Abstract: An indoor-outdoor gas infrared heater having one or more heat level settings. The heater includes a burner having ceramic plaques with a plurality of perforations and raised surfaces tapering into an apex between the perforations and an operating system having a control module electrically connected to a control valve, a power source and an activator for triggering the heater. The control valve has multiple pathways with each pathway supplying gas to the burner at a flow rate for a designated heat level setting. The heater has compartments for protecting the components from the heat coming from the burner.

Abstract: A grill having a top wall design incorporating a heat source that efficiently radiates heat towards the cooking cavity but allows the escape of flue gases and hot air towards the rear of the grill to protect the user. The grill has an access to the interior of the cooking cavity. In certain embodiments, a seating mechanism resides in the cooking cavity for accommodating a rack upon which food is placed and enabling the rack to reside on various levels. A rotisserie may be substituted for the rack. A control cavity in another embodiment may be used to house control mechanisms and electrical components sensitive to heat.

Abstract: A grill having a top wall design incorporating a heat source that efficiently radiates heat towards the cooking cavity but allows the escape of flue gases and hot air towards the rear of the grill to protect the user. The cooking cavity contains a door for access to the interior of the cavity. A window, preferably a slidable removable window, may be situated on the door or a stationary wall of the grill for viewing the cooked items. In certain embodiments, a seating mechanism resides in the cooking cavity for accommodating a rack upon which food is placed and enabling the rack to reside on various levels A rotisserie may be substituted for the rack. A control cavity in another embodiment may be used to house control mechanisms and electrical components sensitive to heat.

Abstract: A novel grill with a heat source mounted above the cooking rack and a cooking cavity for the retention of heat and for protection from the user. The cooking cavity contains a door for access to the interior of the cavity. A window may be situated on the door or a side wall for viewing the cooked items. In certain embodiments, a seating mechanism resides in the cooking cavity for accommodating a rack upon which food is placed and enabling the rack to reside on various levels. In another embodiment, the top wall of the burner is angled to maintain intense heat within the burner and away from the user. A control cavity in another embodiment may be used to house control mechanisms, such as batteries to power the igniter and a valve to control the gas pressure.