Weber Spirit 500 LX Owner Manual
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- Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 1
factory. SPIRIT™ 500 LX Series LP Gas Barbecue Owner's Manual WEBER WEBE R ® NationalPROPANEGAS Association WARNING: Follow all leak check procedures carefully in this manual prior to barbecue operation. Do this even if barbecue was dealer assembled. NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These instructions must - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 2
store a spare or disconnected LP tank under or near this barbecue. ƽ Improper assembly may be dangerous. Please carefully follow the assembly instructions in this manual. ƽ After a period of storage, and/or nonuse, the Weber Gas Barbecue should be checked for gas leaks and burner obstructions before - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 3
the printed instructions accompanying it. Weber may require reasonable proof of your date of purchase. THEREFORE, YOU SHOULD RETAIN YOUR SALES SLIP OR INVOICE. This Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of parts which prove defective under normal use and service and which - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 4
AND TRADEMARKS © 1997 Weber. Weber, , Flavorizer and Crossover are registered U.S. trademarks; Spirit, Gas Catcher, FlameCheck, and Spider Stopper are U.S. trademarks of Weber-Stephen Products Co., 200 East Daniels Road, Palatine, IL 60067-6266. U.S.A. Spirit is covered under the following patent - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 5
. h) Catch pan catches excess grease. IMPORTANT NEW FEATURES: Your Weber Gas Barbecue is equipped with a new and improved LP tank connection, that has additional safety features. They are: 1. The connection of the barbecue to the LP tank can be made without the use of tools. 2. The new connection - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 6
you the minimum requirements for assembling your Weber Gas Barbecue. Please read the instructions carefully before using your Weber Gas Barbecue. Improper assembly can be dangerous. s Not for use by children. s If there are local codes that apply to portable gas grills, you will have to conform to - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 7
occasional error may occur. If a part is missing, do not go back to the store. Call the Weber Customer Service Center toll free 1-800-446-1071 to receive immediate assistance. Have your owner's manual and serial number of the barbecue available for reference. LP tank Bottom tray Two cooking grates - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 8
Left frame Right frame Wheel frame Leg frame Frame connector Work table Accessory rack Warming rack Five Flavorizer Bars Tank panel assembly Front panel Catch pan holder Catch pan Two drip pans Manifold bracket Thermometer ER Two wheels Fuel scale assembly Spacer bracket 8 WE B ER WE B - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 9
Check contents of hardware packs Two burner control knobs Two tool holders Eight tubing plugs (two are spares) Two hinge pins (hardware size: 1/4 x 1 1/2 inch clevis pin) (actual size) 1/4-20 x 2 inch bolt (actual size) Two 1/4-20 x 1 3/4 inch bolts (actual size) Six 1/4-20 x 1/2 inch bolts (actual - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 10
and a block of wood. Set one end of wheel frame on the block of wood (or other hard, protected surface). Put one wheel on axle, WEBER side facing up, and tap on one hubcap.Figure 1. Repeat with other wheel and hubcap. ER WE B ER WE B Step 3 Assemble top frame You will - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 11
holes in the frame and insert the plastic buttons through the front panel and frame. Figure 5. Plastic buttons Fuel scale decal View from rear of barbecue Figure 3 Step 5 Install tubing plugs You will need: two tubing plugs and a hammer. Insert tubing plugs into the ends of the leg frame.Figure - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 12
the frame brace. Figure 6. Burner tubes Frame brace Your Weber Gas Barbecue burner assembly has been factory assembled, pressure and flame tested answered NO, the burners are misaligned. Contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service. Do not use barbecue. Guide screw Figure 6 Slide the cooking box to the - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 13
Step 8 Install manifold bracket You will need: manifold bracket Hook the bracket onto the manifold at approximately the center of the length of the manifold. Place your hand underneath the bracket. Lift the manifold, bracket and cooking box slightly and hook the tab of the bracket onto the frame - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 14
12. Step 11 Install igniter Note - The igniter wires are already attached to the Gas Catcher Ignition Chamber and the igniter. This was done to factory test the ignition Insert the top of the igniter up through the large part of the keyhole in the frame brace. Figure 13 (b).Loosen the igniter lock - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 15
the issue to your satisfaction, then call Weber-Stephen Products Co., Customer Service Center. To fill, take the LP tank and filler adapter to an RV center or look up gas-propane in the phone book for other sources of LP gas. ƽWARNING: We recommend that your LP tank be filled at an authorized - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 16
be at 3, 6, or 9 o'clock. It should not be pointed up. Figure 17 (c). Figure 15 Step 15 Connect LP tank ƽWARNING: Make sure that the LP tank valve is closed. Close by turning clockwise. Hook the LP tank onto the fuel scale. Loosen the tank lock wing nut. Swing the tank lock down. Tighten - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 17
for leaks with soap and water solution. If a leak persists after retightening the fitting, turn OFF the gas. DO NOT OPERATE THE BARBECUE. Contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service. c) Valves to manifold connections. Figure 19 (c). d) The hose to regulator connection. Figure 19 (d). ƽWARNING: If there - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 18
Step 17 Install Flavorizer Bars and Cooking Grates You will need: five Flavorizer Bars and two cooking grates. Set the Flavorizer Bars side to side in the cooking box. Figure 20. Step 18 Install the bottom tray You will need: bottom tray, catch pan holder, catch pan and one drip pan. Finger grip - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 19
You will need: lid, two hinge pins and two hair pin cotters. Set the lid in place. Align the hinges at the rear of the barbecue. Insert hinge pins from the outside. Insert hair pin cotters into the small holes in the hinge pins. Figure 25. Hair pin cotter Hinge pin - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 20
Step 21 Complete accessory installation You will need: work table, accessory rack, warming rack, four tubing plugs and thermometer. Set the accessory rack across the bottom braces in front of the frame connector. Figure 27 (a). Open the lid and set the warming rack into the slots at the rear of the - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 21
not use the barbecue. Replace using only Weber authorized replacement manifold assembly. Order from WeberStephen Products Co., Customer Service Center or authorized LP tank valve, the excess flow control will activate, limiting the flow of gas from the LP tank. If this should occur, turn OFF the LP - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 22
Manual Lighting ƽ DANGER Failure to open lid while igniting the barbecue, or not waiting 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear if the barbecue does not the LP tank valve, the excess flow control will activate, limiting the flow of gas from the LP tank. If this should occur, turn OFF the LP tank valve - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 23
: Turn your Weber Gas Barbecue OFF and wait for it to cool before cleaning. ƽCAUTION: Do not clean your Flavorizer Bars or cooking grates in a self-cleaning oven. Replacement cooking grates and Flavorizer Bars are available through your retailer or the Weber-Stephen Products Service Center. Outside - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 24
tanks are not compatible with your barbecue connection. Scale setting wing nut Tank lock wing nut Connecting the filled LP tank ƽWARNING: Make sure that the LP tank valve is closed. Close by turning clockwise. ƽ DANGER Do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 25
Weber-Stephen Customer Service. Do not use the barbecue. g) When leak checks are complete, turn gas supply OFF and rinse connections with water. Male fitting Regulator Collar (b) Quick disconnect Figure 5 engaged LP Tank The LP tank manufacturer is responsible for the materials, workmanship - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 26
, bugs etc. Liquid Propane (LP) Tank(s) s The LP tank and connections supplied with your Weber Gas Barbecue have been designed and tested to meet government, American Gas Association and Underwriters Laboratories requirements. s Replacement LP tanks supplied by Weber satisfy the requirements. Check - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 27
or cuts. If the hose is found to be damaged in any way, do not use the barbecue. Replace using only Weber authorized replacement manifold assembly. Order from WeberStephen Products Co., Customer Service Center or authorized dealer. s Inspect the burners for correct flame pattern. Clean if necessary - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 28
all the burner ports are fully open. Figure 13 ƽCAUTION: Do not enlarge the burner ports when cleaning. Replacing Main Burners a) Your Weber Gas Barbecue must be OFF and cool. b) Turn gas OFF at source. c) Remove control panel: take off the burner control knobs. Remove the screws holding the control - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 29
. Figure 18a. Check proper assembly before fastening manifold in place. Figure 18b. (a) Valve Figure 15 Wing nuts f) Slide the burner assembly out from under the guide screw and washer in the corners of the cooking box. Figure 16 - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 30
Spider Stopper Guards do not fit tightly, contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service. ƽWARNING: After reinstalling the gas lines, they should be leak checked with a soap and water solution before using the barbecue. See Step"Check for gas leaks". Crossover Ignition System Operations If the Crossover - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 31
excess flow safety which is part of the barbecue to tank device turn all gas in the LP Check adjustment of fuel scale. tank, but tank is empty. Fuel scale must be adjusted with an empty tank. If problems cannot be corrected by using these methods, please contact Weber-Stephen Customer Service - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 32
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occasional error may occur. If a part is missing, do not go back to the store. Call the Weber Customer Service Center toll free 1-800-446-1071 to receive immediate assistance. Have your owner's manual and serial number of the barbecue available for reference. Weber-Stephen Products Company Customer - Weber Spirit 500 LX | Owner Manual - Page 34
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a Weber Barbecue. Our family here at Weber has worked hard to produce the highest quality products for your satisfaction. While we give much attention to our products, an occasional error may occur. Our knowledgeable Customer Service staff is prepared to help you with any problems with parts or
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500 LX Series
LP Gas Barbecue
Owner’s Manual
WARNING: Do not try to light this appliance
without reading "Lighting" instructions
section of this manual.
THIS GAS APPLIANCE IS DESIGNED FOR
OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER: These instructions
must be left with the owner and the owner
should keep them for future use.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1.
Shut off gas to the appliance.
2.
Extinguish any open flame.
3.
Open lid.
4.
If odor continues, immediately call your
gas supplier or your fire department.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
1.
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors and liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliance.
2.
An LP tank not connected for use shall
not be stored in the vicinity of this or
any other appliance.
WARNING: Follow all leak check procedures
carefully in this manual prior to barbecue
operation. Do this even if barbecue was
dealer assembled.
National
Association
PROPANE
GAS
®
98637
11/97
Serial Number
Please use this number in registering your warranty and
any correspondence with the factory.