Weber 15401001, 16401001, 15503001 Use & Care

CHARCOAL GRILL OWNER’S GUIDE

Do not discard. This owner’s guide contains important product dangers, warnings, and cautions. For assembly instructions, refer to assembly guide.

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ASADOR DE CARBÓN GUÍA DEL PROPIETARIO

No descartar. Esta guía del propietario contiene peligros, advertencias y precauciones importantes del producto. Paraconocer las instrucciones de armado, consulte la guía dearmado.

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GRIL À CHARBON DE BOIS MODE D’EMPLOI

Ne pas jeter. Ce mode d’emploi contient des points importants relatifs au produit comme l’énoncé de dangers, des avertissements et des mises en garde. Pour consulter les instructions d’assemblage, reportez-vous au guide d’assemblage.

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SAFETY

Failure to follow the DANGERS, WARNINGS, and CAUTIONS contained in this Owner’s Guide may result in serious bodily injury or death, or may result in a fire or an explosion causing damage to property.

Please read all safety information contained in this Owner’s Guide before operating this grill.

DANGERS

 Do not use indoors! This grill is designed for

outdoor use in a well-ventilated area and is not intended for and should never be used as a heater. If used indoors, toxic fumes will accumulate and cause serious bodily injury or death.

 Do not use in a garage, building, breezeway, or

any other enclosed area.

 Do not use gasoline, alcohol, or other highly

volatile fluids to ignite charcoal. If using charcoal starter fluid (not recommended), remove any fluid that may have drained through the bowl vents before lighting thecharcoal.

 Do not add charcoal starter fluid or charcoal

impregnated with charcoal lighter fluid to hot or warm charcoal. Cap starter fluid after use, and place a safe distance away from the grill.

 Keep the cooking area clear of flammable

vapor and liquids, such as gasoline, alcohol, etc., and combustible material.

WARNINGS

 Do not use this grill unless all parts are in

place. This grill must be properly assembled according to the assembly instructions. Improper assembly may be dangerous.

 Never use grill without the ash catcher

installed.

 Do not use this grill under any overhead

combustible construction.

 The use of alcohol, prescription, or non-

prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate thegrill.

 Exercise caution when operating your grill.

It will be hot during cooking or cleaning, and should never be left unattended.

 This grill will become very hot, do not move it

during operation.

 Keep children and pets away.  This Weber

in or on recreational vehicles and/or boats.

 Do not use this grill within five feet of any

combustible material. Combustible materials include, but are not limited to, wood or treated wood decks, patios, and porches.

 Keep the grill on a secure, level surface at all

times, clear of combustible material.

 Do not place grill on glass or a combustible

surface.

 Do not use grill in high winds.  Do not wear clothing with loose flowing sleeves

while lighting or using the grill.

 Never touch the cooking or charcoal grate,

ashes, charcoal, or the grill to see if they arehot.

 Extinguish charcoal when finished cooking. To

extinguish, close bowl vent and lid damper and place lid on bowl.

grill is not intended to be installed

 Use heat-resistant barbecue mitts or gloves

while cooking, adjusting air vents (dampers), adding charcoal, and handling thermometer orlid.

 Use proper tools, with long, heat-resistant

handles.

 Always put charcoal on top of the charcoal

(lower) grate. Do not put charcoal directly in the bottom of the bowl.

 Do not lean on or overload the end of the table.  Do not use the Tuck-Away

handle to lift or move the grill.

 Do not hang the lid on the bowlhandle.  Never dump hot charcoal where it might

be stepped on or be a fire hazard. Never dump ashes or charcoal before they are fully extinguished.

 Do not store grill until ashes and charcoal are

fully extinguished.

 Do not remove ashes until all charcoal is

completely burned out and fully extinguished and grill is cool.

 Keep electrical wires and cords away from the

hot surfaces of the grill and away from high traffic areas.

 Combustion by-products produced when

using this product contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

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CAUTIONS

 Do not use water to control flare-ups or to

extinguish charcoal.

 Lining the bowl with aluminum foil will

obstruct the air flow. Instead, use a drip pan to catch drippings from meat when cooking using the indirect method.

 Grill brushes should be checked for loose

bristles and excessive wear on a regular basis. Replace brush if any loose bristles are found on cooking grate or brush. Weber recommends purchasing a new stainless steel bristle grill brush at the beginning of every spring.

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WARRANTY

Thank you for purchasing a WEBER® product. Weber-Stephen Products LLC, 200 East Daniels Road, Palatine, Illinois 60067-6266 (“Weber”) prides itself on delivering a safe, durable, and reliable product.

This is Weber’s Voluntary Warranty provided to you at no extra charge. It contains the information you will need to have your

product repaired in the unlikely event of a failure or defect.

WEBER

Pursuant to applicable laws, the customer has several rights in case the product is defective. Those rights include supplementary performance or replacement, abatement of the purchasing price and compensation. In the European Union, for example, this would be a two-year statutory warranty starting on the date of the handover of the product. These and other statutory rights remain unaffected by this warranty provision. In fact, this warranty grants additional rights to the Owner that are independent from statutory warranty provisions.

WEBER’S VOLUNTARY WARRANTY

Weber warrants, to the purchaser of the WEBER® product (or in the case of a gift or promotional situation, the person for whom it was purchased as a gift or promotional item), that the WEBER product is free from defects in material and workmanship for the period(s) of time specified below when assembled and operated in accordance with the accompanying Owner’s Guide. (Note: If you lose or misplace your WEBER® Owner’s Guide, a replacement is available online at www.weber.com, or such country-specific website to which Owner may be redirected.) Under normal, private single family home or apartment use and maintenance, Weber agrees within the framework of this warranty to repair or replace defective parts within the applicable time periods, limitations and exclusions listed below. TO THE EXTENT ALLOWABLE BY APPLICABLE LAW, THIS WARRANTY IS EXTENDED ONLY TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER AND IS NOT TRANSFERABLE TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS, EXCEPT IN THE CASE OF GIFTS AND PROMOTIONAL ITEMS AS NOTED ABOVE.

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES UNDER THIS WARRANTY

To ensure trouble-free warranty coverage, it is important (but it is not required) that you register your WEBER® product online at www.weber.com, or such country-specific website to which Owner may be redirected). Please also retain your original sales receipt and/or invoice. Registering your WEBER warranty coverage and provides a direct link between you and Weber in case we need to contact you.

The above warranty only applies if the Owner takes reasonable care of the WEBER usage instructions, and preventative maintenance as outlined in the accompanying Owner’s Guide, unless the Owner can prove that the defect or failure is independent of non-compliance with the above mentioned obligations. If you live in a coastal area, or have your product located near a pool, maintenance includes regular washing and rinsing of the exterior surfaces as outlined in the accompanying Owner’s Guide.

WARRANTY HANDLING / EXCLUSION OF WARRANTY

If you believe that you have a part which is covered by this Warranty, please contact Weber Customer Service using the contact information on our website (www.weber.com, or such countryspecific website to which Owner may be redirected). Weber will, upon investigation, repair or replace (at its option) a defective part that is covered by this Warranty. In the event that repair or replacement are not possible, Weber may choose (at its option) to replace the grill in question with a new grill of equal or greater value. Weber may ask you to return parts for inspection, shipping charges to be pre-paid.

This WARRANTY lapses if there are damages, deteriorations, discolorations, and/or rust for which Weber is not responsible caused by:

• Abuse, misuse, alteration, modification, misapplication, vandalism, neglect, improper assembly or installation, and failure to properly perform normal and routine maintenance;

• Insects (such as spiders) and rodents (such as squirrels), including but not limited to damage to burner tubes and/or gas hoses;

• Exposure to salt air and/or chlorine sources such as swimming pools and hot tubs/spas;

• Severe weather conditions such as hail, hurricanes, earthquakes, tsunamis or surges, tornadoes or severe storms.

The use and/or installation of parts on your WEBER® product that are not genuine Weber parts will void this Warranty, and any damages that result hereby are not covered by this Warranty. Any conversion of a gas grill not authorized by Weber and performed by a Weber authorized service technician will void this Warranty.

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PRODUCT WARRANTY PERIODS

Bowl, lid, and center ring: 10 years, no rust through/burn through

One-Touch™ cleaning system: 5 years, no rust through/burn through

Plastic components: 5 years, excluding fading or discoloration

All remaining parts: 2 years

DISCLAIMERS

APART FROM THE WARRANTY AND DISCLAIMERS AS DESCRIBED IN THIS WARRANTY STATEMENT, THERE ARE EXPLICITLY NO FURTHER WARRANTY OR VOLUNTARY DECLARATIONS OF LIABILITY GIVEN HERE WHICH GO BEYOND THE STATUTORY LIABILITY APPLYING TO WEBER. THE PRESENT WARRANTY STATEMENT ALSO DOES NOT LIMIT OR EXCLUDE SITUATIONS OR CLAIMS WHERE WEBER HAS MANDATORY LIABILITY AS PRESCRIBED BY STATUTE.

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IN NO EVENT UNDER THIS VOLUNTARY WARRANTY SHALL RECOVERY OF ANY KIND BE GREATER THAN THE AMOUNT OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE WEBER

YOU ASSUME THE RISK AND LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE, OR INJURY TO YOU AND YOUR PROPERTY AND/OR TO OTHERS AND THEIR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OF THE MISUSE OR ABUSE OF THE PRODUCT OR FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS PROVIDED BY WEBER IN THE ACCOMPANYING OWNER’S GUIDE.

PARTS AND ACCESSORIES REPLACED UNDER THIS WARRANTY ARE WARRANTED ONLY FOR THE BALANCE OF THE ABOVE MENTIONED ORIGINAL WARRANTY PERIOD(S).

THIS WARRANTY APPLIES TO PRIVATE SINGLE FAMILY HOME OR APARTMENT USE ONLY AND DOES NOT APPLY TO WEBER GRILLS USED IN COMMERCIAL, COMMUNAL OR MULTI-UNIT SETTINGS SUCH AS RESTAURANTS, HOTELS, RESORTS, OR RENTAL PROPERTIES.

WEBER MAY FROM TIME TO TIME CHANGE THE DESIGN OF ITS PRODUCTS. NOTHING CONTAINED IN THIS WARRANTY SHALL BE CONSTRUED AS OBLIGATING WEBER TO INCORPORATE SUCH DESIGN CHANGES INTO PREVIOUSLY MANUFACTURED PRODUCTS, NOR SHALL SUCH CHANGES BE CONSTRUED AS AN ADMISSION THAT PREVIOUS DESIGNS WERE DEFECTIVE.

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Table of Contents

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SAFETY .............................................................. 2

WARRANTY ........................................................ 3

COOKING SYSTEM ............................................. 4

CHARCOAL GRILL SPECIAL FEATURES ........... 5

BEFORE LIGHTING ............................................ 6

LIGHTING CHARCOAL ....................................... 7

GRILLING METHODS ......................................... 8

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR

GRILLING SUCCESS ........................................ 10

GRILLING GUIDE ............................................. 11

Replacement Parts

If you need replacement parts or have questions about the assembly, use, or maintenance of your grill, please call Weber Customer Service.

For purchases made in the U.S. and Canada

1-800-446-1071

For purchases made in Mexico

01800-00-Weber [93237] Ext. 105

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COOKING SYSTEM

Extensive thought was put into how your Weber® charcoal grill was designed. We design our grills to perform so that you never have to worry about flare-ups, hot and cold spots, or burnt food. Expect excellent performance, control, and results every time.

