Camp Chef outdoor LP cooker Instruction manual

the cooking vessel to know how
• When removing food from the
much oil is needed.
fryer, be sure to avoid burns
from hot cooking liquid 3. Remove the water and completely
drippings.
dry the cooking vessel.
4. Heat required amount of peanut oil
to 325ºF.
Turkey Frying Basics
This product is not intended for use 5. SLOWLY lower turkey into hot oil
using turkey fry accessory. Do not
as a fryer. If frying, follow these
drop food or accessories into the
guidelines.
oil or grease.
1. With the cooking vessel removed
from the burner, place the turkey in 6. Cook at a rate of 3 1/2 minutes
per pound.
the cooking vessel and fill with
water just until completely 7. CAREFULLY remove turkey
from oil.
submerged.
2. Take the turkey out and mark the 8. Immediately turn the burner off.
water level on the cooking vessel 9. Do not attempt to move the
cooking vessel while oil is still hot.
or measure the amount of water in
SINGLE & MULTIPLE BURNER OUTDOOR LP COOKER
CARE, USE AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Tanks Sold Separately
! WARNING !
• To installer or person assembling this appliance: Leave this manual with
this appliance for future reference.
• To consumer: Keep this manual for future reference.
This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the
safe use of this product.
DO NOT DISCARD THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL.
Limited Warranty*
Warranty covers all components of this outdoor cooker to be free from defects in materials
and workmanship for one year from the day of purchase.
Within this period, manufacturer will correct any defects by repairing or replacing defective
parts of the equipment or making available the parts thereof. FOB Logan, UT 84321.
Manufacturer will not be obligated to repair or replace equipment which has been repaired
by others, abused, altered or misused. Furthermore, manufacture will not be held liable for
any losses due to neglectful operations on the part of the purchaser. Upon the expiration of
such warranty all such liability will terminate. No other warranties are expressed or implied.
Returned merchandise will be accepted for repair or replacement only. Prior written
approval and a return authorization number must be obtained. All returns must be shipped
prepaid. Collect shipments will not be accepted.
Paint Finish is not covered by this limited warranty or any implied warranty.
*Applies to contiguous U.S. states only.
For outdoor use only.
! WARNING !
Read this manual before each use. Failure to follow these instructions
could result in fire or explosion, which could cause serious personal
injury and/or property damage.
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Camp Chef PO Box 4057 Logan, UT 84323
1-800-650-2433 or 435 752 3922
Fill in model number found on the product.
Model Number:
From the Makers of Camp Chef and Covered Under One or More of the Following Patents: 328547, 329162, 356714, 357610,
358057, 360803, 364772, 378646, 5906169, 5704777, 417120, D437522, 6427582B1, D449491, D417359
! WARNING !
For Your Safety
If you smell gas:
• Shut off gas to the appliance at
the tank.
• Extinguish any open flame.
• If odor continues, immediately
call your gas supplier or your
fire department.
! WARNING !
1. Do not operate this appliance
within 10 feet (3.05 m) of any
stored flammable gas cylinder.
2. Do not operate this appliance
within 25 feet (7.62 m) of
gasoline or other flammable
liquids or vessels containing
the same.
3. When cooking with oil/grease,
do not allow the oil/grease to get
hotter than 350ºF (176.5ºC).
4. Do not leave oil/grease
unattended.
! WARNING !
1. This is an attended appliance.
Do NOT leave this appliance
unattended while heating oil,
grease or water, cooking food
or when hot after use
[oil, grease or water above
100ºF (38ºC)]. Heated liquid
can remain at scalding
temperatures
long
after
cooking has ended. The user
must remain in the immediate
area of the product and have a
clear view of the product at all
times during operation.
2. Keep children and pets away
from burner at all times.
3. The
use
of
alcohol,
prescription
or
nonprescription
drugs
may
impair your ability to properly
assemble or safely operate this
appliance.
