Is there that much difference using the sear station vs. not using it. Both using direct heat on high with the lid closed ?

The sear station raises the temperature about 200 degrees sealing in the juices. I cook 2 minutes on each side and move off of the high temperature for 5 minutes on a side for medium rare delicious steak in 14 minutes. A much better flavor than without the sear station

What size female connector do I need to accept this grill's male gas line? Also, what size NG supply line do y'all have running to it?

You need a standard 1/2" natural gas line AND a quick connecter (NOT INCLUDED). This isn't obvious, so I hope the professional installer brings the right parts !! I have to hunt down the manual on the Weber web site, and it doesn't say what parts to buy. It only suggests you get a professional (? What, a plumber ?) to install the gas valve connector. This is very strange, because Weber is a premium brand and makes excellent grills. Weber shows the connector on pages 7-8. Look here for the manual (English and Spanish): https://weber.mizecx.com/retrieve/s3/knowledge/WEBER_LG/90925/90925.pdf?X-Amz-Algorithm=AWS4-HMAC-SHA256&X-Amz-Date=20200101T153248Z&X-Amz-SignedHeaders=host&X-Amz-Expires=3599&X-Amz-Credential=AKIAUA2JDF35TDNNDYWX%2F20200101%2Fus-east-1%2Fs3%2Faws4_request&X-Amz-Signature=fa25e9ee5bbe391b8fb21d19c14147590e8e078df9fd16b6a293125d6ef1fe66 I would post the diagrams, but there isn't any way to do it. I bought a 1/2" Natural Gas Quick Disconnector for $25 (Should have been included with the Grill) See: 1/2" QDD LP Gas Quick Connect/Disconnect Connector & Male Insert Plug [8630 3308] Solid Brass 1/2 PSIG Pressure Input 1/2 Ins & 1/2" Male NPT x 1/2 inch Natural Gas Propane Fitting Connector

dpes the grill ovme with a 10-year warranty like Home Depot offers?

Hello, this model does come with a full 10 year warranty on all components. The warranty is a manufacturers warranty, and is honored directly through Weber, not the retailer. Thanks.

Color	Stainless Steel
Size	580-Square Inch
Style	Liquid Propane
fuel-type	Gas
Height	31 inches
Length	52 inches
Weight	245 Pounds
Width	39 inches
Material Type	stainless steel
Power Source	Propane
Wattage	66 watts
Included Components	Grill
Batteries Included?	No
Brand	Weber
Department	Appliances
Manufacturer	Weber
Item model number	7170001
Product Dimensions	98.04 x 77.47 x 77.47 cm; 9.07 kg
ASIN	B002BCSX0Y

Weber Summit 7170001 S-470 Stainless-Steel 580-Square-Inch 48,800-BTU Liquid-Propane Gas Grill

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