Weber Gas Grill 3500 LX User Manual

Serial Number  
Please use this number in registering your warranty  
and any correspondence with the factory.  
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GENESIS 3500 LX  
Natural Gas Barbecue  
Owner’s Manual  
®
WARNING: Do not try to light this appliance  
without reading "Lighting" instructions  
section of this manual.  
WARNING: Follow all leak check procedures  
carefully in this manual prior to barbecue  
operation. Do this even if barbecue was  
dealer assembled.  
THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR  
OUTDOOR USE ONLY.  
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These instructions  
must be left with the owner and the owner  
should keep them for future use.  
FOR YOUR SAFETY  
If you smell gas:  
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.  
2. Extinguish any open flame.  
3. Open lid.  
4. If odor continues, immediately call your  
gas supplier or your fire department.  
FOR YOUR SAFETY  
Do not store or use gasoline or other  
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity  
of this or any other appliance.  
98649  
11/97  
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WARRANTY  
Weber-Stephen Products Co. (Weber) hereby  
There are no other express warrants except as  
set forth herein and any applicable implied  
warranties of merchantability and fitness are  
limited in duration to the period of coverage of  
this express written Limited Warranty. Some  
states do not allow limitation on how long an  
implied warranty lasts, so this limitation may not  
apply to you.  
warrants to the ORIGINAL PURCHASER of this  
Weber Gas Barbecue that it will be free of  
defects in material and workmanship from the  
date of purchase as follows:  
Aluminum Castings, 10 years,  
Recycled Work Surfaces, 10 years,  
Cooking Grates and Flavorizer Bars, 3 years,  
All Remaining Parts, 5 years,  
Weber is not liable for any special, indirect or  
consequential damages. Some states do not  
allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or  
consequential damages, so this limitation or  
exclusion may not apply to you.  
when assembled and operated in accordance  
with the printed instructions accompanying it.  
Weber may require reasonable proof of your  
date of purchase. THEREFORE, YOU SHOULD  
RETAIN YOUR SALES SLIP OR INVOICE.  
Weber does not authorize any person or  
company to assume for it any other obligation or  
liability in connection with the sale, installation,  
use, removal, return, or replacement of its  
equipment; and no such representations are  
binding on Weber.  
This Limited Warranty shall be limited to the  
repair or replacement of parts which prove  
defective under normal use and service and  
which on examination shall indicate, to Weber's  
satisfaction, they are defective. Before returning  
any parts, contact Weber-Stephen Products Co.  
Customer Service Center. If Weber confirms the  
defect and approves the claim, Weber will elect  
to replace such parts without charge. If you are  
required to return defective parts, transportation  
charges must be prepaid. Weber will return parts  
to the purchaser, freight or postage prepaid.  
This Warranty applies only to products sold  
at retail.  
WEBER-STEPHEN PRODUCTS CO.  
Customer Service Center  
250 South Hicks Road  
Palatine, IL 60067-6241  
(800) 446-1071  
This Limited Warranty does not cover any failures  
or operating difficulties due to accident, abuse,  
misuse, alteration, misapplication, vandalism,  
improper installation or improper maintenance or  
service, or failure to perform normal and routine  
maintenance, including but not limited to damage  
caused by insects within the burner tubes, as set  
out in this owner's manual.  
Deterioration or damage due to severe weather  
conditions such as hail, hurricanes, earthquakes  
or tornadoes, discoloration due to exposure to  
chemicals either directly or in the atmosphere, is  
not covered by this Limited Warranty.  
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PATENTS AND TRADEMARKS  
© 1997 Weber. Weber, , Genesis, Flavorizer and Crossover are  
registered U.S. trademarks; Perma-Mount, Gas Catcher,  
FlameCheck, Steam-N-Chips, Spider Stopper, and Warm-Up are  
U.S. trademarks of Weber-Stephen Products Co., 200 East Daniels  
Road, Palatine, IL 60067-6266. U.S.A. Genesis Gas Barbecues  
are covered under the following patent nos.: U.S.A. #4,677,964;  
4,727,853; #4,777,927; #4,829,978; #4,860,724; #4,941,817;  
#4,966,125; #5,070,776; #D293,067; #D316,355; Canada: Rd  
1987 Reg. #58,034; #1,279,540; #1,283,586; #1,300,994;  
#1,300,995. Printed in the U.S.A.  
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Contents  
WARNINGS................................................................ 2  
Warranty & Patents.................................................. 2-3  
General Instructions.................................................... 6  
Assembly ............................................................. 10-27  
Operating Instructions  
Lighting........................................................ 28-30  
Cooking ............................................................ 31  
After a Period of Nonuse ................................. 31  
Cleaning ........................................................... 31  
Troubleshooting & Maintenance  
Annual Maintenance......................................... 32  
General Maintenance.................................. 33-35  
Troubleshooting ...........................................36-37  
Parts Listing .............................................................. 39  
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FEATURES:  
e) Weber Warm-Up Basket for additional cooking or  
warming space.  
a) Convenient side table, condiment basket,  
wire accessory rack and warming rack.  
f) Separate burners for temperature control.  
b) Heavy gauge porcelain-on-steel lid seals in heat.  
g) Crossover Ignition System with Gas Catcher Ignition  
Chamber.  
c) Rapid read thermometer for precision cooking  
measures grill temperature, and can be removed and  
inserted into the food.  
h) Catch pan catches excess grease.  
d) Heavy gauge steel Flavorizer Bars distribute heat  
within the grill. Flavorizer Bars heat just the right  
amount of drippings for flavoring, letting excess fat  
drip past to help prevent flare-ups.  
i) Side burner for making sauces, gravies, etc., while  
main grill is in use.  
j) Sleek and sturdy base is an attractive addition to your  
patio or deck.  
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General Instructions  
Storage  
Your Weber Gas Barbecue is a stationary outdoor cooking  
appliance. With the Weber Gas Barbecue you can grill,  
barbecue, roast and bake with results that are difficult to  
duplicate with indoor kitchen appliances. The closed lid and  
Flavorizer Bars produce that "outdoor" flavor in the food.  
The gas must be turned OFF at the natural gas supply  
when the Weber Gas Barbecue is not in use.  
The natural gas supply is easy to use and gives you more  
cooking control than charcoal fuel.  
Operating area  
ƽWARNING: Only use this barbecue outdoors in a  
well ventilated area. Do not use in a garage, building,  
breezeway or any other enclosed area.  
These instructions will give you the minimum  
requirements for assembling your Weber Gas  
Barbecue. Please read the instructions carefully  
before using your Weber Gas Barbecue. Improper  
assembly can be dangerous.  
Never use your Weber Gas Barbecue under an  
unprotected combustible roof or overhang.  
Your Weber Gas Barbecue is not intended to be  
Not for use by children.  
installed in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.  
will  
If there are local codes that apply to gas grills, you  
Do not use combustible materials within 24 inches of  
have to conform to them. If there are no local codes,  
you must conform to the latest edition of the National  
Fuel Gas Code: ANSI Z 223.1.  
the top, bottom, back or sides of the grill.  
The entire cooking box gets hot when in use. Do not  
This Weber Gas Barbecue is designed for natural  
(piped in city) gas only. Do not use Liquid Propane  
(LP) bottled gas. The valves and orifices are for  
natural gas only.  
leave unattended.  
Keep any electrical supply cord away from any heated  
surface.  
