Bull Bison Premium 88787 Quick reference guide

ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL #88787 BISON PREMIUM CHARCOAL GRILL
USA Edition

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TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE # 1
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS……………………...…………………………………………………….………………………..………………………..............2
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………………………………………………………………..………………….…….............. 3
SPECIFICATIONS FOR BARBECUE
STRUCTURE …………………………….……………………………...………..…………………..…3
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS……………………….….…….………………...…….....….………………………………....…...…………..….…………..4
EXCLUSIVE
FEATURES …………………………….….…………..………….……………….….……………………….…….…..…...……….4
AFTER USE
SAFETY ……………………………………………..…...…..…...…..……..……..…...…...….………………..………………...5
CLEANING & MAINTENANCE…………………………………………………………………………………………..……………..……….……………...6
CLEANING THE
GR ILL…………………………………………………….….….....…..…..…...…….…....……..…………………………….6
CLEANING THE COOKING GRATES
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PARTS LIST &
EXPLODED ILLUSTRATION…………………………………………….………….……….……….…….………….……….………………,,,,,,,,…….....7
LIMITED WARRANTY…………………………………….………….………….……….….……………..….………………….……..………....………….8-10
REGISTERING YOUR GRILL
LOCATIONOFSERIAL
NUMBERS
Essentialinformationaboutyourproductisencodedintheserialnumberofyourgrill.Thisinformationwillberequiredforallwarranty
claims,orderingreplacementpartsandwillidentifyanyvariationsofyourunit.Itisextremelyimportantthatyourecordyourserial
numberandregisteryourgrillfromtheProofofPurchase.
Thegrillserialnumberlocationsareshownbelow.
ATTHEENDOFYOURGRILL’SBOXORINSIDEOFBOXFLAP
V2022.4.15
TovalidateyourBullLimitedWarranty,youmust
submitthecompletedtheWarrantyRegistration
Cardwithin90daysfromthedateofpurchase.
Registrationcanbecompletedon‐lineat
Submitticket(ladesk.com)orbysendingthe
completedWarrantyRegistrationCardandcopyof
yourPurchaseReceiptorInvoiceasproofof
purchaseto:
BULLOUTDOORPRODUCTS,INC.
1011EastPineSt.
Lodi,CA95240
Attn:WarrantyServiceCenter
For Warranty Claims or Replacement Parts ordering, please
fill out the area provided below:
PRODUCT INFORMATION REFERENCE CARD
Model Number_____________________________
Serial Number______________________________
(The Serial Number is encoded with essential information
for ordering replacement parts or submitting Warranty
claims. Location of Serial Numbers is shown below)
DateofPurchase______________________
88787

