door open 5cm and the top vent daisy wheel holes fully open.
3. This method may take 30-45 minutes to reach your target temperature, but it will
ensure a long and slow cooking period.
It is easy to raise the temperature, but very difficult to lower the temperature if you go
over your target temperature.
FLASHBACK
If you operate your grill, then deprive the fire of oxygen by closing the top and bottom
air vents, a sudden surge of flame called a “flashback” can occur if you suddenly open
the dome of the grill. This occurs due to the sudden exposure to oxygen, which
causes a brief but intense amount of white heat.
If you have been cooking at temperatures above 300°F, be very careful when opening
the dome. First raise the dome about 3cm or 5cm and pause to hold it before raising
the dome completely. This will allow the sudden rush of oxygen to burn safely inside
and not as a flashback which could startle you and possibly cause injury.
REMOVING ASHES
Occasionally, you will need to remove the ashes underneath the fire box.
Your GrandFire Kamado includes an ash tool and here are the steps for re-
moving ashes.
1. If there is partially used charcoal in the grill, stir the charcoal using the ash tool so
any ash in the fire box will drop down.
2. Open the bottom draft door, and place a small container under the opening to catch
the ash. For grill table, use a dust pan, paper plate or newspaper to catch the ash.
3. Remove the ash tray containing the ashes and dispose of accordingly. Please en-
sure the ashes are cold before removing the ash tray.
4. Place the empty ash tray back into the ash slot.
CARE & MAINTENANCE
Your GrandFire Kamado Grill is made of quality materials, so general care and
maintenance is minimal. The best way to protect your GrandFire Kamado from the
elements is with a Grill Cover.
GRILL BANDS
Check the position and tightness of the bands at the beginning of each grilling season
or annually.
If the bands are in the proper position, use a 10mm wrench and Allen key to check the
tightness of each band connector. You should not be able to easily turn the Allen key
