Char-Griller Akorn 6719 User manual

AKORN®
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Model #6719
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Warnings & Warranty...............................A-1
Assembly Instructions ..................................... B-1
Product Usage .................................................. C-1
Recipes .............................................................. D-1
Accessories ....................................................... E-1

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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.
• Use caution when assembling and operating your grill to avoid scrapes or cuts from sharp edges.
• Do not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting charcoal. Use of any of these or similar
products could cause an explosion possibly leading to severe bodily injury.
• Do not used lighter fluid on already lit coals.
• Keep children & pets away from grill. Supervision is necessary and do not leave grill unattended
when in use.
• 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, keep the grill in a level
position at all times while in use.
• ALWAYS latch lid when lid is in closed position.
• Do not place grill near flammable liquids, gases or where flammable vapors may be present.
• When opening grill, first open slightly to let a small amount of air in for a few seconds. This prevents
large amounts of oxygen from getting to suffocated coals which may cause dangerous flash back.
• Use caution since flames can flare-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire. When
opening the lid, keep hands, face and body safe from hot steam and flame flare-ups.
• Removing excess fat before cooking will help prevent flare-ups.
• Keep your grill clean to help prevent flare-ups.
• Always put charcoal on top of the fire grate and not directly into the bottom of the grill.
WARNING: FUELS USED IN WOOD OR CHARCOAL BURNING APPLIANCES, AND THE PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION OF SUCH FUELS, CAN EXPOSE
YOU TO CHEMICALS INCLUDING CARBON BLACK, WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, AND CARBON MONOXIDE,
WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. For more information go to:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
ADVERTENCIA: LOS COMBUSTIBLES USADOS EN EQUIPOS PARA QUEMAR MADERA O CARBÓN, ASÍ COMO LOS PRODUCTOS DE TAL COMBUSTIÓN,
PUEDEN EXPONERTE A SUSTANCIAS QUÍMICAS, ENTRE ELLAS EL NEGRO DE HUMO Y EL MONÓXIDO DE CARBONO, QUE EL ESTADO DE CALIFORNIA
RECONOCE COMO CAUSA, RESPECTIVAMENTE, DE CÁNCER Y DE MALFORMACIONES CONGÉNITAS Y OTROS DAÑOS AL SISTEMA REPRODUCTOR.
Para más información, visite www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

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• Do not exceed a temperature of 700˚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, especially when adjusting dampers. Avoid
touching hot surfaces.
• When opening lid, make sure it is pushed all the way back so it rests against the lid support bracket.
Use extreme caution as hood could fall back to a closed position and cause bodily injury.
• Close lid and all dampers to help suffocate flame.
• 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.
• Grill is for use outdoors and in well-ventilated areas, only.
• Always have a fire extinguisher near at all times. Maintain and check your fire extinguisher regularly.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
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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 #)
REGISTERYOUR 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.
(example)

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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 nullifies 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)

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

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Item QTY. Part Name
15 1FIRE GRATE
16 1FIRE BOWL
17 1ASH PAN
18 3LEG BRACKET
19 1LEFT FRONT LEG
20 1RIGHT FRONT LEG
21 1REAR LEG
22 1AXLE
23 2WHEEL, 8 INCH
24 1WHEEL, 3 INCH CASTER
25 1BOTTOM SHELF
26 2HUB CAP
27 1O-RING
28 1THERMOMETER GASKET
Item QTY.Part Name
11THERMOMETER
21BEZEL
31STACK DAMPER
41HOOD
51HOOD HINGE
61GRILL BODY
71LOGO PLATE
81HOOD HANDLE
91RIGHT HANDLE BRACKET
10 1LEFT HANDLE BRACKET
11 2SIDE SHELF
12 1COOKING GRATE SET
13 1WARMING RACK
14 1GRATE LIFTER
Parts List
Hardware: Pack:
HARDWARE LIST AND TOOLS REQUIRED
(Tools Not Included) 7/16" nut driver
1/4” LOCK WASHER….11 PCS
¼-20 HEX NUT……….....4 PCS
HAIR COTTER PIN….....2 PCS
UTENSIL HOOK…….......6 PCS
¼-20X½” HEX BOLT……….26 PCS
¼-20x3/4” HEX BOLT WITH THREAD
LOCKING COMPOUND …….4 PCS
¼-20 SHOULDER BOLT…….4 PCS
2/5” FLAT WASHER……….....2 PCS

