Instructions: METHOD #1 (customer recommended method): Start a grill with a few coals, do not overload the grill. For a target temperature of 212F (100C) for example. Use a external grill thermometer. When the grill approaches temperature, close the bottom vent, open the top vent, turn the TTT damper open 90′ degree( do not force knob or damper past 90′), pull the gasket slightly off the edge of the TTT, place the TTT over the top vent and lightly push the TTT down to seat the gasket to the lid. Damper will start to close. When the TTT damper quits moving, turn the TTT damper knob to the almost closed position (Do not use the numbers).The grill will continue to heat slightly as the limited oxygen is used. Now the TTT is set for the target temperature of the grill. Do not overshoot the target temperature. To adjust, open the TTT slightly and let it feed the grill some air. As the grill warms, the TTT damper will again move to the closed position but at the higher temperature. Wait 10-15 minutes between corrections for the temperature to stabilize. You will discover 212F(100C) is approximately 2.5 on the dial at 80F(27C) ambient air temperature. Dial setting will change with varying target temperature and ambient air temperature. METHOD #2 Turn the knob to the desired temperature setting (refer to the chart below), matching the left hand side lip (see arrow below) to the setting you want. Light 4-6 charcoal briquettes completely and place them in the center of the charcoal grate. Pile 15-20 charcoal briquettes or equivalent lump charcoal around and on top of the 4-6 lit briquettes. Put the cooking rack in place and food on the cooking rack. Put the kettle lid on. CLOSE ALL THE VENTS AND OPEN THE TOP VENT FULLY.

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