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NOTE:
Depending on the weather, a full pan of charcoal will burn for
5-6 hours.
Step 5
Replace the water pan bracket and water pan.
WARNING:
To avoid overturning/spilling pan of hot liquid, never pull water
pan bracket out more than 4”. Refer to the illustration in “Adding
Water During Cooking” section of this manual.
Step 6
Carefully fill the water pan with warm water or marinade to 1“ below the
rim. A full pan holds 4 quarts / 1 gallon of water and will last
2-3 hours. Do not overfill and allow water to overflow from water pan.
Step 7
Place food on the cooking grills in a single layer with space between each
piece. This will allow smoke and moist heat to circulate evenly around all
pieces. Close smoker box door.
Step 8
After 2-3 hours of cooking, check water and charcoal levels by following
instructions in the “Adding Water During Cooking and Adding
Charcoal/Wood During Cooking“ sections of this manual.
WARNING:
Do not allow liquid in water pan to completely evaporate. Always
keep water in water pan as long as coals are still burning. Water
will evaporate and grease in water pan can catch on fire.
Step 9
The ideal smoking temperature is between 175°F and 250°F. For large cuts
of meat, allow approximately one hour of cooking time per pound of meat.
Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is fully cooked before
removing from smoker.
Step 10
Allow smoker to cool completely, then follow instructions in the
“After-Use Safety” and “Proper Care & Maintenance” sections of this
manual.
Smoke Cooking Tips
During the smoking process, avoid the temptation to open smoker box
door to check food. Opening the door allows heat and smoke to escape,
making additional cooking time necessary.
Food closest to the charcoal will cook and brown faster. Rotate food
midway through the cooking cycle. If food is excessively browned or
flavored with smoke, wrap food in aluminum foil after the first few hours of
smoking. This will allow food to continue cooking without further browning
or smoke flavoring.
CAUTION:
Always use oven mitts/gloves to protect your hands. Liquid in
water pan will be extremely hot and can scald or burn. Always
allow liquid to cool completely before handling. Do not allow
liquid to completely evaporate from water pan.
1"
(2.54 cm)
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