Meco Electric Barbecue Grill 9300 User's Manual
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1. By the time the lower briquettes have burned away the ones on top will have ignited to extend your cooking time by an hour or more Be sure to place a drip pan in the bottom of the grill to catch the excess meat drippings 5 Place the wide end of the MOTOR BRACKET into the slot between the left grill handle and the bowl Push down on the bracket until it snaps firmly in place Hang the Motor in the keyhole slot in the bracket Insert the pointed end of the SPIT SHAFT through the motor bracket and into the square hole in the motor Place the groove nearest the handle into the notch in the bowl Place the grooved end into the slot in the bowl and shut the hood Leave the vents open about halfway 6 To start the HEAVY DUTY ELECTRIC motor plug the cord into any properly grounded 110 120 Volt AC outlet To stop the motor unplug the cord To start the PORTABLE BATTERY POWERED motor insert a D Cell battery into the housing and turn the switch to on To stop turn the switch off ST P O BOX 1000 1 800 346 3256 or write to GREENEVILLE TN 37744 USA2. VAD Tos CLOSED ROTISSERIE POSITION 2 The Indirect method is for cooking large roasts and poultry that requires SETTING 1 Low heat and long cooking times When using this method make a drip pan from aluminum foil to fit between the element and the piece of meat You can put the pan directly on the grid or between the element and the grid The pan reflects part of the heat away from the meat to prevent it from buming on the bottom and it catches the juices which you can use for gravy when you serve the meat Note Disposable aluminum drip pans are available at your local grocery store If you do not have access to an aluminum drip pan a homemade drip pan can be made The drip pan can made by cutting a piece of aluminum foil about twenty four inches long folding it in half and then folding each end and side about one inch Pinch the ends so they will not leak Always use a meat thermometer for checking the doneness of meats cooked this way Be sure to take the meat off a little before the thermometer indicates the doneness you want because the meat will continue to cook while it sets Let stand about twenty minutes before carving 3 Your MECO electric grill is designed to accommodate even larger pieces of meat and poultry when using the optional Rotisserie This method allows you to cook turkeys as large as twelve pounds or other pieces of meat as large as 9 inches in diameter with very little of your attention NOTE Us
3. INSTALL COOKING GRID TABLE TOP Remove Cooking Grid from its packaging if you have not already done so Lift Rotisserie Lock and rotate Handle Control to Barbecue position Place Cooking Grid on the support bumps on the back of the Bowl and the two front support pins on the red band FIG 6 The Table Top grill is now ready for use but FIRST READ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON PAGE 2 AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN YOUR OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR GRILL SUPPORT TUBES SHELF amp LEG ASSEMBLY Step 1 WIRE LEG SHELF FIG 7 Make certain INDENTS are to the outside on both Roller and Fixed Legs Attach a Leg Shelf Support to each side of the Legs with 10 24 x 1 1 4 Bolts and 10 24 Locknuts Make sure the star washer on the Locknuts are facing toward the Bolts Use eight Bolts and Nuts for assembly tighten only snug Step 2 WOOD LEG SHELF FIG 8 Same as STEP 1 except attach the Wood Leg Shelf to each side of the Legs with 10 24 x 1 1 4 Bolts and 10 24 Lock Nuts tighten only snug Step 3 Fit the ends of the Wire Leg Shelf into the holes on top of each Leg Shelf Support Step 4 Push two Leg Caps onto the bottom of the Fixed Leg FIG 7 WIRE pe SHELF 4 ROLLER FIG 8 ROLLER LEG 10 24 LOCKNUT 10 24 x 1 1 4 BOLT LEG SHELF SUPPORT W LEG CAP aee WOOD LEG SHELF TOP FRAME ASSEMBLY Step 1 FIG 9 With the Roller Leg to the Lef
