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Housed in durable steel, this gas grill features plenty of room for outdoor cooking--630 square inches total. The unit's 438-square-inch main grilling area nicely accommodates burgers, shish kabobs, or summer vegetables, while its warming rack offers 192 square inches of space for heating buns or keeping already-cooked foods at a perfect serving temperature. The grill supplies three stainless-steel burner tubes that generate a total of 40,800 BTUs, plus a 12,000-BTU side burner for heating up sauces to slather onto meat or grilled tofu. Other highlights include simple electronic ignition with an igniter probe on every burner, porcelain-coated cast-iron grates, dual stacks for even heating, and a front panel to conceal the propane tank. Its stainless-steel thermometer, stay-cool hood handle, large side shelf, and smooth-rolling wheels provide added convenience, and utensil hooks come included for keeping spatulas, tongs, and other tools within reach. A custom-fit vinyl cover (model 3055) can be purchased separately to keep the grill protected from the elements when not in use. Great for any back deck or patio, the gas grill measures 50 by 25 by 42 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.
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The Char-Griller 3001 Grillin' Pro provides 438 square inches of gas grilling space: 438 square inches on the primary surface and 192 square inches on the warming rack. Three stainless steel burner tubes generate a total of 40,800 BTUs, plus there’s a 12,000 BTU side burner. The grill features heavy-steel construction, porcelain coated cast iron grates, dual stacks for even heating, a stainless steel thermometer, a Stay Cool Hood handle, and an electronic igniter probe on every burner.
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85 of 85 people found the following review helpful
I've done plenty of research and seen many grills before picking the 'Char-Griller Pro 3001'. I think if you really want a solid grill that lasts forever, get a Weber. For me paying $700+ for a similar Weber isn't an option. You also should beware of the inexpensive stainless steel grills (anything under $400). Their not stainless, the metal is thin & flimsy and they start showing signs of rust in a matter of months. I even saw some demos with rust stains?? This shouldn't be a problem with the finish on the Char-Griller. Plus I noticed it ranked well in Consumer Reports. I picked mine up at Menards for $149.00 (on 06/26/09).
At times it was challenging to put together. The pictures and directions could've been more descriptive on which way things face when you put them together (ie: the legs). Plus the location of parts within the box. I had to find parts that I needed early in the installation that were wrapped up with things late in the installation?! Once you get it together it's pretty solid. It starts easily and heats up fast. For me in less than 5-10 min. on high the temperature gage was at 650 degrees (on a windy 70 degree day in Chicago). The grates are porcelain coated cast iron. That's a feature you want to look for in a grill. You'll see those on higher priced models. The grates have a side for 'Searing' and a side for 'Grilling'. They cleanup easily and give GREAT grill marks. Now mind you my last grill was a 12 year old 'Char-Broil' that was shot and I've only used this one twice. But from what I can tell (so far) unless you want to pay a ton for something better this is a great grill for the price.
Update: 07-27-09
It's still a great grill for the price. I have one thing I never liked and if you're coming from an older grill like me you should be aware of this. Older gas grills (5 or 10 years) had the burners right along the bottom of the grill base with a metal shield over the top. You then had 5 inches or so between the shield and the grilling grates. This would give you space for 'Lava Rock', 'Ceramic Brickets' and some wood chips if you choose. The rocks or bricks would catch grease and reduce flare ups. To keep the grill clean you change the rock out once a season or so. NONE OF THE NEW GRILLS (including the Char-Griller) are setup like this. They ALL have the burners and shields right below the grilling grates. And you have no room for anything below the burners. So you need to be sure to keep the bottom of the grill CLEAN and CLEAR of debris (drip trays too). As I stated before this grill heats fast and puts out a good flame. Well after cooking about 10 times or so I had some debris and an oily film on the bottom from cooking & basting things. Yep you guessed it, FIRE, FIRE! Luckily I caught it after just a couple minutes of cooking and shut it down and put everything out. I cleaned out the bottom turned it back on and it was fine. So be safe and keep it clean!
At times it was challenging to put together. The pictures and directions could've been more descriptive on which way things face when you put them together (ie: the legs). Plus the location of parts within the box. I had to find parts that I needed early in the installation that were wrapped up with things late in the installation?! Once you get it together it's pretty solid. It starts easily and heats up fast. For me in less than 5-10 min. on high the temperature gage was at 650 degrees (on a windy 70 degree day in Chicago). The grates are porcelain coated cast iron. That's a feature you want to look for in a grill. You'll see those on higher priced models. The grates have a side for 'Searing' and a side for 'Grilling'. They cleanup easily and give GREAT grill marks. Now mind you my last grill was a 12 year old 'Char-Broil' that was shot and I've only used this one twice. But from what I can tell (so far) unless you want to pay a ton for something better this is a great grill for the price.
