Understanding The Probes; Understanding The "P" Setting; Hopper Priming Procedure; First Use - Grill Burn-Off - Pit Boss NAVIGATOR PB550G Manuel Du Propriétaire

UNDERSTANDING THE PROBES

• TEMPERATURE PROBE
Located inside the main barrel, on the left side wall, is the temperature probe. It is a small, vertical piece of stainless steel. The
temperature probe measures the internal temperature of the unit. When the temperature is adjusted on the Control Board, the
temperature probe will read the actual temperature inside the unit and adjust to the desired temperature.
IMPORTANT: The temperature of your unit is highly affected by ambient outdoor weather, quality of pellets used,
flavor of pellets, and the quantity of food being cooked.
• MEAT PROBE
The meat probe measures the internal temperature of your meat in the grill, similar to your indoor oven. Plug-in the meat
probe adapter to the meat probe connection port on the Control Board and insert the stainless steel meat probe into the
thickest portion of your meat and the temperature will be displayed on the control board. To ensure the meat probe is
connected properly to the connection port, feel and hear it snap into place.
NOTE: When placing the meat probe into your meat, ensure the meat probe and meat probe wires avoid direct
contact with flame or excess heat. This can result in damage to your meat probe. Run the excess wire out the hole
located on the left side of the main grill or the top of the main grill (near the grill lid hinge). When not in use,
disconnect from the meat probe connection port and place aside to keep protected and clean.

UNDERSTANDING THE "P" SETTING

When the recessed "P" SET button is pushed, the "P" setting displayed on the LCD
screen will flash and change to the next value (upward). Once P7 is reached, it will
restart at P0. There are eight "P" settings, ranging from P0 to P7. The recessed "P" SET
button can be pushed using a thin-tipped object.
IMPORTANT: Do not push the "P" SET button too hard, as this may cause
damage. Only a light push is needed.
• USING THE "P" SETTING IN SMOKE MODE
Anytime the temperature dial is set to SMOKE, such as the start-up cycle, the
auger will run on more of a manual mode of cooking versus using one of the
preset dial temperatures. First, the auger will continuously turn and feed pellets
for four minutes. After four minutes, the auger begins to run a feed cycle based
on the "P' setting selected on the Digital Control Board. The default setting is P4.

HOPPER PRIMING PROCEDURE

These instructions should be followed the first time the grill is ignited, and each time the grill runs out of pellets in the hopper. The
auger must be primed to allow pellets to travel through the length of the auger, and fill the fire pot. If not primed, the igniter
will timeout before the pellets are ignited, and no fire will start. Follow these steps to prime the hopper:
1. Open the hopper lid. Make sure there are no foreign objects in the hopper or blocking the auger feed system at the bottom.
2. Remove all cooking components from the interior of the grill. Locate the fire pot in the bottom of the main barrel.
3. Plug the power cord into a power source. Press the Power Button to turn the unit on, and turn the Temperature
Control Dial to the SMOKE position. Check the following items:
• That you can hear the auger turning. Place your hand above the fire pot and feel for air movement. Do not place your
hand or fingers inside the fire pot. This can cause injury.
• After approximately a minute, you should smell the igniter burning and begin to feel the air getting warmer in the
fire pot. The igniter tip does not glow red, but gets extremely hot and will burn. Do not touch the igniter.
4. Once verified that all electric components are working correctly, press the Power Button to turn the unit off.
5. Fill the hopper with all natural barbecue wood pellets.
6. Press the Power Button to turn the unit on. Keep the Temperature Control Dial in the SMOKE position. Press and hold
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FIRST USE – GRILL BURN-OFF
Once your hopper has been primed and before cooking on your grill for the first time, it is important to complete a grill burn-off.
Start the grill and operate at any temperature over 176°C / 350°F (with the lid down) for 30 to 40 minutes to burn-off the grill
and rid it of any foreign matter.

AUTOMATIC START-UP PROCEDURE

AUGER CYCLE (seconds)
"P" SET ON OFF
P0 18 55
P1 18 70
P2 18 85
P3 18 100
*P4 18 115
P5 18 130
18 140
P6
P7 18 150
* Factory default setting

MANUAL START-UP PROCEDURE

the Prime Button until you see pellets on the inside of the grill from the auger tube. Once pellets begin to drop into the
fire pot, release the Prime Button.
7. Press the Power Button to turn the unit off.
8. Re-install the cooking components into the main barrel. The grill is now ready to use.
1. Plug the power cord into a grounded power source. Open the main barrel lid. Check the fire pot to ensure there is no
obstruction for proper ignition. Open the hopper lid. Ensure there are no foreign objects in the hopper or auger feed
system. Fill the hopper with dry, all natural barbecue hardwood pellets.
2. Ensure the Temperature Control Dial is in the SMOKE position. Press the Power Button to turn the unit on. This will
activate the start-up cycle. The auger feed system will begin to turn, the igniter will begin to glow and the fan will supply
air to the fire pot. The grill will begin to produce smoke while the start-up cycle is taking place. The barrel lid must remain
open during the start-up cycle. To confirm the start-up cycle has begun properly, listen for a torchy roar, and notice some
heat being produced.
3. Once the heavy, white smoke has dissipated, the start-up cycle is complete and you are ready to enjoy your grill at your
desired temperature!
IGNITER FAILURE PROCEDURE
If for any reason your electric igniter fails or your grill's flame dies out during a cook, check the following steps, or
start your grill using the manual method.
1. Ensure the Temperature Control Dial is in the SMOKE position. Open the barrel lid. Remove the cooking components
from inside. Remove all unburnt pellets and ash from the fire pot. Avoid touching the igniter to avoid injury, as it may be
extremely hot.
2. Once all cooking components are removed and cleaned, press the Power Button to turn the unit on. Check the following:
• Visually confirm that the igniter is working by placing your hand above the fire pot and feeling for heat.
• Visually confirm that the igniter is protruding approximately 13mm / 0.5 inches in the fire pot.
• Visually confirm that the auger is dropping pellets into the fire pot.
• Confirm that the combustion fan is working by listening for a torchy roar.
3. If any of the above points are not working, follow Troubleshooting instructions .
1. Ensure the Temperature Control Dial is in the SMOKE position. Plug the power cord into a grounded power source.
2. Check fire pot to ensure there is no obstruction for proper ignition. Open the hopper lid. Ensure there are no foreign
objects in the hopper or auger feed system. Fill hopper with dry, all natural hardwood barbecue pellets.
3. Open the barrel lid. Remove the cooking components to expose the fire pot. Place a generous handful of pellets into the
fire pot. Squirt a gelled fire starter, or other appropriate pellet starter, over the top of the pellets. A small amount of solid
fuel fire starter, such as one composed of sawdust and wax, or wood shavings, is also appropriate. Add another small
amount of pellets in the fire pot.
NOTE: Do not use spirit, petrol, gasoline, lighter-fluid or kerosene for lighting or refreshing a fire in your grill.
4. Light the contents of the fire pot using a long match or long-nosed lighter. Allow the starter to burn for 3 to 5 minutes.
Do not attempt to add more starter into the fire pot. This can cause injury.
5. Quickly and carefully replace the cooking components to the inside of the main barrel. Continue start-up at step two of
Automatic Start-Up Procedure .
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