Char-Griller 2197 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
Traditional™
Charcoal Grill
Keep your receipt with this manual for
Warranty.
CUSTOMER SERVICE
1-912-638-4724
[e-mail]
Model #2197
Contents of this manual are Trademarked and Copyrighted by Char-Griller | A&J Manufacturing.
Using the information contained in this manual without consent of Char-Griller and/or A&J
Manufacturing is strictly prohibited.
OM_2197_ED_ A.1

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Warnings & Warranty...............................A-1
Assembly Instructions ..................................... B-1
Product Usage .................................................. C-1
Recipes .............................................................. D-1
Accessories ....................................................... E-1

A-1
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE
ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR GRILL
Read the following instructions carefully and be sure your appliance is properly assembled, installed,
and maintained. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious bodily injury and/or property
damage. If you have any questions concerning assembly or operation, call 912-638-4724.
• Grill is for use outdoors and in well-ventilated areas, only.
• Use caution when assembling and operating your grill to avoid scrapes or cuts from sharp edges.
• Do not use gasoline, kerosene, or alcohol to light charcoal. Use of any of these or similar products
could cause an explosion possibly leading to severe bodily injury.
• Do not leave a lit grill unattended. Keep children and pets away from grill at all times.
• Use caution when moving grill to prevent strains.
• Keep grill at least 15 feet from any combustible material (decks, buildings, fences, trees, bushes,
etc).
• When adding charcoal and/or wood, use extreme caution.
• Never move grill when it is in use or when it contains hot coals or ashes.
• Do not place grill near ammable liquids, gases, or where ammable vapors may be present.
• Use caution since ames can are-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with re.
• When opening the lid, keep hands, face, and body safe from hot steam and ame are-ups.
• WARNING: To avoid injuries gloves or other protective articles should be used when touching the
ash pan hangers.
• Do not exceed a temperature of 400°F.
• Do not allow charcoal and/ or wood to rest on the walls of grill. Doing so will greatly reduce the life of
the grill.
• Always wear oven mitts to protect hands from burns. Avoid touching hot surfaces.
• CAUTION: Exposed metal dampers on air vents and and/or metal handles are hot during usage.
Again, always wear oven mitts when adjusting air ow to protect hands from burns.
California Proposition 65 WARNING:
WARNING: This product and combustion by-products produced when using this
product contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects, or other reproductive harm.

A-2
• When opening lid, make sure it is pushed all the way back so it rests against the lid support
brackets. Use extreme caution as hood could fall back to a closed position and cause bodily injury.
• Close lid and all dampers to help su󰀨ocate ame.
• Always hold an open lid from the handle to prevent it from closing unexpectedly.
• Never leave coals and ashes unattended. Before grill can be left unattended, coals and ashes must
be removed. Use caution to protect yourself and property.
• Carefully place remaining coals and ashes in a noncombustible metal container and saturate
completely with water. Allow coals and water to remain in metal container 24 hours prior to
disposing.
• To protect against bacteria that could cause illness, keep all meats refrigerated and thaw in
refrigerator or microwave. Keep raw meats separate from other foods, and wash everything that
comes in contact with raw meat.
• Cook meat thoroughly, and refrigerate leftovers immediately.
• Use a calibrated food thermometer and the USDA guidelines to ensure that meat, poultry, seafood,
and other cooked foods reach a safe minimum internal temperature.
• Always have a re extinguisher near at all times. Maintain and check your re extinguisher regularly.
THESE WARNINGS ALSO APPLY TO THE SIDE FIRE BOX.
REGISTER YOUR GRILL:
To take full advantage of the Char-Griller warranty be sure to register your grill by visiting
www.CharGriller.com/Register or calling Customer Service at 1-912-638-4724.
Registration provides important protections:
1. In the extremely unlikely event of a product recall Char-Griller can easily contact you and rectify the
issue.
2. If a warrantied part is broken or missing we can send you the needed parts promptly.
NOTE: You will need your model #, serial number, and a copy of the original sales receipt when
registering.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
(Continued)

A-3
STOP! CALL FIRST!
Do NOT Return Product to Store.
This grill has been made according to the highest of quality standards. If you have any questions that
are not addressed in this manual or if you need parts please call our Customer Service Department at
1-912-638-4724 (USA) or email Char-Griller at: [e-mail] and have your serial number
handy.
Document Your Grill Model and Serial Numbers HERE:
(Model and Serial number are located on the back of the grill body or on the leg.)
________________________ _______________________
(MODEL #) (SERIAL #)
(example)

