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- Page 1 Kalamazoo Gaucho Grill U S E A N D C A R E G U I D E...
- Page 3 Important Safety Warnings This appliance is FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. It is not to be used inside a garage, other building or any type of enclosed area. WARNING: Failure to follow the information in this Use and Care Guide exactly may result in fire or explosion, causing property damage, personal injury or death.
- Page 4 Should you ever have any questions about cooking with or caring for your Kalamazoo grill, we are here Keep the Use and Care Guide to help. Contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Customer Service at: for future reference.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Safe Operation Liquid Propane Tank Safety Gas Requirements Leak Testing Locating the Grill Required Clearances Grill Dimensions Initial Assembly Get to Know Your Grill Grill Controls Lighting Your Grill Ignition System Power Supply Burner Adjustments Valve Adjustments Cooking with Your Grill Food Temperature Chart Caring for Your Grill... -
Page 6: Safe Operation
Safe Operation WARNING: When in use, portions of your grill get hot enough to cause severe burns. Children and pets should never be left alone or unattended in the area where the grill is being used. Never allow children to sit, stand or play on or around the grill. Do not allow someone operate the grill if they have not read this manual. - Page 7 Safe Operation CONTINUED „ Always use dry pot holders or gloves on hot surfaces or cooking tools: moist or damp pot holders or gloves may cause steam burns. Never use a towel or bulky cloth in place of pot holders. Do not let pot holders touch hot portions of the grill or allow them to get near the open flame.
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Page 8: Liquid Propane Tank Safety
Never connect the grill to anything other than the fuel source indicated on the serial plate. Factory conversion kits are available for switching fuel sources. Contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet or an authorized dealer for details. Conversion kit installation must be done by a qualified technician. - Page 9 The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the grill must be used. Replacement pressure „ regulators and hose assemblies must be the type specified by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. For replacement parts, contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet customer service at 1.800.868.1699.
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Page 10: Gas Requirements
Liquid Propane Gas Requirements (20-Pound Cylinder) Verify the type of gas your grill has been configured for by the factory by checking the serial tag inside the door of the grill cabinet. Grills configured for liquid propane (LP) gas are orificed differently than grills configured for natural gas (NG). Grills configured for use a standard 20-pound LP cylinders are shipped with a dual-stage LP regulator hose assembly attached. - Page 11 Natural Gas Requirements Verify the type of gas your grill has been configured for by the factory by checking the serial tag inside the door of the grill cabinet. Grills configured for natural gas (NG) are orificed differently than grills configured for liquid propane (LP) gas. Grills configured for use with natural gas are shipped with a gray hose with a quick-connect fitting.
- Page 12 Bulk Supply Liquid Propane Gas Requirements Verify the type of gas your grill has been configured for by the factory by checking the serial tag inside the door of the grill cabinet. Grills configured for liquid propane (LP) gas are orificed differently than grills configured for natural gas (NG).
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Page 13: Leak Testing
Homeowners should only check for leaks on the gas connections that are external to the grill. If the valves or other internal connections need to be checked, please call a qualified technician or Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet customer service at 1.800.868.1699. -
Page 14: Locating The Grill
Grill Location The Kalamazoo Gaucho Grill is designed for easy placement on an outdoor patio or deck. It is recommended that the grill be placed on a non-combustible surface. Choosing a Location: Important considerations for grill placement include exposure to wind, proximity to foot traffic and areas where people congregate and access to the gas supply. -
Page 15: Grill Dimensions
Grill Dimensions K750GB Gaucho Built-in Grill K750GB Wood-fired grilling with grill grate and motorized ƒ rotisserie spit that raise and lower above the fire 726 square inches of grilling area ƒ Two powerful gas burners to start the wood fire ƒ... - Page 16 K750GS Gaucho Freestanding Grill K750GS ƒ Wood-fired grilling with grill grate and motorized rotisserie spit that raise and lower above the fire ƒ 726 square inches of grilling area Two powerful gas burners to start the wood fire ƒ ƒ...
- Page 17 K750GT Gaucho Freestanding Grill K750GT ƒ Wood-fired grilling with grill grate and motorized rotisserie spit that raise and lower above the fire ƒ 726 square inches of grilling area Two powerful gas burners to start the wood fire ƒ ƒ...
