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Masterbuilt Manufacturing, Inc.
1 Masterbuilt Court
Columbus, Georgia 31907
Customer Service 1-800-489-1581
ASSEMBLY, CARE & USE MANUAL
WARNING & SAFETY INFORMATION
MODEL: 20040111, 20042511, 20041711
14” PORTABLE KETTLE CHARCOAL GRILL
THIS PRODUCT IS FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
Manual Code: 9804100009 07302010-14SS
Approximate assembly time: 15 minutes.
Tools required for assembly: Adjustable Wrench, Phillips Head Screwdriver.
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD
Burning charcoal gives off carbon
monoxide, which has no odor and can
cause death.
DO NOT burn charcoal inside homes,
vehicles, tents, garages or any enclosed
areas.
This manual contains important
information necessary for the proper and
Read and follow all warnings and
instructions before using grill and
WARNING
safe use of this grill.
during use.
Use only outdoors where it is well
Keep this manual for future reference.
ventilated.
Failure to follow these warnings and instructions properly could result in fire or explosion, which could cause
property damage, personal injury, or death.
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GENERAL WARNING AND SAFETY INFORMATION
• Keep a fire extinguisher accessible at all times while operating grill.
• Never leave grill unattended while in use.
• Never use inside an enclosed area such as a patio, garage, building or tent.
• Never use inside a vehicle, not even a recreational vehicle such as a motor home, camper or truck bed.
• Never operate this grill under any overhead construction such as roof coverings, carports, awnings or overhangs.
• Maintain a minimum distance of 10 feet from all structures.
• Keep area clear of all combustible materials such as wood, dry plants, grass, brush, paper or canvas.
• Never operate this grill within 25 feet of flammable liquids.
• Never operate this grill within 10 feet of a gas cylinder.
• Never use this grill as a heater (READ CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD).
• Use this grill only on a stable, level surface to prevent tipping.
• Use on non-combustible surfaces such as dirt, concrete, brick or rock.
• Keep children and pets away from grill at all times. Do not allow children to use grill.
• Only use charcoal lighting fluid. Never use gasoline, alcohol or other highly volatile fluids to ignite charcoal.
These fluids can explode causing injury or death.
• Grill is HOT while in use and will remain HOT for a period of time afterwards. Do not touch any part of the grill
without wearing protective gloves.
• Never move grill when in use. Allow grill to cool completely before moving or storing.
• Never leave HOT coals or ashes unattended.
• Do not store grill with HOT ashes or charcoal inside grill. Store only when fire is completely out and all surfaces
are cold.
• Dispose of cold ashes by placing them in aluminum foil, soaking with water and discarding in a non-combustible
container.
• Accessory attachments not supplied by Masterbuilt Manufacturing, Inc. are not recommended.
• Never use this product for anything other than its intended purpose. This grill is not for commercial use.
• Always use this grill in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal fire codes.
WARNING
LIMITED WARRANTY INFORMATION
Masterbuilt warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under proper assembly,
normal use and recommended care for 90 days from the date of original retail purchase.
Masterbuilt warranty does not cover paint finish as it may burn off during normal use.
Masterbuilt warranty does not cover rust of the unit.
Masterbuilt requires reasonable proof of purchase for warranty claims and suggests that you keep your receipt. Upon
the expiration of such warranty, all such liability shall terminate.
Within the stated warranty period, Masterbuilt, at its discretion, shall repair or replace defective components free of
charge with owner being responsible for shipping. Should Masterbuilt require return of component(s) in question for
inspection Masterbuilt will be responsible for shipping charges to return requested item.
This warranty excludes property damage sustained due to misuse, abuse, accident, damage arising out of
transportation, or damage incurred by commercial use of this product.
This expressed warranty is the sole warranty given by Masterbuilt and is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or
implied including implied warranty, merchantability, or fitness for a particular purpose.
Neither Masterbuilt nor the retail establishment selling this product, has authority to make any warranties or to promise
remedies in addition to or inconsistent with those stated above.
Masterbuilt’s maximum liability, in any event, shall not exceed the purchase price of the product paid by the original
consumer/ purchaser. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. In
such a case, the above limitations or exclusions may not be applicable.
California residents only: Not withstanding this limitation of warranty, the following specific restrictions apply; if
service, repair, or replacement of the product is not commercially practical, the retailer selling the product or
Masterbuilt will refund the purchase price paid for the product, less the amount directly attributable to use by the
original buyer prior to the discovery of the nonconformity. Owner may take the product to the retail establishment
selling this product in order to obtain performance under warranty.
This expressed warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
Combustion by-product produced when using this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects,
other reproductive harm, or cancer.
The materials used in this product may contain lead a chemical known to the State of
California to cause birth defects and other reproductive harm.
WARNING
To ensure that it is safe to eat, food must be cooked to the minimum internal
temperatures listed in the table below.
