MASTERBUILT Gravity Series 560 Digital Charcoal Grill Smoker Instruction Manual

MASTERBUILT Gravity Series 560 Digital Charcoal Grill Smoker

IMPORTANT

PLEASE RECORD THIS INFORMATION IMMEDIATELY AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE USE. FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE.

WARNING

• This manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance.
• Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance.
• Keep this manual for future reference.
• WARNING! Do not use spirit or petrol for lighting or re-lighting! Use only fi relighters complying with EN 1860-3!
• WARNING! This barbecue will become very hot, do not move it during operation.
• Failure to follow these instructions could result in fi re, an explosion or burn hazard which could cause property damage, personal injury, or death.

CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD

• Burning wood chips, wood chunks, wood pellets, charcoal and propane gives off carbon monoxide, which has no odour and can cause death.
• DO NOT burn wood chips, wood chunks, wood pellets, charcoal or propane inside homes, vehicles, tents, garages or any enclosed areas.
• USE ONLY OUTDOORS where it is well-ventilated.
• Do not use the barbecue in a confi ned and/or habitable space e.g. houses, tents, caravans, motor homes, or boats. The danger of carbon monoxide poisoning fatality.

WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

• Always use grill by all applicable local, state, and federal fi re-codes.

• Before each use check all nuts, screws, and bolts to make sure they are tight and secure.

• Never operate the grill under combustible overhead construction such as roof coverings, carports, awnings, or overhangs.

• The grill is for OUTDOOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.

• Do not use a grill indoors.

• Never use inside enclosed areas such as patios, garages, buildings, or tents.

• Never use inside or on recreational vehicles or boats.

• Maintain a minimum distance of 10ft (3m) from overhead construction, walls, rails or other structures.

• Keep a minimum 10ft (3m) clearance of all combustible materials such as wood, dry plants, grass, brush, paper, or canvas.

• Never use the grill for anything other than its intended use. This grill is NOT for commercial use.

• Accessory attachments not supplied by Masterbuilt Manufacturing, LLC are NOT recommended and may cause injury.

• Use of alcohol, prescription, or non-prescription drugs may impair the user’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate the grill.

• Keep a fi re-extinguisher accessible at all times while operating the grill.

• When cooking with oil or grease, have a type BC or ABC fi re-extinguisher readily available.

• In the event of an oil or grease fi re do not attempt to extinguish with water. Immediately call the fi re department. A type BC or ABC fi re extinguisher may, in some circumstances, contain the fi re.

• The barbecue has to be installed on a secure level base before use.

• Use the rill on a level, non-combustible, stable surface such as dirt, concrete, brick, or rock. An asphalt surface (blacktop) may not be acceptable for this purpose.

• The grill MUST be on the ground. Do not place grills on tables or counters. DO NOT move the grill across uneven surfaces.

• Do not use the grill on wooden or flammable surfaces.

• Keep grill clear and free from combustible materials such as gasoline and other flammable vapours and liquids.

• Do not leave the grill unattended.

• Keep children and pets away from the grill at all times. Do NOT allow children to use the grill. Close supervision is necessary when children or pets are in the area where the grill is being used.

• Do NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around the grill during or following its use until it has cooled.

• Never use glass, plastic, or ceramic cookware on the grill. Never place empty cookware in the grill while in use.

• Never move the grill when in use. Allow the grill to cool completely (below 115°F (45°C)) before moving or storing.

• Do not store the grill with hot ashes or charcoal inside the grill/hopper. Store only when fi re is completely out and all surfaces are cold.

• Never use the grill as a heater (READ CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD).

• The grill and hopper heat shields are HOT while in use and will remain HOT for some time afterwards and during the cooling process. Use CAUTION. Wear protective gloves/mitts.

• Do not cook before the grill has a coating of ash.

• Be careful when removing food from the grill. All surfaces are HOT and may cause burns. Use protective gloves/mitts or long, sturdy, cooking tools for protection from hot surfaces or splatter from cooking liquids.

• DO NOT bump or impact the grill to prevent personal harm, damage to the grill, or spillage/splashing of hot cooking liquid.

