Using a Meat Thermometer

Simply insert the thermometer through the fat side of the meat, being careful not to touch bone. Bone conducts heat faster and will give you a false reading. The sensing area of thermometers is approximately 1 inch to 2 inches long and this area must be completely inserted in the thickness area of the meat.

• Rare - 125 degrees F
• Medium Rare – 130 degrees F
• Medium – 135 degrees F

Tip:

• Poultry: Insert it in the inner thigh area near the breast of the bird, making sure to not touch bone.
• Red meat, roasts, steaks or chops: Insert in the center of the thickest part, away from bone, fat, and gristle.
• Ground meat and poultry: Place in the thickest area of meat loaf.

Note: Wash the thermometer stem thoroughly in hot, soapy water after each use.

Using Charcoa

It is important to remember that heat generated from coal must be carefully monitored. It is best to use a low temperature to keep the meat tender. However, you can increase the temperature to medium or high depending on your recipe or cut of meat.
The following tips will help make your grilling experience more enjoyable.

• Lightly oil the cooking grates with vegetable oil before cooking, so that food does not stick to them.
• You can use a chimney starter or electric starter to light the charcoal fire. Before you start cooking, make sure the briquettes turn to a white color.
• Close the lid, lid vent, ventilation dampers on the bowl to extinguish the charcoal. When the charcoal has cooled down, transfer it into a metal container. Submerge the charcoal in water if necessary.
• Allow grill and ash to cool down completely. Then make sure to empty the accumulated ash on the bottom. Do this after each use.
• Always store charcoal briquettes in a dry place. Moist briquettes are very difficult to burn.

Using your Rotisserie Kit

Roasting with your Rotisserie Kit is a great way to cook whole chicken, and roasts evenly, giving them a golden color. The ceramic Rotisserie Burner on the back panel of your firebox (available on certain models only) creates an even heat source to ensure thorough cooking. This burner can be used by itself or in combination with your tube burners to create a higher temperature.
Here are steps that will help you with the rotisserie:

1. Install your motor and motor support before turning on the grill.
2. Turn your Rotisserie on high, close the lid, and allow the grill to heat as you prepare the meat.
3. Truss whole poultry with food safe Cotton Butcher's Twine to keep the wings and drumsticks from flopping around.
4. Insert the rotisserie forks into the meat before sliding everything onto the rod.
5. Open the lid and carefully insert the rod into the motor, making sure the roller on the opposite extremity is sitting in the slot on the side panel.
6. Close the lid and turn on the motor.

Note: Remove the cooking grates and the warming rack before installing your Rotisserie Kit. Leaving the warming rack in place while the Rotisserie Burner is turned on will damage it.

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