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Traeger TFB52QPC Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S MANUAL
TFB52QPC
RESIDENTIAL PELLET GRILL
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY!
"TASTE THE DIFFERENCE"
Please read this entire manual before assembly, installation of your Traeger Pellet Grill.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury or even
death. Contact your local building or fire official about restrictions and installation
inspection requirements in your area.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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  • Page 1 FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY! “TASTE THE DIFFERENCE” Please read this entire manual before assembly, installation of your Traeger Pellet Grill. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury or even death. Contact your local building or fire official about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
  • Page 2 WARNING! Use ONLY TRAEGER BRAND BBQ WOOD PELLETS, which are specifically made to work in our Grills. Traeger wood pellets are rated for 8500 BTU per LBS with an ash content of 2%. CAUTION! Always store wood pellets in a dry location, away from heat-producing appliances and other fuel containers.
  • Page 3 INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of this Traeger Wood Pellet Grill, Model TFB52QPC. With proper set-up, operation and maintenance, the Grill will provide you with delicious food and years of cooking enjoyment. NOTE: NUMBERS FOLLOWING PART NAMES REFER TO THE COMPONENT DIAGRAM FOUND NEAR THE END OF THIS MANUAL.

  • Page 4: Mounting The Legs

    SECTION ONE: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS MOUNTING THE LEGS: 1) Carefully lay the Grill on its back on a non-abrasive surface. 2) Use the Black Bolts (A, H), Washers (E, G) and Nuts (C) supplied in the hardware kit to install the Leg Assemblies (99) on the left end of the Grill and the Wheel Leg Assemblies (104) on the right end of the Grill, as shown in the diagram below.
  • Page 5 ATTACHING THE CHROME DOOR HANDLE: 1) Insert the bolt (J), flat washer (K) into the slot in the door and thread into the handle (143). Repeat the process on the other side. 2) Do not over tighten the bolts to the handle ATTACHING THE FLUE PIPE AND CHIMNEY CAP ASSEMBLY: 1) Align the holes in the Flue Pipe (113) with the holes in the Flue Pipe Gasket (126), which fits between the right end of the Grill and the Flue Pipe (113).

  • Page 6: Positioning The Heat Baffle

    WARNING! Many parts of the Grill will become very hot during operation. Care must be taken to avoid burns, both during operation and afterwards, while the Grill is still hot. It should never be left unattended when young children are present. Never move the Grill when it is operating.
  • Page 7 POSITIONING THE PORCELAIN GRILLS: 1) Position the Porcelain Grill (147) on the Grill Supports that run the length of the cooking area. Position warming shelf (155) onto holes in warming shelf supports. INSTALLING THE FRONT SHELF: 1) Insert the Front Shelf (156) onto the grill aligning the slots with the 4 holes located on both sides of the grill.
  • Page 8 HANGING THE GREASE BUCKET: 1) Locate the Grease Drain Tube, extending from the Grill below the Smoke Stack on the right end. Hang the Grease Bucket (112) on the Bucket Hook. HANGING THE GRILL HOOKS TO PEGBOARD: 1) Insert Grill Hooks (158) onto pegboard by tilting the hook at an angle and inserting the top of the hook into desired hole.

  • Page 9: Section Two: Initial Firing Instructions

    Look to see if the Hot Rod is getting hot (it will start to turn red). CAUTION! Do not touch it. Turn the Temperature/dial to SHUT DOWN CYCLE. 4) Fill the Pellet Hopper with TRAEGER BBQ PELLETS. WARNING! Use only TRAEGER BRAND BBQ PELLETS, which are specifically made to work in our Grills.

  • Page 10: Section Three: Subsequent Start-Up

    SECTION THREE: SUBSEQUENT START-UP Turn the Switch ON (--) and the Temperature/Dial to SMOKE. In approximately 2 minutes you will notice whitish-gray smoke coming out of the Grill as the Pellets ignite. After assuring the Pellets have ignited,set the Temperature/Dial to any cooking setting desired.

  • Page 11: Section Four: Operating Tips

    SMOKE setting can also be used to “hold” foods at approximately 180 to 200 degrees F. 2) WARNING! Your Traeger Pellet Grill should never be moved while it is hot. If you are transporting your Grill in a vehicle after cooking on it, make sure the fire is completely out and the Grill is cold before placing it in any vehicle.

  • Page 12: Section Five: Maintaining Your New Grill

    event of a grease fire while cooking, turn the Switch OFF (o) and Keep the Door closed until the fire is completely out. Never keep the Door open during a grease fire. If it does not go out, lightly sprinkle baking soda on the fire. CAUTION! Be careful not to burn yourself.
  • Page 13 Pellet Hopper. Wood pellets, when wet, expand greatly and will jam your Auger. A Traeger Grill Cover to protect the Grill is highly recommended! Covers are available from your Traeger Dealer, or log on to our Web Site –...

  • Page 14: Disposal Of Ashes

    Excess ash in the Firepot may cause your fire to go out, especially in the “SMOKE” setting. The Firepot should be inspected occasionally, and cleaned to remove the ash buildup. Again, cleaning the ash from in and around the Firepot should be done only when the Grill is COLD.

  • Page 15: Section Six: Frequently Asked Questions

    If the Auger Drive Motor is operating (check the small fan blade on the back of the motor), the problem is in the Digital Control, which will need to be replaced. Contact your Traeger Dealer or the Traeger Parts Department (Section Seven) to place an order.
  • Page 16 Contact your Traeger Dealer or the Traeger Parts Department (Section Seven) to place an order. c) If the fan blade turns a bit and then stops, continue watching and turn the Switch OFF (o). If the fan blade UNWINDS slightly, this indicates a jam in the Auger system which will need to be cleared.

  • Page 17: Section Seven: Traeger Support

    WHERE CAN I GET A NEW PART FOR MY GRILL? Check with your Traeger Dealer. They may have the part in stock or can order the part for you. Or you can contact the Traeger Parts Department (Section Seven) to place an order.
  • Page 18 TFB52QPC COMPONENT LIST...
  • Page 19 TFB52QPC PARTS LIST Item Description Item Description Grill Frame Assembly SUB925 Grease Bucket HDW152 Hopper Burner Assembly SUB1293 Flue Pipe Assembly FAB309 Burner Box Assembly SUB002 Door Handle TFB52 HDW314 Auger Assembly 070, 07E SUB005 Chimney Cap Assy Black SUB008...

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