BLACKSTONE 1867 17 Griddle for Recreational Vehicles Owner’s Manual

BLACKSTONE 1867 17 Griddle for Recreational Vehicles

Product Information

• Model: 1867 v14
• Product Type: Griddle for Recreational Vehicles
• Manufacturer: North Atlantic Imports LLC
• Warranty: 1-Year Warranty covering replacement parts

Important Safety Information
The instruction manual contains important safety information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance. Please read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance. Keep this manual for future reference.

Safety Alert Key:

• DANGER: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
• CAUTION: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
• WARNING: Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
• NOTICE: Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related (e.g. messages related to property damage).

Assembly Guide:
The user manual includes an assembly guide for the griddle. It is important to follow all instructions and warnings provided in the guide to ensure safe and proper assembly of the appliance.

Product Usage Instructions

Before using the griddle, please read and follow all instructions and warnings provided in the user manual. Failure to do so may result in personal injury, property damage, or damage to the appliance.

RV Safety Warning:
Do not use this appliance under extended awnings. Failure to comply could result in a fire or personal injury.

Gas Appliance Safety:

• Maintain proper clearances from combustible material including the minimum balcony or deck sides and back of the appliance.
• Use a flexible hose connector complying with the high-pressure requirements of the Standard for Pigtails and Hose Connections for LP Gas, ANSI/UL 569.
• Ensure the appliance is placed on a level surface that will not allow it to tip or lean while in use or while in the storage/travel mode.
• Do not modify the appliance’s mounting system.
• Ensure there is no operation or gas flow when the appliance is in its storage (travel) position.

Installation:
The installation must conform with local codes. In the absence of local codes, installation must conform with:

• National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58; or
• Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1; Propane Storage and Handling, CSA B149.2; or
• The Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A119.2/NFPA 1192; and Recreational Vehicle Code, CSA Z240 RV Series, as applicable.

Activating Your Warranty:
To activate your 1-Year Warranty covering replacement parts, please follow the instructions provided in the user manual. For the latest version of the manual, scan the code provided or visit BlackstoneProducts.com/support.

IMPORTANT:
This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance.
Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance.
Follow all warnings and instructions when using the appliance.
Keep this manual for future reference.
Installer/Assembler: Leave these instructions with the consumer.

For the latest version of this manual, scan this code or visit BlackstoneProducts.com/support

SAFETY ALERT KEY
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

NOTICE
Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related (e.g. messages related to property damage).

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

DANGER
If you smell gas:

• Shut off gas to the appliance.
•  extinguish any open flame.
• If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or property damage, personal injury or death.

DANGER

• Never operate this appliance unattended.
• Never operate this appliance within 10 ft (3.0 m) of any structure, combustible material or other gas cylinder.
• Never operate this appliance within 25 ft (7.5 m) of any flammable liquid.
• If a fire should occur, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your fire department. do Not attempt to extinguish an oil or a grease fire with water.
  Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or property damage, personal injury or death.

RV SAFETY
WARNING
DO NOT use this appliance under extended awnings. Failure to comply could result in a fire or personal injury.

• To protect from serious bodily injury or death, read and fully understand All safety requirements for handling and operation of the propane system detailed in your Recreational Vehicle’s product manual.
• RV appliances shall be installed on the opposite side from a fuel distribution or dispersing system of a recreational vehicle.

PRESSURE TESTING

• The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at test pressures in excess of 0 5 psi (3 5 kPa)
• The appliance must be isolated from the gas supply piping system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve during any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psi (3,5 kPa)

WARNING

• do NoT store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
• An lPG cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

GAS APPLIANCE SAFETY

• The use of alcohol, prescription, or non-prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate the appliance?
• Keep children and pets away from the appliance at all times
• Have a type BC or ABC fire extinguisher readily available

DO NOT USE FOR PURPOSES OTHER THAN INTENDED:

• do NoT modify this appliance
• do NoT use for commercial cooking
• do NoT use this appliance as a heater

THIS APPLIANCE SHALL BE USED OUTDOORS ONLY.