4. Grease Pan 03 5144 00 1 All 9300 Series Cart Grills 9329 amp 9359 Sd Window Models 03 5750 00 9329 amp 9359 Cooking Grid 03 0710 00 7 All 9300 Series LP Window Models 9329 amp 9359 Window Models 31 Pan Foil Grease 03 5143 00 1 All 9300 Series CFR Cart Grills W V WINDOW ASSEMBLY 9300W SERIES GRILLS hole and install Retainer Clip on Bolt The long flange of the If your unit is not a window version begin Retainer Clip should be against the window Grill Assembly next section Step 4 Put Wing Nut on Bolt tighten with fingers until snug DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN Repeat for the other side Step 1 Open Hood remove Parts Bag Cooking Grid and Window Assembly should look like FIG 2 when complete any packing material Lay Main Grill Assembly on its back To remove the glass for cleaning reverse the installation steps Wash the window with warm soapy water Use a scouring pad for stubborn spots Dry with a soft towel Step 2 Lay glass Window into window recess FIG 1 Make sure the MECO logo will read correctly from the outside after installation CAUTION This is a heat resistant tempered glass Take Step 3 Insert Carriage Bolt from outside of hood through care not to drop water on the hot glass Main Grill Assembly Long Flange Fe RETAINER C k NWING NUT FIG 2 Completed Window Assembly ROTISSERIE LOCK TO HOOD BOWL ASS
5. and to tenderize the cheaper cuts of meats Look for them in your favorite barbecue cookbooks Barbecue Sauces applied during the last ten to fifteen minutes give that old time outdoor barbecue flavor to grilled chops burgers chicken and ribs Most barbecue sauces have a tomato and or sugar base which burns easily so be sure to brush on the sauce only during the last few minutes of cooking Combination Butters also lend a nice delicate touch to chicken fish and steaks For chicken and fish try brushing on a combination of butter and grated lemon peel or parsley For steaks mound on a dollop of garlic butter just before serving Use your imagination to come up with other delicious combination butters for your own personal touch Smoke flavor can easily be added to any of the foods you cook on your MECO electric grill You can get chips of hickory mesquite apple cherry and other aromatic woods at most supermarkets Soak the chips in water for about thirty minutes before cooking shake the excess water and scatter them around the reflector Cook with the hood closed for the most smoke flavor There are three basic ways to cook on your MECO electric grill 1 The Direct method is for steaks chops chicken pieces and other foods that require SETTING 3 High heat and short cooking time Just put the meat directly on the grid for cooking this way OPEN OR CLOSED CLOSED DUEL LEVEL POSITION COOK ON REAR HALF OF GRID
6. turkey With MECO s vertical element you can cook on the rotisserie without worrying about flare ups Cook Rare and Well Done at the Same Time The heating element on your new MECO grill adjusts easily to the DUAL LEVEL position so you can cook your companion s steak well done while you keep yours rare Also you can warm bread and grill steaks or cook shrimp and steak simultaneously Now you can do all of that at the same time with just one easy turn of the control handle Saves Energy Saves Money You can cook for an hour at the high temperature setting SETTING 3 for just pennies even in the highest electrical cost areas of the country The same cooking time on a similar size LP gas grill would cost about twice as much while an hour on a similar size charcoal grill would cost about six times as much Sturdy Construction High quality steel forms and tubing are used throughout All components are coated with MECO s quality Dura Fuse powder finish for beauty and durability Pre assembled All critical electrical and mechanical components including the hinges and handles are pre assembled at the factory for your convenience The Table Top Base attaches easily with just a few nuts and bolts you get to cook sooner than with most other grills Instant Heat Control Your cooking temperature can be adjusted instantly from a steak searing high to a bread warming low with the variable heat control Bright graphics o
7. 4 6 Ib med 22 28 min lb 160 F well 28 33 min Ib 170 F EAFOOD POSITION 2 flakes with fork FISH 10 min per inch of thickness 1 when done ISHRIMP SCALLOPS POSITION 2 5 10 min total YSTERS MUSSELS 5 10 min total LOBSTER 10 20 min total PORK CHOPS POSITION 2 1 thick 12 15 min 2 thick 20 25 min Spare Ribs POSITION 2 45 60 min total Roasts 5 7 Ib Loin 3 5 Ib 25 30 min Ib 1 170 F Boston Butt 4 6 Ib 20 26 min Ib Leg fresh ham 5 8 Ib 18 24 min lb HAM POSITION 2 Fully Cooked 8 10 min Ib 2 140 F Uncooked 12 18 min Ib 160 F POULTRY POSITION 2 Whole 2 1 2 3 1 2 Ib 35 45 min Ib 2 3 175 F hicken Pieces Quarters 50 70 min total 2 ornish Hens POSITION 2 Whole 45 60 min total 2 3 175 F Butterflied 30 40 min total 2 turn frequently URKEY POSITION 2 Whole 8 12 Ib 15 20 min Ib 2 3 175 F DUCK Whole 4 62 Ib 25 35 min Ib iOOSE Whole 8 12 Ib 20 30 min Ib EGETABLES POSITION 2 POTATOES 60 75 min total USHROOMS 8 12 min total ORN ON THE COB in moistened husks 15 20 min UCCHINI ONIONS 20 min total PEPPERS SQUASH turn frequently EGGPLANT Times are approximate and will vary with outside temperature wind conditions and number of times you open the hood NOTE Large Roasts and Poultry should be allowed to set for about twenty minutes before carving The internal temperature will rise about 10 degrees and the meat will firm up for eas
