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Direct and Indirect Grilling

Direct Grilling -

 For most grilling, the ignited coals are spread in a single layer under the food. This 

is called direct grilling and is appropriate for relatively quick-cooking items such as hamburgers, 
steaks and most seafood. The single layer of coals emits even, steady heat, whether the grill lid is 
open or closed, and represents the way most people grill. For more control, pile some of the coals 
on one side of the grill where they will emit intense heat. You can move the food around on the grill, 
setting it over the very hot coals when you want to sear it or when a thick piece needs to cook a 
little more quickly. You can also use the adjustable charcoal grate and dampers to control the 
temperature in your grill.

Indirect Grilling - 

For items that take longer to cook, you will want to use indirect grilling. This 

method is for long, slow cooking in a covered grill. For indirect cooking, the coals are piled two or 
three coals deep on one side of the grill, or divided and piled on two sides. This leaves an empty 
space next to the coals or between them. Food cooked over indirect heat is often started over 
direct heat and then moved to the cooler (empty) part of the grill for even, slow cooking. To make 
the heat as even as possible, construct two piles of coals. It is common to place a metal drip pan in 
the empty space beside or between the coals, which is filled with water, wine, beer, broth, or a 
combination. Place the food directly over the drip pan. This injects a little extra moisture into the 
cooking environment and also catches dripping juices, which makes clean-up a little easier and 
reduces the possibility of flare-ups. (Remember to keep a spray bottle filled with water on hand to 
extinguish any flare-ups.) Once you get used to the indirect method, you may prefer to use it for 
more grilling tasks. Although it may take a little longer, it is an excellent cooking method and a sure 
way to prevent the food from burning and to promote even cooking.

Grilling with Wood Chips/Wood Chunks

For a more robust smoke flavor while using charcoal briquettes or lump charcoal, try adding wood 
chips or several wood chunks to the fire. Wood chunks are available in a variety of natural flavors, 
and can be used alone or in addition to charcoal. As a general rule, any hardwood that bears a fruit 
or nut is suitable for cooking. However, different woods have very different tastes. Experiment with 
different woods to determine your personal favorite, and always use well-seasoned wood. Green or 
fresh-cut wood can turn food black, and tastes bitter.

Our Recommendations:

Chicken

 - Alder, Apple, Hickory, Mesquite, Sassafras, Grapevines

Beef

 - Hickory, Mesquite, Oak, Grapevines

Pork

 - Fruitwoods, Hickory, Oak, Sassafras

Lamb

 - Fruitwoods, Mesquite

Veal

 - Fruitwoods, Grapevines

Seafood

 - Alder, Mesquite, Sassafras, Grapevines

Vegetables

 – Mesquite

USDA Recommended

Internal Cooking Temperatures

Ground Meat

Beef, Pork, Veal, Lamb......................................160°F
Turkey, Chicken.................................................165°F

Fresh Beef, Veal, Lamb

Medium Rare.......................................................145°F
Medium................................................................160°F
Well Done............................................................170°F

Poultry

Chicken & Turkey, whole.....................................165°F

Poultry Parts.......................................................165°F

Duck & Goose....................................................165°F

Fresh Pork

Medium..............................................................160°F
Well Done..........................................................170°F

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Page 2: ... products produced when using this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm 2 This product contains chemicals including lead and lead compounds known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash your hands after handling this product WARNING All surfaces can be hot during use Use...

Page 3: ...commended however wood or a combination of both may be used as the fuel source for grilling with the fuel source placed and ignited on the ash pan Do not build too large of a fire We recommend starting a fire with no more than 1 pound of charcoal approximately 15 briquettes and adding more as needed during cooking After allowing the fire to burn down place the cooking grate on the unit Failure to ...

Page 4: ...hot or warm coals as flashbacks may occur causing injury 5 You are ready to begin cooking when the pile of briquettes ashes over and produces a red glow approximately 12 15 minutes 6 Depending on your cooking method either leave the briquettes in a pile or spread evenly across the charcoal grate using a long handled poker Always use caution when handling hot coals to prevent injury Know When Your ...

Page 5: ...er the drip pan This injects a little extra moisture into the cooking environment and also catches dripping juices which makes clean up a little easier and reduces the possibility of flare ups Remember to keep a spray bottle filled with water on hand to extinguish any flare ups Once you get used to the indirect method you may prefer to use it for more grilling tasks Although it may take a little l...

