Camp Chef Smoke Pro PG24SE-5 Warning & Instruction Booklet

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Conforms to UL SUBJECT 2728

Certiﬁed to CSA STD C22.2 #3

PELLET GRILL AND SMOKER

WARNING & INSTRUCTION BOOKLET

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MODEL PG24SE-5

WARNING

DANGER

FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY

WARNING

If the information in this manual is not followed exactly, a ﬁre or explosion may result causing property damage, personal injury or loss of life.

WARNING

• To installer or person assembling this appliance: Leave this manual with this appliance for future reference.

• To consumer: Keep this manual with this appliance for future reference.

This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of this product. Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using this appliance. Do not discard this instruction manual.

CAUTION

Use Only Wood Pellet Fuel Speciﬁed By The Manufacturer. Do Not Use Pellet Fuel Labeled As Having Additives. Only use Camp Chef Premium Pellets with the following speciﬁcations. 8,0008,300 BTU/LB 0.75-0.85% Ash content

CAUTION

Contact local building or ﬁre ofﬁcials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.

A MAJOR CAUSE OF FIRES IS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED CLEARANCES (AIR SPACES) TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT THIS PRODUCT BE INSTALLED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

1. Never operate this appliance unattended.

2. Never operate this appliance within 10 ft (3 m) of a stored LP cylinder.

3. Never operate this appliance within 25 ft (7.5 m) of any ﬂammable liquid.

4. If a ﬁre should occur, keep away from appliance and immediately call your ﬁre department. Do not attempt to extinguish an oil or grease ﬁre with water.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire, explosion or burn hazard, which could cause property damage, personal injury or death.

CAUTION

Always store wood pellets away from heat producing appliances and other food containers. Pellets should be stored in a dry environment.

WARNING

Normal use will create a buildup of ash, grease, and creosote inside the grill. The grill must be thoroughly cleaned after every 50 hours of use or if a buildup of grease or creosote is noticed inside the grill. Clean the grill by removing all internal parts and thoroughly scrape away all grease and creosote from all internal surfaces including the grease drain and remove debris from the grill. The drip tray must always be cleaned prior to turning the grill to high. Excessive buildup of grease and creosote may result in a grease ﬁre. If a grease ﬁre does occur, turn off the grill using the main power switch and close the lid. Leave the lid closed until the ﬁre extinguishes itself. If an uncontrolled ﬁre does occur, immediately call the local ﬁre department. Never put water on a grease ﬁre.

0217-PG24SE-5-PARTS

PG24SE-9 (1)

BURNER PULLOUT KNOB

CARBON MONOXIDE WARNING

Follow these guidelines to prevent this colorless, odorless gas from poisoning you, your family or others. Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning: headache, dizziness, weakness, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, and confusion. Carbon monoxide reduces the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. Low blood oxygen levels can result in loss of consciousness and death. See a doctor if you or others develop cold or ﬂu-like symptoms while cooking or in the vicinity of this appliance. Carbon monoxide poisoning, which can easily be mistaken for a cold or ﬂu, is often detected too late. Alcohol consumption and drug use increase the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide is especially toxic to mother and child during pregnancy, infants, the elderly, smokers and people with blood or circulatory system problems, such as anemia, or heart disease.

CHIMNEY

OPTIONAL (NOT INCLUDED)

PG24SE-5 PARTS

PG24SE-10 (1) CHIMNEY CAP ASM

1/4-20 X 3 BOLT (1)

HARDWARE KIT - PG24SE-12 CHIMNEY HARDWARE KIT - PG24-73

PG24SE-13 (1) HOPPER ASM

PG24-44 (1)

PG24-17 (1)

WIRE SHELF

PZ90-2 (1)

PG24LS-7 (1)

GRILL LID

ASH CUP

3" DELUXE THERMOMETER

THERMOMETER

PG24-54 (1)

PROBE COVER

PG24-34 (1)

FEED GASKET

PG24SE-7 (1)

