1. הקדמה
The Pit Boss Sportsman 500SP Wood Pellet Grill is designed to provide a versatile outdoor cooking experience, allowing users to achieve rich wood-fired flavor. This grill offers 8-in-1 cooking versatility, enabling grilling, smoking, roasting, baking, braising, barbecuing, char-grilling, and searing. It operates within a robust temperature range of 180°F to 500°F, utilizing all-natural hardwood pellets as fuel.
This manual provides essential information for the safe and effective operation, setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting of your Pit Boss Sportsman 500SP Wood Pellet Grill. Please read it thoroughly before initial use.

פיגורע 1.1: פראָנט view of the Pit Boss Sportsman 500SP Wood Pellet Grill.
2. זיכערקייַט אינפֿאָרמאַציע
Always adhere to the following safety guidelines to prevent injury or damage to the grill.
2.1 אַלגעמיינע זיכערקייַט פּריקאָשאַנז
- בלויז דרויסנדיק נוצן: די גריל איז געמאכט נאר פאר דרויסנדיקן באנוץ. נישט נוצן אינעווייניק אדער אין פארמאכטע ערטער.
- רעשוס: Maintain a minimum distance of 10 feet (3 meters) from combustible materials, structures, and other appliances.
- סטאַביל ייבערפלאַך: שטענדיק אַפּערירן דעם גריל אויף אַ גלייכער, סטאַבילער, נישט-ברענענדיקער ייבערפלאַך.
- ברענוואַרג טיפּ: Use only food-grade hardwood pellets as fuel. Do not use charcoal, lighter fluid, or other accelerants.
- עלעקטריקאַל זיכערקייַט: זיכער מאַכן אַז דער עלעקטרישער שנור איז נישט צוגעדריקט אָדער געשטעלט אין געביטן מיט אַ סך מענטשן. פאַרבינדט עס צו אַ געערדטער אַוטלעט.
- הייס סורפאַסעס: The grill surfaces become extremely hot during operation. Use heat-resistant gloves and avoid direct contact.
- קינדער און פּעץ: Keep children and pets away from the grill during operation and while it is cooling down.
- השגחה: קיינמאָל לאָזן די גריל אַנאַטענדיד בשעת אין נוצן.
- פייערלעשער: Keep a fire extinguisher readily available.
2.2 Pellet Storage
- האַלטן האָלץ פּעלאַץ אין אַ טרוקן, לופט-דיכט קאַנטיינער צו פאַרמייַדן נעץ אַבזאָרפּשאַן, וואָס קען ווירקן די פאָרשטעלונג.
- Keep pellets away from heat sources and open flames.
3. סעטאַפּ
Before operating your Pit Boss Sportsman 500SP, proper assembly and initial seasoning are required.
3.1 אַנפּאַקינג און אַסעמבלי
Carefully remove all components from the packaging. Refer to the included assembly guide for detailed step-by-step instructions. Ensure all parts are present and undamaged before beginning assembly.

פיגורע 3.1: פראָנט view of the grill after assembly.

פיגורע 3.2: זייַט view of the grill with the lid open, showing internal components.
3.2 Initial Burn-In / Seasoning
Before cooking food, it is crucial to perform an initial burn-in to season the grill and burn off any manufacturing oils or residues. This process helps to cure the paint and prepare the cooking surfaces.
- Fill the pellet hopper with food-grade hardwood pellets.
- שטעקט אריין דעם גריל אין א געערדטע עלעקטרישע ווענטיל.
- Turn the grill on and set the temperature to 350°F (177°C).
- לאָזט דעם גריל אַרבעטן ביי דעם טעמפּעראַטור פֿאַר לפּחות 45 מינוט ביז אַ שעה.
- After the seasoning process, turn the grill off and allow it to cool completely before first use.
4. אַפּערייטינג ינסטרוקטיאָנס
The Pit Boss Sportsman 500SP offers intuitive controls for various cooking methods.
4.1 קאָנטראָל פּאַנעל איבערview
The digital control board allows you to power the grill on/off, set desired temperatures, and monitor internal grill temperature.

פיגורע 4.1: דעטאַילעד view of the control panel with power button, display, and temperature dial.
4.2 Starting the Grill
- Ensure the pellet hopper is filled with pellets.
- עפענען די גריל דעקל.
- Press the power button to turn the grill on. The auger will begin feeding pellets, and the igniter will heat up.
- Once smoke appears, close the lid and set your desired temperature using the control dial.
4.3 Temperature Control and Cooking Modes
The grill maintains temperatures between 180°F and 500°F. Use the dial to select your desired temperature. The 8-in-1 versatility allows for:
- רייכערן: Low temperatures (180-225°F) for long cooks.
- גרילינג: Medium to high temperatures (300-400°F) for direct cooking.
- שערן: Utilize the innovative slide plate flame broiler for direct flame searing at high temperatures.
- Roasting/Baking/Braising/Barbecuing/Char-Grilling: Adjust temperature as needed for various recipes.

Figure 4.2: The grill in operation in an outdoor environment.
4.4 אויסלעשן דעם גריל
To properly shut down the grill and clear the fire pot:
- Turn the temperature dial to the 'OFF' position or press the power button.
- The grill will enter a cool-down cycle, during which the fan will continue to run to burn off remaining pellets in the fire pot.
- Once the cycle is complete, the grill will power off. Unplug the unit from the power source.
5. וישאַלט און רייניקונג
Regular maintenance ensures optimal performance and longevity of your Pit Boss grill.
5.1 רוטין רייניקונג
- עקסטעריע: Clean the exterior with a soft cloth and warm water. Avoid abrasive cleaners.
- קוקינג גראַטעס: Clean cooking grates after each use with a grill brush.
- Fire Pot: Vacuum the fire pot after each use to remove ash and unburnt pellets. Excessive ash can impede ignition and airflow.
- גריז פאַרוואַלטונג: Regularly empty and clean the grease bucket and ensure the grease drain is clear.
5.2 סטאָרידזש
- Keep the grill covered when not in use to protect it from the elements.
- קראָם אין אַ טרוקן אָרט.
- If storing for an extended period, remove all pellets from the hopper and auger to prevent moisture absorption and potential jamming.
6. טראָובלעשאָאָטינג
This section addresses common issues you might encounter with your Pit Boss Sportsman 500SP grill.
6.1 Grill Not Powering On
- קוק די מאַכט קאַנעקשאַן: Ensure the grill is securely plugged into a grounded electrical outlet.
- קרייַז צוימען: Verify that the household circuit breaker has not tripped.
- מאַכט שנור: דורכקוקן די מאַכט שנור פֿאַר קיין קענטיק שעדיקן.
6.2 Grill Not Igniting / No Smoke
- Pellet Level: Ensure there are enough pellets in the hopper.
- Fire Pot Cleanliness: A dirty fire pot with excessive ash can prevent ignition. Vacuum the fire pot.
- פּעלאַץ קוואַליטעט: Damp or old pellets may not ignite properly. Use fresh, dry pellets.
- Auger Feed: Check if pellets are feeding into the fire pot. If not, the auger might be jammed or the motor faulty.
6.3 טעמפּעראַטור פלוקטואַציעס
- ליד סיל: Ensure the grill lid is properly closed and sealed.
- אַמביאַנט טנאָים: Extreme cold or wind can affect internal temperature. Position the grill in a sheltered area if possible.
- Pellet Feed: Inconsistent pellet feed can cause temperature swings. Check for blockages in the auger or hopper.
- טעמפּעראַטור זאָנד: Ensure the internal temperature probe is clean and properly positioned.
פֿאַר פּראָבלעמען וואָס ווערן נישט דאָ באַדעקט, ביטע זעט די וואָראַנטי און שטיצע אָפּטייל פֿאַר קאָנטאַקט אינפֿאָרמאַציע.
7. ספּעסאַפאַקיישאַנז
Key technical specifications for the Pit Boss 10532 PB0500SP Wood Pellet Grill.
| שטריך | באַשרייַבונג |
|---|---|
| מאָדעל נאָמען | PB0500SP |
| נומער מאָדעל נומער | 10532 |
| פּראָדוקט דימענשאַנז (L x W x H) | 123.37 X 80.59 X 118.69 סענטימעטער (48.6 X 31.7 X 46.7 אינטשעס) |
| וואָג | 55.1 קג (122 לבס) |
| גאַנץ קאָכן שטח | 542 סק. אין |
| Main Cooking Rack Area | 400 סק. אין |
| Upper Cooking Rack Area | 142 סק. אין |
| כאַפּער קאַפּאַציטעט | 15 לבס. |
| טעמפּעראַטור ראַנגע | 180°F צו 500°F |
| מאַכט מקור | האָלץ שרייטל |
| ויסווייניקסט מאַטעריאַל | ומבאַפלעקט שטאָל |
| קאָליר | שוואַרץ |
| פאַבריקאַנט | דאַנסאָנס |

פיגור 7.1: פּראָדוקט דימענסיעס און וואָג.

Figure 7.2: Cooking area breakdown and hopper capacity.
8. וואָראַנטי און שטיצן
For warranty information, technical support, or to order replacement parts, please contact Pit Boss customer service. Keep your purchase receipt and model number (PB0500SP, 10532) readily available when contacting support.
Please visit the official Pit Boss website or refer to the documentation included with your grill for the most up-to-date contact information and warranty details.





