Vermont Casting VC50 manuale d’uso

Gas Barbecue Grill For Models VC50 and VC75 50000621/1200 VERMONT Castings VERMONT Castings VERMONT C astings VERMONT C astings USERS MANUAL[...]

Page i W arnings FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas: • Shut off gas to the appliance • Extinguish any open flame • Open lid • If odor continues, immediately call your gas supplier or fir e 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. An LP cylind[...]

SIGNAL WORDS : The Signal W ords used in this Manual, and their intended meanings, are as follows : DANGER : Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in death or catastrophic bodily injury . W ARNING : Indicates that a failure to observe the safety instructions could result in serious bodily injury . CAUTION : Indica[...]

Page iii W arnings A. SAFE LOCA TIONS FOR USE OF THIS OUTDOOR GRILL DANGER : • Never use this outdoor Grill inside any building, garage, shed or breezeway , or inside any boat, trailer or recreational vehicle, to prevent a possible fire and to prevent the possibility of carbon monoxide poisoning or asphyxiation. W ARNINGS : • Always confirm tha[...]

B. SAFE USE OF LP (PROP ANE) GAS DANGER : • Never install a propane cylinder that is more than 80 % full, as the contents may lack adequate room for expansion when exposed to heat. Propane vapor may then be vented through the pressure release valve, which could accumulate in a pool and later result in a fire or explosion. Always instruct your cer[...]

Safety • Always promptly shut off the gas supply and immediately extinguish all flames if you smell gas. Always seek assistance from your gas supplier or local Fire Department if the gas smell persists, because of the danger of fire or explosion. • Always confirm that there are no gas leaks before lighting this Grill. Apply a 50/50 solution of [...]

T able of Contents Page 1 Safety Important Warnings .................................................................... i - v Clearance Requirements ............................................................. ii T able of Contents ........................................................................ 1 Fuels ...................................[...]

Safety Fig. 3 Fig. 2 Page 2 Check hose for breaks or wear before each use T ype I Connector Regulator Shutoff V alve Collar W ARNING: Use only the pressure regulator and and type I propane gas supply coupling and hose that is originally provided with this appliance or as specified by V ermont Castings, (see Fig. 2). ADDITIONAL W ARNINGS: • Always[...]

Safety Page 3 DANGER: a) Do not store a spare LP - Gas Cylinder under or near this appliance b) Never fill the cylinder beyond 80% full; and c) If the information in a) and b) is not followed exactly , a fire causing death or serious injury may occur . W ARNING : Always confirm that the openings in the cylinder compartment of the Grill are free of [...]

Gas Hookup Fig. 4 Fig. 5 Page 4 VERMONT C astings VERMONT VERMONT C astings Hooking Up to the LP (Propane) Gas Supply For Y our Safety 1. W ARNING : Never store or use gasoline or any other volatile substance in the vicinity of this Grill. 2. W ARNING : Never store a spare propane cylinder in the vicinity of this Grill, or in the vicinity of any ot[...]

Natural Gas Supply Connection T o Connect: 1. Push back the Sleeve on the Socket as shown below (see Fig. 6a). 2. Insert Plug and release the Sleeve (see Fig. 6b). 3. Push the Plug until Sleeve snaps forward to lock the Plug in the Socket. • W ARNING : Always conduct the following safety tests before lighting the Grill, to prevent a possible fire[...]

Control Functions Operation Page 6 Propane T ank Valve W ARNING : Never open the T ank V alve unless the Grill is being prepared for use, to prevent the pooling of propane vapor . Always open the V alve immediately before lighting the Grill, and always close it immediately after cooking has been completed. Burner Control V alves On Model VC75, thre[...]

Lighting the Main Burners Fig. 8 Fig. 9a Fig. 9b Fig. 9c Normal: Soft blue flames Out of Adjustment: Hard blue flames-too much air Poor Combustion: W avy , yellow flames-too little air Page 7 1. Always open the Hood completely and always inspect the Grill and burners to confirm that all components are properly positioned, before lighting the main b[...]

Lighting the Oven Burner (Models VC200 & VC400) Operation Page 9 Use of the Oven burner is ideal for the convection cooking of roasts, seafood, vegetables and pizzas. T o start the Oven burner : 1. Always open the Hood completely , before attempting to light the Grill. W ARNING : Never stand with your head directly over the Grill when preparing[...]

Operation Lighting the Rotisserie Burner (Model VC75) Fig. 1 1 Page 10 The Rotisserie burner provides the steady , even heat required to cook poultry and roasts to self-basted perfection. T o start the Rotisserie burner : 1. Always open the Hood completely before attempting to light the Grill. W ARNING : Never stand with your head directly over the[...]

Rotisserie Setup (Optional to Model VC50 & VC75) Fig. 12 Operation Page 11 The Rotisserie burner is intended to be used for rotisserie cooking only . W ARNING : Never use the main burners while using the Rotisserie burner , as that could result in igniting the drippings, or overheating your Grill. The Rotisserie assembly includes a counter -wei[...]

