monolith BBQ Guru Edition CLASSIC User manual

Job: 1061 - BBQ Guru - Monolith Manual
Release Date: September 2017
Color: CYMK
Flat Size: 5.8268” x 8.2677”
Folds: n/a
Notes: Saddle Stitch.
.125” bleed on covers
Project Manager:
D. Cook
Designer:
C. Gernert

Thank you for choosing The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition!
Congratulations on your new Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
ceramic grill. In this user’s handbook you will find the most
important information relating to your grill. We wish you
many hours of enjoyment with your new Monolith BBQ
Guru Edition ceramic grill. For further information, please
visit our web page: www.monolithgrills.com
ATTENTION: To ensure proper use of this product, please
read this owner’s manual carefully, especially the safety
recommendations, before using and retain for future ref-
erence!
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition is the most advanced
ceramic grill in the world that delivers on all it promises:
grilling, smoking, baking, cooking, barbecuing or roasting.
Enjoy all the options, enjoy surprising your guests, enjoy
indulging your palate. Your backyard will become a realm of
endless choices.
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition combines aesthetics with
functionality in delightful fashion. An object of art, pleasing
to both the eye and the palate.
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition is a tradition. The Kamado
has traditionally been used by the Chinese and Japanese for
over 3000 years. In the 70s, the modern ceramic grill started
to evolve out of the Japanese Mushikamado and began to
blaze its trail of success.
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition is different. It’s unique, it’s
extravagant, it will satisfy your hunger for the extraordinary.
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition’s versatility allows you to
invite the world’s cuisines into your home. Using your
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition you will enjoy a delectable new
way of life 365 days of the year in all weather.
© 2017 Monolith BBQ Guru Edition™
All contents, texts, images, photos, as well as the layout and design are pro-
tected by copyright law and may not be changed, copied, reproduced, sup-
plemented or used in any other way without written permission.
Subject to modification.
1 INTRODUCTION
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction
2 All advantages at a glance
3 Monolith BBQ Guru Edition overview
4Unpacking
5Contents / Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
6 Setup / Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
8 Accessories
12 Assembling the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
including cart
13 Control mount bracket and fan setup
14 Lighting the charcoal
15 Wood chip feeder (smoking)
16 Care and maintenance
17 Safety tips
18 Warranty & contact

2 ALL ADVANTAGES AT A GLANCE
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition grill – the complete outdoor kitchen
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition unites the advantages
of a classic grill with those of a brick oven.Barbecue, low
temperature cooking, baking, smoking ... Whichever
way you prepare your dishes, the Monolith BBQ Guru
Edition grill will always enable you to achieve perfect
results. No matter whether you need very high temper-
atures to grill the perfect steak or smoke a large amount
of meat for hours on low temperatures – the Monolith
BBQ Guru Edition is your grill. The Monolith BBQ Guru
Edition used as a brick oven is perfectly suitable for
baking pizza or bread. The temperature range is
between 160°F and 750°F.
Due to its unique efficiency, the grill needs very little
energy to generate and maintain desired temperatures.
Using 5.5 lbs. – 6.5 lbs. of charcoal, the Monolith BBQ
Guru Edition can work in the low temperature range for
up to 24 hours. Since very little oxygen is required, air
movement is extremely low in the grill, preventing the
meat from drying out. The meat remains moist.
If you just want to quickly grill 2 steaks, this is easy. Due
to the chimney effect, the charcoal heats up extremely
quickly. With the high temperatures you can grill the
steaks, then close the openings afterwards to regulate
the air. When your cook is done, simply seal the open
and bottom vents and the charcoal embers will extin-
guish quickly. This means you can reuse left over char-
coal which increases its overall efficiency.
Our unique system of supplying wood chips gives the
meat that great smokey BBQ taste, without having to
raise the lid. The wood chips are placed on a rack and are
pushed through the opening directly into the fire area.
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition is made of extremely
heat-resistant ceramics and high-grade stainless steel.
It has two side tables made of solid bamboo. The cart is
made of high grade materials and easily supports the
weight of the ceramic while giving you the freedom to
move your Monolith BBQ Guru Edition around
smoothly and safely.
Due to the efficient insulation of the grill and the
advanced regulation of the air supply, you can control
the temperature in the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
unlike any other type of grill. The consumption of char-
coal is generally 25 – 50% less compared to other grills
on the market.
The target temperatures are reached very quickly
through the chimney effect and Guru Control, so you
can cook within 15 minutes of lighting, with far less fuel
burned during the preheating phase.
The outside temperature of the Monolith BBQ Guru
Edition is much lower than a steel grill – minimizing
the risk of burn injuries.
Due to the extremely temperature resistant ceramics
and the use of high-quality stainless steel, the Monolith
BBQ Guru Edition is very low-maintenance and can be
used even in winter.