PG24-1 (1) WARMING RACK

PG24-3 (1)

DRIP TRAY

PG24-4 (1)

HEAT DEFLECTOR

PG24LS-6 (1)

HANDLE

PG24-70 (2) COOKING GRATE

M6 FLAT WASHER (2)

M6 LOCK WASHER (2)

M6 NUT (2)

PG24LS-8 (2) HINGE ASM

PG24LS-9 (2) HINGE BOLT WITH NUT

M6 FLAT WASHER (8)

M6 LOCK WASHER (14)

M6 NUT (8)

1/4-20 NUT (2)

M6 X15 MACHINE SCREW (12)

PG24LS-9 (2) HINGE BOLT WITH NUT

PG24-11 (1) GREASE BUCKET

M6 X 45 BOLT (14)

PG24SE-6 (2) LEG BRACKET

PG24-7 (1) CHIMNEY GASKET

M6 FLAT WASHER (2)

M6 LOCK WASHER (2)

M6 NUT (2)

PG24-41 (1) BURNER PULLOUT

PG24-42 (1) PULLOUT LOCK

PG24-9 (1)

PG24SE-5 (1)

REAR LEG

PG24SE-4 (1)

FRONT LEG

097110 (2)

1.25" LEG PLUG

M8 NYLOC NUT (2)

M8 FLAT WASHER (2)

PG24LS-1 (2) WHEEL

PG24SE-1 (2) WHEEL AXLE

PG24LS-11 (1)

M4.2 X 10 SCREW (4)

BURNER

PG24-20 (1)

PG24-21 (1)

HEATING ROD

AUGER

PG24-22 (1)

PG24-23 (1)

AUGER BUSHING

PG24-25 (1)

AUGER PIN W/NUT

PG24-24 (1)

M4.2 X 10 SCREW (2)

PG24-27 (1)

BLOWER IMPELLER

PG24-26 (1)

BLOWER MOTOR

AUGER MOTOR

0218-PG24SE-13-PARTS

HOPPER LID

PG24-53 (1)

AUGER GUARD

M6 X 15 SCREW (2)

PG24SE-8 (1)

HOPPER COVER

M6 FLAT WASHER (2)

M6 LOCK WASHER (2)

PG24-48 (1)

POWER CORD

M6 NUT (2)

PG24-49 (1)

AUGER IMPELLER

M4.2 X 10 SCREW (2)

PG24-45 (1)

CONTROLLER GASKET

PGC24-12 (1)

HOPPER HANDLE

PG24-30 (1)

PG24SE-3 (1)

CONTROLLER

PG24-51 (1)

CONTROLLER KNOB

GUARD PLATE

1. Do NOT leave this appliance unattended while in use. The user must remain in the immediate area of the product and have a clear view of the product at all times during operation.

2. Keep children and pets away from burner at all times.

3. The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair your ability to properly assemble or safely operate this appliance.

4. For OUTDOOR use only. Do NOT use in a building, garage or any other enclosed area. Do NOT use in or on recreational vehicles or boats. NEVER use this appliance as a heater.

5. Do not operate appliance under ANY overhead construction. Keep a minimum clearance of 36 inches (0.9 m) from the sides, front and back of appliance to ANY construction. Keep the area clear of all combustible material and flammable liquids, including wood, dry plants and grass, brush, paper, and canvas.

6. This product is not intended for commercial use.

7. Always allow the appliance to cool before covering with the patio cover.

8. Always cover the appliance, with patio cover (if supplied), when not in use.

9. Always unplug grill before installing patio cover.

10. Use only on a level, stable non-combustible surface like

bricks, concrete or dirt. Do not use this appliance on any surface that will burn or melt like wood, asphalt, vinyl or plastic.

11. Make sure the grease bucket is in place before starting

the grill.

12. In the event of a fire the dial should be turned to

shutdown, close the lid, and leave it closed until the fire goes out. After allowing the grill to cool, follow the cleaning instructions before the next use.

