Pellet Pro
®
Startup
NOTE: Use caution when handling the hopper assembly while the RTD Probe is
connected. Misuse will result in broken RTD electrical connection.
INITIAL FIRING INSTRUCTIONS (1
st
Startup Only)
(To be used on initial firing in order to season the application)
In order to ensure proper operation of the hopper assembly, you must first
allow the auger tube
to be “charged” with pellets.
1) Open the door and remover any grill grates, grease drain pan and heat baffle
from inside the grill.
2) Plug the power cord into an appropriate, grounded electrical outlet. 15- 20
Amp GFCI (20 Amp preferred)
3) Open the pellet hopper lid and locate the auger. Make sure there are no foreign
objects in the auger and fill hopper with pellets. Turn the power
“on,” and push
the “FEED” button to feed pellets into the burnpot.
4)
Once a few pellets reach the burn pot, push the “High” button. Hot Rod will glow
red.
DO NOT TOUCH IT!
5) Once smoke is visible, replace heat diffusor, drip pan, and grate. Close lid and
set the controller t
emperature to 350°F using the “-” button
6) Once temperature reaches 350°F, run for 15 minutes.
7)
After 15 min at 350°, open lid/door and turn controller “off” to initiate the 15
minute shutdown cycle. Afterwards, be sure all pellets are extinguished.
8) For future cooks, please refer to Section Two: Subsequent Start-Up
It is recommended to clean the burnpot after every use. An
accumulation of ash could result in a flame out or an inefficient
start-up.
NOTE: When operating this grill, maintain a minimum
clearance of 10in between the grill and any combustibles.
