Introducing The New Infra-red Grills By TEC. Thermal Engineering Corporation The Infra-Red Experts, Since 1961 Post Office Box 868 Columbia, South Carolina 29202-0868 803 783-0750 Toll Free: 800 331-0097 FAX: 888 581-0286 Email: info@tecinfrared.com www.tecinfrared.com 2006 Thermal Engineering Corporation U.S. Patent Numbers: 6,114,666 and 4,886,044 and 4,321,857. Other patents pending.
TEC Grills From Thermal Engineering Corporation We have only one level of quality: The Best There Is. You ll find TEC Commercial Grills in some of the world s finest restaurants. Now you can create that great restaurant taste at home. Great Restaurant Taste! TEC s Searmaster II, one of our commercial grills, is found in some of the world s finest restaurants. This grill was awarded the prestigious Kitchen Innovations 2006 Award presented by the National Restaurant Association, Hotel-Motel Show. Our consumer grills feature the very same cooking system employed in our Searmaster II. A History Of Innovation. TEC invented the first gas-fired infra-red burner in this country in the early 1960 s. TEC then invented the infra-red gas grill. In 1980, we introduced the first stainless steel gas grill and the first with a concealed fuel tank. Our flavorenhancing channeled cooking grid system followed. Then, we developed the first portable infra-red gas grill and the first electric infra-red portable. Five years ago we developed our patented, award-winning glass infra-red cooking system. On the following pages you ll see that our committment for innovation continues with a new, patent pending all stainless steel burner, and a virtually flare-proof cooking system. Again, TEC is raising the bar and redefining outdoor grilling: preparing great tasting food in the comfort of your own home. TEC Builds The Most Efficient, Durable, Technologically-Advanced Grills Available Today. Chefs in fine restaurants are particular. For them, a grill is their livelihood. It has to be good at everything. It better be efficient. It better be durable. It better be easy to clean. And, most of all, it better deliver a great taste. Among their favorites is the TEC Searmaster II, one of our best-selling commercial grills. In fact, Searmaster II was awarded the prestigious Kitchen Innovations 2006 Award presented by the National Restaurant Association, Hotel-Motel Show. And since our consumer grills share the very same burner and cooking system found in the Searmaster II, you can be confident that your purchase of a TEC grill will deliver the durability, convenience and most of all, the great restaurant taste you want. For TEC, Quality Runs More Than Skin Deep. TEC grills are constructed using the highest quality parts and materials. We start with 14 and 18-gauge 304 stainless steel. These grills are not light. But then, they don t rust or dent easily either. And heat does not deform them like inexpensive imitations. From the burner control knobs to the casters beneath, there are no shortcuts, no compromises. Sure, these handsome grills will impress your neighbors, but there is a lot more to a TEC grill than just its pretty stainless steel skin. With a TEC you are buying the best technology, the best design, the best quality, the best taste, the BEST there is. Sterling FR And Sterling G-Series FR. Two Great Grills In A Variety of Two, Three, And Four-Burner Models. You want two burners on a bolt-down post, an in-ground post, a pedestal or a cabinet? We ve got them. You want a four-burner build-in model that will fit into cabinets designed by your architect? We ve got it. You want a threeburner model with cabinets and drawers already in place? You want a rotisserie, a wok and a deep fryer/steamer? Yes, we have those too. With more than 25 years of experience, we understand what luxury grill buyers are looking for. More importantly, we understand what they are going to be looking for in the future. And we are delivering it today. 1
