Kamado Joe PELLET JOE User manual

A GUIDE TO
KAMADO COOKING
PELLET JOE OWNER’S MANUAL
Manual Code: 9826200036 | 201021-GH

Table of Contents
Warnings
Parts List & Tools Required
Grill Set-Up Instructions
Assembly Instructions
Quick Start Guide
Wifi
Air Lift Hinge Adjustments
Latch Adjustments
Cleaning & Care
Part Replacement
Trouble Shooting
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PELLETS ARE NOT INCLUDED.

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WARNING
• This manual contains important information necessary for the proper
assembly and safe use of the appliance.
• READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
ASSEMBLING AND USING THE APPLIANCE.
• KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
• Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation
inspection requirements in your area.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire, explosion or burn
hazard which could cause property damage, personal injury or death.
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
Burning pellets gives o󰀨 carbon monoxide, which has no odor and can
cause death. Use only outdoors where it is well ventilated. Follow these
guidelines to prevent this colorless, odorless gas from poisoning you,
your family or others. Pellets do not come with this grill.
• Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning: headache, dizziness,
weakness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness and confusion. Carbon monoxide
reduces the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. Low blood oxygen levels can
result in loss of consciousness and death.
• See a doctor if you or others develop cold or flu-like symptoms while
cooking or in the vicinity of this appliance. Carbon monoxide poisoning,
which can easily be mistaken for a cold or flu, is often detected too late.
• Alcohol consumption and drug use increase the effects of carbon
monoxide poisoning.
• Carbon monoxide is especially toxic to mother and child during pregnancy,
infants, the elderly, smokers and people with blood or circulatory system
problems, such as asthma or heart disease.

• WARNING! This grill will become very hot. Do not move it during operation.
• WARNING! Do not use indoors!
• WARNING! Never use gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid,
or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this grill. Keep all such liquids
well awayfrom the grill when in use.
• WARNING! Keep children and pets away from grill at all times. Do NOT allow
children to use grill. Close supervision is necessary when children or pets are in
the area where grill is being used.
•A MAJOR CAUSE OF FIRES
IS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN
REQUIRED CLEARANCES (AIR
SPACES) TO COMBUSTIBLE
MATERIALS. IT IS OF UTMOST
IMPORTANCE THAT THIS
PRODUCT BE INSTALLED ONLY
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
• Do not use the grill in a confined and/or habitable space e.g. houses, tents,
caravans, motor homes, boats. Danger of carbon monoxide poisoning fatality.
• Always use grill in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal fire
codes.
• Before each use check all nuts, screws and bolts to make sure they are tight and
secure.
• Never operate grill under overhead construction such as roof coverings, carports,
awnings or overhangs.
• Grill is for OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
• Keep a minimum 10 ft. (3m) clearance of all combustible materials such as wood,
dry plants, grass, brush, paper or canvas. Extension cords may be used if care is
exercised in their use (See page 7).
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
WARNINGS AND
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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• Never use grill for anything other than its intended use. This grill is NOT
for commercial use.
• Accessory attachments that are not expressly designed for this grill are
NOT recommended and may cause injury.
• Use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair user’s
ability to assemble or safely operate grill.
• Keep a fire extinguisher accessible at all times while operating grill.
• When cooking with oil or grease, have a type BC or ABC fire extinguisher
readily available.
• In the event of an oil or grease fire do not attempt to extinguish with water.
Immediately call the fire department. A type BC or ABC fire extinguisher
may, in some circumstances, contain the fire.
• Use grill on a level, non-combustible, stable surface such as dirt, concrete,
brick or rock. An asphalt surface (blacktop) may not be acceptable for
this purpose.
• Grill MUST be on the ground. Do not place grill on tables or counters.
Do NOT move grill across uneven surfaces.
• Do not use grill on wooden or flammable surfaces.
• Keep grill clear and free from combustible materials such as gasoline
and other flammable vapors and liquids.
• Do not leave grill unattended.
• Do NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around grill during or following
its use until it has cooled.
• Never use glass, plastic or ceramic cookware in grill. Never place empty
cookware in grill while in use.
• Never move grill while in use. Allow grill to cool completely (below 115°F
(45°C)) before moving or storing.
• Do not store grill with hot ashes or pellets inside grill. Store only when fire
is completely out and all surfaces are cold.
• Never use grill as a heater. READ CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD.
• Use only food grade wood pellets. Do not use heating fuel pellets labeled as
having additives.
• The grill is HOT while in use and will remain HOT for a period of time
afterwards and during cooling process. Use CAUTION. Wear protective
gloves/mitts.
• DO NOT bump or impact the grill to prevent personal harm, damage to grill
or spillage/splashing of hot cooking liquid.
WARNINGS AND
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