• Do not touch HOT surfaces

• The grill is hot during use. To avoid burns, keep the face and body away from the door(s) and vents. Steam and hot air are expelled during use.

• The hopper heat shield, hopper lid and latch, hopper ash door and latch are HOT while the grill is in use and during cooling. Wear protective gloves when working with and around these components.

• Grill has an open fl ame. Keep hands, hair, and face away from fl ame. Do NOT lean over the grill when lighting. Loose hair and clothing may catch fi re.

• DO NOT obstruct fl ow of combustion and ventilation.

• Do not cover cooking grates with metal foil. This will trap heat and may cause damage to the grill.

• Never leave HOT coals or ashes unattended.

• Do not remove ashes while ashes and charcoal are HOT.

• Keep hands, hair, and face away from the burning charcoal. Be careful of loose hair and clothing during operation as they could catch fi re.

• Use protective gloves when handling this grill or working with fi re. Use protective gloves or long, sturdy fi replace tools when adding wood or charcoal.

• Never use charcoal lighting fl uid, gasoline, alcohol or other highly volatile fl uids to ignite charcoal. These fl uids can explode causing injury or death. Always follow specifi c lighting instructions for this grill.

• Never overfi ll charcoal hopper. This can cause serious injury as well as damage to the grill.

• Dispose of cold ashes by placing them in aluminium foil, soaking them with water, and discarding them in a non-combustible container.

• When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including
  the following: 1) Do not plug in the appliance until fully assembled and ready for use. 2) Use only approved grounded electrical outlets. 3) Do not use during an electrical storm. 4) Do not expose appliances to rain or water at any time.

• To protect against electrical shock do not immerse the cord, plug or control panel in water or other liquid.

• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Masterbuilt Customer Service for assistance at 1-800-489-1581.

• Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use.• If an extension cord is used: 1) The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance, and 2) the cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over the countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over unintentionally.

• The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.

• Outdoor extension cords must be used with outdoor use products and are marked with suffi x “IP” and with the statement “Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances.”

• CAUTION – To reduce the risk of electric shock, keep the extension cord connection dry and off the ground.

• Do not let the cord hang on or touch hot surfaces.

• Do not place the cord on or near a gas or electric burner or in a heated oven.

• To disconnect, turn the controller “OFF” and then remove the plug from the utlet.

• Unplug from the outlet when not in use and before cleaning. Allow the appliance to cool completely before adding/removing internal components.

• Do not clean this product with a water sprayer or the like.

• The grill should only be rolled on a smooth surface.

• Grill should never be rolled up/down stairs or uneven surfaces.

• Potential damage to the grill or harm to the user may result from failure to follow warnings.

• Never open the hopper during use. If it is necessary to refi ll charcoal during use follow the specifi c reload instructions for this grill and always wear protective gloves.

• Never operate the grill with the temperature probe removed. This can cause the grill to overheat and cause serious personal injury and/or damage to the grill.

• Install heat intake and air intake slides after every use.

• Remove heat intake and air intake slides before every use.

• Never operate the grill with the heat intake and air intake slides installed in the grill. This can damage the grill.

• This appliance can be used by children aged 8 years and above and persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the se of the appliance in a safe way and understand the hazards involved

• Children shall not play with the appliance

• Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be made by children without supervision

Structural Proximity and Safe Usage Recommendations

REMINDER: Maintain a minimum distance of 10 feet from rear and sides to walls, rails or other combustible construction. This clearance provides adequate space for proper combustion, air circulation and venting .

Parts Diagram

Parts List

• BEFORE ASSEMBLY READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
• Assemble on a clean fl at the surface.
• Recommend assembling on cardboard to avoid oil residue on floors or scratches.
• Gloves are recommended for assembly. The hopper gasket is fi fibreglass and will irritate the skin.
• Tools needed: Phillips head screwdriver, adjustable wrench, 19mm socket wrench.
• Approximate assembly time: 1 hour, 45 minutes.
• Recommend two people assemble to increase ease and reduce assembly time.
• The actual product may differ from the picture shown.
• Some assembly steps may have been completed in the factory.
• Remove all printed labels from the grill and hopper before use.

