Ducane Meridian 2020802 User Manual

ASSEMBLY, ENSAMBLAJE, ASSEMBLAGE - PG 4
Customer Service: 1-800-382-2637 #2020802
 DANGER
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flames.
3. Open lid.
4. If odor continues, keep away from the
appliance and immediately call your gas
supplier or your fire department.
Leaking gas may cause a fire or explosion
which can cause serious bodily injury or
death, or damage to property.
 WARNING
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable liquids or vapors in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
2. An LP cylinder not connected for use
shall not be stored in the vicinity of this
or any other appliance.
WARNING: Follow all leak-check
procedures carefully in this manual prior
to barbecue operation. Do this even if the
barbecue was dealer-assembled.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These instructions
must be left with the owner and the owner
should keep them for future use.
THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR
OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
WARNING: Do not try to light this
appliance without reading the “Lighting
Instructions” section of this manual.
You must read this owner’s Guide
before operatinG Your Gas Grill
2020802_US 09/15/06 NG
US ENGLISH
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
NATURAL GAS GRILL OWNER'S MANUAL
GUÍA DEL PROPIETARIO DE LA PARRILLA DE GAS NATURAL - PG 25
GUIDE DE L’UTILISATEUR DU BARBECUE AU GAZ NATUREL
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PG 41

Ducane Meridian 2020802 Specifications

General

Brand	Ducane
Model	Meridian 2020802
Category	Grill
Language	English

Summary

Grill Safety Introduction

General Dangers and Warnings

Covers critical DANGER and WARNING statements for grill operation.

Customer Service and Manual Reference

Information on contacting customer service and saving the manual.

Grill Dangers and Warnings

Specific Gas Unit Safety

Details safety for Liquid Propane Gas units and general grill operation.

Assembly Safety Precautions

Handling Steel Parts Safely

Advises caution when handling fabricated steel parts to prevent cuts.

Assembly Parts and Tools

Tools and Parts Overview

Lists necessary tools and components for grill assembly.

Assembly Parts Listing

Components for Assembly

Continues the listing of parts required for grill assembly.

Assembly Steps Overview

Installing the Side Burner

Instructions and warnings for properly installing the side burner unit.

Grate and Burner Assembly

Steps for assembling the cooking grates and burner components.

Assembly Steps Overview

Side Shelf and Warming Rack Installation

Details on attaching side shelves and handling the warming rack during rotisserie use.

Assembly Steps Overview

Rotisserie Motor Setup

Instructions and warnings for mounting and storing the rotisserie motor.

Assembly Steps Overview

Gas Hose and Cabinet Assembly

Guides for routing the gas supply hose and assembling cabinet components.

Product Warranty Information

Ducane Grill Warranty Details

Details the warranty coverage for Ducane gas grills.

Installation and Location

Safe Grill Placement Guidelines

Guidelines for safe placement of the grill, including clearances.

Grill Leveling Importance

Importance of placing the grill on a level surface for proper operation.

Natural Gas Connection

Natural Gas Installation Guide

Provides guidance for natural gas installations and pipe sizing.

Portable Gas Grill Setup

Explains natural gas usage and portable installation procedures.

Gas Connection and Safety

Gas Leak Detection Procedures

Procedures and warnings for checking gas connections for leaks.

Lighting Your Grill Safely

Instructions and precautions for safely lighting the grill burners.

Normal Grill Operation

Snap Ignition for Main Burners

Steps for igniting the main burners using the snap ignition system.

Grill Preheating and Post-heating

Importance of preheating for cooking and post-heating for cleaning.

Lid Usage During Grilling

Guidance on cooking with the lid open or closed for different results.

Normal Grill Operation

Match Lighting Main Burners

Instructions for lighting main burners manually if snap ignition fails.

Normal Grill Operation

Side Burner Ignition Procedures

Procedures for igniting the side burner using snap ignition or match.

Normal Grill Operation

Rotisserie Burner Ignition

Instructions for lighting the rotisserie burner via electronic ignition or match.

Using the Rotisserie

Rotisserie Safety Warnings

Crucial safety guidelines for using the rotisserie attachment.

Rotisserie Assembly and Operation

Steps for assembling and operating the rotisserie, including food preparation.

Helpful Hints and Storage

Managing Grill Flare Ups

Tips for controlling and preventing flare-ups during grilling.

Rotisserie Motor Storage and Use

Best practices for using and storing the rotisserie motor.

Grill Storage and Maintenance Tips

Advice on moving portable grills and storing natural gas grills.

Troubleshooting Guide

Ignition System Issues

Diagnosing and fixing problems with the grill's ignition system.

Burner Flame Problems

Addressing issues with main burners, rotisserie ignition, and poor flame.

Grill Maintenance and Cleaning

Cleaning Grill Components

Instructions for cleaning the hood, grates, burner box, and cabinet.

Preventing Grease Fires

Recommendations to avoid grease fires through proper cleaning and checks.