George Foreman Camp and Tailgate Grill Portable Propane Grill GP200 User Manual

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BEFORE USING YOUR LP GAS GRILL
SELECTING A LOCATION
WARNING! Do not use an LP gas grill indoors, on recreational vehicles,  
or on a boat.
 •  This LP gas grill is for outdoor use only and should be placed on firm\
,  
            level table or  surface. The grill should be placed in an op\
en area with 
good ventilation, away from high traffic areas and combustible materia\
ls. Asphalt surface 
(blacktop) may  not be acceptable for this purpose.
  • Combustible or flammable materials should never be used or stored with\
in   
    36 inches of the back or sides of your LP gas grill.
  • Locate your LP gas grill at least 10 feet away from your house or any bu\
ilding.   
    Do not use the grill in a garage, breezeway, carport, porch, or under a surface that   
    can catch fire.
STEP 1.  With lid open, perform a leak test. Warning! 
  • Always perform a leak test before each use.
  • Leak test must be performed in a well ventilated area.
  • Never perform a leak test on a grill while in use or hot.
  • If you detect a gas leak that cannot be corrected by using the leak test\
 procedures   
    below, do not use the LP gas grill.
  • Never smoke or have an open flame near the grill
SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR A LEAK TEST
Clean paint brush, water, and dishwashing liquid.
LEAK TEST INSTRUCTIONS: 
WARNING! Never use an open flame to test for gas leaks.
  1) Make sure the regulator control knob is turned to the OFF/LOCK position.\
  2) Remove the protective cap from the LP cylinder gas nozzle.
  3) Hold LP cylinder upright. Do not turn it upside down when connecting to \
the   
   regulator.
  4) Push the LP cylinder nozzle into regulator nipple and turn counterclockw\
ise making 
     sure the connection does not cross thread.
  5) Hand tighten until a snug fit is obtained. Do not use tools.
  6) Mix ¼ cup of water with one teaspoon of dishwashing liquid.
  7) Check for leaks by brushing the soap solution around the connection betw\
een the  
    gas cylinder and the regulator and the regulator and tube connection (a\
s shown by   
    the heavy arrow in the diagram) Make sure you generously brush the  
    locations with the soap solution, completely surrounding the connections\
 and  
   fittings. 
						

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 8) If “growing” bubbles appear on any of the connection points, then \
you have  
    detected a gas leak. Immediately turn the regulator control knob to the \
OFF/Lock   
    position and disconnect the LP cylinder from the regulator.
  A) If a leak appears at the cylinder/regulator connection, unscrew the cyli\
nder  
    and retighten, but do not over tighten. (Note: Only hand tighten. Do not use any  
    tools) Repeat Leak Test.
  B) If a leak can not be stopped, disconnect the LP cylinder and do not use \
the grill.  
     Call Customer Service at 1-800-231-9786.
STEP 2.  If no leaks are found, the grill is ready to be operated.
OPERATING YOUR LP GAS GRILL
WARNING!
  •  Before proceeding, make certain you understand the IMPORTANT 
SAFEGUARDS at the beginning of this manual.
  • Before lighting the LP gas grill, you must open the lid to prevent an ex\
plosion from  
    gas build-up.
  • If your LP gas grill catches on fire:
  - If the fire is in the grill portion and you can safely reach the regulat\
or knob, then   
    turn it to the Off position.
  - If the fire involves the cylinder or tube, leave it alone, evacuate the \
area and  
    call the fire department. 
  - If there is any type of fire that threatens either personal safety or en\
dangers  
    property, call the fire department.
  • Do not operate an LP gas grill if you have knowledge of or suspect a gas\
 leak.
  • Never allow children to operate or play near an LP gas grill. Do not lea\
ve grill  
   unattended.
  • Always turn off the LP gas cylinder when not in use.
  • Allow grill to cool before handling parts or cleaning.
  • Do not move an LP gas grill when in use or hot.
  • Never touch hot surfaces. Use heat resistant gloves, long-handled tongs,\
  
    or cooking mitts at all times since the grill will become very hot. Do n\
ot attempt  
    to close the Lid when cooking to avoid serious burns.
  • Do not wear loose clothing (example: hanging shirt tails, clothing with\
 frills, etc.)  
    around a LP gas grill while in use or hot.
  •  Never lean your body over the LP gas grill when lighting it or while it \
is in use or hot.
  • Always empty grease cup before it fills up to prevent any grease fires.
Fig. 13Leak test at 
regulator/
gas cylinder 
connection 
						