8. EMBLY Step 1 Open the Hood Remove Parts Bag Cooking Grid and any packing material Lay the Hood Bow on its back Step 2 FIG 3 Insert a 10 24 x 1 2 inch Bolt through the hole between the hood hinges and the electric heating element Attach Rotisserie Lock to the Bolt Thread Acorn Nut onto Bolt until the front edge of the lock makes contact with the inside surface of the Grill You may need pliers to hold the Acorn Nut The lock must remain in contact with the inside surface of the Grill as it is rotated upward but should fall freely when released A To release Reflector Pan and Heating Element from Rotisserie position turn Control full counterclockwise J y has Then release Rotisserie Lock with left forefinger and 10 24 X 1 2 turn Control Housing back to Barbecue position BOLT S Y 10 O IR ACORN x ur Of WS 3 ROTISSERIE LOCK E FIG 3 BASE ASSEMBLY TABLE TOP Step 1 Place Main Grill Assembly on its back Turn the Control Housing to the Rotisserie position Step 2 Set Main Grill Assembly over the holes in the Base FIG 5 Make sure the hole patterns are aligned between each part and the Grease Cup opening in the base is toward the rear Insert four 10 24 x 1 2 Bolts through the Grill Bowl and the Base Attach four 10 24 Locknuts and tighten securely Step 3 Set the Grill Assembly up on the Base Place the Grease Cup into the large hole in the back of the Base
9. GRILL ASSEMBLY FIG 16 10 24 x 1 2 BOLT CONTROL IN ROTISSERIE POSITION 10 24 LOCKNUT 9 FINAL ASSEMBLY Step 1 FIG 17 Lift Rotisserie Lock and move Control Housing to Barbecue position Set the Cooking Grid on the support bumps on the back of the Bowl and the two front support pins on the red band Step 2 FIG 18 Install the Foil Grease Pan in the Grease Pan Holder Your Grill is now ready for use but FIRST READ SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ON PAGE 2 AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN YOUR OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR GRILL FIG 18 FIG 17 REAR BUMPS COOKING GRID SUPPORT TUBES 11 QUICK GLANCE COOK GUIDE TYPE OF Cookin COOKING TIME COOKING Temperature FOOD Temperature METHOD When Done IBEEF Steaks Kabobs POSITION 3 1 thick rare 3 4 min side med 3 4 min side 1 well 3 4 min side IHAMBURGERS POSITION 3 3 4 thick rare 3 4 min side med 3 4 min side 1 well 5 6 min side IROASTS POSITION 2 Rump Rolled 4 6 Ib rare 20 min Ib 140 F Rib 6 8 Ib rare 16 18 min Ib 160 F med 18 20 min Ib 2 170 F Whole Tenderloin 4 6 Ib 40 60 min total LAMB POSITION 2 Rib 2 3 Ib rare 25 30 min lb 140 F ROASTS med 30 35 min lb 160 F well 35 40 min Ib 170 F Leg 4 7 Ib rare 18 22 min Ib 140 F med 22 28 min lb 2 160 F well 28 33 min I 170 F Shoulder
10. K OR a FIG 12 HARD SURFACE __ SIDE TABLE ASSEMBLY Step 1 FIG 13 If your cart has Wood Side Tables and Utensil Hooks turn the Tables upside down and screw the Cup Hooks into the small hole underneathe the front ends of the wood boards Turn the Hooks so they will face the front of cart when Side Tables are attached Step 2 Attach the Side table to either end of the Cart by inserting 10 24 x 1 1 4 Bolt through the hole in the Pivot Bracket of the Side Table and then through the hole in the Fixed or Roller Leg Attach and tighten with 10 24 Lock Nuts You can leave the Side Tables up or fold them down for storage To fold them down slide the Arm Brackets up within the Pivot Bracket and gently let the Table fall downward FIG 14 10 24 LOCKNUT 10 24 x 1 1 4 BOLT ARM BRACKET Tog PIVOT BRACKET PIVOT BRACKET CUP HOOK RIGHT SS SIDE TABLE ce FIG 13 FIG 14 10 TOP BI GREASE PAN HOLDER ASSEMBLY RACE HOLDER HOOK Hang Grease Pan Holder by one side on the Top Frame Brace FIG 15 Grasp the opposite side of the Holder with index fingers and pull up over the Top Frame Brace HOOD BOWL TO CART ASSEMBLY Place the grill Control Housing in the ROTISSERIE position Set Main Grill Assembly over the holes in the Top Frame FIG 16 Insert four 10 24 x 1 2 Bolts through the Grill Bowl and through the Top Frame Attach four 10 24 Lock Nuts and tighten securely MAIN