Operation Lighting the Side Burner (Optional to Models VC50 & VC75) Fig. 13 O F F HI LO IGNITOR V AL VE CONTROL Page 12 W ARNING : Never stand with your head directly over the Grill when preparing to light the side burner , to prevent possible bodily injury . 1. T urn the side burner control knob to HI (see Fig. 13). 2. T urn the Igniter Knob c[...]

Using the Smoker Box (Model VC75) Fig. 14 Operation Page 13 The VC75 model Grill is equipped with a Rotisserie Burner Smoker Box. Y ou can add a distinct, smoky flavor to your food by burning a variety of woods or herbs in this unit. 1. Always soak any wood chips or herbs that you wish to smoke for a half-hour or more. 2. Always pre-warm the Grill [...]

Methods of Cooking With its combination of burners and accessories your V ermont Castings gas grill can provide for virtually every conceivable style of cooking. • The powerful Main burners deliver the middle and high range of tempera- tures desired for traditional barbecuing. This includes searing and finishing steaks, hamburgers, pork chops and[...]

One of the keys to extending your range of grilling capabilities is a fundamental understanding of the two common methods of cooking, Direct and Indirect cooking. In the Direct cooking method foods are placed directly above the heat source. This method is used in searing for example where you require high and immediate heat to quickly brown the out[...]

Cooking Grilling T ips Page 16 A few helpful hints will ensure that your grilling results are perfect every time. • Apply a light coating of cooking oil to your cooking grids before grilling, to prevent foods from sticking. • Cook similar portion sizes together , so that they all cook evenly . • Use tongs to turn foods on the Grill. • Never[...]

T ype of Food Beef Burgers Roasts Blade, Sirloin T ip Steaks Porterhouse, Rib, Ribeye, Sirloin, T -Bone Filet Mignon Poultry Chicken, Parts Chicken, Whole Chicken Breasts, Boneless Cornish Hens Duck T urkey W eight/ Thickness 1 inch 1 inch 2 inches 3 –4 lbs. 1-2 lbs. 1–1-1/2 lbs. 4 –5 lbs. 13 –25 lbs. Cooking T ime Rare: 4-7min. Medium: 7-1[...]

Cooking T ime Chart Cooking T emperature 400-450 ° F. 400-450 ° F. 325 –350 ° F. 325 –350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 375-400 ° F. 400-450 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. T ype of Food Pork Chops Ham Steak Whole ham Ribs Back, Side Roasts Butt, Loin, Shoulder T enderloin Sausage Lamb Chops Loin, Rib, Shoulder Roast Crown Roast Leg W[...]

Cooking T ime Chart Cooking T emperature 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 400-450 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. 325-350 ° F. T ype of Food V egetables Asparagus Beans Carrots Corn on the Cob Eggplant Mushrooms Onions Peppers Potatoes Roasted Garlic T omatoes Zucchin[...]

Care & Maintenance Care & Cleaning Fig. 16 Page 20 W ARNING : Always observe the following safety precautions, to prevent bodily injury and to assure that your Grill will operate properly : • Always allow sufficient time for the Grill to cool fully before handling or cleaning any of its parts. Burners NOTE : All of the burners should be i[...]

Care & Maintenance Fig. 18 Fig. 17 Adjust Shutter and Keep Screen Clean Fig. 19 Page 21 Cooking Grids The cooking grids have been porcelain enameled for durability and ease of cleaning. These Grills may be cleaned with any nonabrasive cleaning agent formulated for kitchen use, or a brass wire brush. NOTE : Always handle the grids with care, as [...]

Care & Maintenance Drip T ray Fig. 20 Page 22 The drip tray located under the burner pan in the bottom of the Grill body is provided to catch excess cooking fats and juices. The drip tray is accessible from the left-hand side of the Grill, when facing it from the front. It is necessary to lift out the left-hand cabinet panel to gain access to t[...]

Maintenance Burner Adjustment Fig. 21 Care & Maintenance Page 23 Fig. 22 V enturi Tube V alve Outlet 1/4" NOTE : It may be necessary to adjust the burners periodi- cally , to compensate for variables in gas characteristics. If you notice that the burner flame pattern is irregular (see Figs. 9a, 9b & 9c) it may be necessary to adjust th[...]

Unit won’t stay lit Wind Running out of fuel PROBLEM POTENTIAL CAUSE ACTION REQUIRED Burner will not light Gas supply turned off Out of propane Blockage in the gas system Misalignment of the gas valve to the venturi tubes of the burner . Improper attachment of the propane hose and regulator Control knob left open at startup or T urning gas on too[...]

Troubleshooting Guide PROBLEM POTENTIAL CAUSE ACTION REQUIRED Blockage in the burner or gas system Corroded burner Improper air shutter opening Excessively fatty foods Grease buildup Uneven burn pattern or Flashback fire Excessive yellow flame Flareup Electrode fouled Electrode improperly gapped Electrode cracked Lead wire is disconnected Lead wire[...]

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W arranty OUTDOOR PRODUCTS ◆ Lifetime W arranty • On all exterior Stainless Steel Components, such as the cart paneling & doors, shelving, condiment bins and handles, if so equipped. ◆ 10 Y ear W arranty • On all porcelain onsteel surfaces such as the hood and burn chamber . • On all manifold and valves, knobs plus the infrared rotiss[...]

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