OWNER’S MANUAL
PORTABLE CHARCOAL GRILL
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING IN STRUC TIONS
WARNING
HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION MAY RESULT IF THESE
WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED. READ
AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
IN THIS MANUAL TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY,
INCLUDING DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
NOTICE TO INSTALLER:
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WITH THE GRILL OWNER FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE .
Model CHR5000AS
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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WARNING
• Only use this grill on a hard, level, non-combustible, stable surface (concrete, ground, etc.) capable of supporting the weight of the
grill. Never use on wooden or other sur fac es that could burn.
• DO NOT use grill without charcoal grate in place. DO NOT attempt to remove charcoal grate while tray contains hot coal.
• Proper clearance of 10 feet between the grill and com bus ti ble material (bushes, trees, wooden decks, fences, buildings, etc.) or
construction should be maintained at all times when grill is in use. Do not place grill under a roof overhang or other enclosed area.
• For outdoor use only. Do not operate grill indoors or in an enclosed area.
• Do not use this grill for other than its intended purpose.
• We recommend the use of a Charcoal Chimney Starter (not included) to avoid the dangers associated with charcoal lighting fluid.
If you choose to use charcoal lighting fluid, only use lighting fluid approved for lighting charcoal. Care ful ly read man u fac tur er’s
warnings and instructions on the charcoal lighting fluid and charcoal prior to the use of their product. Store charcoal lighting fluid
safely away from grill.
• When using charcoal lighting fluid, allow charcoal to burn with grill lid open until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 min-
utes). This will allow charcoal lighting fluid to burn off. Failure to do this could trap fumes from charcoal lighting fluid in grill and
may result in a flash fire or explosion when lid is opened.
• Do not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting char coal. Use of any of these or similar products could cause an explosion
possibly leading to severe bodily injury.
• Never add charcoal lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals as flashback may occur causing severe burns.
• Place grill in an area where children and pets cannot come into contact with unit. Close supervision is necessary when grill
is in use.
• Do not leave grill unattended when in use.
• When adding charcoal and/or wood, use extreme caution and follow instructions in “Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking”
section of this manual.
• Do not store or use grill near gasoline or other flammable liquids, gases or where flammable vapors may be present.
• Do not store lighter fluid or other flammable liquids or material near the grill.
Grill is hot when in use. To avoid burns:
• DO NOT attempt to move the grill.
• Brace grill so the unit does not accidentally move.
• Wear protective gloves or oven mitts.
• DO NOT touch any hot grill surfaces.
• DO NOT wear loose clothing or allow hair to come in contact with grill.
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
IS TO ATTRACT YOUR ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE HAZARDS AS YOU ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL.
WHEN YOU SEE THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL, PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION WHICH FOLLOWS!
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
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WARNING
• When grilling, grease from meat may drip into the charcoal and cause a grease fire. If this should happen close lid to suffocate
the flame. Do not use water to extinguish grease fires.
• Use caution since flames can flare-up when fresh air sud den ly comes in contact with fire. When opening the lid, keep hands,
face and body a safe distance from hot steam and flame flare-ups.
• Do not allow charcoal and/or wood to rest on the walls of grill. Doing so will great ly reduce the life of the metal and finish of
your grill.
• Use caution when assembling and operating your grill to avoid scrapes or cuts from sharp edges of metal parts. Use caution
when reaching into grill.
• In windy weather, place grill in an outdoor area that is protected from the wind.
• Never leave coals and ashes in grill unattended. Before grill can be left unattended, remaining coals and ashes must be removed
from grill. Use caution to protect yourself and property. Carefully place remaining coals and ashes in a non-combustible metal
container and saturate completely with water. Allow coals and water to remain in metal container 24 hours prior to disposing.
• Extinguished coals and ashes should be placed a safe distance from all structures and combustible materials.
• With a garden hose, completely wet the surface beneath and around grill to extinguish any ashes, coals or embers which may
have fallen during the cooking or cleaning pro cess.
• After each use, clean the grill thoroughly and apply a light coat of vegetable oil to interior to prevent rusting. Cover the grill to
protect it from excessive rusting.
• We advise that a fire extinguisher be on hand. Refer to your local authority to determine proper size and type of fire extinguisher.
• Accessory attachments not manufactured by The Fair Game Group for this particular product are not recommended and may
lead to personal injury or property damage.
• Store the grill out of reach of children and in a dry location when not in use.
• Do not attempt to service grill other than normal main te nance as explained in “After-Use Safety” and “Proper Care &
Maintenance” sections of this manual.
• Remove all stickers and labels before first use.
• Properly dispose of all packaging material.
USE CAUTION AND COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO SAFETY WARNING AND GUIDELINES IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT
IN BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
FOR MISSING PARTS, PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 855-735-9922.
Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.
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PARTS LIST -
Portable Charcoal Grill:
1
1 Grill Body
2
2 Charcoal Grates
3
2 Cooking Grates
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2
3
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including carbon monoxide,
which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm.
