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PERFORMANCE TIPS
PREHEATING
It is important to allow your grill to preheat and achieve your desired cooking temperature before
cooking . This allows the entire grill to heat up and quickly return to your desired temperature once
your food is introduced . If you do not allow the grill to preheat, you will find that it takes a longer
period of time to bring both the grill and the food to your desired cooking temperature .
PELLET INFORMATION
Pellets should be stored in a dry area, as wet pellets will swell and turn back into sawdust . For
best results, always use premium hardwood pellets in your grill . The use of grades other than
premium hardwood pellets may result in temperature variations, uneven cooking, and poor results .
Remem-ber pellets do not contain preservatives and will deteriorate over time . Always Store pellets
in a cool dry place . Never load wet pellets into the grill
Caution: Heating fuel pellets for home heating pellet stoves have a high content of softwood
which can include glue and should NEVER be used for cooking. Always check with the pellet man-
ufacturer to ensure that you are cooking with a premium 100% hardwood pellet .
LID POSITION
Always cook with the lid closed . Use the meat probe to check the meats temperature . A open lid
allows heat to escape and sends false temperature information to the digital control . This will also
hinder the natural convection air flow needed to produce the wood smoke and flavor . The open lid
will also increase your cook time . Remember “If you are looking you are not cooking” .
OTHER TIPS
• Clean your grill regularly to maintain beauty and proper function . It is advised to clean before any
long cook .
• Always use grill on a level surface .
• Clean fire pot regularly . This will ensure proper ignition and proper heating
• Not all pellets are created equal, always use dry and fresh pellets .
• Always store pellets in a dry area .
• Get to know your grill, keep good cooking notes . Practice makes Perfect!
• Always allow your meat to rest before serving . Typically the internal temperature can climb 10 de-
grees after removing from the grill . This will help make your food more flavorful
• Always keep your cooking area clean . Avoid lifting the grill lid
• Wind can cool your grill temperature .
• Always preheat grill to desired temperature before use .
• Wipe off steel surfaces before preheating; dirt and food stains can cook into surface .
• Always check pellet hopper for debris and remove excess pellet dust as needed . (A Shop-Vac is the
preferred method)
• Leave at least one inch of clearance between food for even cooks . (Crowded foods will take longer
to cook)
• Foods cooked on pans or in containers will require more time than foods cooked directly on grate .
This also limits the amount of wood smoked flavor .
• Know your food’s internal temp! Use the Temperature Probe
• Use long handled tongs and spatulas for turning meats, do not use plastic Injecting and spritzing
are great ways to keep meat from drying out .
• When going low and slow, plan for your meats stall, larger pieces of meat tend to take longer from
160-180ºF degrees . Be patient .
Never unplug your grill to turn it off; for proper shutdown procedure see “Power Button”
• If grill is not used for six weeks or more, it is advised to remove all pellets
• When not in use, unplug and cover with cover .
