BBQ Guru DynaQ Manuale utente
DynaQ®User Guide
1CONTENTS
2 Safety Warnings ..............................................................................................................................................................3
3 BBQ Guru Limited Warranty & Return/Repair Policy .....................................................................................................4
4 DynaQ Features...............................................................................................................................................................5
5 Premium Dishwasher-Safe Probes..................................................................................................................................5
6 Variable Flow Rate Power Draft Fans .............................................................................................................................5
7 Patent Pending 5-in-1 Magnetic Control Mount ............................................................................................................ 6
7.1 Assembling the Control Mount............................................................................................................................... 6
7.2 Mounting to the Monolith Grill...............................................................................................................................7
8 Real Time Visual Pit Status..............................................................................................................................................8
9 Connecting to a Bluetooth-Enabled Device..................................................................................................................10
10 Using the Mobile Application....................................................................................................................................11
10.1 Monitoring and Setting Temperature Setpoints...................................................................................................11
10.2 Open Lid Detection ...............................................................................................................................................11
10.3 Ramp Mode –Patented by BBQ Guru ..................................................................................................................12
10.4 Alarm Deviation ....................................................................................................................................................13
10.5 Smart Cook Adaptive Control Strategy .................................................................................................................13
10.6 Countdown Timer .................................................................................................................................................13
10.7 Additional Features...............................................................................................................................................14
11 Building a Proper Fire................................................................................................................................................14
12 Troubleshooting Guide .............................................................................................................................................14
13 Contact BBQ Guru.....................................................................................................................................................16
2SAFETY WARNINGS
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS USER GUIDE COMPLETELY BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING
THIS PRODUCT.
FIRE HAZARD, BURN HAZARD! FLAMES, SPARKS AND LIT EMBERS CAN EXIT ANY
OPENING ON THE PIT CAUSING FIRE! Keep the pit located a safe distance away from flammable
objects including buildings, walls, solvents, cars, fuel, wood piles, and furniture, and use caution when
opening the pit. An ember that has fallen or is ejected from the pit can be blown into a garage or other
structure, debris field, woods, or grass field and can cause fire. Have a fire extinguisher and water
supply available near the pit.
FIRE HAZARD: If the pit is used on a combustible surface such as a wooden deck, place the pit on a
non-flammable pad intended for this purpose.
EXPLOSION HAZARD: PIT FIRES CAN OCCUR WHEN LIQUIDS ARE SPILLED OR WHEN
SURFACES INSIDE THE PIT REACH THE IGNITION TEMPERATURES OF FATS! Never pour or
throw water directly onto a fat fire. Reduce the temperature by cooling the fire in the firebox with a
water spray. Close the cooking chamber door while the firebox is steaming to smother the fire. Repeat
this procedure as necessary until the pit is under control.
FIRE HAZARD: Pit fires can be largely avoided if the pit is kept clean and free from fat buildup during
or between cooks. Change drip trays during a cook to keep flammable fats to a minimum. Cook at
temperatures low enough to avoid ignition.
EXPLOSION HAZARD: SMOKER CAN COMBUST WHEN OXYGEN IS INTRODUCED AND
PRODUCE SEVERE BURNS! Use caution when opening the lid or door of the pit.
WARNING: THERE ARE HOT SURFACES ON ALL PARTS OF THE PIT BEFORE, DURING
AND AFTER COOKING! Wear protective clothing when tending the pit, dumping a firebox into a
proper receptacle, attempting to extinguish a fire, or mounting any part of your Guru control system. Be
ready to call your local fire company in the case of an emergency.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD, HIGH VOLTAGE! The power supply for this product is plugged
into a 120 or 240 VAC Mains. This voltage can cause injury or death. Keep the power supply away from
water and off the ground. Never touch the power supply if it gets wet. Do not use the power supply if
visibly damaged.
FIRE HAZARD, BURN HAZARD: Even quality electronics can fail CAUSING THE FAN TO RUN
CONSTANTLY, RESULTING IN EXCESSIVE TEMPERATURES! Power draft fans can get the pit
temperature higher than natural draft. Use caution in opening the pit and determining fan placement.
Inspect the probe and fan wires for damage which can cause the fan to run constantly.
FIRE HAZARD: Even quality electronics can fail and cause the temperature to read incorrectly. Use a
redundant dial thermometer as a backup temperature sensor to verify the control’s reading of the pit
temperature.
CAUTION: There are no user serviceable parts inside the control unit. Opening or making unauthorized
modifications may cause equipment failure, creating a hazardous condition.
