Dangers & Warnings
WARNING:
DO NOT over-fire your “Pit Boss”. Improper Use Can Cause Uncontrolled Fire.
FUEL—WOOD PELLETS
YOU MUST only use
all natural wood pellets, designed for burning in pellet bbq grills. Any other type of fuel
burn in this appliance will void the warranty and safety listing.
DO NOT
use fuel labeled as having additives.
At this time of printing, there is no “Standard” for BBQ wood pellets, although most pellet mills do use the same
standards used to make “Home Heating” wood pellets. Further information on this “Standard” can be found at
www.pelletheat.org or the Pellet Fuel Institute.
Check with your local dealer on the quality of pellets in your area and for information on what can be expected from
various brands.
NOTE:
Since Dansons Inc. has no control over the quality of pellets, that you use, we assume no liability
caused by the quality of fuel used.
CREOSOTE
DO NOT
operate the appliance if the flame becomes dark and sooty or if the burn pot overfills with pellets.
Turn the unit OFF, let the appliance cool completely, and then inspect the unit. Soot or Creosote may accumulate in
the main barrel and along any air leakage or exhaust areas when the appliance is operated under incorrect conditions,
such as incorrect burn grate position, blockage of the combustion fan, failure to clean and maintain the burn area, etc.
Soot or creosote is formed when pellets are burned without the correct amount of air to fuel or incomplete combustion,
thus producing a tar like substance and other organic vapours that combine with expelled moisture. The smoke will
have a black color to it and the residue left behind on surfaces, will also be black in color.
When ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot and out of control fire, similar to a grease fire.
If creosote has formed within the unit; allow the unit to warm up at a LOW temperature, turn OFF the appliance, then
wipe out any formation with a hand towel. Creosote is similar to tar, when warmed it will become like liquid, and is
much easier to clean in this state.
CARBON MONOXIDE: “The Silent Killer”
FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES TO PREVENT THIS COLORLESS, ODORLESS GAS FROM POISONING YOU, YOUR
FAMILY OR OTHERS:
Know the symptoms of carbon monoxide poisoning: Headaches, Dizziness, Weakness, Nausea, Vomiting, Sleepiness,
and Confusion. Carbon Monoxide reduces the blood’s ability to carry oxygen. Low blood oxygen levels can result in
loss of consciousness and death.
See a doctor if you or others develop cold or flu-like symptoms while cooking or in the vicinity of the appliance. Carbon
monoxide poisoning, which can easily be mistaken for a cold or flu, is often detected to late.
Alcohol consumption and drug use increase the effects of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Carbon monoxide is especially toxic to mother and child during pregnancy, infants, the elderly, smokers, and people
with blood or circulatory system problems, such as anemia, or heart disease.
WARNING:
IF A UNCONTROLLED FIRE DOES OCCURE: CALL FIRE DEPARTMENT.
DO NOT try to move appliance. DO NOT try to smother the fire. DO NOT put water on the fire.
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CAUTION:
DO NOT use spirit, petrol, gasoline, lighter-fluid or kerosene for lighting or refreshing a fire in your grill.
CAUTION!
To prevent fingers, clothing or other objects from coming in contact with the auger, your appliance has been
equipped with a metal screen, mounted inside the hopper. This screen MUST NOT be removed unless directed by
Dansons Customer Service or Authorized service personal.