Update: 07-27-09
It's still a great grill for the price. I have one thing I never liked and if you're coming from an older grill like me you should be aware of this. Older gas grills (5 or 10 years) had the burners right along the bottom of the grill base with a metal shield over the top. You then had 5 inches or so between the shield and the grilling grates. This would give you space for 'Lava Rock', 'Ceramic Brickets' and some wood chips if you choose. The rocks or bricks would catch grease and reduce flare ups. To keep the grill clean you change the rock out once a season or so. NONE OF THE NEW GRILLS (including the Char-Griller) are setup like this. They ALL have the burners and shields right below the grilling grates. And you have no room for anything below the burners. So you need to be sure to keep the bottom of the grill CLEAN and CLEAR of debris (drip trays too). As I stated before this grill heats fast and puts out a good flame. Well after cooking about 10 times or so I had some debris and an oily film on the bottom from cooking & basting things. Yep you guessed it, FIRE, FIRE! Luckily I caught it after just a couple minutes of cooking and shut it down and put everything out. I cleaned out the bottom turned it back on and it was fine. So be safe and keep it clean!
44 of 51 people found the following review helpful
If you pay $300 you are getting ripped off. It should only cost about $189. Look somewhere else.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
After lots of research settled on this grill and at under $200, nothing compares. After three months of use, looks and works like new. The cast iron construction leads to even heat, the burners work well, there are trays on both sides (one is a side burner with a flat cover), and it does a great job of grilling.
The drip TRAY is easy to reach (as opposed to a hole that a can hangs under) and the barrel construction also lends to the even heat of the grill.
The smoker attachment is a nice idea for those who want the flexibility and convenience of a gas grill with the option for smoke/charcoal; although I have not used it I think I will be purchasing the attachment before next Thanksgiving (nothing like a smoked turkey on the grill).
Cons: Assembly is a little bit of work and is best accomplished with two people. It is not something you want to do in a hurry and while not easy, it wasn't an overwhelming challenge either. In other words, yes, you have to do a little bit of thinking and it really helped to have another person to verify understanding and help to hold pieces. If you feel you are mechanically challenged, could be frustrating, but don't be scared away. Assembly time for two people who don't do much if any mechanical work, was about 90 leisurely minutes.
With so many nice-looking but cheaply made grills with cheap parts out there, the Char-Griller stands out with it's simple efficient design and comparatively heavy parts.
The drip TRAY is easy to reach (as opposed to a hole that a can hangs under) and the barrel construction also lends to the even heat of the grill.
The smoker attachment is a nice idea for those who want the flexibility and convenience of a gas grill with the option for smoke/charcoal; although I have not used it I think I will be purchasing the attachment before next Thanksgiving (nothing like a smoked turkey on the grill).
Cons: Assembly is a little bit of work and is best accomplished with two people. It is not something you want to do in a hurry and while not easy, it wasn't an overwhelming challenge either. In other words, yes, you have to do a little bit of thinking and it really helped to have another person to verify understanding and help to hold pieces. If you feel you are mechanically challenged, could be frustrating, but don't be scared away. Assembly time for two people who don't do much if any mechanical work, was about 90 leisurely minutes.
With so many nice-looking but cheaply made grills with cheap parts out there, the Char-Griller stands out with it's simple efficient design and comparatively heavy parts.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Everything you need, for less
We've had several grills since we changed from cooking with charcoal, and it seems that all of them suffer the same problem. By the time the burners need replacing in 2-3 yrs. Read more
Published 15 days ago by HoseDog
Great Grill and Sturdy Construction
First off, all these bad reviews about the instructions are wayyyyy off, if you cant put this thing together go spend the extra money on a assembled one, its not rocket science,... Read more
Published 19 days ago by Pabz
One Tough - WONDERFUL -Cookie
The package arrived very fast and was placed at the garage door. The box contained the words "Team Lift" cautioned us of the weight and we unpacked it and took the items one by one... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Somnombulist007
Great for the Price
I have owned many gas grills over the years and most of the time purchased grills under $200.00. This grill looks funny (with the chimneys) but heats up fast and cooks fast. Read more
Published 1 month ago by rdkmco
3rd Year And Going Strong!
I'm here because I needed to replace one of the flame deflectors but felt it was necessary to share my experience with after three years of use. Read more
Published 1 month ago by D. Munro
Now buying my second one
We have had this particular grill for over 3 years now. We love the large warming rack because we grill a lot of vegie's in our wok pan which needs the big rack and extra height... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Terry Nathe
get what you pay for.
Originally bought from Lowes. Had no trouble assembly, but instructions were not good. Having assembled a few grills in the past sort of know how things went together. Read more
Published 5 months ago by J. Saenz
How hot are you cooking? Manual says never exceed 450 degrees F! And...
Yep, this is a really good grille, at a reasonable price. I recommend it. Easy to operate, easy to clean, easy to assemble. Read more
Published 6 months ago by W. Johnson
I would not buy a second
I bought the item from May but had been busy so I am just getting a chance to set it up. This grill was filled with dents all over it. Read more
Published 6 months ago by Pierre Gordon
Got it as a gift
I got this grill as a gift for my parents and they absolutely love it. The heat is evenly distrubuted, which had been a problem with their old grill. Read more
Published 7 months ago by Baskert
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