Guru Temperature
Control Fan Housing
Sturdy Cart with
Lockable Castors
Bamboo Side Tables
Control
Mount Bracket
Cast Iron Dual-Disc Ventilation
Cap for easy temperature and
air flow control
Stainless Steel Air Vent
and Ash Collect
Unique Wood Chip Feed System
High Temperature
Resistant Ceramic
Thermometer
3 MONOLITH BBQ GURU EDITION OVERVIEW

4 UNPACKING
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition is packaged toensure
that it arrives undamaged.
1. Cut the plastic straps and remove the cardboard lid.
2. Remove the steel legs that are fastened in place with
cardboard next to the ceramic unit.
3. The side panels of the carton can now be removed
easily.
4. Remove the cartons containing the accessories locat-
ed next to the ceramic unit. Further components and
accessories are found within the unit and can now be
easily removed.
5. Lift the ceramic unit out of the steel cart. We recom-
mend carrying the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition by
the brackets for the side tables.
6. Please consider recycling the cardboard packaging.
CAUTION:Due to the risk of breakage please exercise caution
when handling the ceramic components. Avoid carrying the
grill by the hinges or the bamboo handle, this can lead to
damaging the grill! Due to the weight we recommend the unit
be carried by two people. Be sure to wear gloves to prevent
injuries.

CLASSIC / LE CHEF STANDARD ACCESSORIES:
Dual-Disc Ventilation Cap
Cast Iron Fire Grate Charcoal Basket
with Divider
Deflector Stone (halved)
& Lift
Stainless Steel Grill Grate
Fire Ring Fire Box Heat Protector
Stainless Steel
Extension Grate
Bamboo Handle Cart
Pizza Stone
5 CONTENTS
Second Level Stainless
Steel Grate (Le Chef only)
Ash Hook Grate Lifter
Thermometer One Bag Metal Fittings Control Mount Bracket
Two Bamboo Side Tables
Wood Chip Feeder System

6 SETUPS
CLASSIC / LE CHEF POPULAR SETUPS:
Direct cooking is used primarily for searing foods
and for cooking foods that take less than 20 minutes
to cook. Food is placed directly above the heat sour-
ce on the stainless steel grate and should generally
be turned once halfway through the cooking time to
expose both sides of the food to the heat. This
method is usually best for relatively small pieces of
food that cook quickly, such as shrimp, steak, ham-
burgers, hot dogs, sausages, and vegetables.
Indirect cooking involves creating a barrier between
the coals or placing the food to the side of the heat
source. Since foods are cooked by reflected heat
inside the surfaces of the grill, foods slowly cook
evenly on all sides and does not need to be turned.
You can provide indirect heat to your food by placing
the deflector stone over the hot coals. It is ideal for
traditional barbecue meats that require long, slow
cooking at low heat, such as ribs, brisket, whole tur-
key, and pulled pork.
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition is the complete outdoor kitchen. The versatile charcoal-fueled grill is
equally proficient at basic grilling tasks and complex, competition-level barbecue. The extensive range of
included accessories offer multiple fire configurations and a variety of cooking methods.
Direct:
High Heat Grilling/Searing
Indirect:
Low & Slow Cooking/Smoking

