Weber SLATE GP30 - User Manual

LP OWNER’S MANUAL
m DANGER
If you smell gas:
• Shut o gas to the appliance
(grill).
• Extinguish any open flame.
• Open lid.
• If odor continues, keep away
from the appliance (grill)
and immediately call your
gas supplier or your fire
department.
m WARNING
• Do not store or use gasoline
or other flammable liquids
or vapors in the vicinity
of this (grill) or any other
appliance.
• An LP cylinder (tank) not
connected for use shall
not be stored in the vicinity
of this (grill) or any other
appliance.
USE OUTDOORS ONLY.
READ THE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING
THE APPLIANCE (GRILL).
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These instructions
must be left with the consumer.
NOTICE TO CONSUMER: Retain these
instructions for future reference.
Installation and Assembly
m DANGER: This grill is not intended to be installed in or
on recreational vehicles or boats.
m WARNING: Do not use this grill unless all parts are in
place and the grill was properly assembled according
to the assembly instructions.
m WARNING: Do not build this model of grill in any built-in
or slide-in construction.
m WARNING: Do not modify the appliance (grill). Liquid
propane gas is not natural gas. The conversion or
attempted use of natural gas in a liquid propane gas
unit or liquid propane gas in a natural gas unit is unsafe
and will void your warranty.
• In the United States, installation must conform with local
codes or, in the absence of local codes, with either the
National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Natural Gas
and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1; or Propane
Storage and Handling Code, B149.2; or the Standard for
Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A119.2/NFPA 1192, and CSA
Z240 RV Series, Recreational Vehicle Code, as applicable.
• InCanada, the installation of this grill must comply with
local codes and/or the latest edition of Standard CAN/
CSA-B149.2 (Propane Storage and Handling Code). These
instructions, while generally acceptable, do not necessarily
comply with the Canadian installation codes, particularly
with piping above and below ground.
• In Mexico, if there are local codes that apply to portable
gas appliances, you must comply with the latest edition of
Ocial Mexican Standard (NOM).
• If an external electrical source is utilized (such as a
rotisserie) it must be electrically grounded in accordance
with local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with the
National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian
Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1.
Operation
m DANGER: Only use the grill outdoors in a well-ventilated
area. Do not use in a garage, building, breezeway,
tent, any other enclosed area, or beneath overhead
combustibleconstruction.
• An appliance is considered to be outdoors if installed
with shelter no more inclusive than with walls on three
sides, but with no overhead cover; all openings must be
permanently open; sliding doors, garage doors, windows,
or screened openings are not considered as permanent
openings.
• An appliance is considered to be outdoors if installed with
shelter no more inclusive than within a partial enclosure
that includes an overhead cover and no more than two
sidewalls. The sidewalls may be parallel, as in a breeze-
way, or at right angles to each other; all openings must be
permanently open; sliding door, garage doors, windows,
or screened openings are not considered as permanent
openings.
• An appliance is considered to be outdoors if installed with
shelter no more inclusive than within a partial enclosure
that included an overhead cover and three sidewalls, as
long as 30% or more of the horizontal periphery of the
enclosure is permanently open. All openings must be
permanently open; sliding doors, garage doors, windows,
or screened openings are not considered as permanent
openings.
• The minimum ambient operating temperature for safe use
of the appliance shall be 0° F (-17° C).
m DANGER: Do not use the grill in any vehicle or in any
storage or cargo area of any vehicle. This includes, but
is not limited to, cars, trucks, station wagons, mini-vans,
sport utility vehicles, recreational vehicles, andboats.
m DANGER: Do not use the grill within 24 inches (61 cm) of
combustible materials.
m DANGER: Keep the cooking area clear of flammable
vapors and liquids such as gasoline, alcohol, etc., and
combustible materials.
m DANGER: The grill is not intended for and should never
be used as a heater.
m DANGER: This appliance (grill) must be kept away from
flammable materials during use.
30"/36" Griddle
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SafetyInformation
DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION
statements are used throughout this
Owner's Manual to emphasize critical and
important information. Read and follow
these statements to help ensure safety and
prevent property damage. Thestatements
are defined below.
m DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,
will result in death or seriousinjury.
m WARNING: Indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or seriousinjury.
m CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation
which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderateinjury.
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GP30 / GPD30 / GPD30B / GPB30 / GPD36

Summary

Safety Information and General Guidelines

Safety Statements Explained

Defines DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION statements for hazard identification and prevention.

General Usage and Outdoor Operation

Emphasizes outdoor use, ventilation, and prohibited locations/uses.

Installation and Assembly

Installation Requirements and Codes

Covers compliance with codes, vehicle/built-in restrictions, and electrical grounding.

Warranty Information

Warranty Terms, Responsibilities, and Handling

Details limited warranty, owner duties, and claims procedures.

Warranty Periods, Exclusions, and Disclaimers

Lists warranty durations, exclusions, and limitations.

LP Gas and Tank Management

LP Gas Properties and Safe Handling

Explains LP gas properties, safe handling, storage, and tank requirements.

LP Tank Installation and Removal

Details steps for installing, inspecting, and removing the LP tank, including refueling.

Leak Checking Procedure

Performing Gas Leak Checks

Provides steps for leak checking connections using soap solution and handling any findings.

Leak Check Precautions

Advises on regular testing of fittings and precautions during leak checks.

