Instructions / Assembly

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Latch Adjustments
CLASSIC & BIG JOE
To tighten and loosen the latch
setting, use a small Allen wrench and
the spacer, the small metal tuber
found in the bag with the Owner’s
Manual. Adjust the set screw to lower
the latch plate and add the spacer.
Once spacer is added, reinstall latch
plate by tightening the set screw.
Safety Information
HINGE
Do not attempt to disassemble the hinge from your grill without
the proper hardware. Should you need to disassemble the hinge
to replace the ceramic dome or base, please call Kamado Joe
at [phone] and they will provide the proper hardware to
safely secure the hinge in the close position for disassembly.
If attempting to use the hinge as a lifting point, grasp the hinge
near the mounting point and/or bands, not the bottom. Only
minor adjustments to the weight of the dome should be made
per the instructions on page 27-30.
GASKET
Self-cleaning through natural heat cycle recommended. Do
not use chemical based cleaners on the gasket. If absolutely
necessary, gently wipe off any spills or moisture. Do not scrub or
abrade the gasket if cleaning. Excessive rubbing can cause wear.
The latch on your Kamado Joe Classic or Big Joe is already
preset for an ultra-tight seal. Use these instructions if any
adjustments should be needed.
We have designed and crafted your Kamado Joe grill with
quality materials, so general care and maintenance is
minimal. Plus, the patented slide-out ash drawer makes
caring for your grill between cooks easy. Do the easy, self-
clean maintenance process regularly and be sure to protect
your Kamado Joe from the elements with a grill cover.
ADJUSTMENTS
CLEANING & CARE
Cleaning & Care
MAINTENANCE CLEANING
1
Add charcoal and light using one or two fire starters.
2
Install the Divide & Conquer® flexible cooking system
rack with the accessory rack in the top position and both heat
deflectors on the accessory rack.
3
Open the top and bottom air vents fully and let the temperature
inside the grill rise to 600°F (315°C) with the dome closed.
4
Hold the temperature at around 600°F (315°C) for 15–20 minutes.
5
Close the bottom vent fully and wait another 15–20 minutes to
close the top vent.
This self-cleaning process will burn off any unwanted residue
from the inside of the grill and heat deflector plates. Before
cooking again, brush the cooking grate with a standard grill brush.
Use a soft bristle brush on the ceramics and heat deflector
plates to remove any residue. When your heat deflectors get
dirty during normal use, flip them over with the dirty side down
for the next cook, and the heat will self-clean that side.
ANNUAL CLEANING
Once or twice a year, you should do a more thorough cleaning
of the inside of the grill. Remove the internal components and
remove any residual debris that has collected between the grill
body and the internal components. Use a plastic bristle brush to
clean the inside ceramic surface. Scoop or vacuum debris from
the bottom of the grill before replacing the internal components.