USDA* Safe Minimum Internal Temperatures
Fish 145° F
Pork 160° F
Egg Dishes 160° F
Steaks and Roasts of Beef, Veal or Lamb 145° F
Ground Beef, Veal or Lamb 160° F
Whole Poultry (Turkey, Chicken, Duck, etc.) 165° F
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Ground or Pieces Poultry (Chicken Breast, etc.) 165° F
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Attn: Warranty Registration
Masterbuilt Mfg. Inc.
1 Masterbuilt Court - Columbus, GA 31907
Name:
Address:
City, State/Province, Postal Code:
Phone Number: E-Mail Address:
Model Number: Serial Number:
Purchase Date: Place of Purchase:
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* United States Department of Agriculture
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Steaks
APPROXIMATE GRILLING TIMES
BEEF SIZE GRILLING TIME INTERNAL TEMP
3
/4” thick 3 to 4 min. /side med rare 145°F
4 to 5 min. /side med 160°F
PARTS LIST
Kabobs 1” cubes 3 to 4 min. /side 145°F to 160°F
Hamburger patties
1
/2” thick 3 to 4 min. /side med 160°F
Roast, rolled rump 4 to 6 lbs. 18 to 22 min /lb. 145°F to 160°F
Sirloin tip 3 1/2 to 4 lbs. 20 to 25 min. /lb. 145°F to 160°F
Ribs, back cut in 1-rib portions 10 min. /side med 160°F
half, 2 to 3 lbs. 10 to 12 min. /side med rare 145°F
Tenderloin whole, 4 to 6 lbs. 12 to 15 min. /side med 160°F
PORK SIZE GRILLING TIME INTERNAL TEMP
Chops, bone-in
3
/4” thick 3 to 4 min. /side med 160°F
Chops, bone-out 1 1/2” thick 7 to 8 min. /side med 160°F
Tenderloin
1
/2” to 1 1/2” lbs. 15 to 25 min. total med 160°F
Ribs (indirect heat) 2 to 4 lbs. 1 1/2 to 2 hrs. med 160°F
VENISON SIZE GRILLING TIME INTERNAL TEMP
Roast, saddle or leg 6 to 7 lbs. 25 to 30 min. /lb. 145°F to 160°F
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Steaks
3
/4” thick 6 to 7 min. /side med 160°F
CHICKEN SIZE GRILLING TIME INTERNAL TEMP
Broiler fryer (indirect
3 to 4 lbs. 60 to 75 min. in thigh 180°F
heat)
Cornish hens 18 to 24 oz. 45 to 55 min. in thigh 180°F
Breast halves, bone-in 6 to 8 oz. each 10 to 15 min. /side 170°F
Breast halves, boneless 4 oz. each 6 to 8 min. /side 170°F
Legs or thighs 4 to 8 oz. 10 to 15 min. /side 180°F
Drumsticks 4 oz. 8 to 12 min. /side 180°F
Wings 2 to 3 oz. 8 to 12 min. /side 180°F
• When outside temperature is cooler than 65°F and/or altitude is above 3,500 feet, additional
cooking time may be required. To insure that meat is completely cooked use a meat
thermometer to test internal temperature.
• Lifting grill lid during cooking process may extend cooking time due to heat loss.
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ITEM NO. QUANTITY DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. QUANTITY DESCRIPTION
1 1 Kettle Lid 6 1 Kettle Lid Handle
2 1 Kettle Base 7 4 Kettle Base Legs
3 1 Ash Can 8 1 Cooking Grate
4 1 Leg Support Frame 9 1 Charcoal Grate
5 2 Air Dampers
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(A)
1/4-20x1/2”
Phillips Head Screw
qty-4
Aluminum Flat Washer
(E)
1/4”
qty-6
HARDWARE LIST
(B)
3/16-24x3/8”
Phillips Head Screw
qty-2
Heat Insulation Washer
(F)
qty-4
(C)
3/16”
Nylon Hex Lock Nut
qty-2
Round Heat Insulation
(G)
Washer
qty-2
(D)
1/4”
Serrated Flange Nut
qty-2
SAFE STORAGE AND MAINTENANCE
• Inspect hardware in assembled parts on a regular basis to insure grill is in safe working condition.
• ALWAYS allow grill to cool completely before handling.
• ALWAYS empty ash can after use only when ashes have completely cooled. This will help prolong
ash can life.
• Clean grill, including special surfaces such as cooking grates with mild cleaning agents. Wipe outside of
grill with damp rag. DO NOT use oven cleaner.
• ALWAYS cover and store cold grill in a protected area.
• Indoor storage of grill is permissible only if the charcoal has burned to a complete ash AND is cold.
Remember to remove cold ashes before storing.
• Grill is made of steel and may rust over time. If rusting occurs on outside surfaces, clean area with sand
paper or steel wool, then cover with heat resistant paint.
• If rusting occurs on the inside surface of grill, clean area with sandpaper or steel wool, then coat with
cooking oil.
