Mak Grills EP-429-2G User manual

MAK GRILLS
Owner’s Manual
Pellet BBQ Smoker-Grill
Model EP-429-2G
GENERAL

MAK GRILLS
OWNER'S MANUAL
PELLET BBQ SMOKER-GRILL
MODEL EP-429-2G
NOTICE!
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR USING
THIS PELLET FUEL-BURNING APPLIANCE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE
INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY
INJURY OR EVEN DEATH! CONTACT YOUR LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE
OFFICIALS ABOUT RESTRICTIONS AND INSTALLATION INSPECTION
REQUIREMENTS IN YOUR AREA. WHEN GRILL IS NOT IN USE, UNPLUG
CORD FROM OUTLET.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND KEEP AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE.
BEWARE OF CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING!
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning is especially toxic to mother and
child during pregnancy, infants, the elderly, smokers and people
with blood or circulatory system problem, such as anemia or
heart disease.
This MAK GRILL was designed for
Any other use may cause serious injury and will void any and all warranties. Do
not operate this grill in the vicinity of any liquid combustibles such as gasoline
or use any such items inside the unit. Maintain a clearance of at least (24)
twenty-four inches around this grill at all times. Only touch handles with the
understanding that the unit will be HOT during operation. In case of fire or other
emergency, unplug the unit from the power source. Before removing the
fan/access panel or the Pellet Boss® for servicing or any other reason,
disconnect unit from power source. WHEN GRILL IS NOT IN USE, UNPLUG
FROM POWER SOURCE.
Follow these guidelines to prevent this colorless, odorless gas from poisoning
you, your family or others.
a) Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning: headache,
dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, and confusion.
Carbon monoxide poisoning reduces the blood's ability to carry
oxygen. Low blood oxygen levels can result in loss of consciousness
and death!
b) 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
can easily be mistaken for a cold or flu, is often detected too late.
c) Alcohol consumption or drug use will increase the effects of carbon
monoxide poisoning.
RESIDENTIAL OUTDOOR USE ONLY!

Welcome to the MAK GRILLS family! We appreciate your purchase of
our quality, American-made products, proudly built in Dallas, Oregon.
MAK GRILLS is proud to be an American company that makes every
effort to purchase products locally.
If you have any questions concerning the assembly or operation of your
MAK GRILL, please call us at [phone]. You may also reach us via
email, [email protected]. Additional useful information and help can
be found on our website, www.makgrills.com
Please record the following information here for future reference:
Grill Serial number (back left side of the pellet hopper) _______________
Inspected by:_____________________________ Date: _____________
Date Purchased:__________ Purchased From: ____________________
Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place for reference if needed.
Proud to be American Made
Superior Wood Pellet BBQ Smoker-Grills

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Additional Warnings and Precautions Page 2
BBQ Parts List Page 3
BBQ Diagram Page 6
Assembly Instructions Page 7
Quick Change Grease Pan System Page 10
Pellet Boss® Explanation & Operation Page 15
Cleaning Your MAK Grill Page 23
Stainless Steel Care Page 26
Trouble Shooting and Repair Page 28
Manual Lighting Instructions Page 30
Two Star Accessories Page 33
Grill Warranty Page 34
Basic MAK Recipes Page 35
Start Up and Seasoning Grill Page 12
Copyright 2015 MAK Grills LLC
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ADDITIONAL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
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Always use this product outside, in a well ventilated area. NEVER use
indoors or an enclosed area without proper ventilation.
If this unit is not properly installed or assembled, a fire may result. To reduce
the risk of fire, follow the assembly instructions and clearance requirements.
NEVER use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene or charcoal lighter
fluid or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a fire in this appliance. Keep all
such liquids well away from the appliance when it is in use. Keep all
combustible liquids at least (2) two feet distant from this appliance when it is
use, this also includes ALL MOTORZIED VEHICLES.
NEVER place or store flammable materials or materials that could melt
under the grill while it is operating.
Keep all exhaust vents unobstructed. Clean them on a regular basis to
ensure proper airflow in the grill.
