Kalamazoo K1000HBNGS4, K500HTNGS4, K500HSNGS4, K750HTLPBLKS4, K750HSNGS4 Owners Manual

Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grills

USE AND CARE GUIDE

Important Safety Warnings

This appliance is FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. It is not to be used inside a garage, other
building or any type of enclosed area.

WARNING: Failure to follow the information in this Use and Care Guide exactly may result

in fire or explosion, causing property damage, personal injury or death. Read and follow all
warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance.

WARNING: This appliance is not intended to be installed in or on a boat or recreational

vehicle.

DANGER: IF YOU SMELL GAS:

1. Shut-off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. Open grill hood.

4. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your

gas supplier or fire department.

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

WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY:

1. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the

vicinity of this or any other appliance.

2. An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this

or any other appliance.

IMPORTANT: Damage caused by a failure to heed the warnings or
follow the safety instructions and practices described in this Use and
Care Guide is not covered by the warranty.

This Use and Care Guide
contains important
information necessary for the
proper assembly and safe use

Thank you for choosing Kalamazoo
Outdoor Gourmet cooking
equipment.

of the grill.

Read and follow all warnings
and instructions before
assembling and using the grill.

Follow all warnings and
instructions when using the
grill.

Keep the Use and Care Guide
for future reference.

Because of the high performance
nature and unique design of
Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grills, we
recommend familiarizing yourself
with this book before using your
grill for the first time. Your Use and
Care Guide contains important
safety information as well as helpful
guidance for successful cooking
experiences and care. Following
the guidance of this book will help
ensure many years of outdoor cooking
enjoyment.

Should you ever have any questions about cooking
with or caring for your Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill,
we are here to help. Contact Kalamazoo Outdoor
Gourmet Customer Service at:

Version 19.12.2013

1.800.868.1699

or

[e-mail]

Please have your model number and serial number
ready or include it in your email.

Model Number

F K500HB

F K750HB

F K1000HB

Fuel Type

F Natural Gas

Serial Number

F K500HT

F K750HT

F K1000HT

F Liquid

Propane

F K500HS

F K750HS

F K1000HS

F Bulk Liquid

Propane

Table of Contents

Safe Operation 6

Liquid Propane Tank Safety 8

Gas Requirements 10

Leak Testing 13

Locating the Grill 14

Required Clearances 14

Grill Dimensions 15

Initial Assembly 21

Get to Know Your Grill 22

Grill Controls 28

Lighting Your Grill 31

Ignition System Power Supply 33

Burner Adjustments 35

Valve Adjustments 37

Cooking with Your Grill 38

Recipes 48

Caring for Your Grill 69

Troubleshooting 72

Electrical Diagrams 73

Warranty 77

Installation Checklist 80

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The best grills in the world. Period.

That’s a bold statement. But it’s no coincidence a James Beard Award-winning chef like Rick
Bayless credits our grills with changing the way he cooks outdoors. No other grill offers the
ability to cook with any combination of charcoal, wood and gas. And hybrid fire grilling is only
the beginning of our advantages.

Hybrid Cooking with Charcoal, Wood and Gas Changing fuels is as

easy as opening the Hybrid Fire Grilling Drawer. Our powerful gas
burners sit right below the drawer and can be used alone to cook with
gas. Or place wood and charcoal in the drawer and the burners will
quickly and conveniently light a fire, as well as maintain the heat for longer
cooking sessions.

Complete Versatility Grilling, searing, roasting, smoking, wok cooking,

rotisserie turning, barbecuing and even baking. The power and versatility
of Kalamazoo grills enable home chefs to passionately pursue any and
every cooking style they desire. One secret to this performance is our
deep firebox design. Turn the page to take a peek inside.

Exclusive Dragon Burners™ Weighing in at more than 13 pounds, each

cast brass Dragon Burner™ is warranted for life and engineered for superior
performance. Kalamazoo grills are the most powerful and capable grills on
the market, and these burners are at the heart of every one.

Custom Cooking Surfaces Select your ideal combination of cooking

surface patterns optimized for meat, fish or vegetables. The cooking
surfaces can be personalized with laser-cut initials, logos or other artwork.

