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Gas Outdoor
Grill
Model 6355-T
OWNER’S MANUAL
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING
NOTICE TO INSTALLER:
HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION MAY
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
RESULT IF THESE WARNINGS AND
WITH THE GRILL OWNER FOR
INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED. READ
FUTURE REFERENCE.
AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO
AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING
DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE. THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IS TO ATTRACT YOUR ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE HAZARDS AS YOU ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL. WHEN YOU SEE THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION WHICH FOLLOWS! READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR GRILL. DANGER IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. Shut off gas to the appliance. 2. Extinguish any open flame. 3. Op
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TABLE OF CONTENTS General Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Installation and LP Cylinder Specifications and Safe Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6 Connecting LP Cylinder and Hose / Regulator to Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7 Leak Testing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–9 Pre-start Check List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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GENERAL WARNINGS WARNING • Never use natural gas in a unit designed for liquid propane gas. • Never use charcoal briquets or lighter fluid in a gas grill. • Leak test all connections before first use, even if grill was purchased fully assembled and after each tank refill. • Never check for leaks using a match or open flame. CAUTION! Strong odors, colds, sinus congestion, etc. may prevent the detection of propane. Use caution and common sense when testing for leaks. • Always keep your gas grill f
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WARNING • FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT operate indoors or in an enclosed area such as a garage, shed or breezeway. • Use your grill OUTDOORS in a well ventilated space away from dwellings or other buildings to prevent dangers associated with gas accumulation and toxic vapors. We recommend your grill be situated at least 10 feet (3.1 m) from buildings. • Maintain a minimum clearance of 36 inches (91 cm) between all sides of grill and walls or other combustible material. DO NOT use grill under ove
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CYLINDER SPECIFICATIONS: When purchasing or exchanging a cylinder for your gas grill, it must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339 Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for Transportation of Dangerous Goods; and Commission, as applicable; and provided with a listed over-filling prevention device (OPD), and provided with a cylinder connection device compatible wi
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WARNING FILLING THE LP GAS CYLINDER: • Allow only qualified LP gas dealers to properly fill or repair your LP gas cylinder. • New tanks should be purged prior to filling; inform LP gas dealer if you are using a new tank. • DO NOT allow the cylinder to be filled beyond 80% capacity. Over-filled tanks can create a dangerous condition. Over-filled tanks can build-up pressure and cause the relief valve to expel propane gas vapors. The vapor is combustible and if it comes in contact with a spark sour
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WARNING • Never use your grill without leak testing all gas connections and hoses. See the section on "Leak Testing" in this manual for proper procedures. WARNING The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with your gas grill must be used. • DO NOT attempt to connect it to any other fuel supply source such as a natural gas line. • DO NOT use any other pressure regulator/hose assembly other than the one supplied with your grill. Replacement pressure regulator/hose assembly must be part No
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DANGER LEAK TESTING: To prevent fire or explosion hazard: • DO NOT smoke or permit ignition sources in the area while conducting a leak test. • Perform test OUTDOORS only in a well ventilated area. • Never perform a leak test with a match or open flame. • Never perform a leak test while the grill is in use or while grill is still hot. WARNING WHEN TO PERFORM A LEAK TEST: • After assembling your grill and before lighting for the first time, even if purchased fully assembled. • Every time the LP g
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6. Check each place listed (A–K) for growing bubbles which indicates a leak. 7. Turn off gas supply at cylinder valve. 8. Turn on control knobs to release gas pressure in hose. 9. Turn control knobs to "OFF" position. 10. Tighten any leaking connections. 11. Repeat soapy water test until no leaks are detected. 12. Turn off gas supply at cylinder valve until you are ready to use your grill. 13. Wash off soapy residue with cold water and towel dry. 14. Wait 5 minutes to allow all gas to evacuate
