Broil King 911770 SERIES User manual

OPERATION HANDBOOK
911770 / 4000 Series

2
MODEL: 911770 / 4000 SERIES
DANGER
• This grill is designed for outdoor use only. If used indoors,
toxic fumes will accumulate and cause serious bodily injury
or death.
• Do not add charcoal starter fluid or charcoal impregnated
with charcoal starter fluid to hot or warm charcoal.
• Do not leave children or pets unattended near a hot grill.
• Do not attempt to move a hot grill.
• Do not use grill within five feet of any combustible material.
• Do not use unless grill is fully assembled and all parts
are in place.
• Do not remove ashes until all charcoal is completely burned
out and fully extinguished.
• Do not use grill in high winds.
WARNING
• Keep the grill in a level position at all times.
• Always use fire bowl and charcoal grate.
• Never touch the cooking or charcoal grate or the grill to see
if they are hot.
• Use barbecue mitts or hot pads to protect hands while
cooking or adjusting the dampers.
• Use proper barbecuing tools with long, heat-resistant handles.
• To extinguish the coals, close the lid and both dampers
completely. Do not use water because it will damage the
grill’s finish.
FAILURE TO HEED THESE DANGER AND WARNING STATEMENTS
MAYCAUSESERIOUSINJURY ORDEATH,ORA FIREOREXPLOSION
RESULTING IN DAMAGE TO PROPERTY.
MULTIPLE PATENTS PENDING
WARNING
DO NOT OPERATE OVER 800ºF / 425ºC
The BROIL KING®KEG is designed to make your good times better.
This was our quest and the result is the BROIL KING®KEG - a fabulous
outdoor cooking appliance.
By purchasing your BROIL KING®KEG and perfecting your own recipes
with it, your passion for grilling is about to go to a whole new level.
Your skills and reputation will grow with each triumphant cookout
and rave review.
INTRODUCTION

3
MODEL: 911770 / 4000 SERIES
Two steel walls and commercial
grade insulation keeps the heat
in and maximizes fuel efficiency.
The unique BROIL KING®KEG
shape is perfectly designed for
efficient thermal convection-
style cooking.
The thermometer, built right
into the lid, assures you are
able to maintain the proper
temperature inside the
grill for whatever feast
you are preparing.
Top Airflow Damper
Bottom
Airflow
Damper
Bottle Openers
Removable
Cooking Grates
Charcoal Grate
Fire Bowl
Tool Hooks
Tool Hooks
Removable
Side Tray
Removable
Side Tray
Multi-Tool
Wedges
Leveling Feet
Wedges
Ultra-sturdy
steel frame
To assemble your
BROIL KING®KEG
see the Assembly
Instructions
ABOUT YOUR BROIL KING®KEG

4
MODEL: 911770 / 4000 SERIES
Natural Lump Charcoal
Your BROIL KING®KEG will run on many types of fuel including
traditional charcoal briquettes and even wood chunks. The KEG
works best with True ‘Cue™100% Natural Hardwood Lump Charcoal
(MODEL# TCF5505). Good natural lump charcoal, like True ‘Cue™,
containsno chemicals, additives orfillers.Thismeansyour fire burns
hotter, cleaner and makes less ash than with charcoal briquettes.
Initial ‘Burn-In’
Season The Cast Iron Grate
Before you start to cook anything on your new BROIL KING®KEG,
you first have to burn off the coating used to protect your BROIL
KING®KEG during shipment. You will then need to season it, this will
protect the cast iron parts from rusting during normal use.
First remove the grill grates and wash thoroughly in warm, soapy
water. Rinse completely and dry with a soft towel. Don’t allow to air
dry and don’t ever put in a dishwasher.
When the cast iron grill grate is completely dry, apply a coating of
solid vegetable shortening to both sides of it for protection. Also
apply vegetable shortening to the top damper, inside and out.
For the final “seasoning” step - fire up your BROIL KING®KEG
to about 400°F for about an hour. That’ll burn off any of the
protective coating that might still be in the pores of the metal. It
may be a good idea to repeat the seasoning process to your grill
grate every so often.
Fire Starter Sticks
The preferred fire starters for your BROIL KING®KEG are True ‘Cue™
Matchtip Firestarters(MODEL#TCF5511).They’llgetthelump charcoal
going without using lighter fluids. (which we don’t recommend)
You’ll find lump charcoal and starter sticks at hardware stores,
general merchandise stores, and outdoor product stores where
cookout supplies are sold.
WARNING
Always use caution when opening the lid. Carefully ease the
lid open just a crack (about one inch) and count to five (1-2-
3-4-5) before opening all the way. This allows the heat that
has built up inside the grill to escape slowly and prevents a
sudden rush of oxygen from causing a flare-up.
WHAT YOU’LL NEED

