VISION GRILLS Kamado Grill User Guide
- June 7, 2024
- VISION GRILLS
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1 Series Kamado Grill
Welcome
Welcome to Kamado cooking! Our Vision Grills 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 meats, poultry, fish, and vegetables. Kamado cooking
locks in moisture and provides a variety of ways to infuse different tastes
into your foods that turns weekend grillers into neighborhood chefs.
Our Vision Grills Kamado builds on this heritage with fresh aesthetics, safety
and convenience features, an 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 hometown of St. Louis to the cold
snowy days in Ottawa Canada.
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 and welcome to becoming the destination eatery in your neighborhood! Cooking with your Kamado
Cooking with your Kamado
Your new Vision Grills 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. Left-over natural charcoal also relights
for re-use. Before re-starting the grill, knock off excess ashes to any
remaining charcoal. Routinely empty ashes, but only empty ashes when the grill
is cold.
Starting your Vision Kamado Grills is simple and fast: Open grill lid, open
top and bottom vents wide open, fill the inner fire bowl with enough charcoal
to just cover the air holes, then light the charcoal using either an electric
starter or approved grill starters. After several coals are burning, spread
evenly, close lid, 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.
SET-UP
Step 1: Cart Assembly
First remove the bolts, washers, and spring washers from the two “X”
connectors carefully. Remove the paper washers and then begin the assembly for
the “X” connectors and legs. Flip cart upside down for easy assembly. Assemble
cart by inserting two “X” connectors into legends, then screw in using the
wrench provided. Place lock washer above flat washer over olt before screwing
through the leg into “X” connector. Screw-in casters and tighten nuts using
the wrench provided. While assembling, leave screws loose to allow adjustment
in the cart. Otherwise, it can be difficult to get all of the screws in. After
the cart is assembled, confirm all bolts are tightened, then lift Kamado and
set into the cart with bottom vent centered between two legs
Step 2: Shelf Brackets
Remove the nuts and washers from the bolts welded on the bottom banding
carefully. Remove the paper washers. Place the side brackets on the bolts and
screw side brackets down tightly with the nuts and washers. Mount shelf
brackets over studs on the sides of the metal bands on the bottom ceramic
grill body with bracket slots facing up. Brackets are stamped on the back with
letters indicating their position (e.g., LF=Left Front bracket and RB=Right
Back bracket). Mount flat washer then acorn nut on each stud and tighten with
the wrench provided
Step 3: Grill Assembly
Take all parts out of the grill before lifting. The grill is heavy and will require 2 people to lift it into the cart and if possible a third person to help guide the kamado into the cart. Using the shelf brackets as lift handles, lift grill and set it into the cart. (Step 3a:) Lift the fire bowl into the ceramic body and then place the cast iron grate into the fire bowl. Place cooking grate onto grill with hinged section facing towards front of the grill. (Step 3b:) Close lid and press top vent onto top of kamado so spring clips are fully engaged, with calibrations facing the front of the grill.
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Step 4: Handle and Side Shelf Mounting
Remove the nuts and washers from the bolts welded on the top banding carefully. Remove the paper washers, place the handle on the bolts, and tightly screw the handle down using the nuts and washers. Attach the handle by placing handle bracket over studs, opposite the hinge. On each stud use flat washer, then screw on acorn nut and tighten. Mount side shelves by inserting the shelf rod into the shelf bracket. Tilting the shelf up slightly and sliding in or out allows you to deploy or store the shelves.
Long-Term Maintenance
- The Wood Side Shelves should be covered when not in use and may require refinishing from time to time.
- Routinely check the Spring Assist Band to make sure the 25/8” bolts are tight and secure.
- When moving your grill please remember to make sure locking casters are in the unlocked position and always pull your grill. Never Push it. Pull from the Back Hinge. Not the Handle. Your grill is more likely to tip if you push it and it hits a bump or indention on the ground. Have a friend help.
- Do not remove your Fire Bowl. Clean with an Ash Rake only when coals are cooled. The purpose of the Fire Bowl is to hold your lump charcoal and will continue to work even if it is cracked.
WARNING
ATTENTION! Use caution when cooking, as grill surfaces get hot. To avoid
burns, always use protective gloves to adjust top and bottom vents when the
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 the grill indoors or
in an enclosed space. Use grill only in well-ventilated areas. Keep the
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 the grill. Never leave the grill unattended
when in use.
