Weber 3880001 Genesis S-320 Natural Gas Grill, Stainless Steel
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Product Description
The Genesis® S-320TM gas grill features an enclosed cart with stainless steel doors, stainless steel handles, and accent colored painted side and rear panels. All grills have an accent-colored painted steel frame and a stainless steel shroud with a center-mounted thermometer and accent colored painted, cast aluminum end caps. The cooking system, rated at 42,000 BTUs, includes 3 seamless stainless steel burners and an electronic Crossover® ignition system. The cooking grates are 7mm diameter stainless steel rods and also feature stainless steel Flavorizer® bars. The primary cooking area measures 507 sq. inches; the warming rack area measures 130 sq. inches, giving a total cooking area of 637 sq. inches. The Genesis® S-320TM gas grill also has a 12,000 BTU-perhour input flush-mount side burner. Other features include 6 tool holders, enclosed tank storage area, precision fuel gauge, 2 stainless steel work surfaces, 2 heavy¿duty front locking casters and 2 heavy-duty back swivel casters. Tank is not included with LP grills and all natural gas grills include a 10-ft flexible hose. Weber® cookbook included. Limited warranty.
Feature
- 3-burner natural gas grill; 42,000 Btu's; 637 inches total cooking area
- 507 square inches cooking area; 130 square inches warming rack
- Fully enclosed stainless steel cart; 7mm stainless steel grates.
- 12,000 BTU input flush-mount side burner
- 2 heavy-duty front locking casters and 2 heavy-duty back swivel casters
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CustomerReviews
Excellent Grill!!!
About 3 years ago I purchased a Sure Heat propane grill from Costco with all the bells and whistles for $399.00. It seemed like a steal and initially worked well. I then purchased the upgrade kit for natural gas to rid myself of tank filling...I grill alot. Long story short, the guts of the Sure Heat Tuscony (burners and flavor bars as well as connectors) rusted away. Parts would be $300+...but I couldn't buy them to replace...Sure Heat didn't have any! Good old Costco...unhappy with my purchase after 3 years...they gave me a full refund and I dropped off the hunk of junk BBQ.
After much homework...I settled on the Weber Genesis S-320 at twice the cost. It took me a couple of hours to assemble solo, but I could tell all the parts were quality made and this sucker was going to last. Fired it up and let it burn for a few hours to get a feel for heat/temperature control (while some choice lamb chops were marinating :)) A joy to cook on. I like to saute onions and peppers without stinking up the house so for me the 320 w/ side burner was the way to go. The stainless is a looker too!
The no sales tax and free delivery (200 lbs.) was a big plus...here in California the Governator shakes us down for another 9.25% when they can. Had delivery in 5 days. Amazon rocks!
fatal flaw
I have always been a Weber grill fan whether it be propane or charcoal. Had to replace my previous one after about 15 years of great service and bought a Genesis. No issues with the way it cooks = however, an extremely annoying problem emerged after it was exposed to rain a few times - water somehow drains into the drip pan which eventually overflows inside the cabinet and ultimately onto the patio carrying all the grease with it. Would not buy another because of this problem. Also, the igniter is pretty flimsy, wore out very quickly and had to be replaced within 6 months.
Had to switch from charcoal to gas
I recently moved and my new place doesn't allow charcoal grills. My old neighbor had a Weber spirit and the smoke and smells coming off rivaled my charcoal grill (well pretty close). So when I was forced to abandon my charcoal grill, I of course 1st considered Weber. I wasn't disappointed. After building up a little grease base on the flavor bars the amount flavor produced is excellent. Not having to go through the mess and wait of charcoal and having a unit that comes up to 500+ degrees in minutes has me grilling more. I put the grill together by myself in about 1 1/2 hours. The instructions are pure Ikea in nature and a few explanations would have been very helpful. Putting a fairly nondescript picture with a warning triangle (triangle with an explanation point inside) was confusing and had me scratching my had and wondering WTF is that suppose to mean? I only made one mistake and fortunately I didn't have to disassemble anything to correct it. I know the rule of thumb (or hand) is anything thinner than the side of your hand cook with the lid up, anything thicker, cook with the lid down. I've found that I get the best results (smoke, char, flavor...etc) if I always cook with the lid down. The grill was expensive but I figure it will last me quite a long time. The price from Amazon so much cheaper than anything I could find locally (Lowes, Home Depot, the local BBQ Store) that I got the grill, the cover and the LED light for less that what they wanted just for the grill alone.
Outdoor Gas Grill
I shopped for a grill after having at least four in the same location, outside my back door. Years ago I ran a natural gas line from my house and it has saved thousands of dollars in filling gas tanks. But, most beneficial of all, I don't run out or have to change them at awkward times. I have had smaller and cheaper grills in the past. They have worked well for we are not gourmet people. At times, we have cooked turkeys to save heat in the kitchen and have had great polish sausage snached while cooling by our German Shepherd. Being outside the door we cook all year long. Being in my seventies, I wanted this to be my last instllation. I looked into the Weber and paid more than twice as much as my past units. I read every internet review I could find, and delayed as much as possible. However, I was being pressured in June to have this done by July 4th. I can say that Amazon provided the best price. There were cheaper options but when you added their shipping and handling they were more. The internet was the easiest way to find outlets and make comparisons. When I got down to actually ordering I was put in contact with Weber. The person I talked to was knowledgeable, practical and not afraid to agree or disagree with what I planned. [I hate the current climate of do it my way or no way.] I must be honest in that, now being October, I honestly do not know who I bought it from but do remember a pleasant experience with Weber. The unit was delivered as promised by a local company. They were about 4 hours late but, it was the same day. The guy rolled it into my yard which was of some concern but, the unit was well packed and arrived safely. Since time was so short I read the instructions. Moving things about it took a leisurely four hours to assemble. It started right up and we were prepared for about 25 on the 4th. The unit has worked well. I am satisfied with the added size, the total stainless steel construction and heavy overal construction. I feel the burners will last. [That is what corroded in the old ones.] Quite frankly, so far, we are well pleased. I might have been smarter to buy a unit like this in the past. However, I don't think they were as available and my cash flow was tighter. If you have a need or can spend a little more for something better ... this is something better.
Great Grill, but they let out a cookbook!
This is an excellent grill with simple assembly instructions. I was very surprised to discover that Weber does not include one of their grill cookbooks with this unit. Anyone spending over $900 for a grill should at least receive one of weber's many cookbooks with their purchase!
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