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HOPPER PRIMING PROCEDURE
These instructions should be followed the first time the grill is ignited, and each time the grill runs out of pellets in the hopper:
1. Remove all cooking components from the interior of the grill.
2. Open the hopper lid. Make sure there are no foreign objects in the auger or hopper.
3. Plug the power cord into a power source.
4. Press the
Power Button
to turn the unit on. This will begin the start-up cycle, with a default temperature of 177°C /
350°F. Check the following items to ensure the feed system is working properly:
• That the auger is turning.
Do not place fingers or objects in the auger tube. This can cause injury.
• Place your hand above the fire pot and feel for air movement.
Do not place your hand or fingers inside the fire pot.
This can cause injury.
• After approximately a minute, you should smell the igniter burn-off and begin to feel the air getting warmer.
Do not
touch the igniter. This item gets extremely hot and will burn. The igniter tip does not glow red when hot.
5. Press and hold the
Power Button
to turn the unit off.
6. Fill the hopper with all natural barbecue wood pellets.
7. Press the
Power Button
to turn the unit on. Wait approximately 10-15 minutes for pellets to start dropping into the
fire pot from the auger tube. Once pellets begin to drop, press and hold the
Power Button
to turn the unit off.
8.
To avoid injury, wait until the grill cools. Re-install the cooking components into grill. The grill is now ready for use.
FIRST USE – GRILL BURN-OFF
Once your hopper has been primed and before cooking on your grill for the first time, it is important to complete a grill burn-off.
Start the grill and operate at high heat (over 233°C / 451°F) with the lid down for 30 to 40 minutes to burn-off the grill and rid it
of any foreign matter.
PREHEATING
It is important to allow your grill to preheat before every cook session. This allows the grill and cooking grids to heat up quicker,
kill off bacteria and other pathogens leftover from past grill sessions, and the grill is then able to maintain its cooking temperature
once your food is placed in the cooking area.
Preheat with the lid closed.
IMPORTANT: The outside ambient temperature, weather conditions, and quality of wood pellets will all affect your cooking
temperature. Observe the time it takes to reach your desired temperature, and adjust your cooking time as needed.
AUTOMATIC START-UP PROCEDURE
1. Ensure there is no obstruction in the burn pot for proper ignition. Open the hopper lid. Ensure there are no foreign objects
in the hopper or auger feed system. Fill hopper with dry, barbecue hardwood pellets.
2. Plug the power cord into a grounded power source.
3. Open the barrel lid.
The lid must remain open during the start-up cycle.
4. Press the
Power Button
to turn the unit on. This will activate the start-up cycle at a default temperature of 177°C / 350°F,
lighting the fire in the burn pot. Listen for the auger feed system begin to turn, and the fan will supply air to the fire
pot. The grill will produce smoke while the start-up cycle is taking place. The pellets will have ignited once the smoke has
cleared. To confirm the start-up cycle has begun properly, listen for a torchy roar, and notice some heat being produced.
5. Allow your grill to preheat for approximately 15 to 20 minutes. Close the lid.
6. After preheating is complete, you are ready to enjoy your grill at your desired temperature!
