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OWNER’S MANUAL
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO AVOID
PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
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WARNING
• Avoid touching hot surfaces, wear oven mitts to protect your hands and non-slick shoes. Use caution when
walking or standing near cooker as splattered oil may have created a slick surface.
• Avoid bumping into cooker or boiling pot to prevent hot liquid spills or overturning cooker.
• Do not walk between cooker and propane tank as this creates a trip hazard. Tripping over the hose could overturn
the cooker or knock pot of hot liquid from cooker causing severe burns.
• Fully extend hose between propane tank and cooker to protect hose from contact with hot surfaces which could
create a leak. Never use a hose that shows signs of cracking or damage. Replace hose every two years.
• Only use flat bottom metal cookware and center evenly over burner. Never put an empty pot over an open flame;
the bottom of the pot could melt. Always have liquid in boiling pot prior to placing over flame. Do not use plastic,
ceramic or glassware. Any pot larger than the retaining ring will rest on top of the ring. Use caution to avoid
knocking pot from retaining ring.
• Do not fill cookware beyond one-half full with liquid to allow room for the addition of food and to avoid boil-over
of hot liquid. In some cases, depending on the weight or size of food, even less liquid will be required.
• Should oil spill-over/boil-over occur, be sure to check that flame was not extinguished by liquid. Gas could
accumulate creating a highly flammable and very dangerous situation. Allow all gas to dissipate prior to
relighting cooker.
• Smoking oil is an indication that the oil is too hot and may ignite. Reduce flame immediately to avoid igniting oil.
Never exceed 375° F.
• Frozen food should be completely thawed before placing in hot oil. Pat food dry before placing in hot oil. Never
add water or food that is dripping wet to hot oil as this could cause oil to splash and cause severe burns.
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Use extreme care when removing food from hot oil or liquid. Remove food from pot SLOWLY. As contents may
be heavy and oil may drip or splatter during removal, extra attention must be used during this process to avoid
overturning pot of hot liquid.
• After food is cooked, turn off cooker and remove food. Allow cooker, pot and liquid to cool completely
before handling.
• Do not use or store cooker near gasoline or other flammable liquids, gases or where flammable vapors may
be present.
• Do not use this cooker and boiling pot for other than its intended purpose.
• Only use replacement/accessory parts manufactured by The Brinkmann Corporation. Repairs should be
performed by The Brinkmann Corporation.
• Properly dispose of all packaging materials.
USE CAUTION AND COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR COOKER.
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES IN THIS MANUAL
COULD RESULT IN BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR COOKER.
Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.
FOR MISSING PARTS, PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-527-0717.
(Proof of purchase will be required.)
Tools required to assemble your cooker:
Cooker Stand
2 Adjustable wrenches
OR
Adjustable wrench and the following
wrenches:
• d" Open end wrench
• w" Open end wrench
• f" Open end wrench
PARTS LIST:
1Owner’s Manual
1Cooker Stand
Step 1
Remove nut from bottom of burner assembly.
Step 2
Position the stand upside down as shown.
Step 3
1Burner Assembly
1Hose & Regulator with Safety Tag
Place burner assembly
inside stand with
threaded bolt protruding
through support strap
as shown.
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Step 4
Thread nut onto bolt and securely tighten. Do not overtighten.
Step 5
Air Hole
Rotating
Air Shutter
Set cooker with burner assembly upright on flat surface. Make
sure burner assembly is securely attached to cooker.
Step 6
Attach female SAE fitting on
hose assembly (using w"
wrench) to the male SAE fitting
on the burner (using d"
wrench). Hold the male SAE
fitting securely with one wrench
and turn the female fitting with
the other wrench until they are
tightly joined.
NOTE: Make sure the male SAE fitting on the
cooker is screwed into the air shutter
and tightened securely. Do not
over-tighten as the air shutter needs
to move freely in order to adjust air
intake. Check the attachment for
proper connection every time propane
tank is connected to cooker.
PROCEED TO “GAS LEAK TESTING” SECTION ON PAGE 4.
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GAS LEAK TESTING
THE GAS LEAK TESTING PROCEDURE MUST BE PERFORMED
EVERY TIME THE TANK IS CONNECTED TO COOKER.
WARNING
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Gas leak testing must be performed outdoors in a well ventilated area.
During the gas leak testing procedure, always keep unit away from open flames, sparks or lit
cigarettes.
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Never use a flame to check for gas leaks.
If the burner does not light within 5 seconds, turn the propane tank valve and regulator control valve
off immediately. Always wait at least 5 minutes for gas fumes to dissipate before repeating
procedure.