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION OF YOUR GRILL
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PROTECT CHILDREN: NEVER SMOKE DURING USE
Do not allow children to operate the grill.
Keep children away from the grill during use and until the grill has cooled after you are finished.
SAFETY:
1. When using charcoal briquettes or wood chunks, form a pyramid and douse with lighter fluid. Wait until fluid has soaked in before lighting.
2. Cap lighter fluid immediately and place a safe distance from grill.
3. Never add lighter fluid to coals that are already hot or warm.
4. Never use gasoline, kerosene or other highly volatile fluids as a starter. They can explode.
5. As an alternative to lighter fluid, use an electric, solid or metal chimney or other starter specifically made for lighting charcoal briquettes or
wood chunks.
6. Unplug and remove a hot starter with caution and be careful where you place it. Always make sure the starter is completely cool before storing.
7. Never use an electric starter in the rain and/or when standing on wet ground.
8. When using instant light briquettes, do not use lighter fluid, electric, solid or metal chimney-style starters. Do not add more instant
light briquettes once the fire has been lit. Add only regular charcoal briquettes if more are needed.
9. Once the grill is lit, do not touch briquettes or wood chunks to see if they are hot. Keep grill uncovered until ready to cook.
10. Keep vents open while cooking. Charcoal briquettes and wood chunks need oxygen to burn.
11. Allow coals to burn out completely and let ashes cool at least 48 hours before disposing.
12. Dispose of cold ashes by wrapping in heavy-duty aluminum foil and placing in non-combustible container. Be sure no other
combustible materials are nearby.
13. If you must dispose of ashes before completely cooled, place them in heavy-duty foil and soak with water completely before disposing in
non- combustible container.
WARNING:
This grill is designed for outdoor use only. If used indoors, toxic fumes will accumulate and cause serious bodily injury or death.
Do not leave infants, children or pets unattended near a hot grill.
Do not use grill near any combustible materials and/or chemicals. Combustible materials include, but are not limited to, wood or treated
wood decks, patios or porches.
Keep the grill in a level position at all times.
Always put charcoal on top of the charcoal grate and not directly into the bottom of the bowl.
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 vents.
Use proper barbecuing tools with long, heat-resistant handles.
Lining the bowl with aluminum foil will obstruct the air flow. Instead, use a drip pan to catch drippings from meat when cooking by the
indirect method.
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INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR CHARCOAL GRILL
Your charcoal grill comes to you fully assembled. These instructions and illustration will provide you with the measurements necessary for you
or your builder to construct a masonry structure to house your outdoor charcoal grill.
THE LOCATION FOR YOUR GRILL
DO NOT use your grill in garages, porches, breezeways, sheds or other enclosed areas.
Your grill is to be used OUTDOORS ONLY, with at least 21 inches/54 cm/533.4 mm clearance from the back and side of any combustible
surface.
The grill should not be placed under or on top of any surface that will burn.
DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air around the grill housing.
BISON INSTALLATION GUIDELINES AND SPECIFICATIONS:
Do not discard these instructions, retain for future reference.
The grill MUST be installed in accordance with all local building codes.
Grill Location:
When choosing a location for your grill, keep in mind that it should never be located under any overhead combustible construction.
Grill Cabinetry:
Your charcoal grill MUST be installed in a cabinet constructed using only non-combustible materials.
Any adjacent combustible materials MUST have a horizontal clearance of 21 inches from the sides and back of the grill.
6 inches minimum clearance is required behind grill to allow front portion of hood to open and for ventilation purposes.
Grill cabinet MUST have Upper and Ground level vents MUST be provided for combustion air on both sides of built-in cabinet.
Vents on Grill insert MUST remain unobstructed to allow for combustion air and ventilation.
The grill has a removable 15 1/2” x 14” x 2 1/2” ash collection box that must not be obstructed by cabinet construction.
Grill Installation: See illustration above for
Cabinet wall opening dimensions required to install Grill into wall opening
Do not use any combustible materials for this construction. 

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE:
Place the grill outdoors on a hard, level, non-combustible surface away from roof overhang or any combustible material.
Never use on wood or other surfaces that could burn.
Place the grill away from open windows or doors to prevent smoke from entering your house.
Place the grill in an outdoor area that is protected from the wind.
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CAUTION: DO NOT LEAVE GRILL UNATTENDED WHILE IN USE.
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EXCLUSIVE FEATURES
- Air vent butterfly dampers at both sides of the lid control rate of burn for your choice of high intensity heat, slow roasting or smoking (see
illustrations below).
Air Vent Closed Air Vent Open
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Grill door with air shutter can control the airflow (see illustrations below).
Grill Vents Closed Grill Vents Open
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONT.)
- Remove Cooking grill to access Charcoal holding trays to load Charcoal Briquets. 
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-Rotate the height adjustment knob to adjust the charcoal bed for multi-level heat control
- Qty. 4 Cooking Grates
AFTER USE SAFETY:
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- Always allow grill and all components to cool completely before handling.
- Never leave coals and ashes in grill unattended. Make sure coals and ashes are completely extinguished before removing.
- Before grill can be left unattended, remaining coals and ashes must be removed from grill. Place remaining coals and ashes in a non-
combustible metal container and completely saturate with water. Allow coals and water to remain in metal container 24 hours prior to disposing.
- Extinguished coals and ashes should be placed a safe distance from all structures and combustible materials.
- With a garden hose, completely wet surface beneath and around the grill to extinguish any ashes, coals or embers which may have fallen during
the cookout or cleaning process.
- Cover and store grill in a protected area away from children and pets.

