Kamado Joe CGJ26 Owner's Manual

Summary of CGJ26

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    Combojoe & gasjoe models: gj26, cgj26, gj32s, cgj32s, gj38s kamadojoe.Com.

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    Welcome to the kamado joe family i learn a lot from our customers. Not just the recipes and cooking tips they share, but why they chose to buy a kamado joe grill. Typically, they either spent weeks or even months making a purchasing decision or they were referred to us by a friend or neighbor – or b...

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    Table of contents warnings & advisories ……………………………………………………… 1 models covered ……………………………………………………………… 2 safety guide ………………………………………………………………… 3 installing your grill …………………………………………………………… 6 gas connections …………………………………………………………… 10 pre-use checklist ………………………………………………………… 14 adjusting the burn...

  • Page 4: Warnings & Advisories

    1 warnings & advisories conforms to ansi std z21.58a -2008 certified to csa std 1.6a -2008 warning read this manual carefully and completely before using your grill to reduce the risk of: • fire • burn hazard, personal injury or property damage • ruined steaks or other unpleasant cooking experience ...

  • Page 5: Models Covered

    Models covered 2 note to installer this manual must remain with grill. An installer-supplied gas shut-off valve must be installed in an easily accessible location. All installer supplied parts must conform to local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the national electrical code, ansi/nfpa...

  • Page 6: Safety Guide

    3 safety guide below is a summary of important safety warnings. It is not a complete list. Read the entire owner’s manual before installation or operation of this grill. Installation safety warning: contact your local municipality for any building codes regulating the installation of outdoor grill a...

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    4 • do not smoke or use an open flame near the gas cylinder while disconnecting the gas line between the appliance and gas cylinder. • do not use a rusty or dented gas cylinder or cylinder with a damaged gas valve. • do not fill the gas cylinder beyond 80% capacity. • do not store gas cylinder indoo...

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    Safe care and maintenance always keep your grill clean: • when you have finished cooking turn the grill burners to high for up to 10 minutes to burn off any excess grease. Make sure your grease pan is clean to avoid a grease fire. • let the grill cool before using a grill cover. • empty and clean gr...

  • Page 9: Installing Your Grill

    6 installing your grill before you start if your dealer has had your grill delivered, please check for visible damage to the outer carton immediately. Please make the delivery person aware of the damage right away and please call your dealer. If the damage is not noticed until the merchandise is unp...

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    Built-in installations clearances from combustible construction a minimum of 18” from the sides and rear of the grill must be maintained to adjacent vertical combustible construction, above the counter top level. You should take into account that there is a large volume of heat, and smoke that will ...

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    8 clearances from non-combustible construction a minimum of 6” clearance from the back of the grill to non-combustible construction is required for the purpose of allowing the lid to open fully (figure 04). It is desirable to allow at least 6” rear and side clearance to noncombustible construction a...

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    9 cut-out dimensions for built-in grills (figure 05) note: the built-in island construction material should be all non-combustible material. It cannot have any ventilation holes except for the hole required for the gas supply in the cut-out base. Model a b c gj26/cgj26 24-1/8” 21-3/4” 9-7/8” gj32s/c...

  • Page 13: Gas Connections

    10 figure 6 gas connections check gas type before proceeding, you need to verify the type of gas supply to be used. It will either be natural gas (nat) or liquid propane (lp)., please make sure the marking on the appliance rating plate is consistent with the type of gas supply you are intending to u...

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    11 liquid propane (lp) gas grills set up for lp gas come equipped with an lp hose/regulator assembly for connection to a standard 20 lb. Lp cylinder. (type 1). All fittings necessary to attach the assembly to the grill are included with your grill. Type 1 cylinder caution! Before connecting lp cylin...

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    Lp cylinder requirements • the lp cylinder must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for lp gas cylinders of the u.S department of transportation (dot). • cylinders must be secured using the provided cylinder retention system to avoid accidental movement. • when exchanging...

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    13 natural gas natural gas installation should only be carried out by a qualified technician. Fit the natural gas regulator that was supplied with your grill directly to the grill inlet located on the right side of the grill. You can do this using either hard plumbing or a flexible hose connected to...

  • Page 17: Pre-Use Checklist

    14 leak testing procedure 1. Prepare a leak testing solution of sudsy water by mixing a solution of half liquid soap and half water in a spray bottle. 2. Check and make sure all the control knobs are in the “off” position. 3. Turn cylinder valve knob counter clockwise one turn to open. 4. Apply leak...

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    15 figure 10 figure 11.

