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OWNER’S MANUAL

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS

AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL

TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR

PROPERTY DAMAGE.

Heavy-Duty Charcoal/Wood Smoker Grill

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Summary of Contents for Vertical Smoker Charcoal/Wood

Page 1: ...D OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE Heavy Duty Charcoal Wood Smoker Grill OM_810 5500 0_VertSmoker qxd 11 18 02 5 51 PM Page 1 ...

Page 2: ...r s warnings and instructions on the charcoal lighting fluid and charcoal prior to the use of their product Store charcoal lighting fluid safely away from smoker When using charcoal lighting fluid allow charcoal to burn with smoker box door open until covered with a light ash approximately 20 minutes This will allow charcoal lighting fluid to burn off Failure to do this could trap fumes from charc...

Page 3: ...laced a safe distance from all structures and combustible and flammable materials With a garden hose completely wet the surface beneath and around smoker to extinguish any ashes coals or embers which may have fallen during the cooking or cleaning process After each use and the smoker has cooled completely clean the smoker thoroughly and reapply a light coat of oil to interior to prevent rusting Co...

Page 4: ...EMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR SMOKER FOR MISSING PARTS PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1 800 527 0717 Proof of purchase will be required Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged 3 We recommend two people work together when assembling this unit The following tool is required to assemble this Vertical Smoker Adjustable Wrench 1 2 3...

Page 5: ...r and insert the cotter pin to secure WARNING Use caution when lifting or moving smoker to prevent strains and back injuries Moving smoker may require the help of an additional person NOTE With the help of a friend turn the smoker box with legs upside down Make sure door is securely latched to avoid injury Step 2 Attach a locking caster to the bottom of each leg Screw into holes and tighten with a...

Page 6: ...rcoal pan into the charcoal pan bracket Place the charcoal pan bracket onto the bottom shelves of the smoker box NOTE Charcoal pan has a small hole in the center of the pan Step 5 Place the water pan into the water pan bracket Place the water pan bracket onto the shelves above the charcoal pan Step 6 Place the cooking grills onto the three upper smoker box shelves Cooking Grill Cooking Grill Cooki...

Page 7: ...6 Step 7 Place chimney over opening on top of smoker box 300 00 00 00 0 400 500 600 700 Vertical Smoker assembled 300 00 00 00 0 400 500 600 700 OM_810 5500 0_VertSmoker qxd 11 18 02 5 51 PM Page 7 ...

Page 8: ...rcoal wood mixture as fuel in the Vertical Smoker see Adding Charcoal Wood During Cooking section of this manual WARNING Never use charcoal that has been pre treated with lighter fluid Use only a high grade plain charcoal or charcoal wood mixture If using a Charcoal Chimney Starter follow all manufacturer s warnings and instructions regarding the use of their product You will need to remove the lo...

Page 9: ... is opened Step 5 With coals burning strong close the smoker box door Allow the charcoal to burn uninterrupted for 2 hours Step 6 Increase the temperature on the heat indicator This can be achieved by adding more charcoal and or charcoal wood mixture see Adding Charcoal Wood During Cooking section of this manual Maintain the fire for 1 hour then allow unit to cool completely NOTE It is important t...

Page 10: ...ighting charcoal Follow all manufacturer s warnings and instructions regarding the use of their product Place 5 to 6 pounds of charcoal on charcoal pan Step 2 Saturate charcoal with lighting fluid With smoker box door open wait 2 to 3 minutes to allow lighting fluid to soak into charcoal Store charcoal lighting fluid safely away from the smoker Step 3 With smoker box door open stand back and caref...

Page 11: ...ter will evaporate and grease in water pan can catch on fire Step 9 The ideal smoking temperature is between 175 F and 250 F For large cuts of meat allow approximately one hour of cooking time per pound of meat Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is fully cooked before removing from smoker Step 10 Allow smoker to cool completely then follow instructions in the After Use Safety and Proper ...

Page 12: ...r milder smoke flavor Additional flavoring wood should not have to be added during the cooking process However it may be necessary when cooking very large pieces of food Follow instructions and cautions in the Adding Charcoal Wood During Cooking section of this manual to avoid injury while adding wood Flavoring Wood 11 Regulating Heat To maintain or increase temperature more wood and or charcoal m...

Page 13: ...ep 4 Carefully slide water pan bracket in completely close smoker box door and allow food to continue cooking Adding Water During Cooking Additional charcoal and or wood may be required to maintain or increase cooking temperature WARNING Use caution since flames can flare up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire When opening the door keep hands face and body a safe distance from hot s...

Page 14: ...ker periodically throughout the year to protect against excessive rust To protect your smoker from excessive rust the unit must be properly cured and covered at all times when not in use A smoker cover may be ordered directly from Brinkmann by calling 1 800 468 5252 Wash cooking grills and water pan with hot soapy water rinse well and dry Lightly coat grills with vegetable oil or vegetable oil spr...

Page 15: ...RDER DIRECT BY CALLING 1 800 468 5252 Smoker Basket The unique basket weave prevents food from falling through the grill while allowing smoke steam and heat to flow into the food Great for fish shrimp vegetables and hors d oeuvres Also provides a convenient method for lifting food in and out of the smoker Great for large cuts of meat such as turkeys and roasts Model 812 3333 0 Stainless Steel Wood...

Page 16: ...e Department at 1 800 527 0717 A receipt will be required The Brinkmann Corporation will not be responsible for any smokers forwarded to us without prior authorization Vertical Smoker must be returned to the original place of purchase for replacement of the unit EXCEPT AS ABOVE STATED THE BRINKMANN CORPORATION MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FO...

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