Cuisinart CCG-290 User manual

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18” Kettle Charcoal Grill
Models CCG-290
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
mDANGER
Do not use gasoline, alcohol or other
ammable liquids to light charcoal. Use
only charcoal lighter uid following the
manufacturer’s instructions.
mDANGER
Failure to follow these instructions could
result in re, explosion or burn hazard,
which could cause property damage,
personal injury or death.
mDANGER – CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
Do Not Use Indoors! Do Not Use Indoors! Burning charcoal releases carbon monoxide gas.If used
indoors or in a poorly ventilated area, the gas can accumulate and cause serious injury or death.
m DANGER
1. Never operate this grill unattended.
2. Never operate this grill within 10 feet (3.05m) of any ammable material
3. Never operate this grill with 25 feet (7.5m) of any ammable liquid.
4. If a re should occur, keep away from the grill and immediately call your re
department . Do not attempt to extinguish an oil or grease re with water.
m DANGER
Failure to follow these instructions could result in re, explosion or burn hazard,
which could cause property damage, personal injury or death.
mWARNING: FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
m This instruction manual contains important information necessary for
the proper assembly and safe use of this grill
m Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using
the grill
m Follow all warnings and instructions when using the grill
m Keep this manual for future reference
Note to installer: Leave this Owner’s Manual with the consumer after delivery and/or installation.
Note to customer: Leave this Owner’s Manual in a convenient place for future reference.

Table of Contents
1. Warnings and Safety Instructions 2 – 3
2. Illustrated Parts List and Exploded View Diagram 4
3. Assembly Instructions 6
4. Operating Your Grill
4.1 Select a Proper Location 9
4.2 Choosing Your Charcoal 9
4.3 Air Vent Operation 9
4.4 Lighting Instructions 9
4.5 When Finished Grilling 11
5. Warranty 11
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m WARNINGS
1. Warnings and Safety Instructions
m This grill is for outdoor use only. It should NOT be used in a building, garage or any other
enclosed area.
m The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair an individual’s ability to
properly assemble or safely operate this grill.
m Do not leave the grill unattended.
m Keep children and pets away from the grill all the times.
m Do not use the grill in high wind.
m Do not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting. Use only charcoal lighter uid. Follow
manufacturer’s instructions.
m Do not add charcoal lighter uid or charcoal impregnated with charcoal lighter uid to hot or warm
charcoal.
m Do not remove ashes until all charcoal is completely burned out or completely extinguished.
m Open the lid while lighting and getting charcoal started.
m Always put charcoal on top of the charcoal grate and not directly into the bottom bowl.
m Use grill mitts or hot pads to protect hands while adjusting grill vents.
m To extinguish coals do not use water. Close vents and lid and wait until grill cools below 115° F
(45°C).
m Handle and store hot electric starters carefully. Never use charcoal lighter uid or charcoal
impregnated with charcoal lighter uid with an electric starter. Follow electric starter
manufacturer’s instructions carefully.
m When using lighter uid always check ash collector before lighting . Fluid can accumulate in the
ash collector, resulting in a re below the bottom bowl. Remove any uid from ash collector prior
to lighting.
m Do not attempt to move the grill when in use. Allow the grill to cool to 115 F°(45 C°) before moving
or storing.
m Do not use the grill unless it is COMPLETELY assembled and all parts are securely fastened and
tightened. If there are any missing or damaged parts, contact customer service for a replacement.
m Do not alter the grill in any manner.
m This grill is not intended to be installed in or on a boat or recreational vehicle.
m Locate the grill away from any combustible materials or construction by at least 10 feet in all direc-
tions. Never use grill under any overhang or enclosure.
m This grill is not intended for and should never be used as a heater.
m This grill will be hot during and after use. Use insulated oven mitts or gloves for protection from hot
surfaces or splatter from cooking liquids.
m This grill is not intended for commercial use.
m Combustion by-products produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the state
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
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If these instructions are ignored, there is a possibility of a hazardous re or explosion which could
result in physical injury or property damage! It is your responsibility to assemble, operate and
maintain your grill properly.
READ ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO ASSEMBLING
AND OPERATING YOUR GRILL

2. Illustrated Parts List and Exploded View
North American Distributor: The Fulham Group, Newton, MA 02466
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A 23 x23
B M6 x 12
C M5 x 10
D M6
E 6 x 12
F 6 x 16
G M10
H M5
I M6 x 16
4 pcs
8 pcs
4 pcs
14 pcs
2 pcs
12 pcs
2 pcs
4pcs
4pcs
1. Handle 1 pc
2. Thermometer 1 pc
3. Air Vent 1 pc
4. Lid 1 pc
5. Hardware for
Thermometer 1 pc
6. Short Leg 2 pcs
7. Cooking Grid 1 pc
8. Charcoal Grid 1 pc
9. Firebowl 1 pc
10. Bowl Handle 1 pc
11. Ash Catcher
Connection 1 pc
12. Ash Catcher 1 pc
13. Wheel Cover 2 pcs
14. Wheel 2 pcs
15. Bottom Grid 1 pc
16. Leg Cap 4 pcs
17. Long Leg 2 pcs

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3. Assembly Instructions
Remove all the contents from packaging, and make sure all parts are
present before attempting to assemble!
Step 1:
Step 7:
Step 9:
Step 11:
Step 3:
Step 5:
Step 2:
Step 8:
Step 10:
Step 4:
Step 6:
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4. Operating Your Grill
4.1 Select a Proper Location
Once you have assembled your new grill, nd a suitable location for use.
m DANGER
• Never use this grill inside any building, garage, shed or breezeway, under an overhang or inside any boat,
trailer or recreational vehicle, to prevent possible re and to prevent the possibility of carbon
monoxide poisoning or asphyxiation.
• Always place your grill on a hard and level surface far away from combustible materials and structures.
• Do not use this grill under overhead combustible surface or covered area ( e.g., awnings, umbrellas, porches
or gazeboes ). Keep all combustible surfaces at least 10 feet (3 meters) away.
• Locate the grill away from any combustible and non-combustible material or construction by at least
10 feet (3m)
• Never store or use gasoline or other ammable or volatile substances in the vicinity of this grill or in the
vicinity of any other heat-generating appliance, because of the danger of starting a re.
• Do not obstruct the ow of combustion and ventilation air.
4.2 Choosing your charcoal
• We recommend using charcoal briquettes or lump charcoal.
• Adding 3 or 4 lumps of dry hard wood on top of hot coals can provide added smoke avor.
4.3 Air Vent Operation
Your grill has two airow control vents; a bottom vent on the ash catcher and an air exhaust vent at the top of
the lid. By adjusting the amount of vent opening, you can adjust the temperature of your grill.
m DANGER
• The vents and vent controls and the metal surfaces around them will become very hot during use.
Use grill mitts or hot pads to adjust vents when grill is in use.
4.4 Lighting instructions
m DANGER
• Do not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting. Use only charcoal lighter uid. Follow
manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not add charcoal lighter uid or charcoal impregnated with charcoal lighter uid to hot or warm
charcoal.
• Do not overll charcoal grate. Excess charcoal may cause a re, or may cause damage to your grill.
1. Read all instructions before lighting.
2. Carefully follow all instructions accompanying charcoal lighter uid, electric charcoal starters,
and or charcoal.
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3. Assembly Instructions(cont.)
Step 12:
Step 14:
Step 13:
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