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Welcome to the family. Let’s get started.
MEG 130S
ELECTRIC VERANDA GRILL
Your model number
Please record this information immediately and keep in a safe place for future use.
Manual applies to the following model number(s)
MB20151119 • MB20151219
These numbers are located on the rating label of the unit.
IMPORTANT
Master it. Masterbuilt.
Mfg. Date - Serial Number
Manual Code: 9815180001 190107-GSB
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WARNING
• This manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the
appliance.
• Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance.
• Keep this manual for future reference.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire, explosion or burn hazard
which could cause property damage, personal injury, or death.
DANGER
• Do not expose electric grill to rain. Do not use around water or operate on wet surfaces. This could
cause an electric shock leading to injury or death.
THIS PRODUCT IS INTENDED FOR
OUTDOOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the following:
• Never use inside enclosed areas such as patios, garages, buildings or tents.
• Never use inside recreational vehicles or on boats.
• Never operate grill under overhead construction such as roof coverings, carports, awnings, or
overhangs.
• Never use grill as a heater.
• Minimum distance from side and back of appliance to walls or railing is 10ft (3m).
• Keep a minimum 10ft (3m) clearance of all combustible materials such as wood, dry plants, grass,
brush, paper, vinyl, wood siding, or canvas.
• Keep appliance clear and free from combustible materials such as gasoline and other flammable vapors
and liquids.
• Use grill on a level, non-combustible, stable surface such as dirt, concrete, brick or rock.
• Grill MUST be on the ground. Do not place grill on tables or counters. Do NOT move grill across uneven
surfaces.
• Do not use grill on wooden or flammable surfaces.
• Do not leave grill unattended.
• Store appliance indoors when not in use, out of reach of children.
• Never use grill for anything other than its intended use. This grill is NOT for commercial use.
• Keep a fire extinguisher accessible at all times while operating grill.
• Before each use check all nuts, screws and bolts to make sure they are tight and secure.
• Use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair user’s ability to properly assemble or
safely operate grill.
• Keep children and pets away from grill at all times. Do NOT allow children to use grill. Close supervision
is necessary when children or pets are in area where grill is being used.
• Do NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around grill during or following its use until it has cooled.
• Avoid bumping or impacting grill.
•
Never move grill when in use. Allow grill to cool completely (below 115°F (45°C)) before moving or storing.
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WARNINGS AND IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
• The grill is HOT while in use and will remain HOT for a period of time afterwards and during cooling
process. Use CAUTION. Wear protective gloves/mitts.
• Do not touch HOT surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• Keep hands, hair and face away from the element. Be careful of loose hair and clothing during operation
as they could catch fire.
• Be sure grease cup is clean before each use.
• Never burn charcoal or wood in this grill.
• Never use glass, plastic or ceramic cookware in grill. Never place empty cookware in grill while in use.
• Accessory attachments not supplied by Masterbuilt Manufacturing, LLC are NOT recommended and
may cause injury.
• Be careful when removing food from grill. All surfaces are HOT and may cause burns. Use protective
gloves or long, sturdy cooking tools.
• Always use grill in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal fire codes.
• Fatty foods (hamburgers,etc.) can have excess grease and cause flare ups. When cooking fatty foods,
use a low setting with lid open.
• Clean internal base pan and grease cup before each use. This will cut down on build-up and flare ups.
• Do not plug in electric grill until fully assembled and ready for use.
• Be sure that handles are assembled and fastened properly.
• Be sure that pedestal and body stands are assembled and fastened properly.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, use only approved grounded GFI electrical outlet.
• Do not use during an electrical storm.
• Do not expose electric grill to rain or water at anytime.
• To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug or control panel in water or other liquid.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after appliance malfunctions or has been
damaged in any manner. Contact Masterbuilt Customer Service for assistance at 1-800-489-1581.
• Use only electric controller and element supplied with grill. These parts must be replaced by the
manufacturer of grill.
• If an extension cord is used: 1. The marked electrical rating of the extension cord should be at
least as great as the electrical rating of the appliance; and 2. The cord should be arranged so that
it will not drape over the counter top or tabletop where it can be pulled by children or tripped over
unintentionally.
• The extension cord must be a grounding-type 3-wire cord.
• Outdoor extension cords must be used with outdoor use products and are marked with suffix “W” and
with the statement “Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances.”
• Preheating grill is not necessary. If preheating is desired, open lid with caution.
• CAUTION - To reduce the risk of electric shock, keep extension cord connection dry and off the ground.
• Do not let cord hang or touch hot surfaces.
• Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven.
• Fuel such as charcoal briquettes or heat pellets are not to be used in electric grill.
• Always attach plug to appliance first, then plug cord into the wall outlet. To disconnect, turn any control
to OFF, then remove plug from wall outlet.
• Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning and servicing. Allow grill to cool completely
(below 115°F (45°C)) before putting on or taking off parts.
• Do not clean this product with a water sprayer or the like.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Structural Proximity and Safe Usage Recommendations
REMINDER: Maintain a minimum
distance of 10 feet from rear, sides
and top of grill to overhead
construction, walls, rails or other
combustible construction. This
clearance provides adequate space
for proper combustion, air circulation
and venting.
WARNING
Electric power cord is a trip hazard.