Keep the cooking area clear of flammable vapors  
and liquids, such as gasoline, alcohol, etc., and  
combustible materials.  
Do not use with charcoal fuel.  
Check that the area under the control panel and the  
bottom tray are free from debris that might obstruct  
the flow of combustion or ventilation air.  
Gas supply testing  
Disconnect your Weber Gas Barbecue when the gas  
supply is being tested at high pressures. This  
appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be  
disconnected from the gas supply piping system  
during any pressure testing of that system at test  
pressures in excess of 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).  
Turn off your Weber Gas Barbecue when the gas  
supply is being tested at low pressures. This appliance  
must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by  
closing its individual manual shutoff valve during any  
pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at the  
pressure equal to or less than 1/2 psig (3.5 kPa).  
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Notice Before Installation  
Contact your local municipality for any building codes regulating outdoor barbecue installations. In absence of  
local codes, you must conform to the latest edition of ANSI Z223.1.  
WE RECOMMEND THAT THIS INSTALLATION BE DONE BY A PROFESSIONAL.  
Outside underground piping  
General Specifications  
for Piping  
American National Standards Institute (ANSI)  
Recommendations for gas supply installations:  
Outside underground piping may be copper tubing, type K  
or L (ASTM B88) or polyethylene plastic tube PE3306  
(Minimum wall thickness .062") meeting ASTM 2513,  
latest specifications.  
Steel pipe is not recommended for underground use  
unless it is protected with an approved coating, insulated  
Connections:  
This barbecue is designed to operate at 7 inches of  
from hose piping and cathodically protected.  
water column pressure (.2526 psi).  
It is recommended that copper tubing be corrosion  
protected with a satisfactory material such as TC Mastic.  
A manual shut-off valve must be installed outdoors,  
immediately ahead of any connections or change in  
pipe material.  
All buried fittings should be corrosion protected with a  
satisfactory material such as TC Mastic.  
An additional manual shut-off valve indoors should be  
installed in the branch fuel line in an accessible  
location near the supply line.  
Underground piping must have a minimum of 10" cover.  
Plastic tubing  
Plastic tubing is suitable only for outside underground use.  
The point of tie into the branch line should be carefully  
selected to avoid a drip leg or be downstream of a  
valve controlling another appliance.  
The transition from metallic pipe to plastic pipe should  
be made outside and at least 10" underground.  
When compression or crimp type mechanical joints  
are used with plastic pipe, it is advisable to use an  
internal rigid stiffener in conjunction with the fitting.  
Pipe compound should be used which is resistant to  
action of natural gas when connections are made.  
The outdoor connector must be firmly attached to  
The stiffener should be assembled flush with the end  
of the tube and extend at least to the outside edge of  
the compression fitting.  
rigid, permanent construction.  
Gas line piping  
If the length of line required does not exceed 50 feet,  
use a 5/8" O.D. tube. One size larger should be used  
for lengths greater than 50 feet.  
Testing connections  
You will need a soap and water solution and a rag or  
brush to apply it.  
Indoor and above ground piping can be steel  
All connections and joints must be thoroughly tested for  
leaks after gas has been turned into the line.  
or copper.  
Steel  
New standard weight (Schedule 40) steel pipe with  
malleable iron fittings.  
ƽ DANGER  
Do not use an open flame to check for gas  
leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open  
flames in the area while you check for gas  
leaks. This will result in a fire or explosion  
which can cause serious bodily injury or  
death, and damage to property.  
Copper  
New copper tubing type K or L.  
Copper tubing must meet requirements of ASTM B88  
latest edition.  
Use flared fittings. Metallic ball sleeve compression fittings  
must not be used.  
Wet the fitting with a soap and water solution. Any bubbles  
that form or grow indicate a leak. If bubbles occur shut off  
gas, tighten the fitting, and retest.  
Copper tube joints may be soldered or brazed with  
material having a melting point in excess of 1,000°F.  
ƽWARNING: If a leak persists after tightening the  
fitting, turn gas off at the supply. DO NOT OPERATE  
YOUR BARBECUE. Contact Weber-Stephen Customer  
Service.  
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Typical natural gas supply installation to a  
Typical natural gas supply installation over  
an existing post  
concrete patio or pad  
View from behind  
View from behind  
barbecue  
barbecue  
Outside  
Outside  
Accessible  
Locking Shut off  
Accessible  
Locking Shut off  
Inside  
Indoor Shut off  
Inside  
Gas Supply  
Indoor Shut off  
Gas Supply  
Figure 1  
Figure 3  
ƽCAUTION: Follow "General Specifications for Piping"  
in this manual.  
ƽWARNING: Turn off the natural gas supply at the  
source before working on the post.  
We recommend that this installation be done by a  
professional.  
Prepare the post so that it will be approximately 2 inches  
above the pad or ground. Inspect the gas supply line at  
the post for any sign of deterioration or corrosion.  
ƽCAUTION: Combustible materials should never be  
within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of the  
barbecue. Do not locate under overhead combustible  
construction.  
ƽCAUTION: If you are in doubt as to the condition of  
an existing natural gas supply line, you should  
contact a professional or your local gas utility before  
attempting any assembly.  
Typical natural gas supply installation to a  
wood deck  
View from behind  
barbecue  
ƽCAUTION: Combustible materials should never be  
within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of the  
barbecue. Do not locate under overhead combustible  
construction.  
Outside  
Accessible  
Locking Shut off  
Inside  
Indoor Shut off  
Gas Supply  
Figure 2  
ƽCAUTION: Follow "General Specifications for Piping"  
in this manual.  
We recommend that this installation be done by a  
professional.  
ƽCAUTION: Combustible materials should never be  
within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of the  
barbecue. Do not locate under overhead combustible  
construction.  
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Recommended concrete pad requirements  
We recommend a pad a minimum of 40 inches left to right,  
20 inches front to back and 4 inches deep (1.85 cubic feet).  
Figure 4.  
Note - Cubic feet is determined by multiplying length times  
width times depth and dividing by 1728.  
20”  
40”  
4”  
Figure 4  
If you use a concrete bag mix, use the mix for maximum  
strength. An average 80 pound bag of concrete mix will  
make approximately 2/3 of a cubic foot of concrete.  
Note - Follow the concrete bag mix, manufacturers  
recommendations concerning pad preparation, gravel,  
sand, etc. Figure 5.  
Concrete Pad  
Crushed stone,  
sand or gravel  
Earth  
Figure 5  
ƽCAUTION: Allow fresh concrete to cure completely  
before attempting to anchor the barbecue to the  
concrete.  
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Step 1  
Assembly  
Tools needed  
Check package contents  
Regular screwdriver  
Phillips screwdriver  
Cooking box  
(assembly)  
Hammer  
One 7/16 inch or an adjustable wrench  
Lid  
(assembly)  
Pliers  
Tape Measure  
Pencil  
Bottom tray  
Electric drill  
Control panel  
Work table  
Supplies needed  
You will need a soap and water solution to check for gas  
leaks. (See Step "Check for gas leaks.")  
Note - The hardware size of nuts, bolts, and screws is  
given. For example "1/4-20 x 2 inch bolt" means a bolt  
1/4 inch in diameter with 20 threads to the inch, 2 inches  
long. On a small screw for example, "6-32 x 1/2 inch  
screw" means a number 6 screw, with 32 threads to the  
inch, 1/2 inch long.  
Spacer bracket  
While we give much attention to our products,  
unfortunately an occasional error may occur.  