11. MADE IN USA 9300 SERIES ELECTRIC BARBECUE GRILL OWNER S amp OPERATOR S MANUAL WARNING THIS MANUAL CONTAINS IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WHICH MUST BE STRICTLY FOLLOWED WHEN USING THIS GRILL THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR OUTDOOR HOUSEHOLD NON COMMERCIAL USE ONLY P N 03 5874 00 REV 5 99 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 4 WARNING READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNING LABELS PRIOR TO USE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE SAFEGUARDS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY LOSS THIS APPLIANCE IS INTENDED FOR OUTDOOR HOUSEHOLD NON COMMERCIAL USE ONLY 1 Never touch hot surfaces Use cooking tongs gloves 11 To avoid personal injury close hood before moving or cooking mitts at all times since the grill will become 12 Never move a hot grill or leave grill unattended very hot Open hood carefully when cooking to avoid 13 Never move a grill unless it is UNPLUGGED burns from the hot air and steam trapped inside 14 Never use an electric grill in the rain sleet or snow 2 Wear clothing that does not have hanging shirt tails frills 15 Never use electric grill near combustible or flammable or apron strings materials 3 Use long handle barbecue utensils to avoid personal 16 Use baking soda to control a grease fire and have a fire injury caused by burns and splatters extinguisher available 4 To protect against electric shock never immerse cord 17 Always attach plug to appliance first unless permanently plugs or electric heat
12. N ROTISSERIE OTCH sordu eh oF ub ron sacre FITS INTO SLOT BETWEEN HANDLE AND HOUSING AN lt POSITION ELECTRIC MOTOR STANDARD ON MODEL 1290 ASSEMBLY 1 Remove the cooking grid Move the element to the ROTISSERIE position 2 Place the wide end of the MOTOR BRACKET into the slot between the left grill handle and the bowl Push down on the bracket until it snaps firmly in place 3 Hang the Motor in the keyhole slot in the bracket Insert the pointed end of the SPIT SHAFT through the motor bracket and into the square hole in the motor Place the groove nearest the handle into the notch in the bowl FOR SWINGER AND SIZZLER GRILLS ONLY JATTERY MOTOR STANDARD ON MODEL 1291 THUMB SCREW ELECTRIC MOTOR STANDARD MODEL 1290 ASSEMBLY 1 Insert the two SHOULDER BOLTS into the HOOD stop through the left side of the BOWL and through the MOTOR BRACKET Attach a NUT to each bolt and tighten securely 2 Insert the BOLTS into the right side of the BOWL from the outside and through the SPIT BRACKET Attach NUTS and tighten securely 3 Hang MOTOR on BRACKET by inserting the MO TOR STUD into any one of the three keyhole slots on the BRACKET ROTISSERIE COOKING FOR SWINGER AND SIZZLER GRILLS A Slide one spit fork onto the spit shaft and tighten the thumb screw Insert the pointed end of the shaft through the body cavity of a fowl Make sure the prongs of the spit fork are securely en gaged in the
13. d follow these steps 1 Rotate Handle Control counterclockwise to Remove Reflector position and Lock the Rotisserie Lock 2 Using both hands pinch bottom element coil and Reflector Pan with thumbs and first two fingers 3 Push Reflector Pan up off the support brackets 4 Slide Reflector Pan up from rear of bowl Clean the Reflector Pan with water and dish detergent Clean the inside of the grill with a soft cloth and hot soapy water or a good strong cleaner DO NOT USE OVEN CLEANER OR ABRASIVE SCOURING POWDERS THIS MAY REMOVE THE PAINT Rinse out any excess detergent and then dry the inside of the grill with a soft cloth Empty the grease cup and replace it for the next time you cook Wipe off the outside surfaces of the grill with a soft cloth and a mild detergent and water solution Rinse and wipe dry Replace the Reflector Pan while the Handle Control is still in the extreme vertical clockwise position 5 Slide Reflector Pan down between element and back of bowl Push it down over support brackets squeezing against pan and top element coil Return the Handle Control to the BARBEQUE position replace Cooking Grid and you are ready to cook again Keep the permanent beauty of your MECO electric grill by always storing it in a dry sheltered place Use a cover if you store the grill outside To obtain a grill cover see your dealer 9300 SERIES CART GRILL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS TOOLS NEEDED E ES An P
