Dakota Grills Road Runner User manual

Road Runner: Packing Slip & Assembly Instructions
Tools Needed
Philips screwdrivers (medium and small)
Note: you may use a Philips bit on an adjustable-torque, variable-speed drill. This will save time, but
extra care is required.
5/16” nut driver (optional)
7/16” wrench
Needle-nose pliers or 5/16” wrench (regular pliers can work)
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Packing Slip
Package A (large)
Grill Body and Lid
1 Lid-Lifted Stainless Steel Grate (top)
Package B (oblong)
2 Lid Stop Brackets (one each R & L)
1 Lid Handle
1 L (left) Handle
1 R (right) Handle with Controls
4 Hex-Head ¼” Bolts (2 for each handle)
8 Philips #10 Self-Tapping Screws (for Lid Handle & Lid Stop Brackets)
4 #6 Nuts (2 for L handle, 2 for R handle)
2 #6 Self-Tapping Screws (for S/N Cover on R handle)
a few extra nuts, bolts & screws
1 Stainless Steel Cooking Grate (bottom)
1 rip Tray
1 Smoker Tray
2 Element Shields
1 Owner's Kit (not shown) containing:
Assembly Instructions
Owner’s Manual
Quick Start Guide
2 Temperature Probes
Magnetic Meat Temperature Guide
2 Seasonings
2 Wood Chip Packets
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Step – by – Step Instructions
1. Locate all tools & unpack all parts. Find a soft surface to work on to avoid scratching
the parts (carpet or towels work well).
2. Connect the L and R Lid Stop Brackets to the back of
the Grill Body, as shown at right, using two self-
tapping screws each. (The L Lid-Stop Bracket is
pictured.) Now when the lid is opened, it should rest
on the rubber grommets attached to the lid stops.
3. Open the Lid and attach the Lid Handle, as
shown at right, using four self-tapping screws.
Note: The handle angles down and towards
you. Close the Lid.
4. Attach the L Handle. First, slide the back of the
handle into the L Lid-Stop Bracket. Line up the
two threaded studs with the slots on the lid-stop
bracket and slide the handle back. Attach the front
of the handle to the front of the Grill Body using
two hex-head bolts, as shown. Tip: you may want a
second person to line everything up while you start the
two bolts; they can be a bit tricky to start otherwise.
You might also find it easier to tip the grill onto its
Right Side. Tighten both bolts. Now start a #6 nut on
each of the studs on the back of the handle, as shown.
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Finger tighten as much as possible, then snug the nuts a bit more with a pair of
needle-nose pliers. Caution: do not over tighten!
5. Finally, you can attach the R Handle. This one requires a few more steps, as follows:
6. Remove Serial Number cover from the R Handle. Make sure
the Rubber Grommet is in place and that the bundled wires are
protected by the grommet. Slide grommet into slot on R-
handle's electronics cover. Now gently put R-handle into
position, align back studs into slots on bracket. Make sure
grommet is still in position before proceeding.
7. Next, while holding onto the R Handle, start the
two hex-head bolts in front (repeat Step 4). Tip:
a second person may be helpful for aligning and
holding the handle while you start the two bolts.
Tighten with 7/ 6” wrench.
8. Attach #6 nuts on back. (Same as Step 4). Finger tighten.
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9. Attach wire connector to power-supply circuit board.
Make sure the Connector is lined up correctly – it will
only go in one way. Push it all the way in – make
sure both side-tabs are “clicked” in place. Gently pull
on it to verify it is locked, then gently push it back
down to ensure a good connection.
10. Attach S/N Cover using 2 #6 Self-Tapping Screws.
11.Make sure all fasteners are tight. (Careful not to over
tighten the #6 nuts!)
12.Congratulations! Your grill is assembled. It is almost ready for use.
13. Plug the grill into a properly grounded GFCI-protected outlet and turn it on. Make
sure everything is working correctly. After the grill starts heating, place your hand
near the elements (don't touch!) – you should feel heat radiating from each.
14. If something is not working correctly, use caution and unplug it immediately. Call
us right away at [phone]. If there is no answer, you can also try calling
Adam's cell phone at [phone].
15. Open the lid and insert the drip pan, smoker tray,
heat-shields and cooking grates. The bottom grate
and back heat shield are shown in the picture at right.
If you look closely, you can also make out the smoker
tray nestled behind the heat-shield. Note: The drip
pan goes in the very bottom of the grill, beneath the
heating elements. The smoker tray attaches between
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the tubes of the back element. The heat-shields – one in front and one in back – rest
in place in the slotted holders. The location and installation of the grates is shown in
the manual.
Tip: We recommend that you leave the smoker tray out unless you wish to smoke
meats.
16. Peel the plastic off. Apply stainless steel cleaner and polish with the grain (not
against it). A paper towel or soft cloth works well.
17. Turn the grill on, set its temperature to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (refer to the Owner’s
Manual or Quick Start Guide), and make sure it is heating. Close the lid. Note: After
a few minutes of heating, the display should show a gradually-increasing grill
temperature. Let it cook outside for several hours before using to eliminate smells
caused by manufacturing. Note: The grill automatically shuts off after six hours. [No
Picture]
18. Enjoy your grill! If you have any questions, comments, or problems, please call us
at [phone] or send an email to [email protected].
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