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Always use the propane tank valve to turn the unit ON and OFF. The regulator control valve is used
to adjust the flame ONLY.
Never use a unit that has a gas leak. Contact The Brinkmann Corporation’s Customer Service
Department for replacement parts at 1-800-527-0717.
Step 1
7/8“ Wrench
Propane Tank
Valve
Make sure the propane tank valve and regulator control valve
are turned OFF.
Regulator
Step 2
Make sure male SAE fitting is properly attached to air
shutter (refer to Assembly Instructions). Attach POL
fitting to tank (using f" wrench) and tighten by turning
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE.
Step 3
Prepare a soapy water solution (one part dishwashing liquid
to three parts water) to test for gas leaks in the hose and
connections. Apply a generous amount of the soapy mixture
to the regulator, POL fitting, control valve, the entire length of
hose and SAE fitting (located near the air shutter).
NOTE: POL fittings are made with
a metal to metal seal and
must be made very tight to
prevent leaking.
Step 4
With the regulator control valve in the “OFF” position, open
the propane tank valve two full turns (counter-clockwise).
Next, open the regulator control valve fully and check for
bubbles at control valve, along the entire length of hose and
at the SAE fitting. DO NOT LEAVE GAS ON FOR MORE THAN
10 SECONDS. If soapy mixture starts bubbling, gas is leaking
through the connection or hose. Turn the propane tank valve
OFF and retighten the connection that is leaking gas. Repeat
procedure with soapy mixture until gas no longer leaks.
NEVER USE A FLAME TO CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS. Turn the
propane tank valve OFF after each test.
Watch For Bubbles
Step 5
Once all gas leaks have been sealed, WAIT AT LEAST
5 MINUTES FOR GAS FUMES TO DISSIPATE BEFORE
LIGHTING THE BURNER.
CAREFULLY FOLLOW “ OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS” ON PAGE 5 TO LIGHT THE
BURNER AND PROPERLY OPERATE THIS UNIT.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PLACE THE COOKER OUTDOORS ON A HARD, LEVEL, NONCOMBUSTIBLE SURFACE AWAY FROM
ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. IN WINDY WEATHER, THE COOKER SHOULD BE LOCATED IN
AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT IS PROTECTED FROM THE WIND. GAS LEAK TESTING PROCEDURE MUST BE
PERFORMED EVERY TIME THE COOKER IS USED.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR COOKER.
Step 1:
Make sure the regulator control valve is in “OFF” position.
WARNING: Only use flat bottom metal
cookware and center evenly
over burner. Never put an
Step 2:
Fill metal cookware with desired amount of water or oil. Never fill
pan more than half way to allow room for addition of food and to
avoid boil-over of hot liquids. Never place an empty pot/pan over an
open flame. Do not place pan on cooker at this time.
empty pan over an open
flame; the bottom of the pan
could melt. Do not use
plastic, ceramic or
WARNING: Never fill the boiling pot more than half way to allow
room for addition of food and to avoid hot liquid from
boiling over and causing severe burns. Do not place an
empty boiling pot on heat source.
glassware. Any pan larger
than the retaining ring will
rest on top of the ring. Use
caution to avoid knocking
pan from retaining ring.
Step 3:
Open the propane tank valve two full turns. Using a long match,
hold the flame 2" above burner porthole. Open the regulator control
valve SLOWLY until the burner lights.
Regulator Control Valve
WARNING: If the burner does not light within 5 seconds, turn the
propane tank valve and regulator control valve OFF
immediately. Wait at least 5 minutes until gas fumes
have dissipated before attempting to light the burner
again.
Step 4:
After lighting the burner, open the regulator control valve until a
large yellow flame appears. Adjust the air shutter valve on the
cooker until the flame turns blue. Use the regulator control valve to
adjust the flame accordingly.
Step 5:
Place pot with liquid on cooker. The retaining ring allows placement
of a 14.5" (36.8 cm) diameter pot. Any pot larger than the retaining
ring will rest on the retaining ring of cooker.
Step 6:
Bring oil or liquid to the desired cooking temperature. For best
results, use a deep fry thermometer to check oil/liquid temperature.
If oil begins to smoke, reduce the flame to avoid igniting the oil.
Never exceed 375°F (190° C).
NOTE: Due to the intense heat
from burner, it is normal
for paint to burn off and
discoloration to occur on
cooker during the first
few uses.
Step 7:
Use pan/pot with a strainer basket or long handle skimmer to lower
food into hot liquid. Lower food into the pot slowly. Frozen foods
should be thawed to room temperature before placing in hot liquid.
