SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSWhen using the grill, do not touch the grill rack,burner grate or immediate surroundings as theseareas become extremely hot and could causeburns. Use only dry potholders. Moist or damppotholders on hot surfaces may cause steam burns.Do not use a towel or bulky cloth in place ofpotholders. Do not allow potholders to touch hotportions of the grill rack.Grease is flammable. Let hot grease cool beforeattempting to handle it. Do not allow greasedeposits to collect in the grease tray at the bottomof the grill’s firebox. Clean the grease tray often.Do not use aluminum foil to line the grill racks orgrill bottom. This can severely upset combustion airflow or trap excessive heat in the control area.For proper lighting and performance of the burners,keep the burner ports clean. It is necessary to cleanthem periodically for optimum performance. Theburners will only operate in one position and mustbe mounted correctly for safe operation.Clean the grill with caution. To avoid steam burns,do not use a wet sponge or cloth to clean the grillwhile it is hot. Some cleaners produce noxiousfumes or can ignite if applied to a hot surface.INSECT WARNINGSpiders and other insects can nest inside theburners of this and other grills, which could disruptgas flow. This dangerous condition could cause afire behind and beneath the valve panel, damagingthe grill and making it unsafe for operation.Inspect the grill at least twice a year.Never use a dented or rusty propane cylinder.Turn off all control knobs and make certain the grillis cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner onor around it. The chemical that produces thespraying action could, in the presence of heat,ignite or cause metal parts to corrode.Do not use the grill to cook excessively fatty meatsor other products which promote flare-ups.Do not operate the grill under unprotectedcombustible constructions. Use only in wellventilated areas. Do not use in buildings, garages,sheds, breezeways or other such enclosed areas.This unit is intended for outdoor use only.Keep the areas surrounding the grill free fromcombustible materials including, fluids, trash, andvapors such as gasoline or charcoal lighter fluid. Donot obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilationair. If the unit is stored indoors, make sure it is cool.Do not use briquettes of any kind in the grill.The 720-0171 liquid propane gas grill is designedfor optimum performance without the use ofbriquettes. Do not place briquettes on the flametamers as this will block the vent to the grill burners.Adding briquettes can damage ignition componentsand knobs, thus voiding the warranty.Keep the back of the cart free and clear fromdebris. Keep electrical supply cords and therotisserie motor cord away from heated areas of thegrill.Never use the grill in extremely windy conditions. Iflocated in a consistently windy area (oceanfront,mountaintop, etc.), a windbreak will be required.Always adhere to the clearance specifications.PLACEMENT OF THE GRILLLOCATIONWhen determining a suitable location take intoaccount concerns such as exposure to wind,proximity to traffic paths, and keeping gas supplylines as short as possible.Place the grill in well-ventilated areas. Never placethe grill in a building, garage, breezeway, shed orother such enclosed areas. During heavy use, thegrill will produce a lot of smoke.CLEARANCENon-Combustible ConstructionA minimum of 3 inches clearance from the backof the grill to non-combustible materials arerequired for the lid to open fully.WARNINGDo not install this unit into combustibleenclosures. There should be a minimumclearance of 24 inches from all sides tocombustible materials.5