Fire Magic Custom Gourmet Unibody Series 12 & 13 - Manual (Page 11)

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OPERATING YOUR BARBECUE
To extend the life of your Fire Magic Barbecue, follow these
steps prior to cooking:
1. Begin by heating the unit at a normal cooking temperature
for several minutes.
2. Then open the control valves to the 'HIGH' setting to burn
off residue remaining from prior use.
3. When the barbecue has heated sufficiently, set heat to the
desired cooking level.
4. When using a smoke oven, closing the cover during the
preheat period will accelerate the preparation process. DO NOT
operate unattended at high flame as cooking temperatures
will quickly be exceeded.
Using Your Optional Backburner
Rotisserie cooking with the backburner is accomplished without
use of the main grill burners. The cooking grids are removed
and if large cuts are to be barbecued, the flavor grids may be
removed to allow more clearance from the spit rod to the fire
box. Aluminum foil or a baking pan may be placed over the
main burners to catch excess drippings from your cooking.
a. Remove the backburner cover (Figure 14).
b. Place your meat on the rotisserie spit rod. Make sure it is
centered on the spit. Refer to the instructions provided with
your Fire Magic Rotisserie and counter balance.
c. Follow the lighting instructions on page 10
d. Allow the Backburner to preheat for approximately 10
minutes on 'HIGH' setting.
e. Place the spit rod with the meat into the rotisserie and turn
on the motor.
f. Use a standard roasting guide to estimate the length of time
for your meat. A meat thermometer may also be used to tell
when your favorite cuts are cooked to your liking. When testing
temperatures with a thermometer, turn off the rotisserie motor
and turn the backburner on 'LOW'. This will keep the meat from
over cooking on one side
g. Operate your backburner with the oven closed. This will
simulate an oven effect and help your meat cook faster. The
constant rotation of the spit assures even cooking and maximum
retention of juices.
h. On large cuts of meat or whole turkeys, it may be necessary
to reduce the heat from your backburner. Cooking your food at
lower temperature for a longer period will keep the outer surface
from burning, while cooking the interior of your food thoroughly. `
Figure 14 BACKBURNER COVER BACKBURNER
* Available from your nearest Fire Magic Dealer
Each time you use your barbecue, make sure that:
1. The area around the barbecue is clear of flammable
substances such as gasoline, yard debris, wood, etc.
2. There is no blockage of the air flow through the vent space
located below the face of the unit.
3. When using propane gas:
a. The special ventilation openings in the enclosure
are kept free and clear of debris.
b. If connected to a propane cylinder, the rubber hose
attached to the regulator is carefully inspected before
each use.
c. The propane cylinder, regulator and rubber hose are
installed in a location not subject to heating above
125° F (51° C).
4. The burner flames burn evenly along both sides of each
burner with a steady flame (mostly blue with yellow tipping,
see “Air Shutter Adjustment” below). If burner flames are not
normal, check the orifice and burner for insects or insect nests
(see page 4, Section 2, for burner removal and replacement).
5. The drip collector hole is clear and unobstructed. Excessive
grease deposits can result in a grease fire.
6. The in-line gas valve or gas cylinder valve is always shut
off when the barbecue is not in use.
DRIP COLLECTION SYSTEM
The drip collector in this Fire Magic Barbecue is part of the
unit’s main frame, and is located below the burners. The drip
collector has one hole which allows excess drippings to fall
through during cooking while separating the firebox from the
drip tray.
The drip collector allows you to brush or scrape residue from
the barbecue inner liner into the drip tray. Regular cleaning of
your barbecue interior with oven cleaner or Fire Magic Foaming
Barbecue & Grill Cleaner*, following manufacturer's
instructions, will prevent grease fires.
PREPARING THE BARBECUE FOR COOKING
To extend the life of your Fire Magic barbecue, follow these
steps prior to cooking:
1. Begin by heating the unit at a normal cooking temperature
for several minutes.
2. Then open the control valves to the 'HIGH' setting to burn
off residue remaining from prior use.
3. When the barbecue has heated sufficiently, set heat to the
desired cooking level.
4. When using a smoke oven, closing the cover during the
preheat period will accelerate the preparation process. DO NOT
operate unattended at high flame as cooking temperatures will
quickly be exceeded.
BARBECUE SAFETY INFORMATION & MAINTENANCE
WARNING: NEVER cover the entire cooking or grill surface with griddles or pans. Overheating will occur and
burners will not perform properly when combustion heat is trapped below the cooking surface.
CAUTION: NEVER spray water on a hot gas unit as this may damage porcelain or cast iron components.