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CAUTION
HOT SURFACES!
DO NOT
touch the Smoker Box Handle during operation.
The handle can become hot and may causes injury. If
you must touch the handle during operation - be sure to
wear adequate safety gloves to prevent injury.
How To Tell If Meat Is Cooked Thoroughly
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Meat and poultry cooked in the appliance often browns
very fast on the outside. Use only thawed meat and a
meat thermometer to be sure food has reached a safe
internal temperature, and cut into food to check for visual
signs of doneness.
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We recommend food to be at least 4.4°C before cooking
in your appliance.
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Whole poultry should reach 74° C. Juices should run
clear and flesh should not be pink.
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Beef, veal and lamb steaks, roasts and pork chops can be
cooked to 71° C.
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NEVER partially cook meat or poultry and finish cooking
later. Cook food completely to destroy harmful bacteria.
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Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper internal food
temperatures.
Food Safety
Food safety is a very important part of enjoying the outdoor
cooking experience. To keep food safe from harmful
bacteria, follow these four basic steps:
Clean:
Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces with hot soapy
water before and after handling raw meat and poultry.
Separate:
Separate raw meats and poultry from ready-to-
eat foods to avoid cross contamination. Use a clean
platter and utensils when removing cooked foods.
Cook:
Cook meat and poultry thoroughly to kill bacteria.
Use a thermometer to ensure proper internal food
temperatures.
Chill:
Refrigerate prepared foods and leftovers promptly.
Cleaning your smoker:
Excess build up of burned grease and food particles will reduce
the smoker’s cooking performance. To obtain optimum
performance:
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Clean the interior and exterior at least once a season,more
often with heavy use.
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Best results are obtained by brushing particle buildup
downward toward the bottom of smoker.
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Using a mild detergent or hot soapy water, moderately scrub
interior surfaces of the smoker with a plastic or bristle brush.
Apartment Dwellers:
Check with management to learn the requirements and
fire codes for using an electric smoker in your apartment
complex. Use only as allowed.