• Be careful when removing food from grill. All surfaces are HOT and may
cause burns. Use protective gloves/mitts or long, sturdy cooking tools for
protection from hot surfaces or splatter from cooking liquids.
• Do not touch HOT surfaces.
• Grill is HOT during use. To avoid burns, keep face and body away from
vents and when opening lid. Steam and hot air are expelled during use.
• When cooking above 350°F (175°C), carefully open the grill (or burp the
grill) each time you lift the grill dome to prevent flashback – a surge of
white-hot heat caused by a rush of oxygen. Partially opening the lid 2-3
inches (5-8cm) and allowing heat to escape for about 5 seconds should
prevent this.
• Air dampers are HOT while the grill is in use and during cooling. Wear
protective gloves when adjusting.
• Grill has an open flame. Keep hands, hair and face away from flame. Loose
hair and clothing may catch fire.
• DO NOT obstruct flow of combustion and ventilation.
• Do not cover cooking racks with metal foil. This will trap heat and may
cause damage to the grill.
• Always use appliance in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal
fire codes.
• Disposal of Ashes - Ashes should be placed in a metal container with
a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a
noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible
materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are dispersed of by burial in
soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed
container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
• Do not store appliance with HOT ashes inside appliance. Store only when
all surfaces are cold.
• When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be followed including the following: 1) Do not plug in the appliance
until fully assembled and ready for use. 2) Use only approved grounded
electrical outlet. 3) Do not use during an electrical storm. 4) Do not
expose appliance to rain or water at anytime.
WARNINGS AND
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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ELECTRIC REQUIREMENTS
• USA/CA 100-120VAC, 5AMP, 50/60HZ, 120W, 3-Prong Grounded Plug.
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WARNINGS AND
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
• To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug or control panel
in water or other liquid.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner.
• Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.
• If an extension cord is used: 1. The marked electrical rating of the extension
cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance; and
2. The cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over a counter top or
tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over unintentionally.
• The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
• Outdoor extension cords must be used with outdoor use products and are
marked with suffix “W” and with the statement “Suitable for Use with Outdoor
Appliances.”
• CAUTION - To reduce the risk of electric shock, keep extension cord
connection dry and off the ground.
• Do not let cord hang on or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place cord on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Fuel, such as charcoal briquettes, wood chips or chunks, or heating fuel
pellets, are not to be used in the appliance.
• To disconnect, turn controller “OFF” then remove plug from outlet.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow appliance to
cool completely before adding/removing racks, grease deflector or water tray.
• Do not clean this product with a water sprayer or the like.
• Always operate grill on a level surface.
• You must only use all natural wood pellets that have been designed for burning
in pellet barbecue grills. Do not use pellet fuel with additives.

