Bayou Classic Cypress Grill - Ceramic Charcoal Grill & Cart 500-515 - Manual (Page 11)

AIR VENT ADJUSTMENTS
TEMPERATURE TYPE OF COOKING/MEAT
TOP DOME
AIR VENT
BOTTOM AIR VENT
200-225˚F Smoking Temperatures
Chicken Tenders
Grilling Hamburgers and Ribs
300˚F
325˚F
350˚F
450˚F +
OPEN CLOSED
Poultry and Turkey Breast
Roast Beef and Pork
Searing Steaks
Bottom Air Vent
Top Air Vent
A general guide on how to achieve desired cooking temperature.
Actual vent position could var y due to atmospheric conditions at any given location.
5) Do Not remove the Bottom Air Vent or Fire Bowl, Insulation Ring, or Charcoal Plate
to clean ashes. Simply slide open air vent and rake out ash.
GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT CERAMIC GRILLS
1) The Cypress grill is formed by firing a special blend of various clays and matter which stabilizes the ceramic.
It is a heat holding ceramic that resists rapid contraction and expansion. This stabilizing characteristic
prevents the ceramic from cracking should a cold rain occur while grilling. You can cook year round.
2) The exterior glaze may have small pin holes and imperfections. Near the metal bands may be found some
surfaces not completely covered by color and glaze. This is all normal and adds to the distinct character
making each grill unique. Over time, it is possible for the surface glaze to develop a "crackling" pattern.
This too is normal and adds to the grills character while having no effect on cooking performance.
3) Over time you may notice a crack in one or both ceramic inserts. This does not harm the function of the
grill so continue cooking as normal. Actually, a cracked insert is considered "normal" as it is the
buffer protecting the grill body from extreme heat.
4) Temperature Control: The insulating property found in ceramic provides superior grilling performance
because it retains both heat and moisture. By adjusting both top and bottom vents you can achieve a
desired cooking temperature. Temperature will continue to increase even after all vents are closed.
Therefore, it will require some practice to know when and how much to close vents as the desired temperature
approaches. Once temperature control is mastered, you can smoke, barbeque, grill or bake at precisely
the proper temperature. There is no need to repeatedly open the lid to monitor cooking.
5) Moisture Retention: Thick ceramic used on the Cypress Grill retains moisture and heat better than all other
conventional grills. As a result, foods are cooked evenly and completely while retaining natural juices and
flavors, with minimal shrinkage.
The heat and moisture retention property of ceramic grills makes them prone for growth of mold in certain
environments and between long intervals of use. Mold inside the grill can be removed simply by lighting
the grill and bake for half an hour at 450˚F. After the grill cools, remove excess residue with a wire brush.
Open and rake out ash.
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