Carolina Cooker KY1813D User manual

Charcoal Grill with Rotisserie
Read and understand this manual to safely operate and maintain this product.
KY1813D

Failure to follow these hazard instructions when using the Carolina Cooker® Charcoal Grill with
Rotisserie could result in a re or explosion causing property damage, personal injury, or even death.
IMPORTANT
Read and follow the instructions within this manual.
Even though all the safety instructions in this Owner’s Guide are important and should be read and understood before
using this grill, these are some of the more important user instructions. Failure to comply could result in a re, property
damage, or personal injury.
1. This grill is for outdoor use only and should never be left unattended. Constant supervision is necessary.
2. Keep children away from the grill.
3. This grill will remain at temperatures dangerous enough to cause severe burns long after the air vents are closed to
extinguish the charcoal. Never touch the grill until it has cooled to 115˚F (45˚C) or less. Do not move or put the
grill into storage until it is cool to the touch.
4. Only operate grill on a hard, stable, level surface capable of supporting the grill’s weight. Never operate grill sitting
directly on a combustible support surfaces under any circumstance.
5. Never operate this grill within 10 feet (3m) of any structure, extended awnings, combustible material. Never operate
this grill within 25 feet (7.5m) of any ammable liquid, gas container, or LP tank.
6. Read all the operating instructions before lighting the charcoal.
7. Use a wax-based starter stick or other natural re starting material to light the charcoal.
8. If a re should occur, immediately move away from the grill and call your local re department.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Whenever the grill is in use, slowly open the lid to prevent a back-draft situation which can result in
severe burns.
2. Hot coals or embers are created as a result of burning charcoal and naturally fall into the ash dump pan
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4. This grill is not for commercial use but is intended for residential use only.
5. Inspect the grill before each use and replace any damaged or worn parts as needed.
WARNING
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Please Keep This Manual For Future Reference.

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Table of Contents
1. General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.1 Welcome to the Carolina Cooker® Family . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
1.3 It’s All About Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4 Unanswered Questions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5 End of Life Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.7 Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2. Safety Nomenclature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.1 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2 Safety Alert Symbols . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.2.1 Personal Protection/Important
Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.2.2 Prohibited Actions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
2.2.3 Hazard Avoidance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3. General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.1 Carbon Monoxide Hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
3.2 General Operating Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
3.3 Flashback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.4 Location Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.5 Personal Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.6 Cooking Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4. Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
4.1 Contents Chart. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
5. Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.1 General Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
5.2 Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
5.3 Rotisserie Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
5.4 Rotisserie Assembly Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6. Using the Grill . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1 Cooking Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1.1 Prior to Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1.2 While Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
6.1.3 After Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
7. Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.1 General Informations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.2 Removing Ashes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.3 Annual Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8. Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.1 Maintenance Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
8.2 Maintenance Items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
9. Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
10. Replacement Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
11. Parts Breakdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

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1.1 Welcome to the Carolina Cooker®
Family
The Carolina Cooker’s Charcoal Grill with Rotisserie is one
of the best residential outdoor grills on the market.
This grill is not intended for
commercial use.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR OUTDOOR
USE ONLY !
!
NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE
1. General Information
1.2 Features

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WARNING
!
Think SAFETY!
Work SAFETY!
Grills maintained or operated improperly, or by untrained
users, can be dangerous; exposing the user and/or by-
standers to possible serious injury or death.
1.4 Unanswered Questions
If you have any questions not answered in this guide,
require additional copies, or the Owner’s Guide is
damaged, please contact:
Carolina Cooker®
P.O. Box 799
Garner, NC 27529
Orders: 833-926-6537
Inquiries: 844-478-4334
Web: www.CarolinaCooker.com
1.5 End of Life Cycle
This grill is designed to prepare food for human
consumption. When the grill is no longer capable
of performing its designed function, destruction of the
grill should be conducted according to federal
and local environmental regulations. Do not use any
materials or components from the grill for any
other purpose.
1.7 Specications
Description Specication
Construction Heat resistance cooking grill body
Cooking Surface
(Cooking Grid) 420squareinches
Cooking Surface
(Warming Rack) 136squareinches
Fuel Type Charcoal
Weight 48.5 pounds
Color Black
Shelves Fold-downfrontshelf&xedside
shelf
Venting Adjustable air vents
Dimensions 42.5in.x28in.x40.5in.
1.3 It’s All About Safety
Your safety, and the safety of others, is very important.
The proper and safe use of this grill is an important
responsibility and should be taken seriously. This
Operator’s Guide contains important safety information.
Keep this Owner’s Guide for future reference.
The information, specications, and illustrations/
photos in this Owner’s Guide are based on the
information that was available at the time this material
was published. We reserve the right to change
specications or design at any time without notice.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without
written permission from Direct Distributors, Inc. which is
a Carolina Cooker® Distributor.
To help you make informed decisions about safe operation
and maintenance of this grill, you will nd important
safety information in a variety of forms, including:
• The General Safety section in this Owner’s Guide.
• Specic safety instructions in sections, such as
Operation, Maintenance, Cleaning, etc. in this Owner’s
Guide.
Read, Understand, and Follow the
Owner’s Guide
TAKE SAFETY SERIOUSLY. Even though the
safety instructions and informational text in
this Operator’s Guide may seem long and tiresome, they
are provided for your safety and those nearby the grill
when it is operating.
To prevent property damage, personal injury, or even
death, carefully read, understand, and follow ALL warnings
and instructions contained within this Owner’s Guide and/
or other referenced publications.
This grill, if not used and maintained properly, can be
dangerous to users unfamiliar with its operation. Do not
operate, maintain, adjust, or clean this grill until you have
read this Owner’s Guide and have developed a thorough
understanding of the safety precautions and functions of
the grill.
This grill is designed for the specic purpose
of preparing food for human consumption. DO NOT
modify or use this equipment for any application
other than that for which it was designed.