WARNINGS AND
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CREOSOTE - FORMATION AND
NEED FOR REMOVAL.
When wood pellets are burned slowly, they produce tar and other organic
vapors that combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote
vapors condense in the relatively cool air damper exhaust of a slow burning
fire. As a result, creosote accumulates on the air damper and grill lining.
When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The drip tray should
be inspected often for signs of grease buildup. When creosote or grease has
accumulated, it should be removed to reduce the risk of fire.
WARNING! It is important to follow these steps if, at any time, the smoker fails to
light, or the fire in the crucible goes out while cooking or smoking, when sufficient
pellets are still in the pellet hopper. Failure to do so may cause a hazardous
“over-firing” of your grill due to an excess of unburned pellets in the crucible.
1) Turn the ON/OFF dial to turn OFF the grill. Once the fan has stopped,
unplug the power cord. If the grill is still hot, allow it to thoroughly cool. Open
the lid and remove all food, all grates, drip tray and the heat deflector.
2) WARNING! Remove all unburned pellets and ash from inside and around
the crucible (see instructions for proper handling and disposal of ash in
CLEANING and CARE INSTRUCTIONS).
3) Before replacing the heat deflector, drip tray and all grates, plug the power
cord into an appropriate, grounded electrical outlet and restart the grill.
Pellets should fall into the crucible and the element should begin to heat
CAUTION! Do not touch it.
4) If this procedure is successful, you will soon see flames come out of the
crucible. Then turn the ON/OFF dial to turn OFF the grill. Let the grill cool
down. Position the heat deflector, the drip tray and grates in their proper
locations. Turn the ON/OFF dial to ON position. Set the temperature. In
approximately 2 minutes you will notice whitish-gray smoke coming out of
the grill as the pellets ignite.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
MAINTAIN A MINIMUM
DISTANCE OF 10 FT.
(304.8CM) FROM
OVERHEAD
CONSTRUCTION, WALLS,
RAILS OR OTHER
STRUCTURES.

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1. PELLET JOE TOP VENT (1)
2. DRIP TRAY (1)
3. HALF GRATES (2)
4. SIDE SHELF BRACKETS (4)
5. PELLET JOE ASSEMBLY (1)
6. FRONT HANDLE (1)
7. LEGS (4)
8. TOP PLATE (1)
9. BOTTOM PLATE (1)
10. CASTERS (2)
11. LOCKING CASTERS (2)
12. LEFT SIDE SHELF (1)
13. RIGHT SIDE SHELF (1)
14. PELLET SCOOP (1)
15. GRATE GRIPPER TOOL (1)
16. GREASE ROOF (1)
17. GREASE BUCKET (1)
18. FOIL GREASE BUCKET LINER (3)
19. MEAT PROBE (2)
20. WIFI ANTENA (1)
21. POWER CORD (1)
22. HINGE DISENGAGEMENT
TOOL KIT (1)
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Grill Set-Up
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Hardware
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PELLET JOE GRILL
1 Due to the weight of this grill, we highly recommend two people lift the grill.
Do NOT lift the grill by the side shelf tabs.Use the rear hinge and front hopper
opening as lifting points.
2 Remove the plastic wrapping from the base of the grill cart.
3 Assemble the grill cart and lock the casters on the grill cart.
4 With the same lifting technique used previously, lift the grill into the cart.
Adjust the grill in the cart so the pellet hopper is facing the front of the cart.
The front side of the cart is the side with the two locking casters.
UNBOXING YOUR GRILL
1. Assemble the grill cart and lock the front casters on the grill cart. See
assembly steps 1 - 3.
2. Due to the weight of this grill, it is recommended two people lift the grill.
Use the rear hinge and front hopper opening as lifting points. Pull out the
pellet load chute and use the hopper opening.
3. Place the grill in the cart so the pellet hopper is facing the front. The front
side of the cart is the side with the two locking casters.

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Off Position
Smoking Zone
200°F - 300°F
300°F - 450°F
Searing Zone
450°F - 650°F
High Heat/ Self Clea
BBQ-Roasting Zone
Quick Start Guide
1 Before turning the grill on, fill the hopper with up to 10lbs. of food grade
wood pellets.
2 To turn the grill on, plug it in and flip the switch on the back of the grill.
A status light will illuminate near the Probe Ports on the back of the grill.
3 Turn the front knob to the desired temperature or, turn the knob to the
wifi setting to control wirelessly via the app. If the knob is not turned to wifi,
the app will not be able to control the grill.
4 ALWAYS KEEP TOP VENT IN OPEN POSITION WHEN OPERATING THE GRILL.
5 Vent should be opened anytime the grills ON.
6 Once cooking is complete turn the knob to the off position. Do not unplug or power
off the grill at this time. The grill is off, but the fan will continue to run for 15 minutes.
This will prevent any burn back in the auger. Once the fan has automatically shut off,
flip the switch on the back of the grill. Once the grill has cooled, unplug the grill,
cover, and store in dry environment.
7 Close vent after grill is OFF and has completed the shutdown sequence.
8 Always store pellets in a cool dry place. Any contact or exposure to moisture
will result in lower heat output or cause the pellets to swell and break apart.
Use a moisture proof, resealable tub or bucket for proper storage.
9 If the grill is stored outside during the rainy season or seasons of high humidity,
care should be taken to insure that water does not get into the hopper.
When wet or exposed to high humidity, wood pellets will expand greatly,
decompose, and may jam the feed system. Always disconnect the power, before
performing any service or maintenance.
ADDITIONAL INFO:
1 Hopper door must be closed in order for the Pellet Joe to run.
2 The Pellet Joe takes approximately 10 minutes for the pellets to fully ignite.
An additional 10 minutes is required to reach the set temperature.
3 Convecting air can cause the temperature on the Lid Thermometer to vary
slightly from the set temperature.
4 Never open grill lid while the grill smoking heavily, this could cause the pellets
suddenly ignite which could result in injury. Keeping the lid closed will control and
contain the pellet ignition.
5 Clean-burning barbecue wood pellets generate about 8200 BTU’s per pound with
very little ash, a low moisture content (5-7%), and are carbon neutral.
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(95°C - 150°C)
(150°C - 230°C)
(230°C - 315°C)
OPERATING YOUR PELLET JOE
(450°F - 600°F)

