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Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet K500HB Use And Care Manual

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  • Page 1 Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grills 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 Hybrid Fire Grill, we are here to help. Contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Customer Service at: 1.800.868.1699 customerservice@KalamazooGourmet.com...

  • 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 Recipes Caring for Your Grill...
  • Page 6 www.KalamazooGourmet.com...
  • Page 7 Grilling, searing, roasting, smoking, wok cooking, rotisserie turning, barbecuing and even baking. The power and versatility of Kalamazoo grills enable home chefs to passionately pursue any and every cooking style they desire. One secret to this performance is our deep firebox design. Turn the page to take a peek inside.
  • Page 8 www.KalamazooGourmet.com...
  • Page 9 Our advanced cooking concept. There is nothing like a Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grill. Literally. Just look inside. From the burners with more than 100 BTUs per square inch of cooking power, to the ability to cook with any combination of charcoal, wood and gas, no one makes a grill more worthy of being the centerpiece of your outdoor kitchen.

  • Page 10: 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.

  • Page 11: California Proposition 65 Warning

    Safe Operation CONTINUED „ Do not obstruct any of the openings on the grill or otherwise obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Do not build the grill into any combustible structure that is closer than 6 inches from the sides and back.
  • Page 12 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 13 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.

  • Page 14: Gas Requirements

    Liquid Propane Gas Requirements (30-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).

  • Page 15: Natural Gas Requirements

    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.
  • Page 16 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).

  • Page 17: 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 18: Required Clearances

    Grill Location The Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire 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 19: Grill Dimensions

    Built-in Grill Dimensions K500HB Hybrid Fire Built-in Grill K500HB ƒ 506 square inches of primary grilling area Two cast brass burners, 27,500 BTUs each (24,000 LP) ƒ ƒ 23” x 22” primary grilling surface Ignition burner with electronic hot surface ignition ƒ...
  • Page 20 K750HB Hybrid Fire Built-in Grill K750HB ƒ 726 square inches of primary grilling area ƒ Three cast brass burners, 27,500 BTUs each (24,000 LP) ƒ 33” x 22” primary grilling surface Ignition burner with electronic hot surface ignition ƒ Rotisserie system with infrared burner; motor mounted in ƒ...
  • Page 21 K1000HB Hybrid Fire Built-in Grill K1000HB ƒ 1,012 square inches of primary grilling area ƒ Four cast brass burners, 27,500 BTUs each (24,000 LP) ƒ 46” x 22” primary grilling surface ƒ Ignition burner with electronic hot surface ignition Rotisserie system with two infrared burners; ƒ...
  • Page 22 Freestanding Grill Dimensions K500HS Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill K500HS 72 1/4" 32" 54 5/8" 36" 26 1/2" 3 1/4" K500HT Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill K500HT 68 1/4" 32" 54 5/8" 36" 26 1/2" 27 7/8" 3 1/4" www.KalamazooGourmet.com...
  • Page 23 K750HS Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill K750HS 82 1/4" 32" 54 5/8" 36" 26 1/2" 3 1/4" K750HT Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill K750HT 78 1/4" 32" 54 5/8" 36" 26 1/2" 3 1/4" 1.800.868.1699...
  • Page 24 K1000HS Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill K1000HS 95 1/4" 32" 54 5/8" 36" 26 1/2" 3 1/4" K1000HT Hybrid Fire Freestanding Grill K1000HT 91 1/4" 32" 54 5/8" 36" 26 1/2" 3 1/4" www.KalamazooGourmet.com...

  • Page 25: Initial Assembly

    Initial Assembly Your Hybrid Fire Grill does not require any major assembly, but some pieces are wrapped individually to prevent shipping damage. Place the warming rack above the rotisserie Place the LP cylinder (HS LP models only) in the burner(s). The end with the dog leg bend should side cabinet and secure with the chain.