To prevent grease fires, clean your grill on a regular basis. This includes the
grease tray and FlameZone™ pan.
Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation
inspection requirements for your area.
Never move or transport a hot or operating grill.
Should a grease fire occur, turn the grill completely off. Carefully remove all
food and leave the grill lid closed until the fire is out.
A MAJOR CAUSE OF FIRES IS THE FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED
CLEARANCES (AIR SPACES) TO COMBUSTABLE MATERIALS. IT IS
OF THE UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT THIS PRODUCT BE INSTALLED
ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
MINIMUM AIR SPACE IS (24) TWENTY-FOUR INCHES AROUND THE
ENTIRE UNIT.
When the grill is operating, assume that ALL SURFACES, except
handles are HOT.
When not using the grill, unplug from the power source.
Save these instructions.
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PACKAGE CONTENTS
There will some assembly required with your grill. All necessary parts,
hardware and tools needed for proper assembly are included with your
grill. Make sure that you have each of the items listed before you attempt
assembly of this grill. Refer to the BBQ PARTS LIST to help you identify
the individual components of your grill.
NOTE: The approximate assembly time for this grill is between 60-90
minutes.
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Grill Lid Handle Grip (1)
BBQ PARTS LIST
DESCRIPTION / QUANTITY
ITEM
Main body of pellet grill (1)
Front legs with locking casters (2)
Rear legs with locking casters (2)
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Bottom shelf (1)
Warmer/Smoker Box (1)
Back splash (1)
Side cover handles (3)
Grill lid handle (1)
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DESCRIPTION / QUANTITY
ITEM
2 Qt. Grease drawer (1)
Heat diffuser (1)
Ash Cleanout Cover (1)
Grease shield (1)
Grease tray frame (1)
FlameZone covers (2)™
FlameZone™ cover tool (1)
FlameZone™ pan (1)
Split cooking grates (2)
Warmer/Smoker box grate (1)
Warmer/Smoker box grease tray (1)
Tool hanger (1)
Tool pack (1)
Meat probe (1)
Spare fuse (1)
(stapled to the back of this manual)
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DESCRIPTION / QUANTITY
ITEM
Hardware:
1/4” x 1/2” long screw (40) use 5/32 hex wrench
1/4” lock washer (37)
1/4” x 5/8” flat washer (5)
#6 x 3/8” long screw (6) use 3/32 hex wrench
#6 lock washer (6)
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1/4” - 20 nuts (19)
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NOTE: Accessories not manufactured by MAK GRILLS, or
made for MAK GRILLS may cause damage to your grill.
When purchasing an accessory, make sure that it does
not interfere or restrict the airflow within the grill. If you
have any questions, please contact us at [phone].
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BBQ DIAGRAM
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: The assembly of this 2 Star General Grill requires (2) two
people. Before you begin the assembly process, remove the outer
cardboard surrounding the grill. Flatten the cardboard and use it to
place the barbecue on during assembly. Remove all parts and
components from the grill and pallet and place them in an area that
allows you to get to them, but does not interfere with the assembly
process. Lay unit on its back on the cardboard.
NOTE The lock washer should always be placed on the screws
before installing.
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Step1-2
Step1-1
Step 2
STEP 1: INSTALL FRONT & REAR LEGS
STEP 2: INSTALL BOTTOM SHELF
Using 16 - ¼” x ½” screws and8-¼”nuts and lock washers, install rear
legs first. Partially roll the barbecue body back in order to slide the rear
legs under the body. Install interior screws
for the left and right legs as shown in Step
1-1. Install interior screws for both front legs
next.
Finish the leg install, by installing the
exterior leg screws as shown in Step 1-2.
Using 8- ¼” x ½” screws and ¼” lock
washers, as shown in Step 2, securely
attach the bottom shelf to each of the front
and rear legs.
NOTE: Once the interior screws are
installed, the leg is meant to “flex” to
allow the exterior screw holes to
properly align with the barbecue body.
NOTE: The extra holes in the legs are to
be used to attach the optional cabinet kit
for this unit.
NOTE: Before standing up the grill,
insure that all screws are tight. With the
help of another person, stand the grill
upright before completing the rest of the
barbecue assembly process.
