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Every time you use your barbecue, make sure that:
1. The area around the barbecue is clear of
flammable substances such as gasoline, yard
debris, wood, etc.
2. There is no blockage of the air flow through the
vent space located below the face of the unit.
3. When using propane gas:
a. The special ventilation openings in the
enclosure are kept free and clear of debris.
b. If connected to a propane cylinder, the
rubber hose attached to the regulator is
carefully inspected before each use.
c. The propane cylinder, regulator and
rubber hose are installed in a location not
subject to heating above 125° F (51° C).
4. The burner flames burn evenly along both sides
of each burner with a steady flame (mostly blue
with yellow tipping). See 'Air Shutter Adjustment'
on page 5. If burner flames are not normal, check
the orifice and burner for insects or insect nests
(see page 4 under 'Checking Barbecue Fuel
Orifice Size', for burner removal and replacement).
5. The drip collector holes are clear and unobstructed.
Excessive grease deposits can result in a grease
fire.
6. The drip pan has been emptied.
7. The in-line gas valve or gas cylinder valve is always
shut-off when the barbecue is not in use.
DRIP COLLECTION SYSTEM
The drip collection system consists of 2 drip collectors
and a drip pan. Prior to use, lift out the flavor grid. Insert
and slide the drip pan to the far left end of the track
provided at the bottom of the frame.
NOTE: The drip pan and 2 drip collectors are designed
to be removed and replaced without removing the
burners.
The flavor grids must be removed for access to the drip
collectors and pan. This should be done while the unit
is cool and the grid replaced again before lighting.
The drip collectors should be installed to rest under the
burners, in the center of the unit, on the straps above
the drip pan. The drain holes must be to the left end of
the unit, and the collector with the hooking lip should be
nearer the back of the unit and hooked over the other
collector. When properly placed, the collectors will lie
flat on the straps and direct any dripping from above or
runoff from the liner to the drip pan.
To install the collectors, they must be tilted and inserted
between the burners and under the left end of the liner
first, until they will clear the liner at the right end before
lowering to the straps and centering in place for use.
The collectors may be unhooked and pushed apart for
removal of the drip pan without removing the collectors
or burners.
PREPARING THE BARBECUE FOR COOKING
To extend the life of your Fire Magic Barbecue, follow
these steps prior to cooking:
1. Begin by heating the unit at a normal cooking
temperature for several minutes.
2. Then open the control valve to the 'HIGH' setting
to burn off residue remaining from prior use.
3. When the barbecue has heated sufficiently, set
heat to the desired cooking level.
4. When using a smoke oven, closing the cover
during the preheat period will accelerate the
preparation process. Do not operate unattended
at high flame as cooking temperatures will quickly
be exceeded.
WARNING: Never cover the
entire
cooking or
grill surface with griddles or pans. Overheating
will occur and burners will not perform
properly when combustion heat is trapped
below the cooking surface.
CAUTION: Never spray water on a hot barbecue
as this may damage the unit.
SAFETY INFORMATION
VENT SCREEN INSTALLATION
1. Take the top panel off by removing the valve and
ignitor knobs and turning the screw fasteners
counterclockwise to release.
2. Place the screen around the outside upper flange of
the shell.
3. Place the top panel over the screen and turn the
screw fasteners clockwise to tighten.
Screen
Top Panel
Screw
Fastener
Note: Edge of screen with
the holes, must be down to
provide venting.
Figure 8
ADJUSTING YOUR BARBECUE (cont.)
BARBECUE SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE