Patented
C-Series Kamado Grill
Welcome
Welcome to Kamado cooking! Our Vision Grills
Kamado is based on 3,000+ years of clay pot
cooking from around the world. Over generations
our ancestors have continued to refine kamado
techniques for grilling, smoking, baking and cooking
all types of meats, poultry, fish and vegetables.
Kamado cooking locks in moisture and provides a variety of
ways to infuse different tastes into your foods that turns weekend
grillers into neighborhood chefs.
Our Vision Grills Kamado builds on this heritage with fresh
aesthetics, safety and convenience features, easy-lift lid
with spring assist and high quality materials to define a new
industry standard for design and innovation. The thick ceramic
construction of our grill provides superior thermal insulation
allowing you to grill, cook, bake or smoke regardless of the
season, from the hot summer days in our home town of St. Louis
to the cold snowy days in Ottawa Canada.
In this manual we provide the basics to get you cooking and invite you to our website, www.visiongrills.com,
where we share recipes, detailed Use & Care information and contact information if you need more help. From
our entire team here at Vision Grills, thanks for your purchase and welcome to becoming the destination eatery
in your neighborhood!
Cooking with your Kamado
Your new Vision Grills Kamado is the complete outdoor
cooking 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. Before re-starting
the grill, knock off excess ashes to any remaining
charcoal. Routinely empty ashes, but only empty ashes
when grill is cold.
Starting your Vision Kamado Grills is simple and fast:
Open grill lid, open top and bottom vents wide open, fill
the inner fire bowl with enough charcoal to just cover
the air holes, then light the charcoal using either an
electric starter or approved grill starters. After several
coals are burning, spread evenly, close lid, adjust
top and bottom vents, and wait for the Kamado to
reach your desired cooking temperature. As needed,
add more charcoal by using the flip grate feature,
being careful not to burn yourself with the hot food or
cooking grate.
SET-UP
Step 1: Cart Assembly
• Remove bolts, washers and locking washers from
the two “X” connectors.
• Remove paper washers and begin assembling the
“X” connectors and legs.
• Please Note: Top & Bottom “X” connectors must be
assembled simultaneously.
• Assemble cart by inserting the two “X” connectors
into leg ends and install bolts and washers in the
same order they were removed from “X” connectors.
• While assembling, only finger-tighten bolts to allow
for adjustment in cart. Otherwise it can be difficult to get all the bolts inserted.
• Screw in Standard Rubber Wheels to rear Cart Legs and the Locking Rubber
Wheels to the front Cart Legs.
• Tighten nuts using wrench provided.
• After cart is assembled, confirm all bolts
are tightened.
Step 2: Shelf Brackets
• Remove nuts and washers from bolts
welded on the bottom banding and
remove paper washers.
• Mount shelf brackets over studs with
bracket slots facing up. Brackets are stamped on the back with letters indicating
their position (e.g., LF=Left Front and RB=Right Back).
• Mount flat washer then acorn nut on each stud and tighten with wrench provided.
STEP 2
Step 3: Grill Assembly
• Take all parts out of grill before lifting. The grill is
heavy and will require two people to lift and guide the
Kamado into cart.
• Be sure the Ash Drawer is centered between the two
front legs and the grill is resting against the two back
legs.
• Lower fire bowl into grill with the ash drawer opening
lined up with the opening in the main ceramic body.
STEP 3b
Place cast iron charcoal
grate with attached starter
pocket into fire bowl (Step
3a). Align tabs of starter
pocket with electric starter
port in fire bowl.
• Place cooking grates onto
grill with hinged section facing towards front of grill.
• Close lid and press top vent onto grill with
calibrations facing the front (Step 3b).
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STEP 3a
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Step 4: Handle and Side Shelf Mounting
• Remove nuts and washers from bolts welded on the top
STEP 4
banding opposite the hinge.
• Remove paper washers and attach handle bracket over
studs. On each stud place a flat washer and an acorn
nut, then tighten.
• Mount side shelves by inserting the shelf rod into the
shelf bracket. Tilting the shelf
up slightly and sliding in or out
allows you to deploy or store
the shelves.
Step 5: Lava Stone & Bracket
Assembly
• Open grill and take off grill grates to expose fire bowl.
• Spread bracket so it makes an “X” shape and lower onto
fire bowl, allowing the bracket to rest on edge of bowl.