Introducing the New TEC Infra-red Cooking System. It s already winning awards. Flare Resistant. Easy to use. Easy to clean. Outdoor cooking has never been simpler, or more flavorful. TEC s Revolutionary New, Flare-Resistant Infra-Red Cooking System. 1. Specially configured stainless steel burner radiates infra-red energy evenly and does not fail like wire mesh infra-red burners. 2. Radiant emitter panel transfers infra-red energy evenly into the cooking surface while shielding foods from moisture-robbing hot, dry air. 3. Stainless cooking grid placed directly on radiant panel prevents air flow needed for flare-ups and vaporizes drippings into flavorenhancing smoke, imparting outstanding charbroiled taste. The stainless steel interior of the new TEC Sterling III FR. Easy-to-clean cooking grids and radiant glass emitter panels. Left, right and rear inner trim panels are removable for easy cleaning. Removable warming rack. TEC is proud to introduce a new, breakthrough line of grills so innovative it won Hearth & Home Magazine s 2005 Vesta Awards for both Best New Gas Barbecue And Best In Show for New Outdoor Room Products! We believe these are the best-performing grills ever invented and we should know. After all, we invented and patented the original infra-red gas grill with ceramic burners in the early 1980 s. Since then, TEC has pioneered an entirely new category of ultraquality gas grills designed with infra-red burners enabling consumers to cook foods at home with the outstanding charbroiled taste, moistness and tenderness once available only at upscale restaurants. While our original ceramic infra-red system represented a great advancement compared to other gas grills, TEC s new infra-red system improves upon it substantially and is, by far, the most advanced in history. TEC s Revolutionary New, Ultra-tough Infra-red Burner The innovation begins with the patent-pending burner system you see above. Specifically constructed from stainless steel, TEC s new burner is the first ever developed to operate using 100% primary air. Other grills require secondary air for combustion, which causes flare-ups while cooking and shrinkage as food moisture evaporates. Unlike its ceramic predecessors, this new stainless steel burner is not susceptible to impact breakage or water damage--in fact, it s nearly indestructible. The TEC Taste A Virtually Flare-Proof, Flavor-Enhancing Approach TEC s patented breakthrough technology employs 100% infra-red energy grilling that is unique to TEC. Other grills, including other infra-red systems, cook with at least 50% hot air. And circulating hot air dries out food, robbing it of natural juices. TEC s new infra-red grilling system, on the other hand, cooks with 100% infra-red energy, so food remains tender, juicy and flavorful. In addition, the radiant emitter panels below the cooking grids vaporize food drippings into smoke, maximizing the delicious outdoor-grilled flavor while minimizing flare-up. TEC s Remarkable Range of Cooking Intensity TEC s new grills heat up quickly ready to be used within seven minutes after lighting when the hood is closed. They have a remarkable range of cooking intensity. On higher fire settings the new TEC s cook with greater intensity and speed than other infa-red grills. Because the cooking grids reach temperatures up to 200 0 higher than other grills, food sears more rapidly and seldom sticks to the grill s cooking surface. However, on low fire, the new TEC s cook dramatically cooler than traditional infra-red grills, allowing food to be slow roasted as well as seared. And since they use infra-red energy rather than hot air, freezing temperatures have no effect on these grills. The unique design of these grills also allows for conventional cooking eliminating the need for a sideburner. Place your pot on top of the cooking grids or remove the grids and cook directly on the radiant emitter panels. TEC's Easy-to-Clean Design The new TEC s are very easy to clean, primarily because all the drippings from food are vaporized during grilling, creating a light residue of ash that settles on the radiant emitter panels. These panels are most easily cleaned by scraping them with a spatula. Similarly, the stainless steel cooking grids can be maintained with a simple burn-off and stainless steel or brass brush cleaning. Warming racks and trim panels within the interior of the grill are removable to allow grill owners convenient access. 2 3
