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Outdoor LP Gas Barbecue Grill Model No. GBC1025W
Contact 1.800.762.1142 for assistance. Do not return to place of purchase.
For great recipes and tips, visit recipes.uniflame.com
Caution: If burner flame goes out during operation, immediately turn
the gas (OFF) and open lid to let the gas clear for about 5 minutes
before re-lighting.
Turning Off
1. Turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED”.
2. Turn all control knobs clockwise to the (OFF) position.
Note: A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the LP gas is burned.
Direct Cooking
Cooking directly over hot burners is ideal for searing in juices and grilling food requiring
less than 25 minutes of grilling time, such as steaks, hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken parts,
vegetables and fruit.
1. Open lid and ignite the desired burner(s) per lighting instructions in owner’s manual.
2. Close lid and preheat grill on (HIGH).
3. Wear protective gloves and use long handle tongs to place food onto cooking grids above the
lit burners.
4. Adjust controls to desired flame height.
5. With lid open or closed, cook until desired internal food temperatures are achieved.
6. Turn grill OFF by turning the LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED”. Burn off remaining gas in lines
by waiting 15 seconds then turn all burner controls to the (OFF) position. A “poof” sound is
normal as the last of the LP gas is burned.
For more tips on direct cooking please see “Tips for Better Cookouts and Longer Grill Life”
Indirect Cooking
Not cooking directly over hot burners is ideal for slow cooking and foods requiring more than
25 minutes such as most roasts, loins, chops, whole chickens, turkey, fish and baked goods.
1. Open lid and ignite the desired burner(s) per lighting instructions in owner’s manual.
2. Close lid and preheat grill on (HIGH).
3. Wear protective gloves and use long handle tongs to place food onto cooking grids above the
un-lit burners.
4. Adjust controls to desired flame height.
5. With lid closed, cook until desired internal food temperatures are achieved.
6. Turn grill OFF by turning the LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED”. Burn off remaining gas in lines
by waiting 15 seconds then turn all burner controls to the (OFF) position. A “poof” sound is
normal as the last of the LP gas is burned.
For more tips on indirect cooking please see “Tips for Better Cookouts and Longer Grill Life”
Controlling Flare-ups
Caution: Putting out grease fires by closing the lid is not possible.
• Do not use water on a grease fire. This can cause the grease to
splatter and could result in serious burns, bodily harm or other
damage. If a grease fire develops, turn knobs (OFF) and LP gas
tank valve “CLOSED”.
• Do not leave grill unattended while preheating or burning off
food residue on (HIGH). If grill has not been regularly cleaned, a
grease fire can occur that may damage the product.
WARNING: When cooking, fire extinguishing materials shall be readily
accessible. In the event of an oil/grease fire, do not attempt to
extinguish with water. Use type BC dry chemical fire extinguisher or
smother with dirt, sand or baking soda.
Flare-ups are a part of cooking meats on a grill, and adds to the unique flavor of grilling.
Excessive flare-ups can over-cook your food and cause a dangerous situation for you
and your grill.
Important: Excessive flare-ups result from the build-up of grease in the bottom of your grill.
Minimize Flare-ups:
1. Trim excess fat from meats prior to cooking.
2. Cook high fat contents meats on (LOW) setting or indirectly.
3. Ensure that your grill is on hard, level, non-combustible surface and the grease is allowed to
drain into grease cup.
Tips for Better Cookouts and Longer Grill Life
1. For great recipes and tips, visit recipes.uniflame.com
2. For food safety tips visit: http://www.fsis.usda.gov/Fact_Sheets/Barbecue_Food_Safety/
3. Use the upper cooking grid (warming rack) for keeping cooked food warm, toasting breads or
cooking delicate foods in aluminum foil pouches.
4. Use the side burner of this appliance like a normal kitchen range for boiling, sautéing or
frying.
5. To keep food from sticking to the grids, spray or coat with cooking oil before lighting.
6. To reduce flare-up keep grill clean, use lean cuts of meat (or trim fat) and avoid cooking on
very high temperatures.