Page 6: ...ailure or damage resulting from acts of God improper care and maintenance grease fire accident alteration replacement of parts by anyone other than Manufacturer misuse transportation commercial use abuse hostile environments inclement weather acts of nature animal tampering improper installation or installation not in accordance with local codes or printed manufacturer instructions THIS LIMITED WA...

Page 7: ...RONT E 1 TEMPERATURE GAUGE P 2 UPPER LEG SUPPORT F 1 FIREBOX Q 2 SIDE BRACE CART G 1 GREASE TRAY R 1 RIGHT LEG FRONT H 2 GREASE TRAY BRACKET S 2 LEFT LEG I 1 CHARCOAL GRATE T 1 BOTTOM SHELF J 2 CHARCOAL GRATE HANGER U 1 AXLE ROD K 2 COOKING GRATE V 2 WHEEL W 1 RIGHT LEG REAR 1 HARDWARE PACK 1 ASSEMBLY GUIDE ENGLISH 1 ASSEMBLY GUIDE FRENCH NOT Pictured A B E C D F G H H I J J K K L L M N O P Q Q P ...

Page 8: ...sembly To begin assembly locate the four leg tubes The Right Front Leg Tube and Right Rear Leg Tube will have an RF and RR sticker on them Insert the Bottom Shelf wireform tabs into each leg as shown in Figure A Stand the assembly up as shown below Attach Cart Side Braces to the outside of the leg assemblies using 4 each 1 4 20x3 4 screws per side Insert Bottom Shelf wireform into each leg Figure ...

Page 9: ...le Rod through both RH leg Tubes Install the remaining Wheel Axle Washer and Cotter Pin Attach the Upper Leg Supports to the cart assembly by slipping the ends of the tubes into the ends of the legs Secure the Upper Leg Supports with 4 each 1 4 20x3 4 Machine Screws 1 4 20x3 4 Machine screw Qty 4 Upper Leg Support 1 4 20x3 4 Machine Screw Axle Washer Wheel Cotter Pin Axle Rod Cotter Pin Axle Washe...

Page 10: ...4 20 Flange nuts Tighten securely Page 10 1 4 20 Flange Nut Qty 4 1 4 20x1 3 4 Machine Screw Qty 4 1 4 20x3 4 Machine screw Qty 4 Install the Grease Tray Brackets onto the bottom of the firebox using 2 1 4 20x3 4 Machine Screws per bracket Once the Grease Tray Brackets are installed slide the Grease Tray onto the Grease Tray Brackets Grease Tray Shown Installed Grease Tray Bracket 1 4 20x3 4 Machi...

Page 11: ...ce the Damper Wheel onto the screw from inside the firebox making sure the tab sticks out through the damper holes Install the reversible Lock Nut onto the screw Do not over tighten the nut The Damper Wheel must be able to rotate freely 1 4 20x1 Machine Screw 1 4 20x1 Machine Screw Qty 4 Side Shelf 1 4 20x3 4 Machine Screw Reversible Lock nut Damper Wheel 1 4 20 Reversible Lock Nut Qty 1 1 4 20x3 ...

Page 12: ...hen insert the shaft of the gauge into the lid and reinstall the wingnut from inside the Grill Lid Assemble the Lid Handle to the Grill Lid by inserting 2 each 1 4 20x3 4 Machine Screw through the handle and then through the lid secure with 2 each 1 4 20 Flange Nuts from inside the Grill Lid 1 4 20 Flange Nut Qty 2 1 4 20x3 4 Machine screw Damper Wheel 1 4 20 Reversible Lock Nut 1 4 20x3 4 Machine...

Page 13: ...n the hanger tabs on the firebox Place the Cooking Grates into the Firebox Your grill is now completely assembled Please refer to page 3 for instructions on how to prepare and season your grill prior to cooking THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A CHAR BROIL GRILL Charcoal Grate Hanger Cooking Grates Charcoal Grate Tabs ...

Page 14: ...ST Page 14 1 4 20 Reversible Lock Nut Qty 2 1 4 20 Flange Nut Qty 6 1 4 20x1 3 4 Machine Screw Qty 4 1 4 20x1 Machine Screw Qty 4 Axle Washer Qty 2 1 4 20x3 4 Machine screw Qty 20 Cotter Pin Qty 4 Hinge Pin Qty 2 ...

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