Bowl and Lid

Every Weber® charcoal grill is made with a

baked-on porcelain-enamel coated steel bowl and lid. This is important because it means it will never peel or flake. The reflective surface provides convection cooking, so that the heat radiates around the food much like an indoor oven providing you with even cooking results.

Dampers and Vents

A big factor in charcoal grilling is air. The

more air you allow into the grill, the hotter the fire will grow (to a point) and the more often you will need to replenish it. So to minimize replenishing, keep the lid closed as much as possible. The bowl vents on the bottom of the grill should be left open whenever you are grilling, but to slow the rate of your fires burn, close the lid damper as much as halfway.

Cooking Grate

Made of heavy-duty plated steel, the cooking

grate provides ample area to make all of your favorite meals.

Charcoal Grate

The charcoal grate has what it takes to

withstand the heat of any charcoal fire. Made of heavy-duty steel, this durable grate will not warp or burn through. Additionally, it gives you enough space for direct or indirect cooking, providing you with the flexibility to cook the way you want.

One-Touch™ Cleaning System

The One-Touch™ cleaning system makes

cleanup hassle free. As you move the handle back and forth, the three blades in the bowl move ash from the bottom of the grill into the ash catcher. These same vents act as a bowl damper, to help bring oxygen up to the fire or to allow you to easily extinguish the fire.

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CHARCOAL GRILL SPECIAL FEATURES

Depending on the model you purchased, your grill may or may not be equipped with the features described on this page.

Gourmet BBQ System

Your cooking grate may be equipped with a

special center area that is removable. This feature is designed to allow you to easily add special Weber Gourmet BBQ System cooking components such as a pizza stone, wok, griddle, sear grate, poultry roaster, ebelskiver, or Korean bbq insert (sold separately). Each option provides you with limitless opportunities to try new recipes.

Built-In Thermometer

A durable, built-in lid thermometer allows you

to easily monitor your grill’s temperature.

Lid Hook

Inside the grill lid is an angled lid hook.

Simply slide the lid to the side and hang the lid on the bowl.

Tuck-Away™ Lid Holder

The Tuck-Away™ lid holder allows you to easily

move your lid to the side to check your meal or to add charcoal.

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Hinged Cooking Grate

The hinged grate has an area on both sides

that lift up to allow you to easily add fuel.

High Capacity Ash Catcher

The fully enclosed high capacity ash catcher

keeps ashes from blowing around and easily detaches for quick and clean ash removal.

Tool Hook Handle

The handle has hooks built right in so you

have a convenient place to hang your tools.

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BEFORE LIGHTING

Choose a Proper Location to Grill

• Only use this grill outdoors in a well-ventilated

area. Do not use in a garage, building, breezeway, or any other enclosed area.

• Keep the grill on a secure, level surface at all

times.

• Do not use grill within five feet of any

combustible material. Combustible materials include, but are not limited to, wood or treated wood decks, patios, and porches.

Choose How Much Charcoal to Use

Choosing charcoal quantity depends on what you are grilling and the size of your grill. If you are grilling small, tender pieces of food that take less than 20 minutes, refer to the Charcoal Quantity for Direct Heat chart. If you are grilling larger cuts of meat that require 20 minutes or more of grilling time, or delicate foods, refer to the Charcoal Quantity for Indirect Heat chart. For more details about the difference between direct and indirect cooking, refer to the GRILLING METHODS section.

Charcoal typically lasts for about an hour before it is completely burnt through and ready to be replaced.

Preparing the Grill for Lighting

1. Remove the lid and position it on the side of

your grill using either the lid hook located on the inside of the lid, or the Tuck-Away™ lid holder (depending on your model of grill).

2. Remove the cooking (top) grate from your grill.

For convenience, hang the cooking grate on the bowl, rear panel or frame of your grill by its curved handle (a feature on some of our grills) (A). If your grill comes with the Gourmet BBQ System the detachable center area, and then the full cooking grate from the grill.

3. Remove the charcoal (bottom) grate and clear

ashes or chunks of old charcoal from the bottom of the bowl. Charcoal requires oxygen to burn, so be sure that nothing clogs the vents. Forgrills with a One-Touch system, move the handle back and forth to move ash from the bottom of the grill into the ash catcher (B).

4. If your grill has a standard ash catcher, release the leg clip to remove the ash catcher (C) then dispose of the ashes. If your grill has a high capacity ash catcher, squeeze the ash catcher handle to release it from the grill (D).

5. Open bowl vent by moving the handle all the way to the right (E) or by moving the handle to the open position (F) (depending on your model of grill).

6. Replace charcoal (bottom) grate.

Note: Instructions for using lighter fluid were purposely left out of this owner’s guide. Lighter fluid is messy and can transmit a chemical taste to your food, while lighter cubes (sold separately) do not. If you choose to use lighter fluid, follow the manufacturer’s instructions and NEVER add lighter fluid to a burning fire.

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Charcoal Quantity for Direct Heat

Hamburgers, steaks, chops, kabobs, boneless chicken pieces, fish fillets, shellfish, sliced vegetables

Grill Diameter

18" (47 cm) 40

22" (57 cm) 50

26" (67 cm) 80

37" (95 cm) 150

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Charcoal Briquettes Needed

Charcoal Quantity for Indirect Heat

Roasts, bone-in poultry pieces, whole fish, delicate fish fillets, whole chickens or turkeys, ribs

Charcoal Briquettes

Grill Diameter

18" (47 cm) 20 per side 7 per side

22" (57 cm) 25 per side 8 per side

26" (67 cm) 40 per side 9 per side

37" (95 cm) 75 per side 22 per side

Needed for First Hour

Charcoal Briquettes Added for Each Additional Hour

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LIGHTING CHARCOAL

Lighting the Charcoal Using a ChimneyStarter

The simplest, most thorough way to light any kind of charcoal is to use a chimney starter; particularly, the Weber® RapidFire® chimney starter (sold separately). Refer to the cautions and warnings included with the RapidFire chimney starter before lighting.

1. Put a few sheets of wadded up newspaper in

the bottom of the chimney starter and set the chimney starter on the charcoal grate (A); or put a few lighter cubes in the center of the charcoal grate and place the chimney starter over them (B).

2. Fill the chimney starter with charcoal (C).

3. Light the lighter cubes or newspaper

through the holes on the side of the chimney starter(D).

4. Keep the chimney starter in place until the

charcoal is fully lit. You can tell when the charcoal is fully lit when it is covered with a coating of white ash. This can take anywhere from 15 to 20 minutes.

Note: The lighter cubes used must be completely consumed and the coals ashed over before placing food on the grate.

5. Once the charcoal is fully lit, continue to the

following pages for instructions on how to arrange your charcoal and begin cooking according to your desired cooking method (Direct or Indirect method).

Lighting the Charcoal Using LighterCubes

1. Build a pyramid of charcoal in the center of

the charcoal (bottom) grate and insert a couple of lighter cubes (sold separately) within the pyramid (E).

2. Using a long match or lighter, light the lighter

cubes. The lighter cubes will then ignite the charcoal.

3. Wait for the charcoal to fully light. You can tell

when the charcoal is fully lit when it is covered with a coating of white ash. This can take anywhere from 15 to 30 minutes.

Note: The lighter cubes used must be completely consumed and the coals ashed over before placing food on the grate.

4. Once the charcoal is fully lit, continue to the

following pages for instructions on how to arrange your charcoal and begin cooking according to your desired cooking method (Direct or Indirect method).

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GRILLING METHODS

Grilling With Direct Heat

Use the direct method for small, tender pieces of food that take less than 20 minutes to cook, suchas:

• Hamburgers

• Steaks

• Chops

• Kabobs

• Boneless chicken pieces

• Fish fillets

• Shellfish

• Sliced vegetables

With direct heat, the fire is right below the food

(A). It sears the surfaces of the food, developing flavors, texture, and delicious caramelization while it also cooks the food all the way to the center.

