Viking VGIQ554 Gas Grill User Manual


 
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The rotisserie burner is an infrared burner which provides intense
searing radiant heat. Preferred by professional chefs over other
methods, this intense heat is great for searing in the natural juices and
nutrients found in quality cuts of meat. Once lit, the rotisserie burner
will reach cooking temperatures in about 1 minute. The red glow will
even out in about 5 minutes.
To install the rotisserie motor, align the drive shaft on the motor with
the gear box on the side of the grill. Tighten the thumb screws on the
motor into the mounting brackets on the grill frame. The skewer for
the rotisserie is assembled into the gear box assembly by placing the
pointed end into the gear box and resting the rounded end on the
wheels on the left side of the grill.
Rotisserie
Operation
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Using the smoker box
feature intensifies the
flavor by adding smoke
to the grilling process.
The additional smoke
creates a “cloud” around
the food which
permeates meats and
vegetables for added
smoky flavor. In order to
use the smoker box,
remove the last set of
porcelain grids on the
right hand side of the
grill. Set the smoker box
in the opening so that
the front and rear tabs
rest on the grill frame.
Wood Chip Use in Smoker Box
There are many wood chips available and selection is based
on personal taste. The most common chips used are mesquite
or hickory. Always soak the chips in water prior to putting
them into the box. Use the “HIGH” position to start the chips
smoking, then reduce the heat to a lower level to prevent
them from drying out and flaming. If the wood chips do flame
up, add a small amount of water to extinguish the flame. Use
caution when adding water to a hot box to avoid steam
burns. This tray may also be filled with water to produce
steam. Whether smoking or steaming, the grill should remain
closed as much as possible to maximize the effect.
During extended roasting periods, it is normal to add fresh
wood chips and water to the box several times. Limit the
amount of times the canopy is opened—each peek adds
about 15 minutes to the cooking time.
Smoker Box (if applicable)
Operation
Smoker box
CAUTION
Handle the smoker box with care. The cover becomes extremely hot
when being used. Use sturdy, properly insulated gloves or dry
potholders.
WARNING
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD
This unit is equipped with a grounding plug for your
protection against shock hazard and should be plugged
directly into a properly grounded receptacle. Do not cut
or remove the grounding prong from this plug.
Keep the rotisserie motor electric cord away from
the heated surfaces of the grill.
Motor
Skewer
Gear box
Thumb screw
Mounting bracket
Rotisserie fork