If a part is missing, do not go back to the store.  
Call the Weber Customer Service Center toll free  
1-800-446-1071 to receive immediate assistance.  
Have your owner’s manual and serial number of the  
barbecue available for reference.  
Gas supply line  
(with the flare fitting  
loosely attached  
for shipping purposes)  
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Left frame  
Front Panel  
Cooking grate (2)  
Catch pan holder  
Catch Pan  
Right frame  
Side frame (2)  
Accessory rack  
Drip pans (2)  
Warm-Up Basket  
Thermometer  
Warming Rack  
Condiment basket  
Five long Flavorizer Bars  
Eight short Flavorizer Bars  
Side panel (2)  
Side burner assembly  
Burner grate  
Side burner knob  
Base panel  
Side burner locks (2)  
Note:The locks are  
taped to the inside of  
the side burner lid.  
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Check contents of hardware packs  
Ten plastic buttons  
End bracket  
Three burner control knobs  
Three tool holders  
Three tubing plugs  
Manifold bracket  
Two Phillips screws/washers  
Two hinge pins  
(hardware size: 1/4 x 1 1/2 inch clevis pin)  
(actual size)  
One 1/4-20 x 2 inch bolts  
(actual size)  
Six 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts  
(actual size)  
One 1/4-20 keps nut  
Seven nylon washers  
(actual size)  
Two hair pin cotters  
(actual size)  
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Step 2  
Step 3  
Assemble frame  
Continue frame assembly  
You will need: left frame, right frame, two nylon washers,  
two 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts and a 7/16 inch wrench.  
You will need: frame assembly, two side frames, four  
1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts, four nylon washers and a  
7/16 inch wrench.  
Note - Work on carpeted area (on grass, or on one of the  
boxes) to protect the finish during frame assembly.  
Assemble one side frame onto the leg tabs of the right  
frame, and the second side frame onto the leg tabs of the  
left frame. Make sure the anchoring base plates are  
facing in toward each other. The tabs must be on the  
inside of the frames when the joints are closed.  
Put the frame pieces so the leg tabs are up. Put the right  
frame to your right and left frame to your left. Figure 1.  
Slip the two frame halves together with the tabs inside,  
until the tabs of the right frame are inside the left frame  
and the holes align. Figure 1 (a).  
Add front panel with the large hole down and to your  
right. Add washers, then bolts. Do not fully tighten  
these bolts. You will tighten them once the base is  
anchored. Figure 2 (a).  
Slip washers over bolts; insert and tighten bolts. (If you  
try to insert a bolt and there are no holes, you have the  
left frame turned the wrong way. Turn the left frame  
around.) Figure 1 (b).  
Turn frame assembly right side up.  
(a)  
Anchoring base  
plates are facing in  
(a)  
Do not fully tighten  
these bolts  
Figure 2  
(b)  
Figure 1  
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Step 4  
Step 5  
Install side burner locks  
Measure and drill holes  
Note:The locks are taped to the inside of the side  
burner lid.  
You will need: Completed frame assembly, base panel,  
tape measure, and pencil.  
You will need: frame assembly, two side burner locks  
and a 7/16 inch wrench.  
ƽCAUTION: Combustible materials should never be  
within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of  
the barbecue. Do not locate under overhead  
combustible construction.  
Turn frame assembly right side up.  
Loosen the right rear 1/4 x 20 bolt. Install the side burner  
lock. The “U” shape cut out of the lock slips down over  
the bolt. Tighten with a wrench. Figure 3 (a).  
Note - With the lid open the depth of the barbecue is  
28 inches, front to back.  
Set the completed frame assembly in position on your  
deck, concrete pad, or patio for anchoring. Measure the  
distance from the outside of the base plate to the outside  
of the other base plate. It should be 37 1/4” across.  
Figure 4.  
Loosen the right front 1/4 x 20 bolt. The side burner lock  
fits between the front panel and the frame. The “U” shape  
cut out slips up over the bolt. Tighten with a wrench.  
Figure 3 (b).  
(a)  
Note: If the measurement is not 37 1/4” across adjust the  
legs as necessary so that the measurement is 37 1/4”.  
Figure 4  
(b)  
Place the base panel in between the legs to insure fit.  
Figure 5. Once the fit is established, remove the base  
panel and mark the holes.  
ƽCAUTION: A minimum of 2 bolts are required on  
each side.  
You are now ready to anchor the base.  
Figure 3  
Figure 5  
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Step 6  
Typical installation of the base for an existing  
concrete patio, new pad or wood deck  
(continued)  
Typical installation of the base for an existing  
concrete patio, new pad or wood deck  
Method 1 - Concrete  
ƽCAUTION: Combustible materials should never be  
within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of  
the barbecue. Do not locate under overhead  
combustible construction.  
A strike anchor, a minimum size of 3/8 inch x 3 1/2 inches  
long with a 3/8 inch flat washer and 3/8 inch nut. Figure 7.  
Note - Use a 3/8 inch diameter concrete drill bit for drilling  
the hole for the strike anchor.  
Note - With the lid open the depth of the barbecue is  
28 inches, front to back.  
Strike anchor  
3/8 inch nut  
For anchoring, we recommend use of one of the following  
methods:  
ƽWARNING: Whichever method used, the base must  
be bolted down (anchored) at a minimum of four  
anchoring points (two per side) prior to barbecue  
assembly. One anchor in each corner of the base  
plate. Figure 6.  
3/8 inch flat washer  
Mount plate  
Drilled hole  
Figure 7  
1
4
2
3
Figure 6  
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Method 2 - Concrete  
Typical installation of the base for an existing  
concrete patio, new pad or wood deck (continued)  
A concrete lag bolt, a minimum of 3/8 inch x 2 1/2 inches  
long with a 3/8 inch diameter long lag shield and a 3/8 inch  
flat washer. Figure 8.  
Method 4 - Wood deck  
After assembling the base according to the assembly  
instructions, position the base assembly on your deck for  
anchoring.  
Note - Use a 5/8 inch concrete drill bit for drilling the hole  
for the lag shield.  
ƽCAUTION: Combustible materials should never be  
within 24 inches of the top, bottom, back or sides of  
the barbecue. Do not locate under overhead  
combustible construction.  
Concrete lag bolt  
3/8 inch flat washer  
ƽCAUTION: For a deck installation, it is  
recommended to anchor one screw into a joist.  
Mount plate  
Lag shield  
Note - With the lid open, the depth of the barbecue is  
28 inches, front to back.  
Anchor the base to the deck. We recommend using a  
minimum of a 3/8 inch x 1 1/2 inch lag bolt with a 3/8 inch  
flat washer. Figure 10.  
Note - Use a 3/16 inch drill bit for drilling a pilot hole for a  
3/8 inch lag bolt.  
Drilled hole  
3/8 inch x 1 1/2 inch lag bolt  
3/8 inch flat washer  
Figure 8  
Method 3 - Concrete  
A 3/8 inch machine screw anchor, using a 3/8-16 x  
1 1/2 inch machine screw and a flat washer. Figure 9.  
Mount plate  
Drilled hole  
Note - Use a 3/4 inch diameter concrete drill bit for drilling  
the hole for the screw base. The machine screw anchor  
requires a setting tool.  
3/8-16 x 1 1/2 machine screw  
3/8 inch flat washer  
Figure 10  
ƽWARNING: Whichever method used, the base must  
be bolted down (anchored) at a minimum of four  
anchoring points (two per side) prior to barbecue  
assembly. One anchor in each corner of the base  
plate. Figure 11.  