7 SETUPS
CLASSIC / LE CHEF POPULAR SETUPS:
The cordierite ceramic pizza stone can withstand
high temperatures and recreates the conditions of a
brick oven on your grill. This method is best for gril-
ling gourmet-style pizza or baking dessert and bread.
To use this setup, lay the pizza stone on top of the
stainless steel grate and charcoal basket.
Two-zone cooking is the most versatile way to cook.
It combines both direct heat and indirect heat for
cooking a wide array of foods at the same time. To
create a two-zone fire, use the charcoal basket and
divider. Position coals on one side of the grill for
direct, high-heat cooking and searing and leave the
other side empty. Place a halved deflector stone on
the other side without coals for lower-temperature
cooking and as a safe zone for flare-ups.
Explore your culinary creativity and grill, barbecue, smoke, bake, sear, or roast—the options are limitless.
Explore these four common cooking methods and you’ll be amazed at the all-round talent, convenience, and
possibilities available by using just one grill.
Two-Zone:
Combo Indirect/ Direct
Pizza Stone:
Grilling/Baking

Wood Chip Feeder System
The unique system of supplying wood chips, chunks,
or pellets allows you to insert smoke chips directly
over hot charcoal—without having to raise the lid.
Using a specially designed aperture, flavored wood
chips are placed onto the wood chip feeder tray. Push
the wood chip feeder into the grill and pull out the
handle to release wood chips directly into the fire
area. Because you don’t have to lift the lid, you main-
tain more consistent low-and-slow cooking tempera-
tures which are important for making great barbecue.
Dual-Disc Ventilation Cap
The dual disc ventilation cap allows for easy tempera-
ture and airflow control. By adjusting the ventilation
cap, you can regulate the required temperatures.
Opening the ventilation cap will increase airflow and
oxygen intake, making the charcoal hotter and the
temperature increase. By closing the ventilation cap,
you reverse the process.
Pizza Stone
The cordierite ceramic pizza stone is perfect for grill-
ing or baking authentic Italian crispy pizza, quiches,
breads, and desserts. The open-pored surface heats
efficiently and absorbs the moisture from the dough
to ensure a crispy base. For best results, use in combi-
nation with the deflector stone to prevent the base of
the pizza stone from getting too hot.
8 INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

Cart
The robustly designed cart is made of high grade
materials and easily supports the weight of the
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition, giving you the freedom
to move your ceramic grill around smoothly. The
sturdy cart features locking castors for added safety,
stability, and easy transportation.
Ash Hook
Simplify cleaning your Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
ceramic grill with the ash hook. The durable stainless
steel tool will reach deep into the ceramic fire box to
remove ashes for easy cleanup. After cooling down,
simply lift up the charcoal basket out of the Monolith
BBQ Guru Edition by the handles, then use the ash
hook to remove the ashes out of the bottom of the
chamber without the need to disassemble any parts
of the grill. You can also use the ash hook to clean and
scrape out the ashes in the ash compartment.
Grate Lifter
The sturdy grate lifter allows for safe and easy lifting
and removal of hot grill grates. It features a bamboo
handle and is made of polished stainless steel.
9 INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

Two Bamboo Side Tables
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition has two practical
bamboo side tables for extra working surfaces. The
supportive and durable bamboo tables make cooking
convenient by providing more room for your grill
tools, food, condiments, and spices. Fold down the
tables when not in use. To use a BBQ Guru
Temperature control unit with the ceramic grill, the
control mount must be attached to the left bamboo
side table.
Bamboo Handle
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition features a stylish
bamboo handle for safe opening and closing of the
ceramic lid. When in use, grab and securely place the
handle in your hand to protect yourself from the hot
lid. Easily open or close the lid by slowing moving it
up or down. Assembly not required.
Charcoal Basket with Divider
The stainless steel charcoal basket significantly
improves airflow within the grill and is ideal when
using medium to high temperatures. The extra airflow
enables the charcoal to reach higher temperatures
faster and allows the ashes to fall through the bars to
prevent both clogging and obstruction to the air sup-
ply. The charcoal baskets for the Monolith BBQ Guru
Edition Classic and Monolith BBQ Guru Edition Le
Chef can be divided, allowing you to use only half the
area to create direct and indirect grilling zones.
10 INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

