Owner Manual

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PRE-COOKING CHECK LIST AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Insure that the cooker is properly assembled and connected to propane cylinder.
2. Position the cooker on level ground in a well ventilated location, at least 10-ft from combustible materials, tree branches,
buildings and overhangs. Propane cylinder should be positioned upwind from cooker so the heat of cooker does not reach
cylinder.
3. Inspect the gas supply hose for burns, chaffing, kinks and proper routing before each use. Hose should be positioned at
least 3 inches away from hot surfaces.
4. Leak check all gas connections on regulator hose assembly, LP cylinder valve and weld seams.
5. Determine proper amount of oil for cooking, page 16.
6. When frying, test your cooking thermometer to insure that it is working properly, page 15. Remain attended to the cooker
and when frying check the thermometer every 3 minutes.
7. Follow Lighting and Re-lighting instructions on pages 13 - 14.
8. Use extreme care when lowering food and utensils into and removing from hot oil or liquid.
9. When cooking is completed, turn off gas to the cooker. Follow Disconnecting Instructions in this manual.
10. Follow General Maintenance and Storage Instructions on page 21.
WARNING
DO NOT operate this cooker until you have read and understand ALL of the warnings and instructions in this
manual. Property damage, bodily harm, severe burns and death could result from failure to follow these safety
steps. These steps should be performed after the cooker has been assembled, stored, moved, cleaned, or repaired.
WARNING
Read, understand and follow all warnings and instructions contained in this manual. DO NOT skip any of the
warnings and instructions contained in the preceding sections of this manual.
• Do not use a cooking vessel larger than 10-quart for frying on this cooker.
Do not use a cooking vessel larger than 15-inches diameter on this cooker.
Do not use a cooking vessel smaller than 12-inches diameter on this cooker.
• Never exceed 3 quarts of oil/grease in a 10-qt cooking vessel, 1.5" deep.
THERMOMETER TEST INSTRUCTIONS
2-STEP METHOD for Thermometer Testing
1. TEMPERATURE ACCURACY:
While wearing protective gloves, hold the thermometer by the dial and insert stem into boiling water. The needle should
quickly move around the dial and register approximately 212˚F (100˚C) (plus or minus 5˚F). This indicates whether or
not temperature reading is accurate. NOTE: Due to water evaporation, the maximum reading possible on a thermometer
in hot water is 212˚F (100˚C).
2. TEMPERATURE RANGE:
Hold thermometer by the dial and place end of the stem above a lit match or lighter. The needle should quickly move
around the dial and register a temperature reading far above 350˚F. If the needle stops at a low temperature reading
such as 225˚F; then the thermometer is damaged and cannot be used.
DO NOT attempt frying if your thermometer is not working!
WARNING
Always use a thermometer when frying any food products. A thermometer is a sensitive measuring device
which may not work properly if dropped, bent, or twisted. Always check to be sure your thermometer is
working properly before frying. DO NOT use a boiling thermometer or meat thermometer for frying.