Our entire line of Hybrid Fire Grills has been
completely redesigned for 2012 with even more
amazing performance and a beautiful new look.

Standard Rod Laser-cut Meat Laser-cut Fish Laser-cut Vegetable

Reliable Ignition Kalamazoo grills feature a dedicated ignition burner

and electronic hot surface ignition. Like all the other details on a
Kalamazoo, the ignition system is designed and built without compromise.

“The feature that really puts the Kalamazoo over the top

is that you can easily switch between gas and charcoal or
wood. It is as simple as opening the drawer!”

— Chef Rick Bayless

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Our advanced cooking concept.

There is nothing like a Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill. Literally. Just look inside. From the burners
with more than 100 BTUs per square inch of cooking power, to the ability to cook with any
combination of charcoal, wood and gas, no one makes a grill more worthy of being the
centerpiece of your outdoor kitchen.

A Awesome Cooking Power Exclusive cast brass

Dragon Burners™ deliver the cooking heat. The
gas-fired operating temperature range is from 250°F
for barbecue to more than 700°F for searing. Leave
the Hybrid Fire Grilling System drawer empty to cook
with gas. With a charcoal fire, the temperature range
extends to 150°F to 1,200°F.

B Hybrid Fire Grilling Drawer Want to change flavors

by changing fuels? Just open the drawer and add
your choice of wood or charcoal. The Dragon Burner
not only ignites your fuel — it can prolong the fire for
extended cooking.

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C Ultimate Versatility The deep firebox is engineered

to open up a world of new cooking possibilities.
The improved heat dynamics of a Kalamazoo
enable superior roasting, smoking and even baking
capabilities.

D Hassle-Free Cleaning Any ash, grease and debris

funnel down to a cleanout pan that is large enough to
hold everything and deep enough to be easy to handle
and prevent spills.

E Custom Cooking Surfaces Homeowners can select

their ideal combination of cooking surface patterns
optimized for meat, fish and vegetables.

F Air Control When it comes to cooking with charcoal,

controlling the flow of air is crucial. The variable hood
vent enables heat and smoke control for charcoal and
wood grilling.

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“Besides the dual-fuel convenience, the bullet-proof

construction, and the amazing heat output, the other great
feature is the best rotisserie I have ever used..”

— Larry Olmsted, Forbes

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Safe Operation

WARNING: When in use, portions of your grill get hot enough to cause

severe burns. Children and pets should never be left alone or unattended in
the area where the grill is being used. Never allow children to sit, stand or play
on or around the grill.

IMPORTANT: Improper use or installation is dangerous. Because this grill

produces intense heat, the risk of accidents or potential injuries is increased.
Extreme care must be taken. Carefully follow all instructions, including the
following:

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To reduce the risk of fire, burns or other injury, read this Use and Care Guide thoroughly. Begin by
ensuring proper installation and servicing. Do not repair or replace any part of the grill yourself unless it is
specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide. All other service must be carried out by a qualified
gas technician.

 Never allow children to operate the grill. Do not store items of interest to children in or around the grill.

 Do not heat unopened food containers in the grill. The build up of pressure resulting from the heat may

cause the container to burst.

 Never lean on any part of the grill. When lighting the grill, always pay close attention to what you are

doing. Make sure you are aware of which burner you are lighting and can see whether or not it is lit. Make
sure you have ready access to the burner valves when you are lighting the burner. Make sure you are
pushing in the burner valve to activate the ignition when you attempt to light the burner.

 When the burners are on or the grill is hot, do not touch the grilling surface, warming rack, any part of the

grill’s interior or any surface of areas surrounding the grilling surface. These areas become extremely hot
and may cause severe burns. Likewise, do not touch any part of the grill hood or grilling drawer. Do not
touch any surface of the cook box that can be accessed within the cabinet below the grill.

 The cabinet below the grill is not for storage. It is for service access and cleaning. Do not store

combustible materials in the cabinet below the grill. Likewise, do not store items made with materials that
might melt or otherwise be damaged by heat.

 Do not use any cleaner, including water, on a hot grill.

 Be sure all control knobs are in the OFF position and the grill is cool before using any aerosol cleaner on it

or near it. The chemical used for aerosol propellant could ignite in the presence of heat.

