Safety First
The Big Green Egg offers a safe cooking experience when used correctly and following specific guidelines. It's crucial to handle fire and heat with utmost care. This caution extends to using the Big Green Egg. To ensure safety while using your EGG, take note of these Safety Tips below. Exercise caution when lighting charcoal and handling the hot coals and surfaces.
Responsibility for Safe Operation
Users are responsible for the safe operation of the EGG and should exercise caution at all times.
Adhering to Safety Precautions
- Always be aware of fire hazards and surroundings while using the EGG.
- Never leave a lit EGG unattended or open in high winds.
Safe Placement and Usage
- Position the EGG in a safe, level spot, avoiding slopes or areas prone to tipping over.
- Use locking casters on the Nest wheels and never move the EGG while in use or when hot.
Table and Nest Usage
- Use caution when using a Table Nest and ensure it's properly supported.
- Maintain a sufficient air gap around the EGG if installed in a table or built-in.
Preventing Fire Hazards
- Keep combustible items away from the EGG and ensure proper ventilation.
- Avoid placing the EGG on or near any combustible surface.
Handling Hot Surfaces with Caution
- Use extreme caution when handling or removing hot cooking surfaces such as the cooking grid, convEGGtor, or pizza/baking stone.
- Always use protective gloves and gripping tools to avoid burns.
- Place these surfaces away from anyone or combustible materials.
Using Charcoal and Ventilation
- Avoid using lighter fluid or any flammable liquids in the EGG.
- Never use water to extinguish charcoal in the EGG.
Using Grill Gripper for Cooking Grid
- Utilize the specially designed BGE Grill Gripper or Grid Lifter to safely handle hot cooking grids.
- Hold the Gripper properly for effective lifting, ensuring safety and avoiding burns.
Burp Your EGG
Burp the EGG by opening the Dome Lid 5-10 cm before closing, repeating the process 2 or 3 times, This will help avoid potential flashbacks.
Caution with Hinge Assembly and Vents
Handle the hinge assembly, top vent cap, and stainless steel draft door carefully to prevent injuries from hot surfaces or edges.
Storage and Indoor Use
- Never store a hot EGG inside any enclosed space or vehicle.
- Be cautious about using the EGG indoors, adhering to building codes and safety requirements.
Moving or Transporting the EGG
- Exercise extreme care when moving, loading, or unloading the EGG due to its weight and potential hazards.
- When needing to move an EGG in a Nest, pull the EGG by the nest handle, do not push.
- Ensure stable footing and avoid moving the EGG unless completely cool and charcoal-free.
- Always avoid rolling or moving an EGG when it is hot to prevent injury or property damage.
Regular Maintenance Checks
- Periodically check nuts, bolts, and band hardware for tightness and alignment.
- Regularly inspect band and hinge assembly for proper operation and tightness.
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