For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
WARNING: CONTAINS LEAD. MAY BE HARMFUL IF EATEN OR CHEWED.
COMPLIES WITH FEDERAL STANDARDS. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.
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Choose a good, cleared assembly area. Lay
card board down to protect grill finish and
assembly area.
Step 1
Open grill body. Lower charcoal grates into
firebox.
Step 2
Place two cooking grates on firebox.
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PORTABLE CHARCOAL GRILL ASSEMBLED
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PREPARATION FOR USE
& LIGHTING IN STRUC TIONS
PLACE THE GRILL OUTDOORS ON A HARD, LEVEL, NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE
AWAY FROM ROOF OVERHANG OR ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. NEVER USE ON WOODEN OR OTHER SURFACES THAT
COULD BURN. PLACE THE GRILL AWAY FROM OPEN WIN DOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT SMOKE FROM ENTERING YOUR
HOUSE. IN WINDY WEATHER, PLACE THE GRILL IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT IS PRO TECT ED FROM THE WIND.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS ON CHARCOAL, CHARCOAL LIGHTER
FLUID OR CHARCOAL LIGHTING DEVICES.
Prior to your first use of the Even Embers Portable Charcoal Grill, follow the in-
struc tions below carefully to cure your grill. Curing your grill will minimize damage
to the exterior finish as well as rid the grill of paint odor that can impart unnatural
flavors to the first meal prepared on your Even Embers Portable Charcoal Grill.
IMPORTANT: To protect your grill from excessive rust, the unit must be properly
cured and covered at all times when not in use.
Step 1
Remove cooking grates from cooking cham ber and set aside.
Step 2
Lightly coat all interior surfaces of the Portable Charcoal Grill including cooking
grates with vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray. Do not coat charcoal grate.
Step 3
Open lid. Place approximately 1.5 lbs. of charcoal (about 30 briquettes) on each
charcoal grate and carefully light charcoal.
NOTE: To extend the life of your grill, make sure that hot coals and wood
do not touch the walls of grill.
Step 4
Allow charcoal to turn white and completely burn out.
YOUR EVEN EMBERS PORTABLE CHARCOAL GRILL
IS NOW CURED AND READY FOR USE.
Curing Your Grill
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This Grill can be use in a number of ways:
• Grill case open with charcoal in both sides of grill.
• Grill case open with charcoal in only one side of grill.
• Grill case open with charcoal in only side of grill and close the lid for smoking
or grilling.
Step 1
Place the charcoal grate in firebox, then follow instructions below carefully to
build a fire.
Step 2
Open lid, remove cooking grates and add approximately 1.5 lbs. of charcoal
(about 30 briquettes) to each charcoal grate. Replace cooking grates and
carefully light charcoal.
NOTE: To extend the life of your grill, make sure that hot coals and wood do
not touch the walls of grill.
Step 3
After flames die down and charcoal is covered with a white ash, place food on
cooking grates.
Step 4
If cooking on one side of grill and you want to close the lid while cooking, only
fill one charcoal grate with charcoal. Remove the other charcoal grate and
cooking grate before closing the lid.
Step 5
Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is fully cooked before
removing from grill.
Step 6
Allow grill to cool completely, then follow instructions in the “After-Use Safety”
and “Proper Care & Maintenance” sections of this manual.
During the smoking process, avoid the temptation to open lid to check food.
Opening the lid allows heat and smoke to escape, making ad di tion al cooking
time necessary.
If food is excessively browned or flavored with smoke, wrap food in aluminum
foil after the first few hours of smoking. This will allow food to continue
cooking without further browning or smoke flavoring.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PLACE THE GRILL OUTDOORS ON A HARD, LEVEL, NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE
AWAY FROM ROOF OVERHANG OR ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. NEVER USE ON WOODEN OR OTHER
SURFACES THAT COULD BURN. PLACE THE GRILL AWAY FROM OPEN WIN DOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT SMOKE
FROM ENTERING YOUR HOUSE. IN WINDY WEATHER, PLACE THE GRILL IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT IS
PRO TECT ED FROM THE WIND.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS ON CHARCOAL, CHARCOAL LIGHTER
FLUID OR CHARCOAL LIGHTING DEVICES.
Smoke Cooking Tips
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To obtain your favorite smoke flavor, ex per i ment by using chunks, sticks
or chips of flavor producing wood such as hickory, pecan, apple, cherry, or
mesquite. Most fruit or nut tree wood may be used for smoke flavoring. Do not
use resinous wood such as pine as it will produce an unpleasant taste.
Wood chunks or sticks 3” to 4” long and 1” to 2” thick work best. Unless the
wood is still green, soak the wood in water for 30 minutes or wrap each piece
in foil and tear several small holes in the foil to pro duce more smoke and
prevent the wood from burning too quickly. A lot of wood is not required to
obtain a good smoke flavor. A recommended amount for the Portable Charcoal
Grill is 5 to 6 wood chunks or sticks. Experiment by using more wood for
stronger smoke flavor or less wood for milder smoke flavor.