 Always wait at least 24 hours after the last time the grill was hot before emptying the ash bin.

 Always use dry pot holders or gloves on hot surfaces or cooking tools: moist or damp pot holders or

gloves may cause steam burns. Never use a towel or bulky cloth in place of pot holders. Do not let pot
holders touch hot portions of the grill or allow them to get near the open flame.

 Do not operate the grill under an unprotected combustible construction. Use only in a well-ventilated area.

The grill is for outdoor use only.

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Safe Operation CONTINUED

 Do not obstruct any of the openings on the grill or otherwise obstruct the flow of combustion and

ventilation air. Do not build the grill into any combustible structure that is closer than 6 inches from the
sides and back.

 Keep all gas hoses away from the hot surfaces of the grill, including all external surfaces of the unit.

 Keep all electrical supply cords away from the hot surfaces of the grill, including all external surfaces of the

unit.

 Ensure proper installation and servicing by following all instructions in this Use and Care Guide and any

other instructions or markings provided with this product. Have your grill installed by a qualified technician.
Have the installer show you were the gas supply shut-off valve is located and instruct you in its operation
so that you can shut-off the gas to the grill.

 If you smell gas, there is likely a problem with the installation. If the connections are not perfectly sealed,

you can have a small leak resulting in the faint smell of gas — even if the grill appears to be working
properly. Close the gas supply shut-off valve and call a qualified technician to locate and resolve the leak.

SPIDER ALERT: Spiders and other insects are prone to nesting
inside burners in outdoor cooking equipment. This can create a very
dangerous condition where the gas flow is redirected and can create
a fire behind the control panel. This will damage the grill and make it
unusable. Frequent inspections and care are recommended. See the
care section beginning on page 69.

California Proposition 65 Warning:

The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some by-products that are on the
list of substances which are known by the State of California to cause cancer
or reproductive harm. California law requires businesses to warn customers
of potential exposure to such substances. To minimize exposure to these
substances, always operate the grill according to this Use and Care Guide and
ensure you provide good ventilation when cooking.

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Important LP Tank Safety Information

A liquid propane cylinder should never be overfilled beyond the cylinder filling
capacity. Overfilling may create a dangerous condition.

Overfilled tanks can build up excess pressure. The standard safety device on
tanks is the safety relief valve. This valve vents propane gas vapors to relieve
excess pressure. These vapors are combustible and can be ignited.

To avoid risk of fire or explosion, take the following safety precautions:

 Never replace the liquid propane regulator or hose with a different type than the model supplied.

 Never use a dented or rusty LP tank.

 Never connect the grill to anything other than the fuel source indicated on the serial plate. Factory

conversion kits are available for switching fuel sources. Contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet or an
authorized dealer for details. Conversion kit installation must be done by a qualified technician.

 The LP-gas cylinder must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve from damage.

 Ensure proper ventilation of the cylinder. The cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor

withdrawal.

DANGER:

A. Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or near this appliance;

B. Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full; and

C. If instructions A and B are not followed exactly, a fire causing

death or serious injury may occur.

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 The LP-gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the

specifications for LP-gas cylinders, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the standard for Cylinders,

Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods, CAN/CSA-B339.

 When the grill is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder.

 The grill may be stored indoors, but only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the grill. An LP

cylinder MUST NEVER BE STORED INDOORS.

 Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not be stored in a building,

garage or any other enclosed area.

 The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the grill must be used. Replacement pressure

regulators and hose assemblies must be the type specified by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. For
replacement parts, contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet customer service at 1.800.868.1699.

DANGER:

FIGURE 2

Do not route the gas supply
hose or locate a propane
cylinder in a way that may
create a tripping hazard.
Tripping over, or getting
caught on, a gas supply hose
may tip the grill over or
damage the hose, creating
serious risk of injury and fire.

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Liquid Propane Gas Requirements
(30-Pound Cylinder)

Verify the type of gas your grill has been configured for by the factory by
checking the serial tag inside the door of the grill cabinet. Grills configured for
liquid propane (LP) gas are orificed differently than grills configured for natural
gas (NG). Grills configured for use with 30-pound LP cylinders (Type 1) are
shipped with a dual-stage LP regulator hose assembly attached.