5
MODEL: 911770 / 4000 SERIES
Lighting
Step 1:
Set the top and bottom dampers positions to position 5 to let the
maximum amount of air in to fuel the fire.
Step 2:
Open the lid, remove the two grilling grates and pour roughly 1.5
pounds of the natural lump charcoal onto the charcoal grate in the
bottom of your BROIL KING®KEG.
Careful - not too much charcoal. The charcoal should cover the
charcoal grate in a slight mound piled not much higher than the fire
holes. Important: Do not allow lump charcoal to block or cover the air
holes in the firebowl.
As you become more familiar with your KEG, you will quickly get
a feel for how much charcoal you need for each type of cooking.
Because your BROIL KING®KEG is so efficient, it takes less charcoal
than you’re used to using.
Step 3:
Now the starter sticks can be lit and poked into the side of the mound.
Step 4:
Allow the charcoal to ignite with lid open until any flames go out
before closing the lid.
Step 5:
Put the grill grate back in place and close lid. Stay close by to adjust
dampers to desired cooking temperature.
BROILKING®KEGheatsupfast...
... and can get extremely hot.
Begin to adjust the dampers down from the “5” position
once the temperature hits about 100°F below your target
temperature.
LIGHTING
Multi-Tool makes it
all even easier
This gadget is just as cool as the versatile
BROIL KING®KEG itself.
Use it to:
• Safely adjust the top and bottom dampers,
(they can get quite hot).
• Move the cooking grates.
• Remove ash by raking out and into a metal bucket.

6
MODEL: 911770 / 4000 SERIES
Controlling Temperature
The BROIL KING®KEG allows you to control cooking temperature by
regulating airflow through the top and bottom dampers. The more you
open the dampers, the more air will flow through and the hotter the
temperature will get. Small adjustments to the dampers will impact
the cooking chamber temperature.
Cooking At Low Temperatures
For cooking at low temperatures - below 300°F - manage
the temperature closely so not to exceed desired cooking
temperature when starting the fire. It is important to get the
dampers in the 1 position (or lower) before the fire gets too hot.
Cooking The First Time
Grate Positions
The BROIL KING®KEG allows you to adjust the position of the cooking
grates to suit your needs. The cast iron cooking grate has two
positions. The lower position enables the grill to accommodate
larger dishes like whole turkeys or roasts. For smaller items, you
may want to use the higher position.
The Multi-Tool can be used to adjust the grate position. Make sure
the tab on the tool fits the notch on the cast iron grill grate.
Thechromeplated grill grate provides an additional cooking surface.
When using the chrome grate, the cast iron grate must be in the
lower locked position. The chrome plated cooking grate can swing
out of the way to access the lower cooking grate during cooking.
SHUTTING DOWN
When you’re ready to shut down the BROIL KING®KEG, close both
dampers to put fire out completely.
You may still have unused charcoal left, leave it there, it is still good
to use the next time you fire up your BROIL KING®KEG. As for the
grease left on the grill - cook it off at the beginning of the next use
as it will continue to season the grill grate.
Adjust the dampers
using the Multi-Tool.
OPERATION

7
MODEL: 911770 / 4000 SERIES
The BROIL KING®KEG will give you many years of great service with
minimal care. The seasoning process will help preserve the cast
iron parts. If at any point you see rust forming, use a steel wire
brush to clean the grate and then season it again as described
earlier.
When the charcoal ashes do pile up, remove them into a metal
bucket with the Multi-Tool - only perform this when the grill is cool
and charcoal has been extinguished.
Remember: Never put any part of your BROIL KING®KEG in the
dishwasher for cleaning.
For surface clean-ups, water, mild detergent and a sponge will do
just fine.
* Always keep your BROIL KING® KEG covered with a
grill cover. (KA5535)
Sponge and
mild detergent Dishwasher
YES!
CARE AND MAINTENANCE

