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- Page 1 Ducane Owner’s Manual ® 04 and 05 Series 1605SS...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Owner’s Manual T A B L E O F C O N T E N T S IMPORTANT INFORMATION....2 SPECIAL FEATURES ......4 SAFETY TIPS........10 INSTALLATION Liquid Propane Gas Grills....11 Natural Gas Grills.......16 CONNECTION Liquid Propane Gas Grills....12 Natural Gas Grills.......17 NORMAL OPERATION .....20 HELPFUL HINTS ......23 TROUBLESHOOTING.......29... -
Page 3: Important Information
IMPORTANT: We urge you to read this manual carefully and to follow the recommendations enclosed. This will help assure you of the most enjoyable and trouble-free operation of your new Ducane ® Gas Grill. We also advise you to keep this manual for future reference. - Page 4 02/43...
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Page 5: Special Features
Factory Installed Burner(s) TOP-PORTED™ Burner(s) Each burner has been installed and fire tested in Unlike other grills, Ducane grills employ a TOP- our factory for proper operation. A quick reminder on PORTED™ burner which is protected from drippings how to install the burner(s) and to check for proper... -
Page 6: Observation Port
Ducane Gas Grill Cover Observation Port A Ducane full-length cover will protect your grill from Ducane has added a unique safety feature to our rotary the environment. We strongly recommend that you ignition. An observation port and a glowing wire in the use it throughout the year. - Page 7 Patented ROTIS-A-GRATE ® Ducane has a separate vertical heat source that rotisses from behind the meat — the real way to rotis! With Ducane’s patented ROTIS-A-GRATE ® you can put your sauce and seasoning in a pan under the meat and it will self-baste by vaporization.
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Page 8: General Information
Ducane ® Permanent Briquettes LA-VA-GRATE ® General Information All Ducane grills are equipped with a patented, high When placing the briquettes on the LA-VA-GRATE ® temp stainless steel LA-VA-GRATE ® . This grate-like place the rocks individually by hand. Do not pour them device is installed above the burner(s) and supports from their shipping bag. - Page 9 DUCANE ® Permanent Briquettes Placement Instructions QUALITY Assurance At Ducane, all grill models must meet our high quality standards. All grills are leak tested, burners 1/2" SPACING are fire tested and component FIG. 8 parts are checked to ensure proper...
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Page 10: Stainless Steel Hardware
(Nuts, Bolts & Screws) safe and effective cleaning. • Keep all shrubs and vines The external hardware used in assembling your Ducane Gas Grill away from grill cover as many is made of the finest material available for use in an outdoor environment. -
Page 11: Safety Tips
For liquid propane grills only, • Should you store your grill • Always use a protected hand Ducane supplies a cylinder valve indoors, be sure to close the tank when cleaning the grid surface connection with thermo shut-off... -
Page 12: Installation
When locating your grill, choose a safe outdoor location away from flammable or combustible surfaces 6’ and out of traffic paths. Ducane strongly recommends a six (6) foot clearance to combustible surfaces. CAUTION: Never operate your grill under FIG. 9 overhangs, awnings or any covered area such RECOMMENDED CLEARANCE: 6’... -
Page 13: Liquid Propane Gas Grills
For safety and design reasons, the conversion of a The liquid propane tank supply system must: Ducane grill from operation using LP gas to operation (1) have a safety relief device having direct com- using natural gas requires the change out of the entire munication with the vapor space of the tank;... -
Page 14: Type 1 Connective Coupling
Type 1 Connective Coupling All Ducane liquid propane gas grill regulators are equipped with a UL-listed tank connection as per section 1.5.5 of the latest edition of ANSI Z21.58. This will require a liquid propane tank that is similarly equipped with a Type 1 connection in the tank valve... -
Page 15: Liquid Propane Tank Safety Tips
Excess Flow Control IMPORTANT: When connecting or replacing any gas pipe or fittings, all joints must be sealed with The propane regulator assembly incorporates a flow leak-proof sealing compound approved for use limiting device designed to supply the grill with sufficient with natural and propane gases. -
Page 16: Filling A Propane Tank
Store Liquid Propane Tank Safely Filling a Propane Tank Whether you’re between cross-country treks in your It is extremely important that your LP tank be recreational vehicle or looking for a place to keep the filled properly when you take it to be refilled. Be sure liquid propane tank that provides fuel for your outdoor to use a reputable LP dealer and ask him (and watch, if grill, keep in mind some basic safety rules about storing... -
Page 17: Natural Gas Grills
Selection of site and proper clearances for permanent installations Assembly are detailed in the assembly instructions. Ducane Make sure your grill is assembled properly. Detailed strongly recommends a six (6) foot clearance to assembly instructions are packed with each grill giving combustible surfaces. -
Page 18: Connection
See your local dealer. For safety and design reasons, the conversion of a Ducane grill from installation depending on how operation using natural gas to operation using LP gas requires the far the grill is located from change out of the entire gas supply system of the grill. - Page 19 Permanent Installation The natural gas grill head is compatible for use on NATURAL GAS REGULATOR the permanent post mount, or the patio base mount. This type of installation is used when a fixed piping system is desired for connection to the main gas supply.
