Device (OPD).

• Always have a new propane cylinder properly purged of air by

your certified propane gas dealer. Since a new cylinder is initially

filled with air, the air must first be purged before it is filled with

propane.

• Always visually inspect the gas supply line for fraying, cracking

or rodent danaged before each use of this Grill and, if necessary,

install a replacement obtained from your Vermont Castings dealer

prior to lighting this Grill.

Fuels

WARNING : Never use Natural Gas in a Grill that has been configured to burn Propane Gas, and never use

Propane Gas in a Grill that has been configured to use Natural Gas, to avoid possible bodily injury. Always

consult the Rating Label on the back of your Grill to confirm which fuel must be used with the Grill.

NOTE: Your Vermont Castings Gas Grill has been specifically equipped at the factory to burn either Propane

Gas (LP) or Natural Gas (NG). The Grill may be converted for safe use with the alternative fuel, however,

through the installation of an appropriate Fuel Conversion Kit, which is available from your Vermont Castings

dealer.

Page 3

DANGER:

a) Do not store a spare LP - Gas Cylinder under or near this appliance

b) Never fill the cylinder beyond 80% full; and

c) If the information in a) and b) is not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may occur.

WARNING : Always confirm that the openings in the cylinder compartment of the Grill are free of any

obstructions that would restrict the circulation of ventilation air. Good ventilation will prevent any possible

accumulation of leaked propane vapor, which is heavier than air and which could explode if ignited.

NOTE : Always have a certified propane gas supplier inspect and requalify your refillable propane gas

cylinder prior to each refilling, in accordance with DOT or TC requirements for propane cylinders.

ADDITIONAL WARNINGS :

•Always handle propane cylinders with great care, as the contents are under high pressure.

•Always close the propane cylinder valve promptly after each use of the Grill.

•Always store propane cylinders outdoors, in an upright, secure position, out of direct sunlight, away

from living quarters and in a well-ventilated, cool, dry area. NEVER STORE A CYLINDER IN A BUILD-

ING, GARAGE OR OTHER STRUCTURE OR ENCLOSED AREA.

•Always keep cylinders out of reach of children.

•Always confirm that a valve dust cap has been tightly installed and that the valve itself is fully closed,

whenever a propane cylinder has been disconnected.

•Always transport a propane cylinder in an upright, secure position, after confirming that its valve is

closed.

•Always stabilize a cylinder so that it cannot move, when it is being transported in a car trunk.

•Never transport a propane cylinder in the passenger compartment of a car or truck.

•Never store a Vermont Castings Gas Grill indoors, unless the propane cylinder has first been discon-

nected and removed from the Grill.

•Never expose a propane cylinder to any heat source, never apply heat directly to a cylinder and never

store a spare cylinder in the vicinity of this Grill.

•Never paint a propane cylinder a dark color, as this can cause the cylinder and its contents to over-

heat.

• The LP cylinder must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.

Safety

Gas Hookup

Fig. 4

Fig. 5

Page 4

Hooking Up to the LP (Propane) Gas Supply

For Your Safety

1. WARNING : Never store or use gasoline or any

other volatile substance in the vicinity of this Grill.

2. WARNING : Never store a spare propane cylinder

in the vicinity of this Grill, or in the vicinity of any other

potential heat source.

LP (Propane) Gas Supply Connection

1. Always place the propane tank in the tank locator hole in

the bottom pan of the cylinder compartment, with valve

opening facing outward.

2. Always confirm that all burner control knobs are in the OFF

position before activating the gas supply.

3. Always connect the gas supply regulator as follows :

• Insert the nipple of the valve coupling into the tank valve and

tighten the connection collar by turning it clockwise with one

hand while holding the regulator with the other, (see Fig. 4).

WARNING : Always conduct a leak test before lighting the Grill, to

prevent a possible fire or explosion (see page 5).

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