Z GRILLS ZPG-450A Manual

COMPONENT LIST

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

List:

Hopper/Burner Assembly:

BODY FRAME ASSEMBLY:

1. Attach 2pcs Leg(20)(21) to Right and Left Lateral Leg(29)(28) with Bolt(B), Spring Washers(E), Flat Gasket(J) orderly.
2. Attach Axle(27) go through the holes of Wheels(25) and Right Lateral Leg(28), then install the Flat Washer on the inside, finally install the Cap Nuts(M) and tighten with a wrench.

MOUNTING THE BODY FRAME TO THE CHAMBER:

1. Turn the grill body over, attach the Leg with Wheels(25) to the chamber by using Bolt(B), Spring Washers(E), Flat Gasket(J) orderly. Using screwdriver to tighten them.
   

INSTALLING CHAMBER HANDLE TO LID:

1. Keep the Lid(4) open, attach Bolt(A) through Gasket(G), then installing handle(6) to Lid(4). Repeat the above steps on the other side.
   
2. Using wrench to tighten them.(Do not over tighten these Bolts)

ATTACHING HOPPER HANDLE TO HOPPER LID:

1. Keep the Hopper Burner Lid(44) open. Penetrate the Bolt(F) into the hole on the Hopper Burner Lid(44), then install the Hopper Lid Handle(24) by screwdriver.
   

ATTACHING THE SMOKESTACK AND CHIMNEY CAP:

1. Using bolt (A) through the holes of Smokestack(10) and the holes of Smokestack Insulation Cotton(11), attaching two bolts(A) to the hole of Grill body, then attaching Gasket(G) and nuts(H), using wrench to tighten them.
   

ATTACHING LATERAL FLAT PALLET AND FRONT FLAT PLATE:

1. Penetrate the 6 Bolts(B) through the Front Flat Plate Bracket(14)(17).
2. Penetrate the Step Screw(C) through the Front Flat Plate Bracket(14) and Spring Washer(E), attaching Cap Nuts(D) then use screwdriver and wrench to tighten them. Repeat the above steps on the other side.
3. Penetrate the Bolts(B) through Hopper Handle(43), tighten it with screwdriver. Penetrate the Bolts(B) through the holes of the right side of grill and Lateral Flat Plate(22), tighten it with screwdriver.

ATTACHING HEAT BAFFLE: Attaching the Heat Baffle(30) on the Fire Pot, as shown.

POSITIONING THE GREASE DRAIN PAN: Locate the Grease Drain Pan(31) on the pan support inside the Chamber(7).

ATTACHING COOKING GRATE AND WARMING RACK: Attaching the Porcelain cooking grate(32) and warming rack(33) in the chamber, as shown.

HANG ON THE GREASE BASKET: Locate the Grease Drain Tube which is on the right side of the chamber, then hang the Grease Basket(19) on the hook. As shown.

INITIAL FIRING INSTRUCTIONS

Please read this manual carefully and follow it step by step before starting your Z Grills for the first time and each time the grill runs out of pellets.

1. Remove the Porcelain Grills, Grease Drain Pan and Heat Baffle from the interior of the grill.
2. Open the Pellet Hopper Lid, make sure there are no foreign objects in the Auger and Hopper.
3. With the Switch is in the OFF(O) position, plug the power cord into 110 Volt AC grounded outlet.
4. Turn on your Z Grills and turn the Temperature Dial to SMOKE position. Please check the following things:
   
   Please do not touch it!

• Confirm the Auger is turning.
• Hold your fingers above the Firepot to confirm the fan is blowing air through the Firepot.
• Look to see the Hot Rod should turn a light red slowly (It takes approximately 1-2 minutes.)

