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MAK GRILLS
Owner's Manual
Pellet BBQ Smoker-Grill
Model EP-380-1G
Welcome to the MAK GRILLS family! We're so pleased that you've
chosen an American-made product, proudly manufactured in Dallas,
Oregon. We're proud to be an American-based company that makes
every effort to purchase our materials locally.
If you have any questions concerning the assembly or operation of your
MAK GRILL, please contact us at (503) 623-1234, Monday-Friday
between 8:00AM-5:00PM Pacific Time. You can also email us:
service@makgrills.com. Additional information can also be found on our
website, www.makgrills.com
Please record the following information here for future reference:
Grill Serial Number:
_______________
(located on the left end of the grill on the access panel)
Inspected by:__________________________ Date:_____________
Purchased from: _______________________
Date:_____________
Please keep your sales receipt in a safe place for reference if needed.
NOTICE!
PLEASE READ THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE
ASSEMBLING OR USING YOUR GRILL!
The MAK GRILL was designed for RESIDENTIAL OUTDOOR USE
ONLY!
Any other use may cause serious injury and will void any and all
warranties. Do not operate this grill in the vicinity of any liquid
combustibles such as gasoline, or use any such items inside the unit.
Maintain a clearance of at least (24) twenty-four inches around this grill at
all times. The One Star exhausts out the back of the main chamber, so
keep that area clean. Only touch handles with the understanding that the
unit will be HOT during operation. In case of fire or other emergency,
unplug the unit immediately from the power source. Before removing any
electric powered component or the Pellet Boss® Control board for
servicing or other reason, disconnect unit from power source.

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  • Page 1 Owner’s Manual Pellet BBQ Smoker-Grill Model EP-380-1G Welcome to the MAK GRILLS family! We're so pleased that you've chosen an American-made product, proudly manufactured in Dallas, Oregon. We're proud to be an American-based company that makes every effort to purchase our materials locally.
  • Page 2 Superior Wood Pellet BBQ Smoker-Grills ABLE OF ONTENTS GRILL CONTENTS & PARTS LIST Page 3 BBQ DIAGRAM/HARDWARE LIST Page 4 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS Page 5 READ THIS BEFORE USING! Page 7 ® PELLET BOSS INSTRUCTIONS Page 9 CLEANING YOUR GRILL Page 16 TROUBLE SHOOTING &...
  • Page 3 ACKAGE ONTENTS There will be some assembly of your MAK 1 STAR GENERAL GRILL required. Please make sure that you have each of the items listed below when removing your grill from the shipping carton. Please refer to the BBQ PARTS LIST for help in identifying the individual components needed to assemble and operate your grill.
  • Page 4: Grill

    BBQ D IAGRAM 1 Star Grill Hardware List APPLICATION SCREWS WASHERS NUTS Leg Panels SBHCS SST 1/4-20 x 3/8" 1/4 - 20 flange lock nut Baffle SBHCS SST 1/4-20 x 3/8" 1/4 - 20 flange lock nut Access Panel Cover SBHCS SST 1/4-20 x 3/8"...
  • Page 5: Left Leg

    SSEMBLY NSTRUCTIONS NOTE: The assembly of the 1 Star Grill requires (2) two people. Before you begin the assembly process, take the outer cardboard packing surrounding the grill from the pallet. You may either flatten it, or leave it as is to place the barbecue body onto it during assembly. Remove all parts and components from the grill and pallet, and place them in an area that does not interfere with the assembly process.
  • Page 6: Grease

    c) Position the RIGHT leg panel as shown (illustration 1-B Right Leg Panel Assembly). This will require lifting the barbecue body in order to properly align the panel screw holes with those on the barbecue body. d) Attach the RIGHT LEG panel to the barbecue body by installing the screws on the top side of the panel.
  • Page 7: Read This Before Using