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GAS CYLINDER AND REGULATOR INFORMATION
This LP gas grill was designed to use propane gas. Propane cylinders wil\
l supply gas all 
year round, even on cold winter days.
LP CYLINDERDANGER!
 -  Read and follow all warnings on LP gas cylinder.
  -  If you see, smell, or hear the hiss of LP gas escaping from the cylinder\
:
  1) Evacuate all people from the grilling area.
  2) Do not attempt to correct the problem yourself.
  3) Call the local fire department.
•  The LP gas cylinder (1lb disposable), for use with the LP gas grills, \
must meet the 
following requirements:
  1) Use only cylinder marked “Propane Fuel”.
  2) Size should be 4” diameter x 8” tall.
  3) Must be constructed and marked in accordance with the U.S. Department  
    of Transportation (DOT) or the National Standard of Canada, CAN\CSA-B339.\
  
    (See LP cylinder for marking).
  4) Must have a cylinder cap to protect LP cylinder valve when not in use.
WARNING!
Use only 1 lb. propane bottles as specified above. Use of other gas bott\
les 
could cause gas leak or fire.
•  Read manufacturer’s instructions and warnings on LP cylinder.
•  Never use an LP gas cylinder if it shows signs of: dents, gouges, bulges\
, fire damage, 
corrosion, leakage, excessive rust or other forms of visual external dam\
age; it may be 
hazardous and should be checked by a liquid propane supplier.
•  Keep children away from LP gas cylinder at all times.
•  Do not use, store, or transport the LP gas cylinder where it would be ex\
posed to 
heat, sparks or flame. The relief valve may open which will allow a la\
rge amount of 
flammable gas to escape. Never leave an LP gas cylinder inside a vehic\
le which may 
become overheated by the sun.
• WARNING! Never store an LP cylinder indoors. Storage of an outdoor 
cooking gas appliance indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is 
disconnected and removed from the outdoor cooking gas appliance. LP 
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.
•  WARNING! Never store a spare LP gas cylinder near the grill. All spare and 
disconnected LP gas cylinders must have safety caps installed on the LP \
cylinder valve.
•  LP gas is not natural gas. The conversion or attempted use of natural ga\
s 
in an LP unit or LP gas in a natural gas unit is dangerous and will void\
 your 
warranty. 
						

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• WARNING! Never attempt to repair or refill a 1# LP gas cylinder valve. 
These could cause a hazard or explosion. Replace gas cylinder with a spa\
re.
•  When transporting an LP gas cylinder, keep it secured in an upright position 
with the protective cap on.
CONNECTING/ DISCONNECTING LP GAS CYLINDER TO GRILL
• Always check for gas leaks when you disconnect and reconnect the regulat\
or to the 
LP gas cylinder, especially after a period of storage (for example, over winter).
•  Check tubes that lead into the burner for any blockage from insects, spi\
ders, or food 
grease before using.
•  Check regulator tube for bends or crimping.
•  Check tube nozzle and threaded collar for damage.
REGULATOR ASSEMBLY WARNING! 
Using a regulator assembly that has not been supplied by the manufacture\
r 
of this LP gas grill, could result in serious bodily injury or property \
loss.
The LP gas cylinder shall be constructed and marked in accordance with t\
he 
specifications for LP gas cylinders of the Department of Transportation (DOT).
•  Use only regulator assembly that has been furnished with this LP gas gri\
ll. If the 
regulator assembly is not working properly and you need a replacement, c\
ontact the 
manufacturer at (1-800-231-9786).
•  Inspect the regulator assembly before each use. If it is bent, cut or da\
maged, do not 
use the LP gas grill. Contact the manufacturer, as the regulator assembly must be 
replaced with an assembly specified by the manufacturer prior to the f\
urther use of the 
LP gas grill.
PREPARATION BEFORE COOKING
• Wash the cooking surface with a mixture of hot water and dish detergent. \
Do not use 
an abrasive scrubber. 
•  Empty and clean the grease tray after each cooking session so excessive \
grease does 
not accumulate. Wash same as cooking surface.
•  Make sure grease tray is in place before grilling. (FIG 14)
Fig. 14 
						