Deflector Stone (halved) and Lift
The deflector stone protects your food from direct
heat, creating a perfectly controllable convection
oven. By placing the deflector stone over the hot coals
you can cook large pieces of meat, whole fish, and
poultry to perfection on low temperatures. This set
up is ideal for low-and-slow barbecue cooking. The
two half-moon shaped ceramic deflector stones,
together with the charcoal basket, enable you to cre-
ate different heat zones within the Monolith BBQ
Guru Edition Classic and Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
Le Chef. Place the deflector stones, or if desired just
one deflector stone, on the stainless steel lift. This
enables you to cook indirectly on one half while
simultaneously directly grilling on the other half.
Stainless Steel Grill Grate
Grill like a professional directly over hot coals on the
stainless steel grate. High heat directly from the coals
gives your food those desired grill marks and true
authentic barbecue flavor. The Monolith BBQ Guru
Edition Classic has a steel grate diameter of 18in.,
making it the perfect choice for all your outdoor cook-
ing needs. With a steel grate diameter of 21.5in., the
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition Le Chef is great for cook-
ing large amounts of meat or simultaneously cooking
many different dishes.
Stainless Steel Extension Grate
Quickly expand your cooking area with the stainless
steel extension grate. The specially formed legs allow
the grate to be placed securely on top of the regular
stainless steel grate or the 2nd level grate.
Second Level Stainless Steel Grate
(Le Chef only)
Create a greater cooking capacity and efficiency by
elevating food to additional levels with the 2 half-moon
second level stainless steel grate. The specially formed
legs allow the grate to be placed securely on top of the
regular stainless steel grate. Cook on up to three tiers
by stacking the extension grate on top of the second
level grate. For superior flexibility, use the half-moon
grates to create an indirect cooking zone on one side
and a direct cooking zone on the other half.
(Le Chef only)
11 INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

A. Assemble the cart by placing the stainless steel caps
on the top of the legs then screw the legs to the frame. To
prevent scratches on the metal components, place a
cloth or a piece of paper between frame and legs before
turning. Turn each leg until the holes of the frame are
aligned with the holes in the legs. For more user conven-
ience attach the legs with the lockable castors next to
each other.
B. Secure each leg with four screws, then fasten all
screws tightly.
C. Make sure the castors are locked before placing the
ceramic unit in the cart.
CAUTION: Place the cart on a flat and stable surface.
Keep in mind the heavy weight of the grill. Note that the
grill can reach very high temperatures and should not be
placed in the immediate vicinity of combustible materi-
als. The grill must not be operated in closed rooms.
D. Lower the ceramic unit into the cart, making sure
the opening (ash compartment) is between the legs
with the lockable castors. We suggest carrying the
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition by the brackets for the side
tables.
CAUTION:Due to the risk of breakage, please exercise
caution when handling the ceramic components. Avoid
carrying the grill by the hinges or the bamboo handle,
this can lead to damaging the grill! Due to the weight
we recommend the unit be carried by two people. Be
sure to wear gloves to prevent injuries.
E. LE CHEF ONLY: Loosen the two capped nuts on the
front of the metal bands and attach the handle to the
bolt. Screw the capped nuts back on the studs and tight-
en with a wrench.
F. Place the cast iron cap on the top opening of the
ceramic unit.
G. Put the fire box inside the Monolith BBQ Guru
Edition; placing the cut away section towards the open-
ing of the ash compartment. Cleaning your Monolith
BBQ Guru Edition is easy when the fire box and the ash
compartment door opening are aligned correctly.
H. Place the heat protector stone on the base of the
unit. This stone prevents the base of the grill from
overheating.
I. Place the cast iron fire grate inside the firebox and
then the charcoal basket inside the firebox, making
sure that the opening for the wood chip feeder system
is aligned with the opening in the fire ring.
J. Place the fire ring on top of the fire box, making sure
the opening for the wood chips is directly behind the
corresponding opening in the ceramic unit.
K. Hook the side shelves in the corresponding mounts
on the ceramic unit. If shelves do not align into the
mounts easily, you may have to very carefully bend the
metal mounts slightly to accommodate.
IMPORTANT: Before first use check that all the screws
are safely and correctly tightened. The screws on the
metal bands around the unit should be tightened on
a regular basis.
12 ASSEMBLING THE CART

