Meco 9350 Series User's Manual
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1. Be CORPORATION 9350 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 5876 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 or cooking mitts at all times since the grill will become very hot Open hood carefully when cooking to avoid burns from the hot air and steam trapped inside 2 Wear clothing that does not have hanging shirt tails frills or apron strings 3 Use long handle barbecue utensils to avoid personal injury caused by burns and splatters 4 To protect against electric shock never immerse cord plugs or electric heating element in water or any other liquid 5 Never leave heating element on when you are not cooking 6 Unplug grill from outlet when not in use or before cleaning Allow grill to cool before cleaning or adding or removing parts Do not clean this product with water spray or the like 7 Never operate any appliance with damaged electrical components or after the appliance has malfunctioned Inspect regularly su2. CLOSED DUAL LEVEL POSITION BARBECUE POSITION CLOSED DUEL LEVEL POSITION COOK ON REAR HALF OF GRID EO Toe 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 burning 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
3. Nut securely STEP 4 COMPLETE FRAME CROSSBRACE ASSEMBLY FIG A Step 4 Get 2nd Support Tube 8 Position Support Tube where the two large holes fit over the ends of the two Grease Cup Rods 12 See FIG A Line up hole in end of Support Tube 8 and 2nd hole from end of Crossbrace 9 Place 1 1 2 Bolt 10 through holes and thread Lock Nut 11 onto Bolt Get 2nd Crossbrace 9 and position with 2nd holes from ends with holes in end of each Support Tube 8 See FIG B Place two 1 1 2 Bolts 10 through holes and thread Lock Nut 11 onto Bolts Tighten all Lock Nuts securely STEP 5 ATTACH CROSSBRACE ASSEMBLY TO LEGS Step 5 Position Roller Leg 13 on edge as shown in diagram above Position Crossbrace Assembly From Step 4 where holes in the end Crossbrace 9 line up with upper holes in Roller Leg 13 Note Make sure top holes in Crossbraces are facing upward before assembling to Legs Place 1 1 2 Bolts 10 through holes and thread a Lock Nut 11 on bolts Do not tighten Lock Nuts Attach other side of Crossbrace Assembly to Roller Leg 13 using the same method Repeat steps above to attach the Fixed Leg 14 with the other end of the Crossbrace Assembly Get two Crossbraces 9 and attach to bottom of Roller Leg 13 and Fixed Leg 14 with Bolts 10 amp Lock Nuts 11 Refer to diagram above When all four Crossbraces are attached to both legs tighten all
4. low with the variable heat control Bright graphics on 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 tempe
5. pounds or other pieces of meat as large as 9 inches in diameter with very little of your attention NOTE Use 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
6. to clean the reflector pan after each use When you do have to remove and clean reflector remove Cooking Grid and follow these steps 1 Rotate Handle Control counterclockwise to Remove Reflector position and Lock the Rotisserie Lock R 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 gr
7. to nine inches in diameter approximately a twelve pound 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
8. total Butterflied 30 40 min total turn frequently POSITION 2 Whole 8 12 Ib 15 20 min Ib Whole 4 62 Ib 25 35 min Ib Whole 8 12 Ib 20 30 min Ib POSITION 2 60 75 min total 8 12 min total in moistened husks 15 20 min 20 min total turn frequently 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 easier carving 4 Direct See p 4 2 Indirect Use a drip pan under the meat see p 4 3 Rotisserie See p 4
