Cylinders are not to be exposed to
excessive temperatures or high heat.
Refer to the data plate for model
identification. Units are factory equipped
for use on only one type of fuel. These
units cannot be, and should not be used
on other types of fuels. Doing so can
cause severe damage to the unit and
the installation area and the added risk
of serious injury. Any attempt to operate
this product on fuels for which it is not
designed voids the manufacturer’s
warranty.
This unit is not to be utilized with a non-
self-contained LP-gas supply system.
The pressure regulator and hose assembly
supplied by the manufacturer with the
appliance must be used. Replacement
pressure regulators and hose assemblies
must be those specified by the appliance
manufacturer. See rating sticker on side of
appliance for regulator model number.
The regulator/hose assembly should
be handled carefully to prevent
contamination by foreign objects and
dirt. The assembly should be inspected
before use and any dirt or contamination
should be wiped off. In order to insure
proper operation, any replacement of the
regulator assembly must be with parts
authorized by manufacturer.
Valve/pressure regulators are factory set
to the correct operating pressures. No
attempts should be made to adjust these
settings.
Checking for Leaks
After all connections are completed,
check all connections and fittings for
leaks with a soap solution.
With all valves closed, apply the leak
check solution (50/50 mix of dish washing
soap detergent and water) to all gas
carrying connections and fittings.
Open tank valve.
Presence of bubbles at areas of wet
solution indicates a gas leak. If leaks are
detected or you smell or hear gas, shut
off the valve and repair the leak or replace
the defective part. Do not use the smoker
until all leaks are corrected.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Pre-Use Procedures
Before you cook food in your smoker,
it is important to “season” your smoker.
Seasoning seals the paint and interior
of your smoker to enhance flavoring,
durability and overall performance. This is
also referred to as the “break-in” process. If
your smoker requires any touch-up paint
on the inside of the cabinet, the only
time you should apply paint to the inside
is before the seasoning process. Paint
should not be applied to the interior of
your smoker after your smoker has been
used. Paint toxins may contaminate your
food. Use only high temp paint.
To season your smoker, simply use it as
you normally would; only do not cook
any food. You will need to follow all of
the operating procedures in the next few
sections of this manual.
Using your desired flavoring woods and
marinades, burn your smoker at low
temperature (around 175°F) for 45-60
minutes. Let the smoker cool, and clean
out the used water and wood.
Once seasoning is complete, your
smoker’s interior will have a durable,
seasoned coating.
Adding Water
To add water before cooking, simply
remove the water tray and fill it with
water up to 1” below the rim. Then
replace the tray to the bottom of the rack.
To add water while the smoker is hot, DO
NOT pull the water tray out beyond the
rack.
Adding Wood/Charcoal
To add wood chips before cooking,
simply fill the wood chip tray with your
favorite choice of flavoring hardwood
chips. The amount and type of wood you
use is entirely up to you. One full tray
is typically enough for several hours of
smoking. Once the box is filled, set the
tray in the smoker.
To add wood chips while cooking, we
recommend using tongs or long handled
pliers to place the pieces into the wood
chip tray without removing the tray. It is
not recommended to remove the wood
chip tray while the smoker is in operation.
CAUTION:
The wood chip tray gets
very hot. Avoid handling while in use.
Always wear protective oven mitts or
heat resistant gloves when handling hot
components.
Lighting Procedures
1. Check all connections for leaks using
the “soapy water” test.
2. Open the smoker cabinet door.
3. Check for any blockage to the venturi
tube or burner. Remove any foreign
objects or matter.
4. Be sure the burner control knob is in
the “OFF” position.
5. Open the LP cylinder valve ONLY 1-1/2
turns by turning counter-clockwise.
6. Turn the burner control knob slowly
counter-clockwise to the high setting.
The ignitor should spark and ignite the
burner.
7. You should see a small spark and hear
the ignitor click. If the burner doesn’t
light, turn the control knob off then
repeat the above steps again.
8. Once the burner is lit, then close the
door to allow heat to accumulate. The
dampers can then be adjusted to the
desired setting to allow proper air flow
and combustion. Damper adjustment tips
are listed on the next page.
Match Lighting
1. Repeat steps 1 thru 5 of the Lighting
Procedures above.
2. Remove the Wood chip tray from inside
the smoker.
3. Light Paper Match
4. Turn the control knob to the “low”
position and immediately place lit match
next to the edge of the burner.
