LindaFehrmann Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 My kk is due at my house tomorrow! Any comments, suggestions, or tips would be greatly appreciated. I've been grilling a long time, but this is my first ceramic grill. I must admit, I am a little nervous.... kind words would be greatly appreciated!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mguerra Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 Re: Anxiously awaiting my new kk These forums have thousands of comments, tips and advice! Welcome. Cook a pork butt first. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DennisLinkletter Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 Re: Anxiously awaiting my new kk Honestly no need to be anxious.. it's really easy with a KK. Take the time to read the owner's manual, Read this site NakedWhiz Review Watch these YouTube Videos Remember to control temps is all about airflow.. Don't worry, even your mistakes on a KK will be great.. and always remember to have fun with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaFehrmann Posted October 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 Re: Anxiously awaiting my new kk Ive taken the time to read the manual and also the bbqguru flashback video. Just nervous, but I'm sure once it gets in my backyard im sure I will feel like I am saying hello to an old friend. Will take pics with the two side tables once I get it set up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DennisLinkletter Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 Re: Anxiously awaiting my new kk Ive taken the time to read the manual and also the bbqguru flashback video. Just nervous' date=' but I'm sure once it gets in my backyard im sure I will feel like I am saying hello to an old friend. Will take pics with the two side tables once I get it set up![/quote'] Honestly feel free to give me a call and I'll answer all your questions and walk you thru your first cook.. KKs come packaged with me.. as an on the phone tutor... weekends too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaFehrmann Posted October 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 Re: Anxiously awaiting my new kk Thanks so much! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryan Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 Re: Anxiously awaiting my new kk Enjoy the Butterflies!! They will be around a little while. Things will just get better and better. You will enjoy the never ending trip going from the known to the unknown in ceramic cooking. Suggest first cook with no food. Fill lump charcoal up just below handle tops. Wrap cement looking disk with foil and set aside. Set bottom front vent dial to barely open(1/8 inch) (vent door closed) Set round top vent (with metal ears) to 1/4 turn open. In center of charcoal pile (with gas yard torch or similar devise) light 2 pieces of the lump charcoal really good. Place foil covered stone on top of coal basket handles. Install main grill. Close lid. It has two (2) locking levels. Press lock down to the second one. Sit back and watch temp gauge in top of KK. When you are sure it has stabilized open the bottom dial just a tad more. Again watch results. (Memorize all the settings for future reference) On low and slow cooks it is always best to stair step up to the desired temp. (KK super heat sinks. Coming back down in temp takes a long time) Later it will be an easy learn to higher in temps And you will find many here that will be glad to help. The main secret is temp control. Once you got it - just jump in, the cooking is outstanding. What will you cook first? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk1 Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 Re: Anxiously awaiting my new kk I am with you, my KK is on the water (or maybe docking in Cali).... I can't wait! Post pics so I can drool some more! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaFehrmann Posted October 24, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 Re: Anxiously awaiting my new kk Thanks Cook_Shack for the helpful info. The kk arrived this morning along with the crates that contains the side teak tables. (My husband has his work cut out for him this weekend!) A local moving company is moving it this evening from the garage to the backyard. Yeah!!!! My first cook after cooking a bit with no food will be a nice, juicy steak! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bryan Posted October 24, 2011 Report Share Posted October 24, 2011 Re: Anxiously awaiting my new kk 4 bolts on bottom of crate legs and it all lifts right off. Can't help with the steak but there are those here who can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LindaFehrmann Posted October 25, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2011 Re: Anxiously awaiting my new kk Okay, my grill made it to the backyard and it looks great. Will send pics as soon as I get the tables assembled. Question where does the ash screen go? Don't mean to sound stupid, but........... oops, sorry, just looked on the Naked Whiz sight and found the answer. Sorry! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
