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Navigator Pit Boss PB1230G Owner's Manual

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WOOD PELLET & GAS COMBO
IMPORTANT, READ CAREFULLY, RETAIN FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE. MANUAL MUST BE READ
BEFORE OPERATING!
For outdoor and household use only. Not for commercial use.
WARNING: Please read the entire manual before installation
and use of this electric, pellet fuel-burning appliance.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in property
damage, bodily injury or even death. Contact local building
or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection
requirements in your area.
ITEM : 172779
MODEL : PB1230G
PART : 10711
DO NOT REMOVE
OWNERS
MANUAL

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  • Page 1 ITEM : 172779 MODEL : PB1230G PART : 10711 DO NOT REMOVE WOOD PELLET & GAS COMBO OWNERS IMPORTANT, READ CAREFULLY, RETAIN FOR MANUAL FUTURE REFERENCE. MANUAL MUST BE READ BEFORE OPERATING! For outdoor and household use only. Not for commercial use. WARNING: Please read the entire manual before installation and use of this electric, pellet fuel-burning appliance.

  • Page 2: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION MAJOR CAUSES OF APPLIANCE FIRES ARE A RESULT OF POOR MAINTENANCE AND A FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT THIS PRODUCT BE USED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE TO THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS. Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or install the product.
  • Page 3 Should a grease fire occur, turn the grill OFF and leave the lid closed until the fire is out. Unplug the power cord. Do not throw water on the unit. Do not try to smother the fire. Use of an all-class (class ABC) approved fire extinguisher is valuable to keep on site.
  • Page 4 Do not use lava rock, wood chunks, charcoal, lighter fluid, alcohol or other similar chemicals for lighting or relighting. Use only firelighters complying to EN1860-3. Keep all such substances and liquids well away from appliance when in use. 20. Operate this appliance using liquefied petroleum only, which is also specified on the rating label on the unit. Do not attempt to operate your grill on other gases.
  • Page 5 Do not replace the grill with an extra hotplate, the warranty will be voided and it is in violation of the gas approval. The grill provides the ventilation needed for the BBQ to operate safely. It is not designed to be a solid hotplate device.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information ............2 Care & Maintenance ............19 Connecting To A Gas Supply Tips & Techniques ............20 Gas Cylinder Requirements ............7 Troubleshooting ..............21 Connection for Connector ............7 Installing A Gas Cylinder .............8 Electrical Wire Diagram ..........24 Preparation For Use –...

  • Page 7: Connecting To A Gas Supply

    CONNECTING TO A GAS SUPPLY GAS CYLINDER REQUIREMENTS The grill is set and tested with ULPG gas only. The regulator supplied for use with ULPG gas only. The factory-supplied regulator and hose must be used with a 9 kg (20 lbs) (Diameter: 318 mm, Height: 475 mm) LP gas tank. Contact your gas supplier for a special regulator for bulk gas that fuels other appliances.

  • Page 8: Installing A Gas Cylinder

    4. Turn on the gas at the cylinder valve. Turn the cylinder valve knob counter-clockwise to fully open. If you hear a rushing sound or smell gas, turn the gas off. Tighten an leaking connections. If leak is detected at connection nut and tightening does not stop leak, re-inspect propane tank rubber seal.

  • Page 9: Disconnecting A Gas Cylinder

    f. When connecting, first connect plug to the outdoor cooking gas appliance then plug appliance into the outlet; g. Use only a Ground Fault Interrupter (GFI) protected circuit with this outdoor cooking gas appliance; h. Never remove the grounding plug or use with an adaptoer of 2 prongs; i.

  • Page 10: Wood Pellet Operating Instructions

    WOOD PELLET OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS With today’s lifestyle of striving to eat healthy and nutritious foods, one factor to consider is the importance of reducing fat intake. One of the best ways to cut down on fat in your diet is to use a low fat method of cooking, such as grilling. As a pellet grill uses natural wood pellets, the savory wood flavor is cooked into the meats, reducing the need for high sugar content sauces.