14. e an aluminum drip pan when cooking large turkeys or roasts With the meat constantly rotating it will cook more evenly Also the vertical element design eliminates the possibility of flare ups To obtain a rotisserie kit see your dealer Refer to the handy QUICK GLANCE COOKING GUIDE on the back page for information about recommended cooking times and temperatures for various types of foods The juices and fats that drip down from the meat and fall onto the hot element and reflector vaporize to create the smoke and small amount of flame that gives your meat that outdoor barbecue flavor Sometimes meat with a lot of fat may cause excess FLARE UP When this occurs turn the control knob to SETTING 1 and shut the hood The flames will extinguish quickly DO NOT USE WATER TO PUT OUT THE FLAMES CARE AND CLEANING To keep your grill operating at its peak performance move the Handle Control to the ROTISSERIE position after each use Turn the Control Knob to SETTING 3 for about ten minutes to allow excess drippings to drain into the bottom of the bowl As you use the grill some of the drippings may accumulate as hard deposits and the reflector pan will become stained a small putty knife or wire brush works very well for scraping out the deposits Please note that it does not always have to be shiny clean nor is it necessary to clean the reflector pan after each use When you do have to remove and clean reflector remove Cooking Grid an
15. hillips Screwdriver and or i 3 8 Wrench Adjustable Straight Screwdriver Wrench Small Hammer Step 1 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS before you start Step 2 VERIFY PARTS Take all the parts out of the box and lay them on a smooth clean surface Verify that you have all the parts of your particular model with the parts list below and continued next page PARTS a PARTS a a dM I a O E 17 1679 18 17 1681 18 17 1681 18 Bolt 10 24 x 1 1 4 03 5007 00 12 All 9300 Series GaGa Except 9350 Series adap TG Lock Nut 10 24 AT 9300 Series Bolt Carriage 10 24 X 03 5108 01 112 D S Wire Leg Shelf 17 1699 00 All 9300 Series Clip Window Retainer i i Except 9329 Qe 03 0735 00 All 9300 Series Except Table Top Wing Nut 10 24 7 Models e 18 1636 00 Models 9329 Bolt 10 24 X 1 2 Zinc 18 1637 18 All 9300 Series Except 9350 Series 9320 9320W amp 9321 Models Only el Acom Nut 10 24 03 5007 01 All 9300 Series e Except 9350 Series oD LG PARTS KIT 25 Axle Rod 02 0339 00 1 All 300 Series Except 9350 Series PARTS KIT ea eat Ea O Reflector Pan Installed 17 5421 00 in Main Gril 03 1555 19 All Grills 27 Side Table 18 5724 00 LL Rotisserie Motor US amp 9329 amp 9359 28 Utensil Hook 03 5000 50 Canada Window Models 29 Holder
16. iance for other than intended use Use only a property grounded 110 120 VAC outlet Do not use a longer detachable power supply cord or extension cord unless absolutely necessary However they are available and if you must use one the following care should be exercised in their use Use only a grounding type 3 wire 16 Ga cord with a marked electrical rating at least as great as the electrical rating of this appliance The cord should be surface marked with suffix letters W A and bare a tag stating Suitable For Use With Outdoor Appliances Any plug connection to an extension cord should be kept dry and off the ground The longer cord should be arranged so that it will not drape over a countertop or tabletop where it can be pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally Keep the length as short as possible Use a protective weatherproof cover for outdoor storage or store indoors out of the reach of children WARNING DO NOT USE CHARCOAL FOR INDOOR COOKING OR HEATING TOXIC CARBON MONOXIDE FUMES MAY ACCUMULATE AND CAUSE DEATH SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS This appliance is intended for household non commercial use only ASSEMBLY Follow each step as outlined below for easy assembly You will need a medium size standard SCREWDRIVER and a 3 8 WRENCH or PLIERS FOR SERIES 9100 9300 AND 9600 GRILLS ONLY BATTERY MOTOR STANDARD ON MODEL 1291 THUMB SCREW SPIT FORK CONTROL I