Grill Ignition and Operation

Igniting Burners and Preheating

Guides on using ignition system, burner lighting, and griddle preheating.

Extinguishing Burners and Knob Settings

Outlines procedures for turning off burners and explains control knob settings.

Cooking Preparation

Griddle Surface Preparation

Details cleaning and seasoning the griddle surface before cooking.

Digital Temperature Display

Explains operation of the digital temperature display, including power, brightness, and battery changes.

Product Care and Cleaning

Griddle and Burner System Cleaning

Covers cleaning griddle, burner ports, spider screens, and grease system.

Grill Frame and Environment Cleaning

Details cleaning grill frame surfaces, unique environments, and cooking surface.

Burner Flame Pattern Guidance

Discusses proper burner flame patterns and potential issues.

Troubleshooting Ignition Issues

Main Burner Ignition Problems

Addresses common ignition problems, checking gas flow and ignition system functionality.

Manual Lighting Procedure

Provides a method to diagnose ignition problems by lighting the grill manually with a match.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features

This document is the LP Owner's Manual for the Weber SLATE 30"/36" Griddle, models GP30, GPD30, GPD30B, GPB30, and GPD36. It provides comprehensive information on the griddle's function, technical specifications, usage, and maintenance.

Function Description:

The Weber SLATE griddle is an outdoor cooking appliance designed for use with liquid propane (LP) gas. It features multiple burners and a griddle cooking surface, allowing for various cooking methods. The griddle utilizes a snap ignition system for easy burner lighting. It is intended for private single-family home or apartment use and is not suitable for commercial, communal, or multi-unit settings. The griddle is designed for outdoor use only, in a well-ventilated area, and must not be used in enclosed spaces or beneath overhead combustible construction.

Important Technical Specifications:

• Fuel Type: Liquid Propane (LP) gas.
• LP Tank Requirements: Approximately 18½ inches (46.35 cm) high and 12½ inches (31.1 cm) in diameter, with a marked 20-pound (9.07 kg) LPG capacity or 47.6-pound (21.6 kg) water capacity. Tanks must be constructed and marked in accordance with U.S. Department of Transportation (D.O.T.) specifications or Canadian Standard CAN/CSA-B339. They must be provided with a listed OPD (Overfilling Prevention Device) and a Type 1 (CGA 791) tank connection. The tank must include a collar to protect the tank valve and have a D.O.T. certification and a testing date within five years of current use.
• Minimum Ambient Operating Temperature: 0° F (-17° C) for safe use.
• Electrical Grounding: If an external electrical source is utilized (e.g., rotisserie), it must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in their absence, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, Part 1, CSA C22.1.
• Burner Flame Pattern: Correctly set for air and gas mixture, with flame tips occasionally flickering yellow, descending to light blue, and then dark blue.
• Digital Temperature Display (Select Models): Displays the griddle's surface temperature in Fahrenheit or Celsius.

Usage Features:

• Snap Ignition System: Each control knob features a snap igniter that creates a spark to light its corresponding burner. Burners are ignited individually, starting from left to right.
• Burner Control Knobs: Allow for precise control over the flame intensity with settings for OFF, START/HIGH, MEDIUM, and LOW.
• Protective Hard Cover: Designed for storage purposes to protect the griddle surface. It must be open during operation.
• LP Tank Scale (Select Models): Indicates the amount of fuel remaining in a standard 20-pound LP tank.
• Preheating: Essential for successful cooking, preventing food from sticking, and ensuring proper cooking temperature. Preheating for 10 minutes is recommended, with specific temperature targets (LOW for pancakes, HIGH for smash burgers).
• Match Lighting: Instructions are provided for manually lighting burners with a match in case of electronic ignition failure. A matchstick holder is included with select models.
• Gas Flow Control: The regulator includes a flow-limiting device that activates if the LP tank is turned on too quickly or if burner control knobs are not in the OFF position before turning on the tank.

Maintenance Features:

• Leak Checking: A critical safety procedure to be performed after LP tank installation and annually. It involves applying a soap and water solution to fittings to detect gas leaks.
• Griddle Cleaning: The griddle surface should be cleaned after each use. This involves scraping excess grease and food debris into the hole, wiping the surface with paper towels, and applying a small amount of neutral cooking oil. Stubborn debris can be removed with a small amount of room temperature water.
• Burner Cleaning: The burner ports and spider/insect screens need regular cleaning to ensure optimum performance and safe operation. This involves removing the griddle and, for spider screens, the control panel. A stainless steel bristle grill brush is recommended for cleaning the burner exteriors.
• Grease Management System: The griddle is equipped with a system that collects grease and food debris into a disposable drip pan, which should be checked and replaced regularly to prevent grease fires.
• Grill Frame Cleaning: Stainless steel surfaces should be cleaned with non-toxic, non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner and a microfiber cloth. Painted, porcelain-enameled, and plastic components should be cleaned with warm soapy water and paper towels or cloth.
• Hose Assembly Replacement: It is recommended to replace the gas hose assembly every five years, or sooner if required by local regulations.
• Troubleshooting Guide: Provides solutions for common issues such as main burners not igniting, including steps to check for gas flow and ignition system problems.
• Replacement Parts: Information on how to obtain replacement parts through local retailers or weber.com.

Weber SLATE GP30 Specifications