STOP

DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER for assembly assistance, missing or damaged parts. Please contact MASTERBUILT Customer Service at +44 20 8036 3201 or [email protected] in the U.K. and +0031 4 7799920, +49 2151 4474509, or [email protected] in Europe. Please have the model number and serial number available. These numbers are located on the silver rating label on the grill.

Hardware

SAFETY FEATURES

Lid Switch – Prevents grill from overheating.

• If the set temperature is above 260°C the controller will regulate the grill temperature to 260°C when the grill lid is opened. Once the lid is closed the grill will return to the set temperature.
• If the set temperature is below 260°C the controller will continue to regulate the grill at the set temperature when the grill lid is opened.

Hopper Switches – Reduces the chimney effect when the hopper is opened.

1. Hopper Lid Switch: The fan will stop when the hopper lid is opened. The fan will restart when the hopper lid is closed.
2. Hopper Ash Door Switch: The fan will stop when the hopper ash door is opened. The fan will restart when the hopper ash door is closed.

Assembly

1. Remove the bottom tray and all components from inside of the grill before beginning assembly

Keep the hopper lid closed and latched for the remainder of the assembly. Do not add the hopper lid handle until step 21.

On the hopper, bend the circled piece up away from the fan toward the hopper. Note: Only bend this piece as necessary. Bending it too many times could damage it.

To avoid personal injury and damage to the grill, have someone help you lift the grill on its back onto cardboard to avoid scratches.

HINT: Use several pieces of double-sided tape (not included) to hold the hopper gasket in place.

Operating Instructions

ASSEMBLY IS DONE. LET’S HAVE SOME FUN!

PRE-SEASONING
Pre-seasoning will rid your grill of chemicals and oils left over by the manufacturing process, allowing them to burn off. PRE-SEASON GRILLBEFOREO FIRST USE.

1. Fill the hopper with charcoal approximately 1/4–1/2 full.
2. Start the grill following the START-UP instructions and set the temperature to 120°C for 60 minutes.
3. Set the temperature to 205°C for 30 minutes.
4. Shut down the grill following the SHUTDOWN instructions.
5. Allow the grill to cool COMPLETELY.
6. Using a napkin or cloth, rub a light coat of cooking oil on smoke + sear grates, warming/smoking racks, charcoal grate and the inside of the grill lid and body.
7. Repeat steps 3–6 at 175°C

Frequent seasoning prevents rusting. If rusting occurs, clean with a steel brush, apply vegetable shortening and heat as indicated above.

START-UP

1. REMOVE heat intake and air intake slides. (Refer to assembly step 21.)
2. Open the hopper lid and hopper ash door.
   • There is a safety switch at each of these doors that will prevent the fan from running when these doors are opened.
   • If charcoal remains from a previous cook, shake the charcoal grate to ensure all ash falls through to the ashtray.
   • Discard any ash from the ashtray.
3. Fill the hopper with charcoal.
   • Approximately 7.25 kg of charcoal briquettes.
   • Approximately 4.5 kg of lump charcoal.
   • Never use fast-light charcoal or lighting fluid.
   • If charcoal slips through a charcoal grate into the ash can, remove it before starting.
4. Place fi re starter in a charcoal grate and light.
   • Use a food-safe fire starter block or twisted paper towel/paper.
   • Place in the charcoal grate on the fire starter support bars.
   • Use caution and wear protective gloves.
   • Light with a match stick or lighter.
5. Turn on the controller and set it to the desired temperature.
   • Wait 1–2 minutes after lighting the fi re starter to ensure the fi re starter is fully lit.
6. Close the hopper lid and ash door.
   • This will activate the fan.
7. Wait for the grill to reach the desired set temperature.
   • Approximately 13 minutes to reach 370°C.
   • Approximately 7 minutes to reach 105°C.

RELOAD

If it is necessary to refi ll the hopper while cooking, follow the safe reloading instructions below.