- Page 20 IMPORTANT: When connecting or replacing any WARNING: Never use an open flame when testing gas pipe or fitting, all joints must be sealed with for gas leaks! Use of an open flame could result in leak proof sealing compound approved for use a fire, explosion and bodily harm.
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Page 21: Normal Operation
Failure to open the hood could lead to Helpful Hints section — Page 23.) delayed ignition resulting in bodily harm. WARNING: Your Ducane grill was not designed to operate with the rotis burner (if equipped) and Follow the simple steps listed below to light... -
Page 22: Match Lighting Your Grill
Follow the simple steps listed below to light your grill, in the event your rotary ignition fails: 1. Turn main gas supply on: a. If portable, at LP cylinder (tank). MATCH LIGHTING PORT ON EACH b. If permanent installation, at manual gas SIDE OF BOTTOM cutoff valve. -
Page 23: Preheating Grill
After the postheating of your grill is completed turn CLOSED if you are in a windy area or colder climate. the control knobs to the “OFF” position. Your Ducane gas grill has been designed and constructed to give you maximum flexibility and Propane Tank Shut-Off cooking performance. -
Page 24: Helpful Hints
Helpful Hints A B O U T Y O U R D U C A N E G R I L L Flare Ups halfway through the cooking period, with a spatula, flip the meat product onto its other side. Any time you cook fatty foods over an open flame, When grilling chicken, always place the meat side you can expect flare ups. -
Page 25: Side Shelf/Shelves
MOTOR BRACKET (LEFT SIDE OF BURNER BOX) Side Shelf/Shelves This high-quality polyethylene side shelf is manufactured exclusively for Ducane ® Gas Grills. BURNER BOX Perfect for use as a cutting board as you prepare your meals, polyethylene is a “long-life” cutting surface FIG. -
Page 26: Moving Portable Grills
For all permanent post installations and portable is not in use. grills that are to be stored outdoors, a Ducane grill It is recommended that to prevent accidental turn cover is recommended. Your grill must be cooled on, the up-front child safe control knobs be removed off prior to covering it. -
Page 27: Shutter Locations
Shutter Locations Shutters are all located underneath control box. (See Fig. 20) 1. Remove control knob(s). 2. Remove two (2) mounting screws holding control box to manifold bracket. (See Fig. 19) 3. Carefully remove control box by lifting over valve stems. CONTROL BOX CAUTION: Electrode wires are attached to ignitor. -
Page 28: Oxidation Of Aluminum Casting
Ducane dealer. After you have completed painting, allow the paint to air dry for 30 minutes. After this air dry period light main burners, close grill hood and “bake”... -
Page 29: Parts Shortage
Parts Shortage Ducane has taken every possible step to ensure that you receive all Tools of the packaged components that should accompany your grill. On occasion an item may be missing. If this very rare instance does occur, Required for... -
Page 30: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Y O U R D U C A N E ® G A S G R I L L Rotary Ignition System collector box. You can also utilize a small mirror positioned behind the collector box and angled to The rotary ignitor, located on the right side of the view the arc jumping from the electrode tip to the control box (not installed on some models), produces... -
Page 31: Main Grilling Burners
Main Grilling Burners HINT: Short term solution: For rotis model grills, if one main burner is not lighting due to an ignitor Rotary Ignition problem, switch the rotis electrode wire to the bad stud and put the main burner electrode wire on the CAUTION: Always turn the gas supply off (if good stud. - Page 32 BURNER COLLECTOR BOX INSERT DOWNWARD MIRROR 1° OR 2° HERE FIG. 22 FIG. 24 IMPORTANT: If for any reason the ignitor system is still inoperative, match lighting access ports are Rotis Burner provided in the firebox. Conventional match lighting Rotary Ignition Back Arcing procedures are explained in the Normal Operation section under Match Lighting Your Grill —...