Mount plate  
3/8 inch screw anchor  
Drilled hole  
Figure 9  
1
4
2
3
Figure 11  
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Step 7  
Step 8  
Tighten all frame bolts  
Add cooking box  
Fully tighten the 1/4-20 bolts in the frame assembly, that  
you only started in Step “Continue Frame Assembly”  
Figure 12.  
You will need: cooking box assembly, spacer bracket,  
1/4-20 x 2 inch bolt, nylon washer, 1/4-20 keps nut, pliers  
and a 7/16 inch wrench.  
Set the cooking box in the frame so the burner tubes are  
under the frame brace. Figure 13.  
Note: Be careful when sliding the burner tubes through  
the side frame.  
Burner tubes  
Frame brace  
Figure 12  
Figure 13  
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Slide the cooking box to the left within the frame. Put the  
washer on the bolt. Take the spacer bracket and hold it up  
to the frame making sure both tabs fit underneath the frame  
cross piece. Figure 14 (a). Insert the bolt through the center  
hole in the spacer bracket, frame and cooking box with the  
head of the bolt outside the spacer bracket. Figure 14 (b).  
Add keps nut. Tighten by holding the bolt with pliers while  
you tighten the nut with the 7/16 inch wrench.  
Your Weber Gas Barbecue burner assembly has been  
factory assembled, pressure and flame tested. As a safety  
precaution we recommend you check the burner alignment:  
a) Are the ends of the burners under the washers at the  
left rear and left front of the cooking box? The screws  
are only guides. Do not tighten. Figure 15 (a).  
b) Are the wing nuts under the burner assembly hand  
tight? Do not tighten with pliers. Figure 15 (b).  
Frame  
cross piece  
If you answered YES to a and b, the burners are correctly  
aligned. If you answered NO, the burners are misaligned.  
Contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service. Do not use  
barbecue.  
(a)  
Spacer  
bracket  
Guide screw  
(a)  
(b)  
Tab  
Keps  
nut  
View from  
behind  
cooking  
box  
Bolt  
Nylon  
washer  
(b)  
Figure 15  
Wing nuts  
Figure 14  
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Step 9  
Step 10  
Install igniter  
Connect barbecue gas supply line to the natural  
gas supply  
Note - The igniter wires are already attached to the Gas  
Catcher Ignition Chamber and the igniter. This was done  
to factory test the ignition system.  
Note - We recommend that the connection between the  
barbecue gas supply line and the natural gas supply  
be flare to flare. A 3/8-inch flare fitting has been  
included with the barbecue gas supply line of your gas  
barbecue. The fitting is loosely connected for shipping  
and should be removed before installation.  
The igniter lock nut is on the igniter.  
Insert the top of the igniter up through the large part of  
the keyhole in the frame brace. Figure 16 (b). Loosen the  
igniter lock nut and slide the igniter into the small part of  
the keyhole. Figure 16 (c). Tighten the igniter lock nut.  
Figure 16.  
You will need: barbecue gas supply line, 3/8 inch flare  
fitting, 3/4 inch and 11/16 inch wrenches.  
Note - If the igniter works loose, carefully tighten the  
igniter lock nut with an adjustable wrench or pliers.  
ƽWARNING: This barbecue is NOT portable. It must  
be bolted down at all times when it is connected to a  
natural gas supply.  
(a)  
Unscrew the 3/8 inch flare fitting from the barbecue gas  
supply line. Apply pipe sealant to the threads of the  
pipe fitting. Screw the pipe fitting end of the 3/8 inch  
flare fitting into the natural gas supply pipe. Tighten with  
an 11/16 inch wrench. Figure 17 (a).  
Attach the flare nut on the barbecue gas supply line to  
the flare fitting end of the 3/8 inch flare fitting. Tighten  
with a 3/4 inch wrench. Figure 17 (a).  
Attach the flare nut at the other end of the barbecue gas  
supply line to the manifold fitting. Tighten with a 3/4 inch  
wrench. Figure 17 (b).  
Frame brace  
(b)  
(b)  
Figure 16  
Keyhole in  
frame brace  
Igniter lock nut  
(c)  
Frame brace  
Apply pipe  
sealant here  
Figure 17  
Small part of keyhole  
in frame brace  
(a)  
Natural Gas  
Supply Pipe  
Pipe fitting end  
of 3/8-inch  
Flare Fitting  
Flare fitting end of  
3/8-inch Flare Fitting  
Barbecue gas  
supply line  
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Step 11  
Step 12  
Check all valves are off  
You will need: one burner control knob.  
Install side burner  
You will need: side burner assembly, burner grate, and  
manifold bracket.  
(Valves are shipped in the OFF position, but you should  
check to be sure.) Put the knob on each valve. Check by  
pushing down and turning clockwise. If they do not turn  
they are off. Proceed to the next step. Figure 18.  
ƽWARNING: Make sure gas supply is OFF.  
Slide the side burner assembly into the open end of the  
right frame. Route the side burner hose around the tank  
panel so it will not interfere with scale indicator rod.  
The side burner hose is connected in the following  
manner:  
Slide back the collar of the quick disconnect on the  
manifold. Push the male fitting of the side burner hose  
into the quick disconnect, and maintain pressure. Slide  
the collar closed. Figure 19a. Figure 19b shows the quick  
disconnect engaged.Install burner grate. Check to be  
sure the side burner valve is OFF. Push side burner  
control knob down and turn clockwise. Figure 19.  
Figure 18  
Figure 19  
Male fitting  
a)  
Manifold side view  
Quick disconnect  
engaged  
b)  
Manifold side view  
Side burner hose  
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Step 13  
Step 14  
Install manifold bracket  
You will need: manifold bracket.  
Purge air from gas lines  
You will need: one burner control knob.  
Hook the bracket onto the manifold at the center burner  
valve. Figure 20. Place your hand underneath the bracket.  
Lift the bracket, manifold and cooking box slightly as a unit  
and hook onto the frame brace. Figure 21 (a).  
ƽ DANGER  
Be sure there are no sparks or open flames  
in the area while purging. This can cause  
fire, explosion or serious bodily injury.  
Frame brace  
Manifold bracket  
It is necessary to bleed the air out of newly installed gas  
lines. Turn gas supply ON at the source. Put on the front  
burner control knob. Push the front burner control knob  
down and turn to HI. When you start to smell gas, turn  
front burner control knob to OFF. Figure 21.  
(a)  
Figure 20  
View from below  
cooking box  
Figure 21  
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Check:  
Step 15  
a) Gas supply line to manifold connection. Figure 24 (a).  
b) Manifold to side burner hose connection. Figure 24 (b).  
Check for gas leaks  
ƽ DANGER  
ƽWARNING: If there is a leak at connection (a) or (b),  
retighten the fitting with a wrench and recheck for  
leaks with soap and water solution.  
Do not use an open flame to check for gas  
leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open  
flames in the area while you check for  
leaks.This will result in a fire or explosion  
which can cause serious bodily injury or  
death and damage to property.  
If a leak persists after retightening the fitting, turn  
OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE.  
Contact your dealer.  
c) Side burner hose to side burner connection.  
Figure 24 (c).  
ƽWARNING:You should check for gas leaks every  
time you disconnect and reconnect a gas fitting.  
d) Valves to manifold connections. Figure 24 (d).  