10 Feet
10 Feet
10 Feet 10 Feet
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Parts List
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10
15
12
1
7
14
11
3
2
6
13
4
16
5
17
NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION
1 1 Grill Lid
2 1 Grill Base
3 1 Pedestal Top
4 1 Pedestal Middle
5 1 Pedestal Bottom
6 1 Grease Cup
7 1 Cooking Grate
8 1 Controller with Cord
9 1 Lid Handle
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NO. QTY. DESCRIPTION
10 1 Temperature Gauge
11 1 Element
12 2 Spacer
13 1 Reflector Plate
14 1 Temperature Gauge Bezel
15 1 Swing Away Rack
16 1 Convertible Pedestal
17 2 Body Handle
18 2 Body Stand
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Hardware List
A
Hitch Pin
Qty.-2
E
M6x10 Phillips Flange Screw
Qty.-9
DO NOT RETURN TO RETAILER for assembly assistance, missing or damaged parts. Please
STOP
contact MASTERBUILT customer service at 1-800-489-1581 or support.masterbuilt.com. Please
have the model number and serial number available. These numbers are located on the silver
rating label on the smoker.
B
Flat Washer
Qty.-2
F
M6x15 Phillip Screw
Qty.-8
C
Hair Pin
Qty.-2
G
M8 Wing Nut
(Packed with temperature gauge)
Qty.-1
D
M5x10 Thumb Screw
Qty.-3
H
Cap Nut
(Assembled to warming rack)
Qty.-2
• BEFORE ASSEMBLY READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
• Assemble on a clean flat surface.
• Tools needed: Phillips head screwdriver
• Approximate assembly time: 20 minutes
• Actual product may differ from picture shown.
• It is possible that some assembly steps have been completed in the factory.
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Assembly
1
E
X6
If your model comes with a pedestal,
proceed with this step.
3
E
E
E
4
E
E
5
E
2
E
X3
2
E
E
16
E
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Assembly
3
F
X8
17
17
F
4
F
18
18
D
X1
D
For convertible use, remove thumbscrew
(D) to separate grill from pedestal.
The grill must be cool and the controller
must be OFF and unplugged from outlet
before separating grill from pedestal.
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Assembly
5
13
6
D
11
D
X2
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Assembly
7
G
X1
(Packed with
temperature gauge)
10
14
1
8
A
X2
B
X2
Grill Lid Bracket
A
G
C
B
Grill Base Bracket
Grill Lid Bracket
A
C
10
C
X2
B
Grill Base Bracket
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Assembly
9
H
X2
(Assembled to
warming rack)
15
H
H
15
10
7
8
6
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Operating Instructions
Step 1 - Connect controller to grill body.
Step 2 - Plug power cord into an outlet. Refer to “WARNINGS & IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS” section of this manual.
Step 3 - Turn control knob to desired setting.
Indicator light will turn off when set temperature is reached.
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 (63°C)
Pork 145°F (63°C)
Egg Dishes 160°F (71°C)
Steaks and Roasts of Beef, Veal or Lamb 145°F (63°C)
Ground Beef, Veal or Lamb 160°F (71°C)
Whole Poultry (Turkey, Chicken, Duck, etc.) 165°F (74°C)
Ground or Pieces Poultry (Chicken Breast, etc.) 165°F (74°C)
* United States Department of Agriculture
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Troubleshooting
SYMPTOM CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION
Power light won’t come on Not plugged into outlet Check outlet connection
House breaker tripped Make sure other appliances are not
operating on the same electrical
circuit. Check household breakers.
Controller not plugged into base pan Check controller connection
Controller malfunctioning Contact Masterbuilt at
1-800-489-1581
Grill takes excessive amount of time
to heat up, longer than 15-20 min, or
does not produce enough heat
Controller does not adjust heat Not plugged into outlet Check outlet connection
Grill reaches extremely high
temperatures
Frequent flare-ups Cooking fatty foods Use low temperature setting with
Power light is on, grill isn’t heating Controller malfunctioning Contact Masterbuilt at
Controller plugged into an extension
cord
Lid not in place Close lid to retain heat in grill
Controller malfunctioning Contact Masterbuilt at
Controller not plugged into base pan Check controller connection
Controller malfunctioning Contact Masterbuilt at
Controller/element malfunctioning Contact Masterbuilt at
Grease build-up Clean internal grease cup and grill
Faulty element Contact Masterbuilt at
Set grill so extension cord does not
have to be used
1-800-489-1581
1-800-489-1581
1-800-489-1581
lid open
base
1-800-489-1581
1-800-489-1581
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Masterbuilt 1-Year Limited Warranty
Masterbuilt warrants its products to be free from defects in material and workmanship under proper
assembly, normal use and recommended care for 1 year from the date of original retail purchase. The
Masterbuilt warranty does not cover paint finish as it may burn off during normal use. The Masterbuilt
warranty does not cover rust. Masterbuilt requires proof of purchase for warranty claim, such as a receipt.
Upon the expiration of such warranty, all such liability shall terminate.
Within the stated warranty period, Masterbuilt, at its discretion, shall replace defective components free of
charge, with the 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, or damage arising out of
transportation.
This express 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 any 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
express warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to
state.
Visit masterbuilt.com or complete form below and return to:
Attn: Warranty Registration
Masterbuilt Manufacturing, LLC
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: ____________________________________
*Model Number and Serial Number are located on silver label on the body stand.
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Rest assured, we’re here to help.
Customer Service
Masterbuilt Manufacturing, LLC
1 Masterbuilt Court | Columbus, GA | 31907
@masterbuilt
masterbuilt.com/contact
1.800.489.1581
masterbuilt.com
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