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Page 18: Initial Assembly
Initial Assembly Your Kalamazoo Gaucho Grill requires only minor assembly, but many parts are individually wrapped to prevent damage. The only tool required is an hex key (provided) to mount the wheel. In the case of the K750GS model, you may also need to install the left side shelf. - Page 19 K750GS Model Only: Place the cooktop burner diffusion caps on the cooktop burners. Place the cooktop burner grid on the cooktop burner tray. Place the cooktop cover over the cooktop. Place an LP cylinder (not included) in the side cabinet and secure with chain.
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Page 20: Get To Know Your Grill
Get to Know Your Grill FIGURE 6 Wheel: Raise and lower the grill rack (see Figure LOWER 7:C) by rotating the wheel (A). The rack can be raised by rotating the wheel counter-clockwise (pull down on the front of the wheel rim). RAISE Always wear protective gloves when operating the wheel. - Page 21 Front Starter Burner: The front and rear starter burners are used to start a wood and/or charcoal fire. These burners do not provide cooking heat. They are used only for starting your cooking fire. Turn the burners off after the wood or charcoal fire is strong and self-sustaining.
- Page 22 Rotisserie Spit: Remove one, two or three grill grates (before the grill is hot) in order to make room for the rotisserie spit. The rotisserie spit can be used in conjunction with one or two grill grates if the length of the food on the spit allows room.
- Page 23 Use a customer-supplied single-outlet outdoor-rated extension cord to connect this short cord provided by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet to an outdoor-rated GFI outlet. The customer-supplied cord should be fed up through the hole in the floor pan of the grill that is protected by a rubber grommet.
- Page 24 Cooktop Grate: Supports pots and pans above the cooktop burners. Do not cover the entire grate with a griddle or otherwise block airflow above the burners. Cooktop Burners: The cooktop burners are made from machined brass with enameled cast iron diffusion caps.
- Page 25 Firebox Cover: The firebox cover should be installed when the grill is not in use, after it has cooled. The left piece of the two-piece cover has a gutter along the edge. Install the left piece first, then install the right piece so that it sits inside the gutter on the left piece.
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Page 26: Grill Controls
Grill Controls FIGURE 16 gaucho Front Starter Burner Control: Controls the flame on the front starter burner, which is used to ignite the wood cooking fire. The electronic ignition for the front starter burner is activated by pressing in the burner control knob. - Page 27 The hose must be replaced prior to using the grill. Replace the hose assembly with the exact type specified by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. Ensure the gas hose is clear of the grill. Keep the fuel supply hose away from all surfaces of the grill.
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Page 28: Lighting Your Grill
Lighting Your Grill Before lighting your grill, be sure you have followed the instructions in this Use and Care Guide regarding proper setup, placement, gas connections leak testing and safe operation, all of which precede this page. IMPORTANT: Do not use the grill if the odor of gas is present at any time. Follow leak testing procedures before using the grill. - Page 29 FIGURE 17 Manual Lighting Procedure: Starter Burners Remove grill cover (Figure 15:Y). Raise grill rack (Figure 7:B) so that you have a clearer view of the burners (Figure 8:D,G) Make sure all control knobs (Figure 16:A,B,F,G) are in the OFF position. Turn the main gas supply on.
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Page 30: Ignition System Power Supply
Ignition System Power Supply The ignition system that lights the burners utilizes a hot surface electronic ignition system with an AC power supply. The ignition system for cooktop burners utilizes a 9 volt battery to power an electronic spark ignition system. Plugging in the Grill A short, factory-supplied cord is connected to the grill’s electronic control box inside the main cabinet below the grill (see Figure 12). - Page 31 Flame Characteristics Every burner is tested and adjusted at the factory for proper performance. If a burner is not operating properly, it may be due to variations in the local gas supply or because of an obstructed air shutter or orifice. Flames should be stable without lifting from the burner. The flames should burn cleanly without creating any sooty residue.