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WARNING!
• Empty the grease tray after each cooking session so excessive grease doe\
s 
not accumulate. Failure to remove grease may result in a grease fire in \
the 
tray or bowl.
•   Never light the LP gas grill without the grease tray in place.
LIGHTING THE GRILL USING THE IGNITER WARNING!
• Open the grill fully before lighting the burner to prevent an explosion \
from 
gas buildup.
•  Always inspect the regulator/tube assembly before each use. If it is \
bent, cut or  damaged, do not use the LP gas grill. Contact the manufacturer, as the regulator 
assembly must be replaced with an assembly specified by the manufacturer\
 prior to 
the further use of the LP gas grill.
HOW TO LIGHT YOUR LP GAS GRILL
Note: If the flame is accidentally extinguished, repeat the procedure below \
for lighting the 
grill. (See also TROUBLESHOOTING)
1) Open the lid and rotate the spring loaded level adjusters to the grillin\
g position desired.
2)  Push in and turn the regulator knob counterclockwise from the OFF/ LOCK \
position to 
HIGH. (FIG 15A)
3)  Push the igniter button several times so that it clicks each time.  (FIG 15B)
4)  Turn the regulator knob from “HIGH” to “LOW”, while checking \
the flame through the 
match light hole to make sure it is lit. 
5)  If burner does not light or igniter does not work, turn regulator knob t\
o “OFF/LOCK”. 
Remove the cooking surface to dissipate the gas. Wait five minutes then repeat  
steps 2 thru 4.
6)  If burner still fails to light, repeat step 5, wait five minutes and r\
efer to the 
TROUBLESHOOTING page. If it fails to light, the burner can be lit manually, see Manual 
Lighting of the Grill.
Fig. 15a
Fig. 15b 
						

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7) After ignition, preheat the grill and cooling surface by turning the reg\
ulator knob to 
“High” for about 8 minutes.
WARNING: If the burner goes out while cooking, turn the regulator knob to 
the “OFF” position. Wait five minutes before attempting to relight the grill.
MANUAL LIGHTING OF THE GRILL
Note: If the flame is accidentally extinguished, repeat the procedure below \
for lighting the 
grill. (See also TROUBLESHOOTING) WARNING!
• Open the grill lid before lighting the burner to prevent an explosion fr\
om 
gas buildup.
•  Always inspect the regulator/tube assembly before each use. If it is ben\
t, cut or 
damaged, do not use the LP gas grill. Contact Consumer Support, as the r\
egulator 
assembly must be replaced with an assembly specified by the manufacturer\
 prior to 
the further use of the LP gas grill.
How to manually Light your LP Gas Grill
1) Open the grill on a table top or level surface.
2)  Turn the regulator knob counterclockwise from the OFF/LOCK position, push\
 in and turn 
to “High“. (FIG 16A)
3)  Insert a lit match on the match holder through the match lighting hole a\
t the front, right 
side of the grill (FIG 16B)
4)  Turn the regulator knob from “HIGH” to “LOW”, while checking \
the flame through the 
match light hole to make sure it is lit. 
5)  If burner does not light, turn regulator knob to OFF/LOCK. Remove the co\
oking surface 
to dissipate the gas. Wait five minutes then repeat steps 2 thru 4.
6)  If burner still fails to light, wait five minutes and refer to the  TROUBLESHOOTING.
Fig. 16a
Fig. 16bMatch 
holder
Match 
lighting hole 
						

