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WARNING
DANGER
1. Never operate this grill
unattended.
For Your Safety,
From European and Southern style cooking to
Louisiana Cajun and Midwest flavors, hosts
Don and John McLemore guide viewers, step
by step, through the world of smoking, grilling,
frying and boiling. Let more than 20 recipes,
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If you smell gas:
2. Never operate this
1. Shut off gas to the grill.
grill under any overhead roof
covering (car port), awning or
overhang. Keep a minimum
clearance of 2 feet (3m.) from
all sides of the grill to all con-
struction. Keep the area clear
of all flammable liquids,
2. Extinguish any open
flame.
3. Open Lid.
4. If odor continues,
immediately call your
Fire Department.
combustible material including
but not limited to wood (all
forms), dry plants including
grass, brush, paper, and canvas.
Failure to follow these
instructions and warnings
properly could result in
fire or explosion, which
could cause property
damage, personal
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STOP & READ
Read and follow all warnings and
instructions before using grill.
This unit is 100% assembled.
Review Page 3 before using to
make sure all parts are in place.
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WARNING
1. Do not store spare LP cylinder
within 10 feet (3 m) of this
appliance.
This unit can not be
converted to use natural gas.
Use propane gas only.
Send this page, your return address,
plus check or money order in an envelope to:
Masterbuilt Outdoor Products
450 Brown Avenue,
If you need help or
parts are missing do
not return to dealer.
Contact Masterbuilt
first, 1-800-489-1581
2. Do no store or use gasoline or
other flammable liquids or
vapors within 25 feet (8 m) of
this appliance.
Columbus, GA 31906
Attn: Warranty Department
Manual Code 122303G
TRY SOUTHERN SECRETS
WARNING
• Always perform the soapy water test every time you use grill.
Spices, Marinades, BBQ Sauces and Batters
Kickin Cajun Seasoning for Frying Turkeys
• Avoid bumping or impact of the grill.
• Always disconnect your gas cylinder from your grill when not
in use.
Steak Seasoning for Frying or Grilling
BBQ Rub for Smoking Ribs and More
• Keep your hands, hair and face away from the burner flame.
Do not lean over grill when lighting the burner. This grill has an
open flame. Be careful of loose hair and clothing during
operation. They could catch fire.
• Never attach a gas cylinder, move or alter fittings when the grill
is hot or in use.
Injectable Turkey Marinades
Garlic & Herb or Buttery Creole
•
Do not attempt to disconnect any gas fitting while your grill is in use.
ALSO TRY: Sizzlin Steak Marinade, Glazing Honey Injectable
Marinade, Kickin Cajun Hot Wing Sauce, Hot and Spicy BBQ
Sauce and Grandma’s Mild BBQ Sauce
• Never use a gas cylinder if it shows signs of: dents, gouges,
bulges, fire damage, erosion, leakage, excessive rust, or other
forms of visible external damage. The cylinder may be hazardous
and should be checked by a liquid propane supplier.
• If burner does not ignite, turn OFF the control valve and gas
and wait 5 minutes before trying to light it again. If the burner
goes out during operation, first turn control valve OFF, then the
gas cylinder OFF.
•
Do not allow anyone to conduct activities around your grill during
or following its use until the unit has cooled. The grill is hot during
operation and remains hot for a period of time following its use.
Fish & Seafood Batters
Original Crispy Batter
Original Crispy Cajun Batter
• Be careful when removing food from the grill for it is hot and
could cause burns.
Southern Style Corn Meal Breading
• Never use glassware, plastic, or ceramic cookware on this grill.
• When grill use is complete, always turn the gas control valve
OFF first, then the gas cylinder valve OFF.
Gift Packs
• Preheating grill is not necessary. If preheating is desired,
opening dome can releases intense heat. Use caution.
CAUTION
• Fatty foods (like hamburgers) can have excess grease and can
cause flare up. When cooking fatty foods, use a low setting with
lid open.
Turkey Cookin’ Kit
Steak & BBQ Cookin’ Kit
Fish & Wing Cookin’ Kit
• Clean flame disk & internal base pan before each use. (See Page
5 for parts list). This will cut down on build-up and flare ups.
