Victory BBQ-VCT-K-24B Owner's manual

Brand: Victory

Model: BBQ-VCT-K-24B

Category: Barbecues & grills

Type: Owner's manual

The Victory BBQ-VCT-K-24B kamado grill and smoker is a versatile cooking appliance that can be used for grilling, smoking, and baking. With its 21-inch cooking surface, it provides ample space for preparing a variety of foods. The kamado's thick ceramic walls retain heat efficiently, allowing for precise temperature control and consistent cooking results. The adjustable top and bottom vents enable you to fine-tune the airflow, ensuring optimal heat distribution and smoke circulation for smoking or grilling.

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Every part of the grill, including the exterior, will be

hot during and for a period of time after use. Use

caution, keep children away from the grill, and always

use gloves and protective clothing during use. Never

touch the kamado body while in use.

Do not store or use gasoline or other ﬂammable

liquids or vapor in the vicinity of this or any other grill.

ATTENTION INSTALLER: Please leave these

instructions with the consumer.

VICTORY 21-INCH KAMADO GRILL & SMOKER

OWNER’S MANUAL

ATTENTION CONSUMER: Please read and retain

these instructions for future reference and before

installing or operating.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: This

product can expose you to chemicals, including

carbon monoxide, which are known to the State

of California to cause cancer and/or birth defects

or other reproductive harm. For more information,

please visit: www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

WARNING!

BBQVCTK24B

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VICTORY 21-INCH KAMADO

GRILL & SMOKER

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety 3

Unpacking the Unit 4

Parts List 4-5

Assembly 6-7

Installation 8-9

Before First-Time Operation 10

Curing 10

Warranty Registration 12

We know you want to get straight to grilling, but please be sure to read all

instructions and warnings in this manual before assembling and/or using your

pellet grill. The only thing better than BBQ is BBQ done right!

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Improper installation, use, adjustment,

alteration, service, or maintenance of

this grill can cause injury or property

damage. The manufacturer cannot be

held responsible for damage or injury

caused by improper use of this grill. To

reduce the risk of ﬁre, electric shock, or

injury when using, installing, or servicing

your Victory grill, please thoroughly read

the warnings found below.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION

65 WARNING

This product can expose you to

chemicals, including carbon monoxide,

which are known to the State of

California to cause cancer and/or birth

defects or other reproductive harm. For

more information, please visit:

www.P65Warnings.ca.gov

INSTALLATION AND ASSEMBLY

Consult the AHJ (Authority Having

Jurisdiction) or a local contractor if

you have any uncertainties about using

this grill.

The use of accessories or components

not recommended by the grill

manufacturer may cause injuries and

will void warranty.

Because of the kamado’s heavy weight,

always use 2–3 people when moving

the unit. Never move the unit when hot.

OPERATION

This unit is for outdoor use only. Do not

operate in a building, garage, or any

other enclosed or partially enclosed

areas. This could result in carbon

monoxide buildup, which can cause

injury or death.

Every part of the grill will be hot during

and for a period of time after use. Use

caution, keep children and pets away

from the grill, and always use gloves and

protective clothing during use. Never

touch the kamado body while in use.

Take extreme caution when opening

the ceramic lid because hot coals can

ﬂash should they receive a rush of air.

Always open the lid roughly 1–2 inches

and hold it there for 5–10 seconds to

let oxygen slowly enter the grill. Then

slowly lift the lid completely open (this

process is also known as “burping” the

grill). The use of long, heat-resistant

gloves is necessary for safety at all times

when using this grill.

Do not touch hot surfaces, and always

use the handle to open or close the grill.

Always have a ﬁre extinguisher available

when using your kamado. If the need to

extinguish an out-of-control ﬁre arises,

use the ﬁre extinguisher. Do not attempt

to close the lid or vents.

Never use water on a ﬁre in a kamado

grill due to the presence of grease.

Use cooking utensils with wood or

heat-resistant handles and insulated

oven mitts or grill mitts when operating

the grill.

Wear proper clothing when operating

this grill. Loose-ﬁtting or hanging

garments should never be worn while

using the grill.

Never lean over the cooking surface

when lighting or operating the grill.

Never use this grill in windy conditions.

If located in a consistently windy area

(oceanfront, mountaintop, etc.), a wind

break will be required. Winds blowing

into or across the grill exhaust can aect

performance and/or cause various parts

of the grill to get hotter than expected.

