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Initial steps for preparing the cast iron cooking grates.
Process of seasoning cast iron grates to prevent rust and sticking.
Ongoing care and cleaning for cast iron cooking grates.
Cooking directly over the fire using high temperatures.
Cooking using indirect heat and smoke for tenderizing meats.
Low-temperature, long-duration cooking for curing meats.
Types of charcoal and their cooking attributes.
Choosing and using wood for smoking and flavoring food.
Initial steps for preparing the cast iron cooking grates.
Process of seasoning cast iron grates to prevent rust and sticking.
Ongoing care and cleaning for cast iron cooking grates.
Cooking directly over the fire using high temperatures.
Cooking using indirect heat and smoke for tenderizing meats.
Low-temperature, long-duration cooking for curing meats.
Types of charcoal and their cooking attributes.
Choosing and using wood for smoking and flavoring food.
This document provides the instruction manual for the Expert Grill 32-inch Heavy-Duty Charcoal Grill, identified by Vendor Stock No.: VSN#XG1136207827002. It covers assembly, safety warnings, usage, maintenance, and warranty information.
The Expert Grill 32-inch Heavy-Duty Charcoal Grill is designed for outdoor cooking using charcoal briquettes or natural wood lump charcoal. It allows for various cooking methods including grilling, barbecuing, and slow smoking, offering flexibility in preparing different types of food. The grill features an adjustable charcoal pan to control temperature, butterfly dampers for airflow management, and a temperature gauge to monitor internal heat. It is equipped with a hood for enclosed cooking, a warming rack, and side shelves for convenience during use. The charcoal pan access door facilitates easy addition of charcoal during extended cooking sessions.
Safety First: Before assembly and operation, users must carefully read all safety warnings to prevent bodily injury or property damage. The grill is for outdoor use only and should not be operated indoors or in unventilated areas. It must be placed on a hard, stable surface capable of supporting its weight, and never on wooden or other flammable surfaces. A minimum clearance of 10 feet from combustible materials (bushes, shrubs, trees, leaves, grass, wooden decks, fences, buildings, etc.) is required when the grill is in use. It is crucial to keep the grill away from gasoline, flammable liquids, gases, or vapors, and not to store or use it in areas where these may be present. In windy conditions, the grill should be placed in a sheltered outdoor area. Children and pets must be kept out of reach of the grill. When moving or lifting the grill, caution is advised to avoid back strains or injuries, and the grill should never be moved or repositioned while in use. The side shelf has a weight limit of 10kgs/22lbs.
Lighting the Fire: Always light the fire with the grill lid open. Do not use gasoline, kerosene, or alcohol to light charcoal, as this can cause flare-ups, flash fires, or explosions. If using lighter fluid, the hood must remain open until briquettes are fully ashed over and the fluid has burned off to prevent fume accumulation and potential explosions when the hood is opened. Never open the hood while the charcoal door is open. Do not add lighter fluid or instant light charcoal briquettes to warm or hot coals. The slide-out ash pan must be in place before lighting the grill. It is recommended to start with no more than 2 pounds of charcoal (approximately 30 briquettes) and add more as needed, with a total maximum of less than 9 pounds. After the fire burns down, place the cooking grate on the unit and lower the adjustable charcoal pan to its lowest setting. Chimney starters, electric starters, or other fire starters can be used, but never with instant light charcoal or lighter fluid. Allow charcoal to completely ash over before cooking to avoid a lighter fluid aftertaste.
Controlling the Fire: Adequate time should be allowed for building the fire and reaching the desired temperature before cooking. The grill features four butterfly dampers that control airflow, allowing for fine-tuning of the temperature. Dampers will become very hot during use, so insulated grill mitts should be worn when adjusting them. Fully opening the upper damper on one side and the opposite lower damper (while closing the others) creates a convection effect for extended cooking times. The adjustable charcoal grate can also be raised for quick searing or lowered for slow cooking.
Adding Additional Charcoal: For extended cooking or slow smoking, additional charcoal can be added through the charcoal pan access door. Lower the adjustable charcoal pan to its lowest setting, open the access door using an insulated grill mitt, stoke the coals to allow excess ash to fall through, add charcoal, and then close the door. Raise the charcoal pan to the desired level. Do not use lighter fluid or instant light charcoal when adding charcoal to an existing fire.
Cooking Methods:
Using Charcoal and Wood: The grill can use either charcoal briquettes (longer burn times) or natural wood lump charcoal (burns hotter). Smoking woods, typically fruited hardwoods like hickory, mesquite, oak, apple, pecan, or cherry, can be added for flavor. Never use pine, cedar, or kiln-dried wood. Well-cured wood is essential for proper burning and flavor. The amount of smoke flavor can be controlled by wood type, smoking duration, or wrapping meats in aluminum foil.
First Time Use (Cooking Grate): Before initial use, the cast iron grate should be thoroughly washed with mild dishwashing liquid to remove the protective wax coating, rinsed with hot water, and dried completely. It should never be allowed to drain dry or washed in a dishwasher.
Seasoning (Cooking Grate): Seasoning is crucial to prevent rust and sticking. A thin coating of solid vegetable shortening should be spread over the entire surface of the grate. The grill should then be preheated for 15 minutes, and the grates placed inside for 1 to 1.5 hours. Allow the fire to burn out and the grates to cool before use.
Preventing Rusting (Cooking Grate): Grates should be re-seasoned frequently, especially when new. If rust appears, it indicates insufficient seasoning. Clean with a heavy brush, re-apply vegetable shortening, and heat as described for seasoning.
Maintenance (Cooking Grate): It is easier to clean cast iron grates immediately after cooking while the coals are still hot. After brushing, allow the grates and grill to cool. For thorough cleaning, use a wet, soapy, fine steel wool pad with slight pressure, then rinse and dry.
Grill Touch-Up: Surface rust can be removed with a wire brush and touched up with high-temperature black paint. Never apply paint to interior surfaces. Rust spots on interior surfaces can be buffed, cleaned, and lightly coated with vegetable oil or spray to minimize rusting.
Ash Disposal and Clean Up: Ashes must be cleaned out only after the grill and ashes have completely cooled to prevent lye formation and rusting. Do not remove or empty the slide-out ash pan until coals and ashes are completely cooled. Using insulated mitts, remove the ash pan, empty ashes into a metal container, and douse with water before disposal. Keep the container a safe distance from combustible materials. Wet the surfaces beneath and around the grill to extinguish any fallen ashes or coals. To prevent excessive rust, clean the grill after each use, cover it, and store it in a dry place.
Crank Handle Lubrication: If the crank handle does not rotate smoothly after normal operation, add lubricating oils to it. Lubricant should be added to the end of the crank handle every 2-3 uses to ensure smooth lifting of the charcoal tray.
General Care: To prolong the grill's finish and metal life, do not exceed a grill temperature of 400°F and prevent burning charcoal or wood from contacting the grill walls. Clean the cooking grid and lightly coat with vegetable oil after use. If there is a naked flame or the temperature exceeds 325°F, do not close the hood. Keep a fire extinguisher on hand in case of an uncontrolled fire. Close the hood and butterfly dampers to extinguish flames.
General| Brand | Expert Grill |
|---|---|
| Model | XG1136207827002 |
| Fuel Type | Propane |
| Number of Burners | 2 |
| Type | Gas Grill |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Black |