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STEP 4: INSTALL BACKSPLASH
Using 6-¼”x ½” screws and ¼” lock
washers and nuts, install
backsplash as shown in Step 4.
Step 4
STEP 3: INSTALL WARMER/SMOKER BOX
With the assistance of another person, tilt the Warmer/Smoker box into
position by resting the lip of the box on the hanging hem bracket, as
shown in Step 3-1. Secure the box to the barbecue body, using5-¼”x
½” screws and ¼” lock washers and nuts as shown in Step 3-2.
Step 3-1 Step 3-2
STEP 5: INSTALL PELLET HOPPER, 2 QT.
GREASE DRAWER AND WARMER/SMOKER
BOX HANDLES
Using 2 each - #6x3/8” screws and lock washers
as shown in Step 5.
Step 5
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STEP 6: INSTALL GRILL LID HANDLE WITH
GRIP
WARNING! This product contains a chemical
known to the state of California to cause
cancer.
STEP 7: INSTALL TOOL HOOK
STEP 8: INSTALL WARMER/SMOKER BOX
COMPONENTS
STEP 9: INSTALL TRIANGULAR GREASE
SHIELD
STEP 10: INSTALL ASH CLEAN OUT COVER
STEP 11: INSTALL GREASE DRAWER
To help slide the rubber grip onto the handle,
place the grip in hot water for approximately (30)
thirty seconds before sliding onto the handle.
Install the grill handle using 2-¼”x½” screws,¼”
lock washers and ¼”x 5/8” flat washers making
sure that both washers are on the inside of the
grill lid as shown in Step 6.
Place the Warmer/Smoker box grease tray and
grate into the bottom of the Warmer/Smoker box
as shown in Step 8.
Place the triangular grease shield into position.
Make sure that the bottom clip is facing towards
the firepot, and that the clip overlaps the flange on
both sides of the grease drain.
Place the square ash clean out cover into place
inside the grill as shown in in Step 10
Slide the grease drawer into place (it slides in
under the Warmer/Smoker Box on the right hand
side of the barbecue body.)
Using 3-¾"x½" screws and ¼" x 5/8"
washers, install the tool hook as shown in
Step 7.
Step 9
Step 6
Step 8
Step 7
Step 10
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Step 12
STEP 12: CUT OFF DIFFUSER ZIP TIES
Cut off the zip ties holding the heat diffuser in
place. Now, position the diffuser over the firepot,
making sure that the letter “F” is facing the front of
the grill. The legs of the diffuser should be
positioned between the front and rear brackets as
shown in Step 12.
QUICK CHANGE GREASE PAN SYSTEM
COMPONENTS
INSTALLING THE GREASE PAN SYSTEM
NOTE: Make sure that the letter “F” is facing the front of the grill.
This will ensure correct placement of the pan.
There are five main components to the grease pan system:
1) Outer frame (grease tray), which sits on the metal lip on the inside
perimeter of the main barbecue body.
2) The FlameZone™ pan, which is the main pan that fits on top of the
raised lip of the grease tray.
3) FlameZone™ covers. There are
(2) two covers. One narrow and
one wide. These go over and on
top of the raised dimples on the
FlameZone™ pan. They should
be removed only when you want
to cook hot and fast (grilling.)
4) FlameZone™ cover removal
tool (looks like a spatula). This
tool has two prongs which slide
into the FlameZone™ covers for
easy removal or replacement.
The frame should be placed on the lip which runs around the inside
perimeter of the barbecue body. Position the right hand lip of the grease
tray so that it slopes down to the right over the triangular shaped grease
shield. This will ensure that grease and drippings will run out of the grill
and into the 2 Qt. grease drawer.
Once the frame is properly positioned inside the grill, place the
FlameZone™ pan over the raised center lip of the Grease Pan Tray.
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TIPS
Some grill owners cover their FlameZone™ pan with a layer of aluminum
foil. If you do this, be sure to puncture holes in the foil on the raised
dimples of the pan to ensure that direct heat is achieved.