Children should not be left alone or

unattended in an area where any grill is

in use. They should never be allowed to

touch, sit, or stand on any part of a grill.

Never look into the top vent of the

kamado while in use. The escaping

exhaust is very hot and could cause

injury.

Keeping airﬂow through the unit is

critical for performance and safety.

Never cook with the lid open.

Take caution to never spill liquids into

the grill when it is hot.

CHARCOAL SAFETY

Place charcoal only in the charcoal plate

and nowhere else.

Never use lighter ﬂuid to light coals.

Never use gasoline, kerosene, or other

highly volatile ﬂuids as a starter because

they present an explosion hazard.

Never use an electric starter in the rain

or when standing on wet ground.

Once the grill is lit, do not touch

charcoal to see if it’s hot. Keep grill

uncovered until ready to cook.

Never leave coals and ashes in the grill

unattended.

Always allow coals to burn out

completely and let ashes cool

completely before disposing.

Dispose of cold ashes by wrapping them

in heavy-duty aluminum foil and placing

them in a non-combustible container.

Be sure no other combustible materials

are nearby when disposing ashes.

Extinguished coals and ashes must be

placed within a safe distance from all

structures and combustible materials.

STORAGE/MAINTENANCE

Do not use the grill as a storage area for

ﬂammable materials. Keep area clear

and free from combustible materials,

gasoline, and other ﬂammable vapors

and liquids. Failure to do so can result in

injury, death, explosion, or ﬁre.

Do not store any propane/butane

(G31-G30) cylinder in the vicinity of

this or any other grill.

Do not store anything in the grill, and

make sure food is not forgotten in the

grill. Forgotten items could melt or

catch ﬁre when the grill is lit.

Do not store items of interest to

children in cabinets above the grill or in

the grill. Children climbing on the grill

to reach these items could be seriously

injured.

The hinge mechanism and bands should

be checked regularly to ensure that

the hinge operates properly and the

bands are tight to the grill body. Periodic

lubrication of this mechanism will also

smooth opening and closing of the grill

over time.

Take caution when removing/handling

anything that has been inside the grill.

The cooking accessories, cooking

grids, inner trays, and other internal

components will be extremely hot.

Always use protective gloves and never

allow others in close proximity of the

grill when handling its hot parts.

SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES

General Safety and Installation Warnings

SAFETY

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Top Vent

Latch

Lid Handle

Charcoal Plate

Fire Box

Ceramic Body

+ Grill Cover

(Not Pictured)

Locking Caster

Wheel (2)

Ash Scraper

Bracket Crosspiece (2)

Side Shelf Brackets (4)

Side Shelf (2)

Screwdriver

Grate Lifter

Cooking Grid

Hinge

Hinge Cover

Ceramic Lid

Bolts

Bottom Vents

Support Legs (4)

(CART)

Caster Wheel

Without Lock (2)

PARTS LIST

Prior to assembly, check all parts against the parts list. Piece together on a soft surface to avoid scratching the paint.

For ease of setup, keep the bolts loosely fastened during assembly and then tighten fully only once construction is

complete.

WARNING: Do not over-tighten bolts. Tighten bolts with only moderate pressure to avoid damaging the bolts or

components of the grill.

Important: Remove all packaging before use. Retain the safety instructions and review before ﬁrst cook. Ensure the

lid is closed prior to assembly.

UNPACKING THE UNIT

Your Victory kamado grill requires some setup. We recommend the use of professional help during the installation of

your unit because improper installation may aect your warranty. Below are tips for safe and easy unpacking.

• Always use 2–3 people when moving the grill.

• Remove the unit from the box along with all accessories and check that no damage has occurred to the unit or

any parts.

o Inspect the hinge upon unpacking. The fasteners may come loose during shipping and might need to be

tightened.

• When moving or transporting your grill, never do so by lifting on the hinge of the grill.

• The lower vent can be used for lifting only if gloves are worn.

• Various parts of the grill are shipped with protective packaging and supports, which will need to be simply

unpackaged and set in place.

WARNING: Every part of the grill, including the ceramic exterior, will be hot during and for a period of time after

use. Use caution, keep children away from the grill, and always use gloves and protective clothing during use. Never

touch the kamado body while in use.

Take extreme caution when opening the cearmic lid because hot coals can ﬂash should they receive a rush of air.