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CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
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CLEANING THE GRILL
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4 easy steps to help you clean your grill:
Make sure the grill is cool and coals are totally extinguished.
Remove the cooking and charcoal grates.
Remove ashes.
Wash your grill in a mild soap and warm water solution. You can also use a washcloth or a vegetable brush to clean your grill and wipe down.
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CLEANING THE COOKING GRATES
Before first use and periodically it is suggested that you wash the cooking grates in a mild soap and warm water solution. You can also
use a washcloth or a vegetable brush to clean your cooking grates.
HOW TO ORDER REPLACEMENT PARTS
This is where your Product Information Reference Card will come in handy for supplying necessary info needed
by your Bull Authorized Dealer to assure you get the correct part(s) for your Grill or additional accessories to keep
your Grill in top working condition. If you don’t have the card, you can still get the model number and serial number
on the inside of the left side panel. That information is required for parts orders.
Please refer to your owner’s manual parts list and illustration to identify what you need.
To Order Replacement Parts on-line go to: https://www.bullbbq.com/buy-parts
Ordering Parts by phone:
Bull is ready to help with two regional suppliers
open 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.
For the Western Region, call [phone]
For the Eastern Region, call [phone]
INSPECT YOUR SIDE CART FOR ANY DAMAGE AND
CONTACT OUR SERVICE CENTER OR LOCAL
DEALER FOR REPLACEMENT OF ANY DAMAGED
PARTS. IF DAMAGED DO NOT ATTEMPT
INSTALLATION.
CAUTION: REGARDING CONVERTING YOUR GRILL FROM LIQUID PROPANE TO NATURAL GAS OR VISA-VERSA.
Your Grill’s gas valve is pre-set at the factory specifically for the gas the Grill was intended for. That means a different or
specific gas valve must be installed when converting from one type of gas to another. Before you start, be sure to
contact your gas supplier or your Bull Grill Dealer who will be ready to supply the correct conversion kits needed.
WARNING:
Using sharp objects to clean the cooking grate or remove ashes will damage the finish.
Using abrasive cleaners on the cooking grate or the grill itself will damage the finish.
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PARTS LIST AND EXPLODED ILLUSTRATION
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BISON PREMIUM GRILL PARTS LIST
EXPLODED
ILLUSTRATION
ITEM #
BULL
PART # DESCRIPTION QTY
WARRANT
Y
PERIOD
SHOWN IN
Y
EARS
1 88703
BISON PREMIUM
INSERT
ASSEMBL
Y
1
5
2 88704
BISON PREMIUM
CHARCOAL BED
BRACKET
1
1
3 88705
BISON PREMIUM
CHARCOAL GRID
BRACKET
1 1
4 88708
CHARCOAL GRID
ASSEMBLY
PLATE
2 1
5 88706
BISON PREMIUM
CHARCOAL GRID
3 1
6 88707
BISON PREMIUM
CHARCOAL GRID
FRAME
3 1
7 16517
COOKING GRATE
4
LIFETIME
8 88701
BISON PREMIUM
HOOD - REAR
1 1
9 88700
BISON PREMIUM
HOOD - FRONT
1 1
10 16509
TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
1 1
11 16673
TEMPERATURE
GAUGE
BEZEL
1 1
12 67004
LID HANDLE
CENTER BAR
1 1
13 16522
LID HANDLE
END CAP
2 1
14 67007
WARMING RACK
1 1
15 88702
BISON PREMIUM
HOOD AIR VENT
BUTTERFLY
DAMPER
2 1
16 88711
BISON PREMIUM
GREASE/ASH
TRAY
1 1
17 67027
ASH PAN
DAMPER
1 1
18 88709
BISON PREMIUM
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
BOLT
1 1
19 88710
BISON PREMIUM
HAND CRANK
1 1
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Warranty Policy
LIMITEDWARRANTYONBULLOUTDOORPRODUCTS,INC.,PRODUCTS
THISLIMITEDWARRANTYGIVESYOUSPECIFICLEGALRIGHTS.YOUMAYALSOHAVEOTHERRIGHTS,
WHICHVARYFROMSTATETOSTATE.
THISLIMITEDWARRANTYCANALSOBEFOUNDONOURWEBSITEAT:
https://www.bullbbq.com/support-warranty(UnitedStatesCustomers);
https://www.bullbbq.eu/en/warrantyform.htm(InternationalCustomers)
ANDINTHEOWNER’S/INSTALLATIONMANUALTHATWEPROVIDEWITHOUR
PRODUCT.
THISLIMITEDWARRANTYISSUBJECTTOTHEEXCLUSIONS,CONDITIONSANDLIMITATIONSSETFORTH
BELOW.
ANYIMPLIEDWARRANTIESIMPOSEDBYLAW,INCLUDINGWITHOUTLIMITATIONTHEIMPLIED
WARRANTIESOFMRECHANTABILITYANDFITNESSFORAPARTICULARPURPOSE,ARELIMITEDIN
DURATIONTOTHEDURATIONOFTHISEXPRESSLIMITEDWARRANTY.SOMESTATESDONOTALLOW
LIMITATIONSONHOWLONGANIMPLIEDWARRANTYLASTS,SOTHEABOVELIMITATIONMAYNOTAPPLY
TOYOU.
WHOMAYUSETHISWARRANTY?
BULL OUTDOOR PRODUCTS, INC. located at address 1011 East Pine St. Lodi, CA. 95240
("we") extend this limited warranty only to the consumer who originally purchased the product ("you") at the
original site of delivery or installation. It does not extend to any subsequent owner or other transferee of the
product. It does not apply to products installed in any rental, commercial or non-residential application. Examples
of excluded applications include, but are not limited to day care centers, schools, bed and breakfast centers,
churches, private clubs, fire stations, club houses, common areas in multi-family dwellings, restaurants, hotels,
nursing homes, food service locations and institutional food service locations.
WHATDOESTHISWARRANTYCOVER?
This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship of the product and product components
identified below for the Warranty Periods defined below.
WHATISTHEPERIODOFCOVERAGE?
This limited warranty starts on the date of your purchase and lasts for the time period or time periods specified
above (the "WarrantyPeriod"). The Warranty Period is not extended if we repair or replace the product. We may
change the availability of this limited warranty at our discretion, but any changes will not be retroactive.