• DO NOT add charcoal when the grill is more than 121°C.
• The fan will turn off if you open the hopper lid or ash door. This reduces the chimney effect created when these doors are opened.
• GrGravity-fedechnology works by maintaining a completely sealed hopper. When the hopper lid is opened the fl ame will rise from the top of the hopper like a torch. Closing the hopper lid and ash door will return the fl ame to the normal operating level.
• The amount of charcoal in the hopper determines how quickly the fl ame will rise when the hopper lid is opened.

Adding charcoal:

1. Open the hopper lid.
   • Use caution and wear protective gloves. The hopper lid will be hot.
   • The flame will rise from the hopper after a short time depending on the charcoal level.
2. Pour the charcoal into the hopper.
3. Close the hopper lid.

SHUTDOWN

1. Turn the controller off.
2. Close grill lid, hopper lid and ash door.
3. Instal heat intake and air intake slides.
   • The grill is designed to starve the charcoal of oxygen when shut down. This allows a percentage of unused charcoal to be saved for the next cook.
4. Failure to install slides when shutting down may cause damage to the grill.

ADDING SMOKE/FLAVOR

• Option 1: Place wood chunks or charcoal in the ashtray to add flavour before setting the temperature. As the charcoal in the hopper burns, the hot embers will fall onto the wood/charcoal in the tray, causing it to burn at a slower rate and release more flavour into the grill.
• NOTE: Never add more than 225 g at a time. Additional chunks or charcoal should not be added until any previously added have ceased generating smoke.
• Option 2: Mix wood chunks in the hopper with charcoal.
• NOTE: Never use more than 0.7 kg of wood chunks throughout the hopper.

CONTROL PANEL

Power ON/Off Controller:

1. Press the button to power the controller ON.
2. Press and hold button to power the controller OFF.

Set Temperature

1. Press button.
2. Turn the knob to the desired temperature.
3. Press the button again to set temperature (Time will automatically set after 3 seconds.)

Set Time

• Countdown Timer

1. Press button.
2. Turn the knob to desired hours.
3. Press the button to set hours.
4. Turn the knob to desired minutes.
5. Press the button to set minutes. The timer will start.
6. Press the button to pause and resume the timer.
7. Press and hold button to reset the timer.

Set Temperature From Fº to Cº :

1. With power off, hold the set temp button
2. Press power button
3. Unit powers up with “F” or “C” flashing on display
4. Use the knob to select the temp unit
5. Press set temp to confirm

Count Up Timer

1. Press and hold button.
2. The timer will begin counting up from 00:00. The Timer will count by Minutes: Seconds and then Hours: Minutes.
3. Press the button to pause and resume the timer.
4. Press and hold button to reset the timer.

Set Meat Probe Temperatures

1. Press the button and turn the knob to select the meat probe (MP1, MP2, MP3, MP4). Press the button again.

2. Press the temperature button.

3. Turn the knob to the desired temperature.

4. Press temperature button again to set the temperature. (If the meat probe reaches 150°C, an alarm will sound and the meat probe must be removed from heat and given time to cool. The meat probe will be damaged if left at this temperature.)
   NOTE: Meat probe icon will fl ash while in setting mode.

5. Once the set temperature is reached, the alarm will sound. Press any button to clear.

Viewing Information on Display

• Turning the knob will advance the display through grill temperature, timer and meat probes; MP1, MP2, MP3 and MP4.

BLUETOOTH + WiFi

Pairing Grill with Smart Device(s):

1. Download the Masterbuilt app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store onto your smart device(s). For more information go to masterbuilt.com/pages/app-device-requirements.
2. Once the download is complete, open the Masterbuilt app and follow the instructions for pairing your Bluetooth + WIFI grill and smart device(s).

Pairing Grill with Smart Device(s):

1. Download the Masterbuilt app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store onto your smart device(s). For more information go to masterbuilt.com/pages/app-device-requirements.
2. Once the download is complete, open the Masterbuilt app and follow the instructions for pairing your Bluetooth grill and smart device(s). This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two  conditions:
3. This device may not cause harmful interference, and
4. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

FCC Warning

Warning: Changes or modifications to this smoker not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

FCC Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, under Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used under the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

1. Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
2. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
3. Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
4. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Note: If you lose connection, the smoker will continue as programmed. Smoker can be operated from the control panel if pairing or connection fails.