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This Owner’s Guide contains DANGERS, WARNINGS,
CAUTIONS, SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, IMPORTANT
NOTICES, and NOTES which must be followed to
prevent the possibility of improper service, damage to
the equipment, personal injury, or death. The following
key words call the readers’ attention to potential
hazards.
Hazards are identied by the “Safety Alert Symbol”
and followed by a signal word such as “DANGER”,
“WARNING”, or “CAUTION”.
DANGER
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
NOTICE
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to
alert you to potential physical injury hazards.
Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
!
2.2 Safety Alert Symbols
• Indicates specic safety-related instructions or
procedures.
Note: Contains additional information important to a
procedure.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in serious injury or death. This
signal word is limited to the most extreme situations.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in serious injury or death.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates that equipment or property damage can
result if instructions are not followed.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2. Safety Nomenclature
2.1 General
Safety of the user and bystanders is one of the main
concerns in designing and developing a new product.
Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety
features as possible. However, every year many
accidents occur which could have been avoided by a
few seconds of thought and a more careful approach
to handling the grill.
Most accidents are caused by failure to observe basic
safety rules or precautions. An accident can often
be avoided by recognizing potentially hazardous
situations before an accident occurs. As you assemble,
use, or maintain the grill, you must be alert to
potential hazards. You should also have the necessary
training, skills, and tools to perform any assembly or
maintenance procedures.
Improper operation and maintenance of this grill
could result in a dangerous situation that could cause
injury or death.
Do not assemble, operate, or maintain the
grill until you read and understand the
information contained in this Owner’s Guide.
Safety precautions and warnings are pro-
vided in this Owner’s Guide and on the grill.
If these hazard warnings are not heeded,
bodily injury or death could occur to you or
to other persons.
Carolina Cooker® cannot anticipate every possible
circumstance that might involve a potential hazard.
The warnings in this Owner’s Guide and on the
grill are, therefore, not all-inclusive. If a method
of assembly, use, or maintenance not specically
recommended by us is used, you must satisfy yourself
that it is safe for you and for others. You should also
ensure that the grill will not be damaged or be
made unsafe by the methods that you choose.
!
WARNING
!

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2.2.1 Personal Protection/Important Information
Read the Owner’s Guide
Eye protection
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Hand protection
Protective shoes
Think safety
Handling hot surfaces
Maintain safe distance to combustible materials
Get assistance
Open Slowly
Low internal temperature
High internal temperature
Place on solid surface
Do not light with ammable fuels
Do not move when lit
Follow Instructions
Maintenance safety
2.2.2 Prohibited Actions
Do not alter or modify
Do not weld
No Alcoholic inuence
No drug inuence
Do not move when lit
No use by young children
Do not operate inside a vehicle
Do not operate inside a tent or other temporary
structure
Do not leave unattended
Do not use on boats or other oating structures
Do not use under overhanging structures
Do not use inside garage or living structure
Keep small children and pets away
2.2.3 Hazard Avoidance
Replace defective or broken parts
Fire hazard or ashback
Hot surface burn hazard
Dangerous fumes hazard
Operate outdoors and in well ventilated area
Safety alert symbol
Open slowly