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7) After ignition, preheat the grill and cooking surface by turning the reg\
ulator knob   
to “High” for about 8 minutes.
WARNING: If the burner goes out while cooking, turn the regulator knob to 
the “OFF” position. Wait five minutes before attempting to relight the grill.
GRILL COOKING
1) Follow the instructions on page 15 / 16 to light your LP gas grill.
2)  Check your flame. Your burner has been preset by the manufacturer for optimal flame 
performance. A blue flame, possibly with a small yellow tip, is the re\
sult of the optimal 
air and LP gas mixture. (FIG 17)
The flame should be checked before the initial cooking session and per\
iodically 
throughout the grilling season, especially after storing the grill over \
a long period of time. 
If the flame is significantly yellow in color, then you are not getting the appropriate amount 
of LP gas in the air /LP gas mixture. You should follow the BURNER MAINTENANCE 
section of this manual for cleaning the burners.
Note: If the flame is accidentally extinguished, repeat the procedure above\
 for lighting the 
grill. (See also TROUBLESHOOTING)
3)  To preheat: With the grill lid open, preheat on high for about 8 minutes. During th\
e first 
use, you may notice a slight odor caused by the curing oil used in manuf\
acture.
Important: Do not close the grill lid while in use.
4)  Carefully place food on the cooking surface. Cook to desired doneness, t\
urning food 
halfway through the cooking time for most foods. Adjust flame as neede\
d with the 
regulator knob. 
5)  When food is cooked, remove food with long-handled heat resistant, nylon\
 or wooden 
utensils to avoid scratching the non-stick surface. Never use metal tong\
s, forks or 
knives as these can damage the cooking surface. 
CAUTION: Do not leave any utensils on the cooking plate surface while  
it is hot. CAUTION: Never touch hot surfaces. Use heat resistant gloves, long-handled 
tongs, or cooking mitts at all times.
GRILLING TIPS
• Do not overfill the appliance.
•  When first cooking a particular food, check for doneness using a meat \
thermometer 
several minutes before suggested time; if necessary, adjust the cooking time.
•  If cooking more than one piece of food, try to have them similar in size\
 and thickness.
•  Watch carefully to avoid overcooking.
•  For added flavor, add dry seasonings or marinate before grilling. Brush meats with 
sauces at the end of cooking.
Fig. 17 Yellow tip
Primarily 
blue flame 
						

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FOODTEMP  
SETTING COOKING TIME**TIPS/COMMENTS
MEATS
Hamburger, 
Fresh (5 oz.)
Ground Turkey 
Burgers (5 oz.) HIGH
10-12 min. or until 
160°F Shape into ¾-inch patties
Steak   
(NY Strip, 
T-Bone) HIGH
Medium Rare- 3-4 min. 
per side to 130-140°F
Medium-  4-6 min. per 
side to 140-150°F
Medium Well- 6-8 min. 
per side to 155-160°F Cooking time is for 3/4" 
thickness.  Adjust timing for 
thicker steaks.
Boneless Pork 
Chops MEDIUM-
HIGH8-10 min. or until a 
minimum of 145°F Let rest 3 min. before 
serving.
Boneless 
Skinless Chicken 
Breast (6-8 oz.) MEDIUM-
HIGH
10-12 min. or until 
165°F at the thickest 
part Pound or cut chicken to an 
even thickness for more 
even cooking.
Chicken 
Drumsticks   
(3-4 oz. each) MEDIUM-
HIGH
30-40 min. or until 
165°F. Brush with  
sauce during the last 
5-10 min. if desired. Turn meat occasionally for 
more even browning.  
Precooked 
Barbeque Ribs, 
reheated MEDIUM
15-20 min. or until 
165°F
FISH AND SEAFOOD
Salmon MEDIUM-
HIGH12-14 min. or until a 
minimum of 145°F and 
fish flakes Brush fish with oil and 
season before grilling.
Shrimp MEDIUM-
HIGH4-5 min. or until shrimp is 
pink and a min. of 145°F Place on skewers with 
assorted vegetables
Thin Fish Fillets 
(Pan fish, 
Tilapia, etc.) MEDIUM-
HIGH
6-8 min. or until a min. 
of 145°F If breaded, use the griddle 
plate side for more even 
cooking.
ON THE GRILL
The following are meant to be used as a guideline only. The times reflect a full grill of food. 
Cooking time will depend upon thickness and cut being used. Use a cookin\
g thermometer 
as a test for doneness. If the food needs longer cooking, check periodic\
ally to avoid 
overcooking the food. 
						