13. Use only food grade hardwood pellets manufactured for

use in pellet grills. Using softwood or heating pellets will void your warranty.

14. Do not allow the hopper to run out of pellets. Pellets

can be added at any time. The hopper will hold approximately 18 pounds of pellets. The pellet usage will vary greatly depending on the ambient temperature as well as cooking temperature.

15. It is recommended that you not store pellets in the

hopper for extended periods as they may absorb moisture from the air and clog the auger.

16. Keep the lid closed during cooking. The grill is designed

to cook with the lid closed.

17. Do not use accessories not specified for use with appliance.

18. Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or freshen up a fire in this appliance. Keep all such liquids well away from the appliance when in use.

19. Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container of ashes should be placed on a non combustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible materials, pending final disposal. When the ashes are disposed by burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.

20. Creosote – Formation and need for removal. When wood pellets are burned slowly, they produce tar and other organic vapors that combine with expelled moisture to form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in a relatively cool oven flue and exhaust hood of a slow burning fire. As a result, creosote residue accumulates on the flue lining and exhaust hood. When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The grease duct should be inspected every 50 hours to determine when grease and/or creosote build-up has occurred. When grease or creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce risk of fire.

DANGER

Do not work on this grill if it is plugged in. Electric shock may occur resulting in death or serious injury.

Assembly Instructions

Remove all loose parts from the inside of the grill and hopper. Lay a blanket or piece of cardboard down to protect the grill.

Attach the Legs

With the help of another person flip the grill upside down on the blanket or cardboard. The grill lid and hopper lid will swing open when doing this so be careful not to damage the lids. The grill may also want to roll on its lid so one person should hold the grill steady while the other person assembles the bottom legs and wheels.

1. Assemble the legs as shown in Fig. 1 using Qty (6)

M6 x 45 Bolts and Qty (6) Lock washers. Note that the longer leg must go closest to the hopper. Finger tighten hardware.

M6 X 45 BOLT

M6 LOCK WASHER

Fig. 1

2. Assemble Qty (2) leg brackets onto the legs as shown in Fig 2 using Qty (4) M6 x 45 Bolts, Qty (4) M6 Flat Washers, Qty (4) M6 Lock Washers, and Qty (4) M6 Nuts. Finger tighten hardware.

3. Assemble the wire shelf to the legs as shown in Fig 2 using Qty (4) M6 x 45 Bolts, Qty (4) M6 Flat Washers, Qty (4) M6 Lock Washers, and Qty (4) M6 Nuts. Finger tighten hardware.

M6 FLAT WASHER

M6 LOCK WASHER

M6 NUT

M6 X 45 BOLT

Attach Chimney and Chimney Cap

1. Install chimney to grill as shown in Fig 4. Make sure to install the gasket between the grill and the chimney.

2. Tighten all hardware.

3. Install 1/4-20 x 3 Bolt through chimney cap and secure using Qty (1) 1/4-20 nut. Thread second nut onto bolt leaving approximately 1.5 in to the top of the cap. Thread cap assembly down into the chimney bracket until the lower nut hits the bracket. See Fig 4.

4. The height of the chimney cap can be adjusted for summer and winter. In the summer the gap should be approximately 1-1/2 in. In the winter the gap should be approximately ½ in.

5. Tighten all hardware.

1/4-20 X 3 BOLT (1)

1/4-20 NUT (2)

M6 X 15 SCREW

M6 FLAT WASHER

M6 LOCK WASHER

M6 NUT

M6 LOCK WASHER

M6 FLAT WASHER

M6 X 45 BOLT

Fig. 2

4. Assemble Qty (2) Wheels to the legs as shown in Fig 3 using Qty (2) Wheel Axles, Qty (2) M8 Flat Washers, and Qty (2) M8 Nyloc Nuts. Tighten axle hardware with a wrench.