4. This
appliance
is
for
OUTDOOR use only. Do NOT
use in a building, garage or
any other enclosed area. Do
NOT use in or on a
recreational vehicle. Do not
use with grease or fat on a
boat. NEVER use this
appliance as a heater.
5. Do
not
operate
this
appliance
under
ANY
overhead construction. Keep a
minimum clearance of 10 feet
(3 m.) from the sides, front
and back of the appliance to
ANY construction. Keep the
area clear of all flammable
liquids and combustible
material, including wood, dry
plants and grass, brush, paper,
and canvas.
6. Use ONLY on a level, stable
non-combustible surface like
bricks, concrete or dirt. Do
NOT use this appliance on any
surface that will burn or melt
like wood, asphalt, vinyl, or
plastic.
7. Keep the fuel supply hose
away from all heated surfaces.
8. To prevent accidental fires,
before using the appliance
ensure that the hose is not
damaged and all joints and
connections are not leaking by
turning on the cylinder valve,
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
leave the burner valve closed,
and apply a soapy solution to
the joints and connections.
If a continuous hissing sound
is heard, or if the soapy
solution bubbles, there is a
leak. Do not use the appliance
if there is a leak. Replace the
faulty parts.
Extinguish all open flames
before connecting the gas
supply to the appliance and
before checking for leaks.
When cooking with oil or
grease, a thermometer MUST
be used.
NEVER the oil or grease
temperature get hotter than
350ºF
(177ºC).
If
the
temperature goes above 350ºF
(177ºC) or if oil begins
to smoke, IMMEDIATELY
turn burner off.
When cooking with oil or
grease, fire extinguishing
materials shall be readily
accessible. In the event of an
oil or grease fire do NOT
attempt to extinguish with
water. Use a Type BC dry
chemical fire extinguisher or
smother fire with dirt, sand or
baking soda.
NEVER overfill the cooking
pot with oil, grease or water.
Follow instructions in this
manual
for
establishing
proper oil, grease or water
levels.
When frying with oil or
grease, all food products
MUST be completely thawed
and towel dried to remove
excess water. Failure to
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
completely thaw and dry food
may cause oil or grease to
overflow.
Follow instructions in this
manual for frying foods.
When frying, slowly submerse
food products into the oil or
grease.
When frying do NOT place an
empty cooking vessel on
burner while in operation. Use
caution when placing anything
in the cooking vessel while
burner is in operation.
In the event of rain while
cooking with oil or grease,
IMMEDIATELY turn off
burner(s) and gas supply, then
cover cooking vessel. Do NOT
attempt to move the appliance
or the cooking vessel.
Do NOT move the appliance
when in use. Allow the cooking
vessel to cool before moving or
storing.
Always use gloves, goggles,
apron, and covered toe shoes
when operating this product.
In case there is a fire, call the
local fire department or dial
911. Stay clear from flames.
Do not attempt to extinguish
with water.
Use only those accessories,
such as cooking vessels
recommended
by
the
manufacturer, to allow for safe
and proper performance of
the product.
Safety Symbols
The symbols and boxes shown below
explain what each heading means.
Read and follow all of the messages
found throughout the manual.
! DANGER !
Indicates an imminently hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
! WARNING !
Be alert to the possibility of serious
bodily injury if the instructions are
not followed. Be sure to read and
carefully follow all of the messages.
• This appliance is safety certified for
use in the United States. Do not
modify for use in any other location.
Modifications will result in a safety
hazard.
Questions
regarding
certification in other areas may be
addressed to 1-435-752-3922.
• This appliance shall be used only
outdoors and shall not be used in a
building, garage or any other
enclosed area.
• Use appliance at least 10 feet from
any wall or surface. Maintain
10 feet clearance to objects that can
catch fire or sources of ignition
such as pilot lights on water heaters,
live electrical appliances, etc.
! CAUTION !
Indicates a potentially hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
! CAUTION !
For residential use only.
! WARNING !