  • Page 26: Get To Know Your Grill

    Get to Know Your Grill FIGURE 7 Hood Vent: Adjusts air flow for charcoal and wood cooking. Wear a protective grilling glove to operate the hood vent as it can become quite hot. Hood Thermometer: Measures the air temperature inside the grill’s cook box. The cooking surface temperature is typically greater than the temperature of the air as read by the hood thermometer.
  • Page 27 Rotisserie Spit and Forks: Use for rotisserie cooking. Always balance the food on the spit as well as possible by centering its weight around the spit. Secure the food tightly with the rotisserie forks and tighten the thumb screws well. Butchers twine may be used in addition to the rotisserie forks to hold rolled roasts securely.
  • Page 28 Hybrid Fire Grilling Drawer: When empty, the special patterns and angles in the Hybrid Fire Grilling Drawer diffuse the main burner heat for gas-fired grilling. Add charcoal and/or wood to the drawer for grilling with solid fuel. IMPORTANT: Never over-fill the drawer to the point where it cannot be opened and closed. Over filling the drawer can create a fire so hot that it may be dangerous or may damage your grill.
  • Page 29 FIGURE 11 Main Burners: These cast brass burners provide the primary heat for the grill. Located below the Hybrid Fire Grilling Drawer, they Main burners are secured can also be used to start a charcoal and/or wood fire. The main to the burner brackets with burners do not have their own individual ignition points.
  • Page 30 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 31 FIGURE 16 Hood Assist Springs: Kalamazoo grill hoods are built much heavier than the hoods on other grills in order to deliver years of service and endure the heat of charcoal and wood fires. Please note, despite the heavy-gauge material and welded...

  • Page 32: Grill Controls

    Grill Controls FIGURE 18 CAUTION Ignition Burner Control: Controls the flame K500H Series 1. Read instructions before lighting. on the ignition burner which is used to start 2. Open lid during lighting. CAUTION the main burners. The electronic ignition for 3.
  • Page 33 We provide a 30-pound cylinder for those customers who cannot connect their grill to a bulk fuel supply. In testing, a full cylinder effectively supplies a Kalamazoo grill with three primary burners on HIGH for approximately 3 hours before the safety check valve causes the grill to stop operating.
  • Page 34 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.

  • Page 35: 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 (see page 13) 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.

  • Page 36: Cooktop Burners

    CAUTION urn the burner control(s) off, 1. Read instructions before lighting. rocedure. 2. Open lid during lighting. 3. If ignition does not occur in 5 seconds, turn the burner control(s) off, wait 5 minutes, and repeat the lighting procedure. Cooktop Burners Key to Burner Control Labels Remove the stainless steel cover from the cooktop burners (see Figure 13:R page 26).

  • Page 37: Ignition System Power Supply

    Ignition System Power Supply The ignition system that lights the ignition burner and rotisserie burner(s) utilizes a hot surface electronic ignition system with an AC power supply and a DC battery backup. The ignition system for cooktop burners utilizes a 9 volt battery to power an electronic spark ignition system.
  • Page 38 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.