(The fan position in this image indicates the fan is off)
MONOLITH CONTROL MOUNT SETUP:
Before using a BBQ Guru temperature control unit
with the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition, the control
mount must be attached to the grill.
1. Align the Monolith control mount in front of the pre-
drilled hole on the left bamboo side table.
2. Push the control mount screw through the pre-
drilled hole on the left side table and fasten it tightly
with the nut.
3. On the back of the BBQ Guru temperature control
unit, there are two metal hook pins. Align the pins
to the Monolith control mount and push it through
the pre-drilled holes.
4. Slide the BBQ Guru temperature control unit down
the control mount. This will lock and secure the
device into place.
FAN SETUP:
All Monolith BBQ Guru Editions are equipped with a
BBQ Guru temperature control fan housing. This fea-
ture allows the user to control the amount of air flow-
ing into the grill.
1. Take the spiral fan cord that is included with the
BBQ Guru temperature control unit. Fully insert one
end of the spiral fan cord into the fan port located
on the control.
2. Take the other end of the spiral fan cord and fully
insert it into the side of the fan housing.
IMPORTANT NOTE: When using a BBQ Guru temper-
ature control unit to maintain cooking temperatures
(400°F or below), turn the fan knob counterclockwise
(left) to move it into the ON position. Move the fan knob
clockwise (right) to turn it OFF.
IMPORTANT NOTE: When the BBQ Guru tempera-
ture control unit is NOT in use, ALWAYS make sure the
fan dial is turned to the OFF position. This will prevent
heat from getting in and destroying the fan unit.
IMPORTANT NOTE: ALWAYS turn the fan housing
OFF when cooking over 400°F. This will prevent dam-
age to the fan housing.
Hook Pins
Control
Mount Bracket
13 CONTROL MOUNT AND FAN SETUP

14 LIGHTING THE CHARCOAL
A. Depending on temperature and application, use
either the cast iron fire grate or the charcoal basket.
When using low temperatures and grilling for a long
period of time, we recommend using the cast iron fire
grate. This enables you to fill up the firebox with a
larger amount of charcoal, allowing for a longer burn-
ing duration and easy temperature control due to the
reduced airflow.
When using medium to high temperatures, we recom-
mend using the charcoal basket. The extra airflow
enables the charcoal to reach higher temperatures
faster. Fill the charcoal basket up till the opening for
the wood chip feeder system. The cast iron fire grate
and the charcoal basket can be used simultaneously.
Ensure that there aren’t any small charcoal pieces
at the bottom of firebox or charcoal basket, as these
can obstruct airflow. The charcoal baskets for the
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition Classic and Monolith BBQ
Guru Edition Le Chef can be divided, allowing you
to use only half the area, hence creating direct and
indirect grilling zones.
CAUTION: We recommend only high quality, large
lump charcoal. Note that the grill can reach very high
temperatures and should not be placed in the immedi-
ate vicinity of combustible materials. The grill must
not be operated in closed rooms. Keep children and
animals away from the hot grill. Please stay close to the
grill during the process of heating up the charcoal,
temperatures in excess of 840°F can be reached very
fast and may cause damage to the grill components.
B. We recommend lighting the center of the charcoal.
Please do not use chemical or liquid accelerants, as
their fumes can be absorbed by the ceramic unit and
may adversely affect the flavor and quality of the food.
We recommend the propane torch or chemical free fire
accelerants. Close the lid and open the air vent and
ventilation cap. Due to the chimney effect, the charcoal
heats up extremely fast (approx. 15 minutes).
CAUTION: Do not use chemical or liquid fire acceler-
ants. Never light the grill with the lid closed.
C. If cooking under 400°F, you can use your DigiQ or
CyberQ Cloud BBQ Guru Control to set your cooking
temperature with oven-like precision. Set your Cook
Temp to the desired temperature, and the BBQ Guru
control will bring it up to temperature for you quickly
and with great accuracy. If cooking over 400°F, instead
adjust the air vent and ventilation cap, leaving a gap of
approximately .5 – 1 inch.
CAUTION: The grill and its metal components can get
very hot, please wear gloves or use tongs when adjust-
ing the air vents.
By adjusting the air vent and ventilation cap, you can
regulate the required temperatures. Opening both
vents will increase airflow and oxygen intake, making
the charcoal hotter and the temperature increase. By
closing the vents, you reverse the process. Due to the
very good insulation of the heavy ceramics, it will take
some time to lower the temperature from the high
temperature range. Therefore, we suggest not letting
the temperature rise too high if you are planning on
using the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition in the low tem-
perature range.
D. Then place the appropriate accessories according to
the setup for the desired grilling method inside the grill.
CAUTION: The grill and its metal components can get
very hot, please wear gloves or use tongs when placing
the metal grates, pizza stone or deflector stone in the
grill or when removing them. Do not place hot compo-
nents on flammable or sensitive surfaces. Please exer-
cise caution when handling the hot components in
order to avoid injuries.
E. By closing both of the air vents, the embers will be
extinguished; this will take approximately 10 – 20 min-
utes. The remaining charcoal can be reused. After
cooling down, simply lift the charcoal basket out of the
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition by the handles, then shake
off the ashes, or use the ash hook to remove the ashes
within the ceramic fire box.

