recteq RoadWarrior 340 User manual

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WARNING
FOR OUTDOOR USE
ONLY
DO NOT STORE OR USE COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS
IN OR NEAR THIS APPLIANCE.
TO PREVENT INJURY, NEVER ATTEMPT TO MOVE
GRILL WHILE HOT OR WITHOUT ASSISTANCE.
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AND FIRE IS VERIFIED AS EXTINGUISHED.
LEAVE A MINIMUM OF 60” CIRCUMFERENCE
BETWEEN GRILL, DECKS, HOUSES OR ANY
COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS.
USE ON LEVEL GROUND AWAY FROM
OVERHANGING ROOFS OR EAVES.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Warning: Read all safety information before operating grill.
For outdoor use only. Do not use in any enclosed area. Use on level surface,
away from overhanging eao^l.
Keep grill 60” or more from any combustible surface.
Do not put anything flammable on the bottom shelf under the grill.
Never plug in your KhZ]PZkkbhk,-) without the service access grate
underneath your controller installed.
Never put your grill in a vehicle without first ensuring that it is completely cool and
that no hot embers, pellets, or ashes remain in the firepot or auger.
Occasionally, your KhZ]PZkkbhk,-) should be checked for fire pot obstructions
to make sure proper airflow is maintained. See cleaning instructions in this manual
for proper procedures.
Your KhZ]PZkkbhk,-) gets very hot; keep young children and animals away
while in use. Use extreme caution when cooking at high temperatures.
Use heat-resistant barbecue mitts or gloves when operating this unit. Long
handled, non-plastic utensils are also recommended.
Do not touch cooking chamber or attempt to move your KhZ]PZkkbhk,-) while
operating or while the grill is hot. Make sure the fire is completely out and that the
grill is completely cool before transporting the grill. Before covering your grill,
make sure that the grill has cooled completely.
Never put your hand in the pellet hopper or attempt to service any part of your
KhZ]PZkkbhk,-) while your grill is plugged in.
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RT-340
Assembly Manual and Users Guide
Congratulations on the purchase of your new
KhZ]PZkkbhk,-). With proper care and maintenance, your grill will provide
you years of trouble-free operation. Please review the following information
carefully for useful tips and information that will help you utilize your grill’s
extensive features and benefits.
To see our favorite recipes and cooking tips, visit recteq.com. As you become
familiar with your recteq, you will find that indoor cooking becomes the
exception and not the rule in your house. With the ability to easily cook foods
to standards that meet or exceed restaurant quality, you will find yourself
not wanting to go to restaurants and pay for food that does not live up to the
recteq standard of flavor. Also, don’t be alarmed when your neighbors call
and ask if you will ‘recteq’ some meat for them...This is a common occurrence
among recteq owners.
We want you to join the vibrant and growing community of recteq owners.
Whether you want to contribute your own tips and recipes, learn from others,
or a bit of both, please jump right in. You now have an incredible tool for
cooking. Let’s see how you use it!
Thank you for choosing recteq.
Ray Carnes & Ron Cundy
Co-Founders, recteq, LLC
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ROAD WARRIOR Contents
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1. Grill Body
2. Stamped Insulated Lid
3. Lid Stops (Left and Right) x2
4. Lid Stop Hardware
5. Heat Deflector
6. Drip Pan
7. Cooking Grate
8. Drip Bucket
9. Bottom Shelf
10. Temperature Probes x2 (not pictured)
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Road Warrior Hardware
Hardware Specs Steps Used Illustration
Long bolts M8x1 1/4
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Locking Nuts M8x1 1/4
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ROAD WARRIOR Assembly
Step 1: Unpack and Prepare for Assembly
Step 2: Turn Grill Over
Remove grill body from packaging. Remove all items from grill body. Open second box and
remove parts. Verify that all items are present.
Tip: Flatten the cardboard box out and lay everything on it. This serves as a good working area
and it helps prevent the grill from getting scratched or damaged during installation.
Rest grill on its end, hopper side down.
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Step 3: Install Leg Assembly
Mount Leg Assembly Guide Track to Grill Body using Leg Assembly Guide Track Hardware.
Align screw holes on grill body with holes in :ssembly @uide Mrack.
Pro Tip: “Arrow” shaped cut out will point towards the hopper. To attach Mount Leg Assembly
Guide Track to Grill Body, use Bolt + Lock Washer + Flat Washer. (4 per guide track).
Repeat for the other side. Hand tighten hardware. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Do not fully tighten until all bolts have been installed.
Pro Tip: Install side bolts first.
