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MODEL
#DB250
MODEL
#DB375
LP GAS COOKER
OWNER’S MANUAL
SAFETY ALERTS, ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
This Instruction Manual contains important information necessary for the proper
assembly and safe use of this appliance. You must carefully read and follow all warnings and
instructions in this manual before assembling and using this appliance.
KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING
• The maximum size cooking vessel for frying with this cooker using oil/gr
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CONTENTS Warnings & Dangers 1 - 8 Operating Instructions 18 Assembly Instructions 9 Test Your Thermometer and Placement 18 - 19 LP Gas Cylinder Specifications 10 - 11 How to Determine Proper Amount of Liquid 19 - 20 for Boiling, Steaming or Frying Regulator Hose Assembly 12 Boiling Instructions 20 - 21 Connecting Regulator Hose Assembly to Cooker 12 Steaming Instructions 22 Connecting Regulator Hose Assembly 13 to LP Gas Cylinder Frying Instructions 22 - 24 Gas Leak Testing 13 - 14 Cooking Oil:
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NOTE TO CONSUMER This LP Gas Cooker is a specialized high pressure gas appliance having greater heat output than traditional kitchen stoves. It is referred to as cooker and appliance in this manual and on warning tags. Same as a kitchen stove, this cooker does not have automatic thermostat controls so must be attended and monitored at all times during use. This LP Gas Cooker is for OUTDOOR USE ONLY! Do not use a cooking vessel larger than 60-quart for boiling or 36-quart for frying on this cook
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS WARNING This cooker does not have automatic thermostat controls. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion which could cause property damage, personal injury or death! ALWAYS OUTDOOR USE ONLY! NEVER NEVER operate in a open area Do not operate inside use under any LEAVE COOKER a minimum of 10-ft from garages, carports roof or overhang. UNATTENDED! buildings, trees or patios. and overhangs. NEVER NEVER NEVER! NEVER use on decks, boats or
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WARNING • This cooker is a high pressure gas appliance for OUTDOOR USE ONLY. • This cooker does not have automatic thermostat controls so must be attended and monitored at all times during use. • If having any doubts or concerns about your ability to use this product call 800-864-6194. • Should you still have concerns about operating this product, then do not use. Contact your dealer for return and refund. • The warnings and safety instructions in this manual MUST be followed to provide reasonab
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WARNING COOKING WITH OIL OR GREASE • This cooker does not have automatic thermostat controls so must be attended and monitored at all times during oil heat up and frying. • For frying with this cooker, do not use a cooking vessel larger than 36-quart or smaller than 12 inches diameter. • When cooking with oil/grease, a thermometer must be used. Follow instructions in this manual for proper installation and use of your frying thermometer. • Follow instructions contained in this manual for proper
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DANGER IF OIL OR GREASE FIRE OCCURS In the event of an oil/grease fire, do not attempt to extinguish with water. Immediately call your local Fire Department. A Type BC or ABC dry chemical fire extinguisher may in some cases contain the fire. If a fire occurs INSIDE THE COOKING VESSEL follow these steps. • Turn off gas supply. • Wearing a protective glove, cover the pot with a lid. DO NOT re-open lid as the oil/grease fire could re-ignite. Allow cooking vessel to cool down to 115˚F (45˚C) before
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WARNING THERMOMETER & OIL TEMPERATURE • This gas appliance does not have automatic thermostat controls so must be attended and monitored at all times during use. • When cooking with oil or grease, a thermometer MUST be used for reasonable temperature reading. Follow instructions for proper testing, installation and use of a thermometer on pages 18 - 19 in this manual. • Test your thermometer before each use. If your thermometer does not function properly, a replacement thermometer must be obtain
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WARNING LP GAS CYLINDER • Use only a 20 pound LP Gas Cylinder or smaller with a protective collar. • LP (propane) gas is colorless, tasteless, heavier than air, and is both flammable and explosive. Combustion of propane consumes oxygen and produces carbon monoxide, a poisonous gas. Therefore, never operate an outdoor cooker appliance inside a building or confined area where ventilation may be restricted. Make sure the LP cylinder and the cooker are placed in an open area. DO NOT obstruct the flo