Installation Safety Precautions
• Use appliance only with LP
(propane)
gas
and
the
regulator/valve assembly supplied.
• Installation must conform with
local codes, or in their absence with
National Fuel Gas Code, NFPA
54/ANSI Z223.1. Handling and
storage of LP cylinders must
conform to LP Gas Code
NFPA/ANSI 58. Appliance is not
for use in or on recreational vehicle
and/or boats.
• Apartment Dwellers: Check with
management
to
learn
the
requirements and fire codes for
using an LP Gas appliance at an
apartment. If allowed, use outside
on the ground floor with a 10 foot
clearance from walls or rails.
• Do not use on or under balconies
made of wood.
• Before opening LP tank valve,
check the coupling nut for
tightness. When appliance is not in
use, turn off control knob and LP
tank valve.
• Never use LP tank if visibly rusted,
damaged, or out of date.
• Never move appliance while in
operation or still hot.
• If you notice grease or other hot
material dripping from appliance
onto valve, hose or regulator, turn
off gas supply at once. Determine
the cause, correct, clean and inspect
valve, hose and regulator before
continuing. Perform a leak test.
• The regulator may make a
humming or whistling noise during
operation. This will not affect the
safety or use of appliance.
• Clean and inspect the hose before
each use of the appliance. If there is
evidence of abrasion, wear, cuts or
leaks, the hose must be replaced
prior to the appliance being put into
operation.
• The use of alcohol, prescription or
non-prescription drugs may impair
the consumer’s ability to properly
assemble or safely operate the
appliance.
• When cooking with oil/grease, fire
extinguishing materials shall be
readily accessible. In the event of
an oil/grease fire do not attempt to
extinguish with water. Use Type
BC dry chemical fire extinguisher
or smother fire with dirt, sand or
baking soda.
For Safe Use Of Your Appliance
And To Avoid Serious Injury:
• Do not let children operate or play
near appliance.
• Keep appliance area clear and free
from materials that burn.
• Do not block holes in bottom or
sides of appliance.
• Check burner flames regularly.
• Use appliance only in wellventilated space. NEVER use in
enclosed space such as carport,
garage, porch, covered patio, or
under a surface that can catch fire.
• Completely thaw meat and poultry
prior to placing in hot oil.
• To minimize splattering, dry
surfaces of meat and poultry prior
to placing in hot oil.
! WARNING !
Combustion by-products produced
when using this product contain
chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.
! WARNING !
• In the event of rain while cooking
with oil/grease, immediately turn
off the appliance burners and gas
supply, then cover the cooking
vessel. Do not attempt to move the
appliance or cooking vessel.
• Do not overfill cooking vessel. Oil
can splatter causing staining or
discoloration to ground surface.
• Do not leave appliance unattended.
Keep children and pets away from
the appliance at all times.
• Do not place empty cooking vessel
on the appliance while in operation.
Use caution when placing anything
in cooking vessel while the
appliance is in operation.
• Do not move the appliance when in
use. Allow the cooking vessel to
cool before moving or storing.
• This appliance is not intended for
and should never be used as a heater.
• Never operate appliance with LP
tanks out of correct position
specified in Assembly Instructions.
• Always close LP tank valve and
remove coupling nut before moving
LP tank form specified operating
position.
Do not store an
LP tank in
enclosed spaces
such
as
a
24"
carport garage,
porch, covered
patio or other safety cap
building. Never leave an LP tank
! DANGER !
inside a vehicle, which may
• The safety relief valve on the LP become overheated by the sun.
tank could activate releasing gas • Do not store LP tanks in an area
and cause an intense fire with risk where children play.
of death or serious injury.
• NEVER store a spare LP tank LP Tank
under or near appliance or in The LP tank used with your
enclosed areas.
appliance must meet the following
• NEVER fill the cylinder beyond requirements:
80% full. An overfilled spare LP • Purchase LP tanks only with these
tank is hazardous due to possible required measurements: 12"
gas released from the safety relief
(30.5cm) (diameter) x 18" (45.7cm)
valve.
