This document is the Owner's Manual for the Weber Genesis Smart EX-325s and SX-325s Natural Gas (NG) grills. It provides comprehensive information on the grill's features, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, aiming to make users "the ultimate backyard hero."
The Weber Genesis Smart grills are high-performance gas grills designed for outdoor cooking. They integrate "WEBER CONNECT Technology" for enhanced control and monitoring via smart devices.
Function Description:
The Weber Genesis Smart grill is a gas-fired outdoor cooking appliance. Its primary function is to cook food using direct or indirect heat, with specific features for searing, warming, and precise temperature control. The integrated WEBER CONNECT module allows users to monitor internal grill temperature and food temperatures remotely via a smart device, providing notifications for flip, serve, and food readiness.
Important Technical Specifications:
- Model: EX-325s, SX-325s (NG - Natural Gas)
- Gas Pressure:
- Three burner grills: 7" of water column pressure (0.2526 psi)
- Four burner grills: 4.5" of water column pressure (0.16245 psi)
- Ignition System: INFINITY Ignition (electronic)
- WEBER CONNECT Module:
- Model: WC2 CONTROLLER
- Connectivity: Bluetooth® and Wi-Fi
- Probe Capacity: Two food temperature probes (one included)
- Power Input: 5V USB-C (can be powered by AC wall outlet or external rechargeable power bank)
- External Power Bank Requirement: Minimum 10,000 mAh with 5V USB-A connector.
- Fuse: 1.6A, 250V, 5x20mm, Fast blow
- Operating Temperature Range (with power bank): 10°F (-12°C) to 100°F (38°C)
- Burners: Unique, tapered shape for consistent gas flow and ultimate heat distribution.
- FLAVORIZER BARS: Stainless steel, angled to catch drippings for smoky flavor.
- Cooking Grates: Porcelain-enameled, cast-iron for even heat distribution and superior heat retention.
- Grease Management System: Slide-out grease tray and disposable drip tray for easy cleaning and fire prevention.
Usage Features:
- INFINIT Y Ignition: Guarantees ignition for quick start-up.
- Sear Zone: Dedicated high-heat zone for quickly adding sear marks to meat.
- Expandable Top Cooking Grate: Functions as a warming rack or secondary cooking surface. Can be folded and stored vertically.
- WEBER CONNECT App Integration:
- Dashboard: LED display on the module shows temperatures, notifications, connectivity status, and cook status.
- Temperature Control: Buttons on the module allow increasing/decreasing target temperatures and confirming selections.
- Target Temperature Alerts: Set alerts for grill and/or meat probe temperatures.
- Food Temperature Probes: Monitor food doneness from beginning to end, with notifications for flip, rest, and serve times.
- Notifications: Receive push notifications on smart devices for grill temperature, food readiness, and custom alerts.
- Recipes & Cook Programs: Access Weber recipes and cook programs with real-time, step-by-step grilling instructions tailored to cook preference and meat cut.
- Direct and Indirect Heat Grilling: Instructions for both methods, suitable for different food types and cooking times.
- Prep & Serve Table: Side tables for platters, seasonings, and tools, with hooks for grilling tools.
- Grill Cabinet: Enclosed storage space for tools and accessories.
- Storage Hooks: Double-sided hooks on the cabinet for storing cooking grates and WEBER CRAFTED spacer grate.
Maintenance Features:
- Meal-to-Meal Maintenance:
- Grease Check: Regular inspection and cleaning of the slide-out grease tray and catch pan to prevent grease fires.
- Hose Inspection: Routine check for cracks, abrasions, or cuts in the gas hose.
- Power Cord Inspection: Routine check for cuts or damage in the power cord.
- Thorough Cleaning (Recommended twice a year, quarterly with consistent use):
- Lid Cleaning: Brushing carbonized grease from the inside of the lid to prevent peeling and food contamination.
- Cooking Grate Cleaning: Brushing debris off grates with a stainless steel bristle grill brush after preheating.
- FLAVORIZER BARS Cleaning: Scraping with a plastic scraper and brushing with a stainless steel bristle grill brush to prevent flare-ups and protect burners.
- Burner Cleaning: Cleaning burner ports with a stainless steel bristle grill brush and spider/insect screens with a soft bristle brush to ensure proper gas flow and prevent obstructions.
- Heat Deflector Cleaning: Scraping and brushing heat deflectors to maintain even heat distribution.
- Cookbox Cleaning: Scraping debris into the grease tray.
- Outside Grill Cleaning:
- Stainless Steel: Use non-toxic, non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner/polish with a microfiber cloth.
- Painted, Porcelain-Enameled, and Plastic: Use warm soapy water with paper towels or cloth.
- Unique Environments (coastal, pool areas): More frequent cleaning with warm soapy water, rinsing, and drying, with weekly stainless steel cleaner application.
- Electronic Components Cleaning: Use a soft, damp cloth around the cabinet interior and side tables, avoiding direct water spray.
- Food Temperature Probe Care: Clean by wiping with water and a damp cloth; not dishwasher safe or waterproof. Store indoors when not in use.
- Troubleshooting Guide: Provides solutions for common issues such as burners not igniting, gas flow problems, greasy grill/flare-ups, WEBER CONNECT module power loss, and connectivity issues (Bluetooth®, Wi-Fi). Includes instructions for fuse replacement.
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