T HE N EW TEC S TERLING FR. Traditional looks with TEC s advanced, flare-resistant cooking system. T HE N EW TEC S TERLING FR. Models with two, three, and four burners, and variety of mounting options. Sterling II FR on Pedestal with Two Sideshelves. Sterling III FR Build-in, with Optional Mounting Kit. Sterling II FR on Cabinet with Two Sideshelves. Sterling IV FR on Cabinet with Two Sideshelves. Sterling FR Specifications & Features Heavy duty 304 stainless construction. Two, three or four stainless, non-mesh, infra-red burners with TEC's patented radiant infra-red emitter panel system. 17,000 BTU's/ hr per burner (34,000 to 68,000 total). Configured for Natural or LP fuel, as specified by purchaser. Cooking area (square inches) per cooking zone: Primary cooking surface, 191; Warming rack 65; total 256. Removable stainless inner trim panels for easy cleaning. Easy-to-clean, narrow stainless cooking grids. Most fuel-efficient grill on the market. 4 Angled, double-wall stainless hood. Easy-to-clean, narrow stainless cooking grids. Available accessories: Stainless steel Deep Fryer/Steamer, stainless steel Frying Griddle, Fryer Basket, Wok, Heavy-duty vinyl cover, and Rotisserie kit with 60-pound capacity motor and stainless rod and forks. Woodchips and pellets can be placed directly on glass panels adjacent to or below foods. TEC s stainless Elevation Bracket permits the elevation of the food when desired. Warranty: Parts: Lifetime on outer stainless structure. Five years on burner. One year on other components. Sterling II FR on Bolt-down Post with Two Sideshelves. In-ground post also available. Rotisserie optional. Note: Sideshelves are sold separately. Except for posts and pedestals, options shown are available for two, three and four-burner models. Sterling III FR on Cabinet with Two Sideshelves. 5
T HE N EW TEC S TERLING G-Series FR. The finest outdoor cooking system that you can buy. T HE N EW TEC S TERLING G-Series FR. Models with two, three, and four burners, and integral drawers. Sterling G2000 FR on Cabinet. Sterling G3000 FR on Cabinet.. Sterling G4000 FR on Cabinet with New Integral Drawer Top Design. Sterling G3000 FR Build-in. Sterling G-Series FR Specifications & Features Heavy duty 304 stainless construction. Two, three or four stainless, non-mesh, infra-red burners with TEC's patented radiant infra-red emitter panel system. 17,000 BTU's/ hr per burner (34,000 to 68,000 total). Configured for Natural or LP fuel, as specified by purchaser. Cooking area (square inches) per cooking zone: Primary cooking surface, 191; Warming rack 65; total 256. Removable stainless inner trim panels for easy cleaning. Easy-to-clean, narrow stainless cooking grids. Most fuel-efficient grill on the market. 6 Ultra-quality machined aluminum knobs. Artistic curved, double-wall hood design. Available accessories: Stainless steel Deep Fryer/Steamer, stainless steel Frying Griddle, Fryer Basket, Wok, Heavy-duty vinyl cover, and Rotisserie kit with 60-pound capacity motor and stainless rod and forks. Woodchips and pellets can be placed directly on glass panels adjacent to or below foods. TEC s stainless Elevation Bracket permits the elevation of the food when desired. Warranty: Parts: Lifetime on outer stainless structure. Five years on burner. One year on other components. Note: Options shown are available for two, three and four-burner models. Sterling G3000 FR on Cabinet, with Available Drawer and Door Modules. 7
TEC Accessories: TEC Rotisserie uses a quiet but powerful electric system to continuously rotate food secured by forks for slow roasting over even, direct infra-red energy or using indirect heat. TEC Fryer Basket provides a safe, convenient means of removing the foods and draining oils. TEC Deep Fryer/Steamer Combo allows vegetables, shellfish and other foods to rest on a inner stainless grid for steaming over warmed liquids such as water, beer or seasoned marinades. Remove the inner grid for use as a deep fryer for chicken, french fries, etc. TEC Griddle turns your TEC grill into a stainless pan fryer for breakfast foods, Mexican dishes like fajitas and oriental favorites. Great for preparing vegetables while meats are being grilled. TEC Wok offers the classically oriental method of preparing foods. Infra-red energy heats the wok like very few stove tops can. This high-quality, wooden-handled wok includes an aluminum cover. TEC Woodchip Smoker holds your