monolith BBQ Guru Edition CLASSIC, Manual

Placement of the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition

Always choose a hard and level surface. Take the weight 

of the Monolith into consideration. Do not place the 

Monolith BBQ Guru Edition directly on or in vicinity of 

combustible materials. Sparks and the hot exhaust air 

are also potential fire hazards, therefore do not place 

under a low patio-roof or canopy. Do not use the 

Monolith BBQ Guru Edition indoors. Always place it 

outdoors with adequate air circulation.

Opening and Closing the Lid 

The ceramic lid is held in an open position by means of 

tension springs. Do not underestimate the heavy weight 

of the lid. Never let the lid drop when closing, make sure 

that no body parts or grill tools are between the unit base 

and lid. By simply releasing the handle, both the lid and/

or base can be damaged through the weight and force of 

the lid. Replace damaged springs immediately.

Moving the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition

Do not attempt to move the Monolith BBQ Guru 

Edition unless it is cool and does not contain any hot 

charcoal. When moving, use both hands to pull the 

cart towards you in the desired direction. Do not 

push it! The cart is not designed to roll over uneven 

surfaces such as lawn, sand or gravel. For uneven 

terrain we recommend our Monolith Buggy.

Children and Pets

When using the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition, do not 

leave children and pets unattended close to the grill.

Indoor Use

Due to smoke emissions, do not use the Monolith BBQ 

Guru Edition indoors. Always place it outdoors with 

adequate air circulation.

Local Ordinance & Regulations

Observe all local ordinances and regulations.

Cast Iron Ventilation Cap

Please refrain from looking inside the cast iron  

ventilation cap. Sparks and the hot exhaust air  

can cause injury.

Placing /Removing Components 

The grill and its metal components can get very hot, 

please wear gloves or use tongs when placing the metal 

grids, pizza stone or deflector stone in the grill or when 

removing them. Do not place hot components on flam-

mable or sensitive surfaces. Please exercise caution 

when handling the hot components in order to avoid 

injuries. Do not try to remove the firebox or charcoal 

basket when filled with hot coals.

Lifting the Grates

Use the grate lifter when raising the hot grates. Please 

wear gloves to avoid burn injuries.

Risk of Burn Injuries 

Due to the very good insulation of the heavy ceramics, 

there is minimal risk of burn injuries when touching 

the outside walls of the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition. 

We still recommend using precaution and keeping 

children and pets away from the grill while in use.

Fire Danger

Do not leave the grill unattended. Sparks and the hot 

exhaust air can cause flammable objects in the vicinity 

to ignite.

Backdrafts

Once lit, the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition lid should 

always be opened slowly and with extra caution to pre-

vent dangerous flare-ups or backdrafts. When opening 

the lid, lift it only 1.5 – 2 inches first and wait a moment 

before opening all the way. In the rare event should you 

have a backdraft, immediately close the lid and both air 

vents. It is always advisable to wear heat resistant 

gloves, and not to stand directly in front of the grill. 

Lighters

Never use any fluid or chemical accelerants. Never use 

lighter fluid, spirits, or gas! Chemical or liquid acceler-

ants can be absorbed by the ceramic unit and may 

adversely affect the flavor and quality of the food.

Extinguishing the Charcoal 

By closing both of the air vents, the embers will 

extinguish. This will take approximately 10 – 20 min-

utes. Never use water to extinguish the charcoal.

17  SAFETY