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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
REGARDING CHARCOAL GRILLS
Q: How do I care for my cast iron cooking grates?
When using cast iron grates proper seasoning is important. Grates must be washed thor-
oughly with a mild detergent, rinsed with hot water and then dried completely with a soft
cloth or paper towel. NEVER ALLOW TO AIR DRY OR WASH IN A DISHWASHER. Seasoning
will prevent rust and food from sticking. Season by applying a thin coating of solid vegetable
shortening over the entire surface, including all corners. Place cooking grates in grill and
allow to heat for 1 to 1-1/2 hours. Grates are now ready to use. Frequent re-seasoning pre-
vents rusting.
Q: My grates have rust on them. How do I get rid of it?
If rust occurs, clean with a steel brush. Reapply vegetable shortening and heat as indicated
above.
Q: The paint finish inside my lid is peeling. What can I do?
You are seeing a deposit of grease and smoke that collects during normal use that resem-
bles paint. These carbon deposits are non-toxic, but you may want to regularly remove the
build-up. Remove buildup using a brass or stiff bristle brush before grilling. Future build-up
can be avoided by simply wiping the grill lid while slightly warm with a mild soap-and-water
solution.
Q: When can I put my meat on the grill?
Grill is ready for use when charcoal is ashed over and no visible flames are present.
Q: How do I regulate the heat on my grill?
Adjusting the dampers will increase and decrease airflow and heating.
SAFE STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE
• Inspect bolt, hex lock nut and hex flange nut tightness on a regular basis to insure grill is in
safe working condition.
• ALWAYS allow grill to cool completely before handling.
• ALWAYS empty charcoal pan after use only when ashes have completely cooled.
This will help prolong charcoal pan life.
• Clean grill, including special surfaces such as cooking grates with mild cleaning
agents. Wipe outside of grill with damp rag. DO NOT use oven cleaner.
• ALWAYS cover and store cold grill in a protected area.
• Indoor storage of grill is permissible only if the charcoal has burned to a complete
ash AND is cold. Remember to remove cold ashes before storing.
• Grill is made of steel and may rust over time. If rusting occurs on outside surfaces,
clean area with sand paper or steel wool, then cover with heat resistant paint.
• If rusting occurs on the inside surface of grill, clean area with sandpaper or steel
wool, then coat with cooking oil.
• NEVER USE PAINT ON INSIDE SURFACES OF GRILL
STEP 3.
Position rear long leg (16) on grill
body end. Attach side shelf (3) with
bolt (A) and hex flange nut (B)
through both legs as shown.
Insert final bolt (A) through rear long
leg and grill body. Attach hex flange
nut (B) and tighten.
STEP 4.
Attach axle end cap (C) to one end of
axle (12). Slide wheel (11), indented
side outward, onto axle.
Insert axle through holes on both
short legs.
Slide second wheel onto axle as
shown and attach remaining axle
end cap to secure.
Figure C
Carefully reposition grill as
shown in Figure C.