ƽWARNING: If there is a leak at connections (c) or (d),  
turn OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE.  
Contact your dealer.  
Note - All factory made connections have been thoroughly  
checked for gas leaks. The burners have been flame  
tested. As a safety precaution you should recheck all  
fittings for leaks before using your Weber Gas Barbecue.  
Shipping and handling may have loosened or damaged a  
gas fitting.  
e) Barbecue gas supply line to natural gas supply  
connection. Figure 24 (e).  
ƽWARNING: If there is a leak at connection (e), turn  
OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE.  
Contact your installer.  
ƽWARNING: Perform these leak checks even if your  
barbecue was dealer or store assembled.  
You will need: soap and water solution and a rag or  
brush to apply it.  
When leak checks are complete, turn gas supply OFF  
and rinse connections with water.  
Make sure side burner is OFF. Remove valve control  
knob and screws. Remove porcelain top. Figure 22.  
f) Reinstall the side burner cover. Figure 22.  
(a)  
(b)  
Figure 22  
To perform leak checks: Turn ON gas supply at the  
source. Figure 23.  
Gas supply shut  
off at the house  
(c)  
Figure 23  
ƽWARNING: Do not ignite burners while leak checking.  
(e)  
(d)  
Check for leaks by wetting the connections with the soap  
and water solution and watching for bubbles. If bubbles  
form or if a bubble grows there is a leak.  
Note - Since some leak test solutions, including soap and  
water, may be slightly corrosive, all connections should  
be rinsed with water after checking for leaks.  
Figure 24  
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Step 16  
Step 17  
Add base panel  
You will need: Base panel.  
Install side panels  
You will need: two side panels, and eight plastic buttons.  
Put the right side in and down, tilt and set the left side in  
place. Figure 25.  
From the inside of the frame assembly, set the left side  
panel in place between the side frame legs.  
Notice that there are two sets of holes in each side panel.  
Align the holes in the side panel to match the holes in the  
left side frame legs. Push in the four plastic buttons.  
Figure 26 (a).  
Repeat with the right side panel.  
top  
Left side  
panel  
Base panel  
Figure 25  
Right side  
panel  
bottom  
(a)  
Figure 26  
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Step 18  
Step 19  
Install Flavorizer Bars and Cooking Grates  
Install the bottom tray  
You will need: five long Flavorizer Bars, eight short  
Flavorizer Bars and two cooking grates.  
You will need: bottom tray, catch pan holder, catch pan and  
one drip pan.  
Set the long Flavorizer Bars side to side in the lower  
position, then set the short Flavorizer Bars front to back  
in the upper position in the cooking box. Figure 27.  
Finger grip on front  
edge of bottom tray  
Front side of catch  
pan holder  
Figure 29  
Hook the ends of the catch pan holder into the hole in the  
bottom tray. Figure 30. The front of the catch pan holder  
must be on the same side as the finger grip of the  
bottom tray.  
Figure 27  
The open "U" of the cooking grates goes down. Set  
the cooking grates onto the ledges in the cooking box.  
Figure 28.  
Finger grip  
Figure 30  
Slide the bottom tray onto the mounting rails under the  
cooking box with finger grip toward you. Figure 31.  
ƽCAUTION: Do not line bottom tray with aluminum  
foil. It can cause grease fires by trapping the grease  
and not allowing grease to flow into the catch pan.  
Figure 28  
Bottom tray  
Figure 31  
Put the foil drip pan into the catch pan.  
Slide the catch pan into the catch pan holder with its  
finger grip towards you.  
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Step 20  
Step 21  
Install Lid  
Add tool holders, control panel and burner  
control knobs  
You will need: lid, two hinge pins and two hair pin cotters.  
You will need: three tool holders, control panel, two  
Phillips screws/washers, a Phillips screwdriver, and three  
burner control knobs.  
Set the lid in place. Align the hinges at the rear of the  
barbecue. Insert hinge pins from the outside. Insert hair pin  
cotters into the small holes in the hinge pins. Figure 32.  
Hook the tool holders over the frame rail and snap down  
into place. Figure 33.  
Hair pin cotter  
Hinge pin  
Set the control panel in place over both frame braces.  
(Hold the Crossover Ignition button up while setting the  
control panel in place.) Line up the holes in the control  
panel with the holes in the inserts in the frame brace.  
Insert screws and tighten with a Phillips screwdriver until  
snug. Do not overtighten. Figure 33 (a).  
Push on the burner control knobs. Figure 33 (b).  
Insert in  
frame brace  
(a)  
Crossover  
Ignition Button  
Figure 32  
Control panel  
Phillips screws/  
washers  
Tool holders  
(b)  
Figure 33  
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Step 22  
Step 23  
Secure side burner  
Install the condiment basket  
You will need: condiment basket and end bracket.  
Stand to the right side of the barbecue. Slightly pull back  
both side burner locks. Slide the side burner toward the  
control panel. The locks will snap into the slots in the  
front and back of the side burner. Figure 34.  
Insert one wire end of the condiment basket into the hole  
in the side frame. Figure 35 (a). Insert the opposite wire  
end of the condiment basket into the hole in the end  
bracket. Hold the end bracket at an angle so the lower tab  
is inside the frame tube. Push the bracket into the frame.  
Figure 35 (b). Check to see that the lower tab of the  
bracket is hooked in the slot in the frame. Figure 35 (c).  
ƽCAUTION: Make sure both locks have snapped  
into place.  
To fully seat the bracket, you may have to tap it lightly  
with a hammer.  
ƽWARNING: If the end bracket is in any way cracked  
or damaged, do not use the condiment basket. Call  
our Customer Service Center to order a new part.  
Wire end  
(a)  
View from top  
(b)  
View from rear  
of barbecue  
Figure 34  
Slot in frame  
(view from below)  
(c)  
Figure 35  
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Step 24  
Step 25  
Install the accessory rack  
You will need: accessory rack.  
Complete accessory installation  
You will need: Warm-Up Basket, warming rack, work  
table, three tubing plugs, thermometer and a hammer.  
Rest the left end of the accessory rack on the base  
panel. Figure 36 (a).  
Insert one end of the Weber Warm-Up Basket into the hole  
in the right end of the lid and the other end into the slot in  
the left end of the lid. Figure 37 (a).  
Insert the right hooks into the right side frame slots.  
Figure 36 (b).  
Set the warming rack into the slots at the rear of the  
cooking box. Figure 37 (b).  
Raise the left end up and slide left hooks into the left side  
frame slots. Figure 36.  
Set the work table onto the left side rails. Figure 37 (c).  
Insert the thermometer into its holder. Figure 37 (d).  
Insert the tubing plugs into the ends of the frame. To fully  
seat the plugs, you may have to tap them lightly with a  
hammer. Figure 37 (e).  
Left side  
frame slots  
(a)  
(a)  
(d)  
(b)  
(b)  
(c)  
Left hooks  
(e)  
Figure 36  
Right side  
frame  
Figure 37  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
1) Open the lid. Figure 1.  
Lighting  
Summary lighting instructions are on the control panel.  
2) Make sure all burner control knobs are turned OFF.  
(Push each burner control knob down and turn  
clockwise.)  
ƽ DANGER  
3) Turn gas supply valve on.  
Failure to open lid while igniting the  
barbecue, or not waiting 5 minutes to  
allow the gas to clear if the barbecue  
does not light, may result in an explosive  
flame-up which can cause serious bodily  
injury or death.  
