Masterbuilt 20040712 Guide

MASTERBUILT
ASSEMBLY, CARE & USE MANUAL
WARNING & SAFETY INFORMATION
MODEL 20040712 SMALL BARREL GRILL WITH FIREBOX
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
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Tools required for assembly: Adjustable Wrench, Phillips Head Screwdriver.
,/_, CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD ..... /:/!"_ WARNING ;_!t
Burning charcoal gives off carbon
monoxide, which has no odor and can
cause death.
DO NOT burn charcoal inside homes,
vehicles, tents, garages or any enclosed
areas.
Use only outdoors where it is well
ventilated.
This manual contains important
_n ofo_tTon_necessary for the-pl-operand--
safe use of this grill.
Read and follow all warnings and
instructions before using grill and
during use.
Keep it for future reference.
iFailure to follow these warnings and instructions pfoper[y could result in fire or explosion, which could cause
property damage, personal injury, or death.

GENERAL WARNING AND SAFETY INFORMATION _
• Keep a fire extinguisher accessible at all times while operating grill
• Never leave gdll unattended while in use.
• Never use inside an enclosed area such as a paEio, garage, building or {ent.
•Never use Inside a vehicle, not even a recreational vehicle such as amotorhome, camper, or truck bed.
•Never operate this grill under any overhead construction such as roof coverings, carports, awnings or overhangs.
•Maintain a minimum distance of 10 ft. (3m) from all structures.
•Keep area clear of all combust=ble materials such as wood, dry plants, grass, brush, paper or canvas.
Never operate this grill within 25 ft. 17.5m1 of flammable liquids.
- Never operate this grill within 10 if_ (3m) of a gas cylinder.
•Never use this grill as a heater (READ CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD).
•Use this grill only on a stable, level surface to prevent tipping.
• Use on non-combustible surfaces such as dirt, concrete, br=ck or rock
•Keep children and pets away from grill at all times. Do not allow children to use grill
•Only use charcoal lighting fluid. Never use gasoline, a[cohol or other highly votatt[e flutds to [gntte charcoal.
These fluids can explode causing injury or death.
•Gr][I is HOT while in use and will remain HOT for apedod of time afterwards. Do not touch any part of the grill
without wearing protective gloves.
•Never move gdl[ when in use. Allow grill to cool comp[etsly before moving or storing.
•Never leave HOT coals or ashes unattended.
•Do not stoz'e gd[I wtth HOT ashes or charcoal inside grill. Store on|y when fire Is completely out and all surfaces
are cold.
•Dispose of cold ashes by placing them in aluminum fez[, soaking with water and discarding in a non-combustible
contalner.
•Accessory attachments not supplied by Masterbui[t Outdoor Products© are not recommended.
•Never use this product fox"anything other than its Intended purpose. This grill is not for commercial use.
_|waye use_hls grlJJit) accordance with all appJicab]e Iocal, state and tederaJ era codes.
Combustion by-product produced when using this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects,
other reproductive harm, or cancer,
The materials used in this product may contain lead achemical known to the State of
California to cause birth defects and other reproductive harm.

GrdlLid
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2 1 Warming Rack
3 2 Cooking Grate
4. t Charcoal Grate
5 1 Grill Body
6 1 Air Damper
7 2 Leg Connector
8a 1 Leg Bracket
Leg Bracket w/
8b 1 Ftrebox Mount
9 2 Short Axle Leg
10 2 Long Stationary Leg
11 1 Storage Shelf
12 1 Axle
13 2 Wheel
14 2 Side Shelf Bracket
15 1 Side Shelf
t6 1 Smoke Stack
Temperature Gauge
47 1 (wffl_ RetUrner Clip)_
18 2 Lid Handle
DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER
For AssemblyAssistance, Missing or Damaged Parts
Call" MASTERBUILT Custome[ Sen,'lca at
14_00-489-158I, Please have Model Number and Serial
Number availabfe when cal[mg
These numbers are located on sliver label off back of unit

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21
Lid Handle
Firebox Top wtLid 23
Firebox Base 24
Access Door wtAir 25
Damper
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Firebox Charcoal Grate
Firebox Cooking Grate
Firebox Lid Stop
Grate Lifting Tool
(A)
M6x 12
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Qty-25
(e) (C}
M6 M6x45
He:<Flange Nut Philhps Head Screw
Q_-25 Qt_14
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(D) (E)
M6x60 M6
Phtf_pa Head Screw Lock Nut
Qty-2 Qty-5
(F) (G} (H) (I) {J|
M6 M6 M6
Cardage Bolt Flat Washer Lock V'_sher Cotter Cl_p Axle Cap
Qty-2 Qty--4 Q[y-4 Q_-2 Qty-2

DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER For Assembly Assistance, M=ss_n9 or Damaged Parts
Call MASTERBUILT Customer Servtce at 1-800-499-1591
PEease have Model Number and Senal Number available when calling_
These numbers are located on stiver label on back of umt.
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Lid Ktt
Warming Rack Kit
Cooking Grate
Charcoal Grate
Grill Body Kit
Air Damper Kit
Leg Connecter Tube Kit
Leg 8racket Kit
Leg Bracket wl F_rebox Mount K_t
Axle Leg Kit
Stationa_ Leg I<Jt
Lower Shelf
Axle Kit
W'aeel _t
Side She;f Support Kit
Side Shelf Kit
Smoke Stack KJt
Temperature Gauge Kit
Lid Haedle Kit
F_rebox Lid Kit
Ftrebox Base Kit
Access Dear Kit
Firebox Charcoal Grate
F_rebox Cooking Grate
Firebox Dd Stop Kit
Grate Lifting Tool
Firebox A_r Damper Kit
Axle Caps
Hardware Bag
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Before assembty read
instructions carefully.
This unit is heavy. Do not
assemble without assistance,
Tools needed for assembly:
Adjustable Wrench
Phillips Head Screwdriver
Assemble grill on a clean, flat
surtace.
CAUTION: Use caution during the
assembly process.
Some components are heavy.
STEP 1
Pay close attention when
assembling grili legs. R=ghtlegs
are shorter.
Insert right sho,'l leg (9) and left long
stationary leg (lg) into leg connector
(7) as shown.
Repeat step _ to assemble second set
of legs.
STEP 2
Steps 2-3 require assistance, Get a
hetpe_
Insert storage shelf (11) into holes of
assembted gd, legs as shown
STORAGE SHELF
INSERTION HOLE

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STEP 3
Attach leg bracket w/firebox moL_nt
(Sb) to right short legs (9) as shown
using phdIips head screws (C) and
_'_-_-_ hex flange nuts (B)
|Do not fully tighten screws at this
STEP 4
Insert ayJe (12) through heles en
shod. right ;egs (9). SHde wheel (13)
onto axle and secure using cotter clip
(I), Snap axle cap (J) onto end of
wheel assembly as shown.
Repeat step on opposite side for
remaining wheel.
DO not fulty tighten screws at this
time.

STEP 5
Place grill body (5) onto assembled
legs with holes for gnlJ lid to the back
Tightly secure gnll body to leg
connectors (7) using phillips head
screws (C) and hex flange nuts (B).
Do not fully tighten screws at this
time_
%STEP 6
Note: Do not over tighten, A_r
damper shou[d move freely.
Attach air damper (6) to body (5)
using phllhps head screw [A) and
lock nut [E) as shown,

STEP 7
Note: PositiOn brackets so sharper
angled end (Fig. A) is used to
connect to Jag connector.
Attach side she_f suppod brackets
(14) to side shelf (15) using ph_lhps
head screws (A)
Do not fully tighten at this time.
STEP 8a
Step 8 requires ass|stance.
Get a helper'!
Ahgn holes on assembled stde shelf
(15) with holes on grill body (5) as
shown.
Insert phtlhps head screw (A) through
holes on body (5) rote s|de shelf (15)
Secure usmg hex flange nuts (B)_
STEP 8b
Attach shelf support brackets (14) to
tap holes m Ieg connector C7) as shown
using phiflfps head screw_(C). Secure
using hex flange nuts (B).
Tighten all screws at this time.

STEP 9
Step 9 requires assistance.
Get a helped
Align grill hd (1) with gnl_ body (5) as
shown. Secure grill lid (1) to gdll body
(5) us=ng carnage bolt (F).
Repeat step on opposite end.
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STEP 10
Insert temperature gauge (17)
through slotted hole m grill |_d (1)
Secure by turning temgerature gauge
(I7) and Iock into place with retainer
nng

STEP 11
Secure handle (I8) to grill |_d (1)
using f!at washer (G), lock washer (H)
and hex flange nut (B)-
STEP 12
Attach smoke stack (16) to left s_de of
gnIf lid (I) and secure with phtllips
head screws (A) as shown

