Masterbuilt MDCL Fire Pit User Manual


 
WARNING
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• Always perform the soapy water test every time you use this appliance.
• Avoid bumping or impact of the appliance to prevent spillage or
splashing of hot liquid.
• Always disconnect your gas cylinder from your appliance when not in
use.
• Keep your hands, hair and face away from the burner flame. Do not
lean over the cooker stand
when lighting the burner. This appliance 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 cooker is
hot or in use.
• Do not attempt to disconnect any gas fitting while your cooker is in
operation.
• 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.
• When lighting your appliance, remove all parts from cooker stand to
prevent an explosion from gas build up.
• If burner does not ignite, turn off the regulator control valve and gas
and wait 5 minutes before trying to light it again. If the burner goes out
during operation, first turn regulator OFF, then the gas cylinder OFF.
• Do not allow anyone to conduct activities around your cooker during or
following its use until the unit has cooled. The cooker is hot during
operation and remains hot for a period of time following its use.
• Always allow the hot water or oil in the pot to cool completely below
115º F (45ºC) before moving to avoid the possibility of severe burns.
• Never drop food or accessories into hot liquids. Be careful when
removing food from the oil or water for it is hot and could cause burns.
• When using your appliance, use caution when removing the basket
from the pot to avoid pulling the pot off of your cooker stand.
• Never use glassware, plastic, or ceramic cookware on this appliance.
• When cooker use is complete, always turn the regulator control valve
OFF first, then the gas cylinder valve OFF.
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Do not use a
cooking pot or
vessel larger than
30 Quarts. Cooking
Pot or vessel must
fit inside the security
ring of the cooker.
• Choose steaks to your desired thickness.
• Season the outside of the steaks with Southern Secrets Sizzlin’ Steak Dry Rub
Seasoning.
• 2 gallons of oil with 30 quart pot.
STEP 1 - Place steaks on the rack.
STEP 2 - Bring oil temperature to 350°F. It is important to maintain a 350°F
temperature while cooking. Place rack in basket and slowly lower basket into oil
(Wear Protective Gloves). Cook steaks for total amount of cooking time using the
chart below:
Cooking Time for 1 to 4 steaks:
STEP 3 - When cooking is complete, turn cooker OFF and remove food slowly.
• 1 to 4 completely thawed cornish hens.
• Inject each hen with Southern Secrets Marinade of you choice. Season the
outside of the hens with Southern Secrets Dry Rub Seasoning.
• 2 gallons of oil with 30 quart pot.
Cooking Time for 4 Cornish Hens:
3 minutes per pound plus 5 minutes to the total cooking time.
Example: Use the weight of the heaviest hen.
1 hen = 1.87 lbs.
3 minutes x 1.87 = 5.61
5.61 minutes + 5 = 10.61
Total cooking time: 11 Minutes
When cooking is complete, turn burner OFF and remove food slowly.
HOW TO DEEP FRY STEAKS
Thickness Medium Rare Medium Well Done
1/2” 1 Minute 2 Minute 3 Minute
3/4” 2 Minute 3 Minute 4 Minute
1” 3 Minute 4 Minute 5 Minute
1 1/4” 4 Minute 5 Minute 6 Minute
1 1/2” 5 Minute 6 Minute 7 Minute
HOW TO DEEP FRY CORNISH HENS
Do not allow the oil to get hotter than 400° F (200° C). One gallon of oil can
reach 350° F in 7 to 10 minutes. Use thermometer to check temperature. or if
oil begins to smoke, IMMEDIATELY turn the burner OFF.
When in use, do not leave the cooker unattended. Oil will heat up quickly and
ignite at 550 to 700 F.
Failure to completely thaw and dry foods may cause oil or grease to
overflow. When frying with oil or grease, all food products MUST be
completely thawed and towel dried to remove excess water. If ice is present
on the food, this means the thawing process is not complete and may cause
a boil over when placed into HOT oil causing a fire.
Do not leave oil/grease unattended while in use.
WARNING
Incorrect
Correct
Security
Ring