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FOODTEMP  
SETTING COOKING TIME**TIPS/COMMENTS
VEGETABLES
Sliced Onions MEDIUM-
HIGH8-10 min. or until 
softened and tender
Shredded Hash 
Brown Potatoes MEDIUM-
HIGH8-10 min. or until 
softened and 
slightly charred Cut into rings or strips
Sliced Summer 
Squash 
(Zucchini, 
yellow, patty 
pan etc.) MEDIUM
8-10 min. or  
until tender Cooking time is for ½-inch thick 
slices.  Adjust timing for thicker 
or thinner slices.
Potato Packets MEDIUM15-18 min. or 
until potatoes are 
tender, turning 
over half way 
through cooking. Slice 2 potatoes and 1 small 
onion.  Place on heavy 
Aluminum foil.  Drizzle with oil.  
Fold foil into a pouch sealing 
seams tightly.
** To be sure your food is properly cooked, USDA recommends using a meat the\
rmometer to test for doneness.  Insert the meat 
thermometer into the thickest part of the meat and hold in place until t\
he temperature stabilizes. 
						

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FOODTEMP  
SETTING COOKING TIME**TIPS/COMMENTS
Pancakes MEDIUM3-6 min turning 
once during 
cooking For best results, lightly grease 
griddle. Turn pancakes when 
bubbles form on top surface and 
the bottoms are golden brown.
French Toast MEDIUM4-6 min until 
golden brown on 
both sides For best results, lightly grease 
griddle. Dip bread slices in a milk 
and egg mixture; turning to coat 
both sides.
Shredded Hash 
Brown Potatoes MEDIUM-
HIGH10-12 min  
(refrigerated); 
12-15 min  
(frozen) Cook with oil to a golden brown 
color, turning halfway through 
cooking.
Bacon MEDIUM10-12 min or 
to desired 
crispness. For more even browning, turn 
bacon during cooking. Adjust 
time for thick or thin cut bacon.
Eggs, fried MEDIUM3-4 min. or until 
white appears 
solid. (Sunny side 
up)  Flip and cook 
an additional 2-4 
min. or to desired 
doneness(for 
over easy) Add a small amount of oil to 
griddle before frying eggs to 
prevent sticking.
Eggs, 
scrambled MEDIUM
2-4 min. on 
lightly buttered 
griddle until eggs 
thicken, lifting 
and turning eggs 
while cooking. Whisk eggs in small bowl with 
a small amount of milk or water; 
season.
Grilled 
Sandwiches MEDIUM-
HIGH3-6 min. or until 
golden brown, 
turning half way 
through cooking. Spread butter or margarine on 
sides of each bread slice. Fill 
sandwiches with your choice of 
meats and cheeses.
ON THE GRIDDLE:
The following are meant to be used as a guideline only. The times reflect a full grill of 
food. Cooking time will depend upon thickness of food.  Use a fork inser\
ted into the center 
of the food or meat thermometer to test for doneness. (Be careful not t\
o touch the grilling 
plate.) If the food needs longer cooking, check periodically to avoid o\
vercooking the food.
** To be sure your food is properly cooked, USDA recommends using a meat the\
rmometer to test for doneness.  Insert the meat 
thermometer into the thickest part of the meat and hold in place until t\
he temperature stabilizes.