7. Place delicate foods like fish and vegetables in aluminum foil pouches and indirect cook or
place on upper cooking levels (warming rack).
WARNING: Never cover entire cooking area with aluminum foil.
8. To avoid losing natural juices, use long handled tongs or spatulas instead of forks and turn
foods over just once during cooking.
9. When direct cooking adjust your burners to different levels so foods can be prepared to
different internal temperatures in the same time frame.
10. When indirect cooking roasts and larger cuts of meat, place meat onto a roasting rack
inside a heavy gauge metal pan. Place pan over the un-lit burners.
11. Try water pans to reduce flare-ups and cook juicer meats. Before starting grill remove
cooking grids and place a heavy duty shallow pan directly on heat plates. Fill half way with
water, fruit juices or other flavored liquids. Replace cooking grids and position food over the
loaded pan.
12. Enhance food flavors by using wood chips in smoker boxes or aluminum foil pouches.
Follow the wood manufacturer’s instructions.
13. Grill baskets, vertical poultry holders and other accessories can enhance your experiences,
reduce cooking times and aid in clean-up.
14. Clean cooking grids and racks after every use with a quality grill bush designed for your
grid material. Wear protective gloves and gently remove the build-up while grids are hot.
15. After every use, allow grill to cool. Then protect clean cooking grids with a light coat of
cooking oil, empty grease pan, wipe outside surfaces with a suitable kitchen cleaner and
protect surfaces with a quality cover that properly fits your grill.
16. Watch barbecue themed TV shows or purchase related barbecue cookbooks to learn more
interesting tips like –
A gas grill is ideal for reheating leftover pizza. Set burners on low and place pizza slices
directly on preheated cooking grid. Close lid and cook until cheese starts to bubble.
Operating Side Burner
NOTE: Side burner can be used while main burners are operating.
Never use side burner as a grill.
CAUTION: Maximum load for sideburner and side shelf is 22 lbs.
CAUTION: Using pots larger than 6 quarts in capacity could exceed
weight limit of the side burner shelf, resulting in failure of grill cart
components.
CAUTION: DO NOT lean on the side burner shelf.
Lighting
1. Open lid. Attempting to light the burner with the lid closed may cause an explosion!
2. Make sure there are no obstructions of airflow to the burner. Spiders and insects can nest
within and clog the burner / venturi tube at the orifice. A clogged burner tube can lead to a
fire beneath the appliance.
3. Control knob must be in the (OFF) position.
(Figure 7)
4. Turn LP gas tank valve to “OPEN”.
5. Push and turn control knob counterclockwise to
(HIGH).
6. Press the (electronic igniter) button and hold for
up to 5 seconds to light burner.
7. If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn burner
control knob (OFF), wait 5 minutes and repeat
lighting procedure.
8. If igniter does not light burner, use a lit match
secured with the lighting rod provided to light
burners manually. Position the lit match near side of
the burner. (Figure 8)
Important: Always use the lighting rod provided when
lighting burners with a match.
9. After lighting, observe the burner flame, make sure
all burner ports are lit and flame height matches
illustration. (Figure 9)
Caution: If burner flame goes out
during operation, immediately turn the
gas (OFF) and let the gas clear for
about 5 minutes before re-lighting.
Turning Off
1. Turn LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED”.
2. Turn control knob clockwise to the (OFF) position.
Note: A “poof” sound is normal as the last of the LP
gas is burned.
Cooking
1. Open lid and ignite the burner per lighting
instructions in owner’s manual.
2. Adjust controls to desired flame height.
3. Place pan on center of grid.
4. Cook and adjust temperature as needed.
5. Turn grill OFF by turning the LP gas tank valve to “CLOSED”. Burn off remaining gas in lines
by waiting 15 seconds then turn all burner controls to the (OFF) position. A “poof” sound is
normal as the last of the LP gas is burned.
Figure 7
Figure 8
Figure 9
Burner
Flame
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Slight
Blue
Dark
Blue
Operating Instructions