BackyardGrill Carleton GBC1449W-C Conversion Instructions - Danger

Natural Gas Conversion Instructions – VFK1000W-C, VFK1001W1-C 

Model No. GBC1449W-C / CARLETON ; GBC1449WBS-C / COOPER ; 

GBC1449WRS-C / CHANDLER

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Conversion Instructions (continued)

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Perform a Leak Check

DANGER

If you smell gas -

1. Shut off gas to appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. Open lid.

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

fire department.

1. Do NOT operate if gas leak is present. Gas leaks may cause a fire or explosion.

2. You must follow all leak-checking procedures before operating. To prevent fire or explosion hazard 

when testing for a leak:

a. Always perform leak test before lighting the grill and each time the natural gas line is 

connected.

b. No smoking. Do NOT use or permit sources of ignition in the area while conducting a leak test.

c. Conduct the leak test outdoors in a well-ventilated area.

d. Do NOT use matches, lighters or a flame to check for leaks.

e. Do NOT use grills until any and all leaks are corrected.

If you are unable to stop a leak, disconnect the natural gas supply. Call a gas appliance serviceman.