LATCH ADJUSTMENT
The hopper lid and door latches may require adjustment to ensure a proper seal and to prevent excessive smoke leakage. Loosen the latches slightly if they require excessive pressure to close. Tighten the latches slightly if there is excessive smoke leakage.

SMOKE + SEAR GRATES
Your grill features Smoke + Sear cast-iron cooking grates for low and slow smoking or high-heat searing. Simply fl ip the grates to the side that coincides with your method of cooking.

Note: Never fl ip while the grill is on or hot.

CLEANING AND STORAGE

ALWAYS MAKE SURE THE GRILL IS COOL TO THE TOUCH BEFORE CLEANING AND STORING.

• Inspect hardware and assemble parts regularly to ensure the grill is in safe working condition.
• Clean the grill and cooking/smoking grate with mild dish detergent. Wipe the outside of the grill with a damp rag. DO NOT use oven cleaner or other cleaning agents. Make sure to dry thoroughly.
• Clean the temperature probe (pictured) periodically with mild dish detergent to ensure accurate grill temperature readings. Make sure to dry thoroughly.
• After the ashes are cold, clean the ashtray and inside of the bottom hopper after every use to remove ash buildup, residue and dust.
• Always empty the ashtray after each use once the ashes have completely cooled. This will help prolong the life of the ashtray.
• Dispose of cold ashes by placing them in aluminium foil, soaking them with water and discarding them in a non-combustible container.
• Always cover and store the grill in a protected DRY AREA. Store only when the re is out and all surfaces are cold. Store meat probes inside the home.
• When the grill is not in frequent use, even when using a grill cover, remember to check your grill periodically to avoid possible rust and corrosion due to moisture buildup.

Troubleshooting

Masterbuilt 2-Year Limited Guarantee/Warranty

WHAT IS NOT COVERED: These guarantees are based on normal and reasonable domestic use and good maintenance of the product. The warranty does not apply to additional or unforeseen damage or breakage, or for damage caused by: transport; drop; wrong assembly; incorrect support; attempts to support the product by means other than an approved Masterbuilt accessories or solid, non- flammable surface under the base; commercial use; amendments; changes; negligence; abuse; improper care/maintenance; hazards on the road; normal and reasonable wear; or natural disasters. The warranty does not apply to scratches, dents, shards, hairline cracks, or the appearance of small cosmetic cracks in the outer layer of glaze that do not affect the operation of the product. Buying a Masterbuilt product or related items through unauthorised dealers, unauthorised retail channels and unauthorised third parties voids the warranty.

Note: When consumers buy something from an unauthorised source, even if it works as a lawful company and offers products in unopened boxes with blank warranty cards (but is an unauthorised reseller), they sell second-hand products according to the legal definition. If someone buys something from an unauthorised reseller or trader, or an unauthorised online reseller, it almost always concerns products without a manufacturer’s warranty, regardless of any statements or claims made by the seller. This is the standard policy of many brands and companies, not just Masterbuilt.

COVERAGE DATE : Warranty coverage commences when a product is purchased from an authorised dealer by the original purchaser and the owner is registered with masterbuilt.com as required by these warranty conditions. A valid proof of purchase from an authorised dealer is required to file a warranty claim.

COVERAGE ACCORDING TO THE GUARANTEE: Original parts of Masterbuilt which are found to contain material and construction faults and which are covered by a valid and registered warranty will be replaced or repaired free of charge at Masterbuilt’s discretion, subject to the terms and conditions of this warranty.

WARRANTY CLAIM PROCEDURE: For warranty support, please contact the authorised dealer from whom you purchased the item. For products purchased in countries outside Europe, warranty claims are handled by an authorised dealer or distributor in the country where they were purchased. Consult the INTERNATIONAL section of the masterbuilt.com website to find the recognized international Masterbuilt distributor in your specific region. Warranty claims must be submitted through an authorised dealer or distributor in the country where the item was originally purchased. Do not submit parts for a warranty claim before contacting an authorised dealer or distributor, as in some cases there is no need to return the guaranteed part.

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