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English OUTDOOR COOKERS 1218, 1218CAB, 1219, 1202F AND 1202FT ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS AND USE AND CARE MANUAL __________ MODEL/SERIAL # THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION NECESSARY FOR THE PROPER ASSEMBLY AND SAFE USE OF THE APPLIANCE. READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND USING THE APPLIANCE.
DANGER FOR YOUR SAFETY If you smell gas: 1. Shut off gas to the appliance. 2. Extinguish any open flame. 3. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your Fire Department. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN FIRE OR EXPLOSION WHICH COULD CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
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READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT Throughout this manual the words appliance, cooker, fryer/boiler, burner and stove will be used interchangeably to refer to the King Kooker Outdoor Cooker. ® This is an ATTENDED appliance. Do NOT leave this appliance unattended while the burner is lit or while heating oil, grease, water or cooking food.
21) This appliance is not intended for commercial use. 22) Use King Kooker® appliances only in accordance with state and local ordinances, or in the absence of local codes, with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSIZ223.1/NFPA 54, Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases,...
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR KING KOOKER® PRODUCT TABLE OF CONTENTS Warnings ..........................2-4 Table of Contents .
METAL FUSION, INC. LIMITED ONE-YEAR WARRANTY WHAT THIS WARRANTY COVERS This warranty covers all components of this outdoor cooker to be free from defects in materials and workmanship, with the exceptions stated below. HOW LONG COVERAGE LASTS This warranty runs for one year from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt with this manual for future reference.
OWNER’S REGISTRATION Dear Customer, Thank you for purchasing a King Kooker ! Please take a moment to fill ® out your registration form and return it to us. We are always happy to hear suggestions and comments from our customers about our products. Completion of this registration allows us to contact you if the need arises.
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SECTION I OUTDOOR COOKER ASSEMBLY THE USE AND CARE MANUAL MUST BE READ AND UNDERSTOOD BEFORE USING THE APPLIANCE Throughout this manual the words appliance, cooker, fryer/boiler, burner and stove will be used interchangeably to refer to the King Kooker® Outdoor Cooker. TOOLS REQUIRED: SCREWDRIVER, TORQUE WRENCH or ADJUSTABLE WRENCH, LEAK TESTING SOLUTION Before assembling, check that all cooker components are included in the shipping carton.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS * Model May Vary From Picture CONTENTS Shroud with Welded (1) Bottom Ring Top Ring (3) Legs (1) Flat Bar Casting Support Bracket Flat Bar (1) Shroud with Welded Top Ring Casting (1) Casting/Air Shutter Support (1) Hose/Regulator Bracket (3) Foot Extensions (16) Bolts, Lockwashers and Nuts...
HOSE ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1/8 MALE PIPE THREAD ADJUSTABLE WITH ORIFICE AIR SHUTTER REGULATOR VENTURI TUBE TYPE 1 CONNECTION * Model May Vary From Picture Tighten the hose fitting into the venturi with a torque wrench, up to a torque of 95 to 105 lb./in. Alternatively, hand tighten securely and then, using a wrench, tighten an additional 1-1 1/2 turns.
SECTION II USE AND CARE Throughout this manual the words appliance, cooker, fryer/boiler, burner and stove will be used interchangeably to refer to the King Kooker® Outdoor Cooker. READ AND UNDERSTAND BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE 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.
DETERMINING PROPER FILL LEVELS FOR COOKING VESSELS Never overfill the cooking vessel with oil, grease or water. Never fill a pot beyond the maximum fill line. If the pot being used does not have a maximum fill line, follow these instructions to determine the amount of cooking liquid to be used: a.
CONNECTION INSTRUCTIONS Check that your hose assembly valve is set to not allow gas flow. Turn the regulator control counterclockwise until it stops. This is the OFF position. Attach the regulator to the cylinder valve by turning the Type 1 fitting clockwise. Hand tighten with the regulator positioned upright.