A direct fire creates both radiant and conductive heat. Radiant heat from the charcoal quickly cooks the surface of the food closest to it. At the same time, the fire heats the cooking grate rods, which conducts heat directly to the surface of the food and creates those unmistakable and lovely grill marks.

Arranging the Charcoal for Direct Heat

1. Put on barbecue mitts or gloves.

Note: The grill, including the handle and damper/ vent handles, will become hot. Make sure that you are wearing barbecue mitts or gloves to avoid burning your hands.

2. After the charcoal is fully lit, spread them evenly across the charcoal grate with long tongs (B).

3. Replace the cooking grate.

4. Place the lid on the grill.

5. Open the lid damper (C).

6. Preheat the grate for approximately 10 to15

minutes.

7. Once the cooking grate is preheated, using a stainless steel bristle grill brush, clean the cooking grate (D).

Note: Use a stainless steel bristle grill brush. Replace brush if any loose bristles are found on cooking grate or brush.

8. Open the lid, and place your food on the grate.

9. Place the lid on the grill. Consult recipe for

recommended cooking times.

Note: When removing the grill lid during cooking, liftto the side, rather than straight up. Lifting straight up may create suction, drawing ashes up onto yourfood.

When finished cooking...

Close the lid damper and bowl vents to extinguish the charcoal.

Charcoal Quantity for Direct Heat

Hamburgers, steaks, chops, kabobs, boneless chicken pieces, fish fillets, shellfish, sliced vegetables

Grill Diameter

18" (47 cm) 40

22" (57 cm) 50

26" (67 cm) 80

37" (95 cm) 150

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GRILLING METHODS

Grilling With Indirect Heat

Use the indirect method for larger cuts of meat that require 20 minutes or more of grilling time, or for foods so delicate that direct exposure to the heat would dry them out or scorch them, such as:

• Roasts

• Bone-in poultry pieces

• Whole fish

• Delicate fish fillets

• Whole chickens

• Turkeys

• Ribs Indirect heat can also be used for finishing thicker

foods or bone-in cuts that have been seared or browned first over direct heat.

With indirect heat, the heat is on both sides of the grill, or off to one side of the grill. The food sits over the unlit part on the cooking grate (A).

The radiant and conductive heat are still factors, but they are not as intense while indirect cooking. However, if the lid of the grill is closed, as it should be, there is another kind of heat generated: convection heat. Heat rises, reflects off the lid and inside surfaces of the grill, and circulates to slowly cook the food evenly on all sides.

Convection heat doesn’t sear the surface of the food the way radiant and conductive heat do. It cooks it more gently all the way to the center, like the heat in an oven.

Arranging the Charcoal for Indirect Heat

1. Put on barbecue mitts or gloves.

Note: The grill, including the handles, lid damper and bowl vents, will become hot. Make sure that you are wearing barbecue mitts or gloves to avoid burning your hands.

2. After the charcoal is fully lit, with long tongs, arrange the charcoal so that they will be set on either side of the food (B). Position the charcoal on the sides of the bowls opposite the handles (C). A drip pan may be placed between the charcoal to collect drippings.

3. Replace the cooking grate.

4. Place the lid on the grill. If your grill has a

thermometer, always position the lid so that the thermometer is not above the charcoal where it will be exposed to direct heat (D).

5. Open the lid damper (E).

6. Preheat the grate for approximately 10 to 15

minutes.

7. Once the cooking grate is preheated, using a stainless steel bristle grill brush, clean the cooking grate (F).

Note: Use a stainless steel bristle grill brush. Replace brush if any loose bristles are found on cooking grate or brush.

8. Open the lid, and place your food on the grate.

9. Place the lid on the grill. Consult recipe for

recommended cooking times.

Note: When removing the grill lid during cooking, liftto the side, rather than straight up. Lifting straight up may create suction, drawing ashes up onto your food.

When finished cooking...

Close the lid damper and bowl vents to extinguish the charcoal.