5. Turn the Temperature Dial to SHUT DOWN CYCLE. (Please note the draft fan will stay on for 10 minutes in this mode.)
6. Fill the Pellet Hopper with Pellets. Then turn the Temperature Dial to HIGH. It takes some time for the Pellets traveled through the tube, when the Pellets start to drop, turn the Temperature Dial to SHUT DOWN CYCLE.
7. Turn the Temperature Dial to SMOKE. Allow the Pellets come to full flame. Once flames are coming out of the Firepot, turn the Temperature Dial to SHUT DOWN CYCLE and let the grill cool down. [We suggest that you should warp Grease Drain Pan up with heavy-duty aluminum foil before using because it is easy to clean.]
8. Place components back in place. Open the lid and turn the Temperature Dial to SMOKE. A few minutes later, when you see whitish-gray smoke coming out of the grill then close the lid and turn the Temperature Dial to any cooking setting desired.
9. Set Temperature Dial to HIGH and let grill run for 45 minutes at this setting to rid it of any foreign matter. This step must be done before cooking any food.
10. Please preheat the grill for 10 minutes before placing food. This make your grill to heat up and quickly return to your desired temperature once your food is placed. Otherwise it will take a longer period of time to bring both the grill and the food to your desired cooking temperature.

ALWAYS START THE GRILL ON SMOKE SETTING WITH THE LID OPEN After the Pellets are ignited, you can turn the Temperature Dial to any cooking temperature desired.

SUBSEQUENT START-UP

Please take attention: If the grill fails to light or the fire in the Firepot goes out while cooking, it is vital to follow these steps when sufficient pellets are still in the Pellet Hopper. Failure to follow the steps may cause a hazardous "over-firing" of your grill due to an excess of unburned pellets in the Firepot.

1. Turn OFF the appliance and unplug the Power Cord. After the grill cool down, remove all food, the Porcelain Grills, Grease Drain Pan and the Heat Baffle.
2. Remove all unburned pellets and ash from inside and around the Firepot. (See instruction for proper handling and disposal of ash)
3. Plug the Power Cord and turn on the grill. Pellets should fall into the Firepot and the Hot Rod should begin to heat (it will start to turn red).
4. If this step is successful, you will see flames come out of the Firepot. Then turn off the grill and let it cool down. Then place components back in place. Open the lid and turn the Temperature Dial to SMOKE. A few minutes later, when you see whitish-gray smoke coming out of the grill then close the lid and turn the Temperature Dial to any cooking setting desired.
5. If this step is not successful, see TROUBLESHOOTING or contact Z GRILLS Technical Support to help diagnose the problem before proceeding to the MANUAL LIGHTING INSTRCUTIONS below:

2. Controller Operation
   Shutdown Cycle:

• Auger turns off
• Fan continues to run for 5 minutes
  After finished cooking, turn the Temperature Dial to Shutdown Cycle position, the function of this setting is leave the Draft Induction Fan running for 10 minutes to burn redundant pellets in the fire pot. After the fan runs for 10 minutes the fan will stop running and the controller will power off.
  
  The main power switch will shut the power off to the controller and the Temperature Dial Knob switch will cut off power to the grill components only. When servicing the controller or any parts ensure that the power supply is disconnected to avoid a shock hazard.
• LEr(Low Temperature Alarm )
  Grill temp was below 150℉ for more than 20 minutes.
• HEr(High Temperature Alarm )
  Grill temp reached 550℉.
• Er1
  Ensure temperature probe is properly connected to controller board.
• Er2
  Temperature probe short circuit. Whenever either of these alarm conditions occurs you should check to see what caused this condition and fix the problem.

Please note: After Shutdown Cycle running for 10 minutes, then you can turn the Switch in the OFF(O) position. Otherwise, it may even cause the fire in the Firepot go into the Pellet Hopper.

