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SKU 90898
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INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING
1.
WARNING! Make sure the Thermostat (1) of the Smoker Oven is in its
“OFF” position and that the unit is unplugged from its electrical outlet before
performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
2.
BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general condition of the Smoker Oven. Check
for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken
parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe
operation. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected
before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.
Smoking Tips
1. Do not preheat the Smoker Oven
2. Season and/or marinate your meat/poultry to give it different distinct flavors.
3. Use a meat thermometer to determine the internal temperature of smoked products.
(see an appropriate cookbook (not included).
4. You may use the Smoker Oven without wood, as a slow roasting oven.
Recommended Cooking Times:
Chickens - Smoke/cook @ 225 degrees for 3-4 hours.
Ribs - Smoke/cook @ 225 degrees for 3-4 hours.
Brisket - Smoke/cook @ 180 degrees for 12-14 hours (with fat untrimmed).
Note: The Smoker Oven must be kept clean. Grease should be removed regularly to
prevent build up that will result in strongly coating the walls. Do not attempt to restore
the oven walls to a “like new” state after each use. Do not use detergent, chemical
cleaners or oven cleaners. Caustic oven cleaners may damage the heating element.
After each load:
1. Disconnect from the power supply and allow the unit to thorougly cool.
2. Remove the Grills (5,5a) and scrape and wash with soap and water (they are dish-
washer safe).
3. Making sure it is completely cool, remove the Wood Box (6) and brush it off and wipe
it clean.
4. Brush any wood remnants off of the Heater (8) and onto the foil on the bottom.
5. Remove the foil and discard.
6. Remove all grease from the interior oven using paper towels or cloth.
7. Empty drip pans and clean.
8. Check that the drain hole on the bottom of the oven is clear of any obstructions.
9. Replace new foil on top of the Wood Box (6) and on the bottom of the oven. Make
sure to cut a hole in the foil on the bottom of the unit so that the drain hole is unob-
structed.
10. Replace the Grills (5, 5a) and the Wood Box (60.
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