Connection: LP regulator hose assembly (included) connects to the grill via

0.5" NPT male with a 0.375" flare adapter (included).

Operating Pressure: 11.0" W.C. (cooktop burners) and 8.0" W.C. (all other
burners via additional regulator installed inside grill).

To connect the LP regulator hose assembly to the LP tank, first make sure the main valve on the tank is
completely closed. Make sure also that all control valves on the front of the grill are OFF.

Thread the regulator inlet over the tank valve. Use care to ensure proper alignment of the threaded coupler
and avoid cross-threading or damaging the coupler. Turn the green coupler clockwise until tightened up, but
do not over-tighten.

IMPORTANT: Always close the main valve on the

tank before disconnecting or transporting the tank.

IMPORTANT: After connecting a fresh LP tank,

you may need to purge air from the system. Before
lighting, open the main valve on the tank. Turn the
control valves on the grill to the HIGH position for
about 15 seconds to purge air from the system.
Turn the control valves on the grill OFF and wait 5
minutes for any gas to clear. Finally, continue with
the normal lighting procedure.

The installation must conform with local codes. In
the absence of local codes, the installation must
conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI

Z223.1/NFPA 54; Storage and Handling of Liquefied
Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58; Natural Gas and
Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1; or Propane
Storage and Handling, CSA B149.2.

Cylinder Requirements: Never use
a dented or rusty LP tank. Never
use a cylinder with a damaged
valve. Always check for leaks after
connecting an LP tank.

FIGURE 3

Regulator 8" WC

Regulator Connection
to Tank

2 Stage LP Regulator
Hose Assembly 11" WC

Main Tank Valve

Chain Secures Tank
to Fitted Shelf Ring

30-pound LP Tank

Tank Sits Within
Fitted Floor Ring

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Natural Gas Requirements

Verify the type of gas your grill has been configured for by the factory by
checking the serial tag inside the door of the grill cabinet. Grills configured for
natural gas (NG) are orificed differently than grills configured for liquid propane
(LP) gas. Grills configured for use with natural gas are shipped with a gray hose
with a quick-connect fitting.

Connection: Quick-connect hose assembly (included) connects to the grill via

0.5" NPT male with a 0.375" flare adapter (included).

Input Pressure: 7.0" W.C.

Operating Pressure: 7.0" W.C. (cooktop burners) and 3.5" W.C. (all other

burners via additional regulator installed inside grill).

IMPORTANT: Always close gas supply shut-off valve before disconnecting the grill gas supply hose.

IMPORTANT: An installer-supplied safety shut-off valve MUST be installed on the natural gas supply line for the

grill. The valve should be easily accessed and located between 3 and 20 feet away from the grill.

All gas connections should be made by a qualified
technician. The installation and all installer-supplied
parts must conform to local codes. In the absence
of local codes, the installation and all parts should
conform to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/

NFPA 54 or Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code,
CSA B149.1.

All pipe sealants must be an approved type.

Grill BTUs: See serial tag.

IMPORTANT: Diameter and length of the gas supply

pipe may limit the pressure and BTU delivery of gas to
the grill. The installer must ensure proper delivery to
the grill or it will not operate properly.

The appliance and its individual shut-off valve must be
disconnected from the gas supply piping system during
any pressure testing of that system at pressures in
excess of 1/2 psi (3.5 kPa).

During any pressure testing of the gas supply piping
system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psi
(3.5 kPa), the appliance must be isolated from the
system by closing its individual manual shut-off valve.

FIGURE 4

Regulator 3.5" WC

Factory-supplied
1/2" Gas Hose

Installer Supplied Shut-off Valve
Must be Easily Accessible

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Bulk Supply Liquid Propane Gas
Requirements

Verify the type of gas your grill has been configured for by the factory by
checking the serial tag inside the door of the grill cabinet. Grills configured for
liquid propane (LP) gas are orificed differently than grills configured for natural
gas (NG). Grills configured for use with a bulk LP supply are shipped with a
gray hose with a quick-connect fitting.

Connection: Quick-connect hose assembly (included) connects to the grill via

0.5" NPT male with a 0.375" flare adapter (included).

Input Pressure: 11.0" W.C.