• Lower Lava Stone onto the bracket.
Step 6: Using the Electric Starter
(Sold Separately)
• Place required amount of charcoal inside fire bowl and
open all bottom and top vents to maximize air flow.
• Flip open electric starter door and insert electric starter
as far in as possible. Plug in electric starter.
• Wait until edges of charcoal turn white and flames are
licking the mound of charcoal. On average it takes 8-12
minutes to start charcoal.
• Unplug starter and remove from Starter Door. Be
careful when removing electric starter, the element will
be very hot. After use, let element rest on support and
cool completely away from children.
NOTE: Do not plug the electric starter in while it is raining
unless you’re in a safe and securely covered area.
Step 7: Ash Drawer Usage
• Once grill is cool, it is safe to remove ash from ash
drawer.
• Using bottom knob on Ash Drawer, lift slightly (Step
7a) and pull drawer out (Step 7b).
• Once ash is emptied, reinstall by pushing Ash
Drawer back into grill body until it drops down
back into place.
WARNING: ALWAYS WAIT FOR ASH TO COOL BEFORE
REMOVING ASH DRAWER. NEVER PULL
OUT ASH DRAWER WHILE GRILL IS HOT.
STEP 7b
STEP 4
STEP 7a
Long-Term Maintenance
1. The Wood Side Shelves should be covered when not in use and may require refinishing from time to time.
2. Routinely check the Spring Assist Band to make sure the 25/8” bolts are tight and secure.
3. When moving your grill please remember to make sure locking casters are in the unlocked position and always pull your grill. Never Push it. Pull from the Back
Hinge. Not the Handle. Your grill is more likely to tip if you push it and it hits a bump or indention on the ground.
4. Do not remove your Fire Bowl. Clean ash by brushing excess ash into ash drawer and removing. The purpose of the Fire Bowl is to hold your lump charcoal and will
continue to work even if it is cracked.
WARNING
ATTENTION! Use caution when cooking, as grill surfaces get hot. To avoid burns, always use protective gloves
to adjust top and bottom vents when grill is in use. Do not wear loose clothing near the grill.
ATTENTION! This barbecue will become very hot, do not move it during operation. For outdoor cooking
use only. Do not operate grill indoors or in an enclosed space. Use grill only in well-ventilated areas. Keep
immediate area around the grill free from combustible materials. Allow for at least 3 feet/1 meter of
clearance around grill (house, other outdoor products, hanging tree limbs, shrubs, etc.)
WARNING! Keep children and pets away from the grill at all times.
Do not allow children to operate grill. Never leave grill unattended when in use.
Grill should be placed securely on a level base prior to use. Only operate grill on a hard, stable, level surface
(concrete patio, ground, etc.) capable of supporting the weight of the grill when loaded with food. Never
operate grill on wood support surface, wood deck or like combustible support surfaces. Never attempt
to move grill when in operation or cooling down. Never operate this grill within 25 feet/7.5 meters of any
flammable liquid. Never operate this grill within 10 feet/3 meters of a gas cylinder. The grill should not be
placed under combustible structures, like garages, porches, patios, or carports. Burning charcoal produces
carbon monoxide, an odorless gas, which can cause death.
The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair the operator’s ability to properly
assemble or safely operate the grill.
Do not use on boats or recreational vehicles.
CAUTION: Never use lighter fluid, gasoline, or other volatiles to start your charcoal, as it is dangerous and
will leave a residual taste in your food. NEVER use Charcoal Briquettes that contain starting chemicals or
additives. Use only firelighters complying to EN 1860-3. Use utmost care when adding charcoal to grill.
Dispose of cooled ash by placing it in aluminum foil, soaking with water and discarding in a non-combustible
container. Always wait for grill to completely cool before opening built-in ash drawer.
CAUTION: WAIT FOR GRILL TO BE COMPLETELY COOLED BEFORE PLACING COVER ON GRILL. NEVER PLACE
COVER ON GRILL THAT IS HOT OR WARM.
When cooking above 500ºF/260ºC, with both top and bottom vents closed, rapidly opening the lid creates a
sudden rush of oxygen into the grill, which can cause a flare-up. When in this cooking mode, we recommend
that, prior to opening the lid, you open top and bottom vents to allow oxygen to stabilize inside the grill,
minimizing the possibility of a flare-up.