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STEP 13a
Insert phllhps head screw (D) into
bole o;1 lhe _eft side of gnll hd [1)
Thread hex f_ange nut (B) onto bolt
and tighten, Shde warm_ng rack (2)
eyelet onlo end of support bait.
STEP 13b
Slide warming rack to the far }eft to
butt up against gd¿tlid.
On nght side of gdll lid (1) hold hex
flange nut (13) In place with hand
and thread phllinps head screw (D)
through nut, guiding warming rack
(2) onto sugport bait as shown
STEP 14
Note: Do not over tighten Jack nut
(E}. Warming rack should move
freely.
Secure warming rack (2) to pb.dli_s
head screw {O) using lack not (E) as
shown,
Secure warming rack support arm
ante gnll body (5} using phillips screw
(A) and hex tack nut (E)
Repeat step on oppostte st(_e

STEP 15
Place firebox top (19) ontQ f_rebo×
base (20)
Insert philhps head screws (A)
through holes in outer lip of firebox
as shown Repeat on opposite side
T_ghter_ securely
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STEP 16
, On rear of fi_ebox, inse_ tab oN
;firebox lid stop (24) into slot then
secure in place with phillips head
C- -. - screw CA) and hex flange nut (B).
Insert h_nges on access door (21) into
hinges on firebox base (20).
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STEP 17
Insertend of Iid handle (18) through
holes in fi_ebox lid (19), Secure
using flat washer (G), lock washer
(H) and hex flange nut (B).
STEP 18a
Insert 2 phillips head screws (A) halfway
into firebox connection holes as shown,
STEP 18b
Carefully insert attached phillips head
screws into keyholes on side of gflll
body (5).
Secure firebox to grill body with phillips
head screws (A} as shown,

