mdbinkc Posted October 25, 2012 Report Share Posted October 25, 2012 My 23" OTB Metallic Bronze beauty arrived a day earlier than expected, and all I can say is WOW! It exceeded my expectations in every way. And, thanks to all the great advice I received on this forum, I was well prepared for the delivery. I uncrated the Kamado, unpackaged all the accessories, and had it moved and set up in under two hours (with the help of two strong young men). Well, I said I was prepared, but we were lacking one key thing - a nice piece of meat to christen it with. So, don't laugh, but we improvised. I started the cooker up with the coco-char I received with the grill, added some apple chunks, threw a cast iron skillet on the lower grate with some peanut oil, and we cooked up some salmon patties! They were the best I ever had, no lie! I included a picture of my new work of art in its spot on my deck. Thanks again for all the advice. Can't wait to fire it up again tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
5698k Posted October 25, 2012 Report Share Posted October 25, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! What a beauty! Of course, I'm partial, I have a bronze myself. Congrats, and have fun! Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadMedik Posted October 25, 2012 Report Share Posted October 25, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! Congrats! It looks beautiful and content sitting on that deck... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ducaticraig Posted October 25, 2012 Report Share Posted October 25, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! Wow, what a beautiful KK! Your KK really adds to the beauty of the surrounding area. I received my Vibrant Blue Pebble KK a few weeks ago and have to post some pictures. I was a little worried about adjusting the temp but after the initial venting process it turns out adjusting the temp is quite easy. Enjoy! Sent from my SCH-I510 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdbinkc Posted October 25, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 25, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! Can someone direct me to the "break-in" instructions for my KK somewhere on the forum? I've seen bits and pieces of advice for firing it up the first few times, but want to make sure I'm covering my bases. Thanks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ducaticraig Posted October 25, 2012 Report Share Posted October 25, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! Pm ur email and I will send it to you. Sent from my SCH-I510 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mk1 Posted October 25, 2012 Report Share Posted October 25, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! Congrats... From page 21 of the owners manual... Curing Process – the first cook Komodo Kamados refractory material is fully cured in the factory, but it is recommended to bring the grill up to 400º to remove the remaining solvent from the acrylic material that is both the adhesive and grout for the tiles. Once the outside of the grill a bit hot, you will smell the acrylic paint like smell.. Just let it run until this is no longer noticeable.. You can cook during this process as the material is outside the grill. You will then want to take the grill to 550º for a half hour and raise it 50º for a half hour until you are up to 750º. If you see any venting thru the material or a tile lifts to release trapped vapor, please drop the tempurature to 550º and let it run dry. You will then be able to easily press the tile back into place. When it cools it will be firmly attached. Chances are you will not see any venting; I just want you not to worry and how to deal with it if it does. After this precautionary first schedule use you can grill at high temperatures without worry. You do not need to do this high temp burn in right away. Just before you use the grill at high temperatures Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paswesley Posted October 26, 2012 Report Share Posted October 26, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! Simply gorgeous! I hope that you enjoy thousands of wonderfully delicious meals from the maw of this beauty. You ought to name her, "Queen of Sheba." Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpwebb Posted October 26, 2012 Report Share Posted October 26, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! Congratulations!! Very nice looking grill. I'm glad you were able to get it setup quickly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mdbinkc Posted October 27, 2012 Author Report Share Posted October 27, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! To those that offered information on the break-in, Dennis emailed the user manual today, and I completed the burn-in of the grout. I'm in the middle of a low-and-slow pork butt cook, smoking with pecan chunks. Wish me luck! Not to show my age, but I was thinking of naming her "Puff" as in "the Magic Komodo Dragon". Is that name taken? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paswesley Posted October 27, 2012 Report Share Posted October 27, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! Not as I am aware of. I have been known to "frolic in the autumn mists in the land of Honorlei" myself, from time to time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cactus Posted November 1, 2012 Report Share Posted November 1, 2012 Re: KK Arrived Today!! Absolutely stunning. Wow, that bronze sure suits the KK well. Congrats! It looks as though the deck was custom made to compliment your cooker! Looks right at home. Great deck and a great pic! Thanks for posting it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