•CAUTION: The appliance is not to be used by children or persons with reduced physical, sensory or
mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction.
CAUTION: Children shall not play with the appliance.
CAUTION: Cleaning shall not be made by children without supervision.
CAUTION: The control is only to be used with the power supply unit provided.
CAUTION: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase
your risk of foodborne illness. Check food for doneness with a food thermometer before consumption.
CAUTION: To satisfy exposure requirements for mobile and base station transmission devices, a
separation distance of 20 cm / 8”or more should be maintained between the antenna of this device and
persons during operation. To ensure compliance, operation at closer than this distance is not
recommended. The antenna used for this transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction
with any other antenna or transmitter.
3BBQ GURU LIMITED WARRANTY &RETURN/REPAIR POLICY
To qualify, all returns and exchanges must be accompanied by the original receipt, the original documentation,
parts and accessories, plus the original manufacturer packaging. Obtain a return authorization number by
emailing your reason for return or exchange with your name, address, email, phone number and date of
refund or exchange.
Items must be in a condition that permits resale. BBQ Guru will not accept the following items for return: (i)
items that have been personalized or customized; (ii) special order items, if not part of the BBQ Guru retail
sales offering; (iii) items that have been used, altered or that show wear or damage; (iv) gift cards; (v) services.
DynaQ controls and fans (2-year limited warranty) BBQ Guru warrants this product to be free from defect in
workmanship and materials for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase.
Pit/food probes, power supply and other accessories (90-day limited warranty) BBQ Guru warrants these
products to be free from defect in workmanship and materials for a period of 90 days from the date of purchase.
Should a product malfunction within the warranty period, obtain a return authorization number, as per the
aforementioned instructions. If defective, it will be repaired or replaced (at the discretion of BBQ Guru) at no
cost. There are no user serviceable parts on this unit.
This warranty is void if the unit shows evidence of tampering or being subjected to moisture, excessive heat,
corrosion, or other misuse, including being used with equipment not made by BBQ Guru. Components with
excessive wear or damage due to misuse will not be covered under warranty.
BBQ Guru shall not be responsible for any damage or losses, however caused, which may be experienced as a
result of the installation or use of this product.
4DYNAQFEATURES
- Connects to your Bluetooth®enabled device for direct access to temperatures using the BBQ Guru app
- Patent pending 15 multi-colored LED Q light ring indicates real-time pit and fan statuses at a glance
- Smart Cook full-time adaptive control algorithm learns the pit for better stability and accuracy
- Armored, dishwasher-safe, high-temperature pit and food probes
- Controls your pit and monitors up to one food temperature
- Open lid detect senses when the pit’s lid is open to minimalize temperature disturbance
- Patented low and slow Ramp Mode lowers the pit temperature so the food does not overcook
- 32°F to 475°F range with ± 2°F accuracy
- Included patent pending 5-in-1 magnetic control mount allows viewing from any angle
- Runs on 110-240VAC for worldwide use or 12VDC for automotive supply use
5PREMIUM DISHWASHER-SAFE PROBES
The probes provided with the DynaQ are precision stainless-steel thermocouples. The thermocouple wires have
an armor braid with moisture and smoke resistant Teflon insulation that is rated for steady-state temperatures up
to 500°F. Do not kink the wires, or let them come in contact with direct flame. They can be handwashed or
placed in a dishwasher for cleaning. The probes are user-replaceable and are available at https://bbqguru.com/.
Keep a spare set for unforeseen emergency situations.
NOTE: Fully insert the probes into the control. Push the plugs into the receptacles so that they physically and
audibly snap in place. If the probes are not plugged in securely, there may be erratic temperature readings and
the DynaQ will not control temperature accurately. The temperature could also read low, causing the pit to get
excessively hot.
NOTE: Each probe jack has an LED indicator light above it. If a probe is securely plugged into the jack while
the DynaQ is powered on but the LED does not illuminate, this indicates that the probe is damaged or broken
and is not reading temperature properly.
NOTE: The pit probe must be placed inside of the pit at the cooking area for proper temperature regulation. If
the pit probe is not placed properly inside the pit, proper control will not take place. This can cause the fan to
run constantly, causing the pit to become excessively hot.
NOTE: Some ceramic grills present a special-case situation that can lead to early probe failure. If using a heat
diffuser, run the probe cables over one of the ceramic legs. The heat coming up through the gaps is intense and
focused, and if the cable is exposed to this heat, it begins to break down much more quickly than usual. Any
heat or flame event inside the pit can send a blast of heat –even flames –up the inside of the pit, sometimes
ruining a probe instantly. With proper care, a probe has a 2 to 3 year life expectancy.