(tall) with 20 lb. (9 kg.) capacity
• If you see, smell, or hear escaping maximum.
gas, immediately get away from the
LP tank/appliance and call your fire • Be constructed and marked in
accordance with specifications for
department.
LP tank of the U.S. Department of
• All spare LP tanks must have safety Transportation (DOT). See LP tank
caps installed on the LP tank outlet. collar for marking.
LP (Liquefied Petroleum Gas)
• LP gas is non-toxic, odorless and
colorless when produced. For Your
Safety, LP gas has been given an
odor (similar to rotten cabbage) so
that it can be smelled.
• LP gas is highly flammable and
may ignite unexpectedly when
mixed with air.
LP Tank Removal, Transport
and Storage
• Turn OFF all control knobs and LP
tank valve. Turn coupling nut
counterclockwise by hand only –
do not use tools to disconnect.
Install safety cap onto LP tank
valve. Always use cap and strap
supplied with valve. Failure to use
safety cap as directed may result in
serious personal injury and/or
property damage.
• A disconnected LP tank in storage
or being transported must have a
safety cap installed (as shown).
LP tank valve must have:
• Type 1 outlet compatible with
regulator or appliance.
• Safety relief valve.
• UL listed Overfill Protection Device
(OPD). This OPD safety feature is
identified by a unique triangular
hand wheel. Use only tanks
equipped with this type of valve.
LP tank must be
arranged for vapor
withdrawal
and
include collar to
protect LP tank valve.
OPD Hand Wheel
Warning: Hose is a trip hazard
• Leak test new and exchanged
LP tanks BEFORE connecting to
appliance.
LP Tank Leak Test
For your Safety
• Leak test must be repeated each
time LP tank is exchanged or
refilled.
• Do not smoke during leak test.
• Do not use an open flame to check
for gas leaks.
• Appliance must be leak checked
outdoors in well-ventilated area,
away from ignition sources such as
gas fired or electrical appliances.
During leak test, keep appliance
away from open flames or sparks.
Use a clean paintbrush and 50/50
soap and water solution. Use mild
soap and water. Do not use
household cleaning agents. Damage
to gas train components can result.
Brush soapy solution onto all weld
seams and entire valve area.
LP Tank Filling
• Use only licensed and experienced
dealers.
• LP dealer must purge tanks before
filling.
• Dealer should NEVER fill LP tank
more than 80% of LP tank volume.
Volume of propane in tanks will
vary by temperature.
• A frosty regulator indicates gas
overfill. Immediately close LP tank
valve and call local LP gas dealer
for assistance.
• Do not release liquid propane (LP)
gas into the atmosphere. This is a
hazardous practice.
• To remove gas from LP tank,
contact an LP dealer or call a local
fire department for assistance. ! WARNING !
Check the telephone directory
under "Gas companies" for nearest If "growing" bubbles appear, do not
certified LP dealers.
use or move the LP tank. Contact an
LP gas supplier or your fire
LP Tank Exchange
department.
• Many retailers that sell appliances
offer you the option of replacing
your empty LP tanks through an
exchange service. Use only those
reputable exchange companies that
inspect, precision fill, test and certify
their cylinders. Exchange your tank
only for an OPD safety featureequipped tank as described in the
"LP Tank" section of this manual.
• Always keep new and exchanged
LP tanks in upright position during
use, transit or storage.
Connecting Regulator To The
LP Tank
1. Place LP tank
on a secure,
level,
and
stable surface.
2. Turn control
know to the
OFF position.
3. Turn LP tank
OFF by turning hand wheel
clockwise to a full stop.
4. Remove the protective cap from
LP tank valve. Always use cap
and strap supplied with valve.
Do not use a
POL transport
plug (plastic part
with
external
threads)! It will
defeat the safety
feature of the
valve.