Charcoal Quantity for Indirect Heat

Roasts, bone-in poultry pieces, whole fish, delicate fish fillets, whole chickens or turkeys, ribs

Charcoal Briquettes

Grill Diameter

18" (47 cm) 20 per side 7 per side

22" (57 cm) 25 per side 8 per side

26" (67 cm) 40 per side 9 per side

37" (95 cm) 75 per side 22 per side

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Needed for First Hour

Charcoal Briquettes Added for Each Additional Hour

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR GRILLING SUCCESS

Wear Gloves

Always wear a barbecue mitt or mitts when using your charcoal grill. Vents, dampers, handles, and the bowl will all get hot during the grilling process, so be sure to keep your hands and forearms protected.

Skip the Lighter Fluid

Avoid using lighter fluid, as it can impart a chemical taste to your food. Chimney starters (sold separately) and lighter cubes (sold separately) are much cleaner and much more effective ways of lighting charcoal.

Preheat the Grill

Preheating your grill with the lid closed for 10 to 15 minutes prepares the cooking grate. With all of the charcoal glowing red, the temperature under the lid should reach 500˚F. The heat loosens any bits and pieces of food hanging onto the grate, making it easy to brush them off with a stainless steel bristle grill brush. Preheating your grill gets the grate hot enough to sear properly and also helps prevent food from sticking to the grate.

Note: Use a stainless steel bristle grill brush. Replace brush if any loose bristles are found on cooking grate or brush.

Oil the Food, Not the Grate

Oil prevents food from sticking and also adds flavor and moisture. Lightly brushing or spraying the food with oil works better than brushing the grate.

Keep the Air Flowing

A charcoal fire needs air. The lid should be closed as much as possible, but keep the lid damper and bowl vent open. Remove the ashes on the bottom of the grill regularly to prevent them from blocking the vents.

Put a Lid on It

For four important reasons, the lid should be closed as much as possible.

1. Keeps the grate hot enough to sear the food.

2. Speeds up the cooking time and prevents the food from drying out.

3. Traps the smokiness that develops when fat and juices vaporize in the grill.

4. Prevents flare-ups by limiting oxygen.

Watch the Time and Temperature

If you are grilling in a colder climate or in a higher altitude, the cooking times will be longer. If the wind is blowing hard, it will raise a charcoal grill’s temperature, so always keep close to your grill and remember to keep the lid on as much as possible so that the heat does not escape.

Frozen or Fresh

Whether you are grilling frozen or fresh food, follow the safety guidelines on the package and always cook it to the recommended internal temperature. Frozen food will take longer to grill and may need more fuel to be added depending on the type of food.

Keeping it Clean

Follow a few basic maintenance instructions to keep your grill looking and grilling better for years to come!

• For proper air flow and better grilling, remove accumulated ashes and old charcoal from the bottom of the kettle and the ash catcher before use. Make sure that all of the charcoal is fully extinguished and the grill is cool before doingso.

• You may notice “paint-like” flakes on the inside of the lid. During use, grease and smoke vapors slowly oxidize into carbon and deposit on the inside of your lid. Brush the carbonized grease from the inside of the lid with a stainless steel bristle grill brush. To minimize further build-up, the inside of the lid can be wiped with a paper towel after cooking while the grill is still warm (not hot).

• If your grill is subject to a particularly harsh environment, you will want to clean the outside more often. Acid rain, chemicals, and salt water can cause surface rusting to appear. Weber recommends wiping down the outside of your grill with warm soapy water. Follow up with a rinse and thorough drying.

• Do not use sharp objects or abrasive cleaners to clean the surfaces of your grill.

Tame the Flame

Flare-ups happen, which is good because they sear the surface of what you are grilling; however, too many flare-ups can burn your food. Keep the lid on as much as possible. This limits the amount of oxygen inside the grill, which will help extinguish any flare-ups. If the flames are getting out of control, move the food over indirect heat temporarily, until they die down.

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