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GRILLING RECIPES
WARNING
GRILLED ZUCCHINI HALVES
CARIBBEAN FLAVOR CHICKEN
1 tsp. salt
1 clove garlic, peeled, plus 2
cloves, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons dried leaf oregano
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
8 chicken pieces (breasts, thighs,
drum sticks)
3 tablespoons oil
1 small onion, minced
• The use of alcohol, prescription or non
prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s
ability to properly assemble or safely operate
the grill.
- 2 large zucchini
- 4 tbs. olive oil
- 2 tbs. Southern Secrets Sizzlin'
Steak Seasoning
Trim Zucchini ends and wash
thoroughly. Cut in half. Make 4 cuts
in zucchini 1/8 inch deep. Rub
each half with 1 TBS. olive oil and
1/2 TBS. Southern Secrets Sizzlin'
Steak Seasoning.
• Do not obstruct flow of combustion and
ventilation. Keep the ventilation opening(s) of the
cylinder enclosure free and clear of debris.
1/3 catsup
1/3 cup cider vinegar
Mash salt with peeled garlic to
make a paste. Work in 1-1/2
teaspoon oregano, paprika and
lemon juice. Rub this mixture over
the chicken. Place chicken over hot
coals and grill, turning every 7 to 8
minutes, until done. Stir in catsup,
vinegar and remaining oregano,
and simmer 15 minutes. When
chicken is done, brush on chicken
and grill 5 minutes longer. Place
onto a warm platter and serve
remaining sauce at table. Fried
plantain or grill-baked bananas or
saffron rice go well with this.
Grill on medium heat for 20 min.
• The installation of this grill must conform with
local codes or, in the absence of local codes, with
the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1, Storage
and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases,
ANSI/NFPA 58 or CSA B149.1, Natural Gas
Installation Code or CAN/CGA-B149.2, Propane
Installation Code.
GRILLED FLANK STEAK
1 1/2 lbs flank steak
Marinate in:
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1/3 cup soy sauce
1tsp. dried, ground ginger or
freshly chopped ginger and the
juice of 1 lemon
Place steak in shallow glass
casserole dish and pour marinade
• The LP-gas cylinder being used must be
constructed and marked in accordance with the
specifications for LP-gas cylinders of the U.S.
Department of Transportation (DOT) CFR 49 or the
National Standards of Canada, CAN/CSA-B339,
Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the
over top. Let
marinate at least 3
hours, turning every hour or so.
Remove from smoker and place on
grill for 3 to 4 minutes on each
side. Slice diagonally and serve.
GRILLED FRESH PINEAPPLE
1 1/2 sticks of butter or margarine
1 tablespoon of garlic powder
Peel and clean fresh pineapple.
Cut into serving pieces and place
on grill. Mix butter and garlic
powder well. Baste each piece of
pineapple while cooking. Cook until
golden brown. Serve as a side dish
with chicken or pork.
Transportation of Dangerous Goods.
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GRILLING RECIPES
DANGER
Gas Cylinder Placement and Filling:
TENDERLOINS WITH BLUE
SAUCY CHERRY
CHEESE BUTTER
- 1/4 cup margarine or butter-
softened
CHICKEN PIECES
- 1 cup cherry preserves
- 1 tbs. margarine or butter
- 1/2 tsp. finely shredded
lemon peel
• Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or
near grill. The gas cylinder safety relief valve may
overheat, allowing gas to release causing and
intense fire with rise of death or serious injury.
- 1/2 tsp. lemon juice
- 1/8 tsp. pepper
- 1/4 cup crumbled blue cheese
- 8 slices bacon
- 2 tbs. lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
- 4 10-ounce beef tenderloin or top - 1/4 tsp. ground allspice
• Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full.
Overfilled cylinders can release gas.
loin steaks, cut 1 inch thick
- 1/8 tsp. salt
- Dash of ground cloves
- 2 to 2 1/2 lbs. chicken pieces
For blue cheese butter, in a small
mixing bowl, stir together
• If you smell, hear or see gas escaping
immediately get away from the gas cylinder and
call the Fire Department.
margarine or butter, lemon juice,
and pepper. Fold in blue cheese
and mix just till combined.
For sauce, in a small sauce pan
combine cherry preserves,
margarine or butter, lemon peel,
lemon juice, cinnamon, allspice,
salt, and cloves. Cook and stir until
all combined.
In a skillet, cook bacon till almost
done, but not crisp. Drain off fat,
pat bacon with paper towels to
remove excess fat. Wrap bacon
around steaks, securing with
wooden toothpicks.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
Remove skin from chicken (if
desired red) Rinse chicken; pat dry.