A-4
WARRANTY INFORMATION
A COPY OF THE DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE (RECEIPT) IS REQUIRED WHEN REGISTERING OR SUB-
MITTING A WARRANTY* CLAIM. PLEASE RETAIN A COPY OF THE RECEIPT FOR YOUR RECORDS.
Char-Griller will replace any defective part of its grillers/smokers, under warranty, as outlined below.
PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION IN DETAIL AND IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT CUSTOMER
SERVICE AT 912-638-4724 OR [email protected].
SURFACE RUST IS NOT CONSIDERED A MANUFACTURING OR MATERIALS DEFECT
Char-Griller grills are made of steel and if exposed to the elements rust will occur naturally. Please refer to the
section entitled, “Usage” to review how to care for your grill properly.
Surface issues such as scratches, dents, corrosion or discoloring by heat, abrasive and chemical clearers, surface
rust or the discoloration of steel surfaces are NOT covered under these warranties.
Warranties are for the replacement of defective parts only. Char-Griller is not responsible for damage resulting
from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, hostile environments, improper installation, and installation not in accor-
dance with local codes of service of unit.
Excluded Under ALL Warranties
Paint; Surface Rust; Heat Damage; Incorrect Parts ordered by customer, including shipping; Worn Parts; Missing
or damaged parts not reported within two (2) months of purchase date; Defective parts not reported within one (1)
year of purchase date; Fading grill cover.
*NOTE: For warranty claims, photos and prepaid return of the item in question may be required. Misuse, abuse or
commercial use nullies all warranties.
Charcoal / Pellet / Kamado Grills
Grill - Hood AND Bottom
(excludes removable Ash Pan)
5 years from date of purchase for rust
through / burn through
Ash Pan AND Defective Parts 1 year from date of purchase
Gas Grills
Grill Hood (TOP half) AND Main Burner Tubes
(exckudes Side Burner)
5 years from date of purchase for rust
through / burn through
Grill Body (BOTTOM half) AND Side Burner
AND Defective Parts
1 year from date of purchase
Dual Fuel Grills (Gas & Charcoal)
Charcoal Grill - Hood AND Bottom AND Gas
Grill Hood (TOP half) AND Main Burner Tubes
(excludes Ash Pan and Side Burner)
5 years from date of purchase for rust
through / burn through
Ash Pan AND Defective Parts AND Gas Grill
Body (BOTTOM half) AND Side Burner
1 year from date of purchase
Parts, Accessories, and Grill Covers 1 year from date of purchase
(seam tears only for covers)

B-1
CAUTION: Handles are Hot
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

B-2
PARTS LIST
27
1
2
5
78
9
16
12 10
11
33
14
4
6
13
21
17
19
20
18
22
23
24
29
30
28
31
37
35
34
33
36
32
25 26
15

B-3
Item QTY Part Name
1 1 GRILL HOOD
2 1 WARMING RACK
3 2 HOOD HINGES
4 3 COOKGRATE
5 1 CHARCOAL TRAY
6 1 PLATE, FILLER
7 1 GRILL BODY
8 2 SIDE SHELF
9 1 RIGHT DAMPER
10 2 WIRE HANDLE KNOB
11 2 DAMPER WIRE HANDLE
12 1 CRANK HANDLE INDICATOR SPIN
13 1 CRANK HANDLE
14 2 RIGHT LEG
15 2 SQUARE LEG CAP
16 1 BOTTOM SHELF
17 2 8” WHEEL
18 1 AXLE ROD
29 2 HUB CAP
20 2 LEFT LEG
21 1 GREASE TRAY HANDLE
22 1 GREASE TRAY
23 1 FRONT DOOR HANDLE
24 1 HANDLE BEZEL
25 1 FRONT DOOR
26 1 DOOR LOCK
27 1 BOTTLE OPENER
28 1 LEFT DAMPER
39 3 UTENSIL HOOK
30 2 LOWER ARM LIFTER, CRANK
31 1 LIFTER ARM, CRANK, ASSEMBLY
32 1 SMOKESTACK
33 1 HOOD HANDLE
34 2 HANDLE BEZEL
35 1 LOGO PLATE
36 1 THERMOMETER BEZEL
37 1 THERMOMETER
PARTS LIST