ƽWARNING: Do not lean over open barbecue. Keep  
your face and body at least one foot away from the  
matchlight hole when lighting the barbecue.  
4) Push Front burner control knob down and turn to  
START/ HI.  
5) Push the Crossover Ignition Button several times, so it  
clicks each time.  
Crossover Ignition System  
6) Check that the burner is lit by looking through the  
matchlight hole on the front of the cooking box.  
Note - The Crossover Ignition System ignites the Front  
burner with a spark from the igniter electrode inside the Gas  
Catcher Ignition Chamber. You generate the energy for the  
spark by pushing the Crossover Ignition Button until it clicks.  
ƽWARNING: If the burner does not light, turn the  
Front burner control knob to OFF and wait 5 minutes  
to let the gas clear before you try again or try to light  
with a match.  
ƽWARNING: Check gas supply line before each use  
of barbecue for nicks or cracking. If the gas supply  
line is found to be damaged in any way, do not use the  
barbecue. Replace using only Weber authorized  
replacement gas supply line. Order from Weber-  
Stephen Products Co., Customer Service Center.  
7) After the FRONT burner is lit you can turn on the other  
burners.  
Note - Always light the FRONT burner first. The other  
burners ignite from the FRONT burner.  
Crossover Ignition System  
To Extinguish  
1
Turn gas supply OFF at the source, then push down  
and turn each burner control knob clockwise to OFF.  
7
2
7
5
6
4
Figure 1  
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Manual Lighting  
ƽWARNING: Do not lean over open barbecue. Keep  
your face and body at least one foot away from the  
matchlight hole when lighting the barbecue.  
ƽ DANGER  
Failure to open lid while igniting the  
barbecue, or not waiting 5 minutes to  
allow the gas to clear if the barbecue  
does not light, may result in an explosive  
flame-up which can cause serious bodily  
injury or death.  
5) Push Front burner control knob down and turn to  
START/ HI.  
6) Check that the burner is lit by looking through the  
matchlight hole on the front of the cooking box.  
ƽWARNING: If the burner does not light, turn the Front  
burner control knob to OFF and wait 5 minutes to let  
the gas clear before you try again or try to light with a  
match.  
1) Open the lid. Figure 2.  
2) Make sure all burner control knobs are turned OFF.  
(Push each burner control knob down and turn  
clockwise.)  
7) After the FRONT burner is lit you can turn on the other  
burners.  
Note - Always light the FRONT burner first. The other  
burners ignite from the FRONT burner.  
3) Turn gas supply valve on.  
4) Strike a match and put the flame into the matchlight  
hole in the front of the cooking box.  
Manual Lighting  
To Extinguish  
1
Turn gas supply OFF at the source, then push down  
and turn each burner control knob clockwise to OFF.  
7
7
2
4, 6  
5
Figure 2  
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Lighting the side burner  
The side burner has a separate ignition system from the  
main cooking box.  
Lighting the side burner if the main burners are lit.  
Figure 4.  
1) Open the side burner lid.  
2) Push down and turn the side burner control to HI.  
ƽ DANGER  
3) Press the side burner igniter button several times so it  
Failure to open lid while igniting the side  
burner, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow  
gas to clear if the side burner does not light,  
may result in an explosive flame-up which  
can cause serious bodily injury or death.  
clicks each time.  
1
2
Lighting only the side burner. Figure 3.  
1) Open the side burner lid.  
2) Check that the side burner valve is OFF (push down  
and turn clockwise), and all main burner control valves  
are OFF (push down and turn clockwise).  
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Figure 4  
3) Turn gas supply valve on.  
ƽCAUTION: Side burner flame may be difficult to see  
4) Push down and turn the side burner control valve to HI.  
on a bright sunny day.  
5) Push the side burner igniter button several times so it  
clicks each time.  
ƽWARNING: If the side burner does not light:  
1
a) Turn OFF the side burner control valve.  
4
b) Wait 5 minutes to let the gas clear before you try  
again or try to light with a match.  
2
5
Figure 3  
ƽCAUTION: Side burner flame may be difficult to see  
on a bright sunny day.  
ƽWARNING: If the side burner does not light:  
a) Turn OFF the side burner control valve.  
b) Wait 5 minutes to let the gas clear before you try  
again or try to light with a match.  
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Cooking  
After a Period of Nonuse  
You can adjust the FRONT, CENTER and BACK burners  
as desired. The control settings High (H), Medium (M), Low  
(L), or Off (O) are described in your Weber cookbook. The  
cookbook uses these notations to describe the settings of  
the FRONT, CENTER, and BACK burners. For example, to  
sear steaks you would use (HHH) (all burners at high).  
Then to complete cooking you would use (MOM) (FRONT  
at medium, CENTER off, and BACK at medium). See your  
Weber cookbook for detailed cooking instructions.  
The Weber Gas Barbecue should be checked for  
gas leaks and any obstructions in the burner tubes  
before using. (See Sections General and Annual  
Maintenance.)  
Check that the areas under the control panel and the  
bottom tray are free from debris that might obstruct  
the flow of combustion or ventilation air.  
The Spider Stopper Guards should also be checked for  
any obstructions. (See Section "Annual Maintenance.")  
Note: The temperatures inside your cooking box, for the  
first few uses, while surfaces are still very reflective, may  
be hotter than those shown in your cookbook. Cooking  
conditions may require the adjustment of the burner  
controls to attain the correct cooking temperatures.  
Periodic Cleaning  
ƽCAUTION: Replace thermometer in lid when not in  
use. Do not leave thermometer in food while cooking.  
ƽWARNING: Turn your Weber Gas Barbecue OFF and  
wait for it to cool before cleaning.  
If burners go out during cooking, open lid, turn off all  
burners and wait 5 minutes before relighting.  
ƽCAUTION: Do not clean your Flavorizer Bars or  
cooking grates in a self-cleaning oven. Replacement  
cooking grates and Flavorizer Bars are available  
through your retailer or the Weber-Stephen Customer  
Service Center.  
Preheating  
Your Weber Gas Barbecue is an energy efficient appliance.  
It operates at a low B.T.U. rate for economy. To preheat,  
after lighting, close lid and turn all burners to high (HHH).  
Preheating to between 500° and 550° F (260° and 290° C)  
will take 10 to 15 minutes depending on conditions such as  
air temperature and wind.  
Outside surfaces - Use a warm soapy water solution.  
ƽCAUTION: Do not use oven cleaner, abrasive  
cleansers (kitchen cleansers) cleaners that contain  
citrus products or abrasive cleaning pads on barbecue  
or cart surfaces.  
Drippings and grease  
The Flavorizer Bars are designed to "smoke" the right  
amount of drippings for flavorful cooking. Excess drippings  
and grease accumulate in the catch pan under the bottom  
tray. Disposable foil liners are available that fit the catch pan.  
Bottom tray - Remove excess grease and then wash with  
warm soapy water.  
Flavorizer Bars and Cooking Grates - Clean with a  
suitable brass bristle brush. As needed, remove from grill  
and wash with warm soapy water.  
ƽWARNING: Check the bottom tray for grease build-  
up before each use. Remove excess grease to avoid a  
grease fire in the bottom tray.  
Catch pan - Disposable foil trays are available, or you can  
line the catch pan with aluminum foil. To clean the catch  
pan, wash with warm soapy water.  
Thermometer - Wipe with warm soapy water, clean with  
plastic scrub ball. Do not put in dishwasher or submerge in  
water.  