15 WOOD CHIP FEEDER (SMOKING)
This illustrates our unique system of supplying wood
chips, chunks or pellets. The wood chips are placed
onto the rack and are pushed through the intended
opening directly over the hot charcoal – without
having to raise the lid. Because you don‘t have to lift
the lid, you maintain more consistent low-and-slow
cooking temperatures which are important for
making great barbecue.

16 CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Using for the First Time
The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition can be used directly
after assembly and does not require any further treat-
ment. The cast iron fire grate is covered in a protective
coating to safeguard it against corrosion. This protective
coating will burn off during initial use. Please wait until
any odor clears before placing food on the grill.
Cleaning the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
Only clean the exterior of the Monolith BBQ Guru
Edition, cart and side tables with water and mild clean-
ing agent. NEVER use water to clean the inside of your
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition. The insides as well as the
grates can be cleaned by using high temperatures. By
completely opening both vents (make sure there is
enough charcoal in the firebox), raise the temperature
to 400°F and leave for 15 – 20 minutes. The heat will
burn off all organic residue. Make sure to turn the fan
dial to the OFF position during this process.
WARNING:Do not exceed 900°F, this could damage the
gasket or individual components within the Monolith
BBQ Guru Edition.
After the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition has cooled down,
remove the ashes from the ceramic components with a
soft brush. The grates can be cleaned with a metal grill
brush. The cast iron grate and fire grate can be cleaned
with a metal brush and thinly coated with vegetable oil to
protect against rust.
ATTENTION: Gradually, the light colored ceramic of the
interior will darken. This is a normal process and is
caused through combustion, smoke and grease.
Ashes
After cooling down, simply lift up the charcoal basket
out of the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition by the handles,
then shake off the ashes, or use the ash hook to remove
the ashes within the ceramic fire box. If required,
remove the cast iron fire grate before cleaning. You can
use the ash hook to scrape out the ashes in the ash com-
partment. We suggest occasionally removing all com-
ponents out of the unit and cleaning them and the
inside walls with a soft brush.
Cleaning the Grill Grates
Clean the grates while still hot with a metal grill brush,
removing all larger organic materials. The grill grates are
made of stainless steel and are dishwasher safe. Only use
mild cleaning detergents. The exposure to high tempera-
tures can cause discoloration of the steel.
Cleaning the Pizza and Deflector Stone
The pizza stone and deflector stone are both made of
open-pored cordierite ceramic, therefore liquids and fats
can soak or burn into the surface, which can lead to per-
manent discoloration of the material. The discoloration is
harmless and does not constitute defects. To remove
larger organic materials, simply scrape the surface with a
spatula or grill brush. The deflector stone may be wrapped
in aluminum foil to protect from dripping fat.
Mold & Mildew
If your Monolith BBQ Guru Edition hasn’t been used for
an extended period of time, moisture can get trapped
inside the grill. Mold or mildew can start to develop on
left over organic materials on the grill grate or on the
internal ceramic components. Scrape away the mold or
mildew with a spatula or grill brush. The rest can be
burned off by running the grill at 400°F for 15 – 20 min-
utes. The heat will burn off all the remaining mold and
mildew residue.
If you plan not to use your Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
for a longer period of time, remove the charcoal as it will
draw even more moisture into the grill.
For ideal protection from the weather, we recommend
using our Monolith covers. Open both the air vent and
ventilation cap before placing the cover over the Monolith,
allowing the air to circulate within the grill and allowing
moisture to escape.
Metal Bands
The metal bands should be checked regularly and tight-
ened if necessary.
Gasket & Replacement Sets
The gasket material is subject to wear and must be
regularly replaced, depending on the amount of grill use.
Avoid damaging the gasket with metal brushes or too
high temperatures (in excess of 900°F). To replace the
gasket, remove the old gasket very carefully with a spatu-
la taking care not to damage the ceramic glaze. Any glue
residue can be removed carefully with sandpaper. The
gasket replacement band is self-adhesive. Start at the
back of the grill working your way around, making sure
the gasket doesn’t protrude inside the grill.