The 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 a wood support surface, wood deck, or combustible support surfaces.
Never attempt to move the 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 it 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.
NEVER use Charcoal Briquettes that contain starting chemicals or additives.
Use only firelighters complying with EN 1860-3. Use utmost care when adding
charcoal to the grill. Dispose of cooled ash by placing it in aluminum foil,
soaking it with water, and discarding it in a non-combustible container.
Always wait for the grill to completely cool
before opening the 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.
If using for utdoor kitchen, table, or enclosure a lava stone or paving stone
must be placed between the bottom of the grill and resting surface. Do NOT
rest the ceramic grill body on a wooden surface.
WARNING: FUELS USED IN LIQUEFIED PROPANE GAS APPLIANCES, AND THE PRODUCTS OF
COMBUSTION OF SUCH FUELS, CAN EXPOSE YOU TO CHEMICALS INCLUDING BENZENE, WHICH
IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER AND CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS OR
OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. For more information go to:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
ADVERTENCIA: LOS COMBUSTIBLES USADOS EN EQUIPOS PARA LICUAR GAS PROPANO, ASÍ
COMO LOS PRODUCTOS DE SU COMBUSTIÓN, PUEDEN EXPONERTE A SUSTANCIAS QUÍMICAS,
ENTRE ELLAS EL BENCENO, QUE EL ESTADO DE CALIFORNIA RECONOCE COMO CAUSA DE
CÁNCER Y DE MALFORMACIONES CONGÉNITAS Y OTROS DAÑOS AL SISTEMA REPRODUCTOR.
Para más información, visite
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
WARNING: FUELS USED IN WOOD OR CHARCOAL-BURNING APPLIANCES, AND THE PRODUCTS
OF COMBUSTION OF SUCH FUELS,
CAN EXPOSE YOU TO CHEMICALS INCLUDING CARBON BLACK, WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, AND CARBON MONOXIDE, WHICH IS KNOWN TO
THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. For
more information go to:
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
ADVERTENCIA: LOS COMBUSTIBLES USADOS EN EQUIPOS PARA QUEMAR MADERA O CARBÓN,
ASÍ COMO LOS PRODUCTOS DE TAL COMBUSTIÓN, PUEDEN EXPONERTE A SUSTANCIAS
QUÍMICAS, ENTRE ELLAS EL NEGRO DE HUMO Y EL MONÓXIDO DE CARBONO, QUE EL ESTADO
DE CALIFORNIA RECONOCE COMO CAUSA, RESPECTIVAMENTE, DE CÁNCER Y DE
MALFORMACIONES CONGÉNITAS Y OTROS DAÑOS AL SISTEMA REPRODUCTOR. Para más
información, visite www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
PARTS
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- Top Vent
1.1 Aluminum Tab with Silicone Outer Coatin2 2Ceramic Dome Top
3Top Ring Assembly
4 Fire Bowl
5 Bottom Ring Assembly
5.1 Right Front Side Shelf Bracket
5.2 Right Back Side Shelf Bracket
5.3 Left Front Side Shelf Bracket
5.4 Left Back Side Shelf Bracket
6 Shock Absorber Assembly
7 Wood-Sculpted Thermoplastic
Side Shelves with Accessory Hooks (x2)
8 Charcoal Grate
9 Ceramic Dome Bottom
10 Bottom Draft Door Frame
11 Bottom Draft Door
12 Cart Legs (x4)
13 X Leg Connector and Washers (x2)
14 Thermometer
15 Handle
16 Cooking Grid
17 Rubber Wheels (x2) Locking
18 Rubber Wheels (x2) Standard
19 Felt Gasket
| VGC TV-CA
VGC TV-CA-ATSC
VGKP CDL-2
VGKP RA-B1
VGKP FP-1
VGKP RA-B2
VGKP SB-RF
VGKP SB-RB
VGKP SB-LF
VGKP SB-LB
VGC AC-L
VGKP TPSS-R/L
VGKP CG-L
VGKP DB-B
KSS BD-1
KSS BD-2
VGC SPCLEG-4
VGC XLC-L
VGKP TMT-1
VGKP HDL-1
VGKP CGD-1
VGC WHL-L-L2
VGKP WHL-4
VGKP-FLT-1
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WARRANTY
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, three (3) years for thermoplastic side shelves, one
(1) year for temperature gauge, and gaskets. This Limited Lifetime Warranty is
contingent upon the 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
help@visiongrills.com. 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
877-917-4273 or email
help@visiongrills.com.
