JETBOIL HalfGen Cooking Stove Instructions

JETBOIL HalfGen Cooking Stove

Important: Read these warnings and instructions carefully prior to assembling or using this product. Fully familiarize yourself with this product before connecting it to a fuel source. Keep these instructions for future reference.

DANGER

ONLY USE OUTDOORS IN A WELL-VENTILATED AREA IN ORDER TO AVOID ENDANGERING YOUR LIFE

WARNING
FIRE OR EXPLOSION HAZARD 

If you smell gas:

1.  Do not attempt to light appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3.  Disconnect from fuel supply.
4.  Evacuate immediately.
5.  Allow gas to dissipate 5 minutes before relighting the appliance.

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

FOR YOUR SAFETY
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

DANGER

CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD

This appliance can produce carbon monoxide which has no odor. Using it in an enclosed space can kill you.
Never use this appliance in an enclosed space such as a camper, caravan, tent, car, mobile home, marine craft, or home.

WARNING

•  Do not modify this appliance. This may be hazardous and will void the warranty.
•  Burn Hazard – Stove Parts may become very hot.
•  Burn Hazard – Keep away from children.
•  Do not leave stove unattended while in use.
  Hazardous conditions may occur.

SPECIFICATIONS

Gas Category: Propane under vapor pressure. This appliance should only be used with 16.4 oz disposable propane cylinders (sold separately). It may be hazardous to attempt to fit other types of gas canisters.

The LP-gas cylinder(s) used with this stove must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation or Transport Canada, CAN/CSA B339.

Jet Size: 0.39mm Gas Consumption: 10,000 BTU/hr

LEAK CHECK PROCEDURE

1. Perform Leak Checks outside, in a well-ventilated area.

2. Connect Fuel Regulator (4.1) to the Fuel Input port (4.2) located in the rear of the left side of the stove by threading Coupling clockwise.

3. Connect Propane Cylinder (4.3) (sold separately) into Fuel regulator (4.1) by threading clockwise in the orientation shown in Fig. 4.

4. Put soapy water on the gas connections between Propane Cylinder and the Regulator as well as the Regulator and the Fuel Input Port. Formation of bubbles indicate a gas leakage.
   WARNING
   Do not check for leaks using a flame.
   If a leak is detected, do not attempt ignition. Vapors can ignite and cause serious injury. Remove fuel source immediately and contact Customer Service.
   

5.  If no leak is found, detach fuel source. Leak check is complete.

FIGURES

ASSEMBLY

WARNING

• Perform leak checks outside, in a well-ventilated area.
•  Operate at least 1m/3.3ft away from combustible materials and ignition sources.
•  Before each use: Keep stove area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids.
•  Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air to the stove.
•  Do not use windscreen other than the one provided with this product; use of another windscreen or outback oven can overheat the fuel canister, resulting in explosion.
• Do not use an appliance which is leaking, damaged or which does not operate properly.
• Always change gas canisters in a well ventilated location away from any sources of ignition, such as naked flames, pilot, electric heaters/equipment and away from other people.
• Do not install or use Fuel Cylinder in an inverted position
  (Reference Fig. 4).

1. Remove packed contents from bag (Fig. 1)

2. Place latched stove on a flat, level surface, at least 1m/3.3ft away from any combustible materials or ignition sources.

3. Pull Rubber Latches (2.1) free from latch hub (2.2)

4. Remove the 9″ FryPan (1.1) and set to the side

5. Perform LEAK CHECK PROCEDURE (see pg. 4) before proceeding.

6. Ensure that control valve (3.1) is closed firmly (rotate clockwise).

7. Check that Gasket (4.4) at Fuel Input connection (4.2) is in place and in good condition before connecting to the Regulator.
   WARNING
   Do not use the appliance if it has damaged or worn seals; this may result in gas leakage.

8. To check that the gas canister is not empty, liquid fuel may be heard and/or felt inside when the canister is shaken.

9. Connect Fuel Regulator (4.1) to the Fuel Input port (4.2) located in the rear of the left side of the stove by threading
   Coupling clockwise.

10.  Connect Propane Cylinder (4.3) (sold separately) into Fuel regulator (4.1) by threading clockwise in the orientation shown in Fig. 4.
    WARNING Do not install or use Fuel Cylinder in an inverted position.

11. To attach Windscreen (1.2), align the large opening in the Windscreen arms over the three Feet (5.1) located on the bottom of the stove, and pull outward until the smaller opening (5.2) slides into the slots (5.3) on each of the three feet.