Always open the lid roughly 1–2 inches and hold it there for 5–10 seconds to let oxygen slowly enter the grill. Then

slowly lift the lid completely open (this process is known as “burping” the grill). The use of long, heat-resistant gloves is

necessary for safety at all times when using this grill.

UNPACKING

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Top Vent

Latch

Lid Handle

Charcoal Plate

Fire Box

Ceramic Body

+ Grill Cover

(Not Pictured)

Locking Caster

Wheel (2)

Ash Scraper

Bracket Crosspiece (2)

Side Shelf Brackets (4)

Side Shelf (2)

Screwdriver

Grate Lifter

Cooking Grid

Hinge

Hinge Cover

Ceramic Lid

Bolts

Bottom Vents

Support Legs (4)

(CART)

Caster Wheel

Without Lock (2)

PARTS LIST

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ASSEMBLY

Attach the four pre-threaded

caster wheels to each of the

four legs by hand-tightening

them into the hole. Place locking

wheels opposite one another.

WARNING: Every part of the grill will be hot during and for a period of time after use. Use caution, keep children

away from the grill, and always use gloves and protective clothing during use. Never touch the kamado body while

in use.

Take extreme caution when opening the ceramic lid because hot coals can ﬂash should they receive a rush of air.

Always open the lid roughly 1–2 inches and hold it there for 5–10 seconds to let oxygen slowly enter the grill. Then

slowly lift the lid completely open (this process is known as “burping” the grill). The use of long, heat-resistant gloves

is necessary for safety at all times when using this grill.

Insert the crosspieces into the

other two legs. Secure with

screws.

CAUTION: Use a minimum of two

people when lifting the ceramic body

onto the cart. Lifting by the hinge or

the side tables could result in injury and

damage to the product.

To place the ceramic body on the cart,

ﬁrst remove all the items inside the grill

to make lifting easier. Make sure the cart

is secure and that all the bolts are tight.

Press down on the caster levers to lock

the caster wheels to ensure the cart

cannot move once the grill is set into

it. To lift, place one hand in the bottom

vent of the ceramic body and the other

under the grill, then lift and set it in the

cart. Place the kamado on the cart with

the bottom vent centered between two

of the legs, allowing the vent to open

and close without any interruption.

4. Lifting the ceramic body onto the cart:

1. Attaching the caster wheels:

Insert the two crosspieces into

two of the four legs. Secure

with screws.

2. Assembling the cart: 3. Completing the cart:

Once the grill is securely sitting

in the cart, attach the top vent.

Align the side notch with the

thermometer at the front of

the grill, then set it over the top

opening. Secure with pre-

attached bolt and nut.

5. Attaching the top vent:

ASSEMBLY

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25.25”

49”

33.25”

62.25”

53.25” 32.75”

GRILL DIMENSIONS:

8. Positioning the grids:

Place the ﬁrebox, charcoal plate,

and the main cooking grid inside

the ceramic body.

9. Attaching the lid handle:

Use the four bolts that are pre-attached with their

corresponding washers and nuts to attach the lid

handle to the ceramic body.

Using the eight bolts that are pre-

attached with their corresponding

nuts and washers, attach the four

table brackets to the ceramic body.

6. Installing the side shelf brackets:

Hook the table hinges into each

of the table brackets. Shelves fold

up to hold items during grilling.

7. Mounting the side shelves:

Your ceramic kamado is assembled!

Please ensure that instructions in the Curing

section are read thoroughly and followed

prior to use.

ASSEMBLY

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INSTALLING THE GRILL IN A BBQ ISLAND

WARNING: GRILL INSTALLATION

• This grill must be installed in accordance with all local codes and meet the required 48-inch clearance from

combustible surfaces. Combustible surfaces include but are not limited to:

o Wood o Paper o Cloth o Plastics

o Gyprock o Plants o Rubber o Fiberglass

• Keep this grill in a level position at all times.

• This grill is intended for outdoor use in open-air spaces only.

• Never operate this grill in an enclosed or partially enclosed structure, whether permanent or temporary.

• Always have equipment measured by a contractor before building.

LOCATION OF GRILL

Clearance from Combustibles

• This grill must maintain a distance of at least 48 inches from the side, front, and back of all combustible surfaces.

• Never install and/or use this grill on, around, or under any combustible ﬂoor or surface, no matter the distance.