OPERATING TIPS

1. Just like other barbecues, the actual temperature of this grill or the cooking times will be affected by external temperature, humidity, wind conditions, quality of pellets and so on.
2. It is better to shelter your grill from the wind, this will aid in temperature output, heat retention and heat recovery time when opening the lid.
3. Do not open the lid frequently, it will increase your cooking time. But you can open the lid when you want the grill to cool down quickly.
4. Please preheat the grill for 10 minutes before placing food. This make your grill to heat up and quickly return to your desired temperature once your food is placed. Otherwise it will take a longer period of time to bring both the grill and the food to your desired cooking temperature.
5. Never move your grill while running.
6. Never put water into the Pellet Hopper or Firepot.
7. Never add pellets to Firepot directly. It is dangerous. If you run out of pellets and lose your fire while cooking, let the grill cool down and start again with the INITIAL FIRING INSTRUCTIONS.
8. We recommend you cover your Grease Drain Pan with heavy-duty aluminum foil and change it frequently. This is the simplest way to maintain your Grease Drain Pan. Failure to clean the Grease Drain Pan, V-shaped Grease Drain and Grease Drain Tube may caused grease fires. If this situation happens, turn the Switch OFF(O) to reduce the amount of oxygen in the Chamber and keep the lid open until the fire is completely out. AT THE SAME TIME, BE CAREFUL NOT TO BURN YOURSELF. When the grill is completely cool, clean any grease accumulation from the V-shaped Grease Drain and the Grease Drain Pan. Replace the foil on the Grease Drain Pan. Then restart the grill and resume cooking.

MAINTENANCE & CLEANING

Your Z Grills also needs your maintenance.

Make sure your grill is OFF and cold completely before performing any maintenance and cleaning.

Grease:

• With long-term use, it caused the accumulation of grease on the Flue Lining, the Grease Drain Tube, the V-shaped Grease Drain and the Grease Drain Pan. Always be sure these grease catch area is clean and free of debris. You should check and clean these area periodically to reduce the risk of fire.
• Our design of the Grease Basket allows you to easily replace disposable paper cups without cleaning.
• It is easier to clean of accumulated grease when the grill is still warm -- not hot.
  Be Careful Not To Burn Yourself. Gloves are recommended.
  If too much grease is allowed to build up in the V-shaped Grease Drain or is allowed to plug the Grease Drain Tube, a grease fire could result. So it is necessary to clean these area regularly. You can scarp the grease accumulation from inside the V-shaped Grease Drain and Grease Drain Tube by using a stiff, nonmetallic tool. Much of the loosened grease can be push down through the Grease Drain Tube and fall into the Grease Basket. Wipe up remaining grease residue with paper towels or disposable rags.

Flue Pipe(Smoke Stack)

• Remove the Chimney Cap Assembly, clean it with warm soap water. Scrape the creosote and grease accumulation from inside of the vertical and horizontal sections of the Flue Pipe using a stiff, nonmetallic tool such as a wooden paint stir stick. Once the creosote and grease residue has been loosened from the Flue Pipe Lining, much of it can be cleaned with paper towels or disposable rags. Do not spray water or other liquid cleaners onto the inside of the grill.

Outside surfaces

• Use a warm soap water to wipe the grease. Do not use oven cleaner, abrasive cleansers or abrasive cleaning pads on the outside grill surfaces.
• Use Z Grills Cover to protect your grill is highly recommended.
• Use a high-quality car wax on the outside surfaces of the grill can protect your paint finish.

Internal component

• For the Porcelain-coated Grill Grates, we recommend using a long-handled cleaning brush to give the Porcelain-coated Grill Grates a quick brushing when you finish the barbecue. It takes only a minute and it will be ready the next time you want to use the grill.
• Clean the inner temperature probe after each time use.

Ash

• Clean the ash from the interior of the grill periodically, otherwise excess ash in the firepot may cause your fire to go out, especially in the SMOKE setting. A shop vac is an excellent tool to handle the ash.
  
  Make sure you grill is cold when you want to clean the ash from the grill.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Make sure the grill is completely cool and unplugged before you do any inspection, cleaning, maintenance or service work.

DIGTAL THERMOSTAT CONTROL WIRING DIAGRAM

Z GRILLS SUPPORT

Thank you for shopping with us! If you have any question, feel free to contact us or your dealer. Z GRILLS INC. will offer the best technical and sales support in the industry. Please be prepared to provide the following information:

• Dealer's name, date of purchase
• Purchaser's name, phone number, address, Z Grills model number, serial number and part identification number from the COMPONENT LIST
• Please describe your problem accurately so that we can help you figure out. It would be better if you can provide some pictures or video about the issue.

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Documents / Resources

References

• Z Grills® Official Website | Top Rated Pellet Grills

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