Blaze Outdoor Products BLZ-20-KAMADO, Use & Care Manual

Page 1: ...OR FUTURE REFERENCE AND BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING CONTACT INFORMATION Blaze Outdoor Products 6620 Greenwell Springs Rd Baton Rouge LA 70805 866 976 9510 CustomerService BlazeGrills com www BLAZEGRILLS COM WARNING I Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapor in the vicinity of this or any other grill 2 A LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinit...

Page 2: ...y and Installation Warnings 9 IV Unpacking Unit 10 V Installing the Grill in a BBQ Island 11 12 i BBQ Specifications 12 13 ii Before First Operation 14 VI Using the Grill 15 VII Starting the Fuel 16 17 VIII Setting Temperature and Cooking Practices 17 20 IX Smoking 20 X Tips and Precautions 20 21 XI Cleaning 22 23 XII Warranty Registration 24 XIII Grill Parts 25 XIV Notes 26 XV Blaze Product Regis...

Page 3: ... to chemicals including Chromium hexavalent compounds which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm For more information go to www P65Warnings ca gov WARNING Improper installation use adjustment alteration service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage Read the installation operating and maintenance instructions thoroughly befor...

Page 4: ...rill CHARCOAL SAFETY Never add lighter fluid to coals that are already hot and or warm Never use gasoline kerosene or other highly volatile fluids as a starter due to the explosion hazard Never use an electric starter in the rain or when standing on wet ground When using instant light briquettes do not use any other starters along with them Do not add additional instant light briquettes once the c...

Page 5: ...d until the grill has cooled off Do not store any LP cylinder or tank in the area of this grill or any other grill Never store an LP cylinder or tank indoors or within the reach of children The use of accessories or components not recommended by the grill manufacturer may cause injuries and will voidwarranty Never lean over the cooking surface when lighting or operating the grill Use cooking utens...

Page 6: ...AT ALL TIMES THE USE OF LONG HEAT RESISTANT GLOVES IS NECESSARY FOR SAFETY The hinge mechanism should be checked regularly to ensure the fasteners are secure to the grill body Periodic lubrication of this mechanism will also smooth opening and closing of the grill over time When moving or transporting your grill NEVER do so by lifting on the hinge of the grill The lower air inlet can be used for l...

Page 7: ...not use this unit under combustible surfaces Do not use this grill under cover whether permanent or temporary structure Adequate Ventilation Ensure there is adequate ventilation for both the grill grill cart and or island cavity This is required not only for proper combustion but also to prevent heat buildup An adequate flow of air into the lower front air intake is necessary for the grill s perfo...

Page 8: ...uch the Kamado body while in use TAKE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN OPENING THE GRILL LID AS HOT COALS CAN FLASH SHOULD THEY RECEIVE A RUSH OF AIR ALWAYS ENSURE BOTH THE TOP AND BOTTOM VENTS ARE OPEN FULLY BEFORE OPENING THE GRILL LID ALWAYS OPEN THE LID TO ROUGHLY 1 2 AND HOLD IT THERE FOR 5 10 SECONDS TO LET OXYGEN SLOWLY ENTER THE GRILL THEN COMPLETELY LIFT THE LID OPEN SLOWLY AT ALL TIMES THE USE OF LO...

Page 9: ...y hose away from any heated surfaces sharp edges and dripping grease Be certain your grill is properly installed and grounded by a qualified technician in accordance with applicable codes To guarantee the electrical safety of this grill continuity must exist between the grill and an effective grounding system It is imperative that this basic safety requirement be met The manufacturer cannot be hel...

Page 10: ...our grill has an ash tray which goes in the very bottom of the grill The charcoal grate gets installed above the ash tray There is also a middle grate which goes between the charcoal grate and the cooking grid which is used in some cooking applications Install this piece for the initial burn off and then as needed throughout The cooking grids rest at the top of the kamado body and is the final ite...

Page 11: ...faces page 7 In the event non combustible materials are used behind the grill allow enough space for the lid to open approximately an additional 8 inches behind the grill A greater space behind the grill may be desirable to reduce staining of the non combustible wall caused by the smoke exiting the grill See grill dimensions on pages 12 13 for reference The outdoor kitchen construction must be mad...

Page 12: ...inimum space necessary for distances to combustible surfaces Do not install underneath a combustible surface This grill should only be used in an open air space Minimum clearance to adjacent combustible construction at 48 from sides 48 from back and front ALL BBQ ISLANDS MUST BE MANUFACTURED FROM NON COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS UNAPPROVED COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS INCLUDE BUT NOT LIMITED TO WOOD GYPROCK PAP...

