Vision grills KAMADO User manual

Owner’s Manual
Cooking with your Kamado
Your new Vision Kamado is the complete outdoor cooking
appliance that allows you to sear, grill, bake and smoke
all types of food. For best results, we recommend using
natural lump charcoal made from hardwoods. Compared
to briquettes, natural charcoals start faster, burn cleaner
and longer, reach higher temperatures and produce less
ash. Leftover natural charcoal also relights for re-use.
Before restarting the grill, knock off excess ash from
remaining charcoal. Routinely empty ash, but only do so
when grill is cool.
Starting your Vision Kamado Grill is simple and fast: Open
top and bottom vents wide open, fill the inner fire bowl
with enough charcoal to cover the air holes, then light the
charcoal using approved grill starters. After several coals
are burning, spread evenly, adjust top and bottom vents,
and wait for the Kamado to reach your desired cooking
temperature (As needed, add more charcoal by using the
flip grate feature, being careful not to burn yourself with
the hot food or cooking grate).
Welcome to Kamado cooking! Our Vision Kamado is based
on 3,000+ years of clay pot cooking from around the
world. Over generations our ancestors have continued to
refine Kamado techniques for grilling, smoking, baking and
cooking all types of food, including meats, poultry, fish and
vegetables. Kamado cooking locks in moisture and provides
a variety of ways to infuse different tastes into your foods,
turning weekend grillers into neighborhood chefs.
Our Vision Kamado builds on this heritage with fresh
aesthetics, safety and convenience features, a user-friendly
easy-lift lid with spring assist and high-quality materials to
define a new industry standard for design and innovation.
The thick ceramic construction of our grill provides superior
thermal insulation allowing you to grill, cook, bake or smoke
regardless of the season - from the hot summer days in our
home town of St. Louis to the cold snowy days in Bangor,
Maine.
In this manual we provide the basics to get you cooking and invite you to our website, www.visiongrills.com, where we share
recipes, detailed Use & Care information and contact information if you need more help.
From our entire team here at Vision Grills, thanks for your purchase. Here’s to becoming the destination eatery in your
neighborhood!
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PARTS
* Part Material & Style may vary based on Model
PART NAMES PART NUMBERS
1 Cast Iron Top Vent
1.1 Bakelite Tab
2 Ceramic Dome Lid
2.1 Thermometer
3 Top Ring Assembly
4 Stainless Steel Bottom Cooking Grate
5 Charcoal Grate
6 Handle (with nuts & washers)
7 Fire Bowl
8 Bottom Ring Assembly
9 Felt Gasket
10 Ceramic Dome Bottom
11 Ash Drawer Body
11.1 Ash Drawer Knob
12 Stainless Steel Stand
12.1 Stand Handle (x 2 with nuts & washers)
13 Wrench for Handle Assembly
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WARNING PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR VISION KAMADO.
PLEASE KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
ATTENTION! Use caution when cooking, as grill surfaces get hot. To
avoid burns, always use protective gloves to adjust top and bottom
vents when grill is in use. Do not wear loose clothing near the grill.
ATTENTION! This barbecue will become very hot, do not move it
during operation. For outdoor cooking use only. Do not operate grill
indoors or in an enclosed space. Use grill only in well-ventilated
areas. Keep immediate area around the grill free from combustible
materials. Allow for at least 3 feet/1 meter of clearance around grill
(house, other outdoor products, hanging tree limbs, shrubs, etc.)
WARNING! Keep children and pets away from the grill at all times.
Do not allow children to operate grill. Never leave grill unattended
when in use.
Grill should be placed securely on a level base prior to use. Only
operate grill on a hard, stable, level surface (concrete patio, ground,
etc.) capable of supporting the weight of the grill when loaded with
food. Never operate grill on wood support surface, wood deck or
like combustible support surfaces. Never attempt to move grill
when in operation or cooling down. Never operate this grill within
25 feet/7.5 meters of any flammable liquid. Never operate this grill
within 10 feet/3 meters of a gas cylinder. The grill should not be
placed under combustible structures, like garages, porches, patios,
or carports. Burning charcoal produces carbon monoxide, an
odorless gas, which can cause death.
The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may
impair the operator’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate
the grill.
Do not use on boats or recreational vehicles.
CAUTION: Never use lighter fluid, gasoline, or other volatiles to start
your charcoal, as it is dangerous and will leave a residual taste
in your food. Use only firelighters complying to EN 1860-3. Use
utmost care when adding charcoal to grill. Dispose of cooled ash by
placing it in aluminum foil, soaking with water and discarding in a
non-combustible container. Always wait for grill to completely cool
before opening built-in ash drawer.
When cooking above 500ºF/260ºC, with both top and bottom vents
closed, rapidly opening the lid creates a sudden rush of oxygen into
the grill, which can cause a flare-up. When in this cooking mode, we
recommend that, prior to opening the lid, you open top and bottom
vents to allow oxygen to stabilize inside the grill, minimizing the
possibility of a flare-up.
