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Installation / Assembly Cabinet Cut-out Dimensions . . . . . . . . 5 . . . . . LP Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . Natural Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 . . . . . . . . . . . Leak Testing Procedure . . . . . . . . . . 9 . . . . . . . Installing the Grill in a Barbecue Island . . 10 Griddle Placement . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 . . . . . . . . Grill Lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 . 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Your Grill Grill Controls . . . . .
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Safety Instructions 1 Safety Instructions WARNING: Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage. Read the installation, operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment. Placement and Location The Cal Flame hibachi grill is designed for outdoor use only. • Never locate this appliance in an enclosed room, under a sealed overhead structure, or in any type of enclosed area such as a ga- r
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2 • Before you start cooking, clean the entire grill thoroughly with hot, soapy water. This is necessary to remove residual solvents, oil and grease used in the manufacturing process. Operation • Do not use the hibachi grill for other than intended use. • Never use the hibachi grill if the drip pan is not properly installed. Drip pan should be pushed all the way in under the grill. Fire or explosion can result from an improperly installed drip pan. • Keep all electrical supply cords away f
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Safety Instructions 3 • Do not heat any unopened glass or metal container of food on the hibachi grill. Pressure may build up and cause the container to burst, possibly resulting in serious personal injury or damage to the grill. • Do not reach over your hibachi grill or any other surfaces when hot or in use. Maintenance and Repair • Spiders and other insects can nest in the burners and block the gas and airflow to the burner ports. This creates a dangerous condition that can result in a f
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4 Installation / Assembly Most cities and counties require permits for exterior construction. In addition, some communities have codes requiring residential barriers such as fencing and/or self-closing gates on property to prevent unsu- pervised access to the property by children under the age of five. Your dealer can provide information on which permits may be required and how to obtain them prior to the delivery of your equipment. We recommend the installation, adjustment and service of yo
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Installation / Assembly 5 Cabinet Cut-out Dimensions Your Cal Flame hibachi grill is designed for easy installation into a non-combustible enclosure. The supporting deck or counter must be flat and level. When determining the final location of your hibachi grill, adequate cross ventilation must be present to prevent gas from being trapped in the event of a leak. The drawings below show the different types of cabinet cut-out di- mensions for the hibachi grill. Width Depth Height 22 7/8” 22
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6 LP Gas Tank Requirements For plumbed-in LP installation, use a convertible regulator and set it for LP gas. Maximum line pressure for plumbed-in propane is 14” WC (3.5 kPa). Minimum line pressure for propane is 11” WC. The grill unit must be used with the gas pressure regulator. The regula- tor will control and maintain a uniform gas pressure in the manifold. The burner orifices have been sized for the gas pressure delivered by the regulator. WARNING: Attempting to operate the grill unit
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Installation / Assembly 7 The maximum fuel capacity is 20 lbs. of propane, or 5 gallons. Full cyl- inder weight should be approximately 38 lbs. (43.7 lbs. nominal water capacity.) Never fill the cylinder beyond 80% full. Place the dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is not in use. Only install the type of dust cap on the cylinder valve outlet that is provided with the cylinder valve. Other types of caps or plugs may result in leakage of propane. LP Gas Hook Up An enc
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8 Natural Gas Requirements Always check the rating plate to make sure the gas supply you are hooking up to is the gas type the grill is manufactured for. IMPORTANT: Never connect the grill to an unregulated gas supply. The installation of this appliance must conform with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, to the national fuel gas code, ANSI Z223.1a-1998. Installation in Canada must be in accordance with the standard CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane Installation Code. A licensed contractor
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Installation / Assembly 9 Leak Testing Procedure Perform a leak test at least once a year whether the gas supply cylinder has been disconnected or not. In addition, whenever the gas cylinder is connected to the regulator or whenever any part of the gas system is disconnected or replaced, perform a leak test. As a safety precaution, remember to always leak test your grill out- doors in a well-ventilated area. Never smoke or permit sources of igni- tion in the area while doing a leak test.
