Char-Griller 2197 User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

Traditional™

Charcoal Grill

Keep your receipt with this manual for

Warranty.

CUSTOMER SERVICE

1-912-638-4724

Service@CharGriller.com

Model #2197

Contents of this manual are Trademarked and Copyrighted by Char-Griller | A&J Manufacturing.

Using the information contained in this manual without consent of Char-Griller and/or A&J

Manufacturing is strictly prohibited.

OM_2197_ED_ A.1

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Warnings & Warranty...............................A-1

Assembly Instructions ..................................... B-1

Product Usage .................................................. C-1

Recipes .............................................................. D-1

Accessories ....................................................... E-1

A-1

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE

ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR GRILL

Read the following instructions carefully and be sure your appliance is properly assembled, installed,

and maintained. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious bodily injury and/or property

damage. If you have any questions concerning assembly or operation, call 912-638-4724.

• Grill is for use outdoors and in well-ventilated areas, only.

• Use caution when assembling and operating your grill to avoid scrapes or cuts from sharp edges.

• Do not use gasoline, kerosene, or alcohol to light charcoal. Use of any of these or similar products

could cause an explosion possibly leading to severe bodily injury.

• Do not leave a lit grill unattended. Keep children and pets away from grill at all times.

• Use caution when moving grill to prevent strains.

• Keep grill at least 15 feet from any combustible material (decks, buildings, fences, trees, bushes,

etc).

• When adding charcoal and/or wood, use extreme caution.

• Never move grill when it is in use or when it contains hot coals or ashes.

• Do not place grill near ammable liquids, gases, or where ammable vapors may be present.

• Use caution since ames can are-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with re.

• When opening the lid, keep hands, face, and body safe from hot steam and ame are-ups.

• WARNING: To avoid injuries gloves or other protective articles should be used when touching the

ash pan hangers.

• Do not exceed a temperature of 400°F.

• Do not allow charcoal and/ or wood to rest on the walls of grill. Doing so will greatly reduce the life of

the grill.

• Always wear oven mitts to protect hands from burns. Avoid touching hot surfaces.

• CAUTION: Exposed metal dampers on air vents and and/or metal handles are hot during usage.

Again, always wear oven mitts when adjusting air ow to protect hands from burns.

California Proposition 65 WARNING:

WARNING: This product and combustion by-products produced when using this

product contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth

defects, or other reproductive harm.

A-2

• When opening lid, make sure it is pushed all the way back so it rests against the lid support

brackets. Use extreme caution as hood could fall back to a closed position and cause bodily injury.

• Close lid and all dampers to help su󰀨ocate ame.

• Always hold an open lid from the handle to prevent it from closing unexpectedly.

• Never leave coals and ashes unattended. Before grill can be left unattended, coals and ashes must

be removed. Use caution to protect yourself and property.

• Carefully place remaining coals and ashes in a noncombustible metal container and saturate

completely with water. Allow coals and water to remain in metal container 24 hours prior to

disposing.

• To protect against bacteria that could cause illness, keep all meats refrigerated and thaw in

refrigerator or microwave. Keep raw meats separate from other foods, and wash everything that

comes in contact with raw meat.

• Cook meat thoroughly, and refrigerate leftovers immediately.

• Use a calibrated food thermometer and the USDA guidelines to ensure that meat, poultry, seafood,

and other cooked foods reach a safe minimum internal temperature.

• Always have a re extinguisher near at all times. Maintain and check your re extinguisher regularly.

THESE WARNINGS ALSO APPLY TO THE SIDE FIRE BOX.

To take full advantage of the Char-Griller warranty be sure to register your grill by visiting

www.CharGriller.com/Register or calling Customer Service at 1-912-638-4724.

Registration provides important protections:

1. In the extremely unlikely event of a product recall Char-Griller can easily contact you and rectify the

issue.

2. If a warrantied part is broken or missing we can send you the needed parts promptly.

NOTE: You will need your model #, serial number, and a copy of the original sales receipt when

registering.

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

(Continued)

A-3

STOP! CALL FIRST!

Do NOT Return Product to Store.

This grill has been made according to the highest of quality standards. If you have any questions that

are not addressed in this manual or if you need parts please call our Customer Service Department at

1-912-638-4724 (USA) or email Char-Griller at: Service@CharGriller.com and have your serial number

handy.

Document Your Grill Model and Serial Numbers HERE:

(Model and Serial number are located on the back of the grill body or on the leg.)

________________________ _______________________

(MODEL #) (SERIAL #)

(example)

A-4

WARRANTY INFORMATION

A COPY OF THE DATED PROOF OF PURCHASE (RECEIPT) IS REQUIRED WHEN REGISTERING OR SUB-

MITTING A WARRANTY* CLAIM. PLEASE RETAIN A COPY OF THE RECEIPT FOR YOUR RECORDS.