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Page 14: ... The fasteners could have come loose during shipping and might need to be tightened It is recommend to allow the grill to burn for 30 minutes the first time without food in the grill for an initial burn off This is also a good time to experiment with the grill s temperature adjustment via the air vents to get the feel for how the grill will operate WARNING Every part of the grill will be hot durin...

Page 15: ... seasoned dried hardwoods as your fuel Selecting your fuel Other Other fuel options are strictly prohibited as they could damage your grill or possibly be dangerous Arrangement of your charcoal fuel source Air flow is the largest factor and most important consideration when arranging your fuel source Although leftover charcoal can be re used from the previous cookout the smaller bits and ashes sho...

Page 16: ...ces in your coal bed to start the fire This is a good method for low temperature cooking and smoking Electric starter typically a closed loop electric element which glows red hot and gets placed in the coals to start the fire A good method for low to medium fires Regardless of the ignition method you select ALWAYS FOLLOW THE MANUFACTURERS INSTRUCTIONS FOR SAFE USE AND BEST PRACTICES ALWAYS USE LON...

Page 17: ...ado grill comes standard with a middle rack between the charcoal tray and cooking surface This rack can hold a drip pan to collect the drippings from your food a pan full of liquids to add moisture to the cooking process a pizza stone to provide an indirect heat convection baking environment to your cooking surface or a combination of the above For higher temperature cooking such as searing and gr...

Page 18: ...method of cooking Caution At higher cooking temperatures the danger for flashback is greater than at lower temperatures Remember the following ALWAYS ENSURE BOTH THE TOP AND BOTTOM VENTS ARE OPEN FULLY BEFORE OPENING THE GRILL LID ALWAYS OPEN THE LID TO ROUGHLY 1 2 AND HOLD IT THERE FOR 5 10 SECONDS TO LET OXYGEN SLOWLY ENTER THE GRILL THEN COMPLETELY LIFT THE LID OPEN SLOWLY AT ALL TIMES THE USE ...

Page 19: ...TER THE GRILL THEN COMPLETELY LIFT THE LID OPEN SLOWLY AT ALL TIMES THE USE OF LONG HEAT RESISTANT GLOVES IS NECESSARY FOR SAFETY APPROXIMATE TOP AND BOTTOM DAMPER OPENING FOR GRILLING Best practices for searing Searing occurs at temperatures between 500 600 degrees F and is intended on providing a caramelized seared surface and cooking the meat in a quick fashion Steaks tuna ect A larger bed of c...

Page 20: ...all pieces is a good idea as that can yield some faster smoke from the smaller pieces but then some sustained smoke from the larger ones Soaking the wood chunks can enrich the smoke one receives off of the wood by creating a longer smokier burn The wood can be place directly onto the coal bed when smoking The hinged cooking grids can be used to add smoking chips while the grids are in place Rememb...

Page 21: ...tant gloves protective clothing and use caution when adding charcoal and wood Use extreme caution as both the top and bottom vent adjustment handles cooking grids and racks and entire grill will be hot during use Always use a heat resistant tool such as Kamado ash rake heat resistant gloves protective clothing and use caution when adjusting this vent It is common to not see an entire bed of coals ...

Page 22: ...ny food particles or grease drippings to burn away When cool brush grids with a stainless steel brush when grill to remove any remaining charred materials Seasoning your cooking grids with palm oil provides a non stick surface and seals the cooking grids for a desirable finish Charcoal Tray Only clean the charcoal tray when the grill and charcoal has completely cooled Brush and allow all of the as...

Page 23: ...ill darken after the first use and there is no need to try to clean this finish off of the grill Hinge mechanism Kamado feet lid handle and venting handles and hardware The hinge mechanism should be checked regularly to ensure the fasteners are secure to the grill body Periodic lubrication of this mechanism will also smooth opening and closing of the grill over time All hardware for the above ment...

Page 24: ...r consequential damages and Blaze Outdoor Products liability is limited to the purchase price of the appliance only This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which may vary from state to state This warranty is applicable in the United States and Canada only No one else is authorized to perform any obligations under this warranty ATTENTION International Custom...

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Page 26: ...Blaze Outdoor Products Instructional Book Page 26 NOTE THE FOLLOWING FOR YOUR RECORDS Grill model Date purchased Dateinstalled Blaze dealer s name address Blaze dealer s phone number ...

Page 27: ...date and have your info ready if you ever need warranty help Name First Last Email Phone Street Address Address Line 2 City State Province Region Zip Postal Code Country What is the model number of the Blaze product purchased Where did you buy your Blaze product _ Mail To Blaze Outdoor Products Warranty Registration 6620 Greenwell Springs Rd Baton Rouge LA 70805 ...