favorite type of wood and transfers its smoked flavor to foods. TEC Covers are available for every TEC Grill configuration including single or double shelving, free-standing or build-in units. Note: Some accessories may be slightly different than pictured. TEC Accessories More than a grill, slightly less than an entire kitchen. Rotisserie Deep Fryer/Steamer Combo Wok Fryer basket Griddle Woodchip Smoker Full-size Weatherresistant Cover. Build-In covers also available. Warranty Optional Accessories Mounting Features Cooking System Model Sterling FR Series Sterling G-Series FR II III IV 2000 3000 4000 Infra-red Cooking Zones 2 3 4 2 3 4 BTU/Hr 34,000 51,000 68,000 34,000 51,000 68,000 Fuel Natural or LP Natural or LP Natural or LP Natural or LP Natural or LP Natural or LP Cooking Surface (Total sq. inch) 382 573 764 382 573 764 Flare Resistant Infra-red Cooking System Radiant Emitter Panels Stainless Steel Cooking Grids 304 18-gauge Stainless Steel Housing Double-lined 304 14-18-ga. Stainless Hood Stainless Steel Removable Drip Tray Removable Warming Rack Removable Inner Trim Panels Angular-shaped Hood Curved Hood Integral Shelves With Drawers Commercial-grade Plastic Knobs Machined Aluminum Knobs Push-button Battery Ignition In-ground Post Bolt-down Post Stainless Steel Pedestal Stainless Steel Cabinet Door Module Drawer Module Built-in Cooktop Installation Rotisserie Deep Fryer/Steamer Fry Basket Wok Griddle Woodchip Smoker Stainless Steel Elevation Bracket Sideshelves (sold individually) 2 Integral 2 Integral 2 Integral Weather Resistant Cover Stainless Steel Outer Structure Lifetime Lifetime Lifetime Lifetime Lifetime Lifetime Burner Assemblies 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years 5 Years All Other Components 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 9
Specifications For Free-Standing Units Sterling G2000 FR Sterling G3000 FR Sterling II FR On Pedestal Sterling II FR On Cabinet Sterling G4000 FR Installation Notice Sterling III FR On Cabinet Sterling IV FR On Cabinet The installation of your grill must conform to local codes or, in the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. In Canada, the installation must conform to local codes and/or the Natural Gas Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149.1, or Propane Installation code CAN/CGA-B149.2, as applicable. 10 11
Specifications For In-Grounds, Bolt-Downs, Modules & Build-In Units Sterling II FR On In-Ground Post Sterling II FR On Bolt-Down Post Sterling II, Sterling III & Sterling IV FR Build-In Specifications Sterling G2000,G3000 & G4000 FR Build-In Specifications Sterling G2000 FR, G3000 FR, G4000 FR With Drawer And Door Modules Enclosure Doors Installation Notice The installation of your grill must conform to local codes or, in the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. In Canada, the installation must conform to local codes and/or the Natural Gas Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149.1, or Propane Installation code CAN/CGA-B149.2, as applicable. 12 13
Specifications For Free-Standing Units Sterling G2000 FR Sterling G3000 FR Sterling II FR On Pedestal Sterling II FR On Cabinet Sterling G4000 FR Installation Notice Sterling III FR On Cabinet Sterling IV FR On Cabinet The installation of your grill must conform to local codes or, in the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. In Canada, the installation must conform to local codes and/or the Natural Gas Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149.1, or Propane Installation code CAN/CGA-B149.2, as applicable. 10 11
Specifications For In-Grounds, Bolt-Downs, Modules & Build-In Units Sterling II FR On In-Ground Post Sterling II FR On Bolt-Down Post Sterling II, Sterling III & Sterling IV FR Build-In Specifications Sterling G2000,G3000 & G4000 FR Build-In Specifications Sterling G2000 FR, G3000 FR, G4000 FR With Drawer And Door Modules Enclosure Doors Installation Notice The installation of your grill must conform to local codes or, in the absence of local codes, the National Fuel Gas Code ANSI Z223.1/NFPA54. In Canada, the installation must conform to local codes and/or the Natural Gas Installation Code CAN/CGA-B149.1, or Propane Installation code CAN/CGA-B149.2, as applicable. 12 13