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Weber Summit Series Owner's Manual

Summary of Summit Series

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    58945 en - international english 02/09/16 owner’s guide charcoal grill thank you for purchasing a weber ® grill. Take a few minutes and protect it by registering your product online at www.Weber.Com. ! Danger if you smell gas: • shut off gas to the appliance. • extinguish any open flames. • open lid...

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    18 cooking system a a b b c d e f extensive thought was put into how your charcoal grill was designed. Weber ® grills are designed so that you never have to worry about flare-ups, hot and cold spots, or burnt food. Expect excellent performance, control, and results every time. A bowl and lid the air...

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    19 features a b c d e f g the weber ® summit ™ charcoal grill isn't your typical grill. The top-of-the line features and innovative design allow you to grill, or smoke, with convenience and ease. From the snap-jet ™ gas ignition system, to hinged cooking grates; grilling has never been easier or mor...

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    20 using the snap-jet ™ gas ignition system • check that the bowl and the high capacity ash catcher are free from debris that might obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air. • the burner tube should also be checked for any obstructions. (refer to “annual maintenance.”) regulator connection...

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    21 preparing to use your grill what is a leak check? The fuel system in your grill features connections and fittings. A leak check is a reliable way to make sure that no gas is escaping from any of the connections or fittings. Although all factory-made connections have been thoroughly checked for ga...

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    22 grilling methods - direct heat the summit ™ charcoal grill can be used for three grilling methods: direct grilling, indirect grilling, and smoking. Before continuing, determine which grilling method will be used and follow the appropriate grilling instructions in this owner's guide. Grilling with...

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    23 grilling methods - indirect heat grilling with indirect heat use the indirect method for larger cuts of meat that require 20 minutes or more of grilling time, or for foods so delicate that direct exposure to the heat would dry them out or scorch them, such as: roasts, bone-in poultry pieces, whol...

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    24 grilling methods - smoking smoking smoking is cooking food at a low temperature, over an extended period of time (a) . This technique is also referred to as the “low and slow method.” cooking low and slow keeps the juices and flavor in your food to produce an extremely tender piece of meat. Smoki...

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    25 grilling methods - smoking tips & tricks for grilling success choose a proper location to grill • only use this grill outdoors in a well- ventilated area. Do not use in a garage, building, breezeway, or any other enclosed area. • keep the grill on a secure, level surface at all times. • do not us...

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    26 burner ignition - lighting with snap-jet ™ gas ignition system methods of burner ignition there are two ways to ignite the burner. The first is by using the snap-jet ™ gas ignition system built into the burner control knob on your grill. The second is with a match. Next are the steps for igniting...

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    27 burner ignition - lighting with a match burner ignition – lighting with a match 1. Rotate the rapidfire ™ lid damper to the open position (a) . 2. Slide the bowl vent arm to the open position (b) . 3. Maker sure that the burner control knob is turned to the off ( ) position (c) . Check by pushing...

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    28 routine maintenance cleaning the inside of the grill cleaning the inside of your grill before each use is essential to keep your grill operating at peak performance for years to come. ! Warning: turn grill off and wait for it to cool before giving it a thorough cleaning. Cleaning the lid from tim...

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    29 routine maintenance cleaning the outside of the grill the outside of your grill may include stainless steel, porcelain-enameled, and plastic surfaces. Weber recommends the following methods based on the surface type. Make sure that all of the charcoal is fully extinguished and the grill is cool b...

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    30 annual maintenance to keep your grill performing as safely and efficiently as on day one, we strongly recommend that you inspect and clean the burner tube at least once a year. Over time, the burner tube (a) may become dirty and blocked. Spiders and insects can nest in the venturi (b) section of ...

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    31 snap-jet ™ gas ignition system maintenance snap-jet ™ gas ignition system operation the burner control knob has a built-in igniter. The igniter supplies a spark to the igniter electrode assembly. Whether you are performing routine maintenance or a troubleshooting check on the snap-jet ™ gas ignit...

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    32 troubleshooting weber-stephen products llc www.Weber.Com © 2016 weber-stephen products llc. Weber, the (kettle logo) silhouette and the kettle configuration are registered u.S. Trademarks; 1415 s. Roselle road, palatine, illinois 60067 usa. General troubleshooting problems solutions burner does n...

  • Page 17: Quick Reference Guide

    Quick reference guide 3 pile the charcoal on the fuel grate above the tip of the burner tube. 4 ignite the charcoal with the snap-jet ™ ignition system do not close the lid. 6 put on heat resistant gloves. Use tongs or a charcoal rake to spread the charcoal evenly across the fuel grate. If adding wo...

  • Page 18: Quick Reference Guide

    3 if direct cooking , pile the charcoal on the fuel grate above the tip of the burner tube. If indirect cooking , place charcoal in the char-baskets ™ on the fuel grate above the tip of the burner tube. Arrange char-baskets ™ so that they run parallel to the burner tube. 4 ignite the charcoal with t...