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Meals began and ended around a fire. Over time, cooking 
progressed from a simple skewer to a spit to early ovens. These 
earthenware cooking vessels channeled and controlled the 
fire’s heat for better flavor. Slowly, the rudimentary cooking 
vessels evolved around the world, becoming the tandoor oven in 
India and the charcoal-fueled mushikamado in Japan.

After the Second World War, American soldiers discovered 
the superior, wood-fired flavor of the kamado and brought the 
grill home to the States. Since then, the kamado grill has been 
refined as a versatile ceramic cooker that continues to impress 
with the incredible flavor and textures it produces. From rich, 
smoked meat falling apart at the bone to crispy pizzas to juicy, 
caramelized steaks seared over a hot flame—meals prepared in 
the kamado taste elemental and true.

Our ancestors understood what we often forget: that time is 
the best ingredient. Thousands of years ago, people gathered 
around the kamado while their food cooked; today, despite our 
sprawling kitchens and double ovens and induction stoves, 
the kamado is still bringing people together around the fire. 
More than a way of cooking, kamado is a way of connecting. 
Connecting with the elements. With our hands, with our food. 
With the people we love. It’s not fast food. Like any art, it takes 
time. And the result is a meal that rewards us with unmatched 
flavor—and the satisfaction of time well spent.

The Art of Kamado

FIRE TAMED THE WORLD—BECAUSE 
WITHOUT FIRE, THERE IS NO COOKING

Summary of Contents for CLASSIC III KJ15040721

Page 1: ...A GUIDE TO KAMADO COOKING KAMADO JOE CLASSIC III OWNER S MANUAL Additional manual language translations available at kamadojoe com...

Page 2: ...mentals of Smoke The Fundamentals of Distance The Fundamentals of Surfaces The Technique of Grilling The Technique of Searing The Technique of Baking The Technique of Roasting The Technique of Smoking...

Page 3: ...nd cooking innovation the result was Kamado Joe Our grills are the best kamado style cookers in the world and beyond that one of the best ways you can cook With six kids in my family I spend a lot of...

Page 4: ...g and using the appliance Keep this manual for future reference Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire explosion or burn hazard which could cause property damage personal injury or...

Page 5: ...g houses tents caravans motor homes boats Danger of carbon monoxide poisoning fatality Always use grill in accordance with all applicable local state and federal fire codes Before each use check all n...

Page 6: ...rill on tables or counters Do NOT move grill across uneven surfaces Do not use grill on wooden or flammable surfaces Keep grill clear and free from combustible materials such as gasoline and other fla...

Page 7: ...flame Do NOT lean over grill when lighting Loose hair and clothing may catch fire DO NOT obstruct flow of combustion and ventilation Do not cover cooking racks with metal foil This will trap heat and...

Page 8: ...IPPER 1 KJ GG 8 ACCESSORY RACK 1 KJ XR 9 HALVED COOKING GRATES 2 KJ HCG 10 DIVIDE CONQUER FLEXIBLE COOKING SYSTEM 1 KJ FCR 11 SL ROLLER HYPERBOLIC CHAMBER 1 KJ HBI 12 STAINLESS STEEL CHARCOAL BASKET 1...

Page 9: ...it aside Due to the weight of this grill we highly recommend two people perform this task Do NOT lift the grill by the side shelf tabs Use the bottom face and the front lower vent opening as lifting p...

Page 10: ...handle 1 Open the dome and place the Slide Out Ash Drawer in the bottom of the grill so handle aligns with lower vent opening Internal Assembly A key innovation to the internal architecture of your Ka...

Page 11: ...5 Set the Stainless Steel Charcoal Basket on top of the base 6 Place the Divide Conquer on top of the Stainless Steel Ring Note the flexible cooking system rack should fit on the indents of the ring...

Page 12: ...duces From rich smoked meat falling apart at the bone to crispy pizzas to juicy caramelized steaks seared over a hot flame meals prepared in the kamado taste elemental and true Our ancestors understoo...

Page 13: ...foundation Learn how to master the elements and control your grill and you ll be on your way to incredible flavor Knowing these few quintessential methods will expand your grilling possibilities They...

Page 14: ...firebox until the mound reaches the fire ring Maximum charcoal amount for the Classic III is 6lb 2 7 kg If you re aiming for high temperatures you can arrange your charcoal mound for maximum air flow...

Page 15: ...ll the way open until you are 50 F 10 C away from your target temp Then begin closing the top vent down wait a minute or two and make necessary adjustments by closing or opening the top vent more GIVE...

Page 16: ...king in your kamado is remembering that less is more There s no need to load up your firebox with smoking wood it only takes a few chunks to impart flavor You don t need to see smoke coming from the g...

Page 17: ...es only suggestions Every decision you make from the type of wood to the spice rub to the length of smoking time is driven by your palate and preferences Different types of wood produce different arom...