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Page 33: Low Heat
Burners with Poor Flame Low Heat Check to be sure burner ports, shutter, end of One of the main reasons for low heat is the lack of the burner (venturi) and orifice(s) are free of any proper spacing between the briquettes. Briquettes that obstructions. -
Page 34: Maintenance
GRID ® should be cleaned regularly. many years. There are three methods by which the Ducane grid may be cleaned. IMPORTANT: 1. Your SEAR GRID ® may be placed in most •... - Page 35 Remember to use a covered hand as the grid the pins on the ignitor. surface may still be warm. 4. Remove the burner locking screw. Lift and slide The Ducane stainless steel SEAR GRID ® has been burner back to remove. (See Fig. 28) designed to provide you with a 30% hotter cooking 5.
- Page 36 If necessary, soak your burner in plain water for 5 to 10 minutes to soften material in ports before brushing. Be sure ports are clear of water and debris, and that the water is drained from the burner before putting burner back into grill.
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Page 37: Spider Guards
7. Cleaning the Burner Orifice WARNING: Failure to periodically check for spiders, especially when ignition problems exist, Check the orifice to be sure it is free and clean could lead to a flashback of gas beneath the of any obstructions. (See Fig. 31) If there are any control box or under the firebox which could result obstructions do not push them into the orifice hole;... -
Page 38: Preserve Your Control Box
8. Put the ROTIS-A-GRATE ® into position, Your Ducane grill is equipped with a stainless steel being sure the tabs on the back lock over control box wrapper. To keep the stainless steel looking the back edge of burner box. (See Fig. 35) its best is a simple matter. - Page 39 CENTER LINE OF PORTS ELECTRODE 1/8" – 3/16" A ROTIS-A-GRATE ® BURNER SUPPORT ROTIS-A-GRATE ® BURNER ELECTRODE WIRE FIG. 32 CHECK AND, IF NECESSARY, ADJUST SPARK GAP OF ROTIS-A-GRATE ® ELECTRODE AS SHOWN AFTER ROTIS BURNER IS REINSTALLED. NICHROME COLLECTOR BOX GLOW WIRE (ROTARY IGNITION MODELS, EXCEPT 800 SERIES)
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Page 40: Grease Fires
If a grease fire were to occur on a Ducane grill, flames would probably be seen under the control box, coming out the match light holes and coming out the secondary air holes in the bottom of the burner box. -
Page 41: Warranty
Ducane shall not be liable for any default or delay in the performance under the limited lifetime warranty or the five (5) year limited warranties caused by any contingency beyond Ducane’s control, including without limitation, war, government restrictions or restraints, strikes, fire, flood, or reduced supply of raw materials. - Page 42 FOR INFORMATION ON ALL THE ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR DUCANE GAS GRILL, ® PLEASE VISIT OUR WEB SITE AT WWW.DUCANE.COM OR YOUR LOCAL DEALER. Ducane Grills are covered by the following: The following are trademarks and service marks of U.S. and Canadian patents: Ducane Gas Grills ®...
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Page 43: Installation Liquid Propane Gas Grills
Index O W N E R ’ S M A N U A L Assembly ....11, 13, 16, 28 Gas ......12-15, 25, 34 Postheating Grill . - Page 44 800 Dutch Square Boulevard, Suite 200 Columbia, South Carolina 292 www.ducane.com • 1-800-DUCANES © 20112606 Ducane Gas Grills 1363 WP/GA 11/02 25K...
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