BLACKSTONE 2203 (01) PDF Document

The safety alert keys indicate the level of potential hazard:

DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE: Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related (e.g. messages related to property damage).

If you smell gas, follow these steps immediately:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. Open the hood (if applicable).

4. If the odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or property damage, personal injury or death.

In case of a fire, follow these safety instructions:

• NEVER operate this appliance unattended.

• If a fire should occur, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your fire department. DO NOT attempt to extinguish an oil or a grease fire with water.

• NEVER operate this appliance within 25 ft (7.5 m) of any flammable liquid.

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• An LPG cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

• The use of alcohol, prescription, or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate the appliance.

• Keep children and pets away from the appliance at all times.

• Have a type BC or ABC fire extinguisher readily available.

• Use for outdoor domestic use only, not for commercial use. Do not use this appliance as a heater.

Find a large, clean area to assemble your appliance and remove all packing material. Wear gloves as some edges may be sharp.

STEP 01: Place the griddle body upside down on a smooth, flat surface. Screw the four (4) griddle feet into the bottom of the griddle body.

STEP 02: Install the two (2) control knobs by pushing them into place in the OFF position.

STEP 03: Place the griddle top onto the griddle body by aligning the four pins to the holes of the body. First, place the two front pins into the front locking holes and push the griddle top back. Then, set the two rear pins into the rear holes.

STEP 04: Hang the grease cup in the slot on the back of the griddle body.

STEP 05: Proceed to the “USING YOUR BLACKSTONE” section. Place the appliance on a heat-resistant and flame-resistant surface while in use.

Prior to connection and use, ensure that there is no debris caught in, or damage to, the head of the gas cylinder, regulator, hose, burner and burner ports. Spiders and insects can nest within and clog the burner/venturi tube at the orifice. A clogged burner can lead to a fire beneath the appliance. The burner should be removed and cleaned whenever blockages are found. Ensure that the gas rail fuel nozzle orifice is correctly engaged within the burner opening.

Outdoor Use Only:

• This appliance must only be used outdoors. Do not use it inside buildings, garages, or any other enclosed area.

• Do not install this appliance in or on a boat or recreational vehicle.

Sheltered Outdoor Areas:

An appliance is considered to be outdoors if installed with shelter no more inclusive than:

a. With walls on three sides, but with no overhead cover.

b. Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and no more than two sidewalls.

c. Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and three sidewalls, as long as 30% or more of the horizontal periphery of the enclosure is permanently open.

Clearances from Combustible Material:

• Do not use this appliance on or under any apartment or condominium balcony or deck.

• Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

• Do not operate this appliance any closer than 36 in (1 m) from the sides and back of the appliance to combustible construction.

• Do not use this appliance under overhead combustible construction.

Connecting the 1 lb (453 g) LPG Cylinder:

STEP 01: Screw in the LPG cylinder into the gas regulator, turning the cylinder clockwise. The regulator may make a humming or whistling noise during operation; this will not affect safety or use of the appliance.

STEP 02: Insert the regulator and LPG cylinder into the gas line of the appliance. Turn the collar of the regulator clockwise to secure it to the gas line.

Disconnecting the 1 lb (453 g) LPG Cylinder:

STEP 01: Ensure that the control knob(s) are turned to OFF.

STEP 02: Once the appliance has cooled, disconnect the regulator from the gas line by unscrewing the collar.

STEP 03: Unscrew the LPG cylinder from the regulator.

STEP 04: Place dust cap on LPG cylinder valve outlet whenever cylinder is not in use.

STEP 01: Turn the control knobs to OFF.

STEP 02: Connect the LPG cylinder to the regulator. Connect the regulator to the appliance.

STEP 03: Use a clean paintbrush to brush a mild soap and water solution onto joint areas of valves and regulator. Leaks are indicated by growing bubbles.

STEP 04: If growing bubbles appear, re-tighten connections.

If leaks cannot be stopped, DO NOT try to repair. The regulator must be replaced with a Blackstone approved model by a professionally licensed, authorized dealer.

1. Check Valves:

STEP 01: Turn knob to OFF position.

STEP 02: Push in knob and release. Knob should spring back. If knobs DO NOT spring back, replace valve assembly before using appliance.

STEP 03: Rotate knob to LOW then turn back to OFF. Knob should turn smoothly.

2. Piezo-Electric Griddle Ignition:

Do not lean over the appliance while lighting.

1. Push the control knob in to start gas flowing.

2. Turn the control knob counter-clockwise to activate the starter.

3. Adjust the temperature to desired level.

If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds:

STEP 01: Turn the burner control knob OFF.

STEP 02: Wait 5 minutes.

STEP 03: Repeat the lighting procedure.

STEP 01: Light burners and rotate knobs from HIGH to LOW.

STEP 02: Look below the cooking surface to view burners. When knob is at HIGH, flames should be larger than when knob is at LOW.

A healthy flame pattern should have flickers of yellow, a dark blue color, and a vibrant blue color.

If you see a yellow or irregular flame, or experience a sudden drop or low flame issue, please reference the Troubleshooting chapter.

