Pit Boss PB820ME Manual

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820ME
WOOD PELLET GRILL
& SMOKER
IMPORTANT, READ CAREFULLY, RETAIN FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE. MANUAL MUST BE READ
BEFORE OPERATING!
GRIL & FUMOIR À
GRANULES DE BOIS
IMPORTANT, PRENEZ CONNAISSANCE DE CE
DOCUMENT ET CONSERVEZ-LE POUR RÉFÉRENCE
ULTÉRIEURE VOUS DEVEZ LIRE CE GUIDE AVANT
D'UTILISER LE BARBECUE !
ASADOR Y AHUMADOR
DE PELLETS DE MADERA
IMPORTANTE, LEA DETENIDAMENTE, CONSERVE
PARA REFERENCIA FUTURA. ¡DEBE LEER EL
MANUAL ANTES DE LA OPERACIÓN!
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION | ASSEMBLAGE ET FONCTIONNEMENT | MONTAJE Y OPERACIÓN
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.
AVERTISSEMENT : Veuillez lire l'intégralité du manuel avant l'installation et l'utilisation de cet appareil électronique à granules. Le
non-respect de ces instructions peut entraîner des dommages aux biens, des blessures ou même la mort. Communiquez avec les
autorités locales en matière d'incendie et de bâtiment concernant les restrictions et les exigences d'installation dans votre région.
ADVERTENCI: Lea el manual completo antes de instalar y utilizar este aparato eléctrico para quemar pellets de combustible. Incumplir
estas instrucciones podría causar daños materiales, lesiones corporales, e incluso la muerte. Consulte a sus funcionarios locales de
construcción y control de incendios para informarse sobre las restricciones y los requisitos de inspección de instalaciones en su región.
MODEL / MODÈLE / MODELO: PB820ME
5005166
UL SUB.2728
FOR OUTDOOR AND HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY. NOT FOR COMMERCIAL USE.
POUR UN USAGE EXTÉRIEUR ET DOMESTIQUE SEULEMENT. PAS POUR USAGE COMMERCIAL.
SOLO PARA USO EN EXTERIORES Y EN EL HOGAR. NO ES PARA USO COMERCIAL.
PART / PIÈCE / PARTE : 10589

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  • Page 1 MODEL / MODÈLE / MODELO: PB820ME PART / PIÈCE / PARTE : 10589 5005166 UL SUB.2728 820ME WOOD PELLET GRILL & SMOKER IMPORTANT, READ CAREFULLY, RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. MANUAL MUST BE READ BEFORE OPERATING! GRIL & FUMOIR À GRANULES DE BOIS IMPORTANT, PRENEZ CONNAISSANCE DE CE DOCUMENT ET CONSERVEZ-LE POUR RÉFÉRENCE...
  • 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 6. Parts of the barbecue may be very hot and serious injury may occur. Keep young children and pets away while in use. Do not enlarge igniter holes or burn pots. Failure to follow this warning could lead to a fire hazard and bodily harm and will void your warranty.
  • Page 4 ULC/ORD C272 and CANADIAN CSA C22.2 #3 "for electrical features of fuel burning equipment. " Pit Boss Grills pellet cooking appliances have been independently tested and listed by INTERTEK (an accredited testing laboratory) to ETL, UL, ULC and CSA standards.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information ............2 Care & Maintenance ............16 Parts & Specs ..............3 Using Wood Pellet Fuel ...........17 Assembly Preparation ............7 Cooking Guidelines ............17 Assembly Instructions Tips & Techniques ............19 Mounting Legs To Main Barrel ..........7 Troubleshooting .............20 Installing The Bottom Shelf ............8 Securing The Lid Stopper ............8...
  • Page 6: Parts & Specs

    Main - 3,710 cm² / 575 sq. in. 1,446mm x 1,333mm x 700mm 68 kg 82-260°C presets, start-up and PB820ME Upper Rack - 1,550 cm² / 243 sq. in. / 56.9” x 52.2” x 27.5” / 150 lb / 180-500°F cool-down cycles, TOTAL - 5,290 cm²...
  • Page 7: Assembly Preparation

    If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble. Shipping damage is not covered under warranty. Contact your dealer or Pit Boss Customer Service for parts: Monday through Sunday, 4am - 8pm PST (EN/ FR/ES).
  • Page 8: Installing The Bottom Shelf