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STEP 19
A_acb firebox b_se (20) to leg
bracket w/firebox mount (Sb) using
phWips head sccews (A) and bex
flange nuts (B),
STEP 20
Insert f_ebox charcoal grate (22) into
firebox body as shown.
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STEP 21
Note: Shorter end of cooking grate
should be placed near corners.
Some parts not shown for clarity.
Insert firebox cooking grates (23) into
smoker box as shown.
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STEP 22
Insert chamoal grate (4) insidegrill
body (5) as shown.
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STEP 23
Use grate I_ng too) (25} to posibon
c,_ok_r_ggrates (3) onto grailbody (5)
_s ,_how_
Curing your grill wil/ rid the unit of chemicals and oils left over by the manufacturing process
allowing them to burn off.
1 Using a napkin or cloth, rub a light coat of cooking oil on cooking grates and inside grilllid
2, Fill charcoal grate with 21bs(0.91kgs) charcoal and light (see page 17 for detailed lighting
fnstructions). Allow charcoal to burn until covered with a light asl_{approximately 15 minutes),
3. Close lid and let the gr_llburn for about 30 minutes. Make sure temperature gets up to 400"F
(204°0).
-4,Allow unit to cool-completely.
5. Reappty light coat of cooking offon cooking grates and _nsideof smoker door.
6 Relight grill and burn the oil for 20 minutes.
*Cure your grill periodically to prevent excessive rust.
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GRILLING
Note: Be sure to remove cooking grates before lighting charcoal
1. F_Itcharcoal grate with 21bs(0.91kgs) of charcoal briquets. Stack bnquets _na pyramid.
3. Add lighter fluid following directions on fluid container. Before light_ng, place lighter fluid at least
25 ft (8m) away from unit. Do not lean into unit when lighting charcoal. Light charcoal. LEAVE
LID OPEN.
4. In about 15 minutes, flames witl die out and briquets will begin to ash over_Once the briquets are
completely ashed over, spread briquets in asingle layer
5. With protective gloves on, carefully place cooking grates onto grill.
6. Place food on grill.
- Never use gasoline to light charcoal.
• Overfilling charcoal grate can cause serious injury and damage the unit.
•Never add additional lighter fluid once charcoal has ignited.
-Hot coals should not be left unattended.
• Unit is hot. Use protective gloves and long, sturdy cooking utensils.
GRILLING IN FIREBOX
For firebox use, follow Steps %6 above in firebox.
SMOKING
1. Pre-soak wood chips in water for at beast30 minutes.
2. Follow Steps 1-4 above to light charcoal in firebox.
3_Make sure briquets are ashed over_With protective gloves on, carefully place 1-2 cups (0.24I-0.561)
of wood chips on top of charcoal. Never use more than 2 cups (0.561)of wood chips at a time
4. Close firebox lid and open air damper 1in - 2in (2.54cm-5.08cm).
5. Place food on cooking grate in grill.
6. Check wood chips periodically to see if wood has burned down. Acid more wood chips as needed.
• Wood chips must be used in order to produce smoke and create the smoke flavor,
•When lid is opened, sometimes a flare up may occur. Should wood chips flare up
immediately close lid, wait for wood chips to burn down then open lid again.
•Do not leave old wood or charcoal ashes in the firebox. Unit should be cleaned out prior to
each use to prevent ash build-up.
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•Inspect all hardware tightness and assembled parts on a regular basis to ensure gdil is In safe
working condttion.
• ALWAYS allow gdll to cool completely before handling.
• ALWAYS empty charcoal grates a_er use only when ashes have completely cooled
Th_swill help prolong charcoal grate life.
•Clean gnll, including special surfaces such as cooking grates w_thmild cleaning
agents. Wipe outside of gdll with damp cloth. DO NOT use oven cleaner.
• ALWAYS cover and store cold grill in a protected area.
• Indoor storage of grill _spermissible only if the charcoal has burned to acomplete
ash AND is cold. Remember to remove cold ashes before storing.
• Grill is made of steel and may rust over time. If rusting occurs on outside surfaces,
clean area with sand paper or steel wool, then cover with heat resistant paint.
• If rusting occurs on the inside surface of grill, clean area with sandpaper or steel
wool, then coat with cooking oit,
• NEVER USE PAINT ON INSIDE SURFACES OF GRLLL
Q: The paint finish inside my lid is peeling. What can I do?
You are seetng a deposit of grease and smoke that collects during normal use that resembles
paint. These carbon deposits are non-toxic, but you may want to regularly remove the
build-up. Remove build-up using a brass or stiff bristle brush before grilling. Future build-up can be
avoided by simply wiping the gdll lid while slightly warm with a mild soap-and-water solution.
Q: When can Iput my meat on the grill?
Gnll is ready for use when charcoal is ashed over and no visible flames are present.
Q: How do t regulate the heat on my grill?
Adjusting the air dampers wtll increase and decrease airflow and heating. Open air dampers to
increase heat and airflow. Close air dampers to decrease heat and airflow.
TO ENSURE THAT IT IS SAFE TO EAT, FOOD MUST BE COOKED TO THE MINIMUM INTERNAL
TEMPERATURES L|STED IN THE TABLE BELOW.
USDA* Safe Minimum Internal Temperatures
Ftsh
Pork
Egg Dishes
Steaks and Roasts of Beef, Veal or Lamb
Ground Beef, Veal or Lamb
Whole Poultry {Turkey, Chicken, Duck, etc,)
Ground or Pieces Poultry {Chicken Breast, etc,)
* United States Department of Agriculture
1450F (63°C)
160=F (71°0)
160°F (71"C}
145°F (63°C)
160°F (71°C)
lSS"F (74=C)
165°F (74°C)
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• Avoid bumping or impacting grill.
• Keep your hands, hair and face away from burning charcoal.
• This gdll has an open flame. Be careful of loose hair and clothing during operation. They may
catch fire.
• Use protective gloves when handling thts grill or working wtth fire Use protective gloves or
long, sturdy fireplace tools when adding wood or charcoal.
• Do not allow anyone to conduct acttwbes around this grdl during or following its use until the
unit has cooled. This grill is HOT during operation and remains HOT for a period of time
followtng its use.
• Fatty foods like hamburgers can have excess grease that can cause flare ups. When cooking
fatty foods, use caution when opening lid and during cooking to avoid being burned.
• Be careful when removing food from grill. All surfaces are HOT and may cause burns. Use
protective gloves or long, sturdy cooking tools.
• Never use glass, plastic or ceramic cookware on this gntl.
• The use of alcohol, prescriptton or non-prescription drugs may _mpatrthe user's abtl_tyto
properly assemble or safely operate this grill.
• Gdll lid and body are HOT while in use and dudng coohng process.
• Do not remove charcoal grate while ashes and charcoal are HOT
• Air dampers are HOT while the grill is in use and during cooling; wear protective gloves when
adjusting.
• Never overfill charcoal grate. This can cause serious injury as well as damage the unit.
•Only use charcoal lighting fluid, never use gasoline, alcohol or other highly voEatilefluids to
ignite the charcoal. These fluids can explode causing injury or death
REII_INDER'. NEVER OPERATE THIS GRILL UNDER ANY OVERHEAD CONSTRUCTION.
MAINTAIN A MINIMUM DISTANCE OF 10 FEET FROM OVERHEAD CONSTRUCTION, WALLS
OR RAILS. SEE DIAGRAM BELOW.
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m
__ Wall 10 ft (3