8
Pork
Shoulder
Whole
Turkey
Beer Can
Chicken
Baked
Potato
Corn on
the Cob
Chicken
Pieces
Thick Fish
Fillets
Hot
Dogs
Grilled
Veggies
Thin Fish
Fillets
Thick Beef
Steaks
Thin Beef
Steaks
Pork Ribs
Pizza
Burgers
Kabobs
Bratwurst
200º 300º 400º 500º 600º 700º 800º
6 hrs
or more
4 hrs
1 hr
30 min.
15 min.
0
Temperature - (FAHRENHEIT)
Time
Cooking Guide All cooking times and temperatures are approximate. Use a food thermometer to check internal temperature. Food ºF Ground Beef, Pork, Lamb 160º Ground Turkey, Chicken 165º Beef, Veal, Lamb Med. Rare 145º Medium 160º Well Done 170º Chicken, Turkey, Duck 165º Pork 160º Ham Fresh (raw) 160º Pre-Cooked 140º
www.isitdoneyet.gov
Shrimp

9
MODEL: 911770 / 4000 SERIES
Winning Recipes
Low N’ Slow Ribs
Your BROIL KING®KEG excels at
making tender, fall-off-the-
bone ribs with a minimum of
fuss. Load the grill with coals
and light a fire starter on top
of the mound. When the fire
starter is out and the topmost
coals are lit, close the lid. Adjust the dampers to the #1 position when
the temperature reads 250°F. Cook the ribs for four hours. Remove
the ribs, baste with your favorite sauce and cook for another hour at
250°F. For extra flavor, add a handful of soaked hickory chips to your
fire before starting the cook.
Sumptuous Stuffed Peppers
Cooking veggies is fast and easy on
your BROIL KING®KEG. The convection
currents and double-wall insulation help
to maintain a consistent temperature
throughout the grill. For this reason,
cooking times on both the upper and
lower grates will be about the same. It will
also be much faster than a traditional grill
- so keep an eye on it. Stuff bell peppers
with your favorite fixins - we like Italian
sausage, rice and cheese. Place them
directly on the grate and bake on 350°F for 20 to 30 minutes.
Ultimate Beer Can Chicken
The BROIL KING®KEG is perfectly
suited for roasting.
Unlike a regular grill, the
insulated BROIL KING®KEG
cooks evenly and maintains
temperature flawlessly. Just
get your fire going and adjust
the dampers down when you reach 350°F. Take a half-full can of your
favorite beer and add a few cloves of garlic and your favorite barbecue
rub. Rub down your bird, being sure to get plenty inside of the cavity.
Stand the chicken up on the can by placing the open end into the cavity.
Place the chicken standing up on the grill and roast until the internal
temperature reaches 165°F. For extra flavor, add a handful of soaked
pecan chips to your fire before starting the cook.
Perfect Pizzas
Baking on the BROIL KING®KEG will
take your cooking to a whole new
level - making you the envy of the
neighborhood. The upper grate gives you
a little more distance from the fire and is
perfect for baking. When making pizza,
we like to use our BROIL KING®KEG 12”
diameter pizza stone (MODEL# BSA5541).
Place the stone on the upper grate of your
BROIL KING®KEG and pre-heat to 400°F.
Use fresh dough and load it up with your favorite toppings. Place your
pizza on a sheet of baker’s parchment paper - this will ensure results.
Bake on top of the pizza stone for 10 to 15 minutes.
RECIPES
The Perfect Steak Grilling Guide
For the perfect medium rare 1" thick New York Strip,
follow these simple instructions.
Marinate steak for 1 hour at room temperature or up to
24 hours in the refrigerator. If refrigerating, bring steak
close to room temperature a half hour before grilling
for more even cooking. Preheat grill on MEDIUM/HIGH.
Brush grids with olive oil and proceed as directed.
NOTE: Bone in cuts take slightly longer. Times may
be affected by wind, outdoor temperature, and
thickness or temperature of meat prior to cooking.
Place steak on angle
on hot grids.
Flip the steak as
shown below.
Turn and flip the
steak again.
Finally, flip the steak
again.
Rare Med/High 1¾ 1¾ 1¾ 1¾ 7 minutes
Rare Medium/Rare Med/High 2 2 2 2 8 minutes
Medium Med/High 2¼ 2¼ 2¼ 2¼ 9 minutes
Medium/Rare Well Med/High 2½ 2½ 2½ 2½ 10 minutes
Medium Med/High 3 3 3 3 12 minutes
Meat Thickness Heat Setting Time Per Side Total Time
1½" 1" A B C D

ONWARD MANUFACTURING COMPANY LTD.
585 Kumpf Drive • Waterloo, Ontario, Canada • N2V 1K3
[email protected] • Phone: [phone] • Fax: [phone]
North America Customer Service: 1.800.265.2150