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WARNING GENERAL OPERATING - CONTINUED • Even when burner is set at a low flame, never leave the cooker unattended. Cooking oil/grease will heat up quickly and ignite at 550˚F to 700˚F (287˚C to 371˚C). • Keep children and pets away from the cooking area at all times. Carefully monitor all activity around cooker to avoid burns or other injuries. • This appliance will be hot during and after use. Use insulated oven mitts or gloves for protection from hot surfaces or splatter from cooking liquids.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR COOKER. Inspect contents in the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged. FOR MISSING PARTS OR ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CALL 1-800-864-6194 M-F 8am - 5pm CST. Proof of purchase will be required. Model #DB250 TOOLS REQUIRED: PARTS INCLUDED: Adjustable Wrench 2 - BG10 Burners 1- Frame 1- Regulator 4- PC. Extension 4- Long Bolts 4- Wing Nuts with Air Shutter Phillips Head Sc
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LP GAS CYLINDER SPECIFICATIONS DANGER CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD This appliance can produce carbon monoxide which has no odor. Using it in an enclosed space can kill you. Never use this appliance in an enclosed space such as a camper, tent, car or home. WARNING LP GAS CYLINDER (NOT SUPPLIED WITH THIS COOKER) The LP (Liquid Propane) gas cylinder specifically designed to be used with this cooker must have a 20 lb (9.1 kg) capacity incorporating a Type-1 cylinder valve and an over-filling protection de
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WARNING • Turn off the cylinder valve when your cooker is not in use. Cylinder • Handle the LP gas cylinder with care. Valve • Always secure the LP gas cylinder in an upright position. • Never connect an unregulated LP gas cylinder to your cooker. • DO NOT expose LP gas cylinders to excessive heat or ignition sources. Store upright with Protective Cap • DO NOT store a spare LP gas cylinder near your cooker. CLOSED Use and store cylinder • Allow only qualified LP gas dealers to fill or rep
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REGULATOR HOSE ASSEMBLY Brass Valves TYPE-1 Your cooker is equipped with a Type-1 connection device Connector with the following features: Coupling Nut 1. The system will not allow gas flow from the cylinder until a positive connection to the cylinder valve has been made. For connection to LP Gas Cylinder NOTE: The cylinder valve must be turned off (clockwise) before any connection is made or removed. For connection Brass Orifice 2. A flow limiting device, when activated, restricts the to Burner
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WARNING Insure the cylinder valve is CLOSED (valve turned clockwise) prior to connecting the LP gas cylinder to your cooker. Turn brass valves on the regulator clockwise to properly close the flow of gas. Read and follow all instructions and warnings on the supply hose safety tags. Read and follow all warnings in this manual concerning the safe use of LP gas cylinders and the regulator hose assembly, before connecting cylinder to cooker. Read and follow all warnings on the LP gas cylinder. CO
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GAS LEAK TEST INSTRUCTIONS Note: The gas leak test must be performed in an area that has adequate lighting in order to see if bubbles are developing. DO NOT use a flashlight to check for bubbbles. 1. Create a mixture of 50% water and 50% liquid dishwashing soap. 2. Turn the gas cylinder valve to the OFF position (clockwise). Then turn both brass valves to OFF position (clockwise). 3. To turn ON the fuel supply, turn the cylinder valve knob one turn counter-clockwise. Gas will flow through and st
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PRE-COOKING CHECK LIST WARNING DO NOT operate this cooker until you have read and understand ALL of the warnings and instructions in this manual. Property damage, bodily harm, severe burns and death could result from failure to follow these safety steps. These steps should be performed after the cooker has been assembled, stored, moved, cleaned, or repaired. 1. Insure that the cooker is properly assembled and connected to propane cylinder. 2. Position the cooker on level ground in a well ventil
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O O N N - - O C C N O O O - O U U O F P C N N F F E O T T F - N E E U - C R R V N L - - C LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR SAFETY: WARNING DO NOT stand with head, body or arms over the cooker when lighting. Loose clothing and hair can catch fire during lighting and operation. Follow these instructions exactly. Read and follow all warnings and instructions in this manual before using your cooker. 1. Make sure both brass valves and cylinder valve are in the OFF position. 2. Turn ON the fuel supply
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O O F F F F - - C L C BURNER FLAME CHECK ORANGE Adjust flame height using brass valves. Rotate air control shutter BURNER BLUE FLAME to achieve mostly blue flame. The air control shutter mounted on the front of burner helps to control the amount of air that mixes with the LP gas. A blue flame with little or no yellow flame indicates a proper air/gas mixture and provides the best heat. Adjust the air control shutter until CORRECT INCORRECT the desired flame is achieved. NOTE: Make sure the male f
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 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. • The maximum size cooking vessel for frying with this cooker using oil/grease is 36-quart. The maximum size cooking vessel for boiling or steaming with this cooker is 60-quart. Do not use a cooking vessel smaller than 12-inches diameter. • Determine what size cooking vessel to use