    2. INSTALLING THE BOTTOM SHELF Parts Required: Bottom Panel (#20) Wheel (#22) Screw (#A) Washer (#B) Locking Washer (#C) Nut (#D) Washer (#E) Installation: • From underneath, secure the bottom shelf to all each leg using a screw, locking washer, and washer. Ensure the flat surface of the shelf is facing up. Note illustration 2A.
  • Page 9: Securing The Chimney

    5. SECURING THE CHIMNEY Parts Required: Chimney Gasket (#9) Chimney (#10) Screw (#A) B C A Washer (#B) Locking Washer (#C) Installation: • Locate the chimney opening on the side of the main barrel. From the outside, secure the chimney and chimney gasket to the side panel using two screws, locking washers, and washers.
  • Page 10: Installing The Cooking Components

    8. INSTALLING THE COOKING COMPONENTS Parts Required: Cooking Grid A (#3) Cooking Grid B (#4) Upper Cooking Rack (#1) Flame Broiler Main Plate (#6) Flame Broiler Slider (#5) Flame Broiler Adjusting Bar (#18) Flame Broiler Adjusting Bar Handle (#17) Installation: NOTE: Both flame broiler parts are lightly coated with oil to avoid rusting when shipped.
  • Page 11: Placing The Grease Bucket

    • Disconnect the igniter from the main wiring harness. Use the manual start- up procedure. A Pit Boss unit can operate using a 12 volt, 100 watt inverter plugged into your automobile outlet. To use the automatic igniter, it is recommended to use a minimum of a 1000 watt inverter.
  • Page 12: Operating Instructions

    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 units should keep a minimum clearance of 305mm (12 inches) from combustible constructions and this clearance must be maintained while the grill is operational.
  • Page 13: 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 / 401-500°F) •...
  • Page 14: Understanding The Control Board

    When a meat probe is connected, the temperature is displayed on the LCD Screen. When not ARRÊT ÉLEVÉ in use, disconnect the meat probe from the connection port. Includes one (1) meat probe. Compatible with Pit Boss branded meat probes only. Additional meat probe(s) sold separately.
  • Page 15: Understanding The "P" Setting

    UNDERSTANDING THE "P" SETTING AUGER CYCLE (seconds) When the recessed "P" SET button is pushed, the “P” setting displayed on the LCD "P" SET screen will flash and change to the next value (upward). Once P7 is reached, it will restart at P0.
  • Page 16: Automatic Start-Up Procedure

    AUTOMATIC START-UP PROCEDURE Plug the power cord into a grounded power source. Open the main barrel lid. Check the fire pot to ensure there is no obstruction for proper ignition. Open the hopper lid. Ensure there are no foreign objects in the hopper or auger feed system.
  • Page 17: Care & Maintenance

    CARE AND MAINTENANCE Any Pit Boss unit will give you many years of flavorful service with minimum cleaning. An important step is allowing the grill and cooking grids to self-clean by running the grill at a high temperature for 5 to 10 minutes after each use. Follow these cleaning and maintenance tips to service your grill: 1.
  • Page 18: Using Wood Pellet Fuel

    USING WOOD PELLET FUEL Clean-burning barbecue wood pellets generate about 8200 BTU’s per pound with very little ash, a low moisture content (5-7%), and are carbon neutral. Barbecue wood pellets are produced by pure raw material (sawdust) being pulverized with a hammer-mill, and the material is pushed through a die with pressure.
  • Page 19 POULTRY Size Rare - 54°C / 130°F Medium - 60°C / 140°F Well Done - 77°C / 170°F Turkey (whole) 4.5-5.0 kg / 10-11 lbs. Grill 90 - 120 minutes 5.3-6.4 kg / 12-14 lbs. Grill 110 - 140 minutes 6.8-7.7 kg / 15-17 lbs.
  • Page 20 LAMB Size Rare - 54°C / 130°F Medium - 60°C / 140°F Well Done - 71°C / 160°F Roast (fresh) 2.26 - 2.72 kg / 5 - 6 lbs. 1 - 2 hours Rib Crown Roast 1.36-2.26 kg / 3-5 lbs. 1 - 1½...
  • Page 21: Tips & Techniques