B-4
Hardware Pack: 551070
HARDWARE AND TOOLS
NEEDED
Assembly: Requires 2 people. Get another person to help. Tools Needed: Pliers, Phillips Head
Screwdriver and a 7/16” Nut Driver.
NOTE: Do Not tighten any bolts unless instructed to do so. Tightening too soon may prohibit
parts from fitting together. All Hex Nuts should be on the inside of the grill unless stated other-
wise. Unpack all contents in a well cleared and padded area.
Estimated Assembly Time: 45 minutes
¼-20x ½” HEX BOLT...................... 32 PCS
¼-20x 1 ½” HEX BOLT................... 2 PCS
¼” 20 HEX NUT.............................. 6 PCS
M5 SHOULDER BOLT ...................8 PCS
2/5” FLAT WASHER.......................2 PCS
SMALL COTTER PIN..................... 2 PCS
LARGE COTTER PIN..................... 3 PCS
UTENSIL HOOK............................. 3 PCS
HUB CAP........................................ 2 PCS

B-5
Step 1
Attach the LEFT LEG and RIGHT LEG to GRILL BODY using twelve (12) ¼-20 x ½” HEX BOLTS.
Hex Bolt
Hex Bolt
PARTS USED IN STEP:
½” Hex Bolts (12)
Left Legs
Right Legs

B-6
Step 2
Attach BOTTOM SHELF to LEGS using four (4) ¼-20 x ½” HEX BOLTS.
Hex Bolt
PARTS USED IN STEP:
½” Hex Bolts (4)
Bottom Shelf

B-7
Step 3
Install one (1) FLAT WASHER, one (1) COTTER PIN, and one (1) HUB CAP onto AXLE, then
slide AXLE through WHEELS and LEFT LEGS, as shown below. Finish by attaching 2nd FLAT
WASHER, COTTER PIN, and HUB CAP.
Hub Cap
Flat Washer
Wheel
Cotter Pin
Hub Cap (2)
PARTS USED IN STEP:
Large Cotter Pin (2)
2/5” Flat Washer (2)
Axle

B-8
Step 4
Attach two (2) ¼-20 x ½” HEX BOLTS to SIDE FIREBOX SUPPORT BRACKET.
PARTS USED IN STEP:
½” Hex Bolts (2)
Hex Bolt
SFB Support Bracket

B-9
Step 5
Install FRONT DOOR HANDLE through DOOR HANDLE BEZEL and FRONT DOOR then attach
DOOR LOCK, one (1) FLAT WASHER, one (1) LOCK WASHER, and one (1) ¼” 20 HEX NUT.
Hex Nut
Handle
Lock Washer
Door Lock
Bezel
Flat Washer

B-10
Step 6
Attach LEFT & RIGHT DAMPERS to GRILL BODY using eight (8) M5 SHOULDER BOLTS.
Then attach a DAMPER HANDLE to DAMPER using one (1) COTTER PIN, as shown below.
Repeat process for the second DAMPER.
EXPLODED VIEW
Cotter Pin
Damper
Damper Handle
PARTS USED IN STEP:
M5 Shoulder Bolt (8)
Small Cotter Pin (2)
Shoulder Bolt
Shoulder Bolt

B-11
Step 7
Attach SIDE SHELVES onto GRILL BODY using eight (8) ¼-20 x ½” HEX BOLTS, as shown below.
PARTS USED IN STEP:
½” Hex Bolts (8)
Hex Bolt
Side Shelf

B-12
Step 8
Attach CRANK HANDLE to GRILL BODY using one (1) LARGE COTTER PIN.
Large Cotter Pin
Crank Handle
Step 9
Attach BOTTLE OPENER to GRILL BODY using two (2) ¼-20 x ½” HEX BOLTS.
PARTS USED IN STEP:
½” Hex Bolts (2) Hex Bolt
Bottle Opener
PARTS USED IN STEP:
Large Cotter Pin (1)

B-13
Step 10
Assemble GREASE TRAY HANDLE to GREASE TRAY using two (2) ¼-20 x ½” HEX BOLTS. Then
install GREASE TRAY/HANDLE ASSEMBLY to GRILL BODY.
Hex Bolt
PARTS USED IN STEP:
½” Hex Bolts (2)
Grease Tray Handle
Grease Tray

B-14
Step 11
Assemble HOOD HANDLE and HANDLE BEZELS to GRILL HOOD using two (2) LOCK
WASHERS and two (2) WING NUTS. Then attach THERMOMETER and THERMOMETER
BEZEL to GRILL HOOD. THERMOMETER inserts through BEZEL and then GRILL HOOD.
Secure with FLAT WASHER and WING NUT.
Thermometer
Bezel
Handle
Flat Washer
Lock Washer
Wing Nut