(B) Nipple has to be
centered into the LP
tank valve
6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise to
tighten to a full solid stop. The
regulator will seal on the backcheck feature in LP tank valve,
resulting in some resistance. An
additional one-half to three
quarters turn is required to
complete connection. Tighten by
hand only – do not use tools.
NOTE: If you cannot complete
connection, disconnect regulator and
repeat steps 5 and 6. If you are still
unable to complete the connection,
do not use this regulator!
! WARNING !
• Do not insert any foreign objects
into the valve outlet. You may
damage the valve and cause a leak.
Leaking propane may result in
explosion, fire, severe personal
injury, or death.
• Never attempt to attach this
appliance to the self-contained LP
gas system of a camper or trailer or
motor home.
3. Completely open LP tank valve by
turning hand wheel counter
clockwise. If you hear a rushing
sound, turn gas off immediately.
There is a major leak at the
connection.
Correct
before
proceeding.
4. Brush
soapy
solution onto
indicated
connections
shown at right.
5. If "growing"
bubbles appear,
there is a leak. Close LP tank
valve immediately and retighten
connections. If leaks cannot be
stopped, do not try to repair. Call
for replacement parts. Order new
parts by giving the serial number,
model number and name of items
needed to the Service Center at
1-435-752-3922.
6. Always close LP tank valve after
performing tank leak test by
turning hand wheel clockwise.
! WARNING !
! WARNING !
(C) Hold coupling
nut and regulator as
shown for proper
connection to LP
tank valve
5. Hold regulator, insert nipple (B)
into LP tank valve. Hand tighten
coupling nut, holding regulator in
a straight line (C) with LP tank
valve so as not to cross thread the
connection.
• Do not use appliance until leak
checked.
• If leak is detected at any time,
STOP and call the Fire Department.
• If you cannot stop a gas leak,
immediately close LP tank valve
and call LP gas supplier or your fire
department!
Leak Testing Valves, Hoses and
Regulator
1. Turn all control knob(s) to OFF.
2. Be sure regulator is tightly
connected to LP tank.
• Do not use water on a grease fire.
Personal injury may result. If a
grease fire develops turn knob and
LP tank off.
• Do not leave appliance unattended
while preheating. If appliance has
not been regularly cleaned a grease
fire can occur that may damage the
product. To installer or person
assembling this appliance: Leave
this manual with this appliance for
further reference.
Lighting Instructions:
Do not lean over LP cooker while
lighting.
1. Remove all appliances from the
burner to create a free flow of air.
2. Turn regulator control valve to
OFF position.
3. Fully open LP bottle valve.
4. Light match and place it over
burner. Slowly turn ON the
regulator control valve. Do NOT
stand with head or arms over
cooker.
5. If ignition does not occur in 5
seconds, turn the burner control(s)
off, wait 5 minutes, and repeat the
lighting procedure.
Curing of paints and parts will
produce an odor only on first use.
! CAUTION !
If burner does not light, turn knob(s)
to OFF, wait 5 minutes, try again. If
the burner does not ignite with valve
open, gas will continue to flow out of
the burner and could accidentally
ignite with risk of injury.
Burner Flame Check
• Light burner;
rotate knob(s)
from HIGH to
LOW.
You
should see a
smaller flame
in
LOW Air Damper
position than
seen on HIGH. Always check flame
prior to each use. The air damper
mounted on the back of your burner
helps to control the amount of
primary air that mixes with the LP
gas. A blue flame with little or no
yellow flame provides the best heat.
Adjust the air damper by turning it
clockwise or counterclockwise until
the desired flame is achieved.
Such a fire can cause operator injury
and serious damage to the appliance.
To help prevent a blockage and
ensure full heat output, clean and
inspect burner tube often (once or
twice a month). NOTE: Water or air
pressure will not normally clear a
spider web.
Turning LP Cooker Off
• Turn all knobs to OFF position. Steps for cleaning the Burner:
Turn LP tank OFF by turning hand- 1. Remove orifice/hose from burner.
wheel clockwise to a full stop.