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WiFi
DEVICE PROVISIONING
1. Download the Kamado Joe app from the Apple App Store or
Google Play Store onto your smart device(s).
2. Once the download is complete, open the Kamado Joe app and
follow the instructions for provisioning grill and smart device(s).
USING WIFI TO CONTROL GRILL
1. Rotate the front knob to the wifi setting. [see figure 2] if the knob
is not turned to wifi, the app will not be able to control the grill.
2. Follow in app directions.
FIGURE 2
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Wifi Button

Classic Air Lift Hinge Adjustments
Caution: Air Lift Hinge under high tension.
PELLET JOE HINGE
1 Open the dome of your Pellet Joe grill.
2 With the dome open, place wrench on the flats on the screw (see Inset 1). If
your unit does not have the flats, place a socket wrench on the bottom end of the
screw instead wrench (see Inset 2).
3 Place wrench on the nut on top of the spring retainer (see Inset 1).
4 To make the dome easier to raise, hold one wrench stationary and rotate the
other wrench clockwise as shown. Remove the wrenches and check the dome
action for every full rotation of the nut. If you want the dome to feel heavier, rotate
the nut counter-clockwise. Remove the wrenches and check the dome action
for every full rotation of the nut. Do not adjust the nut so that it contacts the nut
under the connector (see Inset 1).
The Air Lift Hinge on your Pellet Joe is already pre-adjusted for ideal balance
and stability. Follow these instructions for any additional adjustment to suit
your personal preferences.
HINGE SAFETY INFORMATION
Do not attempt to disassemble the hinge from your grill
without the proper hardware. If attempting to use the hinge as a lifting point,
grasp the hinge near the mounting point and/or bands, not the bottom. Only mi-
nor adjustments to the weight of the dome should be made per the instructions
on the previous page.
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CAUTION
Safety Information
HINGE
Do not attempt to disassemble the hinge or loosen bands from your grill without
the hinge disengagement tool kit.
NOTE: Hinge disengagement tool kit (spacer, washer, and hex nut are
included). Store these parts in case the hinge needs to be removed later.
The hinge cannot be removed safely without these parts.
Use the bottom face and the front lower vent opening as lifting points (Do
not lift the grill by the hinge, bands brackets or handle as this could cause
the dome to become dislodged from the band).
Only minor adjustments to the weight of the dome should be made per the
instructions on page 18.
GASKET
Self-cleaning through natural heat cycle recommended.
Do not use chemical based cleaners on the gasket.
If absolutely necessary, gently wipe off any spills or moisture. Do not scrub or
abrade the gasket if cleaning. Excessive rubbing can cause wear.
Hinge and band is under high tension, failure to follow instruction steps in order
may result in severe injury.
Latch Adjustments
PELLET JOE LATCH
The latch on your Pellet Joe is already preset for an ultra-tight seal.
Use these instructions if any adjustments should be needed.
To tighten and loosen the latch setting, use a small Allen wrench. Adjust the
set screw to lower the latch plate and add the spacer. Once the spacer is added,
reinstall the latch plate by tightening the set screw.