Operating Pressure: 11.0" W.C. (cooktop burners) and 8.0" W.C. (all other

burners via additional regulator installed inside grill).

A step down regulator MUST be used on an LP house system to reduce the pressure down to 11.0" W.C. for
the grill.

IMPORTANT: Always close gas supply shut-off valve

before disconnecting the grill gas supply hose.

IMPORTANT: An installer-supplied safety shut-off

valve MUST be installed on the gas supply line for
the grill. The valve should be easily accessed and
located between 3 and 20 feet away from the grill.

All gas connections should be made by a qualified
technician. The installation and all installer-supplied
parts must conform to local codes. In the absence
of local codes, the installation and all parts should
conform to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI

Z223.1/NFPA 54; Storage and Handling of Liquefied
Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58; Natural Gas and
Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1; or Propane
Storage and Handling, CSA B149.2.

All pipe sealants must be an approved type.

Factory-supplied
1/2" Gas Hose

FIGURE 5

Regulator 8" WC

Installer-supplied Shut-off Valve
Must be Easily Accessible

Installer-supplied Regulator Must
Reduce Supply Pressure to 11" WC

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Leak Testing

Although gas connections on the grill are leak tested at the factory prior to
shipment, a complete test must be performed after installation due to possible
mishandling during shipping or installation.

Periodic checks are also recommended. Immediately check for leaks if you
smell gas.

Never use an open flame to look for leaks.

Before Testing: Extinguish all open flames. Do not smoke.

You will need a spray bottle, a brush or a rag. For LP units using a 30-pound cylinder, a full cylinder should
be used.

IMPORTANT: Homeowners should only check for leaks on the gas connections that are external to the grill. If

the valves or other internal connections need to be checked, please call a qualified technician or Kalamazoo
Outdoor Gourmet customer service at 1.800.868.1699.

To Conduct the Test:

Make a soap solution of one part liquid dish soap and one part water.

Make sure all grill control valves are in the OFF position. Turn the gas supply ON. Use a spray bottle, brush
or rag to apply the mild soap solution to all connections from the supply line or LP cylinder to the connection
on the grill. Check all connections. Soap bubbles will appear at any connections with a leak. Turn OFF the gas
supply and tighten any leaky connections. Recheck, applying more mild soap solution.

IMPORTANT: Do not use the grill until all connections have been
checked and do not leak.

Electrical Connection

The grill requires AC power for the control panel lighting and rotisserie motor
functionality. It must be connected with an outdoor-rated, grounded electric
extension cord.

The grill, when installed, must be electrically grounded in accordance with local codes or, in the absence of
local codes, with the National Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA 70, or the Canadian Electrical Code, CSA C22.1.

See additional electrical precautions on page 76.

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Grill Location

The Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill is designed for easy placement on an outdoor
patio or deck. It is recommended that the grill be placed on a non-combustible
surface.

Choosing a Location: Important considerations for grill placement include
exposure to wind, proximity to foot traffic and areas where people congregate
and access to the gas supply.

Do not place the grill in a location where the hood opening is likely to be exposed to strong wind.

Do not place the grill where it is likely to be bumped into or inadvertently touched by passers by. It is
recommended that the countertop or other surface extend 9 inches beyond the sides and back of the grill as a
safety clearance to protect people from injury.

Do not place the grill on a surface that is unable to safely support the weight of the grill or may cause it to be
unstable.

Never place the grill where the gas hose creates a safety hazard (see Figure 2). Tripping over an exposed gas
hose may create a gas leak or create other serious safety hazards.

Never locate the grill in a building, breezeway, shed or other such enclosed areas.

The grill is not intended to be installed in or on a boat or recreational vehicle.

REQUIRED CLEARANCES

IMPORTANT: Do not build the grill into a combustible enclosure.
Maintain at least 6 inches of clearance between the sides and back of
the grill and any combustible surface, or use an insulating surround
provided by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. NEVER place the grill
underneath an overhead combustible structure or surface.

For ease of use and safe operation, it is recommended the grill be placed on a
level surface.