9. Lock Nuts Roller Leg 13 STEP 6 ATTACH WHEELS TO ROLLER LEGS gt FIG A Place Push Nut 17 H underneath hub of wheel to lo support Axle Rod Assembly FIG B Step 6 Place Push Nut 17 on a hard surface ex piece of wood concrete etc positioned with open end up Set Axle Rod 16 into open end of Push Nut 17 and hit axle rod with hammer to force it down into Push Nut Repeat for second Axle Rod See FIG A CAUTION Make sure White wall side of Wheel is facing outward Once Push Nuts 17 are installed they cannot be removed without destroying With frame on its side as shown in the diagram above insert Push Nut Axle Rod through hole in white wall side of Wheel 4 Insert Axle Rod through outside hole in Roller Leg Place extra Push Nut 17 beneath the hub of the wheel to support the Push Nut Axle Rod assembly See Figure B Hammer a Push Nut onto the inside end of the Axle Rod Rotate the frame to the other side and repeat wheel assembly for opposite side of Roller Leg Frame Make sure White wall side of Wheel is outside of frame before securing Push Nuts STEP 7 ATTACH GREASE CUP HOLDER TO RODS AND INSERT FOIL GREASE PAN Step 7 Hang Grease Cup Holder 18 over Grease Cup Rods 12 Insert Foil Pan 19 into Grease Cup Holder STEP 8 MOUNT GRILL ASSEMBLY TO CART Step 8 Place grill Control Housing in the ROTISSERIE position Flip Rotisserie Lock down Thi
10. he Art Outdoor Cooking Uses the energy efficient concept 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
11. ill cover see your dealer 9300 SERIES CART GRILL ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS TOOLS NEEDED Zei EE eg es o t SE NG Phillips Screwdriver and or Pliers 3 8 Wrench Adjustable Straight Screwdriver Wrench Small Hammer Step 1 READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS 1 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 KIT PARTS KIT TEN PanioescRiPTon rara ary woos E PARToEscRIPTION ranta ane weca 1 1 Rod Grease Cup 2 All 9350 Models Non Window 03 5107 00 All 9350 Models 03 5001 02 Leg Shelf Support S Bolt 10 24 x 1 1 2 Ten G All 9300 Series Except 9329 amp Table Top Models PARTS KIT leger eet ee Reflector Pan installed jin Main Grill 17 5421 00 Sheet Accessory Order Form r WINDOW ASSEMBLY 9300W SERIES GRILLS If your unit is not a window version begin Grill Assembly next section Step 1 Open Hood remove Parts Bag Cooking Grid and any packing material Lay Main Grill Assembly on its back Step 2 Lay glass Window 4 into window recess FIG 1 Make sure the MECO logo will read correctly from the outside after installation Step 3 Insert Carriage Bolt 5 from outside of h
12. ood through hole and install Retainer Clip 6 on Bolt 5 The long flange CARRIAGE BOLT 5 Us PARTS KIT Rotisserie Motor U S amp Canada Te IS l 17 1529 00 1 9309 9329 amp 9359 Window Models 9309 9329 amp 9359 Window Models 17 5419 11 9309 9329 amp 9359 Window Models of the Retainer Clip 6 should be against the window 4 Step 4 Put Wing Nut 7 on Bolt 5 tighten with fingers until snug DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN Repeat for the other side Window Assembly should look like FIG 2 when complete 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 CAUTION This is a heat resistant tempered glass Take care not to drop water on the hot glass Main Grill Assembly 2 Long Flange Ve FIG 2 Completed Window Assembly STEP 3 ASSEMBLE SQUARE SUPPORT TUBE amp GREASE CUP RODS TO CROSSBRACE 12 Step 3 Get square Support Tube 8 Position hole in end of tube with 2nd hole of Crossbrace 9 Make sure that the Support Tube 8 is oriented with five holes on top and the two large Rod holes facing towards the middle of the Crossbrace 9 Place 1 1 2 Bolt 10 through holes and thread Lock Nut 11 onto Bolt Insert both Grease Cup Rods 12 into rod holes in Support Tube 8 Tighten Lock
13. pply cord and connections If Cord Element or Control is damaged or worn it must be replaced by an authorized service facility as special tools are required Do not attempt to repair appliance yourself Contact your authorized service agent for installation of electric replacement kit MODEL NO 1099 8 The use of accessory attachments not recommended by MECO may cause injuries 9 Electrical supply cords should always be secured during appliance operation to protect against product damage or personal injury 10 Never let cord touch hot surfaces 18 19 20 21 22 To avoid personal injury close hood before moving Never move a hot grill or leave grill unattended Never move a grill unless it is UNPLUGGED lt Never use an electric grill in the rain sleet or snow Never use electric grill near combustible or flammable materials Use baking soda to control a grease fire and have a fire extinguisher available Always attach plug to appliance first unless permanently attached Then plug cord into the wall outlet Turn Control knob s to OFF POSITION before unplugging electric grill The use of longer detachable power supply cords or extension cords is not recommended However if such cords are used they should be of the same type as appliance supply cord with an equal or heavier rating When using extension cords connections must be kept dry and off of the ground The length of the cord