    READ THIS BEFORE USING YOUR GRILL! WARNING! This unit will get extremely hot! Only touch handles while operating. NITIAL TART ROCEDURE Make sure the grill is assembled properly. Remove any shipping materials, parts or supplies from inside the grill before lighting the grill. 1) Fill hopper with hardwood barbecue pellets 2) Plug grill power cord into a 110 grounded outlet 3 Push the On/Off button once.
  • Page 8 HUT DOWN PROCEDURE Push the On/Off button one time. The Pellet Boss will automatically begin the cool-down mode. The grill may run for as long as (20) twenty minutes before it completely shuts down. NOTE: Always wait at least (10) ten minutes after the grill has completely turned off before placing the cover on the grill.
  • Page 9 ® PELLET BOSS PERATING NSTRUCTIONS ON/OFF BUTTON This button is on the left-hand side of the Pellet Boss ® control faceplate. To turn the grill on or off, press the button once. When first turned on, the grill will begin the ignition cycle. SMOKE will be displayed.
  • Page 10 Example: You want to set a MEAT PROBE alarm for 150 degrees. Press the RIGHT Arrow button to advance the screen to Probe 1. Now press the STAR button. The word OFF will flash. Use the UP or DOWN ARROW button until you reach 150 degrees. Now press the STAR button to accept that meat probe alert temperature.
  • Page 11 PELLET BOSS ® & S CREEN ISPLAY ESCRIPTIONS ETTINGS Screen Display - SET POINT Description: Shows the temperature setting for the main cooking chamber. Note: When you first turn on the grill, the default SETPOINT temperature is SMOKE. Settings: The setpoint temperature can be changed in (5) five degree increments from 200 degrees up to 450 degrees.
  • Page 12 NOTE: For best results, prevent twisting the probe cable, exposing it to high heat or direct flame, or immersing it in water. To clean, wipe the probe with a damp cloth with mild detergent. The probes should only be used to monitor internal meat temperatures, not your grill's cooking temperature.
  • Page 13 Press the STAR key to accept your starting cooking temperature. The screen will now display END 1.1. SET: NONE. Use the ARROW buttons for NONE, TIME or MEAT PROBE 1, 2 or 3. If you have selected a MEAT PROBE, you will need to select a temperature for the probe to reach in order for the program to go to the 1.2 setting in the program.
  • Page 14 ALARMS Description: When ALARMS are set and reached, the Pellet Boss ® will sound a LOUD beep, and the appropriate display screen will flash. The alarm is programmed to sound for (10) ten minutes before it automatically shuts off. Settings: To end an active alarm, push any button on the Pellet Boss ®...
  • Page 15: Register Your Grill

    COOL & SHUT DOWN Description: This screen appears whenever you press the ON/OFF button to turn the grill OFF. The controller will run the fan on high speed until the temperature in the grill drops to 160 degrees. It will then switch to a 4 minute countdown-timer and entirely shut the unit OFF.
  • Page 16 CLEANING YOUR MAK GRILL In order to keep your MAK looking as good as new, follow these recommended cleaning/maintenance guidelines. Take care of your MAK, and it will take good care of you! EXTERIOR: Fan Panel: Twice a year clean the ports in the fan panel of dust, dirt, pollen or other debris.
  • Page 17 INTERIOR: Cooking Grates: While grates are still warm from cooking, take a grill brush and scrub off food debris. Follow by rubbing a paper towel from front to back on the grates to finish cleaning. Or remove from grill and soak in hot, soapy water.
  • Page 18 RECOMMENDED RECOMMENDED EXTERIOR CLEANING INTERIOR CLEANING SCHEDULE SCHEDULE Clean Grill Finish Firepot WEEKLY WEEKLY Grill Shelves Louvers Cooking Chamber Grease Chute MONTHLY MONTHLY Accumulated Pellet Ash ONCE PER ONCE PER Clean Pellet Hopper Grease Shield QUARTER QUARTER TWICE TWICE Clean Fan Panel Heat Diffuser A YEAR A YEAR...
  • Page 19 The MAK GRILLS service number is (503) 623-1234. Help is available Monday-Friday between 8:00 AM- 4:30 PM, Pacific Time. There are also a number of helpful videos on the MAK GRILLS website; www.makgrills.com You may also email us at: service@makgrills.com...
  • Page 20 Drop a match into the firepot. Wait (5) Five minutes and allow the fire in the firepot to establish. Replace interior components-making sure you don't get burnt. Turn on grill and cook as normal. Contact MAK GRILLS for a replacement igniter.
  • Page 21 ACTION TO TAKE PROBLEM FAN DOES The fan should operate any time the power is turned on. If NOT RUN the fan is not running, unplug the power cord, remove the fan/access panel to get to the back of the control board. Make sure that the plug labeled FAN is tightly plugged into the BLUE receptacle on the back of the Pellet Boss®...
  • Page 22 SUPPORT for a variety of helpful videos. For any additional operation issues not covered in this guide, please contact your local MAK GRILLS DEALER. You may also phone us at (503) 623-1234 between 9AM-4:30 PM, Monday-Friday, Pacific Time or contact us via email: service@makgrills.com...
  • Page 23 PELLET BOSS ® REAR VIEW Use this diagram to familiarize yourself with each of the components and plug receptacles found on the back of the Pellet Boss® control board. In the event that you will need to do any grill repairs, you will have a better idea where to locate and correctly plug in a component.
  • Page 24: Accessories