17. ier carving 4 Direct See p 4 2 Indirect Use a drip pan under the meat see p 4 3 Rotisserie See p 4 12 INSTRUCTIONS FOR ASSEMBLY amp COOKING WITH THE MECO ROTISSERIE SERIES 1290 6 1291 6 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WHEN USING ELECTRICAL APPLIANCE BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED INCLUDING Read all instructions Do not touch hot surfaces Use handles knobs or wear proper gloves To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord plug or rotisserie motor in water or other liquid Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning Allow to cool before cleaning or putting on or taking off parts Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner Return to the nearest authorized service facility for examinations repair or adjustment The use of accessory attachments not recommended by the manufacturer may cause injuries Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter or touch hot surfaces Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a heated oven Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance containing hot oil or other hot liquids 11 To disconnect appliance remove plug from outlet 12 13 14 16 Do not use appl
18. in the palms of your hand Adjust if needed and tighten the thumb screws securely with pliers or an adjustable wrench You may have to tie loose sections of the meat such as the wings and legs of a fowl with string to keep them out of the fire or off the element 3 Series 9100 and 9300 Electric Grills Remove the grid and store it in a safe place Move the element to the ROTISSERIE position and place a drip pan in the bottom of the bowl Make a drip pan out of a double layer of aluminum foil so it is about an inch larger all around than the piece of meat you are cooking Pinch the corners of the foil pan so it will hold the drippings DESIGNERS AND MANUFACTURERS OF THE FINEST BARBECUE GRILLS Palin AND ACCESSORIES IN AMERICA 03 1543 07 4 Adjust the temperature control of the electric grill to medium Leave the hood open for the slowest pos sible cooking or shut the hood for the fastest cook ing Series 9600 Charcoal Grills Make a pyramid stack of about 25 charcoal bri quettes in the center of the charcoal grate Squirt on some liquid lighter fluid and let it soak in for about a minute before lighting After the coals turn gray push them to the back of the grate so they extend all the way across After you have placed the hot briquettes if you plan to cook for more than two hours place an addition al 10 12 briquettes on the top rack of the grate See the illustration on page 6 of your Owner s Manual
19. ing element in water or any other liquid attached Then plug cord into the wall outlet Turn 5 Never leave heating element on when you are not Control knob s to OFF POSITION before unplugging cooking electric grill 6 Unplug grill from outlet when not in use or before 18 The use of longer detachable power supply cords or cleaning Allow grill to cool before cleaning or adding or extension cords is not recommended However if such removing parts Do not clean this product with water cords are used they should be of the same type as spray or the like appliance supply cord with an equal or heavier rating 7 Never operate any appliance with damaged electrical When using extension cords connections must be kept components or after the appliance has malfunctioned dry and off of the ground The length of the cord should Inspect regularly supply cord and connections If Cord be kept as short as possible Element or Control is damaged or worn it must be 19 Store grill out of the reach of children replaced by an authorized service facility as special tools 20 Never allow other persons to be near the grill while in are required Do not attempt to repair appliance yourself use Contact your authorized service agent for installation of Keep bystanders out of the grilling area electric replacement kit MODEL NO 1099 21 WARNING DO NOT USE CHARCOAL IN AN 8 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by ELECTRIC GRILL MECO may cause inj
20. lug the cord To start the PORTABLE BATTERY POWERED MO TOR insert a D Cell battery into the housing and turn the switch to on To stop turn the switch off You can also adjust the hood to any of four posi tions to clear large pieces of meat or to control the cooking rate and the amount of smokey flavor TO ADJUST HOOD HEIGHT pull hood stop for ward to unlock adjust to desired height then push back to lock For fastest cooking rate and maximum smokey fla vor use the lowest possible position for the shaft and the hood Open all vents about halfway When using this rotisserie on grills other than 1800 you must first place the hood stop in a position to hold the hood up just enough to clear the spit shaft On Sizzler grills without hinges you should remove the hood and hang it on the side of the bowl while you are cooking When the spit shaft is removed you may use your grill with the hood closed all the way The rotisserie brackets will not affect the normal use of the grill ROTISSERIE COOKING 1 Slide one spit fork onto the spit shaft and tighten the thumb screw Insert the pointed end of the shaft through the center of the piece of meat or through the body cavity of a fowl Make sure the prongs of the spit fork are securely engaged in the meat Slide the other fork onto the spit shaft and into the meat and tighten the thumb screw THUMB SCREW c 2 Check for balance by turning the shaft