• do NoT use this appliance inside buildings, garages, or any other enclosed area
• do NoT install this appliance in or on a boat
• do NoT install this appliance in or on a recreational vehicle

MAINTAIN PROPER CLEARANCES FROM COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL:

• do NoT use this appliance on or under any apartment or condominium balcony or deck
• do NoT use this appliance under overhead combustible construction
• do NoT operate this appliance any closer than 8 in (20 cm) from the sides and back of the appliance.
• RV appliances shall be connected to the vehicle’s propane system with a flexible hose connector complying with the high pressure requirements of the Standard for Pigtails and Hose Connections for LP Gas, ANSI/Ul 569.
• The hose shall be installed in a manner that will not allow it to come in contact with the hot surface of the appliance while in use, or while in the storage/travel mode.
• The hose shall be of a length no longer than that required to allow the grill to be mounted in the “in use” position of its mounting system.
• The installation shall preclude the possibility of the appliance operation or gas flow when the appliance is in its storage (travel) position.

INSTALLATION MUST CONFORM WITH LOCAL CODES
In the absence of local codes, installation must conform with:

• National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54, Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58; or
• Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1; Propane Storage and Handling, CSA B149.2; or
• The Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A119.2/NFPA 1192; and Recreational Vehicle Code, CSA Z240 RV Series, as applicable.

ACTIVATE YOUR WARRANTY

The North Atlantic Imports llC 1-Year Warranty covers replacement
parts up to one year after the date of purchase.
TO ENABLE THIS WARRANTY, YOU WILL NEED TO PROVIDE: ☞ Your appliance’s Serial Number

The Serial Number can be found on your appliance’s Manufacturer label.
(The Manufacturer label is a large silver sticker found on the body of your appliance.)

Register your appliance at
BlackstoneProducts.com/register

WARRANTY OVERVIEW
North Atlantic Imports, the manufacturer, will warranty for one year from purchase all parts, workmanship, and finishes. It will be the manufacturer’s option as to whether to repair or replace any of the above items. All warranties are limited to the original purchaser only. This warranty does not cover any liability on the part of North Atlantic Imports, its agents or employees, for any indirect or consequential damages for breach of warranty. The purchaser must follow the manufacturer’s usage instructions. Under no circumstances is the manufacturer responsible for damages from the failure to operate the cooking station properly. It is the responsibility of the purchaser to establish the warranty period by verifying the original purchase date with original sales receipt

DETAILED EXPLANATION OF THE WARRANTY
North Atlantic Imports llC warrants to the owner that the product covered by this agreement is free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for which it was intended if, but only if, it has been operated in accordance with North Atlantic Imports llC instructions exclusively for domestic use, and not for private or public club, institutional or commercial purposes. North Atlantic Imports llC’s obligation under this warranty is limited to replacing or repairing, free of charge, any part or parts that may prove, to the satisfaction of North Atlantic Imports llC, to be defective under normal home use and service within the following stated periods of time from the date of purchase; for one year from purchase, all parts, finish, and workmanship. Should any failure to conform to this warranty become apparent during applicable warranty periods stated above, the original purchaser must notify North Atlantic Imports llC of breach of warranty within the applicable warranty period. North Atlantic Imports llC shall upon notice and compliance by the original purchaser with such instructions, correct such nonconformity by repair or replacement of the defective part or parts. Correction in the manner provided above shall constitute a fulfillment of all obligations of North Atlantic Imports llC with respect to the quality of the product. North Atlantic Imports llC does not warrant this equipment to meet the requirement of any safety code of any state, municipality or other jurisdiction, and the original purchaser assumes all risk and liability whatsoever resulting from the use thereof, whether used in accordance with North Atlantic Imports llC instructions or otherwise.
This warranty does not cover and is intended to exclude any liability on the part of North Atlantic its agents, servants or employees whether under this warranty or implied by law for any indirect or consequential damages for breach on any warranty. The purchaser must establish all applicable warranty periods pursuant to this warranty by verifying the original purchase date by producing the dated sales receipt. This warranty shall not apply to this product or any other part thereof which has been subject to accident, negligence, alteration, abuse, or misuse or which has been repaired or altered without North Atlantic written consent, outside of North Atlantic Imports llC factory. The full manufacturer warranty is not valid for griddles purchased from unlicensed, third-party resellers, purchased at a discount due to missing or damaged parts, or purchased as a floor model; at the discretion of North Atlantic Imports. North Atlantic Imports llC makes no warranty whatsoever in respect to accessories or parts not supplied with it. This warranty shall apply only within the boundaries of the United States of America and Canada. This warranty gives the original purchaser specific rights, and the original purchaser may also have other rights, which vary from state to state.

