Your support guide for your Ranger Traeger portable grill.
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Model Numbers
Find your grill's model number here.
MODEL NUMBER | COUNTRY | STATUS |
TFT18KLD | USA | Active |
TFT18KLDC | Canada | Active |
TFT18KOF (Tito's Edition) | USA | Discontinued |
TFT18SMD | USA | Discontinued |
Documentation
DOCUMENT | LANGUAGE | AMENDMENTS |
Owner's Manual |
English French |
Pg 15 Startup: When igniting your grill, ignite with lid closed. |
Useful Troubleshooting Resources for Your Ranger Grill
Below are links help you get the most out of your Ranger, whether it's learning best-use practices or how to resolve common issues.
Operating Your Ranger | How to start/ignite your Ranger |
How to shut down/turn off your Ranger | |
How to season your Ranger | |
Cleaning your Ranger | |
Error Messages & Notifications | Grill Notifications |
Temperature Management | Portable Grill Temperature Issues |
Grill Running too Cool | |
Temperature Swings |
Accessing a Ranger's Interior
Ranger Startup Tips to Avoid Overheating
- Upon startup, set the controller temperature to SMOKE, leaving the lid open until the temperature on the smoke peaks.
- Peak means it slows down and stalls on a temperature and stays there; however, this temperature will vary based on the outside temperature.
- Once the temperature peaks, shut the lid and leave on SMOKE for an additional 10 minutes. The temperature will typically overshoot to approximately 200°F (remember, overshooting is normal) and then correct itself back down to approximately 160°F. This fluctuation may repeat, but it should settle after one or two fluctuations..
- If the temperature stays calm after 10 minutes:
- Increase the controller to the desired temperature and allow it to preheat completely.
- If the grill overshoots above 200°F:
- Open the lid again to let out some heat until the temperature drops to 150°F.
- Shut the lid.
- Observe if the temperature regulates.
- If the temperature doesn't regulate, see AC Grill Running too Hot to troubleshoot further.
- If the temperature stays calm after 10 minutes:
Specs
Controller | ARC Controller | |
Startup Procedure | ||
Assembled Dimensions |
21" L x 20" W x 13" H |
53.4 cm L x 50.8 cm W x 33 cm H |
Assembled Weight |
45 lbs |
20.5 kg |
Package Dimensions |
23" L x 20" W x 15" H |
58.42 cm L x 50.8 cm W x 38.1 cm H |
Package Weight |
60.3 lbs |
27.4 kg |
Grate Dimensions |
16" L x 11" D |
40.6 cm L x 28 cm D |
Total Grilling Area |
176 sq. in. |
447 sq. cm |
Hopper Capacity |
8 lbs |
3.6 kg |
Maximum Temperature | 450°F | 232°C |
Temperature Variance | ±25°F | ±14.75°F |
Meat Probe Count | 1 | |
BTUs | 16,000 | |
Exhaust System | Downdraft | |
Pellet Evacuation | Manual | |
Pellet Sensing | No | |
Super Smoke | No | |
WiFIRE | No |
Compatible Accessories
ACCESSORY |
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Carry Case | BAC502: Traeger To-Go Bag |
Cover | BAC475: Traeger Scout & Ranger Grill Cover |
Drip Tray Liner | BAC458: Drip Tray Liners - 5 Pack |
Grease Bucket Liner | BAC459: Mini Grease Bucket Liners - 5 Pack |
Griddle | BAC460: Porcelain Coated Cast Iron Griddle |
Meat Probe | BAC431: Traeger Replacement Meat Probe - 2 Pack |
Power Inverter | BAC287: Traeger High Efficiency Power Inverter |
Replacement Parts
PART |
REPLACEMENT PART |
|
Auger | Auger Assembly | KIT0369 |
Auger Bushing | KIT0021 | |
Auger Motor | KIT0020 | |
Controller | KIT0372 | |
Drip Tray | KIT0385 | |
Fans |
Induction Fan | KIT0469 |
Firepot | KIT0371 | |
Firepot with Hot Rod | KIT0467 | |
Grates | Main Grate | HDW422 |
Griddle | BAC460 | |
Grease Bucket | HDW253 | |
Hopper | Hopper Extension | KIT0374 |
Hopper Lid | KIT0375 | |
Hopper Lid Knob | KIT0349 | |
Hot Rod | Hot Rod | KIT0088 |
Firepot with Hot Rod | KIT0467 | |
Legs | KIT0801 | |
Lid | Door Catch | KIT0228 |
Lid Assembly | KIT0376 | |
Lid Handle | KIT0368 | |
Lid Hinge | KIT0459 | |
Meat Probe | Wired Meat Probe | BAC289 |
Power Cord | KIT0089 | |
RTD | KIT0373 |