21. meat Slide the other fork onto the spit shaft and into the meat and tighten the thumb screw B Check for balance by turning the shaft in the palms of your hand Adjust if needed and tighten the thumb screws securely with pliers or an adjus table wrench You may have to tie loose selec tions of the meat such as wings and legs of a fowl with string to keep them out of the fire C Make a DRIP PAN about one inch larger all around than your meat Use a double layer of aluminum foil and pinch the corners so the pan will hold the grease drippings The cooking grid will not be in use when rotisserie cooking so store it in a safe place If you will be us ing the WARMING RACK position the rack to the rear of the fire pan or grate Start the fire in your grill then place the drip pan so it will catch all the drippings from the meat Ar range the charcoal all around the edges of the pan You can adjust the spit to any of three height posi tions for cooking large pieces of meat or to slow cooking rate by moving the meat farther away from the fire To ADJUST SPIT HEIGHT hang the motor in the desired keyhole slot then insert the pointed end of the spit shaft through the motor bracket and into the square hole in the motor Place the grooved end of the shaft into the proper notch on the spit brackets To start the HEAVY DUTY ELECTRIC motor plug the cord into any properly grounded 110 120 volt AC outlet To stop unp
22. n the control knob shows at a glance whether the grill is on or off and a highly visible pilot light shows when the element is energized COOKING ON YOUR MECO ELECTRIC GRILL BREAK IN Place your grill in a well ventilated area Make sure overhead combustible surfaces are at least four feet above grill If you have a table model grill put it on a sturdy surface away from the edge and out of the reach of children Keep the electrical cord out of walkways so it will not be tripped over Plug the power cord into a 110 120V outlet of at least 15A capacity MAKE SURE NO OTHER HIGH WATTAGE APPLIANCES ARE PLUGGED INTO THE SAME CIRCUIT Shut the hood of the grill Turn the Handle Control to the BARBECUE position and set the Control Knob to SETTING 3 Allow the grill to operate for at least fifteen minutes to burn away any oils that may have been left on during the manufacturing process As soon as the new smell goes away you will be ready to cook TEMPERATURE CONTROL There are three ways to control the cooking temperature of your MECO electric grill PLUS Rotisserie Cooking 1 The CONTROL KNOB is for turning the grill on and off and to vary the cooking temperature from a searing steak SETTING 3 down to a keep warm SETTING 1 2 With the element in DUAL LEVEL position you can get lower temperatures at the front of the cooking grid and higher temperatures at the back This means you can cook foods tha
23. pt of infrared reflectivity to save energy that is normally wasted It not only gives you steaks seared to perfection but also cooks chicken to tender succulent doneness without burning It totally eliminates the need for lava rock No Fuss No Mess You will be ready to cook in less than ten minutes without having to handle dirty dusty fuels flammable lighter fluids or fuel cylinders Stores Easily Dramatic new shape is just the right size for today s families It fits anywhere from the smallest balcony to the largest patio yet you can still cook enough filet mignon to serve 16 people Easy to Clean Porcelain coated cooking grid and energy efficient reflector fit most dishwashers You do not have messy volcanic rock to clean up or replace Real Outdoor Taste It is the instantaneous searing and burning of the dripping fats not charcoal that gives food that characteristic outdoor taste The heat reflector is positioned to drain away enough drippings to prevent flare ups but leave enough drippings to burst into magic small flames that just kiss the meat and sear it to perfection Large Cooking Space Large cuts of meat such as roasts thick chops whole chickens and fancy burgers with all the trimmings can be prepared faster by cooking with the grill hood closed The optional rotisserie allows even larger cuts of meat to be cooked and will accommodate cuts up to nine inches in diameter approximately a twelve pound
