Charmate CM160-028, Instructions Manual

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GETTING STARTED
IMPORTANT
You must OPEN the lid during both the “Start-Up”
and “Shut Down” cycles.
The following is a list of important tips that will help you
get great results every time:
ENVIRONMENT
Weather conditions play a big part in the performance of
your smoker and the cooking times needed to cook your
food. Take this into consideration when cooking food in
the cooler months. The cooler the weather, the longer
it may take to reach your desired temperature. In hot
weather, it may reach the temperature a lot quicker.
SMOKER PLACEMENT
Maintain a minimum distance of 3m from overhead
construction.
For better results in windy conditions turn your smoker
away from the wind. If you are able to shelter your
grill, this will help with heat retention, temperature and
recovering heat when the lid is opened.
OPERATING THE SMOKER
Seasoning the Smoker
Before you cook on your smoker for the first time and
after the Initial Lighting Instructions are completed
(see page 12), it is recommended that the smoker be
seasoned. Begin by removing grills, baffle etc. Wipe a
thin layer of vegetable oil over the internal surface of
the main chamber. Turn the Temperature Control Knob to
“High” and run for 45 minutes. This procedure will burn
off any paint residue inside the smoker and protect it
from rust.
Pre-Heating
If you don’t preheat your smoker before placing in your
food, you will find it will take a lot longer to bring both
the smoker and the food up to the desired temperature.
Preheating allows the smoker and cooking grills to heat
up quicker and means the smoker is able to maintain
its cooking temperature once your food is placed in the
cooking area. Ignite the smoker using the Initial Lighting
Instructions (see page 12). Close the lid and set your
temperature control knob to HIGH for 10-15 minutes
depending on weather.
Lid Position
Always cook with the lid closed. Leaving the lid open
will mean you will use more fuel, the food will take
longer to cook and the temperature will be more erratic.
A closed lid also helps to create a smokier flavour. You
can slow down your cooking by propping up the lid.
Caution: In the event of a grease fire, keep the lid closed.
If it does not go out quickly, open the lid and lightly
sprinkle baking soda on the fire. Be careful not to burn
yourself. If this does not work, then carefully remove
the food, push the power button to OFF and shut the lid
until the fire is completely out. To prevent grease fires,
make sure you properly maintain your smoker and clean
regularly (see Care & Maintenance on page 16).
HOPPER CONTROL OVERVIEW
150
110
120
95
175
205
230
245
High
Off
Low
“P”SET
ACTUAL TEMP.
‘P’ SETTING
SET TEMP.
LED SCREEN
Readout
Readout
Readout
TEMPERATURE
CONTROL