If using for outdoor kitchen, table, or enclosure a lava stone or paving stone must be placed between bottom
of grill and resting surface. Do NOT rest ceramic grill body on wooden surface.
WARNING:
APPLIANCES, AND THE PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION OF SUCH
FUELS, CAN EXPOSE YOU TO CHEMICALS INCLUDING BENZENE,
WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE
CANCER AND CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE
HARM.
ADVERTENCIA:
PARA LICUAR GAS PROPANO, ASÍ COMO LOS PRODUCTOS DE SU
COMBUSTIÓN, PUEDEN EXPONERTE A SUSTANCIAS QUÍMICAS,
ENTRE ELLAS EL BENCENO, QUE EL ESTADO DE CALIFORNIA
RECONOCE COMO CAUSA DE CÁNCER Y DE MALFORMACIONES
CONGÉNITAS Y OTROS DAÑOS AL SISTEMA REPRODUCTOR.
Para más información, visite www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
WARNING:
APPLIANCES, AND THE PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION OF SUCH FUELS,
CAN EXPOSE YOU TO CHEMICALS INCLUDING CARBON BLACK, WHICH
IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, AND
CARBON MONOXIDE, WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE
HARM.
ADVERTENCIA:
QUEMAR MADERA O CARBÓN, ASÍ COMO LOS PRODUCTOS DE
TAL COMBUSTIÓN, PUEDEN EXPONERTE A SUSTANCIAS
QUÍMICAS, ENTRE ELLAS EL NEGRO DE HUMO Y EL MONÓXIDO
DE CARBONO, QUE EL ESTADO DE CALIFORNIA RECONOCE COMO
CAUSA, RESPECTIVAMENTE, DE CÁNCER Y DE MALFORMACIONES
CONGÉNITAS Y OTROS DAÑOS AL SISTEMA REPRODUCTOR.
Para más información, visite www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
FUELS USED IN LIQUEFIED PROPANE GAS
For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
LOS COMBUSTIBLES USADOS EN EQUIPOS
FUELS USED IN WOOD OR CHARCOAL BURNING
For more information go to: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
LOS COMBUSTIBLES USADOS EN EQUIPOS PARA
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PARTS
Subject to the following terms and conditions, Phase 2, LLC, d/b/a Vision Grills (“Vision
Grills”), warrants to the original purchaser that the ceramic cooker manufactured or supplied
by Vision Grills will be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use
for the following periods from the original date of purchase: limited lifetime for all ceramic
parts, five (5) years for all metal parts, one (1) year for temperature gauge, gaskets and
cover, 90 days for lava stone & bracket. This Limited Lifetime Warranty is contingent upon
purchaser registering the product at www.visiongrills.com/register within 30 days from the
date of purchase along with a copy of the original dated sales receipt, which can be attached
in an electronic format (i.e. scan, photograph, etc.) to an email sent to help@visiongrills.com.
Failure to do so will invalidate the warranty. Any chips or cracks in the finish of the ceramic
cooker present at the time of purchase must be noted on the original dated sales receipt.
This Warranty is not transferable to subsequent owners. If you cannot register online,
contact Vision Grills customer service at (877) 917-4273 or email help@visiongrills.com.
If any product covered by this Warranty is defective due to a covered warranty condition, such
product will, at the option of Vision Grills, be repaired to its original condition or replaced with
a comparable new product or part. The repair and/or replacement of parts shall constitute
the extent of the liability and obligations of Vision Grills under this Warranty. Purchaser is
required to provide photographic evidence to assess the damage when submitting claims.
Scratches, cracks, chips, dents, crazing, or minor cosmetic blemishes of the exterior glaze
not affecting performance are not covered under warranty, as determined by Vision Grills.
