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6. Check to see that the burn grate is properly seated in the firebox.
BURN GRATE
FIREBOX
FIG 15
7. Place 1/8 cup (about a palm full) of pellets on the burn grate.
NOTE: This step is only necessary when the unit is first put into service
or if it runs out of pellets.
8. Reinstall the heat diffuser/drip pan and cooking grates (See FIG 14).
9. Turn the power switch “on.” This starts the combustion air fan and illuminates the
power light. Press the “start” pad on the control panel to activate the auger feed sys-
tem. (The default temperature set point is 350°F). If a higher or lower temperature
setting is desired, use the increase/decrease buttons to set the temperature. This can
be adjusted at any time after the start cycle is activated. (For cool/cold season or high
temperature cooking see the Selectable Heat Up Modes [Page 10]).
Once the start cycle is activated three lines will appear on the display panel from lower
left to upper right indicating “heat up” mode. Once the grate temperature reaches
110°F, the actual grate temperature is displayed, alternating with the mode lines.
If the grate temperature range is exceeded during the “heat up” mode, dashing lines
will appear from upper left to lower right indicating “cool down” mode. Once the target
temperature range is attained the lines will flash horizontal indicating “maintenance
mode”. The controller will display grate temperatures when the set point is between
150 to 495°F When the set point is between 500 to 600°F, the display will show the set
point and not the actual grate temperature.