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Step 1
Place GRILL BODY upside down and install LEG BRACKETS with three (3) ½ inch hex bolts
each. Next install LEGS (3) with two (2) ½ inch hex bolts and two 1/4 inch lock washers each into
LEG BRACKETS, DO Not Tighten Bolts Until After Step #3. Screw CASTER onto rear leg, lock
CASTER before tightening. Make Sure the leg with the caster is in the back and wheel support
braces on the front legs are facing outward.
Step 2
Attach BOTTOM SHELF to LEGS with five 1/2 inch hex bolts and lock washers.
Leg Bracket
Leg Bracket
Bottom Shelf
Axle
8” Wheel
Grill Body
Caster
Step 3
Insert AXLE through front LEGS and BOTTOM SHELF. Tighten all bolts.

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Step 4
Install one WASHER, COTTER PIN and HUB CAP onto the AXLE then slide the AXLE through
WHEELS and legs as shown. Finish by attaching 2nd WASHER, COTTER PIN and HUB CAP.
Axle
Wheel
Washer
Cotter Pin
Hub Cap
Hood
Grill Body Hex Bolt with
thread locking
compound
Step 5
Turn grill upright, LOCK CASTER and place HOOD on the GRILL BODY. Attach hinge on back of
HOOD to GRILL BODY using four (4) 3/4 inch hex bolts with thread locking compound.

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Left Handle Bracket
Hood Handle
Right Handle Bracket
NOTE: Always latch lid when lid is in the
closed position, especially while moving.
Side Shelf Brackets
Shoulder Bolt
Hex Nut
Side Shelf
NOTE: Install nuts towards outer side of
shelf bracket. (as shown)
Step 6
Attach FRONT HANDLE to HOOD with four (4) 1/2 inch hex bolts. First attach one HANDLE
BRACKET to the Lid and then hold the HANDLE in place while attaching the other HANDLE
BRACKET to the Lid. HANDLE BRACKETS are left and right handed.
Step 7
Attach SIDE SHELVES to SIDE SHELF BRACKETS using two (2) shoulder bolts and two (2)
hex nuts for each shelf.

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Step 8
To install ASH PAN, hold ASH PAN up against the bottom of the GRILL BODY from the front with
the center pin on the inside. Slide the ASH PAN back and use clips on the sides of the grill to snap
into position as shown.

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Step 9
Position O-Ring on bottom of damper by rolling it up to the bead. With O-Ring in position, install
DAMPER with two (2) 1/2 inch bolts from inside the HOOD. Damper coating will scratch with use.
This does not affect the function or performance of the damper. Next, install THERMOMETER
GASKET, THERMOMETER, and BEZEL with wing nut, as shown below.
Damper
Hex Bolt
O-Ring
Bezel
Thermometer
Thermometer
Gasket
Step 10
Install: FIRE BOWL, FIRE GRATE, COOKING GRATES and WARMING RACK inside of the
lower body.
NOTE: Heat Gauge:
This heat gauge is accurate to +/- 10% of
the actual temperature. We suggest verify-
ing this with your oven. You will not be able
to adjust / calibrate the AKORN heat gauge,
but you will be knowledgeable as to its de-
gree of accuracy.
If you require precise temperature control,
we recommend using a digital meat ther-
mometer.