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Step 4: Attach Legs to Grill Body
Align Wheeled Leg to the Leg Assembly Guide Track and secure with Locking Guide Knobs. DO
NOT FULLY TIGHTEN. Attach the Pull Bar Leg to Grill Body using Pull Bar Leg Assembly
Hardware. Hand-tighten to secure. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
Step 5: Stand Grill Upright
IeZ\^ Adjustable Locking Knobs into Locked Position. Tighten to secure. Turn grill fully upright by
lifting Iull ;ar Eeg Aandle upward. Step on wheel bar, pull handle bar, and carefully pull into
upright position.
Leave :djustable Eocking Dnobs fully tightened until grill assembly is complete.
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Attach Micro-Iolished Bull Horn Handles to lid with included hardware.
Pro Tip: Screwdriver recommended. Power Drill not recommended for this step. Hand
tighten both Horns, close lid, level Horns to desired position, open and tighten fully.
Step 7: Insert Auger Guard into Hopper
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Step 8: Insert Heat Deflector, Drip Pan, Cooking
Grates, and Drip Bucket
Lift the lid, align the notches in the Heat Deflector with the small brackets in the front and back of
the barrel, and place the Heat Deflector over the Fire Pot. Install the Drip Pan with the pan sloping
down to the right of the grill making sure to leave equal gaps between the pan and the front and
back of the chamber walls. Install the Cooking Grates by resting them flat on the front and back
ledges. Install the Drip Bucket by clipping the handle to the hook on the spout.
Note: See last image for proper placement of =rip Ian.
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TO RAISE AND LOWER GRILL
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Always collapse legs before transporting.
With adjustable locking knobs loosened, place one foot on Pull Bar Leg. Carefully lift grill body
out of locked position and lower slowly. Do not attempt to collapse grill with adjustable locking
knobs fully tightened.
TO RAISE AND LOWER GRILL
WARNING:NEVER ATTEMPT TO MOVE YOUR GRILL IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
Always collapse legs before transporting.
With adjustable locking knobs loosened, place one foot on Pull Bar Leg. Carefully lift grill body
out of locked position and lower slowly. Do not attempt to collapse grill with adjustable locking
knobs fully tightened.
TO RAISE AND LOWER GRILL
WARNING:NEVER ATTEMPT TO MOVE YOUR GRILL IN UPRIGHT POSITION.
Always collapse legs before transporting.
With adjustable locking knobs loosened, place one foot on Pull Bar Leg. Carefully lift grill body
out of locked position and lower slowly. Do not attempt to collapse grill with adjustable locking
knobs fully tightened.
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Initial Setup Procedure
Before cooking for the first time, we recommend that you remove the <ooking @rate and wash it with
mild soap and water. Fill your hopper at least halfway up and place a small handful of pellets into
the?bre Iot (about 1/4 cup of pellets). Do not over fill the ?bre Iot. Reinstall the a^Zm]^_e^\mhk%
]kbiiZg%grate, set grill to 400°F and once the grill reaches 400°F, let run with the lid down for 1
hour. This will provide a final cure and remove any residue that may have accumulated during
manufacturing and shipping. After this initial burn, your :uger and ?bre Iot are primed, and your grill
is ready for cooking.
Operating Your Grill
Power Button:
Press power button to turn grill on and adjust to desired temperature.
• Turning the grill ON activates the automatic startup mode and illuminates the digital readout.
• If your grill fails to light itself within 30 minutes of startup, the Smart Grill Technology™ processor
will turn the grill off and display ER-2 on the screen.
• Pressing the power button again activates the shut down mode of your grill. If grill’s actual
temperature is below 160°F, pressing the power button will simply turn the grill off.
• When the power button is used to shut down your grill, the Smart Grill Technology™ processor
will stop adding pellets to the?bre pot and the fan will continue running to completely burn the
pellets remaining in the ?bre pot. During this cooling process, the display screen will display
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Temperature Control: Use UP and DOWN Arrows to select computer maintained temperature in
25° increments. (Range: 225°F - 500°F)
Additional Temperature settings: LO and RIOT
LO: Dropping the grill temperature under 225°F will cause the screen to display LO. This setting is
not an exact temperature, but rather the lowest temperature the grill can achieve. This will largely
depend on outside factors, such as ambient temp/type of pellets.
Temperatures will typically range < 225°F.
RIOT Mode: Pushing the grill temperature over 500°F will cause the screen to display RIOT. This
setting is not an exact temperature, but rather the highest temperature the grill can achieve. This will
largely depend on outside factors, such as ambient temp/type of pellets.
Temperatures will range > 500°F.
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Test Mode
Press and hold the Temp Display button and the Down Arrow at the same time.
8888 will appear on the screen. Once it does, let go.
Click Temp Display and O1.0, will appear, press Temp Display again to get to 5-1.
Now press the Power Button to move to 5-2.
Next, press the Down Arrow for 5-3.
Then the Up Arrow for 5-4.
And finally, the Temp Display, now you should see IGN.
Using Temp Display scroll through IGN  AUG  FAN  RTD Test  MEAT PROBE Test  and
finally BYE.
