Mak Grills EP-429-2G Owner's Manual

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Manual is about: Pellet BBQ Smoker-Grill

Summary of EP-429-2G

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    Mak grills owner’s manual pellet bbq smoker-grill model ep-429-2g general superior wood pellet bbq smoker-grills superior wood pellet bbq smoker-grills.

  • Page 2: Mak Grills

    Mak grills owner’s manual pellet bbq smoker-grill model ep-429-2g welcome to the mak grills family! We appreciate your purchase of our quality, american-made products, proudly built in dallas, oregon. Mak grills is proud to be an american company that makes every effort to purchase products locally....

  • Page 3: Able Of

    T able of c ontents package contents bbq parts list diagram page 6 page 13 page 3 page 3 bbq assembly instructions page 7 page 11 operating instructions page 15 maintaining your grill page 22 trouble shooting & repair page 23 grill warranty page 26 basic mak grill recipes page 29 read this before us...

  • Page 4: Ackage

    P ackage c ontents there will be some assembly required with your grill. All necessary hardware and tools needed for proper assembly are included. Make sure you have each of the items listed below before starting assembly. Refer to the barbecue parts list to identify the individual components of you...

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    4 description / quantity item 17 18 19 20 21 split cooking grates (2) warmer/smoker box grate (1) warmer/smoker box grease tray (1) tool hanger (1) tool pack (1) 16 flamezone™ pan (1) 22 23 owner’s manual (1) meat probe (1) 10 grease bucket (1) 11 12 13 heat diffuser (1) 14 grease shield grease tray...

  • Page 6: Optional Accessories:

    Description / quantity item 5 hardware: ¼” x 1/2” long screw (40) use 5/32 hex wrench 1/4” lock washer (36) 1/4” x 5/8” flat washer (5) #6 x 3/8” long screw (4) use 3/32 hex wrench #6 lock washer (4) 24 25 26 27 28 ¼ - 20 nuts (12) 29 optional accessories: « « « « « « meat probe upper grill grate ha...

  • Page 7: Bbq D

    6 bbq d iagram.

  • Page 8: Ssembly

    7 a ssembly i nstructions note: the assembly of the 2 star general grill requires (2) two people. Before you begin the assembly process, take the outer cardboard surrounding the grill from the pallet, flatten it and use that to place the barbecue onto during assembly. Remove all parts and components...

  • Page 9: Step 4

    8 step 4 back splash install using 6 each ¼” x ½” screws and lock washers. Step 4 step 3 warmer/smoker box (step 3-1) with the assistance of one other person, install the by tilting it into position, resting the box on the hanging hem bracket. (step 3-2) secure the box to the barbecue body using the...

  • Page 10: Step 7

    9 step 7 install pellet hopper and warmer/smoker box lid handles using 2 each (4 total) #6 x 3/8” screws and lock washers. (note: handles should be installed only on the front side of the lid. The 2 screw holes on the back of the lids are not used). Step 7 step 8 grill lid handle install the using 2...

  • Page 11: Step 11

    10 step 11 position the heat diffuser over the firepot, making sure that the letter “f:” is facing the front of the grill. Step 12 place the quick change grease pan frame into the barbecue body. Make sure that the frame sits securely and level on the lip which runs along the inside of the barbecue b...

  • Page 12: Start Up Procedure.

    11 start up and seasoning procedures. Make sure all items are installed properly. Start up procedure. Shut down procedure. Note: always wait at least (10) ten minutes after the grill has completely shut-down before placing the cover back on the grill. Never place a cover on a hot grill. Changing pel...

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    12 most barbecue recipes suggest cooking meats at temperatures between 200 to 250 degrees until they reach the correct internal temperature. It is highly recommended that you use a meat probe to accurately determine your internal meat temperature. The warmer/smoker box is designed to keep cooked foo...

  • Page 14: Uick

    13 q uick c hange g rease p an s ystem components tips there are three main components to the grease pan system: 1) outer frame, which sits on the metal lip which is on the inside perimeter of the main barbecue body. 2) the flamezone® insert pan-for use when doing high temperature grilling. 3) the b...

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    14 4 4 4 4 hot, soapy water can be used for general cleaning. For heavy-duty cleaning, it is advisable that you use a degreaser and a stiff brush to help remove food particles, grease and smoke. After washing, let the components dry before placing them back into the grill. Care and cleaning stainles...

  • Page 16: Pellet Boss

    Pellet boss o perating i nstructions on/off button fuse holder star 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. The igni...