    TIPS & TECHNIQUES Follow these helpful tips and techniques, passed on from Pit Boss owners, our staff, and customers just like you, to become more familiar with your grill: 1. FOOD SAFETY • Keep everything in the kitchen and cooking area clean. Use different platters and utensils for the cooked meat than the ones you used to prepare or transport the raw meat out to the grill.
  • Page 22: Troubleshooting

    Boss grill is operating poorly, or on a less frequent basis, the following troubleshooting tips may be helpful. For FAQ, please visit www.pitboss-grills.com . You may also contact your local Pit Boss authorized dealer or contact Customer Service for assistance.
  • Page 23 Press the Power Button to turn the unit off, and allow grill to cool. Follow Care and "ErH" Error Code The Unit Has Overheated, Possibly Maintenance instructions. After maintenance, remove pellets, and confirm positioning of Due To Grease Fire Or all component parts.
  • 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 Porcelain-Coated Steel Upper Cooking Rack (x1) 11-A Lid Stopper (x1) 10-A Porcelain-Coated Cast-Iron Cooking Grid A (x2) 12-A Porcelain-Coated Cast-Iron Cooking Grid B (x1) Flame Broiler Slider (x1) Flame Broiler Main Plate (x1) Bottle Opener (x1) Main Barrel (x1) Hopper Assembly (x1) 10-A...
  • Page 26: Hopper Replacement Parts

    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 27: Exceptions

    Contact your nearest Pit Boss dealer for repair or replacement parts. Dansons. requires proof of purchase to establish a warranty claim; therefore, retain your original sales receipt or invoice for future reference. The serial and model number of your Pit Boss can be found on the back of the hopper.
  • Page 28: Accessories Sold Separately

    ACCESSORIES SOLD SEPARATELY Available for purchase separately. Accessories not available and supplied by all authorized Pit Boss dealers. ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION GRILL COVER Form-fitting, full length cover. Heavy-duty polyester with PVC backing for long-term use. Weatherproof. Includes draw-string GRILLING APRON lock for easy tightening.
  • Page 29: Recipes

    RECIPES CLASSIC BRISKET SAUSAGE WITH MANGO CHUTNEY Makes 4 - 6 Servings Makes 4 - 6 Servings A whole beef brisket weighs 7.25-3.62 kg / 16-18 pounds and has three Ingredients: separate parts: the cap, the point, and the flat. Use the flat section, Mangoes (finely chopped) as it is lean, compact, and creates nice slices when carved.
  • Page 30 BBQ RIBS Suggested Wood Pellet Flavor: Hickory / Competition Makes 4 - 6 Servings Instructions: Preheat grill, then leave or reduce slightly (204-260°C / Ingredients: 400-500°F) 1.3-1.8 kg / 3-4 lbs Ribs Meaty pork spareribs / loin back ribs Combine meat, seasoning, eggs and bread crumbs in a mixing 45 ml / 3 tbsp bowl and blend together.
  • Page 31 CORNISH HENS WITH MANDARIN RICE Suggested Wood Pellet Flavor: Mesquite / Competition Makes 4 Servings Instructions: Soak wooden skewers in water for 1 hour. Ingredients: Preheat grill, then reduce to 135-163°C / 275-325°F. 4 whole Cornish Game Hens 750 ml/ 3 c. Mandarin Rice Prepare curry butter by melting butter in small pan over 15 ml / 1 tbsp Olive Oil...
  • Page 32 WHOLE SMOKED TURKEY brown and crispy; internal temperature should reach 74°C/165°F. Using tongs, carefully remove the upright chicken and can from Feeds a small army - leftovers are great! the grill. Let rest for five minutes, then carefully remove the can Ingredients: from the cavity of the chicken.
  • Page 34 IMPORTANT DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE For all questions, comments, or inquiries, please contact Dansons directly. Our Customer Service department is available: Monday through Sunday, 4am - 8pm PST (EN/FR/ES) TOLL FREE: 1-877-303-3134 | TOLL FREE FAX: 1-877-303-3135 service@pitboss-grills.com IMPORTANT NE RETOURNEZ PAS LE PRODUIT AU MAGASIN Pour toute questions, commentaires ou demandes de renseignements, veuillez...

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