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
877-917-4273 or contact Vision Grills
via email (help@visiongrills.com) or through
the website at www.visiongrills.com.
STARTING
Step 1: Measuring Charcoal
Set bottom vent wide open and open lid. Measure out the amount of charcoal
needed. For grilling, foods fill the fire bowl with enough charcoal to just
cover the air holes. Do not exceed 3.5 qt. (1.67 kg) of charcoal. For smoking
foods at low temperatures for longer periods of time (1.5 hours+) you may need
to add a little more charcoal, up to approximately 2” (50 mm) above the same
air holes. Use lump charcoal for best results. Never use briquettes with
additives.
Step 2: Starting Charcoal
Open top and bottom vents. Light charcoal using the electric starter,
firefighters, or chimney. Do not use lighter fluids. For best results, use
lump charcoal.
Step 3: Setting Temperature
When charcoal is ready level it out for even heat distribution. Close the lid.
Set the top and bottom vents to the desired setting by referring to the
Setting Temperature section in this manual that tells what number calibrations
to use to attain the cooking temperature you want. Give your kamado 5-15
minutes to settle into the cooking temperature you want before you put food on
the grill.
NOTE: If smoking, do not bring your temperature up above 200ºF/93ºC.
A)Spread hot charcoal evenly over the grate.
B)Set top and bottom vents for cooking.
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Step 4: Get Cooking
Use a wire grill brush to clean the cooking grate. That’s it – you are ready
for the cooking experience of your life. Go to our website for recipe
SETTING TEMPERATURE
VISION Grills Kamado cooking temperatures are controlled by adjusting the calibrated top and bottom vents.
*Caution* – Decide if you’re cooking low and slow, then do not let the
grill get too hot. Keep the temperature low, it takes hours to cool down.
Increasing air flow-through top and bottom air vents increase cooking
temperature, just as decreasing airflow slows the burn and lowers the cooking
temperature. Closing both top and bottom vents starve the charcoal of oxygen
and shut down the fire.
Experiences may vary depending on your environment, temperature, wind flow,
etc. We suggest grilling initially with the Kamado 5-6 times to get past the
learning curve of your grill, in your environment. The top vent plays a big
role in regulating temperatures and putting out fuel. Your grill is properly
seasoned when it has a buildup of creosote on the ceramic and top vent.
Caution –** Continuous grilling at extremely high temperatures will cause
the felt to burn.
COOKING TEMPERATURE
All cooking times are approximate.
SMOKING
Approximate
Cooking Time Smoker Temp (°F) Meat Temp. (°F)
BEEF
Brisket (8 – 12 lbs)
Short Ribs
Tenderloin (3 – 4 lbs)
| 1.5 hours/lb
5 hours
1-4 hours| 225 – 250
225 – 250
225 – 250| 185 – 205
Pulls back from bones
120 – 160
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PORK
Baby Back Ribs (1.5 – 2.5 lbs)
Shoulder / Butt (6 – 8 lbs)
Ham (Bone-In)
Spare Ribs (2.5 – 3 lbs)
Tenderloin (1.5 – 2 lbs)
| 5 hours
1.5 hours/lb
1.5 hours/lb
5 – 7 hours
2.5 – 3 hours| 225 – 250
225 – 250
225 – 250
225 – 250
225 – 250| Pulls back from bones
170 – 205
160
Pulls back from bones
160
POULTRY
Turkey (Whole)
Chicken (Whole: 2.5 – 4.5 lbs| 15 – 20 min./lb
2.5 – 4 hours| 240 – 275
250 – 275| 170
170
GRILLING (350 – 450°F)
Beef Temp (°F) Pork Temp (°F)
Rare
Medium-Rare
Medium
Medium-Well
Well-Done
Ground| 125 + 3 min. Rest
130 – 135
135 – 140
140 – 150
155+
160| 145 + 3 min. Rest
150
155
160+
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Poultry Temp (°F)
Dark Meat
White Meat
Ground| 165 – 175
165
170 – 175
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