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Built-in Grill Dimensions

K500HB Hybrid Fire Built-in Grill

K500HB

 506 square inches of primary grilling area

 Two cast brass burners, 27,500 BTUs each (24,000 LP)

 23” x 22” primary grilling surface

 Ignition burner with electronic hot surface ignition

 Rotisserie system with infrared burner; motor mounted

in cabinet

 Ambient control panel lighting

 Flip-up warming rack

 Deep hopper cleaning

 Single Hybrid Fire Grilling System drawer

 Stainless steel leveling legs

 73,000 total BTUs (66,000 LP)

 2 amps

54 5/8" *

29 3/8"

OVERALL WIDTH

27 7/8"

INSTALLATION

WIDTH

18 5/8"

36" *

1 1/8"

36" COUNTER
HEIGHT

4 3/4"

3 1/4" *

TOP VIEW

30 7/16"

2 5/16"
REAR CLEARANCE
REQUIRED FOR
HOOD OPENING

MIN.

25"
INSTALLATION
DEPTH

MAX.

26 1/2"
INSTALLATION
DEPTH

GAS INLET:
10' GAS HOSE
CONNECTS HERE

8"

22"

7 1/2"

4"

ELECTRICAL INLET:
INSERT GROUNDED
OUTDOOR ELECTRICAL CORD

26 1/2"

25" MIN

MAX

36" *

28"

* HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE +/-1 1/4"

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TOP VIEW

K750HB Hybrid Fire Built-in Grill

K750HB

 726 square inches of primary grilling area

 Three cast brass burners, 27,500 BTUs each (24,000 LP)

 33” x 22” primary grilling surface

 Ignition burner with electronic hot surface ignition

 Rotisserie system with infrared burner; motor mounted in

cabinet

 Ambient control panel lighting

 Flip-up warming rack

 Deep hopper cleaning

 Single Hybrid Fire Grilling System drawer

 Stainless steel leveling legs

 107,000 total BTUs (98,000 LP)

 2 amps

GAS INLET:
10' GAS HOSE
CONNECTS HERE

8"

54 5/8" *

39 3/8"

OVERALL WIDTH

37 7/8"

INSTALLATION WIDTH

18 5/8"

36" *

36" COUNTER
HEIGHT

1 1/8"

4 3/4"

3 1/4" *

* HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE +/- 1 1/4"

30 7/16"

2 5/16"
REAR CLEARANCE
REQUIRED FOR
HOOD OPENING

MIN.

25"
INSTALLATION
DEPTH

MAX.

26 1/2"
INSTALLATION
DEPTH

22"

7 1/2"

ELECTRICAL INLET:
INSERT GROUNDED
OUTDOOR ELECTRICAL CORD

4"

38"

26 1/2"

25" MIN

MAX

36" *

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K1000HB Hybrid Fire Built-in Grill

OUTDOOR ELECTRICAL CORD

GAS INLET:

K1000HB

 1,012 square inches of primary grilling area

 Four cast brass burners, 27,500 BTUs each (24,000 LP)

 46” x 22” primary grilling surface

 Ignition burner with electronic hot surface ignition

 Rotisserie system with two infrared burners;

motor mounted in cabinet

 Ambient control panel lighting

 Flip-up warming rack

 Deep hopper cleaning

 Side-by-side Hybrid Fire Grilling System

drawers

 Stainless steel leveling legs

 142,000 total BTUs (129,000 LP)

 2 amps

TOP VIEW

10' GAS HOSE
CONNECTS HERE

8"

54 5/8" *

52 3/8"

OVERALL WIDTH

50 7/8"

INSTALLATION WIDTH

18 5/8"

HEIGHT

36" *

1 1/8"

36" COUNTER

4 3/4"

3 1/4" *

* HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE +/- 1 1/4"

30 7/16"

2 5/16"
REAR CLEARANCE
REQUIRED FOR
HOOD OPENING

MIN.

25 1/2"
INSTALLATION
DEPTH

MAX.