NOTICE

• Prior to initial use, remove plastic backing on both sides of the Windscreen.
• Ensure a 1″ minimum gap between Windscreen and any cookware used when Windscreen is attached.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

• Keep burner at arm’s length, away from face, during ignition. Flame can erupt and flare during ignition.
• Do not attempt to light with included pot or any other cookware on the burner. Gas build-up can occur, resulting in increased flame eruption.
• Never expose stove to flammable vapors or liquids while lighting the burner. It can cause an explosion or fire.
• Do not move, lift, or tilt stove with lit burner. Product damage or injury can occur due to flaring.
• Always check that the burner is extinguished before disconnecting the fuel source. Vapors can ignite and cause serious injury.

Lighting the Burners:

CAUTION Ensure Cooking Grate is free of any cookware prior to lighting. Gas build-up can occur, resulting in increased flame eruption.

1. Open control valve (3.1) counterclockwise until fully opened and gas flow can be heard.
   NOTE: Our advanced Simmer Control technology requires 4 complete rotations to achieve full gas flow.

2. To light, flip the Igniter Lever (3.2) as shown in Fig. 3.
   Repeat as necessary.

3. If ignition does not occur within 5 seconds, close control valve (3.1) and wait 5 minutes before repeating the procedure.

Cooking:

1. Rotate control valve (3.1) of the lit burner clockwise to decrease flame setting.
2. Ensure cookware is centered on the cooking grate.

Expanding your cooking system:

•  This stove comes equipped with a Patented JetLink™ fuel output port (3.4), which provides regulated fuel to additional JetLink™-compatible stoves and accessories offered by Eureka! or Jetboil.
• The port is located on the right side of the Stove.
•  Refer to instructions accompanying JetLink™ accessories for their use.

WARNING

Do not attempt to use stoves or accessories that are not certified as JetLink™-compatible by Eureka! or Jetboil.

After use:

Turn off open control valve (3.1) (tighten clockwise) to extinguish flame to the burner.

WARNING

• Always check that the burner is extinguished before disconnecting the fuel source. Vapors can ignite and cause serious injury.
• Disconnect Fuel Cylinder after EVERY use.

Packing:

1.  Allow stove to fully cool before packing.
2. Place 9″ FryPan upside down on top of stove and secure by connecting Rubber Latches to Latch Hub (2.2).
3. Pack Stove, 9″ FryPan, Windscreen, and Fuel Regulator into Pack Bag as shown in Fig 10.

STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE

Storing after use:

•  Allow stove to cool before storing.
• Always disconnect fuel cylinders before storing the stove.
• Ensure stove is clean and dry before storing.
• Store the stove in a cool, dry location, indoors.

NOTICE

To avoid dust and cobweb buildup, which can effect stove performance, store the stove in a sealed bag or container.

Maintenance:

1. Flame Check (Every use):
   The height of the flame should increase from low to high with counter- clockwise rotation of the control knob. Flame should be blue with minimal yellow tipping. If flame abnormalities are found, refer to Troubleshooting Section.

2. Disassembly (Before cleaning, or as needed):
   • Turn stove off. Allow stove to cool before cleaning.
   • Pinch tabs of Cooking Grate (6.1) together to release from Drip Tray
   (6.2) and Chassis (6.3).
   • Lift up this end of Grate, and pull Tab (Fig. 7) from under Drip Tray and Chassis. Set Grate aside.
   • Un-screw Burner (Fig. 8) by rotating counter-clockwise, taking caution not to bend the ignitor electrode (3.3). Drip Tray (Fig. 9) is now free to remove from Chassis.

3. Cleaning Grate / Drip Tray / 9” Fry Pan (Before storage, or as needed):
   Do not use a dishwasher or abrasive compounds to clean.
   Only wash by hand with soapy water.

TROUBLESHOOTING

1. Flame does not extinguish:
   Tighten control valve as much as possible. Manually blow out flame. Once flame is extinguished, immediately detach fuel source. See
   your dealer or contact Jetboil for service.

2.  Igniter fails to spark:
   If stove is wet, igniter may fail to spark. If igniter will not spark, check positioning of electrode in relation to burner (Fig. 11). If not positioned as shown in instructions, re-position the electrode accordingly. If igniter still fails to spark, use matches or a lighter, following instructions detailed in OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS – Lighting the Burners.
   See your dealer or contact Jetboil for service if igniter fails to
   spark for any other reason.

3.  Continued Issues:
   If an issue cannot be corrected using these instructions, see Limited Warranty on back cover. Contact your local dealer, distributer, or Jetboil for parts and/or service.

  WARRANTY / SERVICE INFORMATION

This product is covered by a 1 year limited warranty.
Visit www.jetboil.com for additional information.
This appliance must only be serviced by an authorized person. Contact your local dealer, distributer, or Jetboil
for parts and/or service.

Jetboil
Johson Outdoors Gear, Inc. 540 N. Commercial St. Manchester, NH 03101 1.800.572.8822
jetboil.com

References

• jetboil.com
• jetboil.com

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