6VARIABLE FLOW RATE POWER DRAFT FANS
The fan system uses a variable flow rate to fine-tune the amount of oxygen given to the fire.
All fans are equipped with an adjustable damper and an aluminum nozzle.
The slide damper can be completely closed to kill the fire or can be adjusted to a small opening for cold
smoking. This feature allows fine adjustments to be made due to natural drafts that effect cooking temperature
during the fan’s off cycle.
Open the damper fully for quick startup. Close halfway to two-thirds of the way for smaller cookers or low and
slow cooking. Close nearly all the way for cold smoking.
7PATENT PENDING 5-IN-1 MAGNETIC CONTROL MOUNT
The DynaQ should be placed in a stable position in its stand. The control can be rotated to face any direction
and can sit at any desired angle by tightening the mount knob. The built-in magnet allows for versatile
placement.
The control must be protected from the elements and special precaution must be taken to care for the control as
with any other electronic device.
7.1 ASSEMBLING THE CONTROL MOUNT
1. Attach the lower stand platform to the upper control bracket using the included hex bolt and thumb nut.
2. From the underside of the lower stand platform, press the rubber feet into the holes to prevent the stand
from sliding.
3. Snap the control onto the upper control bracket facing any direction.
4. Tilt the upper control bracket to the desired angle and tighten the thumb nut on the hex bolt to keep the
bracket in the selected position.
7.2 MOUNTING TO THE MONOLITH GRILL
NOTE: The additional bracket required to attach the control to the shelf is included only with the Monolith
Grill. This assembly requires the hex bolt, thumb nut and upper control bracket from the 5-in-1 magnetic mount
that was included with the control.
1. Attach the sheet metal mount to the left side shelf by placing the Phillips-head screw through the
existing hole on the bottom shelf rail and tighten the included nut to hold it in place.
2. Use the hex bolt and thumb nut from the 5-in-1 magnetic mount to attach the upper control bracket to
the sheet metal mount.
3. Snap the control onto the upper control bracket with the Q-tail pointing down diagonally to the right.
4. Tilt the upper control bracket to the desired angle and tighten the thumb nut on the hex bolt to keep the
bracket in the selected position.
8REAL TIME VISUAL PIT STATUS
When using the DynaQ for the first time, begin by plugging in the pit probe. Follow by plugging in the food
probe and the fan if they will be used before applying power. Corresponding LEDs will illuminate above the
probe jacks to indicate that a probe is present.
If you plug in a probe and the corresponding indicator light does not illuminate, push the probe plug all the way
into the jack so that it snaps into place. If the indicator light still does not go on, this may indicate that you have
a bad or erratic probe.
The outer ring of the control will illuminate in a variety of ways to indicate the current pit status at a glance.
When first bringing your pit up to temperature, the patent pending Q-shaped light ring will glow solid blue.
If the pit temperature rises into its Smart Cook Strategy range, the outer ring will change from blue to red. The
default strategy range is 30°F below your set temperature. For more information, see Section 10.5 Smart Cook
Adaptive Control Strategy.
If the pit temperature is within its strategy range and the fan is blowing, the top and bottom of the outer Q ring
will remain solid red while the left and right sides pulse red.
TIP: If the pit has been running for several hours and the sides begin to pulse more often or constantly,
additional charcoal might be needed. If the temperature is oscillating or overtemperature and the sides are not
pulsing or are pulsing infrequently, close the fan damper slightly.
If the pit temperature is above the set temperature by its deviation range, the outer light ring will pulse red
continuously. The default deviation range is 25°F. For more information or to change the deviation range, see
Section 10.4 Alarm Deviation.
When the DynaQ is connected to power but has no pit probe connected, the outer ring will blink rapidly. This is
a safety feature so the fan will not run unless a pit probe is inserted.
To clear either of these visual alerts, push the SELECT button depicted below.
NOTE: If there is a brief or sustained power interruption at any time, the DynaQ will automatically restart and
continue to control the pit at the same settings that were set before the interruption.
NOTE: To reset the control to its factory defaults, hold down the button on the left side of the control for 4
seconds or see Section10 Using the Mobile Application.
9CONNECTING TO A BLUETOOTH-ENABLED DEVICE
When the DynaQ is not connected to another device, the blue connectivity LED indicator light will blink
slowly.
Check the settings on your Bluetooth-enabled device to ensure that Bluetooth is turned on.
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