  • Page 39: Burner Adjustments

    A sooty flame is usually caused by dirt, debris or spider nests blocking the air shutter or orifice. This is a dangerous condition. The grill should 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.
  • Page 40 FIGURE 25 Too much air may cause the flames to “lift off” the burner. This is a dangerous condition that must be avoided. Do not open the air shutter too far. Too much air will also make it more difficult to light the burner. You may test burn the grill to fine-tune the air shutter.
  • Page 41 To Adjust the Ignition Burner Air Shutter: The ignition burner air shutter (see Figure 25:A page 36) is accessed within the base cabinet of the grill at the left-hand side or by removing the control panel (see previous section on adjusting the main burner air shutters for instructions on removing the control panel).Open the cabinet door and look inside up below the control panel to locate the ignition burner air shutter.
  • Page 42 „ 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 43 This is one of the best features of the Kalamazoo. You can enjoy cooking with the dry heat of a charcoal fire while burning less charcoal by using the burners below to supplement and prolong the heat.
  • Page 45 Hybrid Cooking Kalamazoo Hybrid Fire Grills combine the best of all worlds — gas, charcoal and wood. These grills offer the convenience of a gas grill while still delivering the cooking experiences of a charcoal grill. Perhaps best of all, a hybrid grill consumes less charcoal or wood thanks to the ability of the gas burners to supplement the heat.
  • Page 47 Barbecue Barbecue sauce does not make barbecue. Low heat and long cooking times with the use of wood smoke are the key characteristics. Temperatures as low as 200°F are used for as long as 24 hours. The food is kept away from the fire by using the indirect grilling technique or even an offset fire box.
  • Page 49 Grilling Basics: Grilling Better A few key skills make grilling more satisfying and successful. The following tips and tricks represent some of the best of what we have learned from cooking with fire over the years. Whole Chicken More than rotisserie, “Beer Can” or other popular methods for cooking a whole chicken, we prefer to butterfly and roast it.
  • Page 51 Prepare the grill for cooking over a direct fire with a grilling temperature of 500°F. If you have a Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet laser-cut vegetable grill surface — sized so that the veggies won’t fall down into the fire — the veggies will go directly onto the grill grate.

  • Page 53: Recipes

    (discard the skewers), grilled bread, olives and cheese. Drizzle Fresh thyme leaves picked from 3 to 4 a little olive oil onto each salad, sprinkle with thyme leaves and serve. sprigs Recipe by Russ Faulk for Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. Find more recipes online at KalamazooGourmet.com 1.800.868.1699...
  • Page 55 Coarsely chop the onion. Fold together the bacon, pasta, sprouts, onion Recipe by Russ Faulk for Kalamazoo and beans along with the dressing. Serve warm or refrigerate for serving Outdoor Gourmet. Find more recipes later.
  • Page 57 About 10 slices prosciutto (1 slice for every 3 asparagus spears) Grill the wraps over direct heat, turning frequently, until the asparagus is marked and the prosciutto is crispy. Serve hot. Recipe by Russ Faulk for Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. Find more recipes online at KalamazooGourmet.com 1.800.868.1699...
  • Page 59 Place the boards in the indirect cooking zone (the area without fire Recipe by Russ Faulk for Kalamazoo below) directly on the grill grate. Close the hood and roast for about Outdoor Gourmet. Find more recipes 30 minutes or until an instant read thermometer registers 115°F inside...
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  • Page 61 Cook the peppers and onions in the hot skillet, tossing frequently until nicely browned, about five minutes. Top each burger with peppers and Recipe by Russ Faulk for Kalamazoo onions, transfer to the rolls and serve. Outdoor Gourmet. Find more recipes online at KalamazooGourmet.com...
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  • Page 63 155°F when inserted away from the bone. As soon as you have moved the chops to the indirect zone, combine Recipe by Russ Faulk for Kalamazoo the maple syrup, blueberries and 1/2 teaspoon smoked salt in a large Outdoor Gourmet. Find more recipes saucepan (although the ingredients would easily fit in a smaller pan, the online at KalamazooGourmet.com...
  • Page 65 45 for instructions) Place the chickens flat on the grill in the indirect zone with the skin-sides up. (If your grill is not as large as a Kalamazoo 900 Series, you will likely 1 cup hickory wood chips, soaked need to cook the chickens only one or two at a time.)
  • Page 67 Close the grill hood and cook for 5 to 10 minutes with the contraption still in Recipe by Russ Faulk for Kalamazoo the direct grilling zone (making sure the wood chips only smoke and Outdoor Gourmet.
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  • Page 69 They should open within 2 minutes. Continue cooking for 1 more minute 1 teaspoon kosher salt after they open. 1/4 cup heavy cream Serve the mussels over the sauce. 18 live mussels Apple wood chunks Recipe by Russ Faulk for Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. Find more recipes online at KalamazooGourmet.com 1.800.868.1699...
  • Page 71 Close and serve warm (with extra About 4 ounces sour cherry spread (I napkins). used Dalmatia Sour Cherry Spread, which I found at the cheese counter) Recipe by Russ Faulk for Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. Find more recipes online at KalamazooGourmet.com 1.800.868.1699...
  • Page 72 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 73 Caring for Your Hybrid Fire 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 74: Interior Cleaning