Placement of the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
Always choose a hard and level surface. Take the weight
of the Monolith into consideration. Do not place the
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition directly on or in vicinity of
combustible materials. Sparks and the hot exhaust air
are also potential fire hazards, therefore do not place
under a low patio-roof or canopy. Do not use the
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition indoors. Always place it
outdoors with adequate air circulation.
Opening and Closing the Lid
The ceramic lid is held in an open position by means of
tension springs. Do not underestimate the heavy weight
of the lid. Never let the lid drop when closing, make sure
that no body parts or grill tools are between the unit base
and lid. By simply releasing the handle, both the lid and/
or base can be damaged through the weight and force of
the lid. Replace damaged springs immediately.
Moving the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition
Do not attempt to move the Monolith BBQ Guru
Edition unless it is cool and does not contain any hot
charcoal. When moving, use both hands to pull the
cart towards you in the desired direction. Do not
push it! The cart is not designed to roll over uneven
surfaces such as lawn, sand or gravel. For uneven
terrain we recommend our Monolith Buggy.
Children and Pets
When using the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition, do not
leave children and pets unattended close to the grill.
Indoor Use
Due to smoke emissions, do not use the Monolith BBQ
Guru Edition indoors. Always place it outdoors with
adequate air circulation.
Local Ordinance & Regulations
Observe all local ordinances and regulations.
Cast Iron Ventilation Cap
Please refrain from looking inside the cast iron
ventilation cap. Sparks and the hot exhaust air
can cause injury.
Placing/Removing Components
The grill and its metal components can get very hot,
please wear gloves or use tongs when placing the metal
grids, pizza stone or deflector stone in the grill or when
removing them. Do not place hot components on flam-
mable or sensitive surfaces. Please exercise caution
when handling the hot components in order to avoid
injuries. Do not try to remove the firebox or charcoal
basket when filled with hot coals.
Lifting the Grates
Use the grate lifter when raising the hot grates. Please
wear gloves to avoid burn injuries.
Risk of Burn Injuries
Due to the very good insulation of the heavy ceramics,
there is minimal risk of burn injuries when touching
the outside walls of the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition.
We still recommend using precaution and keeping
children and pets away from the grill while in use.
Fire Danger
Do not leave the grill unattended. Sparks and the hot
exhaust air can cause flammable objects in the vicinity
to ignite.
Backdrafts
Once lit, the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition lid should
always be opened slowly and with extra caution to pre-
vent dangerous flare-ups or backdrafts. When opening
the lid, lift it only 1.5 – 2 inches first and wait a moment
before opening all the way. In the rare event should you
have a backdraft, immediately close the lid and both air
vents. It is always advisable to wear heat resistant
gloves, and not to stand directly in front of the grill.
Lighters
Never use any fluid or chemical accelerants. Never use
lighter fluid, spirits, or gas! Chemical or liquid acceler-
ants can be absorbed by the ceramic unit and may
adversely affect the flavor and quality of the food.
Extinguishing the Charcoal
By closing both of the air vents, the embers will
extinguish. This will take approximately 10 – 20 min-
utes. Never use water to extinguish the charcoal.
17 SAFETY