WHEEL AXLE

M8 FLAT WASHER

M8 NYLOC NUT

Fig. 3

CHIMNEY GASKET

Install Handle

1. Install the handle as shown in Fig 5.

2. Tighten all hardware.

PG24LS-6 (1)

HANDLE

Fig. 4

M6 FLAT WASHER (2)

M6 LOCK WASHER (2)

M6 NUT (2)

Fig. 5

5. With the help of another person, stand the grill upright. Be careful as the lid on the hopper and grill will close as the grill is stood upright.

6. Tighten all hardware assembled in the previous steps. Do not crush the tubes by over tightening the hardware.

Install Hopper Handle

GREASE BUCKE

ASH CUP

CLEANOUT PORT OPEN

1. Install hopper handle as shown in Fig. 6.

HOPPER HANDLE (1) PGC24-12

M6 RUBBER WASHER (2)

M6 FENDER WASHER (2)

M6 LOCK WASHER (2)

M6 X 15 BOLT (2)

Grease Bucket

1. Hang grease bucket from tube as shown in Fig 7.

Fig. 6

DRIP TRAY

HEAT DEFLECTOR

Fig. 9

Warming Rack and Cooking Grate (Optional Rack Model PG24-1 Not Included)

1. Install the Warming Rack and Cooking Grate as shown in Fig 10.

PG24-1 (OPTIONAL) WARMING RACK (NOT INCLUDED)

PG24-70 (2) COOKING GRATE

Fig. 7

Ash Cup

1. Install Ash Cup as shown in Fig 8. Never use grill without Ash Cup in place.

Install Deﬂector and Drip Tray

1. Install the Heat Deﬂector and Drip Tray as shown in Fig 8 and Fig 9.

DRIP TRAY

HEAT DEFLEC TOR

Fig. 8

Fig. 10

Clean-out Knob Assembly Installation

Hand tighten the burner clean-out knob as shown in Fig 11.

PG24-9 (1) BURNER PULLOUT KNOB

Fig. 11

Clean-out Port Knob

1. Clean-out Port knob must be pushed in when grill is on. Make sure pullout lock is pushed down and locks the knob to prevent inadvertent opening of the clean-out port. See Fig 12.

Fig. 12

CLEANOUT PORT CLOSED

2. Lift pullout lock and pull clean-out port knob to empty

CLEANOUT PORT OPEN

WARMING RACK

COOKING GRATE

CLEANOUT PORT KNOB

ash into ash cup. See Fig 13.

Fig. 13

3. See instructions for burner clean-out.

Burner Clean-out

Before each use the burner should be cleaned out by lifting the pullout lock and pulling the clean-out port knob on the right side of the grill to open the burner clean-out. This will allow the ash from previous use to fall into the cup under the grill. The cup should be removed and emptied and then reinstalled before each use. After cleaning out the burner make sure to close the burner clean-out by pushing the clean-out port knob in on the right side of the grill. Make sure to lift the pullout lock and push the clean-out port knob all the way in and lock in place with the pullout lock. Every 50 hours of use, remove the grill grates, grease tray, and heat deﬂector and clean the inside of the grill. If you notice a lot of ash blowing around in the grill it is time to vacuum it out.

simply means you must ﬁll the auger tube with pellets until pellets reach the burner. This is done by turning the dial to the FEED position. The auger will remain on for no more than 7 minutes. This is ample time for the pellets to reach the burner. It is easiest to open the burner clean-out by pulling the knob on the right side of the grill. Once you hear pellets dropping into the cup you can close the clean-out port by pushing the knob on the right side of the grill and then select your cooking temperature. (Never operate grill without the ash cup in place). Always make sure the burner clean-out port is closed by pushing in the knob on the right side of the grill before selecting any of the cook settings. Never open the burner clean-out port when the grill is hot.

Controller Explanation Power Switch

Used to turn the main power onto the pellet grill. The fan will be on whenever the power switch is on. The dial must be rotated to any of the other positions before the grill will start. If the power is turned on with the dial in any other position than Shutdown the grill will immediately start that function. “O” is Off. “-“ is On. See Fig 14

Fig. 14

DANGER

Never Operate the Pellet grill without the ash cup in place. Make sure the burner clean-out port is closed and locked before starting the grill.