Page 18: ...pply for your kamado too THERE ARE THREE WAYS TO COOK OVER A FIRE Typically when you re looking for good color and char you ll cook your food close to direct heat A grill rack installed in the high po...

Page 19: ...oduce the ideal indirect heat for baking smoking and roasting Using both heat deflectors effectively converts your kamado from a grill to a charcoal fired oven meaning that anything you cook in an ind...

Page 20: ...ing the right heat transfer from flame to surface to food is the key to achieving a perfect finish no matter what you re cooking The beauty of cooking over flame is that it s not complicated You re we...

Page 21: ...ramelization 3 Laser Cut Stainless Steel Designed for even heat distribution and made double thick for durability this smooth stainless steel surface protects fragile proteins like fish from falling a...

Page 22: ...nd top vent fully until the Kamado Joe reaches target temperature for grilling 400 600 F 205 315 C Then close the top vent halfway to maintain making adjustments if necessary 4 Be sure to burp the gri...

Page 23: ...edients in a small bowl and set aside 3 In a mixing bowl combine the ground beef with the barbecue and beer sauce and mix completely Divide the mixture into four equal parts and press into hamburger p...

Page 24: ...s to help your grill heat as quickly as possible Install one or two half moon grates in the lower position closest to the coals Leave the dome open for about 10 minutes and close once embers have begu...

Page 25: ...rate in the elevated position above the heat deflector Allow the grill to reach 500 F 260 C 2 While the grill is preheating combine the dry rub ingredients mix well and set aside 3 Melt the clarified...

Page 26: ...ht the charcoal Install the heat deflector plates then place the pizza stone or cooking grate on top Leave the dome open for about 10 minutes then close 2 Open the bottom vent and top vent halfway unt...

Page 27: ...to coat Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let sit in a warm place for 60 90 minutes until the dough has doubled in size 3 Meanwhile light and preheat your Kamado Joe grill to 500 F 260 C with the...

Page 28: ...crust or finish And if you want to experiment with brines or spice rubs roasting is a great way to show them off 1 Top off or fill the firebox with charcoal Light the charcoal 2 Install the heat defl...

Page 29: ...oil 2 Combine the salt pepper thyme and cumin and coat the outside of the chicken liberally 3 Place the chicken on the grill breast side down and cook for 1 to 1 hours until the temperature in the th...

Page 30: ...eflectors are removed from the D C system then place the system on top of the SloRoller base 5 Light your fire 6 Place the middle section of the SloRoller on top of base followed by top plate 7 Open t...

Page 31: ...gredients and apply liberally to all sides of the meat Allow to sit on the counter at room temperature while the grill preheats 3 Place the meat in the center of the grill Allow to cook until the inte...

Page 32: ...see Inset 1 4 To make the dome easier to raise hold the 7mm wrench stationary and rotate the 9 16 inch wrench clockwise as shown Remove the wrenches and check the dome action for every full rotation...

Page 33: ...EN END WRENCH OR 7MM 9 32 INCH SOCKET WRENCH DEPENDING ON THE MODEL AND 9 16 INCH OPEN END WRENCH OR 14MM OPEN END WRENCH MAY WORK Inset 1 Nut under connector Flats on screw Adjustment nut on spring r...

Page 34: ...point grasp the hinge near the mounting point and or bands not the bottom GASKET Self cleaning through natural heat cycle recommended Do not use chemical based cleaners on the gasket If absolutely nec...

Page 35: ...nge as a lifting point grasp the hinge near the mounting point and or bands not the bottom Only minor adjustments to the weight of the dome should be made per the instructions on page 32 33 GASKET Sel...

Page 36: ...anted residue from the inside of your grill Before cooking again brush the cooking grate with a standard grill brush Use a soft bristle brush on the ceramics to remove any residue Your heat deflector...

Page 37: ...l and workmanship for a period of three years 1 Year Warranty on Thermometer and Gaskets Kamado Joe warrants that the thermometer and gaskets used in this Kamado Joe grill are free of defects in mater...

Page 38: ...y implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose is expressly limited to the duration of the warranty period for the applicable component Some states do not allow limitations...

Page 39: ...erature by opening the vents Adjustments to the vents are not immediate allow 10 15 minutes for a vent change to take effect Because your ceramic Kamado Joe retains heat so well it can take some time...

Page 40: ...LIQUIDS Do not spill liquids inside or on the grill while it is hot SIDE SHELVES Do not set hot items on the side shelves SPARKS Be aware of sparks and embers when using the grill on a wooden deck DU...

Page 41: ...ways here to help YOU CAN REACH US A FEW WAYS ONLINE AT KAMADOJOE COM BY PHONE U S 877 215 6299 UK 44 20 8036 3201 EU 0031 4 7799920 BY EMAIL U S CONTACT KAMADOJOE COM UK SERVICE UK KAMADOJOE COM EU S...

Page 42: ...wing off If you want to learn the basics or study up on your technique our Kamado Joe YouTube channel is the best place to start If you want to debate the finer points of smoking woods you ll certainl...

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