Make sure to never allow the foil to block or obstruct the ports in the
grease tray.
Always wait until the grill is completely cold before attempting to
remove the grease pan or frame, otherwise you may suffer serious
burns.
Keep the heat/smoke ports in the grease pan tray clean and clear of
food or other obstructions.
On a regular basis, use a putty knife to scrape the channels on the
front and back side of the grease tray to ensure grease flow and
drainage.
Hot, soapy water can be used for general cleaning. For heavy-duty
cleaning, it is advisable that you use a degreaser and stiff brush to
remove food particles, grease and smoke from the FlameZone™ pan
and the grease tray.
After washing and rinsing let the components dry before placing them
back into the grill.
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START UP AND SEASONING PROCEDURES
Make sure all interior grill components are installed correctly
before proceeding!
Start up procedure:
grounded 110 electrical outlet
STARTING YOUR GRILL IN COLD WEATHER:
1) Fill hopper with hardwood barbecue pellets. NEVER use
fuel pellets.
2) Plug grill power cord into or
power source.
3) Press the ON/OFF button once. Display will light up.
4) Press the STAR button in the center of the arrow buttons
once. The word SMOKE will flash. Use the Up or Down
button to adjust temperature to 450F.
5) Press the STAR button again to set the grill operating
temperature. Allow the grill to run for (30) thirty minutes at
450F with all of the internal components installed.
6) Once seasoned, you may adjust the SETPOINT
temperature to any desired temperature setting and begin
cooking on your MAK GRILL.
The first time you start up your grill, it may take 10- 20 minutes
before the pellets travel from the pellet hopper and into the firepot.
The grill may display a “flame out” message. If this occurs, restart
the grill by turning it off completely and then press the ON/OFF to
restart and resume the ignition sequence.
Your MAK GRILL features the latest Pellet Boss® software,
making it easier to start in cold weather conditions. When the grill
is turned on, the auger will feed pellets into the firepot for
approximately (3) three minutes. The igniter in the bottom of the
firepot will come on and get hot enough to start the pellets burning.
At the (6) six minute mark, the auger will again feed more pellets
into the firepot to help establish a constant fire.
READ THIS BEFORE USING YOUR GRILL!
Warning: This unit will get extremely hot!
Only touch handles while operating this grill.
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While the grill is IGNITING, the Pellet Boss® display will alternate
between SETPOINT temperature and IGNITING and the GRILL
TEMPERATURE.
Once a steady fire has been established in the grill, the Pellet
Boss® will switch out of IGNITING and into cooking mode. The
igniter will also automatically shut off at this point.
You may notice some white smoke coming out of the exhaust
louvers located at the back and right-hand side of the grill during
the IGNITION process. This is normal during start up.
Press and hold the ON/OFF button until the words COOL DOWN
appear. The Pellet Boss® will automatically go into cool-down
mode and may run for up to (20) twenty minutes before the grill
completely shuts off.
1) Change pellet varieties before operating the grill.
2) Place a bucket under the pellet hopper dump door.
3) Turn the bezel counter-clockwise and open the door to
allow pellets to flow out of the hopper and into the bucket.
You may need to use your fingers to push some of the
pellets through the door.
4) Once the hopper is empty, close the door and turn the
bezel clock-wise to secure the door.
5) Fill the hopper with a new variety of pellets. Always be sure
to use dry pellets.
Shut down procedure:
NOTE: Always wait at least (15) fifteen minutes after the grill
has completely shut down before placing the cover on the
grill. Never place a cover on a hot grill!
Changing Pellets:
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Cleaning Out Your Firepot:
after every 3-5 uses
NOTE: Before emptying your firepot, make sure the grill is
completely cool!
non-combustible
For optimum performance, it is strongly recommended that you
empty the firepot , more often if you perform
long-term “low and slow” smoking sessions.
To empty the firepot, remove the cooking grates, FlameZone™ pan
and heat diffuser. Insert your finger into the ring which is attached
to the firepot securing pin. The pin is on the left side of the firepot.
Pull the pin straight up and then slide the firepot to the right until it
is free of the auger tube and igniter.