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Warranty Policy (Continued)
GrillWarrantyPeriods
The following parts are covered for oneyear on all our current gas grill models:
The lid, control panel, grease tray, bezels, knobs, temperature gauge, valves, regulator, flex tubes, rotisserie burner,
transformer, and all components of the lighting system.
The following parts are covered for threeyears on all our current gas grill models:
The manifold, handle end caps, flame tamers, heat shields, and warming rack.
The following parts are covered for lifetime on all our current gas grill models:
Insert assembly and the grates.
The warranty period for the grill burners vary by type:
Cast stainless steel burners - lifetime,
Welded burners – 5years, and
Porcelain coated burners – 3years.
The warranty period for the charcoal grill is oneyear on all parts, except for the insert assembly, which is covered
for 5years.
The Bel Air grill included a one‐year warranty on all parts.
ComponentWarrantyPeriods
All of the parts for our components/grill carts/refrigerators/kegerators/drawers/doors are covered for oneyear
with these exceptions:
Power Burner
The insert/grates are lifetime covered parts.
The manifold/burner are covered for 3years.
Searing Station/Slide in Double Side burner
The grates are covered for lifetime,
the insert for 5years, and
the manifold for 3years.
Single Side burner
The grates are covered for 5years and
the burner for 3years.
Sidekick
The burner is covered for 3years.
PizzaOvens/Islands/FireFeaturesWarrantyPeriods
All of the parts and construction materials are covered for oneyear.
Grill Accessories and Grill Covers do not include a warranty period.

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Warranty Policy (Continued)
WHATDOESTHISWARRANTYNOTCOVER?
This limited warranty does not cover any damage due to: (a) transportation; (b) storage; (c) improper installation or use;
(d) use on improper fuel/gas supply; (e) failure to follow the product instructions or to perform any preventive
maintenance; (f) modifications; (g) unauthorized repair; (h) normal wear and tear; or (i) external causes such as
accidents, abuse, or other actions or events beyond our reasonable control.
WHATAREYOURREMEDIESUNDERTHISWARRANTY?
With respect to any defective product claim made during the Warranty Period, we will, in our sole discretion, either:
repair or replace such product (or the defective part) free of charge or (b) refund the purchase price of such product. We
will not pay for shipping charges for repaired or replacement parts, or for any labor or labor related charges. We will not
pay for any accessory products or ancillary products purchased by you for use in connection with the product.
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HOWDOYOUOBTAINWARRANTYSERVICE?
To obtain warranty service, you must submit a warranty claim online through the Bullbq.com website during the
Warranty Period. Warranty claims will not be accepted via email, fax or phone.
LIMITATIONOFLIABILITY
THEREMEDIESDESCRIBEDABOVEAREYOURSOLEANDEXCLUSIVEREMEDIESANDOURENTIRELIABILITYFOR
ANYBREACHOFTHISLIMITEDWARRANTY.OURLIABILITYSHALLUNDERNOCIRCUMSTANCESEXCEEDTHE
ACTUALAMOUNTPAIDBYYOUFORTHEDEFECTIVEPRODUCT,NORSHALLWEUNDERANYCIRCUMSTANCESBE
LIABLEFORANYCONSEQUENTIAL,INCIDENTAL,SPECIALORPUNITIVEDAMAGESORLOSSES,WHETHERDIRECT
ORINDIRECT.
SOMESTATESDONOTALLOWTHEEXCLUSIONORLIMITATIONOFINCIDENTALORCONSEQUENTIALDAMAGES,
SOTHEABOVELIMITATIONOREXCLUSIONMAYNOTAPPLYTOYOU.
Revised 10-15-2020 APR
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