Hitting Temp Display while you’re on BYE will take you out of Test Mode.
Settings
Press and hold the Up Arrow and Temp Display at the same time until ,) pops up and the red
light is on Set Point, this is the Minimum Feed Rate Setting.
Once you press the Temp Display button the red light will move to Actual and the screen should
read 0, this is the Offset feature. (Offset ranges are +20 and – 20)
Press Temp Display again and the red light will move to Meat, this is the Meat Probe
Calibration. (Meat Probe ranges are +10 and – 10)
Use the Up and Down arrows to adjust all the settings – pressing the Temp Display button
continuously will cycle between these three screens in a loop.
To Exit settings, simply press Power.
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Smoking
Roasting/Braising
Baking
Grilling
Searing
180°F to 275°F
275°F to 325°F
325°F to 375°F
375°F to 450°F
450°F+
Shutting Off Grill
When you are done cooking, simply press the power button. The blower fan will start to cool your
grill down and will shut off on its own. The auger will feed pellets after the fan is finished cycling; this
is completely normal. Keep lid closed during this process. Do not move until fully cooled.
Tips, Tricks, and Temps
Preheating
It is important to allow your grill to preheat to achieve your desired cooking temperature before
cooking. This allows the entire grill to heat up and quickly return to your desired temperature
once your food is introduced. If you do not allow the grill to preheat, you will find that it takes a
longer period of time to bring both the grill and the food to your desired cooking temperature. It is
important to leave the lid closed during preheating.
Pellet Information
Ultimate Blend Iremium Aardwood Iellets contain approximately 8,200 BTUs of heat per pound
and leave less than 1% ash residue. Pellets should be stored in a dry area, as wet pellets will swell
and turn back into sawdust. For the best results, always use premium hardwood pellets in your grill.
The use of grades other than premium hardwood pellets may result in temperature variations,
uneven cooking, and poor results. Remember, pellets do not contain preservatives and will
deteriorate over time.
Caution: Some wood pellets produced for heating fuel have a high content of softwood which can
include pitch and should not be used for cooking. Always check with the pellet manufacturer to
ensure that you are cooking with a premium, 100% hardwood pellet.
Operating Temperatures
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• Always use grill on a level surface.
• Check and clean ?bre Iot regularly; this will ensure proper ignition and heat output.
• Not all pellets are created equal; always use dry and fresh pellets.
• Always store pellets in a dry area.
• Get to know your grill and keep good cooking notes. This will help with consistency.
•Practice makes perfect.
• Always allow your meat to rest before serving.
• Always keep your cooking area clean.
• Avoid lifting the lid more than necessary.
• Wind can cool your grill temperature.
• Always preheat grill to desired temperature before use.
• Wipe off stainless steel surfaces before preheating; dirt and food stains can cook into surface.
• Always check pellet hopper for debris and remove excess pellet dust as needed.
• Leave at least one inch of clearance between food for even cooks (crowded foods will take
longer to cook).
• Foods cooked in pans or containers will require more time than foods cooked directly on grate.
• Use your platinum-tipped meat probe to determine meat-doneness; never rely on time.
• Know your food’s internal temperature.
• Use long handled tongs and spatulas for turning meats; do not use plastic utensils.
•Injecting, mopping, and spritzing are great ways to keep meat from drying out.
•When going low and slow, plan for your meats to stall; larger pieces of meat tend to take
longer from160°F-180°F. Be patient.
•Never unplug your grill to turn it off.
• When not in use, unplug and cover with recteq Premium Grill Cover.
Temperatures
Remember, you can’t tell whether meat is safely cooked by looking at it. Any cooked, uncured red
meats (including pork) can be pink, even when the meat has reached a safe internal temperature.
After you remove the meat from your grill, allow it to rest.
• Hot foods should be held at 140°F or warmer.
• Cold foods should be held at 40°F or colder.
• Perishable foods should not be left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature; 1 hour when
the temperature is above 90°F.
• Always follow food safety guidelines provided by the USDA.
Tips, Tricks, and Temps
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Maintenance & Cleaning
• Clean your fire pot every 3-5 cooks or after every 16 hours of cooking time, to ensure proper
airflow.
• Use a grill brush to clean your cooking grate after every cook to provide years of trouble-free
use.
Note: Make sure that no bristles have shed onto the cooking grate.
• Use a mild soap and water to clean the exterior of your grill.
AVOID USING CAUSTIC CLEANERS! ie: :jax, <omet, etc.
• If left in an exposed area, keep your grill covered and unplugged when not in use.
• Never let your pellets get wet; they will swell and jam your auger.
• If grill is not used for 6 weeks or more, it is advised to remove all pellets from
hopper.
Never store the grill in a small space or place in a vehicle unless completely cool and fire is verified
as extinguished. Never move the grill while it is still hot. Never move the grill without assistance.
Clean the ash from the interior of your grill, ?bre Iot, and Aopper every 5-6 bags of pellets – a
shop vac is an ideal tool for this job. It also helps to leave a thin layer of ash on the bottom of the
barrel for insulation.
WARNING: Always wait at least 12 hours after cooking to remove ash from your grill!
If you have completed a low and slow cook that has caused the accumulation of grease on your
foil, you must change the foil before cooking at high temperatures!
Failure to do so will most certainly cause a grease fire in your grill.
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Troubleshooting
We pride ourselves on our grills, grilling accessories, and on our commitment to serve you. Please
consult the chart below to help resolve issues you may encounter. Also, please don’t hesitate to
contact us with any issues.
[phone]
Issue Potential Cause Solution
Grill will not light/turn on
Power
Make sure power is plugged into
working GFCI outlet, and outlet is
not tripped.
Igniter
Remove cooking grate%]kbiiZg%
and a^Zm deflector; visually inspect
fire pot and if after 10 minutes:
•your pellets are feeding
•your blower fan is running
•your grill is still not lighting
Then your igniter rod may need to be
replaced. Call Customer Service.
Auger Motor
Remove cooking grate%]kbiiZg and
a^Zm deflector; visually inspect auger
turning in the fire pot.
(Note: the auger turns very slowly)
If auger is not turning, you may have
an obstruction in your hopper. Clean
out pellets and try again. If problem
persists, your auger motor may
need to be replaced. Call Customer
Service.
Control Board
UNPLUG GRILL.
Check to make sure the fuse is intact
and has not blown.
Check for any loose wire
connections. If any wires have
become detached, refer to controller
schematic.
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Issue Potential Cause Solution
Grill is smoking excessively/
smoke is discolored
Pellet quality/age
Inspect pellets; ensure that pellets are
dry and have not broken down into
sawdust.
If problem persists, remove pellets
from the hopper and clean ash from
your firepot, then replace with fresh
dry pellets.
Excess ash in fire pot
Check the burn pot for ash and clean
as necessary (it’s advised to clean
fire pot every 3-5 uses).
Blower fan
Unplug grill. Remove access panel;
visually inspect blower fan for any
obstructions, loose connections,
bugs, etc.
Remove obstructions. Power grill on.
If problem persists, unplug grill. Spin
fan manually for several revolutions.
Plug grill back in. If problem still
persists, your blower fan may need
to be replaced. Call customer
service.
Grill will not heat up to or
maintain proper temp
Pellet quality/age
Inspect pellets; ensure that pellets are
dry and have not broken down into
sawdust. If problem persists, remove
pellets from the hopper and clean
ash from your firepot, then replace
with clean dry pellets.
Insufficient airflow Check fire pot for any obstructions/
ash accumulation.
Excess ash in fire pot Check fire pot for ash and clear as
necessary.
Fire continues to go out
Pellet quality/age
Inspect pellets; ensure that pellets are
dry and have not broken down into
sawdust. If problem persists, remove
pellets from the hopper and clean
ash from your firepot, then replace
with clean dry pellets.
Hopper obstruction
Unplug grill. Remove pellets from
hopper. Clean hopper of any
obstructions or build up.
Pellet Bridge
Excessively long pellets can catch on
each other and cause pellets not to
fall into the auger.
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Issue Potential Cause Solution(s)
Pellets are not being delivered
to fire pot
Hopper obstruction
Unplug grill. Remove pellets from
hopper. Clean hopper of any
obstructions or build up.
Auger Failure/Jam
Remove cooking grate and a^Zm
deflector plate; visually inspect
auger turning in the fire pot.
(Note: the auger turns very slowly)
If auger is not turning, you may have
an obstruction in your hopper. Clean
out pellets and try again. If problem
persists, your auger motor may
need to be replaced. Call Customer
Service.
Flare ups Excessively greasy food while
temperature setting is too high
Cook at 350 degrees or below
when cooking excessively fatty
foods.
Excessive grease/build up Excessively greasy food
Cook at 350 degrees or below
when cooking excessively fatty
foods.
Smoke coming from hopper
Excess ash in firepot Clean grill interior.
Pellet level very low in hopper Add more pellets to hopper
Excess pellet dust lining auger
tube causing burn back
Remove pellets from hopper and
vacuum out hopper, auger tube, and
fire pot.
ER-1 Power Failure
Make sure power is plugged into
working GFCI outlet, and outlet is
not tripped.
Turn grill off, then back on again to
reset controller and clear code.
ER-2 Grill hasn’t ignited in over 30
minutes
Refer to “Grill will not light/turn on”
in Troubleshooting.
ER-3 RTD unplugged/grill over
heated
Check connection and let grill cool.
Turn grill off, then back on again to
reset controller and clear code.
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