  • Page 11: Grill Temperature Ranges

    GRILL TEMPERATURE RANGES Temperature readouts on the control board may not exactly match the thermometer. All temperatures listed below are approximate and are affected by the following factors: outside ambient temperature, the amount and direction of wind, the quality of pellet fuel being used, the lid being opened, and the quantity of food being cooked. HIGH TEMPERATURE (205-260°C / 401-499°F) •...

  • Page 12: Understanding The Control Board

    UNDERSTANDING THE CONTROL BOARD 300º 300º 150° 250º 350º 250º “P” SET “P” SET COOK “P” SET 120° COOK 175° “P” SET 250º 350º “P” SET COOK “P” SET "P"Set 225º 400º 225º PROBE 1 PROBE 1 225º 400º 110° 205°...

  • Page 13: Understanding The "P" Setting

    IMPORTANT: The temperature of your unit is highly affected by ambient outdoor weather, quality of pellets used, flavor of pellets, and the quantity of food being cooked. MEAT PROBE • The meat probe measures the internal temperature of your meat in the grill, similar to your indoor oven. Plug-in the meat probe adapter to the meat probe connection port on the Control Board and insert the stainless steel meat probe into the thickest portion of your meat and the temperature will be displayed on the control board.

  • Page 14: First Use - Grill Burn-Off

    FIRST USE – GRILL BURN-OFF Once your hopper has been primed and before cooking on your grill for the first time, it is important to complete a grill burn-off. Start the grill and operate at any temperature over 176°C / 350°F (with the lid down) for 30 to 40 minutes to burn-off the grill and rid it of any foreign matter.

  • Page 15: Shutting Off Your Grill

    SHUTTING OFF YOUR GRILL When finished cooking, with the main barrel lid remaining closed, press the Power Button to turn the unit off and turn the Temperature Control Dial to 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.

  • Page 16: Propane Gas Operating Instructions

    PROPANE GAS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS GRILL ENVIRONMENT 1. WHERE TO SET-UP THE GRILL With all outdoor appliances, outside weather conditions play a big part in the performance of your grill and the cooking time needed to perfect your meals. All Pit Boss Grills units should keep a minimum clearance of 915mm (36 inches) from combustible constructions, ®...

  • Page 17: Manual Start-Up Procedure

    2. After five minutes, check the following: • Visually confirm that the igniter is working by pushing the igniter button and looking at the igniter tip for a spark. If no spark, adjust the distance between the igniter (electrode) tip and burner to 4.5 mm (3/16 in). •...

  • Page 18: Shutting Off Your Grill

    9. After lighting, observe the burner flame. Make sure all burner ports are lit and flame height matches illustration. Fig. 3. NOTE: Each burner lights independently - repeat step 5-9 for other burners. FIG. 3 CAUTION: If burner flame goes out during operation, immediately turn the control knobs to the OFF position, LP gas tank valved CLOSED, and open lid to let the gas clear for 5 minutes before re-lighting.

  • Page 19: Care & Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE Any Pit Boss unit will give you many years of flavorful service with minimum cleaning. Follow these cleaning and maintenance ® tips to service your grill: 1. HOPPER ASSEMBLY • The hopper includes a clean-out feature to allow for ease of cleaning and change out of pellet fuel flavors.

  • Page 20: Tips & Techniques

    CLEANING FREQUENCY TIME TABLE (NORMAL USE) ITEM CLEANING FREQUENCY CLEANING METHOD Bottom of Main Grill Every 5-6 Grill Sessions Scoop Out, Shop-Vac Excess Debris Fire pot Every 2-3 Grill Sessions Scoop Out, Shop-Vac Excess Debris Cooking Grids After Each Grill Session Burn Off Excess, Brass Wire Brush Flame Broiler Every 5-6 Grill Sessions...

