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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The temperature dial can be changed at any time to increase or decrease the cooking temperature of the grill. The grill will take an
average of 5 minutes to warm up. See the table below to set temperature in these ranges:
GRILLING
400º F
BAKING
275º - 300º F
SMOKING
180º - 200º F
Cure the Cast Iron Grates by:
1) Clean & Rinse the new cast iron grates with soap and warm water.
2) Dry the grates completely.
3) Apply vegetable oil to a paper towel and rub vigorously into the cast iron. leave a light coating of oil on the surface of the grates.
4) Turn the grill to approx. 200 degrees and put the grates in place.
5) Close the lid and leave the grill grates in place for 2 hours.
6) Turn the grill off, and allow the grates to cool. The grill grates are now seasoned.
Temperature fluctuation may be a result of:
• The outside temperature effects cooking times. If it is hot outside, cooking times will be less. If it is cold, wet or windy, it will take longer
to cook food.
• Temperature will fluctuate if lid is open, the grill is designed to operate with the lid closed and cooking with the lid open will increase
cooking times.
• Check the pellet hopper on occasion for pellet distribution into the bottom of the hopper. The lid gauge may not match the digital
gauge, varying by 5-10 degrees. TIP: use a meat thermometer to get the most accurate heat measurement of the food.
Water pan should always be placed in position when the grill is in use. This allows for even heat distribution. For wet smoking, ensure
the water pan is filled with a liquid of your choice. For a neutral flavor use water.
CONTROL SEQUENCE SHUTDOWN:
The control for this grill comes with an automatic shut down cycle. When finished cooking on
your grill set the Temperature/Dial Knob to the OFF position, this will leave the Fan running for 5 minutes to burn any excess pellets in
the fire pot. After the fan runs for 5 minutes the controller will power off and the fan and it will stop running. CAUTION! The main power
switch will shut the power off to the controller and the Temperature/Dial Knob switch will cut off power to the grill components only.
When servicing the controller or any parts ensure that the power supply is disconnected to avoid a shock hazard.
CARBON MONOIXDE:
WARNING!
Follow these guidelines to prevent this colorless, odorless gas from poisoning you, your family or others.
• Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning: headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness and confusion.
Carbon monoxide reduces the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. Low blood oxygen levels can result in loss of consciousness and death.
• See a doctor if you or others develop cold or flu-like symptoms while cooking or in the vicinity of this Grill. Carbon monoxide poisoning,
which can easily be mistaken for a cold or flu, is often detected too late.
• Alcohol consumption and drug use increase the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning.
CAUTION!
Grease fires are caused by not properly maintaining the Grill by failing to clean your Grease Drain Pan, V-shaped Grease
Drain and Grease Drain Tube on a consistent basis. (See Section for maintenance instructions) In the unlikely event of a grease fire
while cooking, turn the Switch OFF and Keep the Door closed until the fire is completely out. Never keep the Door open during a grease
fire. If it does not go out, lightly sprinkle baking soda on the fire. CAUTION! Be careful not to burn yourself. If this does not work then
carefully remove the food from the Grill and keep the Door closed until the fire is completely out. Again, be careful not to burn yourself.
When the Grill is completely cool, remove the Porcelain Grill and replace the foil on the Grease Drain Pan. Clean any grease accumula-
tion from the V-shaped Grease Drain and the Grease Drain Tube. Replace the Grease Drain Pan and the Porcelain Grill in their proper
positions, restart the Grill and resume cooking.