• NEVER USE PAINT ON INSIDE SURFACES OF GRILL
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST
MODEL# 20040111 MODEL# 20042511 MODEL# 20041711
DESCRIPTION
PART NUMBER
990060178 990060178 990060178 Kettle Leg Kit
9904090009 9904090009 9904100014 Kettle Lid Kit
990060270 990060270 990060270 Kettle Base Kit
906060118 906060118 906060118 Ash Can
906060116 906060116 906060116 Leg Support Frame
9904090010 9904090010 9904090010 Lid Handle Kit
990060182 990060182 990060182 Air Damper Kit
9904100015 9904090011
906060112 906060112 906060112 Cooking Grate
906060113 906060113 906060113 Charcoal Grate
9804100005 9804100005 9804100005 Instruction Manual
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Logo Plate Kit
CHARCOAL LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
Read all instructions and warnings on charcoal bag and in manual before using.
1. Stack briquets in a pyramid.
2. Add lighter fluid following directions on fluid container. Before lighting, place lighter fluid at least 25 feet
away from grill. Do not lean over grill when lighting charcoal. Light charcoal. LEAVE GRILL UNCOVERED.
3. In about 15 minutes, flames will die out and briquets will begin to ash over. Once the briquets are
completely ashed over, spread briquets in a single layer and begin cooking.
• NEVER USE GASOLINE TO LIGHT CHARCOAL.
• OVERFILLING CHARCOAL GRATE CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY AND DAMAGE THE UNIT.
• NEVER ADD ADDITIONAL LIGHTER FLUID ONCE CHARCOAL HAS IGNITED.
• HOT COALS SHOULD NOT BE LEFT UNATTENDED.
998060014 998060014 998060014 Hardware Kit
DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER
STOP!
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For Assembly Assistance, Missing or Damaged Parts
Call: MASTERBUILT Customer Service at 1-800-489-1581
• GRILL IS HOT. USE PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND LONG, STURDY COOKING UTENSILS.
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GRILL OPERATION CAUTIONS
• Avoid bumping or impacting grill.
Before assembly read instructions
carefully.
Tools needed for assembly:
• Keep your hands, hair and face away from burning charcoal.
• This grill has an open flame. Be careful of loose hair and clothing during operation. They may
catch fire.
• Use protective gloves when handling this grill or working with fire. Use protective gloves or
long, sturdy fireplace tools when adding wood or charcoal.
• Do not allow anyone to conduct activities around this grill during or following its use until the
unit has cooled. This grill is HOT during operation and remains HOT for a period of time
following its use.
• Fatty foods like hamburgers can have excess grease that can cause flare ups. When cooking
fatty foods, use caution when opening lid and during cooking to avoid being burned.
• Be careful when removing food from grill. All surfaces are HOT and may cause burns. Use
protective gloves or long, sturdy cooking tools.
• Never use glass, plastic or ceramic cookware on this grill.
• The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the user’s ability to
properly assemble or safely operate this grill.
• Grill lid and base are HOT while in use and during cooling process.
Adjustable Wrench
Phillips Head Screwdriver
F
E
A
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Assemble grill on a clean, flat surface.
Do not tighten screws all the way. Legs
may need to be adjusted when leg
support frame is attached in STEP 2.
STEP 1.
Place heat insulation washers (F) on leg (7)
as shown. Secure with aluminum flat
washers (E) and phillips head screws (A).
Repeat step with remaining legs.
• Do not remove ash can while ashes and charcoal are HOT.
• Air dampers are HOT while the grill is in use and during cooling; wear protective gloves when
adjusting.
• Never overfill charcoal grate. This can cause serious injury as well as damage the unit.
• Only use charcoal lighting fluid, never use gasoline, alcohol or other highly volatile fluids to
ignite the charcoal. These fluids can explode causing injury or death.
REMINDER:
NEVER OPERATE THIS GRILL UNDER ANY OVERHEAD CONSTRUCTION. MAINTAIN A
MINIMUM DISTANCE OF 10 FEET FROM OVERHEAD CONSTRUCTION, WALLS OR RAILS.
SEE DIAGRAM BELOW.
Overhead
Construction
Rails
10 ft (3m)
STEP 2.
Note: Leg support frame may require tilting
to place in position.
Note: Legs may need to be spread apart to
place leg support frame in position.
Position corners of leg support frame (4)
inside legs above clips as shown. Press leg
support frame down firmly into clips to
secure.
Tighten all leg hardware.
4
LEG CLIP
Wall
7
10 ft (3m)
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STEP 3.
2
5
C
B
Note: Do not over tighten. Damper should
move freely.
Attach air damper (5) to kettle base (2) using
phillips head screw (B) and nylon hex lock
nut (C) as shown.
RAIL
3
RAIL
STEP 5.
Slide ash can (3) onto rails on bottom of
kettle base as shown.
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G
STEP 4a.
Place heat insulation washers (G) on lid
handle (6) as shown. Insert handle screws
into holes in kettle lid. Add aluminum flat
washers (E) and secure with serrated flange
nuts (D).
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STEP 6.
Place charcoal grate (9) and cooking grate
(8) in kettle base as shown.
STEP 4b.
Note: Do not over tighten. Damper should
move freely.
E
5
C
B
D
Attach lid air damper (5) to kettle lid using
phillips head screw (B) and hex lock nut (C).
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