This Warranty does not cover damages caused by improper assembly, improper care, failure
to follow directions of use, misuse, abuse, negligence, extreme environmental conditions,
normal wear and tear, accidents, acts of nature, or unauthorized repair, alteration or
modification, as determined by Vision Grills. This Warranty does not apply to chips or
cracks in the ceramic cooker which may occur after the ceramic cooker is purchased by
the original purchaser. Vision Grills is not liable for any default or delay in its performance
under this Warranty that is caused by any circumstances beyond its control. This Warranty
will be invalidated if any liquids, including starter lighter fluid, are poured on or in the ceramic
cooker. The protective coating of the ceramic cooker can be compromised by substances
or conditions that are beyond the control of Vision Grills. While Vision Grills uses rust-
resistant materials, the Warranty as to metal parts does not cover rust or oxidation unless
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PART NAME PART NUMBER
1 Cast Iron Top Vent
1.1 Smoker Knob
1.2 Bakelite Tab
2 Ceramic Dome Lid
2.1 Thermometer
3 Top Ring Assembly
4 Handle (with nuts & washers)
5 Top Cooking Grate
6 Bottom Cooking Grate
7 Charcoal Grate
8 Fire Bowl
9 Bottom Ring Assembly
9.1 Right Front Side Shelf Bracket
(with nuts & washers)
9.2 Right Back Side Shelf Bracket
(with nuts & washers)
9.3 Left Front Side Shelf Bracket
(with nuts & washers)
9.4 Left Back Side Shelf Bracket
(with nuts & washers)
10 Shock Absorber Assembly
11 Felt Gasket
12 Wood Shelves (x2)
13 Ceramic Dome Bottom
14 Ash Drawer Body
14.1 Bottom Draft Door Frame
15 Cart Leg (x4)
16 “X” Leg Connectors (with bolts,
VGC TV-CA-SP
VGKP-C SK
VGC TV-CAS-T
VGC CDL-2
VGC IT
VGC RA1-L
VGC HDL-L
VGC CGT-L
VGC CGB-L
VGC CG-L
VGC FB-1
VGC RA2
VGC SB-RF
VGC SB-RB
VGC SB-LF-L
VGC SB-LB-L
VGC AC-L
VGC FLT-L
VGC WS-RR
VGKPC-TV-F-SS2
VGC ADB-PC
VGC ADB-PCFD-L
VGC CLEG-PC
VGC XLC-L
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washers & spring washers)
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17 Rubber Wheels (x2) Standard
18 Rubber Wheels (x2) Locking
19 Grill Cover
20 Lava Stone
21 SS Stone Bracket
VGC WHLS-L
VGC WHL-L-L
VGC GC-L
VGK-101R
VGK-BRACKET
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WARRANTY
the structural integrity of the ceramic cooker is compromised as determined by Vision Grills.
This Warranty does not cover purchases from unauthorized resellers and/or third parties.
Warranty coverage is limited to products purchased at an authorized reseller only.
Commercial use and related applications are not covered under this Warranty. Warranty
coverage is based on normal residential use and maintenance.
Vision Grills shall not be liable for any delay or default under this Warranty caused
by any event or contingency beyond the control of Vision Grills. This includes acts of
nature, fire, government restrictions or restraints, strikes, reduced supply of materials
or transportation delays.
THIS WARRANTY IS THE EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY OF VISION GRILLS. VISION GRILLS
EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED,
INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF FITNESS, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER, AND VISION GRILLS IS NOT
LIABLE FOR, ANY DAMAGES RELATING TO LOSS OF TIME, LOSS OF USE OF EQUIPMENT,
INCONVENIENCE, OR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL AND/OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.
PURCHASER’S EXCLUSIVE REMEDY FOR BREACH OF THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE LIMITED
AS SPECIFIED HEREIN TO REPLACEMENT OR REPAIR OF THE AFFECTED PRODUCT.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts or the
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations
and exclusions may not apply to you. This Warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state. Vision Grills does not authorize
any person or entity to assume any obligation or liability on its behalf in connection with
the sale and purchase of any of its products. The purchase of any Vision Grills product
from anyone other than Vision Grills or an authorized dealer will void the Warranty
associated with the product. If you have a question regarding the identity of an authorized
dealer, you should contact Vision Grills before you purchase the product.
To submit a warranty claim, the original purchaser or authorized agent of the original
purchaser must contact Vision at (877) 917-4273 or contact Vision Grills via email
(help@visiongrills.com) or through the website at www.visiongrills.com.
Step 3: Setting Temperature
When charcoal is ready level it out for even heat distribution. Close the lid. Set the
top and bottom vents to the desired setting by referring to the Setting Temperature
section in this manual that tells what number calibrations to use to attain the
cooking temperature you want. Give your kamado 5-15 minutes to settle into the
cooking temperature you want before you put food on the grill.