5. Center the pot over the burner on the cooker. Do NOT use any pot larger than the recommended size for your cooker as listed below: Model # Maximum Pot Size Pot - Height/Diameter 1218, 1218CAB, 1219, 1202F and 1202FT 11 qt. (10.41 L) pot 6” X 14.25” (15.24 cm X 36.2cm) * Model May Vary From Picture CLEAR OVERHEAD WIND DIRECTION (3.05m)
LIGHTING AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS THE COOKER MUST NOT BE LIT UNTIL THE PRECEDING PLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY FOLLOWED. Check the cooker to make sure that it is set up as per the diagram (Figure 1). Make certain that the regulator control is turned to OFF by turning it counterclockwise until it reaches the stop. Open cylinder control valve by turning it counterclockwise as per the diagram (Figure 2).
TURNING OFF AND STORING THE COOKER AFTER USE NEVER MOVE THE COOKER OR POT WHILE IN USE OR STILL HOT [ABOVE 100°F (38°C)]. 1. After each use turn OFF the King Kooker® at the regulator first, then at the gas cylinder valve. Check to make sure there is no flame and all valves are off. Do not leave the cooker until it has cooled completely. When removing food from the cooker wear protective mitts.
MAINTENANCE OF OUTDOOR COOKERS AND ACCESSORIES The area where the cooker will be used must be kept clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids. Before each use of the cooker inspect and remove any combustible items. The flow of combustion and ventilation of air must not be obstructed. The cooker must be set in an open area with 10 ft.
TIPS FOR CARING FOR ALUMINUM FRY PANS AND BOILING POTS It is not necessary to season aluminum pots before cooking with them. Wash with a liquid dish washing detergent and towel dry. After cooking, wash aluminum pots and fry pans in hot, sudsy detergent. If grease or black soot has cooked to the outside of the pot while cooking with your outdoor cooker, scrub the outside of the pot with a steel wool scouring pad.
RECIPES from The King of Outdoor Cooking® Directions and Recipes for using your King Kooker® Unique Deep Fryer Dutch Oven outdoors on your King Kooker® Outdoor Cooker Pan Fry – Deep Fry – Stir Fry This is a pre-seasoned multi-purpose cast iron fry pan with two cooking levels in one pot.
King Kooker® Fried Pork Chops Ingredients: 4 – ½” thick pork chops 1 cup All Purpose Flour, measured into a bowl for dipping 2 – Large Eggs, whisked in a bowl for dipping 1 – 7 oz. Bottle of King Kooker Cajun Seasoning Liquid Vegetable Cooking Oil Preparation: Wash the pork chops and pat dry. Dip each chop individually into the egg wash, and then into the flour. Turn each chop over in the flour so that both sides are coated. Place on a pan until fried.
Continue cooking until all fillets have been cooked. Always immediately turn off the cooker when cooking is complete. Serve the fillets piping hot. Enjoy! King Kooker® Deep Fried Hot Wings Ingredients: 3-5 pounds of chicken wings, thawed, washed and dried 1 – 7 oz. bottle of King Kooker® Cajun Seasoning...
Return the pot to the cooker, and relight the cooker. Use a low flame. Add all of the remaining ingredients and stir. Bring to a boil, and reduce the heat. Stir occasionally during cooking. Cook about 10 minutes, until the chili reaches the desired consistency. Turn of the cooker. Serve and enjoy! King Kooker® Stir Fry Ingredients: 1/3 cup cooking oil...
King Kooker® Corn Fritters Ingredients: ¾ cup All Purpose flour 2 teaspoons sugar 6 ears corn, cut from ears, about 4 cups corn kernels 2 large eggs, beaten ½ cup water 2 tablespoons butter, melted 1 – 7 oz. bottle King Kooker® Cajun Seasoning, 1 tsp. will be used in the recipe Liquid vegetable oil for frying Preparation: Cut the kernels from the ears of corn. Scrape the cobs with the knife collecting the juice into a bowl with the corn to be added to the batter. Stir together the dry ingredients – flour, sugar, 1 tsp. King...
Dutch oven to a protective surface for cooling. Remove the roast and vegetables from the pot. Slice and arrange for serving. Enjoy! King Kooker® Tempura Shrimp Ingredients: 2 pounds large shrimp, peeled with tails on 3 cups All Purpose flour...
SECTION IV READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING YOUR KING KOOKER® PRODUCT FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS What is the problem if the cooker takes too long or will not heat oil or cooking ingredients to desired temperature? My cooker’s flame appearance is very weak.
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