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Pit Boss 340
BLACK
(PB340)
WARNING:
Please read the entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel-burning
appliance. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury or even death.
Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area.
pit boss
owners manual
Pit Boss 440 Deluxe
COPPER
(PB440D)

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  • Page 1 Pit Boss 440 Deluxe COPPER Pit Boss 340 (PB440D) BLACK (PB340) WARNING: Please read the entire manual before installation and use of this pellet fuel-burning appliance. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury or even death.

  • Page 2: Dangers & Warnings

    DO use heat-resistant barbeque mitts or gloves when operating barbeque. WARNING: DO NOT transport your “Pit Boss” while operating or while the grill is HOT. Make sure the fire is completely out and that the grill is completely “Cool to the Touch”...
  • Page 3 NOTE: Since Dansons Inc. has no control over the quality of pellets, that you use, we assume no liability caused by the quality of fuel used. CAUTION: DO NOT use spirit or petrol for lighting or re-lighting your “Pit Boss”. CREOSOTE ...
  • Page 4 “Competition Quality BBQ In Your Own Back Yard”. Think of your “Pit Boss” as an extra stove available to bake, roast, grill and smoke food. Barbecuing provides a form of entertainment, which is relaxed and casual. Your meals can be completely cooked outdoors and it is where the chef (Pit Boss) is one of the crowd.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS & W ANGERS ARNINGS AFETY ESTING NPACKING MOKER SSEMBLY NSTRUCTIONS & S HELF & S TOPPER , & S ANDLE HERMOMETER TACK & B HELF UCKET ORKING OMPONENTS & P OWER REPERATION NOWLEDGE IS OWER MOKER ORKS PECS BOUT ELLETS PERATION ETTING...

  • Page 6: Unpacking Your Pit Boss Smoker

    Section One: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS When you open your smoker/grill, please ensure you have and can identify all the following parts: NOTE: Numbers following part names throughout this manual refer to the component diagram below. Parts List Item Part# Description Note: some models may include the xxxx Lid Stopper “2 Pc Flame Broiler”...

  • Page 7: Legs & Shelf

    Section One: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLING & MOUNTING THE LEGS & SHELF Parts Needed: 2 Legs w/ wheels 2 Legs 1 Barrel #10, #11 #13, #14 Hardware Required: 1 Bottom Shelf 340—Open Grid Screw 1/4”- 20* 1/2” x 20 (A) 440D—Solid Tools Required: 1–...
  • Page 8 Section One: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLING & MOUNTING THE CART … CON’T Step 2 Install Bottom Shelf Assembly: Models 340—Open Shelf Model 440D—Solid Shelf  Install the Bottom Shelf (#12) to all four legs. Using 4 of the 1/4” x #20 x 1/2” screws (A) and your Screw driver, hand start then secure the screws firmly to the leg frame.
  • Page 9 Section One: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLING THE LID HANDLE Parts Needed: 16 1 x Stainless Handle 17 2 x Decorative Bezel 4 x Insulation Washers Hardware Required: Screw 1/4”- 20* 1/2” x 2 (A) Installation Steps  Insert one screw (A) from inside the lid, through the hole provided in the lid.

  • Page 10: Cooking Grids

    ATTACHING THE SERVING TRAY PLACING THE COOKING COMPONENTS COOKING GRIDS (2) Your Pit Boss Deluxe grill comes with Cast Iron cooking grids. Cast Iron is an excellent heat absorber and is still the best way to produce those “steak house’ sear markings.

  • Page 11: Parts Included

    Section One: ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS PLACING THE COOKING COMPONENTS Parts Included: Model 330 Model 440D Upper Cooking Rack Upper Cooking Rack Cooking Grids Cooking Grids 2 pc Flame Broiler Flavor / Grease Tray Flame / Heat Deflector FLAME DIFFUSER (4) The Flame Diffuser is used to direct flame and heat evenly to the ends of the barrel.

  • Page 12: C Ontrol

    ON THE ROAD    By disconnecting the Igniter, from the main wiring harness, your Pit Boss can be run using a 12 volt , 100 watt inverter plugged into your automobile outlet. Then light your smoker using the manual method. (found in lighting instructions) ...
  • Page 13 Section Two: OPERATION HOW IT WORKS 101 All natural wood bbq pellets are poured in the hopper. (3) Turn Temperature Dial (20) to the “OFF” setting. Plug the smoker / grill into a grounded, 110 volt, electrical outlet. Select the desired cooking temperature, using the Temperature Dial.