Char-Griller will replace any defective part of its grillers/smokers, under warranty, as outlined below.

PLEASE READ THIS INFORMATION IN DETAIL AND IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS CONTACT CUSTOMER

SERVICE AT 912-638-4724 OR [email protected].

SURFACE RUST IS NOT CONSIDERED A MANUFACTURING OR MATERIALS DEFECT

Char-Griller grills are made of steel and if exposed to the elements rust will occur naturally. Please refer to the

section entitled, “Usage” to review how to care for your grill properly.

Surface issues such as scratches, dents, corrosion or discoloring by heat, abrasive and chemical clearers, surface

rust or the discoloration of steel surfaces are NOT covered under these warranties.

Warranties are for the replacement of defective parts only. Char-Griller is not responsible for damage resulting

from accident, alteration, misuse, abuse, hostile environments, improper installation, and installation not in accor-

dance with local codes of service of unit.

Excluded Under ALL Warranties

Paint; Surface Rust; Heat Damage; Incorrect Parts ordered by customer, including shipping; Worn Parts; Missing

or damaged parts not reported within two (2) months of purchase date; Defective parts not reported within one (1)

year of purchase date; Fading grill cover.

*NOTE: For warranty claims, photos and prepaid return of the item in question may be required. Misuse, abuse or

commercial use nullies all warranties.

Charcoal / Pellet / Kamado Grills

Grill - Hood AND Bottom

(excludes removable Ash Pan)

5 years from date of purchase for rust

through / burn through

Ash Pan AND Defective Parts 1 year from date of purchase

Gas Grills

Grill Hood (TOP half) AND Main Burner Tubes

(exckudes Side Burner)

5 years from date of purchase for rust

through / burn through

Grill Body (BOTTOM half) AND Side Burner

AND Defective Parts

1 year from date of purchase

Dual Fuel Grills (Gas & Charcoal)

Charcoal Grill - Hood AND Bottom AND Gas

Grill Hood (TOP half) AND Main Burner Tubes

(excludes Ash Pan and Side Burner)

5 years from date of purchase for rust

through / burn through

Ash Pan AND Defective Parts AND Gas Grill

Body (BOTTOM half) AND Side Burner

1 year from date of purchase

Parts, Accessories, and Grill Covers 1 year from date of purchase

(seam tears only for covers)

B-1

CAUTION: Handles are Hot

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

B-2

PARTS LIST

12 10

25 26

B-3

Item QTY Part Name

1 1 GRILL HOOD

2 1 WARMING RACK

3 2 HOOD HINGES

4 3 COOKGRATE

5 1 CHARCOAL TRAY

6 1 PLATE, FILLER

7 1 GRILL BODY

8 2 SIDE SHELF

9 1 RIGHT DAMPER

10 2 WIRE HANDLE KNOB

11 2 DAMPER WIRE HANDLE

12 1 CRANK HANDLE INDICATOR SPIN

13 1 CRANK HANDLE

14 2 RIGHT LEG

15 2 SQUARE LEG CAP

16 1 BOTTOM SHELF

17 2 8” WHEEL

18 1 AXLE ROD

29 2 HUB CAP

20 2 LEFT LEG

21 1 GREASE TRAY HANDLE

22 1 GREASE TRAY

23 1 FRONT DOOR HANDLE

24 1 HANDLE BEZEL

25 1 FRONT DOOR

26 1 DOOR LOCK

27 1 BOTTLE OPENER

28 1 LEFT DAMPER

39 3 UTENSIL HOOK

30 2 LOWER ARM LIFTER, CRANK

31 1 LIFTER ARM, CRANK, ASSEMBLY

32 1 SMOKESTACK

33 1 HOOD HANDLE

34 2 HANDLE BEZEL

35 1 LOGO PLATE

36 1 THERMOMETER BEZEL

37 1 THERMOMETER

PARTS LIST

B-4

Hardware Pack: 551070

HARDWARE AND TOOLS

NEEDED

Assembly: Requires 2 people. Get another person to help. Tools Needed: Pliers, Phillips Head

Screwdriver and a 7/16” Nut Driver.

NOTE: Do Not tighten any bolts unless instructed to do so. Tightening too soon may prohibit

parts from ﬁtting together. All Hex Nuts should be on the inside of the grill unless stated other-

wise. Unpack all contents in a well cleared and padded area.

Estimated Assembly Time: 45 minutes

¼-20x ½” HEX BOLT...................... 32 PCS

¼-20x 1 ½” HEX BOLT................... 2 PCS

¼” 20 HEX NUT.............................. 6 PCS

M5 SHOULDER BOLT ...................8 PCS

2/5” FLAT WASHER.......................2 PCS

SMALL COTTER PIN..................... 2 PCS

LARGE COTTER PIN..................... 3 PCS

UTENSIL HOOK............................. 3 PCS

HUB CAP........................................ 2 PCS

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