Washing Before First Use:

STEP 01: Wash the griddle cooking surface with hot, soapy water. This is the only time you should use soap on the griddle cooking surface.

STEP 02: Rinse and dry completely.

Seasoning Your Griddle:

STEP 01: Wipe any debris off griddle top.

STEP 02: Set your griddle to high heat until your griddle top changes color (approx. 10 min).

STEP 03: Use tongs to hold a paper towel or cotton cloth and spread 2-3 tablespoons of your seasoning oil across the entire griddle top. Use a thin and even layer of oil—the thinner the layer, the easier it will be to burn off.

STEP 04: The griddle top is ready for another layer of oil when it stops smoking. Repeat STEP 03 3-4 times, or until the griddle surface is black.

Properly dispose of rags/towels used to spread oil to prevent fires that might occur due to spontaneous combustion.

This may be caused by using too much oil or turning off the heat too soon.

SOLUTION:

STEP 01: Turn your griddle on high and let it heat for 10-15 minutes.

STEP 02: Scrape off as much of the thickened and partially cooked oil as you can.

STEP 03: Re-season with a very thin layer of oil.

Use your griddle frequently. Every time you cook, you are adding to the seasoning, which makes rust less likely. If you live in a humid or coastal climate, your griddle may require more frequent seasonings between uses.

If rust appears on the griddle surface, rub it off with steel wool, low grit sandpaper or the Blackstone Pumice Stone and re-season the surface.

Clean the griddle top after each use, while it is still warm. Do not use soap, as this will destroy the seasoning.

STEP 01: Push loose food debris into the grease cup with a spatula or straight metal scraper.

STEP 02: Wipe down the griddle top with a paper towel.

STEP 03: Apply a few tablespoons of water to the griddle surface, then scrape the water and debris into the grease cup. For stuck-on food residue, use a bit of coarse salt.

STEP 04: Wipe again with a paper towel and dry completely.

STEP 05: Apply a thin coat of cooking oil to maintain seasoning and protect the griddle top.

The grease cup must be removed and emptied after each use, but only after the griddle has completely cooled.

All cleaning and maintenance should be carried out when the appliance is cool and everything is turned OFF.

• Grease build up can cause a fire. Clean any part of the appliance that gets hot and experiences grease build up after each use.

• Do not use an abrasive pad on areas with graphics.

• If a bristle brush is used to clean any of the cooking surfaces, ensure no loose bristles remain on cooking surfaces prior to cooking.

Appliance Body: Wash with warm soapy water and immediately wipe dry with a non-abrasive cloth. Do not allow cleaning agents to rest on any porous surface for a prolonged amount of time. Do not use Citrisol, abrasive cleaners, or a concentrated cleaner on the appliance.

Do not move the appliance when in use. Allow the appliance to cool to 115°F (45°C) before moving or storing.

Storage of an appliance indoors is only permissible if the gas supply is disconnected and removed from the appliance. Always cover your appliance when stored outdoors.

If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds:

STEP 01: Turn the burner control knob OFF.

STEP 02: Wait 5 minutes.

STEP 03: Repeat the lighting procedure.

If this does not work, try to ignite your appliance with a match to determine the cause.

Match Lighting Instructions:

STEP 01: Turn control knob to OFF position.

STEP 02: Light a match (or long lighter) no shorter than 11 inches long.

STEP 03: Place the flame next to the burner.

STEP 04: Push in and turn the control knob to start gas flowing. Ensure burner lights and stays lit.

If you can ignite with a match, check for these possible causes:

• Ignitor wire misaligned: Ensure that the ignitor needle is positioned 3-7mm (1/8-1/4 inch) away from the burner and aligned with the burner holes.

• Damage to the ignition system: Contact customer support for replacement parts.

If you CANNOT ignite with a match:

• Burner tubes are not receiving fuel: Clean the burner assembly to remove the obstruction.

Symptoms of gas flow issues include: appliance not achieving high heat, uneven heating, flames starting strong then dropping to low, flame height dropping when a second burner is lit, flames not extending the full length of the burner, or inconsistent flames.

If a flame is coming out of the air gate: This means something is blocking the venturi in the burner. Clean the burner assembly to remove the obstruction.

To reduce the chance of “flash-back,” this procedure should be followed at least once a month when spiders are most active or when your appliance has not been used for a period of time.

STEP 01: Ensure that the gas is turned OFF at control knobs and gas supply. Remove the griddle top.

STEP 02: Carefully detach and remove the burner.

STEP 03: Clean the inside of the burner:

d. Run a bottle brush (not a wire brush) or a stiff wire bent into a small hook through each burner tube several times.

e. Use compressed air to blow through the burner tube and out the burner ports (Wear eye protection).

STEP 06: Brush entire outer surface of burner to remove grime.

STEP 07: Clean any blocked ports with stiff wire such as an open paper clip.

STEP 08: Carefully replace burners and reattach, with attention to the location of the ignition needle. The gas rail fuel nozzle must be reengaged within the burner opening.