  • Page 14: Knowledge Is Power

    Knowledge is Power Your New 340 & 440D Wood Pellet Fired Smokin Grills Large 7 lb Hopper capacity Easy flip up top, with rounded edges Dome Thermometer Upper Cooking Shelf Embossed Lid for added strength and décor. Fan Forced Combustion, and Convection Cooking.

  • Page 15: Getting Started

    Always pre-heat your “Pit Boss” Grill with the lid closed. After your Grill has ignited, close the lid and set your temperature control knob to HIGH for 10-15 minutes depending on weather. This gives you enough time to prepare your food for the grill;...

  • Page 16: Pit Boss Control

    Section Two: OPERATION PIT BOSS CONTROL OVERVIEW LCD SCREEN Displays Grill Temperature, Smoke Settings (P Setting), igniter and temperature status, and error messages. TEMPERATURE DIAL Select the following: Smoke, High, or one of 8 temperatures. “P” SET (recessed push button) Select one of 7 temperature fine tunings.
  • Page 17 Section Two: OPERATION CONNECTING TO AC POWER PIT BOSS CONTROL 1. Temperature Dial must be in the OFF position. 2. Plug the power cord into a 110 V grounded electrical outlet. 3. If “ErP” is displayed, the Temperature Dial was not set to OFF.
  • Page 18 There are 8 “P” settings, ranging from P0 to P7. This aids in fine tuning your Pit Boss Pellet Grill, to your desired needs. If you like to Hot Smoke and like more natural wood flavor, then you can adjust the “P” setting, while in the SMOKE MODE, upward to give you a longer time between auger feeds.

  • Page 19: Lighting - Automatic / Manual

    Section Two: OPERATION STANDARD LIGHTING PROCEDURE NOTE: Always clean or check your burn pot before each use. This will ensure proper ignition, heat output and many continuous happy grilling experiences Automatic Start Up Ensure the POWER switch is in the “OFF” position. Plug the POWER CORD into a 110V grounded outlet.

  • Page 20: Manual Start Up

    Section Two: OPERATION MANUAL LIGHTING PROCEDURE IF FOR ANY REASON YOUR ELECTRIC IGNITER FAILS, YOU CAN START YOUR GRILL USING THIS MANUAL METHOD. NOTE: Always clean or check your burn pot before each use. This will ensure proper ignition, heat output and many continuous happy grilling experiences Manual Start Up Ensure the Temperature Dial is in the “OFF”...

  • Page 21: Shutting Off Your Smoker

    SHUTTING OFF YOUR GRILL Your “Pit Boss” Pellet Grill will give you many years of flavorful service with minimum cleaning. An important step is allowing the grill and cooking grids to “Self Clean” by running the grill on HIGH temperature for 5—10 minutes after each use.

  • Page 22: About Wood Pellets

    Section Three: TIPS & TECHNIQUES 100% Natural Hardwood Wood Pellets They are no thicker than the eraser on the end of a pencil. People who see them for the first time think they look like rabbit food, but there is nothing small about the heat energy or flavor in a wood pellet.
  • Page 23 Section Three: TIPS & TECHNIQUES Just because the bright coloured leafs are gone and the golf clubs are put away for another season, doesn’t mean you have to stop barbecuing. The clean crisp fresh air, the heavenly aroma of flavoured wood pellets and food cooking, may be just what the doctor ordered to cure those winter blahs.
  • Page 24 Section Three: TIPS & TECHNIQUES Here are some helpful tips and techniques passed on to us from many Pit Boss Grill owners, our staff, families and lots and lots of practise: TIP: Sugar based sauces are best applied near the end of cooking to prevent burning.
  • Page 25 Section Three: TIPS & TECHNIQUES Three Basic Rules for Food Safety 1. Keep everything in the kitchen and cooking area clean. 2. Keep hot foods hot (above 140ºF) 3. Keep cold foods cold (below 37ºF) We want you to enjoy healthy and safe grill cooking, so following are some hints for basic barbecue hygiene: ...

  • Page 26: Trouble Shooting

    Proper cleaning, maintenance and the use of clean, dry, quality fuel will prevent common grill operational problems. However, when your Pit Boss Wood Pellet Grill is simply operating poorly, or not at all, the following trouble shooting tips may be helpful.
  • Page 27 If not working, Call Customer Service for replacement Auger motor Control Board Remove Control Board and inspect the wires and connections. If not working, Call Customer Service for replacement Pit Boss Control Board. Grill Temperature “P” Setting is to LOW Turn Temperature Dial to SMOKE, Pushing the “P”...
  • Page 28 Section Four: TROUBLE SHOOTING The Pit Boss Digital Temperature Control system is an intricate and valuable piece of technology. For protection from power surges and electrical shorts, the control utilizes a 5 amp, 120 Volt Fast—Blow Fuse. It is recommended to unplug your grill from any electrical connection, when not in use.