Preheat gas grill. Adjust heat for
direct cooking. Place chicken, bone
side up on grill rack over medium
Gas Cylinder Storage and Grill Check:
Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of reach of
children and must not be stored in a building,
garage, or any other enclosed area. Before each
use check all nuts and bolts to be sure that they
are tight and secure. Before each use perform
soapy water test. Before each use, inspect gas
hose for any signs of abrasion, cuts, leaks, or
wear. If replacement is needed, contact Masterbuilt
Manufacturing for regulator hose model # BPRLP19.
Preheat gas grill. Adjust heat for
direct cooking. Place steaks on grill heat. Cover and grill for 35 to 45
rack over medium heat. Cover and minutes or until tender and no
grill for 8 to 12 minutes for rare
(140 degrees) or 12 to 15 minutes
for medium (160 degrees.) Serve
steaks with a spoonful of blue
cheese butter.
longer pink. Turn chicken halfway
through cooking. Brush with sauce
frequently the last 10 minutes of
grilling.
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GRILL ASSEMBLY, CONFIGURATIONS & PARTS LIST
GRILLING RECIPES
GRILLED BONELESS
CHICKEN BREASTS
marinade over tenderloin.
CAUTION: Opening lid
with caution during use. Grill is
very hot and will release heat.
4) Seal up foil with marinade and
tenderloin, over wrap with foil
again.
5) Place on low heat; grill for 30 to
40 minutes, turning often.
6) Cook tenderloin thoroughly
and serve.
- 4-6 Boneless Chicken Breasts
- 1 bottle of Southern Secret's
Grandma's Mild BBQ Sauce
1) Place each chicken breast on
cutting board and trim off skin
and fat.
2) Cut horizontal chicken breast
in half.
GRILLED MARINATED STEAKS
CHUCK STEAKS, T-BONES OR
SIRLOIN STEAK
3) Pierce each chicken breast with
a fork several times.
- 2 to 21⁄2 lb. Sirloin Steak about 1
inch thick.
- 1 bottle Southern Secret's Sizzlin'
Steak Marinade
4) Place chicken breast in medium
bowl and cover with Southern
Secret's Grandma's Mild BBQ
Sauce. Cover and refrigerate.
The longer the better.
5) On low heat, grill chicken
breasts 10 to 12 minutes
brushing on marinade from
bottle. Turn half way through.
Cook chicken breast thoroughly.
1) Pierce steak with forks
completely.
2) Place Steak in shallow dish or
Large resealable plastic bag.
3) Cover meat with Southern
Secret's Sizzlin' Steak Marinade.
4) Cover or seal and refrigerate at
least 2 hours.
GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN
5) Remove meat discard marinade.
6) Grill over medium coals until
meat is grilled as desired.
7) 6-7 minutes per side for rare, 8-
10 minutes per side for medium,
11- 13 minutes per side for
well done.
- 1 Pork Tenderloin 2 to 3 lbs.
- 1 bottle of Southern Secrets
Garlic and Herb Marinade
STAND ASSEMBLY
1) Pierce pork tenderloin with a
fork to allow marinade to
1) Mount center
BURNER RING CHECK
permeate though the meat.
2) Place pork tenderloin in
resealable plastic bag and pour
in 1 bottle of Southern Secrets
Garlic and Herb Marinade.
Cover and refrigerate. The
longer the better.
post first to the
BEFORE LIGHTING
base and secure
GRILL, CHECK BURNER
with three screws.
RING TO MAKE SURE IT IS
FIRMLY IN PLACE & FLAT
ON TOP OF CAST
BURNER BEFORE
LIGHTING. IF THE
2. Mount grill head
to the center post
using three screws.
BURNER RING IS NOT IN
PLACE PROPERLY, THE
BURNER WILL NOT BURN
CORRECTLY, PRODUCING
A LOW FLAME.
3) Place marinated pork tenderloin
on aluminum foil and pour
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REGULATOR TO GAS CYLINDER VALVE CONNECTION
SAFE STORAGE & MAINTENANCE
COUNTER
CLOCKWISE
• ALWAYS turn gas OFF at the gas cylinder valve prior to
inspecting parts.