  • Page 21: Troubleshooting

    • Leave open space between the foods and the extremities of the barrel for proper heat flow. Food on a crowded grill will require more cooking time. • Use a set of long-handled tongs for turning meats, and a spatula for turning burgers and fish. Using a piercing utensil, such as a fork, will prick the meat and allow the juices to escape.
  • Page 22 Flashing Dots On The Igniter Is On This is not an error that effects the grill. Used to show that the unit has power and is in LCD Screen Start-Up mode (igniter is on). The igniter will turn off after five minutes. Once the flashing dots disappear, the grill will begin to adjust to the desired temperature selected.
  • Page 23 Follow Care and Maintenance instructions. Grill Produces Grease Build-Up Excess Or Remove moist wood pellets from hopper. Follow Care and Maintenance instructions to Wood Pellet Quality Discolored clean out. Replace with dry wood pellets. Smoke Fire pot Is Blocked Clear fire pot for moist wood pellets. Follow Hopper Priming Procedure. Insufficient Air Intake Check fan.

  • Page 24: Electrical Wire Diagram

    ELECTRICAL WIRE DIAGRAM The Digital Control Board system is an intricate and valuable piece of technology. For protection from power surges and electrical shorts, consult the wire diagram below to ensure your power source is sufficient for the operation of the unit. PB –...

  • Page 25: Grill Replacement Parts

    GRILL REPLACEMENT PARTS Part# Description Part# Description Porcelain-Coated Steel Upper Cooking Rack (x2) 26-A Support Leg / Front (x1) Porcelain-Coated Cast-Iron Cooking Grid (x4) 27-A Wheel (x2) Flame Broiler Slider (x1) 28-A Cart Side Panel (x2) Flame Broiler Main Plate (x1) 29-A Cart Back Panel (x1) Smoke Adjusting Bar (x1)
  • Page 26 GRILL REPLACEMENT PARTS 12-A 10-A 11-A 15-A 40-A 14-A 41-A 19-A 16-A 29-A 17-A 13-A 18-A 20-A 30-A 21-A 25-A 28-A 22-A 37-A 39-A 38-A 26-A 32-A 31-A 33-A 34-A 23-2-A 36-A 35-A 23-1-A 27-A 24-A 42-A 43-A 44-A 45-A 46-A 47-A 48-A...

  • Page 27: Hopper Replacement Parts

    HOPPER REPLACEMENT PARTS Part# Description Part# Description 1-PDH Hopper Lid 10-PDH Auger Motor 2-PDH Hopper Safety Screen 11-PDH Nylon Bushing 3-PDH Hopper Box Housing 12-PDH Auger Flighting Assembly 4-PDH Hopper Access Panel 13-PDH Auger Box Housing 5-PDH Hopper Handle 14-PDH Hopper Housing Gasket Combustion Fan Igniter...

  • Page 28: Warranty

    WARRANTY CONDITIONS All wood pellet grills by Pit Boss, manufactured by Dansons, carry a limited warranty from the date of sale by the original owner. The warranty coverage begins on the original date of purchase and proof of date of purchase, or copy of original bill of sale, is required to validate the warranty.

  • Page 29: Ordering Replacement Parts

    ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS To order replacement parts, please contact Genesis International Corporation Pty Ltd. at: service@genesiscorp.com.au | +61 8 9248 9822 CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE Genesis International Corporation Pty Ltd. is the supplier of Pit Boss Grills in Australia and New Zealand. If you have any questions or problems, contact Bunnings Australia or Genesis International Corporation Pty Ltd.
  • Page 30 SAFE APPLIANCE LOCATIONS This appliance shall only be used in an above ground open-air situation with natural ventilation, without stagnant areas, where gas leakage and products of combustion are rapidly dispersed by wind and natural convection. SAFE APPLIANCE LOCATIONS Any enclosure in which the appliance is used shall comply with the following: This appliance shall only be used in an above ground open-air situation with natural ventilation, without stagnant areas, where An enclosure with walls on all sides, but at least one permanent opening at ground level and no overhead cover.
  • Page 32 IMPORTANT For all questions, inquiries, or customer support, please contact Genesis Inter- national Corporation Pty Ltd. +61 8 9248 9822 | service@genesiscorp.com.au WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including carbon monoxide, which is a combus- tion by-product known to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to: WWW.PRODUCTSAFETY.GOV.AU/NEWS/CARBON-MONOXIDE-SAFETY 480200506AUM MADE IN CHINA...

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