24. t attach the Top Frame to the Cart Place the Top Frame ends underneath the Fixed and Roller Leg Frames Make sure the large hole in the Bracket is to the rear and the Bracket edges are down Insert a 10 24 x 2 Bolt through the Leg Frames and ends of the Top Frame Attach 10 24 Locknuts and tighten snug Step 2 Fig 10 If your Grill did not come with accessory side tables close up the four square ends of the Top Frame with Insert Plugs Save the extra four 1 1 4 Bolts and Locknuts or go ahead and assemble them to cart for future attachment of side tables FIG 9 At this time go back and tighten all Bolts and Nuts securely before proceeding LARGE HOLE 10 24 LOCKNUT 10 24 x 2 BOLT ae 10 24 x 1 1 4 BOLT a TOP FRAME 4 INSERT PLUG 10 24 LOCKNUT FIG 9 FIG 10 WHEEL ASSEMBLY Step 1 FIG 11 Place Push Nut on a solid surface and tap one end of the axle into place with a hammer Step 2 FIG 12 Put a Wheel whitewall side first on to the Axle Slide the Axle and wheel through the Roller Leg Lay Wheel and Frame Assembly on its side Step 3 Put the other Wheel whitewall side out on the Axle Ty I 1stWHEEL PA WHITEWALL ji THIS WAY Step 4 Put the other Push Nut on the end of the Axle and tap it I into place with a hammer ill FIXED LEG FIG 11 e iia os 2 nd WHEEL F PUSH NUT WHITEWALL THIS WAY wy WOOD BLOC
25. t require different temperatures at the same time 3 The hinged HOOD can be closed or left open to vary the cooking temperature With the hood closed you will get higher temperatures and more smoky flavor when using hickory or mesquite chips With the hood open the heat and smoke are allowed to escape SEE TEMPERATURE CONTROL AT A GLANCE NEXT PAGE TEMPERATURE CONTROL AT A GLANCE For Lower Cooking Temperatures SETTING 1 Yellow Orange For Moderate Cooking Temperatures SETTING 2 For Rotisserie Cooking VARIES SETTING 2 3 Orange Red For HigherCooking Temperatures SETTING 3 Red OPEN OR CLOSED DUAL LEVEL POSITION BARBECUE POSITION 2 Tos Ss PREPARATION The high volume hood shape also allows you to cook large roasts hams and turkeys with the optional rotisserie kit For easy clean up spray the cooking grid with a non stick vegetable spray before you turn on the grill Do not spray the reflector Make sure the GREASE CUP or pan is in its holder underneath the grease drain hole at the back of the grill NOTE Use an aluminum drip pan when cooking large turkeys or roasts Preheat the grill for at least five minutes longer when the outside temperature is below 68 F when cooking steaks and hamburgers Other foods can be cooked without preheating the grill but you should add at least five minutes to the total cooking time Marinades can be used to enhance the flavor of meats
26. uries 22 Never use a barbecue grill in your trailer tent house 9 Electrical supply cords should always be secured during garage or any enclosed area Carbon monoxide may appliance operation to protect against product damage or accumulate and cause death Always use your grill in personal injury a well ventilated area 10 Never let cord touch hot surfaces Contact MECO if you do not understand any of the instructions in this manual Do not lend your grill without the Owner s Manual Be sure that anyone using your grill reads and understands the information contained in this manual SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE NOTICE MECO strives To BE A QUALITY SUPPLIER OF CONSUMER PRODUCTS IF WE HAVE INADVERTENTLY OMITTED ANY PARTS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY OR IF YOU NEED TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT OUR CONSUMER SERVICE DEPT MECO WILL SHIP REPLACEMENT PARTS MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY WITHIN 24 HOURS SATURDAY amp SUNDAY ORDERS WILL SHIP THE NEXT WORKING DAY THANK YOU FOR PURCHASING A MECO PRODUCT ASK FOR CONSUMER SERVICE DEPT ie CONSUMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT 4 800 346 3256 call or write MECO CORPORATION 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK 4500 INDUSTRIAL ROAD 4 423 639 1171 TELEPHONE GREENEVILLE TN 37745 USA 4 423 639 2570 FAX MECO CORPORATION 1998 2 IMPORTANT FEATURES THAT MAKE YOUR NEW MECO GRILL OUTSTANDING A New Advancement in State of the Art Outdoor Cooking Uses the energy efficient conce
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