CLOCKWISE
WARNING
On
OFF
Extinguish all open flames
before connecting the
• ALWAYS empty Drip Tray, located in back of unit, after to each use.
regulator to the gas cylinder.
• DO NOT obstruct flow of combustion and ventilation. Keep the
ventilation opening(s) of the cylinder enclosure clear of debris.
The cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.
CONNECTION
TO GAS CYLINDER
• ALWAYS allow your grill to cool completely before handling.
• When grill is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply
cylinder.
GAS CONTROL VALVE OPERATIONS
• ALWAYS disconnect your gas cylinder after using your grill.
• Clean grill, including special surfaces such as grill racks with
cleaning agents. Wipe outside of unit with a damp rag.
(Do Not Use Oven Cleaner)
• ALWAYS cover and store your grill in a protected area.
• Gas cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of
children and must not be stored in a building, garage or any other
enclosed area.
• Always store gas cylinder upright and in areas where
temperatures won’t exceed 125° F.
• Indoor storage of grill is permissible only if the cylinder is
disconnected and removed.
• With normal use, some bronzing may occur.
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SOAPY WATER TEST WARNING AND PROCEDURES
BURNER LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
• The Soapy Water Test must be performed each time the gas cylinder
is connected to your grill or each time the grill is used.
1. Read all instructions and warnings before lighting
2. Check the gas control valve and gas cylinder valve to be certain it
is in the OFF position before connecting to the gas cylinder.
perform soapy water test before each use.
• The Soapy Water Test must be performed outdoors in a well-ventilated
area.
3. Open lid during lighting
• When performing the Soapy Water Test, always keep grill away from
open flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. Never use an open flame to test
for gas leaks.
4. Turn gas control valve OFF, turn gas cylinder valve on
5. Push down knob and turn to 'ignite' and light
6. Repeat up to three time if necessary
• This product will not operate with natural gas.
PROCEDURE:
7. If ignition does not take place immediately, wait five minutes and
then match light. See match light instructions below.
1. Turn gas control valve to OFF position, and turn the gas cylinder
valve to the OFF position.
8. After each use, first turn the gas control valve off first, then the gas
cylinder valve off. Always allow grill to cool completely before
touching, moving, or storing.
2. Prepare your soapy water solution by combining (1) one part dish
washing liquid with (3) three parts water to test for the possibility of
any gas leaks in the hose or connections to regulator and the
regulator connection to gas cylinder. Apply soapy water solution to the
gas cylinder valve, regulator and up the hose to the grill hose
connection.
CAUTION: Fatty foods (like hamburgers) can have excess grease and can
cause flare up. When cooking fatty foods, use a low setting with lid open.
MATCH LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
3. Turn gas cylinder valve ON (gas control valve is in
Bubbles in Soapy Water Test
the OFF position) and observe gas cylinder valve,
hose and regulator for bubbles. DO NOT LEAVE
GAS ON FOR MORE THAN 12 SECONDS. If
bubbles appear, stop, turn gas cylinder OFF, and
retighten the fitting. Repeat test.
1. Read all instructions and warnings before lighting
2. Check the gas control valve and gas cylinder valve to be certain it
is in the OFF position before connecting to the gas cylinder.
perform soapy water test before each use.
3. Open lid during lighting
4. When the test is complete, and there are no leaks, wait a minimum of
5 minutes for gas fumes to diminish before lighting cooker.
4. Turn gas control valve OFF, turn gas cylinder valve on
DURING ANY PORTION OF THE SOAPY WATER TEST, IF BUBBLES
CONTINUE TO APPEAR, STOP, DO NOT USE THE GRILL AND
CONTACT YOUR LOCAL PROPANE DEALER OR MASTERBUILT AT
800-489-1581 NOTE: USE A 20 LB. CYLINDER OR SMALLER WITH A
PROTECTIVE COLLAR WITH THIS GRILL.
5. Push down knob and turn to
WARNING:
Always visually
low setting
6. Place a lit fireplace match through check burner ignition
lighting hole in side of grill.
to avoid gas leeks.
7. After each use, first turn the gas
control valve off first, then the gas
cylinder off. Always allow grill to
cool completely before touching,
moving, or storing.
Before each use perform soapy water test. Before each use, inspect
gas hose for any signs of abrasion, cuts, leaks, or wear.
If replacement is needed, contact Masterbuilt Manufacturing
for regulator hose model #BPRLP19.
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