ASSEMBLY GUIDE

Exploded View

Part List

Parts : Qty

• Control panel 1
• Control knob bezel 1
• Control knob 1
• Rear panel 1
• Left panel 1
• Right panel 1
• Bottom panel 1
• Hat channels 2
• Baffle panel 1
• Ignition needle 1
• H Burner 1
• Gas rail 1

Assembly Instructions

Find a large, clean area to assemble your appliance. Remove all packing material before assembling.

CAUTION
Sharp edges. Wear gloves while assembling

TOOL NEEDED:
Adjustable wrench

• Step 01 Remove the griddle body from the packaging. Take the griddle top off and set aside. Place the griddle on its back. Use four (4) M8 flange nuts to attach four (4) griddle feet to the bottom of the griddle.
  Ensure that the fuel nozzle is housed within the burner opening.

• Step 02 Set the griddle on its feet. Ensure that the ignition needle is set 3-7mm above the burner tube.

• STEP 03 Align heat shield with grile body holes

• Step 04 Place the griddle top on the main body by aligning the 4 pins to the holes of the body. Make sure that all four (4) pins are seated in the holes.

• STEP 05 Slide the grease cup into the drawer on the front of the griddle

• STEP 06 Proceed to USING YOUR BLACKSTONE

NOTICE
Place appliance on a heat-resistant and flame-resistant surface while in use.

USING YOUR BLACKSTONE

FIRST Time Cleaning
CLEANING YOUR GRIDDLE TOP
NOTICE
Soap will ruin a seasoned griddle. This is the only time you should use soap on the griddle cooking surface.

• STEP 01 Wash the griddle cooking surface with hot, soapy water.
• STEP 02 Rinse and dry completely.

Ignition Instructions
CHECK VALVES

• STEP 01 Turn knob to of position.
• STEP 02 Push in knob and release. Knob should spring back. If knobs do not spring back, replace valve assembly before using appliance.
• STEP 03 Rotate knob to lows then turn back to off. Knob should turn smoothly.

PIEZO-ELECTRIC GRIDDLE IGNITION
Do NOT lean over the appliance while lighting.

1. Push the control knob in to start gas flowing.
2. Turn the control knob counter-clockwise to activate the starter.
3. Adjust the temperature to desired level.

CHECK BURNER FLAME
Always check burner flame before use.

• STEP 01 light burners and rotate knobs from HIGH to loW.
• STEP 02 look below the cooking top to view burners. When knob is at HIGH, flames should be larger than when knob is at loW.

WARNING
A clogged burner can lead to a fire beneath the appliance. Burner should be removed and cleaned annually or whenever heavy build-up or insects/insect nests are found.

HEALTHY BURNER FLAME PATTERN

1. Flickers of yellow color.
2. dark blue color.
3. Vibrant blue.

BURNER FLAMES ARE YELLOW OR IRREGULAR

If there is a sudden drop or low flame issue, please reference the Troubleshooting chapter.

Griddle Seasoning Instructions

WHAT OIL IS BEST TO USE?

• Blackstone Seasoning and  Cast Iron Conditioner.
• Any plant-based cooking oil.
• Rendered animal fat with no additives.

VIDEO TUTORIAL
How to Season a New Blackstone Griddle
youtube.com/watch?v=VspmdVnj2pI&t=3s

• STEP 01 Wipe any debris off griddle top.

• STEP 02 Set your griddle to high heat until your griddle top changes color. (~10 min)

• STEP 03 Use tongs to hold a paper towel or cotton cloth and spread 2-3 tablespoons of your seasoning oil across the entire griddle top.
  When seasoning your griddle top, remember to use a thin and even layer of oil—the thinner the layer of oil, the easier it will be to burn it offff.

