TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
WARNING: To reduce the risk of shock and unintended operation, turn power off and unplug
unit before troubleshooting.
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"Add Grill" appears on the control panel display.
The grill plate needs to be installed. Once installed, close the lid and press the start button to begin.
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"Add Food" appears on the control panel display.
The unit has completed preheating and it is now time to add your ingredients.
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"Shut Lid" appears on the control panel display.
The lid is open and needs to be closed for the selected function to start.
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"E" appears on the control panel display.
The unit is not functioning properly. Please contact Customer Service at 0800 000 9063.
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product on hand when you call.
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My unit won't turn on?
1 Check the residual current device (RCD) is fully plugged in and the reset button has been pressed.
2 Ensure the press switch is turned to the ON position.
3 Make sure the dial is not in the OFF position.
If your unit doesn't turn on after taking the steps above, please contact Customer Service at
0800 000 9063.
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Should I add my ingredients before or after preheating?
For best results, let the unit preheat before adding ingredients.
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Do I need to completely fill the smoke box with pellets?
Yes, always fill the smoke box to the top. We've perfected the amount of pellets needed for each
smoke session, regardless of the function or food load, the unit will burn through them appropriately.
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When do I press the Woodfire Flavour technology button?
Press the Woodfire Flavour technology button before pressing start when wanting to add smoke
using the Grill, Air Fry, Roast, Bake or Dehydrate. You do not need to press the Woodfire Flavour
technology button when using the Smoker function. We don't advise to use Woodfire Technology
with reheat, as your food is already full of flavour.
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Why are flames coming out from the pellet box?
Small flames can come out from the pellet box if the grill lid is lifted in windy conditions.
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Where should I keep my pellets stored?
Always store pellets in a dry area. Any moisture in the pellets can compromise ignition and quality of
smoke flavour.
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Should I use any oils or non-stick sprays when smoking?
No, we do not recommend using any oils or non-stick sprays when smoking because smoke will not
adhere to the food as well.
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How do I dispose of burnt pellets after a cook cycle?
Pellets may continue to burn after cook time is complete. Do not touch or remove the smoke box
until the grill has stopped smoking, pellets have completely burnt out and the smoke box has cooled.
Then, remove the smoke box and safely discard cooled ash contents.
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Why is preheat taking so long?
Preheat times vary by function and unit temperature.
GRILL: approx. HI 8-12 | MED 6-11 | LO 5-9mins.
AIR FRY, BAKE, ROAST: 3 minutes
SMOKER, DEHYDRATE, REHEAT: No preheat.
If adding Woodfire Flavour, ignition time will add an additional 2-4 minutes.
Using the unit in inclement weather with heavy rain could cause longer preheat times.
If using an extension cord, ensure it is suitable for use outdoors with outdoor appliances. Using the
incorrect cord could lead to the cord overheating, melting and/or a drop in voltage.
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While preheating is strongly recommended for best results, you can skip it by pressing and holding
the START/STOP button for 3 seconds. "ADD FOOD" will flash across the screen. Open the lid and
place ingredients in unit. Once the lid is closed, cooking will begin and the timer will start counting
down.
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Can I turn off Woodfire Flavour technology?
If you pressed Woodfire Flavour technology and already started your cooking function by pressing
START, you can press the Woodfire Flavour technology button again to turn it off if the ignition
cycle is less than 75% complete (indicated by the progress bar on the display screen). If pellets have
fully ignited and the grill has transitioned to the preheat cycle (indicated on the display screen), you
cannot turn Woodfire Flavour technology off.
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Can I add more pellets during a cook cycle?
When using the SMOKER function, you can add more pellets once the first batch has fully burned.
Press and hold the Woodfire Flavour technology button for 4 seconds to ignite new full box of
pellets. If running back-to-back smoking sessions, we recommend refilling the smoke box using the
pellet scoop when half the pellets have burned. DO NOT refill more than 2 times. DO NOT re-ignite
pellets.
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