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3.2 General Operating Safety
Failure to comply with the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury and possibly even death.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions and
warnings in this Owner’s Guide before using the
grill.
Do not use the grill if it is damaged in any way. If in
doubt, do not use or replace the damaged parts.
Use grill only in well-ventilated areas.
Do not attempt to assemble, use, or maintain
this grill under the inuence of drugs or alco-
hol. Consult your doctor before using the grill
while taking prescription or non-prescription medications.
NEVER use this grill as a heat source. It is not
intended as a source of heat, nor should it be
used as a heater.
Always keep children and pets away from the grill.
Do not allow children to operate grill.
Do not allow anyone to conduct activities around
this grill during or following its use until the grill has
cooled. The grill is hot during operation and remains
hot long after cooking is complete.
Never attempt to use the grill or any components
that have been damaged. If in doubt, do not use the
grill.
Do not modify the grill’s metal components
or any of its safety devices. Unauthorized
modications may impair its function and
safety. Personal injury or death can result from unautho-
rized modications. If the grill has been altered in any way
from the original design, the distributor does not accept
any liability for injury or warranty.
Multiple Dwelling Locations: Check with manage-
ment or the owner for special requirements or re
codes of using a charcoal grill at your location.
3.1 Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
Combustion of propane gas produces
poisonous carbon monoxide gas that
can build up to dangerous levels in enclosed areas.
Breathing carbon monoxide can cause
unconsciousness, brain damage, and death. Never
use the grill in an enclosed or partially enclosed
area.
Carbon monoxide is odorless, colorless, and
tasteless, which makes it dicult to detect. Most
cases of carbon monoxide poisoning are due to
inadequate ventilation or poor maintenance of the
grill.
Early symptoms of carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning
can mimic many common ailments and may easily be
confused with food poisoning, viral infections, u, or
simple tiredness. Symptoms to watch for include:
• headaches or dizziness
• breathlessness
• nausea
• loss of consciousness
• tiredness
• pains in the chest or stomach
• erratic behavior
• visual problems
3. General Safety
This grill is not intended for
commercial use.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
FOR OUTDOOR
USE ONLY !
!
NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE
WARNING
!
This grill is designed for the specic purpose of preparing
food for human consumption. DO NOT modify or use this
equipment for any application other than that for which it
was designed.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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3.3 Flashback
Flashback occurs when a large amount of oxygen
(fresh air) rushes into the grill body containing an
open ame or even smoldering coals. This rush of
oxygen can explosively ignite causing a dangerous ash-
back or ame surges.
Slowly open the lid of the grill especially when the
temperature is above 300˚F/150˚C. Never quickly
open the lid of a hot grill which can result in ash-
backs, ame surges, or back drafts.
When opening the lid, keep hands, face, and body
safe from hot air and ame are-ups.
To prevent a ashback:
1. Slowly introduce oxygen (fresh air) into the
cooking chamber:
a. Slowly raise the lid an inch and wait
approximately 3 seconds to allow air into the
cooking chamber. This helps prevent any ame
surge that tries to escape as the lid is opened.
or
b. Open vents and wait approximately 5 seconds to
make sure your re is getting enough
oxygen (fresh air).
2. Slowly continue to raise the lid until it is
fully open.
3.4 Location Safety
Failure to comply with the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury and possibly even death.
Never operate this grill in an enclosed
structure, such as a house, garage,
enclosed patio, pavilion, tent
structure, or other types of enclosures.
Do NOT use under a tree, park shelter, or other over-
hanging roof structure.
Do NOT use inside a vehicle, such as a food truck or
other type of food serving vehicle.
Do NOT use in or on a recreational structure or
vehicle, boat, or sleeping facility.
Keep the grill at least 10 ft. (3 m) from any combusti-
ble material.
Do not place the grill directly near any combustible
surface!
The following safety instructions are provided to help pre-
vent potential injury. Not following these instructions may
lead to injury.
The grill must be placed securely on a level surface
prior to use.
Be aware of dry leaves, decking and other combus-
tible materials that are close to the grill while it is
in use, as they may present a re hazard if any hot
charcoal or sparks are allowed to come into contact.
Be aware that local ordinances may specify
distance to place any outdoor grill from a
structure or may limit outdoor ame of any
type during drought or re hazard periods.
— Never operate this grill within 25 feet (8 meters) of
any ammable liquid, or gas cylinder.
— Never operate this grill within 10 feet (3 meters) of
any structure or combustibles.
— Keep the immediate area around the grill free from
combustible materials.
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!

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3.5 Personal Protection
The following safety instructions are provided to
help prevent potential injury. Not following these
instructions may lead to injury.
Always wear safety glasses when
assembling the grill.
— Wear appropriate apparel such as closed toe
shoes and gloves.
— Do not wear loose clothing that could melt or
be highly ammable near the grill.
Use well-insulated, gloves or oven mitts for
protection from hot surfaces.
Clear the area of people, especially small children,
and pets, before using the grill. Under no circum-
stances should children, pets, or unauthorized
persons be allowed near the grill.
Have a rst aid kit available for use should the need
arise and know how to use it.
Protection Against Fire
Failure to comply with the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury and possibly even death.
In the event of re immediately call the Fire
Department (911).
Have a Type BC or ABC re extinguisher available for
use, if needed, and know how to use it.
3.6 Cooking Safety
Failure to comply with the following safety instructions
could result in serious injury and possibly even death.
CAUTION
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
4. Contents
Before beginning assembly, read and understand
the information contained in this Owner’s Guide.
Safety precautions and warnings are provided
in this Owner’s Guide and on the grill. If
these hazard warnings are not heeded, bodily injury
or death could occur to you or to other persons.
WARNING
!
!
4.1 Contents
The grill is shipped in a single box. Note that some parts are
also packed inside the grill’s body.
Check the contents of the box to be sure all parts are
present prior to assembly. If parts are damaged
call 833-926-6537.