User Recipe Guide: Weber Q Smart (QX2800N+)

Weber Q Smart (QX2800N+)

user & recipe Guide

Thank you for choosing a Weber Q Smart (QX2800N+).

This page will provide you with all the information you need to create outdoor meals and memories on your new Weber Q.

This guide will allow you to have cooking success, right out of the box. From understanding the basics of the direct and indirect cooking methods, learning how to keep your Weber Q in top shape, understanding how to set up your barbecue to achieve certain cooking outcomes, through to finding cooking inspiration with our feature recipes.

If you need any further assistance, hints or tips, you’re welcome to reach out to us via phone, email or on our social channels.

Get To Know Your Barbecue

Wi-Fi® Enabled Digital Thermometer

Wi-Fi® Enabled Digital Thermometer for easy monitoring of barbecue and food temperature

Weber Connect app compatibility

Weber Connect app compatibility for remote monitoring and step-by-step barbecuing assistance

Additional + burner

Expands your cooking possibilities to include high sear and low and slow

Large cooking area

Large cooking areas can grill up to 12 burgers at one time

Electronic ignition

Electronic ignition lights quickly with a single press

Porcelain enamelled, cast iron cooking grill

Option to add step-by-step cooking support

Before you get started

iPhone 17 users please note - Initial pairing and setup of the Wi-Fi Enabled Digital Thermometer will not work on an iPhone 17 due to Bluetooth issues specific to that device.
Find out more information here.

Download the Weber Connect® App

Download the Weber Connect App – it’s your gateway to the ultimate in control and monitoring.

Turn on the Wi-Fi Enabled Digital Thermometer

Ensure 2 AAA batteries are secured in the thermometer and turn on by pressing the red button. At first use, it should say APP.

Pair the Wi-Fi Enabled Digital Thermometer with the App

Pair the Wi-Fi Enable Digital Thermometer on your barbecue with the Weber Connect App by scanning the QR code on the back of the barbecue.

Barbecuing the Weber Way

Indirect Cooking Mode must be selected when using a convection tray and trivet of the ambient temperature readout will be incorrect. Refer to the Indirect Heat On Your Weber Q grill skill below for more information.

Direct Heat On Your Weber Q

The direct method is used for grilling or searing food on you barbecue. Food is cooked directly above a heat source and directly on the cooking grill. Direct cooking is recommended for foods that will cook through to completion in under 20 minutes, and that will be turned, at least once, during cooking.

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Indirect Heat On Your Weber Q

The Indirect cooking method is used for roasting and baking. Food is not cooked directly over a heat source or directly on the cooking grill above a heat source. Indirect cooking is recommended for foods that will take longer than 20 minutes to cook to completion, and they generally don't need to be turned at all during the cooking process.

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