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    16 low heat burner adjustment to adjust the burner low setting: • make sure the grill is cool. • remove grates and flame tamers so that you can see the flames while adjusting the burners. • light the burner and set it to “low” • pull off the control knob. • while holding the valve shaft with pliers,...

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    17 adjustment instructions note: the air shutter adjustment must be done by a certified technician. • remove the grate and flame tamer. • lift out the burner, loosen the set screw and then put the burner back in place and light it. • if the flame is excessively yellow, indicating insufficient air, c...

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    Lighting the grill • open lid before attempting to light the burners. • make sure all valves are in the “off” position. • turn gas tank valve on after confirming knobs are in the “off “ position. • push and turn knob slowly to “hi” position. You will hear a click and burner should light automaticall...

  • Page 22: Basic Grilling

    19 basic grilling preheating preheating your grill is extremely important and provides more consistent cooking results. Preheat your grill by igniting all the main burners including the sear burner and setting them to high. Then close the hood of the grill and allow the grill to heat up for 10 to 15...

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    20 indirect grilling any large food item or cut of meat more than about 2 inches thick should be grilled indirectly. Indirect grilling requires that the heat source be opposite the intended cooking area. To accomplish this, simply turn the burners “on” on only one half of the grill. Place the food o...

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    21 how to sear searing locks in the flavor and juices of food while allowing the outer surface to absorb smoke and aromas by the vaporized drippings of the food. The tube burners in your grill are not capable of producing searing heat, the infrared burner is specifically designed for this purpose. S...

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    22 controlling the flames all burner control knobs have three basic positions: “off”, “low” and “high”. You can achieve any flame height between low and high by rotating the control knob between these positions..

  • Page 26: Cleaning & Maintenance

    23 cleaning & maintenance your new grill must be kept clean and properly maintained to maximize its performance and longevity. Clean the internal parts of the grill regularly as determined by the amount of use and food cooked. The entire grill should be cleaned at least twice a year. To ensure safe ...

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    24 cleaning the burners spiders and small insects occasionally inhabit or make nests in the burner tubes, obstructing the gas flow. Sometimes this results in a type of fire in and around the gas tubes called a “flashback”. To reduce the risk of a flashback, follow the instructions below at least onc...

  • Page 28: Troubleshooting Guide

    25 troubleshooting guide before you call your dealer for service please check the following: • is there fuel being supplied to the grill? • if using natural gas, is the main shut-off valve open? • if using a liquid propane cylinder, is your propane cylinder empty and have you checked that the valve ...

  • Page 29: Warranty Service

    26 warranty service how to obtain service: for warranty service, please contact your local dealer. Before you call, please have the following information available: • model number (see rating plate) • serial number (see rating plate) • proof of purchase by the original owner • date of installation •...

  • Page 30: Limited Lifetime Warranty

    27 limited lifetime warranty the stainless steel body housing and cooking grids are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship when subjected to normal domestic use and service for the lifetime of the original purchaser. This warranty is limited to the replacement of defective par...

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  • Page 32: Exploded Parts View

    29 exploded parts view combojoe 26”, gasjoe 26”.

  • Page 33: Parts List

    30 parts list combojoe 26”, gasjoe 26” item part no description 1 gj26p01 hood 2 gj26p02 rear hood 3 gj26p03 warming rack 4 gj26p04 top grate (large) 5 gj26p05 top grate (smalll) 6 gj26p06 flame tamer 7 gj26p07 cross fire 8 gj26p08 main burner 9 gj26p09 basin assembly 10 gj26p10 lp fitting (lp only)...

  • Page 34: Exploded Parts View

    31 exploded parts view combojoe 32”, gasjoe 32”.

  • Page 35: Parts List

    32 parts list combojoe 32”, gasjoe 32” item part no description 1 gj32p01 hood 2 gj32p02 rear hood 3 gj32p03 warming rack 4 gj26p04 top grate (large) 6 gj32p06 flame tamer 7 gj32p07 cross fire 8 gj26p08 main burner 9 gj32p09 basin assembly 10 gj26p10 lp fitting (lp only) 11 gj26p11 lp regulator (lp ...

  • Page 36: Exploded Parts View

    33 exploded parts view gasjoe 38”.

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    34 parts list gasjoe 38” item part no description 1 gj38p01 hood 2 gj38p02 rear hood 3 gj38p03 warming rack 4 gj26p04 top grate (large) 6 gj32p06 flame tamer 7 gj38p07 cross fire 8 gj26p08 main burner 9 gj38p09 basin assembly 10 gj26p10 lp fitting (lp only) 11 gj26p11 lp regulator (lp only) 12 gj26p...

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