Cleaning and care, Operating instructions, Caution – Blue Rhino NBC1218G User Manual
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Outdoor LP Gas Barbecue Grill Model No. NBC1218G
Contact 1.800.762.1142 for assistance. Do not return to place of purchase.
Turning Off
Turn control knob to the “Lock Off” position .
Initial Use
Before cooking on this grill for the first time, operate the grill for about 15 minutes with
the lid closed and the gas turned on “HIGH .” This will “heat clean” the internal parts and
dissipate odor from the manufacturing processes .
Cooking
1 . Light burner per lighting instructions .
2 . Set burner to desired temperature
3 . Place food on grid .
4 . With lid open or closed, cook until desired internal temperatures are achieved .
Tips For Better Cook Outs and Longer Product Life
1 . Spray or coat cooking surfaces with vegetable oil before cooking to avoid sticking .
2 . Place vegetables or delicate foods into aluminum foil pouches .
3 . Use a quality grill brush after each event to keep cooking surfaces clean and rust free .
4 . A one pound tank will provide approximately 2 hours of cooking time with control on
“HIGH” .
Cleaning and Care
Caution
1. All cleaning and maintenance should be done when grill is cool
and with the fuel supply disconnected.
2. DO NOT clean any grill part in a self cleaning oven. The extreme heat
will damage the finish.
Notices
1. Abrasive cleaners will damage this product.
2. Never use oven cleaner to clean any part of grill.
3. Do not clean any grill part in a self cleaning oven. The extreme heat will damage
the finish.
Cleaning Surfaces
1 . Wipe surfaces clean with mild dishwashing detergent or baking soda .
2 . For stubborn surfaces use a citrus based degreaser and a nylon scrubbing brush .
3 . Rinse clean with water .
Cleaning Burner
1 . Turn gas off at the control knob and LP gas tank .
2 . Remove cooking grates and heat plate .
3 . Remove burner by removing the fasteners securing the burner to the grill bottom .
4 . Lift burner up and away from gas valve orifice .
5 . Disconnect wire from spark electrode .
6 . Clean inlet (venturi) of burner with small bottle brush or compressed air .
7 . Remove all food residue and dirt on burner surface .
8 . Clean any clogged ports with a stiff wire (such as an opened paper clip)
9 . Inspect burner for any damage (cracks or holes) . If damage is found, replace with new
burner .
10 . Reinstall burner, check to insure that gas valve orifices are correctly positioned inside
burner inlet (venturi) . Also check position of spark electrode .
Operating Instructions
This grill is designed to operate with a (DOT 39 Cylinder) one pound 7-3/8” high disposable
/ 16 .4 oz . propane gas tank .
DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REFILL ANY ONE POUND (16.4 oz.)
PROPANE GAS TANKS!
Connecting Gas Tank
Lubricate the threads of the regulator valve with petroleum jelly, insert the gas tank into the
regulator valve and hand-tighten firmly . Test for leaks
Checking for Leaks
Burner Connection
Make sure the control valve is securely fastened to the burner .
If your unit was assembled for you, visually check the connection between the burner
pipe and control valve . Make sure the burner pipe fits over the control valve .
WARNING: Failure to inspect this connection or follow these
instructions could cause a fire or an explosion which can cause
death, serious bodily injury, or damage to property.
If the burner pipe does not rest flush to the control valve, please contact
1 .800 .762 .1142 for assistance .
Regulator / 1# LP Gas Tank Connection
Make 2-3 oz . of leak solution by mixing one part liquid dishwashing soap with three
parts water .
Make sure control knob is off .
Spoon several drops of solution, or use squirt bottle, at the LP gas tank to regulator
connection .
Inspect the solution at the connection, looking for bubbles . If NO bubbles appear, the
connections are secure . If bubbles appear, you have a leak .
Loosen and retighten this connection, making sure the connection is secure .
Retest with solution . If you continue to see bubbles after several attempts, disconnect
propane source and contact 1 .800 .762 .1142 for assistance .
Lighting
WARNING: To avoid electrical shock,
inspect before each use to make sure
the igniter and wire are fully connected.
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 gas unit . 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 “Lock Off” position .
4 . Turn the control knob to “HIGH”
5 . Press the ignitor button repeatedly to light burner .
6 . If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn
burner control knob OFF, wait 5 minutes and
repeat lighting procedure .
7 . If ignitor does not light burner, use a match to
light burner manually . Access the burner through
the hole in bottom bowl as indicated .
8 . After lighting, observe the burner flame . Make
sure all burner ports are lit and flame height
matches illustration .
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.
LOCKOFF
OFF
LOW
MED
HIGH
PUSH
TO
TURN ON
Match
1/2"
12.7 mm
6.4mm
0mm
1/4"
0"
Proper flame height .
Flame