• STEP 04 The griddle top is ready for another layer of oil when it  stops smoking. Repeat STEP 03 3-4 times, or until the griddle surface is black.

SEASONING TROUBLESHOOTING
THERE IS A BROWNISH RESIDUE ON THE GRIDDLE SURFACE:

POSSIBLE CAUSES : SOLUTION

• Too much oil was used.
  • STEP 01 Turn your griddle on high and let it heat for 10-15 minutes.
• You turned off the heat too soon.
  • STEP 02 Scrape off as much of the thickened and partially cooked oil as you can.
    STEP 03 Re-season with a very thin layer of oil.

THE EDGES OF THE GRIDDLE SURFACE ARE NOT BLACK:
After using your griddle for multiple cooks, the seasoning will even out and improve.

PREVENTING RUST
Use your griddle frequently. every time you cook, you are adding to the seasoning, which makes rust less likely.

NOTICE
If you live in a humid or coastal climate, your griddle may require more frequent seasonings between uses.
If rust appears on the griddle surface, rub it off with steel wool, low grit sandpaper or the Blackstone Pumice Stone and re-season the surface.

VIDEO TUTORIAL
Recovering your Blackstone Griddle Top
youtube.com/watch?v=thPe2IgnSiI

Cooking on Your Blackstone

DANGER
Flammable items can spontaneously combust if placed near the appliance. DO NOT place flammable items such as aerosol containers, oily or greasy towels near the cooking surface.

CAUTON
This appliance will be hot during and after use. DO NOT handle hot parts with unprotected hands. Use long-handled cooking utensils and oven mitts.

NOTICE
DO NOT store any items within 3 in (8 cm) of the cooking surface while in use.

IF GREASE OR OTHER HOT MATERIAL DRIPS ONTO VALVE, HOSE OR REGULATOR:

• STEP 01 Turn off gas supply immediately.
• STEP 02 determine the cause and correct it.
• STEP 03 Clean and inspect valve, hose and regulator.

VIDEO RECIPES
Find recipes and cooking tips at:

• BlackstoneProducts.com/blogs/recipes
• youtube.com/c/BlackstoneGriddles
• @blackstoneproducts

Cleaning Your Appliance
Clean your appliance after each use, after it is cool to the touch.

• do NoT use abrasive pad on areas with graphics.
• If a bristle brush is used to clean any of the cooking surfaces, ensure no loose bristles remain on cooking surfaces prior to cooking.

WARNING
Grease build up can cause a fire. Clean any part of the appliance that gets hot and experiences grease build up after each use.

PLASTIC PARTS & PAINTED SURFACES:
Wash with warm soapy water and wipe dry with a non-abrasive cloth.

NOTICE
DO NOT use Citrisol, abrasive cleaners, or a concentrated cleaner on plastic parts. This may result in damage to and failure of parts.

FOR EVERY SURFACE
The Blackstone degreaser and Cleaning Spray is gentle enough to clean every surface of your appliance. Use it on the cooking surface, the appliance frame, or anywhere that experiences a build up of grease.

PULL OUT MOUNTING / STORAGE SYSTEMS:
WARNING
DO NOT put appliance in storage or travel mode immediately after use. Allow appliance to cool to touch before moving or storing. Failure to do so could result in fire resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
This model is suitable for use in an RV when installed in a manner similar to the slide out tray as shown.
The minimum load specification for the slide out tray when fully extended and in the locked position is 100 lbs. (45.5 Kg.)

CLEANING YOUR GRIDDLE TOP
Clean griddle top after each use, while still warm.

• do NOT use soap on the griddle top. This will destroy the griddle’s seasoning.
• The grease cup must be removed and emptied after each use.

CAUTION
Grease cup will be hot during and after use. DO NOT remove the grease cup until the griddle has completely cooled.

VIDEO TUTORIAL
How to Clean your Blackstone Griddle
youtube.com/watch?v=-Iedu9z6NPY

• STEP 01 Push loose food debris into the grease cup with spatula or straight metal scraper.

