2 Emeril Lagasse™ Southern Cooker™Emeril Lagasse™ Southern Cooker™ 3
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is
used by or near children.
Assembling the Appliance
3. Do not operate this appliance unless all parts are in place.
The appliance must be properly assembled according
to the assembly instructions in this manual. Improper
assembly can be dangerous.
4. The use of alcohol or prescription or non-prescription
drugs might impair the user’s ability to properly assemble
or safely operate the appliance.
5. The use of accessories not recommended in this manual
might cause damage or injuries.
Where to Use the Appliance
6. Do not use indoors, including in a garage, building,
breezeway, or any other enclosed area. This appliance is
intended for outdoor use in a well-ventilated area. If used
indoors, toxic fumes will accumulate and cause serious
bodily injury or death.
7. Do not use as a heater.
8. Always keep the appliance on a secure, level surface.
9. Do not place on a glass surface.
10. Do not operate this appliance within five feet of any
combustible materials.
11. Do not use this appliance underneath any overhead
combustible construction.
12. This appliance is not intended for use in or on recreational
vehicles or boats.
13. Do not use during high winds.
14. Keep electrical wires and cords away from the appliance’s
hot surfaces and away from high-traffic areas.
15. Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner or in a
heated oven.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
“W” and with a tag stating “Suitable for use with outdoor
appliances.”
29. The connection to an extension cord should be kept dry
and off the ground.
30. A short power-supply cord (or detachable power-supply
cord) is to be provided to reduce the risk resulting from
becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
31. Longer detachable power-supply cords or extension
cords are available and may be used if care is exercised in
their use.
32. If a long detachable power-supply cord or extension cord
is used:
a) The marked electrical rating of the cord or extension
cord should be at least as great as the electrical rating of
the appliance;
b) If the appliance is of the grounded type, the extension
cord should be a grounding 3-wire cord; and
c) The longer cord should be arranged so that it does not
drape over the countertop or table top where it can be
pulled on by children or tripped over unintentionally.
Fire/Heat Safety
33. When using charcoal in the grill, place it only in the
Charcoal Tray or Charcoal Grilling Chamber.
34. Do not use gasoline, alcohol, or other volatile fluids
to ignite charcoal. If using charcoal starter fluid (not
recommended), remove any fluid that might have drained
through the vents before igniting the charcoal.
35. Do not add charcoal starter fluid or charcoal impregnated
with charcoal lighter fluid to hot or warm charcoal. If you
use starter fluid to light cold charcoal, cap the starter fluid
after use and keep the starter fluid a safe distance from
the appliance.
36. Keep the cooking area clear of flammable vapor
and liquids, such as gasoline, alcohol, and other
combustible materials.
37. Never use this appliance without the Tray or the Charcoal
Grilling Chamber.
38. The appliance will be hot during cooking and should never
be left attended.
39. Never move the appliance when it is hot or
during operation.
40. Let the appliance cool before cleaning.
41. Keep children and pets away from the appliance.
42. Do not wear loose clothing while lighting or operating
the appliance.
43. Never touch the cooking or charcoal grate, ashes,
charcoal, or the appliance itself when hot.
44. Extinguish charcoal when you are done cooking. To
extinguish, close all vents.
45. Do not use water to control flare-ups or to
extinguish charcoal.
46. Do not store the appliance until ashes and charcoal are
fully extinguished.
47. Do not move ashes until all the charcoal is completely
burned out and fully extinguished and the grill is cool.
48. Never dump hot charcoal where it might be stepped on
or be a fire hazard. Never dump ashes or charcoal before
they are fully extinguished.
49. Do not lean on or overload the appliance.
50. Use heat-resistant mitts or gloves while cooking, adjusting
air vents (dampers), adding charcoal, and handling the
thermometer or lid.
51. Use proper tools with long, heat-resistant handles when
operating this appliance.
52. Do not line any part of the appliance’s interior with
aluminum foil, which will obstruct air flow. Instead, use a
drip pan to catch drippings.
53. Grill brushes should be checked regularly for loose bristles
and excessive wear. Replace a brush with loose bristles.
54. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
55. Extreme caution must be used when moving an appliance
containing hot oil or other hot liquids.
56. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
When using electrical appliances, basic
safety precautions should be followed, including
the following:
WARNING
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ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE!
Electrical Safety
16. To ensure continued protection against risk of electric
shock, connect the Electrical Heating Element’s power
cord to a properly grounded three-prong GFI electrical
outlet only. Do not use a two-prong adapter.
17. Do not expose the Electrical Heating Element to water or
any other liquid in order to prevent electric shock, which
can cause serious bodily injury or death.
18. Disconnect the Electrical Heating Element from the
electrical outlet before performing maintenance or
cleaning.
19. For protection against risk of electric shock, keep any
extension cord connection dry and off the ground.
20. Do not clean the Electrical Heating Element with metal
scouring pads. Pieces can break off the pad and touch
electrical parts, creating a risk of electric shock.
21. Before using the Electrical Heating Element, ensure that
any leftover ash, charcoal, wood chips, and any other
debris is cleaned out of the Charcoal Grilling Chamber. Do
not use charcoal in the Charcoal Grilling Chamber when
using the Electrical Heating Tray.
22. To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the
Electrical Heating Element or its power cord and plug in
water or other liquids.
23. Ensure the Electrical Heating Element is turned off and
remove the plug from any electrical outlet when not in use,
before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
24. Do not operate the Electrical Heating Element if its cord
or plug is damaged, after the Electrical Heating Element
malfunctions, or after the Electrical Heating Element is
dropped or damaged in any manner. Contact Customer
Service using the contact information on the back of this
manual.
25. Do not let the power cord hang over the edge of a table or
counter or touch hot surfaces.
26. Always attach the power cord to the Electrical Heating
Element before plugging the cord into an electrical outlet.
To disconnect, remove the plug from the wall outlet.
27. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning.
Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts and
before cleaning the appliance.
28. Outdoor extension cords should be used with outdoor
use products and are surface marked with the suffix letter
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS – FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY