Instructions / Assembly
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-fitting lid. The
closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible floor or on the ground, well
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.
• Wash cooking grate and heat distribution plate with hot, soapy water, rinse well and dry. Lightly
coat cooking grill with vegetable oil or v
egetable 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 grate, grease tray and heat distribution plate
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.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE:
Keep the appliance free and clear of combustible materials,gasoline and other flammable 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 grate, 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.
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