• Do not place empty cooking vessel on the appliance while in operation as it could melt. Use caution
when placing anything in cooking vessel while the appliance is in operation.Do NOT use lid when
heating or cooking with oil.
• Do not move the appliance when in use. Allow the cooking vessel to cool to 115˚F (45˚C) before moving
or storing.
• This appliance will be hot during and after use. Use insulated oven mitts or gloves for protection from
hot surfaces or splatter from cooking liquids.
• When cooking with oil/grease, have a type BC or ABC fire extinguisher readily available. In the event of
an oil/grease fire immediately call the Fire Department. Do not attempt to extinguish with water. A Type
BC or ABC fire extinguisher may, in some circumstances, contain the fire.
• Check all gas connections by following directions in the "Gas Leak Testing" section of this manual.
Never test for gas leaks with a lighted match or open flame. Do not operate this cooker with a gas leak.
• Do not store or use gasoline or other liquid/aerosols with flammable vapors in the vicinity of this cooker.
• Storage of this appliance indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from
the appliance and left outdoors. Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and
must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.
• The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the appliance must be used. Replacement
pressure regulators and hose assemblies may be purchased by calling 1-800-527-0717. Position
propane tank and cooker, as illustrated on page 9, to protect hose from contact with hot surfaces
which could create a leak. Never use a hose that shows signs of cracking or damage.
• Do not use external electrical sources with this appliance.
• Clean and inspect the hose before each use of the appliance. If there is evidence of abrasion, wear,
cuts or leaks, the hose must be replaced prior to the appliance being used. Only use replacement hose
# 155-4624-S. This hose can be obtained by contacting The Brinkmann Corporation at 1-800-527-0717.
Keep the fuel supply hose away from any heated surfaces.
• The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair your ability to properly assemble
or safely operate this appliance. Use caution and common sense.
• This appliance is not intended for and should never be used as a heater.
• Do not use this cooker for other than its intended purpose. Properly dispose of packaging materials.
• Combustion by-products from the use of this product contain chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
• Children can fall into cooking vessel and drown in even a small amount of liquid. Keep cooking vessel
out of reach of children. Do not store cooking vessel with liquid inside.
• Only use replacement/accessory parts manufactured by The Brinkmann Corporation. Repairs should
be performed by The Brinkmann Corporation.
• Never overfill the cooking vessel with oil, grease or water. Follow instructions in this manual for
establishing proper oil, grease or water levels.
Instructions for determining the maximum fill level when using a vessel without a maximum fill line.
1) Place the food product on the holder.
2) Place the food product and holder into the empty vessel.
3) Fill the vessel with water just until the food product is completely submerged. There must be a
minimum of 3 inches (8 cm) between the water level and top of the vessel.
4) Remove the food product from the vessel and either mark the water level on the side of the
vessel or measure the amount of water in the vessel.
5) Remove the water and completely dry the vessel and the food product.
6) This is the amount of liquid the vessel is to be filled with to cook the food product.
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