Inside cooking box - Brush any debris off of burners tubes.  
DO NOT ENLARGE BURNER PORTS (OPENINGS). Wash  
inside of cooking box with warm soapy water.  
Inside Lid - While lid is warm, wipe inside with paper towel  
to prevent flaking due to grease build-up.  
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If a leak persists after retightening the fitting, turn OFF  
the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE. Contact  
your dealer.  
Annual Maintenance  
After a period of nonuse we recommend that you perform  
c) Side burner hose to side burner connection. Figure 5 (c).  
d) Valves to manifold connections. Figure 5 (d).  
the following maintenance procedures for your safety.  
ƽWARNING: Check gas supply line before each use  
of barbecue for nicks or cracking. If the gas supply  
line is found to be damaged in any way, do not use the  
barbecue. Replace using only Weber authorized  
replacement gas supply line. Order from Weber-  
Stephen Products Co., Customer Service Center.  
ƽWARNING: If there is a leak at connections (c) or (d),  
turn OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE.  
Contact your dealer.  
e) Barbecue gas supply line to natural gas supply  
connection. Figure 5 (e).  
ƽWARNING: If there is a leak at connection (e), turn  
OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE.  
Contact your installer.  
ƽCAUTION: If the barbecue gas supply line is damaged  
in any way or leaking, do not use the barbecue.  
Inspect the burners for correct flame pattern. Clean if  
necessary, following the procedures outlined in the  
"General Maintenance" section of this manual.  
When leak checks are complete, see steps “Add side  
panels” and “Add base panel” to reinstall. Turn gas supply  
OFF at the source and rinse connections with water.  
Check all gas fittings for leaks.  
(a)  
ƽ DANGER  
Do not use an open flame to check for gas  
leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open  
flames in the area while you check for  
leaks. This will result in a fire or explosion  
which can cause serious bodily injury or  
death, and damage to property.  
(b)  
ƽWARNING: You should check for gas leaks every  
time you disconnect and reconnect a gas fitting.  
(c)  
You will need: a soap and water solution and a rag or  
brush to apply it.  
To perform leak checks: Make sure all burners are in the  
OFF position. Turn on gas supply.  
Refer to the steps “Add side panels” and “Add base panel”  
to remove the panels to expose the gas supply line for  
leak checking.  
(d)  
(e)  
ƽWARNING: Do not ignite burners while leak checking.  
Check for leaks by wetting the connections with the soap  
and water solution and watching for bubbles. If bubbles  
form or if a bubble grows there is a leak.  
Note - Since some leak test solutions, including soap and  
water, may be slightly corrosive, all connections should be  
rinsed with water after checking for leaks.  
Figure 5  
Inspection and Cleaning of the Weber Spider  
Stopper Guards  
Check:  
a) Gas supply line to manifold connection. Figure 5 (a).  
b) Manifold to side burner hose connection. Figure 5 (b).  
To inspect the Spider Stopper Guards, remove the control  
panel and look to see if they have dust or dirt on their outside  
surfaces. If they are dirty, brush off the outside surface of the  
Spider Stopper Guards with a soft bristle brush (an old  
toothbrush for example). Check that there are no gaps in the  
Spider Stopper Guards’ seams or in the fit around the  
burners or valves. (See Section "General Maintenance".)  
ƽWARNING: If there is a leak at connection (a) or (b),  
retighten the fitting with a wrench and recheck for  
leaks with soap and water solution.  
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Main Burner Flame Pattern  
General Maintenance  
Weber Spider Stopper Guards  
The Weber Gas Barbecue burners have been factory set  
for the correct air and gas mixture. The correct flame  
pattern is shown in Figure 8.  
Your Weber Gas Barbecue, as well as any outdoor gas  
appliance, is a target for spiders and other insects. They  
can nest in the venturi section of the burner tubes. This  
blocks the normal gas flow, and can cause the gas to flow  
back out of the air shutter. Figure 6. This could result in a  
fire in and around the air shutters, under the control panel,  
causing serious damage to your barbecue.  
Tips occasionally yellowish  
Burner inside  
cooking box  
Light blue  
Venturi  
Dark blue  
Flames  
Figure 8  
Venturi fin  
Air shutter  
If the flames do not appear to be uniform the length of the  
burner tube, follow the burner cleaning procedures.  
Figure 6  
The Weber Spider Stopper Guard is factory installed. It fits  
tightly around the air shutter section of the burner tube and  
the valve, thereby preventing spiders and other insects  
access to the burner tubes through the air shutter openings.  
Figure 7.  
Main Burner Cleaning Procedure  
Turn off the gas supply. Remove the manifold. (See  
Section “Replacing the main burners”.)  
Look inside each burner with a flashlight. Figure 9.  
Weber Spider  
Stopper Guard  
Figure 9  
Clean the inside of the burners with a wire (a straightened  
out coat hanger will work). Figure 10. Check and clean the  
air shutter opening at the ends of the burners. Check and  
clean the valve orifices at the base of the valves. Use a  
brass bristle brush to clean outside of burners. This is to  
make sure all the burner ports are fully open.  
Figure 7  
We recommend that you inspect the Weber Spider  
Stopper Guards at least once a year. (See section  
“Annual Maintenance”.) Also inspect and clean the  
Spider Stopper Guards if any of the following  
symptoms should ever occur.  
1. The smell of gas in conjunction with the burner flames  
appearing yellow and lazy.  
2. Barbecue does not reach temperature.  
3. Barbecue heats unevenly.  
Figure 10  
ƽCAUTION: Do not enlarge the burner ports when  
cleaning.  
4. One or more of the burners do not ignite.  
ƽ DANGER  
Failure to correct these symptoms may  
result in a fire which can cause serious  
bodily injury or death and cause damage  
to property.  
Replacing Main Burners  
a) Your Weber Gas Barbecue must be OFF and cool.  
b) Turn gas OFF at source.  
c) Remove control panel: take off the burner control  
knobs. Remove the screws holding the control panel  
in place. Lift off the control panel.  
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d) Unlatch the Spider Stopper Guards and remove.  
Figure 11.  
h) Lift and twist the burner assembly slightly, to separate  
the crossover tube from the burners. Figure 14.  
Remove the burners from the cooking box.  
Crossover tube  
Figure 14  
Figure 11  
e) Disconnect gas supply line and side burner.  
i) To reinstall the burners, reverse steps c) through g).  
f) Remove the manifold bracket and unscrew the two  
wing nuts that hold the manifold to the cooking box.  
Pull the manifold and valve assembly out of the  
burners and carefully set it down. Figure 12.  
ƽCAUTION: The burner openings must be positioned  
properly over the valve orifices. Figure 15 (a).  
Check proper assembly before fastening manifold in  
place. Figure 15 (b).  
View from behind  
cooking box  
Burner  
opening  
(a)  
Valve  
orifice  
Wing nuts  
Figure 12  
g) Slide the burner assembly out from under the guide  
screw and washer in the corners of the cooking box.  
Figure 13.  
(b)  
Guide screw  
Figure 15  
Figure 13  
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j) Reinstall the Spider Stopper Guards. Slightly rotate  
the Spider Stopper Guards so that the seams are in  
line with the Venturi fins. There should be no gaps in  
the seams or in the fit around the burners and valves.  
Figure 16.  