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WARNING Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions contained in this manual. DO NOT skip any of the warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual. WARNING LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS: Follow the instructions exactly. 1. OPEN THE GRILL LID before attempting to light a burner so that fumes do not accumulate inside the grill. An explosion could occur if grill lid is down. 2. Check that all burner control knobs and the cylinder valve are turned to the "OFF" po
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LIGHTING THE SIDE BURNER: 1. Open lid before lighting side burner. 2. Make sure control knob is in the "OFF" position. 3. Push and turn side burner control knob to the "HIGH" position. 4. Press the electronic igniter on the main control panel and hold for 3–5 seconds to light burner. 5. If ignition does NOT occur in 5 seconds, turn control knob to "OFF", wait 5 minutes to allow gas to dissipate and repeat lighting procedure. 6. To turn off, turn the control knob clockwise until it locks in the "
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WARNING OPERATING THE GRILL: Never use Charcoal or Lighter Fluid inside your Gas Grill. Read and follow all warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual. BREAKING IN YOUR GRILL: • In manufacturing and preserving the components of your grill, oil residue may be present on the burner and cooking surfaces of your grill. • Before cooking on your grill for the first time you should preheat it for 15 minutes on "HIGH" to burn off these residual oils. PREHEATING THE GRIL
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ROTISSERIE COOKING: • Your grill was pre-drilled from factory to include mounting holes for a rotisserie (sold separately). Do not use a rotisserie not specifically manufactured for this grill. • Read and follow all instructions provided with the rotisserie. Save instructions for future reference. • Do not use the side burner when using a rotisserie. WARNING • When using an AC current rotisserie, it must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes: •
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GRILL COOKING TIPS CLEANLINESS • Always wash hands thoroughly with soap and hot water prior to handling food and after handling raw meat, uncooked poultry or seafood. • When using a platter to carry raw meat, uncooked poultry or seafood to the grill, make sure to wash the platter thoroughly with soap and hot water before placing cooked foods back on the platter or use different platters for raw and cooked foods. • Never use the same utensils when handling raw meat, uncooked poultry or seafood un
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CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE: • Keep the appliance free and clear of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. • Keep the ventilation openings of the cylinder enclosure free and clear of debris. • Visually check burner flames for proper operation (see pictorial in "Burner Assembly/Maintenance" under Proper Care and Maintenance). Spiders or other insects can nest in the burner causing gas blockage. • For safe grilling and peak performance of your grill, perform these ch
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COOKING GRILLS • Clean with mild soap detergent and water. A brass bristled brush or a nylon cleaning pad can be used to remove residue from the stainless steel surfaces. Do not use steel wire bristles to clean the cooking grills. Steel can cause the finish to chip or crack. DO NOT use a commercial oven cleaner. HEAT DISTRIBUTION PLATES • Periodically, it may be necessary to inspect and clean the heat distribution plate to prevent excess grease build-up. When the grill is cold, remove the cookin
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TROUBLE SHOOTING Problem: Possible Causes: 1. Check LP cylinder fuel level. 2. Bad electrode spark. Check to see if the grill will match light. Electrode or collector may need adjustment. • Burner will not light 3. Burner may not be properly seated. 4. Burner may be obstructed. 5. The cylinder valve may be closed. 6. Regulator is not properly seated on cylinder valve. 1. Burner holes may be obstructed. See section on "Burner Assembly/Maintenance" under Proper Care and Maintenance. • Fire at cont
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Your grill's serial number and model number, and the contact information for Brinkmann Customer Service, are listed on a silver label found on the back of the grill or on the grill body side, under the side shelf. These questions and answers are for your general knowledge, and may not be applicable to your model grill. Question: Why does my grill not light properly? Answer: Always follow lighting instructions as listed on the control panel or in this manual. Also check
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Cleaning Stainless Steel Cooking Grills: Wash grills with a mild detergent and rinse with hot water before initial use and as needed. DO NOT use a commercial oven cleaner. For stubborn food residue, use a degreaser and fiber or brass cleaning brush. Cleaning Porcelain-Finished Cast-Iron Cooking Grills: Wash grills with a mild detergent and rinse with hot water before initial use and as needed. For stubborn food residue, use a degreaser and fiber or brass cleaning brush