Additional flavoring wood should not have to be added during the cooking
process. However, it may be necessary when cooking very large pieces of
food. Follow instructions and cautions in the “Adding Charcoal/Wood During
Cooking” section of this manual to avoid injury while adding wood.
NOTE: Dry wood burns hotter than charcoal, so you may want to increase
the ratio of wood to charcoal to increase the cooking tem per a ture.
Hardwood such as oak, hickory, mesquite, fruit and nut wood are an
excellent fuel because of their burning rate. When using wood as fuel,
make sure the wood is seasoned and dry. DO NOT use resinous wood
such as pine as it will produce an unpleasant taste.
Additional charcoal and/or wood may be re quired to maintain or increase
cooking tem per a ture.
Flavoring Wood
Regulating Heat
Adding Charcoal/Wood in Cooking Chamber
Step 1
Stand back and carefully open cooking chamber lid if necessary. Use caution
since flames can flare-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire.
Step 2
Wearing oven mitts/gloves, remove food and cooking grates.
Step 3
Stand back a safe distance and use long cooking tongs to lightly brush aside
ashes on hot coals. Use cooking tongs to add charcoal and/or wood, being
careful not to stir-up ashes and sparks.
WARNING: Never add charcoal lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals as
flashback may occur causing severe burns.
Step 4
When charcoal is burning strong again, wear oven mitts/gloves and carefully
replace cooking grill and food.
Adding Charcoal/Wood
During Cooking
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• Always allow grill and all components to cool completely before handling.
• Never leave coals and ashes in grill unattended. Make sure coals and ashes are completely extinguished before removing.
• Before grill can be left unattended, remaining coals and ashes must be removed from grill. Use caution to protect yourself
and property. Place re main ing coals and ashes in a noncombustible metal container and completely saturate with water. Allow
coals and water to remain in metal container 24 hours prior to disposing.
• Extinguished coals and ashes should be placed a safe distance from all struc tures and combustible materials.
• With a garden hose, completely wet surface beneath and around the grill to extinguish any ashes, coals or embers which may
have fallen during the cooking or cleaning process.
• Allow metal bucket or tin can and its contents to cool com plete ly before removing. Dispose of contents properly.
• Cover and store grill in a protected area away from children and pets.
AFTER-USE SAFETY
WARNING
Proper Care
& Maintenance
• Cure your grill periodically throughout the year to protect
against excessive rust.
• To protect your grill from excessive rust, the unit must be properly
cured and covered at all times when not in use.
• Wash cooking grills and charcoal grates with hot, soapy water, rinse
well and dry. Lightly coat grills and grates with vegetable oil or
vegetable oil spray.
• Clean inside and outside of grill by wiping off with a damp cloth. Apply
a light coat of vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray to the interior surface
to prevent rusting.
• If rust appears on the exterior surface of your grill, clean and buff the
affected area with steel wool or fine grit emery cloth. Touch-up with a
good quality high-temperature re sis tant paint.
• Never apply paint to the interior surface. Rust spots on the interior
surface can be buffed, cleaned, then lightly coated with vegetable oil or
vegetable oil spray to minimize rusting.
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©2024 Fair Game Group LLC.
Carrollton, Texas 75006 U.S.A.
www.evenembers.com
Owner’s Manual for Model
CHR5000AS
OM5000AS
0924
For 1-year from date of purchase, Fair Game Group warrants the Portable Charcoal Grill against defects due to workmanship or materials to
the original pur chas er.
Fair Game Group’s obligations under this warranty are limited to the following guidelines:
• This warranty does not cover grills that have been altered/modified or damaged due to: normal wear, rust, abuse, improper maintenance
and/or improper use.
• This warranty does not cover surface scratches or heat damage to the finish, which is considered normal wear.
• Fair Game Group may elect to repair or replace damaged units covered by the terms of this warranty.
• This warranty extends to the original purchaser only and is not trans fer able or assignable to subsequent purchasers.
Fair Game Group requires reasonable proof of purchase. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you retain your sales receipt or invoice. To
obtain replacement parts for your Portable Charcoal Grill under the terms of this warranty, please call Customer Service Department at 855-
735-9922 for a Return Authorization Number and further instructions. A receipt or proof of purchase will be required. Fair Game Group
will not be responsible for any grills forwarded to us without prior authorization.
EXCEPT AS ABOVE STATED, FAIR GAME GROUP MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY.
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO 1-YEAR
FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIM I TA TIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE
ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
ANY LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE FAILURE OF THE PORTABLE CHARCOAL
GRILL TO COMPLY WITH THIS WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS EXCLUDED. CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE
PURCHASE PRICE CHARGED IS BASED UPON THE LIMITATIONS CONTAINED IN THE WARRANTY SET OUT ABOVE. SOME STATES
DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR
EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER
RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.
1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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