  • Page 17: Arrow Buttons

    Arrow buttons temperature/meat probe inputs there are four arrow buttons: left, right, up and down. Use the up, down, left or right arrow buttons to scroll through screens or adjust settings up or down. To change screens or move from one function to another, use the left or right arrow button. Press...

  • Page 18: Pellet Boss

    Pellet boss ® s creen d isplay d escriptions & s ettings screen display - set point description: settings: screen display- grill temp description: actual temperature settings: screen display- probe 1 description: settings: probes 2 &3- description and settings are the same as probe 1. Shows the temp...

  • Page 19: Screen Display-Timer

    Note: for best results, prevent twisting the probe cable, exposing it to high heat or direct flame, or immersing them 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 20: Screen Lock

    Screen lock active screen scroll description: settings: description: settings: allows you to stop the display screens from scrolling from function to function, letting you display only one screen. Use the left or right arrow buttons to reach the screen you want displayed. Press the up button until t...

  • Page 21: Alarms

    Alarms manual mode igniting pellets description: settings: description: settings: description: settings: 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 automatic...

  • Page 22: Cool & Shut Down

    Cool & shut down description: settings: note: 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...

  • Page 23: Be Sure Unit Is Cold!

    We recommend cleaning the unit after every 20 hours of operation. Use a whiskbroom and the ash clean out door to sweep pellet ash out of the cooking chamber into a bucket. A shop vacuum works great if you have one. You can easily remove the firepot to dump out ash by removing the pin and sliding out...

  • Page 24: Rouble

    T rouble s hooting & r epairs if you have trouble with your grill operation, please try the following suggestions before calling for service. If the problem still exists, please contact the dealer where you purchased your grill first. Write down the model and serial number of your unit and be prepar...

  • Page 25: Problem

    Problem action to take grill still does not light ? ? ? Be sure firepot is free from excessive pellet ash, which can cover the igniter rod and prevent the pellets from lighting. Check to see if the igniter rod glows red, disconnect from power, remove the fan/access panel to get to the back of the co...

  • Page 26: Problem

    Problem action to take auger is not turning 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. You may also contact us via email: service@makgrills.Com ?...

  • Page 27: Rill

    Mak grills, llc (“mak grills”) warrants this barbecue unit against defects in material and workmanship under normal residential use and maintenance for a period of three (3) years from the date of purchase for the following components: circuit board, auger motor, fan motor and heat rod. Mak grills w...

  • Page 28: Mak’S All Star Pellets

    27 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. Bird rub cajun rub chipotle rub sweet rub 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 4 devil’s punch grilling sauce hickory grilling sau...

  • Page 29: Tar

    Meat probes grill cover rib rack searing grate remote boss™ wireless control upper grill grate t wo s tar a ccessories grill scrubber pellet bucket griddle half upper grill grate 28.

  • Page 30: 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. To receive your free mak gri...

  • Page 31: Brisket

    Brisket (approx. Cooking time: 12-18 hrs.) 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 size of your brisket. This recipe calls for a whole brisket...

  • Page 32: Poultry

    Poultry whole chicken (approx. Cooking time: 2 - 2.5 hrs.) 1-whole chicken (4-5lbs) 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 on entire surface of chicken. ...

  • Page 33: Pork

    Pork sweet n' spicy back ribs (approx. Cooking time: 3 hrs.) 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 heavy-duty foil 1/2 cup smokin' whisky grilling sauce allow ribs to come to room temperature. Peel membrane off bone side ...

  • Page 34: Pork Chops

    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 2 oz. Dried red peppers, chopped 1 tsp. Salt juice of 1 lemon 1/2 tsp. Ground black pepper 1 bottle of your favorite mak grilling sauce onion buns trim pork sh...

  • Page 35: Fish & Seafood

    Fish & seafood simple salmon steaks (approx. Cooking time: 20 min.) 1- 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. Lightly sprinkle mak fish rub on each side of the fish. Start grill and adjust...

  • Page 36: Grilled Shrimp

    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...

  • Page 37: Baked Goods

    Baked goods take n’ bake pizza (approx. Cooking time: 12-22 min.) 1- fresh take n' bake pizza remove plastic wrap and any printed matter from pizza. Start grill, adjusting setpoint temperature to 445 degrees. Pre-heat grill, approximately 10 minutes. Place pizza on cardboard tray inside grill, close...

  • Page 38: Cold Smoked Cheese

    Cold smoked cheese (approx. Cooking time: 20-60 min.) 1 block of cheese (hard variety 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 min...

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