Tips And Tricks; Cleaning And Maintenance - Outdoorchef CHELSEA 480 C Manual

TIPS AND TRICKS

With indirect heat
• Relatively large roasting joints or whole chickens: Thanks to the EASY SLIDE funnel, you no longer need to turn large pieces of meat while
barbecuing. The heat from the burning charcoal rises up the insides of the barbecue kettle and is distributed evenly throughout the kettle.
• Place the food to be grilled on the preheated barbecue grid above the closed part of the EASY SLIDE funnel and close the lid. Always leave
a slight space between pieces of meat.
• Closing the lid allows food to be browned evenly on all sides, while ensuring the juices stay in the meat.
• For extra peace of mind when cooking larger joints of meat, we recommend using the OUTDOORCHEF GOURMET CHECK digital meat
thermometer to ensure perfect results.
With direct heat
• Smaller cuts of meat such as steaks, chops and sausages: Position the food to be grilled on the preheated barbecue grid above the open
EASY SLIDE, and grill briefly to seal with the lid open. Turn the EASY SLIDE so that the food is then no longer above the burning charcoal,
and finish cooking it with the lid closed.
• For optimal flash-grilling, we recommend the OUTDOORCHEF CAST-IRON TWO-PART BARBECUE GRID.
• Do not place the hot barbecue lid on grassy surfaces. In models without a lid hinge or lid holder, use the hook on the inside of the lid to hang
it from the edge of the lower half of the barbecue kettle.
• Make sure there is always liquid in the drip pan.
• TIP: To stop meat drying out, you can add water to the juice tray. This will then evaporate as you barbecue. Instead of water, you could also
add fruit juices and aromatic woods, such as vine wood or apple wood, to impart a delicious flavour.
• The position of the ventilation openings at the bottom is illustrated clearly by an indicator on the ash tray. WARNING: The ventilation slide on
the lid must always be left open when grilling, however (see also INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE CHARCOAL KETTLE BARBECUE)
• OUTDOORCHEF recommends closing the lid while barbecuing. Air circulation inside the barbecue reduces the grilling time by up to one
third.
• Always wear barbecue gloves when barbecuing and adjusting the ventilation openings. Instead of using a fork to turn food on the barbecue,
use good quality, sufficiently long meat tongs to avoid puncturing the meat and make sure it stays juicy.
• The right accessories will make your OUTDOORCHEF even more fun. Whether grilling, cooking or baking: give free rein to your creativity
and flair for experimentation.
• You can find a full range of accessories for your barbecue at OUTDOORCHEF.COM

CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE

• To extinguish the charcoal after your barbecue, put the lid on the barbecue and close all ventilation openings. Do not use water.
• Always remove all ash residues before using the barbecue again.
• Clean the grids and grates using a barbecue brush with brass bristles (not steel bristles). Do not use any sharp objects or aggressive clean-
ing products. Wash the drip pan in soapy water or clean it using the OUTDOORCHEF BARBECUE CLEANER.
• To help you enjoy your barbecue for as long as possible, we recommend the following:
• Once your barbecue has cooled down completely, protect it from the effects of the weather with a suitable OUTDOORCHEF cover.
Remove the cover after any rain in order to prevent condensation build-up. Covers can be purchased from your barbecue retailer.
USING THE OUTDOORCHEF BARBECUE CLEANER
IMPORTANT: the barbecue must not be in operation while using the OUTDOORCHEF BARBECUE CLEANER. Wear gloves to protect your
hands and, if possible, glasses to shield your eyes. Spray the barbecue or accessories thoroughly while they are still slightly warm and leave
the product to work for 15-30 minutes. Spray stained surfaces again, rinse thoroughly with water and leave to dry.
WARNING: Do not use the OUTDOORCHEF Barbecue Cleaner on powder-coated surfaces.
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