Yoder Smokers YS 480, Operation Instructions Manual, Page: 19 / 44

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Yoder YS 480
Startup Procedure
(When using the Yoder with the heat diffuser/drip plate in position, it is best to start
your grill 20 to 30 minutes prior to cooking. This allows the grill and cooking grates to
heat completely improving heat retention and recovery when opening the cover during
cooking.)
1. Confirm the power switch is in the “off” position.
2. Plug the female end of the cord in the receptacle on the back of the pellet hopper.
Plug the male end into a 120 volt 15-amp GFI-protected outlet. If an extension cord is
required, use a 14-gauge or heavier cord. (On startup, the Yoder will draw about three
amps of power; during cooking the draw is less than one amp.)
3. Load the hopper with “food grade” pellets. DO NOT use heating grade pellets. The
hopper will hold 20 pounds of pellets allowing five to 13 hours of cooking depending
on cooking temperatures, ambient temperatures, wind condition and whether or not
the optional thermal jacket is installed.
4. Open the cooking chamber door.
5. Remove the cooking grates and heat diffuser/drip plate.
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