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WESTWOOD™ GRILL 101
Discover how to make the most of your Westwood™ Series experience and get to know your grill inside and out.
Get cookin' in 3 easy steps
Set the Temperature
Set the temp just like you would your kitchen oven, using the digital controller. After that, you can monitor your cooks from the grill or your phone via the Traeger app.
Load the Grill
Once your grill is preheated, load what you’re craving and close the lid to let the wood-fired convection do its thing.
Let Traeger Do the Rest
Then get back to the party—no babysitting or hovering over a hot grill, the Traeger App will alert you when it’s time to eat.
WESTWOOD™ ASSEMBLY GUIDES
Assembling your Westwood™ is simple with the help of a buddy, a six‑pack, and our expert guidance. These videos take you through every step from the box to the burn.
WESTWOOD™ CLEANING GUIDE
Time to get into the nitty‑gritty of keeping your Westwood™ in top shape for perfect grilling, every cook. This video covers all the steps and best practices you’ll need.
HOW TO USE THE CONTROLLER
Your Westwood™ is ready to roll, but before you fire it up, there are a few essentials to go over. This video gives you all the know‑how you need to grill like a Westwood™ pro.
WESTWOOD™ OWNER’S MANUAL
Access a digital copy of your Westwood™ manual to have on hand whenever you need it.
FAQS
Commonly asked questions about our exclusive lineup of wood pellet grills.
Every Traeger Wood Pellet Grill pulls double duty as both a smoker and a grill. The only real difference is the temperature: under 250°F for smoking, 300°F+ for baking, and 400°F+ for grilling.
Using hardwood pellets is simple: buy them wherever it’s convenient—online, at grocery stores, or at home‑improvement stores. Then, just open the hopper, pour them in, and you’re ready to cook. You can experiment with different pellet flavors or stick to all‑purpose blends like Signature. Depending on the weather and your cooking temperature, one bag typically lasts 10–40 hours. Learn More
“Anything!” That isn’t super helpful, right? But it’s true—Traegers handle everything from easy weeknight burgers, baked pizza, grilled chicken breasts, ribs, and wings to showstoppers like prime rib, brisket, and tomahawk steaks. They’re incredibly simple to use, too. After a couple of basic cooks (we suggest starting with the Chicken Challenge), you’ll see just how versatile your grill really is.
Using a Traeger is as simple as using an oven. Set your temperature with the dial and let it preheat. Once it’s ready, add your food, plug in the included wired probe, close the lid, and track everything from the app. Unlike other grills, you’re not stuck babysitting—you can head inside, do the dishes, hang with guests, or catch the game while dinner cooks outside.
Yes. Depending on the weather and the temperature you set, your Traeger usually heats up about as fast as an oven. Once it’s ready, put your food on, and those hot‑and‑fast meals will cook quickly—our favorite burger recipe just needs 7 minutes per side. And you don’t need to hover. Head inside, then check on your food as often as you would if it were in the oven.
A Traeger is like a gas grill in all the best ways—you cook outdoors, make great food, and feed a crowd. But it stands apart in three big ways:
- Flavor: 92% of Traeger Wood Pellet Grill owners say their food tastes better than what they cooked on gas or charcoal.*
- Versatility: Lower temps and hands‑off cooking open up recipes you can’t—or shouldn’t—make on a gas grill, like brisket, smoked meats and mac' and cheese.
- Ease: Just place your meal on the grill and let the Traeger app tell you when it’s done. No hovering over a hot grill, guessing whether your chicken is fully cooked.
*Based on a March 2025 survey of 182 Traeger grill owners.