NOTE: If smoking, do not bring your temperature up above 200ºF/93ºC.
A)Spread hot charcoal evenly over grate.
B)Set top and bottom vents for cooking.
C)Let temperature stabilize.
Step 4: Get Cooking
Use a wire grill brush to clean the cooking grate. That’s it - you are ready for the
cooking experience of your life. Go to our website for recipes.
STARTING
SMOKING
GRILLING (350 - 450°F)
Step 1: Measuring Charcoal
Set bottom vent wide open and open lid.
Measure out the amount of charcoal needed.
For grilling foods fill the fire bowl with enough
charcoal to just cover the air holes. Do not
exceed 3.5 qt. (1.67 kg) of charcoal. For
smoking foods at low temperatures for longer periods of time
(1.5 hours+) you may need to add a little more charcoal, up to
approximately 2” (50 mm) above the same air holes. Use lump
charcoal for best results.
Step 2: Starting Charcoal
Keep lid open. Open the electric starter
flipper door and insert starter as far as
possible then plug in. Wait until edges
of charcoal turn white and flames are
licking the mound of charcoal. It takes
approximately 8 - 12 minutes to start the
charcoal. After coals are started, unplug
electric starter and let element rest on
support and cool completely away from
children
Electric Starter
(Sold Separately)
A B C
PREVENT FLARE-UPS:
TO EXTEND THE LIFE OF THE FELT, MAKE SURE
TO AVOID FLARE-UPS BY “BURPING YOUR GRILL”.
If the lid is lifted too quickly, oxygen will rush inside the
grill causing a flare-up. To prevent a flare up, lift the lid
1”/25mm and count to three before fully opening the grill.
This method is called “Burping your Grill.”
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SETTING TEMPERATURE
VISION Grills Kamado cooking temperatures are
controlled by adjusting the calibrated top and
bottom vents.
Experiences may vary depending on your environment,
temperature, wind flow, etc. We suggest grilling initially with
the Kamado for 5-6 times to get past the learning curve of
your grill, in your environment. The top vent plays a big role
in regulating temperatures and putting out fuel. Your grill is
properly seasoned when it has a buildup of creosote on the
ceramic and top vent.
*Caution – Decide if you’re cooking low and slow, then do not
let the grill get too hot. Keep the temperature low, it takes
hours to cool down.
Increasing air flow through top and bottom air vents increases
cooking temperature, just as decreasing 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.
*Caution - Continuous grilling at extreme high temperatures
will cause the felt to burn.
COOKING TEMPERATURE
Approximate
Cooking Time Smoker Temp (°F) Meat Temp. (°F)
BEEF
Brisket (8 - 12 lbs) 1.5 hours/lb 225 - 250 185 - 205
Short Ribs 5 hours 225 - 250 Pulls back from bones
Tenderloin (3 - 4 lbs) 1-4 hours 225 - 250 120 - 160
PORK
Baby Back Ribs
Shoulder / Butt (6 - 8 lbs) 1.5 hours/lb 225 - 250 170 - 205
Ham (Bone In) 1.5 hours/lb 225 - 250 160
Spare Ribs (2.5 - 3 lbs) 5 - 7 hours 225 - 250 Pulls back from bones
Tenderloin (1.5 - 2 lbs) 2.5 - 3 hours 225 - 250 160
POULTRY
Turkey
(Whole)
Chicken
(1.5 - 2.5 lbs)
15 - 20 min./lb 240 - 275 170
(Whole: 2.5 - 4.5 lbs) 2.
5 hours 225 - 250 Pulls back from bones
5 - 4 hours 250 - 275 170
SEARING
GRILLING
SMOKING
All cooking times are approximate.
TOP VENT BOTTOM VENT
500º + F
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300º – 450ºF
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225º – 250ºF
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Beef Temp (°F) Pork Temp (°F)
Rare 125 + 3 min. Rest ---------
Medium-Rare 130 - 135 145 + 3 min. Rest
Medium 135 - 140 150
Medium-Well 140 - 150 155
Well-Done 155+ 160+
Ground 160
Poultry Temp (°F)
Dark Meat 165 - 175
White Meat 165
Ground 170 - 175
107º – 121ºC
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