Never open the burner clean-out port when the grill is hot.

Filling the Auger Tube Caution: Only use the feed setting when the hopper has ran out of pellets. Feed setting is not for normal use.

The ﬁrst time you use your grill or any time the hopper has ran out of pellets you will need to ﬁll the auger tube. This

Dial Positions Shutdown -This setting must be used after each use. Turn

the dial to this setting and the fan will remain on. Wait for 10 minutes to allow the grill to ﬁnish burning any pellets in the burner before turning the main power switch off. This setting will burn up any extra pellets in the burner and cool down the grill. Do not turn the main power switch off when

the grill is hot. Low Smoke - This setting is used for smoking foods at an average temperature of 160F. This setting will produce large amounts of smoke. High Smoke - This setting is used for smoking foods at an average temperature of 220F. This setting will produce large amounts of smoke. 175F to 400F - There are 25F increment settings from 175F to 400F. You can simply select any temperature you want

and the grill will control the temperature within 15F of the selected temperature. High - This setting can be used to achieve temperatures up to 500F depending on ambient temperatures. Feed - This setting is used to feed pellets to the hopper. It will be used the ﬁrst time you use the grill to ﬁll the auger tube and any time you may inadvertently run the hopper out of pellets. See instructions on ﬁlling the auger tube.

Display LED Flashing Green – The LED will ﬂash green each time

the dial is changed from the OFF, SHUTDOWN, or FEED settings, to any of the cook settings indicating that the grill is in the startup cycle. LED Green – A green LED light indicates that the grill in functioning normally in any of the cook settings. RED LED – The LED will be red when the dial is turned to the shutdown mode or the ﬂame is extinguished in any of the cook settings. LED Flashing Red – The LED will ﬂash Red if there is an error with the temperature sensor inside of the grill.

Breaking In the Grill

We suggest turning the grill to 350F for ½ hour before cooking on the grill for the ﬁrst time. This will burn off any manufacturing oils and cure the paint. Make sure to follow the instructions for ﬁlling the auger tube before breaking in the grill.

DANGER

Always start the grill with the lid open. The lid must be closed after the start cycle.

DANGER

Do not over-ﬁre the grill by over feeding pellets into the burner prior to startup. If ﬂame is inadvertently extinguished never restart the grill without ﬁrst cleaning out the burner. Improper use can cause an uncontrolled ﬁre.

Shutdown

When you are done cooking the dial must be turned to the Shutdown setting. The LED will be red. In this setting the fan will remain on to ﬁnish burning any pellets in the burner and cool the grill down. After 10 minutes, if the grill has cooled the main power switch should be switched to off.

DANGER

Do not turn the main power switch off while the grill is hot.

Cleaning

Clean grates using a wire grill brush. This should be done with each use. DO NOT use oven cleaner or abrasive cleaners on the painted grill surfaces. Use warm soapy water on all painted surfaces. Clean grease pan, grease trough, and grease drain tube occasionally. A spatula can be used to scrape excess grease and a grill brush to brush clean. Do not allow grease to build up on the grease tray or in the grease trough as this can cause ﬂare-ups inside the grill. The grease tray can also be lined with aluminum foil for easier cleanup. Make sure not to obstruct the ﬂow of grease off of the tray and into the grease trough. Make sure not to block the airﬂow to the temperature sensor on the left side of the grill.

WARNING

Cooking

Once the auger tube has been properly ﬁlled you can begin cooking by selecting any of the cooking temperatures. The grill has 13 cook settings. Low Smoke, High Smoke, 175, 200, 225, 250, 275, 300, 325, 350, 375, 400, and High. By selecting any of these the grill will go into the Startup mode. The LED will ﬂash green for 8 minutes during the startup cycle. After the 8 minutes the LED be green. The dial can be changed at any time during the startup cycle or the cook cycle between any of the 13 cook settings.

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