Owner's Manual

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PROPER CARE & MAINTENANCE:
• Remove wood pellets from hopper if grill will not be used for a long period of time. Wood
pellets can become soggy due to moisture/humidity and can cause the auger to bind up or not
push pellets to burn chamber.
• Disposal of ashes – Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight- tting lid. The
closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible  oor or on the ground, well
away from all combustible materials, pending  nal disposal. When the ashes are disposed by
burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container
until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
• It’s important to keep your grill always covered when not in use to avoid rain getting inside the grill
and damaging the grill and/or cause excessive corrosion. The grill and pellets must be kept dry in
order to function properly.
• Always keep your grill unplugged until you are ready to use it.
• Wash cooking grates and heat distribution plate with hot, soapy water, rinse well and dry. Lightly
coat cooking grill with vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray.
• Clean inside and outside of grill by wiping off with a damp cloth. Apply a light coat of vegetable
oil or vegetable oil spray to the interior surface to prevent rusting.
• Never apply paint to the interior surface. Rust spots on the interior surface can be buffed, cleaned,
the lightly coated with vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray to minimize rusting.
• Depending on use, periodically remove the cooking grates, grease tray and heat distribution plate
to clean the ash from in and around the  repot. Make sure the grill is cold before starting this
procedure.
HELPFUL HINTS:
• If you pre-cook meat or poultry, do so immediately before grilling.
• Never defrost meat at room temperature or on a counter top.
• Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of taking food off the grill.
• For additional information, please phone the USDA’s toll free Meat & Poultry Hotline at 800-535-
4555.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE:
• Keep the appliance free and clear of combustible materials, gasoline and other  ammable vapors
and liquids.
• For safe grilling and peak performance of your grill, perform these checks at least twice per
year or after extended periods of storage.
• Be sure to tighten up all hardware (nuts, bolts, screws, etc.) at least twice per year.
CAUTION: Some parts may contain sharp edges. Wear protective gloves if necessary.
• Remove the cooking grates, from inside your grill. Use a brush with hot water and detergent to
remove excess residue. NEVER use a commercial oven cleaner. Rinse completely with water.
Towel dry and replace all components as described in the assembly instructions.