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10 Installing the Grill in a Barbecue Island You may need a second person to help you to avoid damag- ing the grill or your barbecue island. Before installing a grill in any island or cut out, make sure that the opening is not bigger than the outside frame of the grill unit. The grill should rest on the lip of the frame. Pay careful attention to the location of the gas line. It should be routed away from sources of heat and should make as few bends as possible. Check to see if the gas l
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Installation / Assembly 11 Griddle Placement If you need to remove the griddle for cleaning or maintenance, you need to replace it as shown below. The griddle is positioned at a slight incline to allow grease to run off to the drain. Grill Lid The grill lid is attached to the unit by two hinges on each side. Each hinge has a detachable hinge pin that removes easily when pulled out. Always keep the grill lid up while burners are lit. Never put the lid down when using the grill. This will
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12 Using Your Grill Read all instructions before you operate your hibachi grill. We recommend you wash your entire grill with soap and water prior to lighting it for the first time. Oils are used during the manufacturing process and some residual oil may still be on the stainless steel parts of your grill. Washing will reduce the possibility of discoloration. We also recommend you keep your grill covered when not in use. This will minimize the amount of dust and dirt that accumulates on yo
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Using Your Grill 13 Basic Grill Operation Before lighting, make sure all burner controls are off. Do not attempt to light the burners if the smell of gas is present. Check the connection with a soap and water solution after attaching the hose. For LP units, make sure there is gas in the tank and it is sitting upright. For natural gas units, make sure the shut off valve is on. 1. Make sure the drip tray is in place. 2. Light the grill burners using the instructions on the next page. 3. Turn
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14 Each time you light the grill, check the following: • Inspect the hose before using the grill. If there is excessive abra- sion or wear, or if the hose is cut, it must be replaced prior to using the grill. If you need a replacement hose, contact your Cal Flame dealer. • Ensure the area around the grill is clear of flammable substances such as gasoline, yard debris, wood, etc. • Ensure there is no blockage of the airflow through the vent space located below the face of the unit. • Ensure t
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Using Your Grill 15 Manually Lighting the Grill WARNING: Do not use standard matches or cigarette lighters to perform match lighting procedures. Serious burns can occur and lighters can explode. 1. Lift the cover. 2. If you have just attempted to light the burner, allow five minutes for any accumulated gas to dissipate. 3. Slide out the drip tray from the grill. 4. Keep your face as far away from the burners as possible. 5. Light and insert a long stem match, holding it near the burner por
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16 Cleaning and Maintenance To ensure safe and proper maintenance, we recommend you follow these directions carefully. Clean internal parts of the grill regularly as determined by the amount of use and foods cooked. The entire grill should be cleaned at least once a year. In addition, keep the area around your grill clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids. Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. These instructions descr
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Cleaning and Maintenance 17 Cleaning Products and Materials Avoid using these common cleaning products and materials – they will damage the surface of your stainless steel. • CLR • Lime-Away • Oven cleaner • Cleansers such as Ajax or Comet • Ammonia • Bleach • Chlorine • Steel wool pads • Wire brushes • Scrapers • Pumice We recommend these products for cleaning your stainless steel: • Mild dish detergent such as Dawn • Formula 409 • Fantastik • Sheila Shine (exterior ONLY) • WD-40 (exterior ONL
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18 1 . Clean Thoroughly clean stains, food, and grime using a sponge or damp cloth with warm water and a mild dish soap. Use Fantastik or For- mula 409 to remove heavier soil. 2 . Rinse Thoroughly rinse all surfaces and dry them completely with a clean towel. Do not allow stainless steel to air dry. 3 . Polish We strongly recommend that you apply a surface protectant to all exposed stainless steel surfaces. Spray a small amount of WD-40 or Sheila Shine on a piece of paper towel and rub with
