all the charcoal is burning (glowing red on the bottom and ashed over on the top), the chimney is lifted by its handle and the burning charcoal dumped into the grill. If some burning charcoal remains in the chimney, adding new charcoal will quickly ignite it. Cooking One can also cook directly over the chimney starter with an additional top grate. This provides high-intensity heat for fast searing. See also Charcoal lighter fluid, another fire starting aid Electric charcoal starter References External links Tools Charcoal Barbecue