• Do not store combustible materials, gasoline, or ﬂammable liquids or vapors around this grill.

Adequate Ventilation

• Ensure there is enough ventilation for the grill, grill cart, and/or island cavity to provide proper combustion and

prevent heat buildup.

• Obstruction of this grill’s lower front vent will aect the grill’s performance and could be dangerous.

Covered Enclosures

• Do not use this grill inside a building or any other enclosed or partially enclosed area, such as balconies or

pergolas, whether temporary or permanent.

Intended Surfaces

• Use this grill only on a ﬁrm, level surface.

• A feet kit is required when placing the kamado anywhere other than on the cart. The feet, which are sold

separately, will provide an air gap and decrease the transfer of heat from the kamado to surrounding materials.

• This grill is not designed for recreational vehicles and should not be installed on a boat or other marine craft.

Weather and Chemical Hazards

• Always keep this grill protected from adverse weather, including rain and high winds.

• This grill’s components may corrode faster than normal if exposed to the following elements:

o Saltwater environments (coastal or poolside)

o Pool chemicals

o Garden fertilizers

o Countertop chemicals (stone sealer)

• If this grill is exposed to any of the elements above, more frequent cleaning and covering of the unit is required.

• Never store any chemicals near this grill.

• Moisture that has entered this grill may create mold inside the unit that could spill out the front vent.

Installation Tips

• You will need at least one other person to help you install this grill to avoid damaging it or the island.

• For built-in applications, create a non-combustible surface for this grill to sit on in your outdoor kitchen.

o Any material within the 48-inch clearance zone must be made of non-combustible materials.

• If there is a wall or partition behind the grill, allow an additional 12 inches behind the grill for the lid to open.

o Consider leaving even more space behind the grill to reduce staining of the non-combustible wall caused

by smoke exiting the grill.

o Note that if dealing with combustible surfaces, this amount of space does not meet the required 48-inch

clearance.

• Make sure there is airﬂow to the lower vent of this grill.

• Once this grill can physically be installed in accordance with the required clearance from combustibles in all

directions, aspects of your outdoor kitchen like the height of the cooking surface and extra space around the unit

are subject to personal preference.

• The cooking surface is normally positioned at or slightly higher than countertop height.

• Check with local authorities for building codes and to ﬁnd out if a permit is required for outdoor kitchen

construction.

INSTALLATION

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48” 48”

48”

WARNING: Every part of the grill will be hot during and for a period of time after use. Use caution, keep children

away from the grill, and always use gloves and protective clothing during use. Never touch the kamado body while

in use.

Take extreme caution when opening the ceramic lid because hot coals can ﬂash should they receive a rush of air.

Always open the lid roughly 1–2 inches and hold it there for 5–10 seconds to let oxygen slowly enter the grill. Then

slowly lift the lid completely open (this process is known as “burping” the grill). The use of long, heat-resistant gloves

is necessary for safety at all times when using this grill.

48” 48”

The feet kit does not come standard with this grill, but feet are required when installing the kamado anywhere other

than the cart. Attaching the feet provides an air gap and lessens the transfer of heat to surrounding materials. This grill

must also maintain a distance of at least 48 inches from the side, front, and back of all combustible surfaces:

Do not use this grill inside a building or any other enclosed or partially enclosed area, such as balconies or pergolas,

whether temporary or permanent:

WARNING: GRILL INSTALLATION

INSTALLATION

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BEFORE FIRSTTIME OPERATION

Prior to cooking on your grill, there are a few more steps you must take to ensure proper use and the best possible

grilling experience.

Pre-use Checklist

Please make sure that all of the following are true:

• Minimum clearances are maintained.

• All packaging has been removed.

• All parts and components are properly in place and secured to the unit.

• All exterior surfaces are cleaned.

Curing the Unit

Putting your kamado grill through the curing process is important for its long-term operation and care. Failure to cure

the grill can result in your unit becoming damaged. For instance, the felt gasket seal can sustain damage if the ﬁrst

burns are too hot and it hasn’t had a chance to mature with use.

To properly cure your kamado grill, follow the instructions below:

• Place one handful of lump charcoal and one lighter cube or solid ﬁrelighter on top of the charcoal plate.

• Open the bottom vent and light the lighter cube using a long-nosed lighter or safety matches. Do not use gasoline,

white spirit, lighter ﬂuid, alcohol, or other similar chemicals for lighting and relighting.