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SET-UP
Step 1: Assemble Top Lid Vent
Close lid and press Top Vent
onto top of Kamado. Be sure
spring clips are fully engaged
with calibrations facing the
front of the grill.
Step 3: Insert Grill into Stand
Take all parts out of the grill
before lifting. With the help of
a second person, lower the grill
into the Stand by holding the
back hinge and bottom of grill.
As grill is lowered into stand,
carefully switch out hands from
bottom of grill to the ash drawer
opening before reaching the
outer ring of stand. Completely
lower grill to bottom of stand.
Step 4: Add
Components to Grill
Lower fire bowl into the grill
with the ash drawer opening
facing the front of the grill.
Place cast iron Charcoal
Grate inside fire bowl. Place
stainless steel cooking grate
on top of the fire bowl.
Step 5: Grill Handle Assembly
Attach the Handle by placing
handle bracket over studs, opposite
the hinge. On each stud use flat
washers, then screw on acorn nuts
and tighten with provided wrench.
Step 6: Ash Drawer Usage
Slide Ash Drawer into ash
drawer opening. When grill is
cool, it is safe to remove ash
from Ash Drawer. To remove
Ash Drawer, use bottom knob
on Ash Drawer, lift slightly and
pull drawer out.
Step 2: Stand Handle Assembly
Attach Stand Handles
to the left and right of
the Stand by placing
handle brackets over
stand studs. On each
stud use flat washers,
then screw on acorn
nuts and tighten with
provided wrench.
Subject to the following terms and conditions, Phase 2, LLC, d/b/a Vision Grills (“Vision Grills”),
warrants to the original purchaser that the ceramic cooker manufactured or supplied by Vision
Grills will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use for the following
periods from the original date of purchase: limited lifetime for all ceramic parts, five (5) years for
all metal parts, one (1) year for temperature gauge, gaskets and cover, 90 days for lava stone &
bracket. This Limited Lifetime Warranty is contingent upon purchaser registering the product at
www.visiongrills.com/register within 30 days from the date of purchase along with a copy of the
original dated sales receipt, which can be attached in an electronic format (i.e. scan, photograph,
etc.) to an email sent to [e-mail]. Failure to do so will invalidate the warranty. Any
chips or cracks in the finish of the ceramic cooker present at the time of purchase must be noted
on the original dated sales receipt. This Warranty is not transferable to subsequent owners. If
you cannot register online, contact Vision Grills customer service at [phone] or email
[e-mail].
If any product covered by this Warranty is defective due to a covered warranty condition, such
product will, at the option of Vision Grills, be repaired to its original condition or replaced with
a comparable new product or part. The repair and/or replacement of parts shall constitute the
extent of the liability and obligations of Vision Grills under this Warranty. Purchaser is required
to provide photographic evidence to assess the damage when submitting claims.
Scratches, cracks, chips, dents, crazing, or minor cosmetic blemishes of the exterior glaze
not affecting performance are not covered under warranty, as determined by Vision Grills.
This Warranty does not cover damages caused by improper assembly, improper care, failure
to follow directions of use, misuse, abuse, negligence, extreme environmental conditions,
normal wear and tear, accidents, acts of nature, or unauthorized repair, alteration or
modification, as determined by Vision Grills. This Warranty does not apply to chips or
cracks in the ceramic cooker which may occur after the ceramic cooker is purchased by
the original purchaser. Vision Grills is not liable for any default or delay in its performance
under this Warranty that is caused by any circumstances beyond its control. This Warranty
will be invalidated if any liquids, including starter lighter fluid, are poured on or in the ceramic
cooker. The protective coating of the ceramic cooker can be compromised by substances or
conditions that are beyond the control of Vision Grills. While Vision Grills uses rust-resistant
materials, the Warranty as to metal parts does not cover rust or oxidation unless the structural
integrity of the ceramic cooker is compromised as determined by Vision Grills.
This Warranty does not cover purchases from unauthorized resellers and/or third parties.
Warranty coverage is limited to products purchased at an authorized reseller only.
Commercial use and related applications are not covered under this Warranty. Warranty
coverage is based on normal residential use and maintenance.
Vision Grills shall not be liable for any delay or default under this Warranty caused by any event
or contingency beyond the control of Vision Grills. This includes acts of nature, fire, government
restrictions or restraints, strikes, reduced supply of materials or transportation delays.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY OF VISION GRILLS. VISION GRILLS
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF FITNESS, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER, AND VISION GRILLS IS NOT LIABLE FOR, ANY
DAMAGES RELATING TO LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF USE OF EQUIPMENT, INCONVENIENCE, OR
ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL AND/OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE
REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED AS SPECIFIED HEREIN TO
REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF THE AFFECTED PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations and exclusions
may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state. Vision Grills does not authorize any person or
entity to assume any obligation or liability on its behalf in connection with the sale and
purchase of any of its products. The purchase of any Vision Grills product from anyone other
than Vision Grills or an authorized dealer will void the Warranty associated with the product.