14. ratures at the back This means you can cook foods that 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 For Lower Cooking Temperatures SETTING 1 Yellow Adjustment Control Knob Setting Orange TEMPERATURE CONTROL AT A GLANCE For Moderate Cooking Temperatures SETTING 2 For Rotisserie For HigherCooking Temperatures SETTING 3 Red VARIES SETTING Orange Red Hood Element Position OPEN OR CLOSED VAD DO Gs 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 to
15. s will hold the element in the vertical position Place Main Grill Assembly 2 over Support Tubes 8 Line up the four outer bottom Bowl Bolts over the rear two holes in the Support Tubes Secure Main Grill Assembly to Support Tubes with Bolts 10 and Lock Nuts 11 STEP 9 ROTISSERIE LOCK TO HOOD BOWL ASSEMBLY Step 1 Open the Hood Remove Parts Bag Cooking Grid and any packing material Lay the Hood Bowl on its back Step 2 FIG 3 Insert a 10 24 x 1 2 inch Bolt 21 through the hole between the hood hinges and the electric heating element Attach Rotisserie Lock 20 to the Bolt Thread Acorn Nut 22 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 22 The lock 20 must remain in contact with the inside surface of the Grill as it is rotated upward but should fall freely when released S Se 21 10 24 X 1 2 ae To release Reflector Pan and Heating Element from Rotisserie position turn Control full counterclockwise Then release Rotisserie Lock with left forefinger and turn Control Housing back to Barbecue position FIG 3 10 STEP 10 INSTALL WIRE SHELF AND LEG CAPS Step 10 Install Wire Shelf 23 into bottom Frame Support Insert the wire ends into the matching holes and push Shelf down Apply Leg Caps 24 to bottom of Fixed Leg 14 See Diagram above STEP 11 INSTALL MOLDED SIDE TABLES S
16. should be kept as short as possible Store grill out of the reach of children Never allow other persons to be near the grill while in use Keep bystanders out of the grilling area WARNING DO NOT USE CHARCOAL IN AN ELECTRIC GRILL Never use a barbecue grill in your trailer tent house garage or any enclosed area Carbon monoxide may accumulate and cause death Always use your grill in a well ventilated area 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 1 800 346 3256 24 HOURS 7 DAYS A WEEK 1 423 639 1171 TELEPHONE 1 423 639 2570 FAX MECO CORPORATION 1998 call or write CONSUMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT MECO CORPORATION 1500 INDUSTRIAL ROAD GREENEVILLE TN 37745 USA IMPORTANT FEATURES THAT MAKE YOUR MECO GRILL OUTSTANDING A New Advancement in State of t
17. tal cooking time Marinades can be used to enhance the flavor of meats 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
18. tep 12 Set Cooking Grid 27 in grill Grid should rest on two support pins in the front of bowl and on two protrusions in the rear of the bowl The grill is now assembled and you should now read the safety precautions and operating instructions in your owner s manual QUICK GLANCE COOK GUIDE Cooking COOKING TIME COOKING Temperature Temperature METHOD When Done IBEEF Steaks Kabobs POSITION 3 1 thick rare 3 4 min side med 3 4 min side well 3 4 min side HAMBURGERS POSITION 3 3 4 thick rare 3 4 min side med 3 4 min side well 5 6 min side POSITION 2 Rump Rolled 4 6 Ib rare 20 min lb Rib 6 8 Ib rare 16 18 min Ib med 18 20 min lb Whole Tenderloin 4 6 Ib 40 60 min total POSITION 2 Rib 2 3 Ib rare 25 30 min Ib med 30 35 min lb well 35 40 min Ib Leg 4 7 Ib rare 18 22 min Ib med 22 28 min Ib well 28 33 min Ib Shoulder 4 6 Ib med 22 28 min lb well 28 33 min Ib POSITION 2 flakes with fork 10 min per inch of thickness when done SHRIMP SCALLOPS POSITION 2 5 10 min total OYSTERS MUSSELS 5 10 min total 10 20 min total POSITION 2 1 thick 12 15 min 2 thick 20 25 min POSITION 2 45 60 min total Loin 3 5 Ib 25 30 min lb Boston Butt 4 6 Ib 20 26 min lb Leg fresh ham 5 8 Ib 18 24 min Ib POSITION 2 Fully Cooked 8 10 min Ib 140 F Uncooked 12 18 min Ib 160 F POSITION 2 Whole 2 1 2 3 1 2 Ib 35 45 min lb Pieces Quarters 50 70 min total POSITION 2 Whole 45 60 min
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