Buffalo Kamado BBQ, DR826 Instruction Manual

Model:

DR826

Kamado BBQ

Instruction manual

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Safety tips

• Read all instructions before use and retain for future reference.

• Warning! Keep children and pets away from the BBQ at all
times. Do not allow children to operate it.

• Warning! This barbecue will become very hot. Do
not move during operation or immediately after use
before it completely cools down.

• Do not use indoors!

• Warning! Do not use spirit or petrol for lighting or re-lighting!
Use only fire lighters complying to EN1860-3!

• Never use any volatile to start the charcoal as it is dangerous
and can add unwanted flavour to your food. Electric start-up is
recommended.

• Warning: Use caution when cooking as the appliance
surfaces get hot. To avoid burns, always use protective gloves
to adjust top and bottom vents when in use. Do not wear
loose clothing near the appliance.

• Position on a flat, stable surface.

• Only operate the appliance on a hard, level surface capable of
supporting the its weight when fully loaded.

• Never operate on wooden surface, wood deck or the like
under any conditions.

• Do not use on boats or recreational vehicles.

• Use purpose designed barbecue tools with long, heat resistant
handles.

• Do not cover the appliance before it completely cools down.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended during use.

• Do not modify the appliance in any way.

• Any modification of the appliance, misuse, or failure to follow
the instructions may be dangerous and will invalidate your
warranty.

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• Never use accessories which are not recommended by the
manufacturer. Only use original parts and accessories.

• Do not use this appliance in enclosed areas, or near flammable
materials (Petroleum based products, thinners or any other
solid object that carries a flammable warning label).

• Do not place the appliance under combustible structures, such
as garage, porch, patio or carport. Burning charcoal gives off
monoxide, which has no odour but can cause death.

• Do not store or use gasoline or Methylated Fuels or any other
flammable vapours and liquids in the vicinity of this appliance.

• Do not store any gas cylinder in the vicinity of this appliance.

• The appliance must not have any overhead obstruction, e.g.
trees, shrubs, lean-to roofs. Ensure a clearance of at least 1m
around the appliance for ample ventilation.

• Do not use to heat any sealed glass/container with food.
Pressure may build up and cause the container to burst,
possibly resulting in personal injury or damage to the
appliance.

• Clean the appliance after use.

Introduction

• Please take a few minutes to carefully read through this manual. Correct maintenance and operation
of this appliance will provide the best possible performance from your BUFFALO product.

• BUFFALO prides itself on quality and service, ensuring that at the time of unpacking the contents are
supplied fully functional and free of damage.

• Should you find any damage as a result of transit, please contact your BUFFALO dealer immediately.

Installation

• This appliance is for outdoor use only and should be placed in a well-ventilated area.

• The sides of the barbecue should NEVER be closer than 1 metre from any combustible surface,
including trees and fences and make sure that there are no heat sources nearby (cigarettes, open
flames, spark etc.). Keep away from any flammable materials!

Operation

This Kamado BBQ is the complete outdoor 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 but ensure to knock off excess
ashes from the charcoal first.

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Charcoal and airflow

• Open the lid.

• Fill the inner fire bowl with enough charcoal to cover the air holes in the bowl wall.

Note: For smoking foods at low temperatures for longer period of time (≥ 1.5 hours),
you will need to add a little more charcoal, up to approximately 2” (50mm) above the air

holes.

• Build a charcoal cone with large chunks at the bottom and small ones at the top. Dumping charcoal
directly into the fire bowl will allow small pieces to block the air holes in the charcoal grate, which will
prevent the BBQ from reaching grilling and searing temperatures.

Lighting charcoal

Note: Before re-starting the BBQ, knock off excess ashes from any remaining charcoal.

1. Open the top and bottom vents fully open.

2. Light charcoal with an electric starter or approved BBQ starters.

3. Let the charcoal burn until white and ashy on the surface.

Caution!

• Do not use lighter fluids. Liquid chemicals are a fire hazard and they will
impregnate the ceramic material and impact an undesirable taste to food.

• Do not use briquette charcoal. This type of charcoal cannot reach

temperature above 500°F/260°C and it does not offer true charcoal flavour.

Setting temperature

1. When charcoal is ready, level it out for even heat distribution.

2. Close the lid.

3. Set the top and bottom vents to the desired temperature settings. Increasing air flow through top
and bottom air vents increases cooking temperature, just as deceasing air flow slows the burn and
lowers the cooking temperature. Closing both top and bottom vents starves the charcoal of oxygen
and shuts down the fire.

Top vent Bottom vent

Searing

500°F
260°C

Grilling

300~450°F
149~233°C

Smoking

225~250°F
107~221°C

4. Give your kamado 5-15 minutes to settle into the desired cooking temperature before putting food on
the BBQ.

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