Weber TRAVELER GP17 - User Manual

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LP OWNER’S MANUAL

m DANGER

If you smell gas:

• Shut off gas to the appliance.

• Extinguish any open flames.

• Open lid.

• If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and

immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or

explosion which could cause property damage, personal

injury or death.

m DANGER

• Never operate this appliance unattended.

• Never operate this appliance within 24 inches (61 cm) of any

structure, combustible material or other gas cylinder.

• Never operate this appliance within 25 ft (7.5 m) of any

flammable liquid.

• If a fire should occur, keep away from the appliance and

immediately call your fire department. Do not attempt to

extinguish an oil or grease fire with water.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire,

explosion or burn hazard, which could cause property

damage, personal injury or death.

This instruction manual

contains important information

necessary for the proper

assembly and safe use of the

appliance.

Read and follow all warnings

and instructions before

assembling and using the

appliance.

Follow all warnings and

instructions when using the

appliance.

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.

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Serial Number

Write your grill's serial number in the box above for future

reference. The serial number is on the grill's data label.

FEATURES OF THIS

GRILL

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user information,

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Keep this manual for future

reference.

Carefully follow all leak-check

procedures in this Owner’s

Guide prior to grill operation.

Do this even if the grill was

dealer-assembled.

Do not ignite this appliance

without first reading the burner

ignition sections of this manual.

THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS

DESIGNED FOR OUTDOOR

USEONL

17"/22" Portable Griddle

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Do you have a question about the Weber TRAVELER GP17 and is the answer not in the manual?

The Weber Traveler Portable Griddle is a gas-powered outdoor cooking appliance designed for versatility and ease of use, offering a portable solution for griddle-style cooking. It is available in 17" and 22" models (GP17/GP17B and GP22/GP22B, respectively) and operates on LP (liquefied petroleum) gas.

Function Description:

The Weber Traveler Portable Griddle functions as an outdoor cooking appliance that uses LP gas to heat a flat griddle surface. It is designed for preparing a variety of foods such as eggs, pancakes, burgers, and fajitas. The griddle features an ignition system for easy startup and burner control knobs to adjust the heat for different cooking needs (OFF, START/HIGH, MEDIUM, LOW). The 22-inch models are equipped with two independent burner tubes, allowing for separate heat control and ignition for each. A protective hard cover is included, which should be open during ignition and cooking, and is intended for storage only to protect the griddle surface. The appliance is explicitly designed for outdoor use in well-ventilated areas and is not suitable for installation in or on recreational vehicles or boats, or in enclosed spaces like garages or tents.

Important Technical Specifications:

Fuel Type: LP (Liquefied Petroleum) gas.
Cylinder Compatibility: Disposable LP cylinders with a capacity of 16.4 oz./465 g (1.02 lbs) equipped with a CGA #600 connection, marked "propane" only.
Regulator: Equipped with a pressure regulator set for 11 inches of water column pressure. The supplied regulator must be used.
Operating Temperature: Minimum ambient operating temperature for safe use is 0° F (-17° C).
Safety Clearances:
- Must not be used within 24 inches (61 cm) of combustible materials (top, bottom, back, sides).
- Must not be used within 25 ft (7.5 m) of any flammable liquid.
- Must not be operated within 24 inches (61 cm) of any structure, combustible material, or other gas cylinder.
Electrical Requirements: If an external electrical source (e.g., for a rotisserie) is used, it must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or national electrical codes (ANSI/NFPA 70 or CSA C22.1).
Warranty:
- Cookbox: 5 years (no rust through/burn through; 2 years paint excluding fading or discoloration).
- Hard cover assembly: 5 years (no rust through/burn through; 2 years paint excluding fading or discoloration).
- Stainless steel burner tubes: 5 years (no rust through/burn through).
- Griddle: 5 years (excluding rust).
- All remaining parts: 2 years (excluding normal wear and tear).
- The gas hose assembly is recommended to be replaced every five years, or sooner if local requirements dictate.

Usage Features:

Portability: Designed as a portable griddle, making it suitable for travel and various outdoor settings.
Ignition System: Features an igniter button for easy, spark-based ignition of the burners. For 22-inch models, each burner ignites independently.
Burner Control: Individual burner control knobs allow for precise temperature adjustment across the griddle surface.
Seasoning: Requires an initial seasoning process (at least 3 times before first use) to create a stick-resistant, protective cooking surface. This involves applying a neutral cooking oil and heating the griddle until it smokes and darkens.
Leveling: Adjustable feet allow the user to level the grill on uneven surfaces, ensuring stable operation.
Gas Leak Check: A critical pre-operation procedure involving a soap and water solution to detect gas leaks at connections.
Match Lighting: Instructions are provided for manually lighting the burners with a match if the ignition system fails, which also helps diagnose gas flow issues.
Safety Warnings: Comprehensive warnings cover gas leaks, flammable materials, unattended operation, hot surfaces, alcohol/drug impairment, and proper cylinder handling and storage.

Maintenance Features:

Meal-to-Meal Maintenance: Simple steps to be performed before each cook, including checking for grease buildup and inspecting the hose.
Grease Management System: Features a slide-out grease tray and a disposable catch pan to collect grease and food debris, which should be cleaned before each use to prevent grease fires.
Griddle Cleaning: The griddle surface should be cleaned after each use using a metal scraper or spatula to remove excess grease and food debris, followed by wiping 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: Regular cleaning of burner ports (small openings along the burner length) and spider/insect screens (on the front ends of the burners) is essential for optimum performance and safe operation. A stainless steel bristle grill brush is recommended for cleaning burner exteriors.
Surface Cleaning:
- Painted, porcelain-enameled, and plastic components: Clean with warm soapy water and paper towels or cloth.
- Stainless steel surfaces: Clean with a non-toxic, non-abrasive stainless steel cleaner or polish and a microfiber cloth, cleaning in the direction of the grain. Abrasive pastes or cleaners containing acid, mineral spirits, xylene, or oven cleaner should be avoided.
Environmental Cleaning: For grills in harsh environments (e.g., coastal areas, near pools), regular washing and rinsing of exterior surfaces with warm soapy water, followed by thorough drying, and weekly application of a stainless steel cleaner is recommended to prevent surface rust.
Storage: Instructions for disconnecting and storing LP cylinders (outdoors, out of reach of children, not in enclosed spaces) and for checking the grill for leaks and obstructions after periods of storage. The grill itself can be stored indoors only if the LP tank is disconnected and removed.