If you have a question regarding the identity of an authorized dealer, you should contact
Vision Grills before you purchase the product.
To submit a warranty claim, the original purchaser or authorized agent of the original
purchaser must contact Vision at [phone] or contact Vision Grills via email
([email protected]) or through the website at www.visiongrills.com.
WARRANTY
Long-Term Maintenance
• Cover your grill when not in use to extend life and maintain appearance.
• When moving grill, have a friend help.

Step 1: Measure Charcoal
Fill the fire bowl with enough charcoal to
cover the air holes. For smoking foods at low
temperatures for longer periods of time (1.5
hours+) you will need to add a little more
charcoal, up to approximately 2 inches/5
centimeters above the same air holes.
Mound charcoal over charcoal grate. Use lump charcoal
for best results.
Step 3: Set Temperature
Once charcoal is lit, level it out for even heat distribution and close
the lid. Set top and bottom vents to the desired setting (refer to the
Setting Temperature section in this manual for specific calibrations to
use to attain desired cooking temperature).
Give your Kamado 8 - 12 minutes to settle into the cooking
temperature you want before putting food on the grill.
NOTE: If smoking, do not let temperature exceed 275ºF/135ºC.
A) Spread hot charcoal evenly over grate.
B) Set top and bottom vents for desired cooking temperature.
C) Let temperature stabilize.
A B C
Top Vent
Step 4: Get Cooking
Use a wire grill brush to clean the cooking grate. That’s it - you are
ready for the best cooking experience of your life. Go to our website
for recipes.
Step 5: Ash Removal
Always let ash cool before removing ash drawer. Prior to each use, lift
and pull out Removable Ash Drawer and dispose of ash.
Bottom Vent
Control Knob
STARTING CHARCOAL
*Caution – If you’re going to smoke, do not let the grill get too
hot. Keep the temperature low, it takes hours to cool down.
*Caution – Continuous grilling at extreme high temperatures
may cause the felt to burn.
Prevent Flare-Ups:
If the lid is lifted too quickly, oxygen will rush inside the grill,
causing a flare-up. To prevent a flare-up, lift the lid 1 inch/2.5
centimeter and count to five before slowly opening the lid wide
open.
SETTING TEMPERATURE
SMOKING
GRILLING (350 - 450°F)
COOKING TEMPERATURE
VISION Grills Kamado cooking temperatures
are controlled by adjusting the calibrated top
and bottom vents.
Increasing air flow through top and bottom air vents
increases cooking temperature, while decreasing
air flow lowers the cooking temperature. Closing
both top and bottom vents starves the charcoal of
oxygen and stifles down the fire.
All cooking times and temperatures are approximate.
Visit foodsafety.gov for additional information on safe minimum cooking temperatures.
Approximate
Cooking Time Smoker Temp (°F) Meat Temp. (°F)
BEEF
Brisket (8 - 12 lbs) 1.5 hours/lb 225 - 250 185 - 205
Short Ribs 5 hours 225 - 250 Pulls back from bones
Tenderloin (3 - 4 lbs) 1-4 hours 225 - 250 120 - 160
PORK
Baby Back Ribs
(1.5 - 2.5 lbs) 5 hours 225 - 250 Pulls back from bones
Shoulder / Butt (6 - 8 lbs) 1.5 hours/lb 225 - 250 170 - 205
Ham (Bone In) 1.5 hours/lb 225 - 250 160
Spare Ribs (2.5 - 3 lbs) 5 - 7 hours 225 - 250 Pulls back from bones
Tenderloin (1.5 - 2 lbs) 2.5 - 3 hours 225 - 250 160
POULTRY
Turkey
(Whole) 15 - 20 min./lb 240 - 275 170
Chicken
(Whole: 2.5 - 4.5 lbs) 2. 5 - 4 hours 250 - 275 170
Beef Temp (°F) Pork Temp (°F)
Rare 125 + 3 min. Rest ---------
Medium-Rare 130 - 135 145 + 3 min. Rest
Medium 135 - 140 150
Medium-Well 140 - 150 155
Well-Done 155+ 160+
Ground 160
Poultry Temp (°F)
Dark Meat 165 - 175
White Meat 165
Ground 170 - 175
SEARING
GRILLING
SMOKING
TOP VENT BOTTOM VENT
500º + F
260º + C
300º – 450ºF
149º – 233ºC
225º – 250ºF
107º – 121ºC
Step 2: Starting Charcoal
Open top and bottom vents. For faster
start up keep lid open. Light charcoal
using paraffin starter or chimney. Do not
use lighter fluids. Do not cook before the
charcoal has a coating of ash.
*Temperature Settings are approximate. Many varying factors may give you different results with controls, such as lump charcoal quality, altitude, wind, outside temperature, dew point, barometric pressure, humidity, etc.
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