    Caring for Your Hybrid Fire Grill CONTINUED Interior Cleaning It is a good idea to occasionally burn off residue in your grill. Run the grill with the main burners on high with the hood closed for at least 30 minutes. This will burn off accumulated residue and dry everything out. The more you use sauces or grill fatty foods, the more frequently you should do this burn cycle.
  • Page 75 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 inspect the main burner orifices, remove the control panel according to the instructions beginning on page 37.

  • Page 76: Troubleshooting

    If you are running off of DC power, and neither ignition coil is glowing, try replacing the batteries. If you are running off of AC power and one or neither ignition coil is glowing, call Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet customer service.
  • Page 77 K500H Series Wiring Diagram 1 FOOT CORD PROVIDED LED 5 LED 4 LED 3 LED 2 LED 1 MATE-N-LOK 120VAC RECEPTACLE X1 X2 LED LIGHTING ON/OFF (-12VDC) LED-2 PUSHBUTTON (+12VDC) LED-1 SWITCH S2-2 CONTROL S2-1 BOARD S1-2 MOTOR S1-1 ON/OFF PUSHBUTTON SWITCH MATE-N-LOK...
  • Page 78 K750H Series Wiring Diagram 1 FOOT CORD PROVIDED LED 7 LED 6 LED 5 LED 4 LED 3 LED 2 LED 1 MATE-N-LOK 120VAC RECEPTACLE X1 X2 LED LIGHTING ON/OFF (-12VDC) LED-2 PUSHBUTTON (+12VDC) LED-1 SWITCH S2-2 CONTROL S2-1 BOARD S1-2 MOTOR S1-1...
  • Page 79 K1000H Series Wiring Diagram 1 FOOT CORD PROVIDED LED 9 LED 8 LED 7 LED 6 LED 5 LED 4 LED 3 LED 2 LED 1 120VAC X1 X2 MATE-N-LOK LED LIGHTING RECEPTACLE ON/OFF (-12VDC) LED-2 PUSHBUTTON (+12VDC) LED-1 SWITCH S2-2 CONTROL S2-1...
  • Page 80 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 K500HS, K750HS and K1000HS models 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.

  • Page 81: Caring For Your Grill

    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 82 Kalamazoo Grill Accessories 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. Laser-cut Meat Laser-cut Fish Laser-cut Vegetable Laser-cut Cooking Surfaces Custom-cut from 1/4"...
  • Page 83 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. Steak Champ Electronic Steak Thermometers electronic thermometer eliminates the guesswork and manages the numerous variables to help you serve masterfully-grilled steaks every time.

  • Page 84: 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 6 page 21): Ash pan installed Control knobs installed Warming rack installed (place in up position to allow rotisserie rod installation) Rotisserie rod and forks installed Hybrid Fire Grilling Drawer installed Primary cooking grates installed...
  • Page 85 Cooktop burners (model-dependant) light within 4 to 5 seconds following lighting procedure. External manual shut-off valve is installed and accessible. Homeowner informed of external shut-off valve location as well as shut-off valve inside grill (model-dependant). Unit and supply connections have been tested and are free of leaks: LP cylinder connected to dual-stage regulator at 11"...
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  • Page 87 Kalamazoo’s equipment is still built by hand with the same dedication to quality and craftsmanship. We build it to order, and we ship directly from our factory in Kalamazoo, Michigan to homes all over the globe. When each grill has been through the process of cutting, forming, welding, finishing, assembly and testing, it is signed by the people who made it with their own hands.
  • Page 88 This includes all specifications of the product. © 2012 Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, LLC. Not to be reproduced wholly or in part without specific written permission from Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet, LLC. Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet...

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