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Utensil Hooks
Utensil Hooks
Fire Bowl
Cooking Grates
Fire Grate
Warming Rack
Side Shelf
Side Shelf
Step 11: Attach six (6) UTENSIL HOOKS to the underside of the two side shelves (3 each).
Use depressions in the wood as a starting point for screwing in the UTENSIL HOOKS.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Setting Up
Set grill up on solid, at surface with adequate wind shelter. Do not move grill while hot, and do not
leave unattended during operation.
This appliance is designed for use outdoors, away from any ammable materials. It is important that
there are no overhead obstructions and that there is a minimum distance of 3 feet (90cm) from the side
or rear of the appliance. It is important that the ventilation openings of the appliance are not obstructed.
The barbecue must be used on a level, stable surface. The appliance should be protected from direct
drafts and positioned or protected against direct penetration by any trickling water (e.g. rain).
** PLEASE NOTE: NO RETURNS ON USED GRILLS **
Seasoning and Preparing the Grill
IMPORTANT! BEFORE YOU USE YOUR GRILL FOR THE FIRST TIME
YOU MUST SEASON THE CAST IRON COOKING GRATE.
Before you use your grill it is important to season it. Seasoning will burn o󰀨 coating used to protect your
grill during shipping and help protect your cast iron grates from rusting while preparing them for use.
1. Wash your cooking grates in warm soapy water.
2. Rinse thoroughly and dry completely with a towel. DO NOT AIR DRY. NEVER PUT YOUR
COOKING GRATE OR ANY PART OF YOUR GRILL IN YOUR DISHWASHER.
3. Once your cooking grate is dry apply a coating of vegetable oil or shortening to your cooking grate,
be sure to coat both sides thoroughly.
4. Build a medium sized re on the re grate. Always put charcoal on top of the re grate and not
directly into the bottom of the grill. For best results, we recommend using Lump Charcoal.
5. After coals ash over, spread out coals, replace cooking grates, close lid and heat at approximately
400° F for an hour. This process will burn o󰀨 any residue left from shipping and manufacturing as
well as season your cast iron cooking grate.
6. Seasoning should be done periodically to lengthen the life of your cooking grate.
TIP: Clean grates while warm using gloves and a baseball-sized aluminum foil ball.

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Lighting Instructions
We recommend using Lump Charcoal because it contains no additives or llers. This makes for more
e󰀩cient burning, less ash and better tasting food than charcoal briquettes.
1. To start a charcoal re, make a pyramid of Lump Charcoal in the center of the re grate.
2. Light coals in several places. Fire starters are helpful during this step.
NOTE: Do not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting charcoal. Use of any of these or similar
products could cause an explosion possibly leading to severe bodily injury.
3. Leave lid open until coals are ignited and smoke burns white with no ames.
4. After coals are lit but before they turn white, start regulating internal dome temp with dampers.
(Or, if you wish, begin grilling.)
MORE AIR FLOW MEANS MORE HEAT.
Refer to the chart above to help control the temperature in your AKORN grill.
NOTE: Do not let temperature go higher than desired temp because it is harder to bring temperature
down than to go up.
ALWAYS FOLLOW CHARCOAL AND LIGHTER FLUID MANUFACTURERS’
INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS. USE OUTDOORS ONLY ON NONCOMBUSTIBLE
SURFACE – 15’ AWAY FROM WOOD AND COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL.
Grill Operation & Tips
• Control heat with amount and type of fuel, Dual dampers, and (optional) adjustable re grate. Wood
burns hotter than coals and more airow equals more heat.
• Add water soaked hardwood chips for a smoked avor.
• Ashes left in bottom too long hold moisture and will rust through any thickness of steel. This grill is
made of steel and cast iron, which WILL RUST, ESPECIALLY IF NOT PROPERLY CARED FOR.
• Do not use self-starting charcoal as it will give unnatural avor. Burn lighter uid completely before
closing lid.
• After each use, coat vegetable oil on the interior grates to reduce rust