• Once the lump charcoal is lit, close the lid and leave both the top and bottom vents mostly closed. The

temperature should be around 180–225 degrees Fahrenheit.

• Burn until all the fuel is used and the ﬁre has naturally gone out. This process should take approximately two hours.

After Curing

When the grill has been properly cured and has cooled down, it is then necessary that you do the following:

• Inspect all fasteners. The metal band connecting the lid to your grill will expand from the heat and could become

loose, so tighten it with a wrench if necessary.

• Start grilling!

CURING

Ceramic “Crazing”

Upon close inspection, the ﬁnish of your kamado grill may appear

to have crack lines. This is not cracking of the ceramic. This is

known as “crazing” and is caused by the dierent expansion rates

between the glaze ﬁnish and the clay. This behavior is normal and

expected with all ceramic kamados.

for tips and suggestions

on fuel ignition methods,

maintenance, and more!

KAMADO GRILL & SMOKER

HOWTO GUIDE

See the accompanying

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Limited Lifetime Warranty

Victory warrants that all ceramic parts found in this kamado grill

have no defects in material and craftsmanship for as long as the

original purchaser owns the grill.

5-Year Warranty on Metal Parts

Victory warrants that all metal and cast iron parts found in this

kamado grill have no defects in material and craftsmanship for a

5-year period.

1-Year Warranty on Thermometer and Gaskets

Victory warrants that the thermometer and gaskets found in this

kamado grill have no defects in material and craftsmanship for a

1-year period.

When Does Warranty Coverage Start?

Warranty coverage begins on the original date of purchase

and covers the original purchaser only. Your grill must be

registered for the warranty to apply. Should a defect in material

or craftsmanship be found during the applicable warranty

period under normal use and maintenance, Victory will, at our

discretion, replace or repair the faulty component at no cost

to you. However, this warranty does not apply to labor or any

other cost associated with the service, repair, or operation of

this kamado grill.

Please visit www.BBQGuys.com/Warranty for more warranty information and service as well as grill registration.

Victory will pay all shipping charges on warranty parts. Consumers are responsible for all labor costs associated with warranty

parts. All warranty claims are subject to manufacturer review. When ﬁling a claim, please make sure to have ready your sales

receipt information and product serial number located on the outside left side panel of the appliance. All replacement parts can be

purchased through your local stocking dealer.

Note the following for your records:

Grill model: ___________________ Date purchased: _______________________ Date installed:_______________________

_ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

Victory Kamado Charcoal Grill Warranty Registration

Please take a minute to let us know what you bought. This allows us to keep you up to date and have your information ready if you

ever need warranty help!

First Name ____________________________ Last Name ____________________________

Email ____________________________ Phone ____________________________

Street Address ____________________________________ Address Line 2 ____________________________________

City __________________________ State / Province / Region __________________________________________

ZIP / Postal Code _______________ Country ____________________________________________________________

Note the following for your records

Grill model: ___________________ Date purchased: ______________________

Date installed: ___________________________

Mail To:

BBQGuys Warranty Registration, 8151 Airline Hwy, Baton Rouge, LA 70815

What Does This Warranty Not Cover?

This warranty does not apply to damage caused in the following

ways: by abuse or use of the product other than that for which

it is designed; by lack of proper use, assembly, maintenance,

or installation; by accidents or natural disasters; by unapproved

attachments or modiﬁcations; or by transportation. This

warranty also does not cover damage from normal wear and

tear (such as dents, scratches, or chipping) or changes to the

grill’s appearance that do not aect its performance (crazing).

This limited warranty is exclusive and in lieu of any other

warranty, written or oral, express or implied, including but

not limited to the warranty of merchantability or ﬁtness for

a particular purpose. The duration of any implied warranties,

including any implied warranty of merchantability or ﬁtness for

a particular purpose, is expressly limited to the duration of the

warranty period for the applicable component. Some states do

not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so

the above limitation may not apply to you.

The purchaser’s exclusive remedy for breach of this limited

warranty or any other implied warranty shall be limited as

speciﬁed herein to replacement. In no case shall Victory be

liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special,

incidental, or consequential damages, so the above limitation of

exclusion may not apply to you.

WARRANTY

VICTORY 21INCH KAMADO GRILL & SMOKER WARRANTY REGISTRATION

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Category: Barbecues & grills

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