• Unpack, inspect and compare parts included against parts list in the manual and prepare grill for assembly
• Inspect mechanical services and document on ICF any existing corrosion, defects, and/or code violations.
• Determine and document on the ICF any charges necessary for additional installation labor, parts, or permits
• Assemble grill according to manufacturer's specifications.
• Inspect the assembled grill for any defects, blemishes or other damages.
• Advise customer to prepare for shut-down of services as necessary.
• Terminate gas service and disconnect from appliance.
• INSURE LINE IS CAPPED AND THERE ARE NO LEAKS.
• Modify services, if necessary,  to meet all  plumbing, electric, and building codes and all manufacturer's installation specifications but not to exceed authorized estimate provided to customer.
• Connect gas service to new gas appliance.
• TURN GAS SERVICE BACK ON AND TEST ALL CONNECTIONS FOR LEAKS.
• Insure appliance is leveled, located, and secured as required by manufacturer specifications and to customer's satisfaction.
• MONITOR GAS SERVICE AND INSURE THERE ARE NO LEAKS.
• Insure all accessories, (grates, pans, racks, burner caps, etc.) are installed on appliance.
• Insure all burner elements are adjusted accordingly to display proper flame characteristics.
• Correct any defects as necessary and retest appliance.
• Insure any fixtures affected by service(s) shut-down are functioning.
• INSURE ALL PILOT LIGHTS ARE CHECKED AND ARE RE-LIT.
• INSURE ALL WORK AREAS ARE NEAT, CLEAN, AND DRY.
• Insure customer is satisfied with the installation and has possession of manufacturer's warranty/registration card, owner's manual and installation instructions.

Before your installation, please make sure the following are ready:

• Direct Replacement only on all NG/LP fueled grills
• An assembly installation site deemed adequate per manufacturer specifications.
• All parts and accessories must be present at the time of assembly/installation.
• For NG/LP fueled grills, a gas line must be present at designated installation spot.  Optima will not adjust, extend or modify the existing gas line in excess of replacing the shut off valve and/or connecting a new flexible gas line.

Please Note: Installation does not include removal of your old appliance. Please refer to the product page for more information on removal of your appliance.