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Page 32: Burner Adjustments
NOT be used until the problem is rectified. If you are not comfortable addressing the issue yourself, please hire a qualified technician or contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Customer Service at 1.800.868.1699. To Adjust the Starter Burner Air Shutters: The starter burner air shutters are easily accessed inside the base cabinet of the grill. -
Page 33: Cooking With Your Grill
„ Silicon basing brushes „ Kalamazoo laser-cut custom grilling surfaces with patterns optimized for cooking meat, fish and vegetables IMPORTANT: Before cooking, become familiar with all the information in this Use and Care Guide regarding safe operation of your grill. - Page 34 The cooking experience is engaging and involved as you get to know your grill and the characteristics of the wood fire. Working with the Grill Grates: The Kalamazoo Gaucho Grill comes standard with stainless steel rod „ grates. These may be exchanged for a laser-cut grill grate upgrade option, or the laser-cut grill grates can be purchased in addition.
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Page 35: Food Temperature Chart
Food Temperature Chart Doneness of meat should always be Beef Steaks Gourmet USDA determined using an instant-read meat Rare 120°F 140°F thermometer inserted in the thickest part Medium-rare 130°F 150°F of the meat and away from the bone. Medium 140°F 160°F While USDA temperature guidelines are Medium-well... -
Page 36: Caring For Your Grill
Caring for Your Grill Your Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet grill is made from high-quality 304 stainless steel and engineered for durability. Simple care and cleaning will provide a lifetime of service… Grilling Surfaces Before each cooking session, after the grill has pre-heated, use a stiff stainless steel grill brush to clean the grilling surface. - Page 37 Clogged orifices create a dangerous condition that must be resolved before the grill may be used. If you are not entirely comfortable with the procedure, please use a qualified technician or contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet customer service at 1.800.868.1699. To clean and inspect the starter burner gas...
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Page 38: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting The troubleshooting tips here are for general information only. The information may save you the trouble of a service call. If your grill requires service, contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet customer service at 1.800.868.1699. Grill won’t light: „ Starter burners: Does the hot surface igniter(Figure 8:G,J) when you press in and hold the control knob? If not, are you running off batteries or do you have the grill plugged in to an AC outlet? If one or neither hot surface igniter is glowing, call Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet customer service. - Page 39 1.800.868.1699...
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Page 40: Electrical Diagrams
K750G Series Wiring Diagram 1 FOOT CORD PROVIDED 120VAC X1 X2 POWER ROTISSERIE BOARD MOTOR LED 4 LED 3 LED 2 LED 1 MATE-N-LOK RECEPTACLE LED LIGHTING ON/OFF (-12VDC) LED-2 PUSHBUTTON (+12VDC) LED-1 SWITCH S2-2 S2-1 S1-2 MOTOR S1-1 ON/OFF PUSHBUTTON CONTROL SWITCH... - Page 41 Side Cabinet Lighting Wiring Diagram MATE-N-LOK RECEPTACLE LED 2 LED 1 CONTROL BOARD (+12VDC) LED-1 (-12VDC) LED-2 BLACK MATE-N-LOK PLUG The side cabinet on the K750GS model features LED control panel lighting the same as the main „ control panel. The Cabinet is factory installed on the grill, and the wiring harness for the lighting is factory connected to the main control board.
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Page 42: Warranty
This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, and all other obligations or liabilities related to the sale or use of Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet products. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. - Page 43 Sunbrella® Grill Covers A tailored cover is available for each model made from durable and fade-resistant black Sunbrella fabric with a silver Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet logo. Grill Master's Essential Accessories Long-cuffed leather gloves and precision 16-inch tongs both protect your hands above a hot grill while the embroidered apron protects your wardrobe.
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Page 44: Installation Checklist
Installation Checklist Installer should initial next to each item: … Specified clearances maintained. … No overhead combustible structure. … Initial assembly completed — all tape and internal packaging removed (see Figure 5): … Wheel installed … Ash pan installed and firebox chute closure installed …... - Page 45 … Unit and supply connections have been tested and are free of leaks: … LP cylinder connected to dual-stage regulator at 11" WC … Bulk LP supply regulated to 11" WC … Natural gas supply at 7" WC … Raising and lowering grill rack operation is smooth. …...
- Page 46 Gourmet is always focused on product improvement, we reserve the right to make changes at any time. This includes all specifications of the product. © 2015 Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, LLC. Not to be reproduced wholly or in part without specific written permission from Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, LLC.