26 1/2"

INSTALLATION

DEPTH

26 1/2"

25" MIN

MAX

36" *

22"

7 1/2"

4"

ELECTRICAL INLET:
INSERT GROUNDED

51"

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Freestanding Grill Dimensions

K500HS Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill

K500HS

72 1/4"

32"

54 5/8"

36"

K500HT Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill

K500HT

68 1/4"

36"

3 1/4"

54 5/8"

26 1/2"

32"

27 7/8"

3 1/4"

26 1/2"

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3 1/4"

K750HS Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill

K750HS

82 1/4"

32"

54 5/8"

36"

26 1/2"

K750HT Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill

K750HT

78 1/4"

36"

3 1/4"

32"

54 5/8"

26 1/2"

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K1000HS

95 1/4"

32"

54 5/8"

36"

K1000HT Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill

K1000HT

91 1/4"

3 1/4"

54 5/8"

26 1/2"

32"

36"

3 1/4"

26 1/2"

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G

I

H

J

K

D

C

A

B

E

Initial Assembly

Your Hybrid Fire Grill does not require any major assembly, but some pieces
are wrapped individually to prevent shipping damage.

A. Place the warming rack above the rotisserie

burner(s). The end with the dog leg bend should
be toward the front right side of the grill.

B. See page 23 for rotisserie rod installation

instructions.

C. Place the primary cooking grates in the grill.

D. Insert the Hybrid Fire Grilling Drawer.

E. If not already on the unit, mount the CONTROL

KNOBS on the valve posts.

F. Place the ash bin in the cabinet, seated between

the posts mounted in the floor.

WARNING: Never touch or empty the ash bin

when the grill is hot. Always wait at least 24 hours
before emptying the ash bin.

G. Place the LP cylinder (HS LP models only) in the

side cabinet and secure with the chain.

H. Place the cooktop burner diffusion caps on the

cooktop burners.

I. If not already on the unit, mount the cooktop

CONTROL KNOBS on the valve posts.

J. Place the cooktop burner grid on the cooktop

burner tray.

K. Place the cooktop cover over the cooktop.

FIGURE 6

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FIGURE 7

A. Hood Vent: Adjusts air flow for charcoal and

wood cooking. Wear a protective grilling glove to
operate the hood vent as it can become quite hot.

B. Hood Thermometer: Measures the air

temperature inside the grill’s cook box. The
cooking surface temperature is typically greater
than the temperature of the air as read by the
hood thermometer.

C. Grill Hood: Always open grill hood before lighting

the grill. Keep grill hood open when starting

a charcoal or wood fire and when the hood
thermometer temperature reads greater than 750°F.

IMPORTANT: To avoid collecting excessive rain water, keep the hood
vent closed when the grill is not in use.

D. Warming Rack: The warming rack can be used for warming food or for cooking food more slowly than on

the primary cooking surface. The warming rack flips up out of the way for using the rotisserie system. Do

not operate the rotisserie burner(s) while the warming rack is in the down position.

FIGURE 8

D

Warming rack rests
on bearing supports
left and right.

A

B

C

Lift warming rack by
the center to hook
into the UP position.

E

Always keep the rear
of the warming rack
located behind the pins.

E. Rotisserie Burner(s): Infrared burners for optional use with rotisserie spit system. Rotisserie cooking can

be done using heat from the rotisserie burner(s) OR heat from below. NEVER operate rotisserie burner(s) at

the same time as the main burners or other heat source below.

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F. Rotisserie Spit and Forks: Use for rotisserie cooking. Always balance the food on the spit as well as

possible by centering its weight around the spit. Secure the food tightly with the rotisserie forks and
tighten the thumb screws well. Butchers twine may be used in addition to the rotisserie forks to hold rolled
roasts securely. Always wear gloves and use caution when handling a hot rotisserie spit. Beware of the
sharp point on the rotisserie spit. Keep the rotisserie spit away from children when hot and when not in
use.

G. Rotisserie Spit Mounts: The rotisserie motor uses an indirect chain drive system to rotate the rotisserie

spit. The spit inserts first through the opening on the LEFT and then backs into the drive socket on the
RIGHT. The pointed end of the rotisserie spit rod should always point to the LEFT.

FIGURE 9

F

SECOND, insert blunt end of rotiserie
spit into drive socket on RIGHT.

1

G

2

H

Insert pointed end of rotisserie
spit into LEFT opening FIRST.

These bearings on RIGHT do not support the
rotisserie spit. They are for the warming rack.

G

H. Primary Cooking Surfaces: The standard grill grates are crafted from heavy stainless steel rod. Optional

laser-cut cooking surfaces are available in a variety of specialized cooking patterns.

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