18 WARRANTY
The warranty is based on normal and reasonable resi-
dential use. The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition Grill
carries a warranty for materials and workmanship on
all grills and components as explained below:
1. The Monolith BBQ Guru Edition carries a 10 year
warranty on all ceramic components and a 1 year war-
ranty on all wooden components. There is a 2 year
warranty on the BBQ Guru temperature control fan
housing. The warranty is non-transferable, hence
valid for as long as the original purchaser owns the
Monolith BBQ Guru Edition. Warranty coverage
begins upon purchase from BBQ Guru. The original
purchase receipt must accompany all warranty claims.
2. Within the warranty period, all original Monolith
BBQ Guru Edition components that are found to have
defects in materials or workmanship will be replaced
or repaired. Fulfillment of warranty acts doesn’t cause
a prolongation of the warranty period or initiate a new
warranty period. Any replaced or repaired compo-
nents under warranty keep the warranty date of the
original Monolith Grill BBQ Guru Edition purchase.
3. The warranty is only valid for the original purchaser as
follows: Warranty coverage begins upon purchase from
BBQ Guru. The warranty is non-transferable and cannot
be prolonged through any of our retailers or partners.
The assembly and installation of the grill must be in
accordance with the user manual, and with all region-
al and national building and fire safety codes.
Fine cracks in the exterior glaze, so-called Craquelure,
can occur during the firing process caused by differ-
ent expansion coefficients of the glaze and ceramic
material. This is inevitable and even desirable, making
the ceramic more robust to temperature changes.
Craquelure is not a quality defect. Should however,
parts of the ceramic break or chip, please contact our
customer service.
Due to the high temperature fluctuations within the
grill the fire box and the fire ring could crack. The
expansion joints in these components usually prevent
such cracking. Should any fine cracks appear, these
are merely a cosmetic defect and generally do not
expand any further. Further use of these components
is safe, the functionality of the grill is not affected.
Should however, these components break, please con-
tact our customer service.
Stainless steel components, such as grill grates, are
subject to discoloration through exposure to high
temperatures. Furthermore, under certain condi-
tions, the stainless steel components may rust.
Warranty coverage does not extend to any dents,
scratches, chips, fading, oxidation, rust or corrosion
resulting in the improper use of chemical cleaners or
heat exposure, unless resulting in a loss of structural
or functional integrity.
The warranty is based on normal and reasonable use
and maintenance of the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition.
The warranty does not apply to any damage or break-
age caused by improper use. Any unauthorized modi-
fications or alterations to the Monolith BBQ Guru
Edition will void the warranty.
4. Warranty does not apply to any losses or accidental
damage or breakage from dropping, or for any dam-
age incurred through; improper assembly, support or
use; improper storage, transportation; lack of mainte-
nance or through negligence. Warranty coverage does
not extend to storm damage such as hail storms,
floods or natural disasters, fading through the expo-
sure to chemicals or minor cosmetic cracks of the
exterior glaze that do not affect the performance of
the Monolith BBQ Guru Edition.
5. All further claims, including, in particular, claims
for damages, are herewith excluded.
6. Sales of Monolith BBQ Guru Edition grills are cov-
ered by US warranties through BBQ Guru. Warranties
of Monolith Grills sold outside of the US are covered
by Monolith Grills Europe at http://www.mono-
lith-grill.eu.
USA, September 2017
Should you have any questions, warranty claims,
ideas, praise or critique please contact us:
BBQ GURU™
800-288-GURU (4878)
359 Ivyland Road Warminster, PA 18974-2205
[email protected]
www.monolithgrills.com