Use and Care Instructions 30 Quart Outdoor Cooker Durable • Large Capacity • Powerful 30 quart cooking pot with hanger, cover, turkey stand, thermometer and battery operated timer included For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the instruction book carefully before using.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Read and understand all instructions before assembling and using this appliance. Follow all warnings while using this appliance.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WARNING • NEVER operate this appliance unattended. • DO NOT USE ON SURFACES such as wood, asphalt or plastic. These surfaces are combustible and may melt or catch fire. • NEVER operate this appliance within 10 feet (3.0 meters) of any structure, combustible material or other gas container. • NEVER operate this appliance within 25 feet (7.5 meters) of any flammable liquids. • NEVER overfill cooking container above maximum fill line.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS (CONTINUED) • Keep fuel supply hose away from hot gas appliance when in operation. • NEVER place an empty cooking vessel on the appliance while in operation. • NEVER use a cooking vessel that does not safely fit within the burner ring and support brackets. Using too large a vessel may result in tipping and can cause severe burns, serious injury or death. • Unthawed and soggy foods may cause cooking liquids to splatter, overflow or cause a fire.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: LP TANK carport, covered porch or any other structure. NEVER leave an LP tank in a car that can become overheated by the sun. 4. The cylinder must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children. NEVER store the cylinder in enclosed spaces such as a garage, carport, covered porch or any other structure. 5. Turn gas OFF at supply cylinder when not in use. LP Tank: The LP tank must meet the following requirements in order to be used with your appliance: • Measurements must be 12” (30.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: LP TANK (CONTINUED) 5. Hold regulator, insert nipple into LP tank valve. Hand tighten the coupling nut while holding the regulator in a straight line with LP tank valve so as not to cross thread the connection. 6. Turn the coupling nut clockwise to tighten a full solid stop. The regulator will seal on the back-check. Hint: An additional one-half to three-quarters turn is required to complete. Note: If you cannot complete the connection, repeat steps 5 and 6.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS: LP TANK (CONTINUED) Regulator Hose Assembly Check: WARNING )LMVYL LHJO \ZL JOLJR [V ZLL PM [OLYL PZ L]PKLUJL VM HIYHZPVU ^LHY J\[Z VY SLHRZ VU [OL OVZL 0M KHTHNL PZ L]PKLU[ [OL OVZL T\Z[ be replaced prior to appliance use. Disconnection Regulator from the LP Tank: 6. Turn control knob to the OFF position. 7. Turn LP tank OFF by turning hand wheel clockwise to a full stop. 8. Turn the coupling nut counterclockwise to loosen the connector. Note: Loosen by hand only.
OVERVIEW OF THE COMPONENTS: BASE/POT/ACCESSORIES BASE 1. 2. 3. 4. Base Burner Assembly Leg Stabilizer Ring Support Legs (3) 5. 6. 7. 8. Support Brackets (2) Regulator, Timer & Hose Regulator Control Valve Safety Timer 6 5 1 7 8 2 4 3 POT & ACCESSORIES 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 30 quart Aluminum Pot Lid Safety Hanger Poultry Stand 12” Thermometer 2 4 5 1 3 6 IF MISSING PARTS, PLEASE CALL 1-888-815-4252 1-888-815AND SELECT OPTION1 FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE. DO O NOT RETURN TO STORE.
ASSEMBLY Assembly: 1. Remove nut from bottom of burner assembly. Invert base on stable flat surface. Install burner assembly as shown. 2. Attach support legs to leg stabilizer ring as shown. 3. Tighten securely. Hint: Legs attach inside the support ring with nut inside. 4. Turn unit right side up. 5. Attach support legs to lower portion of base (two bolts and nuts are required per leg). Hint: Hand tighten each bolt before securely tightening all six. This will aid in hole alignment for inserting bolts.
GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR PROPANE FRYER Safety timer: Your new Chard 30qt Outdoor Cooker includes a battery operated safety timer attached to the hose/regulator (see Figure 1). The flow of gas is shut off automatically every 15 minutes unless manually reset. Therefore, the user needs to ensure that timer is tended to while cooking to keep the gas flowing to the burner. If the timer is allowed to complete its cycle it will shut off for safety reasons.
GETTING STARTED WITH YOUR PROPANE FRYER cooker in accordance to the warnings and instructions in this manual. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS COULD RESULT IN FIRE, EXPLOSION, BURN HAZARD OR CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING WHICH COULD CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. Ready to enjoy your deep fryer? Chard puts YOU in charge! It’s easy to make some of the most delicious foods you’ve ever tasted with your Chard Deep Fryer.
GETTING STARTED/HOW TO CLEAN Instructions for Lighting Burner: 1. Read and understand all instructions and warnings before lighting. Only light burner outdoors. 2. Confirm that the regulator control valve is completely closed and in the “OFF” position. 3. Ensure a minimum of 24 inches separate the LP tank and the burner. Note that the LP hose is a tripping hazard and special care must be observed. 4. Open the LP tank valve fully by turning counter clockwise. 5.
BASIC USE INSTRUCTIONS 5. We recommend that the unit be thoroughly cleaned prior to every use. 6. Store all components in a dry location when not in use.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR DEEP FRYING A TURKEY Helpful Hints: • The best oil to use is one with highest smoke temperature. Cottonseed and peanut oil are considered the best, but vegetable and canola oil can also be used. • After it is fully cooled (under 115˚F or 46°C) oil can be filtered and refrigerated for use at another time per manufacturer’s product guidelines.
RECIPES Deep Fried Turkey - Injected Ingredients • • • • 10 to 14 lb. whole turkey 2/3 cup vinaigrette dressing 1/3 cup dry sherry 1 tablespoon lemon pepper seasoning • • • 1 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper Preparation: 1. Remove the giblets and neck, rinse the turkey well with cold water and pat dry thoroughly with paper towels. It is very important to dry both outside and inside cavities. 2.
© 2016 Chard International, P.O. Box 444, Two Rivers, WI 54241-0444 1-888-815-4252 WARRANTY Your product is warrantied for one year from date of purchase against all defects in material and workmanship. Should your product prove defective within one year from date of purchase or receipt, return the unit, freight prepaid, along with an explanation of the claim. Please package your product carefully in its original box and packing material to avoid damage in transit.
