Cooking Instructions - Napoleon RXT365-1 Manual

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Cooking Instructions

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Initial Lighting: When lit for the first time, the gas grill emits a slight odor. This is a normal temporary
condition caused by the "burn-in" of internal paints and lubricants used in the manufacturing process and
does not occur again. Simply run the main burners on high for approximately one-half hour.
Main Burner Use: When searing foods, we recommend preheating the grill by operating all main burn-
ers in the high position with the lid closed for approximately 10 minutes. Food cooked for short periods
of time (fish, vegetables) can be grilled with the lid open. Cooking with the lid closed will ensure higher,
more even temperatures that can reduce cooking time and cook meat more evenly. Food that has a cook-
ing time longer than 30 minutes, such as roasts, can be cooked indirectly (with the burner lit opposite to
the food placement). When cooking very lean meats, such as chicken breasts or lean pork, the grids can
be oiled before pre-heating to reduce sticking. Cooking meat with a high degree of fat content can create
flare-ups. Either trim the fat or reduce temperatures to inhibit this. Should a flare-up occur, move food
away from the flames and reduce the heat. Leave the lid open. Learn more grilling techniques and deli-
cious recipes by acquiring Napoleon's cookbooks.
Direct Cooking: Place food to be cooked on the grill directly over the heat. This method is generally used
for searing or for foods that do not require prolonged cooking times such as hamburgers, steaks, chicken
pieces, or vegetables. The food is first seared to trap-in the juices and flavor, and then the temperature is
lowered to finish cooking the food to your preference.
Indirect Cooking: With one or more burners operating, place food to be cooked on the grill over a burner
that is not operating. The heat circulates around the food, cooking slowly and evenly. Cooking with this
method is much the same as cooking in your oven and is generally used for larger cuts of meats such as
roasts, chickens or turkeys, but can also be used for cooking foods that are prone to flare-ups or for smok-
ing foods. Lower temperatures and slower cooking times result in tender foods.
Flame Side Burner Use (if equipped): The side burner can be used like any stove top burner, for gravies,
soups etc. For best performance, the gas grill should be located with the side burner protected from the
wind. Select cookware that is between 16cm (6.3") and 24cm (9.4") in diameter. The cookware should be
placed over the centre of the burner, unless this positioning causes the handle to extend directly over the
flames. Always turn the handle to the side or back of the grill to reduce the risk of knocking the cookware
off the side shelf.
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Infrared Side Burner Use (If Equipped): The gas grill should be located so that the side burner is protected
from the wind, because the wind will adversely affect its performance.
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1. Follow the infrared side burner lighting instructions and operate on high for 5 minutes with the lid
opened or until the ceramic burners glow red.
2. Place food on grills and cook according to times listed in the Infrared Grilling Chart.
3. Depending upon your taste, continue cooking over infrared burners on high, medium or low, turning
food frequently, or place food on the main burner area of the grill, close lid, and allow oven tempera-
ture to slowly finish cooking your food.
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Never grill food directly on the side burner grate. It is designed for use with pots and
Do not close the side burner lid while it is operating or hot.
Do not use side burner to deep fry foods as cooking with oil can create a dangerous
Do not close the side burner lid while it is operating or hot.
Do not adjust cooking grid while hot or operating.
Do not use side burner to deep fry foods as cooking with oil can create a dangerous
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