2. Look inside the burner tube for
nests, webs, or mud.
Hose Check
3. To remove the above obstructions,
• Before each use, check to
use an accessory flexible venturi
see if hoses are cut or worn.
brush or bend a small hook on one
Replace damaged hose assembly
end of a long flexible wire or use
before using appliance. Use only
an air hose.
valve/ hose / regulator specified by
4. Inspect and clean the burner
manufacturer.
if needed.
! WARNING !
5. Reattach orifice/hose to burner.
Spider’s nests or wasp’s mud inside
the burner may cause fire at the air ! CAUTION !
damper. If a fire occurs, immediately
turn off gas supply at LP cylinder All cleaning and maintenance should
valve.
only be done when the appliance is
cool and with the fuel supply turned
off at the LP cylinder. DO NOT clean
Cleaning The Burner
any part in a self-cleaning oven. The
NOTE: Spiders and small insects can extreme heat will damage the finish.
spin webs and build nests inside the
burner. This especially occurs in late
summer and fall before frost when Cleaning and Maintenance
spiders are most active. These nests
can obstruct gas flow and cause a fire Correct care and maintenance will
in and around the burner and orifice. keep your appliance operating
smoothly.
Clean regularly as
determined by the amount of use.
NOTE: Clean the entire appliance
each year and tighten all hardware on
a regular basis (1-2 times a year or
more depending on usage). Cleaning
should be done where detergents
won’t harm patio, lawn, or the like.
Suggested Cleaning Materials
If Frying:
• Mild dish washing liquid detergent • Follow instructions provided by the
appliance manufacturer.
• Wire brush
• Do not over fill the pot with
• Nylon cleaning pad
cooking liquid. Never fill appliance
• Hot water
more than half full of cooking
• Paper clip
liquid or past the maximum fill line
(a permanent marking on fryer).
• Soft brass bristled brush
• NEVER let the cooking liquid
temperature get hotter than 350ºF
Component Cleaning:
(177ºC). If the temperature goes
• BURNER:
Wire brush loose above 350ºF (177ºC) or if oil begins
corrosion from burner exterior. to smoke, IMMEDIATELY turn
Clean clogged gas port holes with burner off.
an opened paper clip. Replace • Be sure thermometer is in good
corroded or damaged burners that working condition.
would emit excess gas.
• Do NOT operate any fryer
• COOKING SURFACES, POTS unattended. The user shall remain
AND PANS: Clean the cooking in the immediate area of the fryer
surface with soapy water and a and have a clear view of the fryer at
nylon cleaning pad.
all times during operation.
• After appliance has cooled, wipe • Do not operate any fryer within 10
areas where paint and finish have feet (3 m) of any stored flammable
burned off to minimize rusting.
gas cylinder and within 25 feet
(7.5 m) of any gasoline or other
flammable liquids or vessels
Using a thermometer
containing the same.
Prior
to
lighting,
position • If cooking liquid has spilled and
thermometer clip so that at least 1/2" ignited, do not attempt to
of thermometer tip is submerged in
oil. Reposition thermometer as extinguish with water. Immediately
necessary to cook. Continue to use turn gas supply OFF at the supply
thermometer until burner is turned off. cylinder and:
• Extinguish flames using a BC
type fire extinguisher as
! WARNING !
recommended by the fryer
manufacturer; or
Introduction of water from any source
into the cooking oil or grease may
• Smother flames with dirt or
cause overflow and severe burns from
sand.
hot oil and water splatter. When frying
• In case there is a fire, call the
with oil and grease, all food products
local fire department or dial 911.
MUST be completely thawed and
towel dried to remove water before
• To avoid accidental burns from
being immersed in the fryer.
burner flame or hot cooking
liquid, turn the burner off
When using as a fryer, customer is
before inserting or removing
responsible for safe and proper use of
food from the fryer.
this product.