Crossover Ignition System Operations  
If the Crossover Ignition System fails to ignite the Front  
burner, light the Front burner with a match. If the Front  
burner lights with a match, then check the Crossover  
Ignition System.  
Check that both the white and black ignition wires are  
attached properly. Figure 17.  
Check fit  
around valve  
Venturi fin  
White wire  
Black wire  
Check fit around burner  
Figure 16  
Figure 17  
ƽCAUTION: If the Spider Stopper Guards do not fit  
tightly, contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service.  
Check that the Crossover Ignition button pushes the  
k) Reconnect gas supply line. See “Check for gas leaks”.  
igniter (button) down, and returns to the up position.  
Check to see if the igniter is loose in the frame.  
Tighten if necessary; see Step “Install igniter” for  
correct procedure.  
If the Crossover Ignition System still fails to light, See  
Section "Manual Lighting", and contact Weber-Stephen  
Customer Service.  
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TROUBLESHOOTING  
Problem  
Check  
Cure  
Burners burn with a yellow or orange  
flame, in conjunction with the smell of gas.  
Inspect Weber Spider Stopper  
Guards for possible obstructions.  
(Blockage of holes.)  
Clean Weber Spider Stopper  
Guards. (See Section "Annual  
Maintenance".)  
Burner does not light, or flame is low in HIGH  
position.  
Is natural gas supply on ?  
Turn on natural gas supply.  
Does the Front burner light with a  
match?  
If you can light the Front  
burner with a match, then  
check the Crossover Ignition  
System.  
Were natural gas lines purged?  
(Air removed)  
Purge the natural gas lines.  
See Step “Purge air from gas  
lines.”  
Experiencing flare-ups:  
Are you preheating barbecue in the All burners on high for 10 to  
prescribed manner?  
15 minutes for preheating.  
Are the cooking grates and  
Clean thoroughly. (See  
Flavorizer Bars heavily coated with Section "Periodic Cleaning".)  
burned-on grease?  
Is the bottom tray "dirty" and not  
allowing grease to flow into catch  
pan?  
Clean bottom tray.  
ƽCAUTION: Do not line the bottom tray with  
aluminum foil.  
Are burners clean?  
Clean burners. (See Section  
"General Maintenance".)  
Burner flame pattern is erratic. Flame is low  
when burner is on HIGH. Flames do not run the  
whole length of the burner tube.  
Inside of lid appears to be “peeling.”  
(Resembles paint peeling.)  
The lid is porcelain-on-steel, not  
paint. It cannot “peel.” What you are Section "Periodic Cleaning".)  
seeing is baked on grease that has  
Clean thoroughly. (See  
turned to carbon and is flaking off.  
THIS IS NOT A DEFECT.  
If problems cannot be corrected by using these methods, please contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service.  
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Side Burner Troubleshooting  
ƽWARNING: Before attempting any troubleshooting  
steps, all gas controls and supply valves should be in  
the OFF position.  
Problem  
Check  
Cure  
Side burner does not light.  
Is gas supply off?  
Turn supply on.  
Flame is low in HIGH position.  
Is fuel hose bent or kinked?  
Straighten hose.  
Flame is very yellow in conjunction with  
the smell of gas,  
Inspect the Weber Spider Stopper  
Guard for possible obstructions.  
(Blockage of holes.)  
Clean Weber Spider Stopper  
Guard. (See Section "Annual  
Maintenance.")  
OR  
Burner makes popping noise in conjunction  
with the smell of gas.  
Push button ignition does not work.  
Does burner light with a match?  
If match lights burner, check  
igniter (see below).  
Venturi/Burner  
Side Burner Maintenance  
ƽWARNING: All gas controls and supply valves  
should be in the OFF position.  
Check igniter: Remove side burner cover. To remove side  
burner cover, remove control knob and screws that hold  
cover to bottom. Figure 18. Make sure wire is connected  
between igniter and electrode. Check that igniter lock nut  
is tight. Figure 19.  
Electrode  
Igniter wire  
Note - If the igniter works loose, carefully tighten the  
igniter lock nut with an adjustable wrench or pliers.  
Igniter  
Adjust igniter electrode. Gap should be 1/8 to 3/16 inch  
from tip of electrode to burner. Figure 20. Spark should be  
a white/blue color, not yellow.  
Figure 19  
1/8 to 3/16 inch gap  
Figure 18  
Figure 20  
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Parts List  
All items are single quantities unless otherwise specified.  
While we give much attention to our products,  
unfortunately an occasional error may occur. If a part is  
missing, do not go back to the store. Call the Weber  
Customer Service Center toll free 1-800-446-1071 to  
receive immediate assistance. Have your owner’s manual  
and serial number of the barbecue available for reference.  
Parts can be ordered directly from Weber-Stephen  
Products Company by phone or mail.  
Note - Do not return parts to Weber-Stephen Products Co.  
without first contacting the Customer Service Center by  
phone or mail. Returning the part may not be necessary.  
Weber-Stephen Products Company  
Customer Service Center  
250 South Hicks Road  
Palatine, IL 60067-6241  
(800) 446-1071  
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Lid (assembly)  
Lid handle  
29 Hair pin cotters (2)  
30 Hinge pins (2)  
31 Thermometer  
32 1/4-20 keps nut  
33 Cooking box  
34 Burner control knobs (3)  
35 Control panel  
36 Igniter button  
37 Phillips screws/washers (2)  
38 Crossover tube  
39 Front and back burners (2)  
40 Center burner  
Warm-Up Basket  
Warming rack  
Short Flavorizer bars (8)  
Long Flavorizer bars (5)  
Cooking grates (2)  
Work table  
Tubing plugs (3)  
10 1/4-20 x 2 inch bolt  
11 Spacer bracket  
12 End bracket  
13 Left frame  
14 Front panel  
41 1/4-20 stainless steel wing nuts (2)  
42 Spider Stopper Guards (3)  
43 Manifold assembly  
44 Manifold bracket  
45 Right frame  
15 Condiment basket  
16 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts (6)  
17 1/4 inch nylon washers (7)  
18 Side panel (2)  
19 Side frame (2)  
20 Bottom tray  
21 Catch pan holder  
22 Catch pan  
23 Drip pans (2)  
24 Accessory rack  
25 Base panel  
26 Tool holders (3)  
27 Plastic buttons (8)  
28 Side burner locks (2)  
46 Igniter  
47 Igniter lock nut  
48 Gas catcher ignition chamber  
49 Igniter wire (black)  
50 Igniter wire (white)  
51 Side burner assembly  
52 Burner grate  
53 Side burner knob  
54 Gas supply line  
55 Flare fitting  
56 Control panel inserts (2)  
ƽWARNING: Use only Weber factory  
authorized parts. The use of any part that is  
not factory authorized can be dangerous.  
This will also void your warranty.  
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A FINAL WORD  
OF THANKS  
hank you for choosing a Weber Barbecue.  
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Our family here at Weber has worked hard  
to produce the highest quality products  
for your satisfaction.  
While we give much attention to our products, an  
occasional error may occur. Our knowledgeable  
Customer Service staff is prepared to help you with any  
problems with parts or assembly.  
Call our toll free number 1-800-446-1071.  
For quicker service, please have your owners manual  
available for reference. We also welcome any comments  
or suggestions you might have regarding our products.  
We wish your family the  
best in outdoor cooking enjoyment.  
Weber-Stephen Products Company  
Customer Service Center  
200 East Daniels Road  
Palatine, Illinois 60067-6266  
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