    (3) years from date of purchase against defects in material and workmanship under normal residential use and maintenance. MAK GRILLS will provide a replacement part for any part found by MAK GRILLS to be defective and shall not be responsible for any re-assembly. Original part(s) approved for return by the MAK GRILLS Service Department must be returned prepaid by customer.
  • Page 25 CCESSORIES Grills Grill Cover Mobile™ Searing Grate Griddle ® Remote Boss Upper Grill Grate Meat Probes Half Upper Grill Grate Rib Rack Pellet Bucket MAK GRILL RUBS & SAUCES Enhance the flavor of your favorite meats and foods with MAK Rubs & Sauces. You’ll love how they add to the special flavor you get cooking on your MAK GRILL.
  • Page 26: Basic Mak Grill Recipes

    BASIC MAK GRILL RECIPES Here are some basic recipes to get you cooking on your MAK GRILL. These recipes will help you become acquainted with how the grill operates, and allow you to become accustomed to the many features and types of cooking you can do on your MAK GRILL.
  • Page 27 Brisket (Approximate cooking time: 12-18 hours) Note: Brisket cannot be cooked quickly. It is the toughest cut on the cow and requires ample cooking time for the meat to become tender. The approximate cooking time is 12-18 hours depending on the weight of your brisket.
  • Page 28 POULTRY Whole Chicken (Approximate cooking time: 2-2.5 hours) 1-whole chicken (4-5 lbs) 2 Tbsp. olive oil 2-3 Tbsp. MAK Bird Rub Optional: vertical roaster Wipe chicken down, remove gizzards and trim off excess skin from tail and neck section. Rub a thin layer of olive oil over entire surface of chicken. Apply MAK Bird Rub to entire outside of chicken.
  • Page 29 PORK Sweet 'N Spicy Baby Back Ribs (Approximate cooking time: 3 hours) 1-3 slabs baby back ribs (2.5 and down weight) 3 Tbsp. MAK Mesquite Rub 3 Tbsp. MAK Sweet Rub 1/3 cup yellow mustard 1/2 cup Smokin' Whiskey Grilling sauce Aluminum foil Peel membrane off bone side of ribs.
  • Page 30 North Carolina Pork Shoulder (Approx. cooking time: 9-12 hrs.) 1 pork shoulder roast (5 to 8 lbs.) 1 quart apple cider vinegar 1 quart water Juice of 1 lemon 2 oz. dried red peppers, chopped 1 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. ground black pepper 1 bottle of your favorite MAK Grilling Sauce Onion buns Note: In order to get meat to properly shred, you must achieve an internal...
  • Page 31 FISH & SEAFOOD Simple Salmon Steaks (Approximate cooking time: 20 minutes) One 6oz. Salmon steak per person 2 tsp. MAK Fish Rub 2 tsp. olive oil Rinse steaks under cold running water. Towel pat dry. Apply olive oil to each side.
  • Page 32 Grilled Shrimp (Approx. cooking time: 30 min.) 2 lbs. raw shrimp, thawed if necessary MAK Chipotle Rub Bamboo skewers Any variety of MAK Barbecue sauce Peel and de-vein shrimp; sprinkle with MAK Chipotle Rub. Marinate shrimp in refrigerator for one hour. Soak wood skewers in boiling hot water for 30 minutes.
  • Page 33 BAKED GOODS Take 'N Bake Pizza (Approximate cooking time: 12-22 min.) One Fresh Take 'N Bake Pizza Remove plastic wrap and any printed matter from pizza. Start grill, adjusting setpoint temperature to 400 degrees. Pre-heat grill, approximately 15 minutes. Leave pizza on cardboard tray and place inside grill, close lid and cook for approximately 12-22 minutes, depending on thickness of pizza crust.
  • Page 34 Cold Smoked Cheese Approximate cooking time: 20-60 min.) 1 block of cheese (semi-hard or hard cheese is recommended) Aluminum foil NOTE: Smoking cheese is best done when the outside temperature is below 80 degrees. Start grill and adjust setpoint temperature to Smoke. Allow grill to pre-heat, approximately 10 minutes.