  • Page 29: Parts List

    Front Leg with Wheel w/ bottle opener (440D) Bottom Shelf 340—Open Grid 440D—Solid Rear Leg Front Leg Hopper Assembly 110 Volt Lid Handle Bezel (decorative washer) Dome Thermometer Owners Manual SEE YOUR “PIT BOSS” DEALER FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION OR TO ORDER Page 29...

  • Page 30: Part No

    74072 Auger Shaft Bolt 7/8” L x 9/64” thick 74073 Auger Motor Shaft Lock Nut #32 thread 76135 7 lb Hopper Box— Housing only 70120 Pit Boss Electronic Oven Control 70102 Auger Motor Nylon Bushing 70133 Combustion Fan 74069 Auger Box - Housing only...

  • Page 31: Grill Recipes

    Section Five: GRILL RECEIPES COOK TIME GUIDELINES The following cooking guidelines are just that “Guidelines”, and are in no way the only way to cook.. For best results and to become a true “Pit Master”, keep a record of what you cooked, at what temperature you cooked; how long you cooked for;...
  • Page 32 Pinch Salt Suggested Pit Boss Wood Pellet Flavour: Hickory or Competition Blend Preheat barbecue then reduce to LOW-MEDIUM (180 TO 225°F) Prepare the barbeque by preheating on high and brushing grids with oil. Place sausage on the grill and reduce heat.
  • Page 33 Paprika Teaspoon Chilli Powder Suggested Pit Boss Wood Pellet Flavour: Hickory, Apple or Competition Blend Preheat barbecue then reduce to SMOKE-LOW. (180-225°F) Prepare ribs by peeling off tough layer of skin on back side, commonly known as “the flavour blocker”..
  • Page 34 Teaspoons Virgin Olive Oil Suggested Pit Boss Wood Pellet Flavour: Hickory, Mesquite or Whiskey Barrel Preheat barbecue on HIGH then leave on HIGH. (425°F+) Sprinkle both sides of the steaks with the seasoning salt or rub. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
  • Page 35 Olive Oil Lime or Lime Wedges Fresh Dill or Parsley Sprigs Suggested Backwoods Pit Boss Pellet Flavour: Mesquite or Competition Blend Preheat barbecue then reduce to 275° to 325° F Soak wooden skewers in water for 1 hour. Prepare shrimp by gently pulling the shells away, and removing the vein with a paring knife.
  • Page 36 Mandarin Rice (Below) Cooking Oil Paprika Orange Marmalade Suggested Pit Boss Wood Pellet Flavour: Hickory, Mesquite or Competition Blend Preheat barbecue then reduce to MEDIUM ( 275—350°F) Rinse Cornish hens and pat dry with paper towels. Prepare Mandarin Rice. Mandarin Rice ¼...
  • Page 37 Tablespoons “Louisiana Grills” - Key Lime Jerk or Chicken Rub Suggested Pit Boss Wood Pellet Flavour: Hickory, Apple or Competition Blend Preheat barbecue then reduce to MEDIUM (275°F—350°F) Pull tab off the chilled beer. Pour 1/2 can into a frosty mug. Leave 1/2 in the can to be used for recipe. Using a church key-style can opener, make a few more holes in top of beer can..

  • Page 38: Limited Warranty

    The warranty coverage begins on the original date of purchase and proof of date of purchase, or copy of original bill of sale, is required to validate the warranty. Repair or replacement of the “Pit Boss” part does not extend the limited warranty beyond the one (1) year from date of purchase.
  • Page 39 Exceptions to the Limited Warranty There is no written or implied performance warranty on “Pit Boss” appliances, as the manufacturer has no control over the installation, operations, cleaning, maintenance or the type of fuel burned. This limited warranty will not apply nor will Dansons assume responsibility if your appliance has not been installed, operated, cleaned and maintained in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
  • Page 40 Important Notice DO NOT RETURN PRODUCT TO STORE!! CONTACT “PIT BOSS” CUSTOMER SERVICE FIRST 1-877-303-3134 OR service@pitboss-grills.com ARTS ERVICE AND CCESSORIES Dansons Inc. stands behind our Authorized Dealers. We strongly suggest that if you do need to order any parts or options or require service, that you first deal with your local dealer.

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