Automatic Start-Up Procedure; Shutting Off Your Grill - Dansons Group Pit Boss Competition PB1000CS Owner's Manual

AUTOMATIC START-UP PROCEDURE

1. Plug the power cord into a grounded power source. Open the main barrel lid. Check the burn pot to ensure there is no
obstruction for proper ignition. Open the hopper lid. Ensure there are no foreign objects in the hopper or auger feed
system. Fill the hopper with dry, all natural barbecue hardwood pellets.
2. Press the Power Button to turn the unit on. This will activate the start-up cycle. The auger feed system will begin to
turn, the igniter will begin to glow and the fan will supply air to the burn pot. The grill will begin to produce smoke while
the start-up cycle is taking place. The barrel lid must remain open during the start-up cycle. To confirm the start-up cycle
has begun properly, listen for a torchy roar, and notice some heat being produced.
3. Once the heavy, white smoke has dissipated, the start-up cycle is complete and you are ready to enjoy your grill at your
desired temperature!
IGNITER FAILURE PROCEDURE
If for any reason your electric igniter fails or your grill's flame dies out during a cook, check the following steps,
or start your grill using the manual method.
1. Press and hold the Power Button for three seconds to turn the unit off. Open the barrel lid. Remove the cooking
components from inside. Remove all unburnt pellets and ash from the burn pot. Avoid touching the igniter to avoid
injury, as it may be extremely hot.
2. Once all cooking components are removed and cleaned, press the Power Button to turn the unit on. Check the
following:
• Visually confirm that the igniter is working by placing your hand above the burn pot and feeling for heat.
• Visually confirm that the igniter is protruding approximately 13mm / 0.5 inches in the burn pot.
• Visually confirm that the auger is dropping pellets into the burn pot.
• Confirm that the combustion fan is working by listening for a torchy roar.
3. If any of the above points are not working, follow Troubleshooting instructions .

SHUTTING OFF YOUR GRILL

When finished cooking, with the main barrel lid remaining closed, press and hold the Power Button for three seconds to turn the
unit off. The grill will begin its automatic cool-down cycle. The auger system will stop feeding fuel, the flame will burn out, and
the fan will continue to run until the cool-down cycle is complete.
IMPORTANT! Once the shut-down cycle is complete, unplug the power cord.
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