• STEP 02 Wipe down griddle top with paper towel.

• STEP 03 Apply a few tablespoons of water to the griddle surface, then scrape the water and debris into the grease cup. (For stuck-on food residue, use a bit of coarse salt.)

• STEP 04 Wipe again with a paper towel and dry completely.

• STEP 05 Apply thin coat of cooking oil to maintain seasoning and protect the griddle top.

TROUBLESHOOTING

IGNITION TROUBLESHOOTING
BURNER WILL NOT IGNITE :
If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds:

• STEP 01 Turn the burner control knob oFF.
• STEP 02 Wait 5 minutes.
• STEP 03 Repeat the lighting procedure.
  If this does not work, to determine the cause, please try to ignite your appliance with a match.

MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
Before beginning, check for gas leaks. open hood (if applicable).

• STEP 01 Turn control knob to oFF position.
• STEP 02 light a match (or long lighter) no shorter than 11 inches long.
• STEP 03 Place the flame next to the burner.
• STEP 04 Push in and turn the control knob to start gas flowing. ensure burner lights and stays lit.

IF YOU CAN IGNITE YOUR APPLIANCE WITH A MATCH:

POSSIBLE CAUSES : SOLUTION

• Ignitor wire misaligned.
  • ensure that the ignition needle is positioned 3-7mm away from the burner tube, and above a burner hole.

• damage to the ignition system.
  • Contact customer service for replacement parts.

IF YOU CAN NOT IGNITE YOUR APPLIANCE WITH A MATCH:

POSSIBLE CAUSES : SOLUTION

• Burner tubes are not receiving fuel.
  • Clean the burner assembly to remove the obstruction.

IGNITION TROUBLESHOOTING
BURNER FLAMES ARE YELLOW OR IRREGULAR:

• STEP 01 Turn the burner control knob OFF.
• STEP 02 Wait 5 minutes.
• STEP 03 Repeat the lighting procedure.
  If this does not work, to determine the cause, please try to ignite your appliance with a match.

MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS

• Before beginning, check for gas leaks. open hood (if applicable).
  STEP 01 Turn control knob to OFF position.

POSSIBLE CAUSES: SOLUTION

• obstructions in the burner, gas  jets, or fuel rail
  • Clean the burner, jets, and gas hose
• lPG cylinder is empty or low
  • Refill or replace the lPG cylinder

A FLAME IS COMING OUT OF THE AIR GATE:

POSSIBLE CAUSES: SOLUTION

• Something is blocking the venture in the burner
  • Clean the burner assembly to remove the obstruction

CLEANING THE BURNER ASSEMBLY

VIDEO TUTORIAL
How to Clean Your Burner Tube
youtube.com/watch?v=xKQTCrFCzf8

• STEP 01 ensure that the gas is turned oFF at control knobs and gas supply. Remove the cooking top.

• STEP 02 Carefully detach and remove the burner

• STEP 03 Clean the inside of the burner:

  • Run a narrow bottle brush through each burner tube several times. (do NoT use wire brushes)
  • Run a stiff wire bent into a small hook through each burner tube several times.
  • Use compressed air to blow through the burner tube and out the burner ports. Check that air blows through each hole. (Wear eye protection)

• STEP 04 Brush entire outer surface of burner to remove grime

• STEP 05 Clean any blocked ports with stiff wire such as an open paper clip.

• STEP 06 Carefully replace burners and reattach.

  • The gas rail fuel nozzle must be reengaged within the burner opening

CUSTOMER SERVICE
Visit us online at blackstoneproducts.com/support for assistance concerning appliance use, replacement parts, or your warranty.

CUSTOMER SERVICE HOURS:
Monday – Friday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm (MST)

This product may be covered by one or more issued U.S. and/or international patents and may include patent applications pending.
For more information, please visit: BlackstoneProducts.com/patents
distributed BY Norths Atlantic Imports, LLC 1073 W 1700 N Logan, UT 84321 USA | Blackstone IS A Registered Trademark of Norths Atlantic Imports, LLC

References

• Blackstone Recipes – Blackstone Products
• Register Product - Blackstone Products
• Support – Blackstone Products

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