Dump the pellet ash into a container, and then
slide the firepot back into place. The end of the igniter should stick
out at least one inch into the firepot. Once the firepot is correctly
positioned, put the pin back to secure it.
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PELLET BOSS
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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ON/OFF BUTTON
STAR BUTTON
Example:
ARROW BUTTONS
Example:
This button is on the left-hand side of
the Pellet Boss® control faceplate. To
turn the grill on or off, press the button
once.
The STAR button is used to activate
different functions and screens. It acts
in the same manner as the ENTER key
on a computer keyboard. Pressing the
STAR button selects or sets a
particular function or temperature.
Press the STAR button to activate,
change, or accept changes made to
any Pellet Boss® function.
To change the grill
SETPOINT temperature, press the
STAR button. (The temperature on the display screen will flash). Use the
UP or DOWN buttons to select your desired cooking temperature. When
the temperature you want is displayed, push the STAR button once to
lock in that temperature. The temperature will stop flashing.
There are four arrow buttons: LEFT, RIGHT, UP and DOWN. Use the
LEFT or RIGHT buttons to scroll through screens. The UP and DOWN
buttons adjust settings up or down.
You want to set a PROBE alarm for 150F. Press the RIGHT
button to advance the screen to PROBE 1. Now press the STAR button.
Under the word ALARM, the word OFF will flash. Press the UP button
until you reach 150F. Now press the STAR button to accept that meat
probe alarm temperature setting.
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AUGER OPERATION ICON
NOTE: The auger does not turn continuously unless you are
cooking at temperatures above 450F.
NOTE: As a safety feature, the auger will stop whenever the pellet
hopper lid is opened. It will resume operation when the lid is
closed.
TEMPERATURE/MEAT PROBE INPUTS
NOTE: Keep the Pellet Boss® out of prolonged, direct sunlight.
Otherwise it may damage the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD).
A small “a” will appear in the right hand corner of your display screen.
This confirms that your auger is running, transporting pellets from the
hopper to the firepot. When the auger is not turning, the “a” will not be
displayed on the screen.
You may use up to (3) three Temperature/Meat
Probes to monitor the internal temperature of the
food you are cooking. Put the probe plug into
any of the (3) three Temperature/Meat Probe
inputs. Run the probe through the “mouse hole”
on the front left side of the grill opening and
insert the probe end into your food. The internal
temperature of the food will be displayed as PROBE 1, 2 or 3,
depending on which input you have selected.
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PELLET BOSS®
SCREEN DISPLAY DESCRIPTIONS &SETTINGS
Screen Display- SETPOINT TEMPERATURE
Description:
NOTE: When you first turn on the grill, the default SETPOINT
temperature is SMOKE.
Settings:
NOTE: Once the grill has reached the chosen SETPOINT
temperature, the Pellet Boss® will beep (3) three times.
Screen Display-IGNITION
Description:
Settings
Screen Display-GRILL
Description:
Settings:
Screen Display- PROBE 1
Description:
Settings:
Shows the temperature setting for the main cooking
chamber.
The SETPOINT temperature can be changed in (5) five degree
increments from 200F up to 450F. The SMOKE setting operates between
170F-190F. On HIGH the grill will operate above 450F. To change the
temperature setting for the grill, press the STAR button. The temperature
will flash. Use the UP or DOWN arrow buttons to adjust to your desired
cooking temperature. Once the desired temperature is displayed, press
the STAR button once. The temperature will stop flashing and the grill will
adjust to the new cooking temperature.
Indicates that the grill is in the igniting mode.
: When you turn on the grill, it will start the IGNITION sequence,
and will remain in IGNITION until the grill has an established fire in the
firepot. There are no settings for this feature.
Shows the temperature inside the grill.
There are no user settings for this screen. To change the grill
cooking temperature, follow the instructions above.
The internal food temperature of meat probe 1.
To add an alarm for the probe, press the RIGHT button until
you reach PROBE 1 on the screen. Press the STAR button. The word
OFF will flash. Use the UP button to adjust to desired probe temperature.
Press the STAR button again. Now the grill will alarm when the probe
reaches that selected temperature.
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