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For LOW, SLOW and LONG grilling & Smoking (200° to 350° F)
Use approx one pound of computer mouse size or larger
size pieces of LUMP CHARCOAL to build re in center of
re grate. Start re as described above. When coals ignite,
CLOSE LID and begin to regulate temp with Dampers to
desired setting.
For HIGH Temp SEARING & grilling (350° to 650° F)
Use approx two - three pounds of mostly smaller golf ball
size pieces of LUMP CHARCOAL than normally to build
re in center of re grate. Start re as described above.
When coals ignite, CLOSE LID and begin to regulate
temp with Dampers to desired setting.
For Smoking:
1. Follow instructions for lower temperature cooking (350˚F and below).
2. Pre-soak wood chips for 35 minutes. Soak chunks for 1 hour and 30 minutes, or until wood is
completely saturated.
3. After grill has reached desired temperature, sprinkle two handfuls of soaked wood chips or chunks
over the lit charcoals.
4. Let the chips begin to smoke by closing the lid.
5. You can begin cooking after a few minutes. More soaked chips may be added to the re later if
necessary,
Heat Gauge:
This heat gauge is accurate to +/- 10% of the actual temperature. We suggest verifying this with your
oven. If you require more precise temperature control, the use of a meat thermometer is recommended.
NOTE: Smoke may escape from areas other than the smokestack.
This should not a󰀨ect cooking.
NEVER EXCEED 700°F BECAUSE THIS WILL DAMAGE THE FINISH AND CONTRIBUTE TO RUST.
PAINT IS NOT WARRANTED AND WILL REQUIRE
TOUCH-UP. THIS UNIT IS NOT WARRANTED AGAINST RUST.
Light charcoal pile on TOP
for low re temperature
Light charcoal pile on
BOTTOM for low re temperature

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Cooking with INDIRECT Heat on
a Kamado:
Smokin’ Stone™ and Pizza Stones are sold separately at CharGriller.com.
Both Stones can be used interchangably.
Smokin’ Stone, Grate, Drip Pan & Meat Rack
This is ideal for ROASTING large cuts of meat (low and slow). The meat
stays avorful and juicy as it slowly roasts and is basted in it’s own juices.
Add apple juice or beer to drip pan if desired.
Place a Pizza Stone or Smokin’ Stone™ directly on the Fire Grate in the
bottom of the AKORN; followed by the Cooking Grate, a Drip Pan (any
shallow aluminum pan will work), and a Meat Rack (sold separately).
Smokin’ Stone, Drip Pan, Grate & Meat Rack
This is another method of INDIRECT cooking. Also ideal for ROASTING
large cuts of meat and ribs, this method catches the meat’s drippings
below the grate.
Smokin’ Stone, Drip Pan & Meat Rack
This is a third method of INDIRECT cooking and an excellent way to cook
large turkeys, chicken or other fowl.
Visit CharGriller.com to purchase AKORN accessories.

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Finishing Up
When your are nished grilling you can shut down your grill by closing both dampers and allowing the
re to su󰀨ocate. Be patient. This make take an hour or more.
Emptying the Ashes:
** ONLY EMPTY ASHES WHILE GRILL IS NOT IS USE **
After the re is completely extinguished you should wait several hours before emptying the ashes to
ensure they are not still hot and a burn hazard.
1. Knock any ashes that did not fall into the ash pan from the re grate. (If there are pieces of partially
burned charcoal on the re grate you can save them for next time. They are still good).
2. Tap the sides of the re bowl to knock loose any ash that is on the sides.
3. Unclip the ash pan from the bottom of the grill and slide out towards the front.
4. Give the ash pan a few rm taps to loosen any ash that may be stuck.
5. Place the ashes in a metal container and cover with water to ensure there are no lit coals then you
can dispose of the ashes.
IMPORTANT: Charcoal is porous and holds moisture. DO NOT leave charcoal in your grill while
you are not using it. Charcoal and ashes leftinside the ash pan may reduce the life of your grill.