Lighting Instructions
1. To start a charcoal fire, stack 50-60 briquettes in a pyramid. Place fire starter in the middle of the
briquettes and light the fire starter. NOTE: Do not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting
charcoal. Use of any of these or similar products could cause an explosion possibly leading to
severe bodily injury.
2. After briquettes ash over or turn gray, spread them out and start cooking.
3. If necessary, use tongs to move coals for even heat.
Grill Operation & Tips
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Control heat with amount and type of fuel, dual dampers, and adjustable fire grate. Adjust fire grate
one end at a time. Wood burns hotter than coals. More airflow helps generate more heat.
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To reduce flare-ups, cook with lid closed and in the down position.
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Add water soaked hardwood chips for a smoked flavor.
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Ashes left in grill too long between uses will absorb moisture and will cause rust. Be sure to empty
ash after grill has cooled. Uncoated steel and cast-iron WILL RUST WHEN NOT PROPERLY
CARED FOR.
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Do not use self-starting charcoal as it will give unnatural flavor.
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After each use, coat vegetable oil on the interior grates and bare metal while warm to reduce rust.
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On the EXTERIOR, remove rust with wire brush and touch up with a high heat paint, available at
most hardware/auto stores.
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You may place a metal can on bottom shelf under the hole in the grill to catch drippings.
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Heat gauge may retain moisture, which will steam out during cooking. Gauge can be removed and
calibrated in oven.
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You may fill unwanted holes with Nuts & Bolts (Not Provided).
NOTE: Smoke may escape from areas other than the smokestack. This will not affect cooking.
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