The temperature of liquid will drop when food is added. Adjust the
flame to return to desired cooking temperature. When the desired
temperature is achieved, reduce the heat to maintain temperature.
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WARNING: Frozen food should be completely thawed before
placing in hot oil. Pat food dry before placing in hot
oil. Never add water or food that is dripping wet to hot
oil as this could cause oil to splash and cause severe
burns.
Step 8:
Test food for doneness using a meat thermometer after removing
from hot liquid. Use caution as food will be very hot.
WARNING: Use extreme care when removing food from hot oil or
liquid. Remove food from pot slowly. As contents may
be heavy and oil may drip or splatter during removal,
extra attention must be used during this process to
avoid overturning pot of hot liquid.
Step 9:
When food is done, turn cooker OFF. Always turn propane tank
valve OFF first, then turn the regulator control valve OFF.
Step 10:
Allow cooker to cool completely, then follow instructions in the
”After-Use Safety” and “Proper Care & Maintenance” sections
below.
AFTER-USE SAFETY
WARNING
• Turn the cooker "OFF" with the propane tank valve.
• Always allow the cooker, pot and liquid to cool completely before handling.
• Always disconnect the propane tank from cooker when not in use. A safety plug should be placed in the propane
tank valve.
• Do not use or store cooker near gasoline or other flammable liquids, gases or where flammable vapors may
be present.
• Never store propane tank in an enclosed area (house, garage, etc.). Store outdoors in a well ventilated, shaded
area, away from any heat source or open flame and away from children’s reach.
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Before storing cooker, cover air shutter, top of burner assembly and
POL fitting with plastic and secure with rubber bands to prevent insects
from nesting.
Proper Care
& Maintenance
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Cover and store cooker in a protected area away from children and pets.
Due to the intense heat from burner, it is normal for paint to burn off
and discoloration to occur on cooker during the first few uses.
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ACCESSORIES
Fryer Cover
Durable, weather-resistant vinyl cover protects your fryer from
the elements all year long. Designed to fit Brinkmann Turkey
Fryers and All-Purpose Gas Cookers & Fryers.
Model 812-3680-0
2 Gallon Pan and Basket Set
This restaurant-style aluminum fry pan and chromed wire
strainer basket is an essential tool for frying perfect fish,
chicken, french fries, onion rings, and more. The pan is
equipped with a strainer basket holder for draining excess oil.
Use outdoors with Brinkmann All Purpose Gas Cooker, Turkey
Fryer or All-In-One to avoid the mess and odors associated with
frying in your kitchen.
Model 815-3610-0
LOOK FOR THESE AND OTHER BRINKMANN ACCESSORIES AT YOUR LOCAL RETAILER WHERE
COOKERS ARE SOLD, OR ORDER DIRECT BY CALLING 1-800-468-5252.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
For one year from date of purchase, The Brinkmann Corporation warrants the Outdoor Gourmet All-Purpose Gas
Cooker against defects due to workmanship or materials to the original purchaser. The Brinkmann Corporation’s
obligations under this warranty are limited to the following guidelines:
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This warranty does not cover cookers that have been altered or damaged due to: normal wear, abuse, improper
maintenance, improper use, disassembly of parts and/or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized
employee of The Brinkmann Corporation.
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This warranty does not cover surface scratching or heat damage to the finish, which is considered normal wear.
The Brinkmann Corporation may elect to repair or replace damaged units covered by the terms of this warranty.
This warranty extends to the original purchaser only and is not transferable or assignable to subsequent
purchasers.
The Brinkmann Corporation requires reasonable proof of purchase. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you retain
your sales receipt or invoice. To obtain repair or replacement of your cooker under the terms of this warranty, please
call Customer Service Department at 1-800-527-0717 for a Return Authorization Number and further instructions.
A receipt or proof of purchase will be required. A Return Authorization Number must be clearly marked on the
outside of the box. The Brinkmann Corporation will not be responsible for any cookers forwarded to us without a
Return Authorization Number.
EXCEPT AS ABOVE STATED, THE BRINKMANN CORPORATION MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY.
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN
DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW
LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
ANY LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE FAILURE OF THE
COOKER TO COMPLY WITH THIS WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS EXCLUDED. CUSTOMER
ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE PURCHASE PRICE CHARGED IS BASED UPON THE LIMITATIONS CONTAINED IN THE
WARRANTY SET OUT ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS
WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM
STATE TO STATE.
Owner’s Manual for Model
140-3880-0
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815-3880-0
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