9
Care and Maintenance
CAUTION: All care and maintenance procedures are
to be performed only while the smoker is turned off,
completely cooled and unplugged from the
electrical source.
• To clean, remove the water pan/wood chip box tray
and cooking racks from the smoker. Clean with hot,
soapy water and rinse and dry thoroughly. To make
cleaning easier, you may prefer to coat the cooking
racks lightly with a cooking oil or cooking spray
before each use.
• To clean the inside and outside of the smoker
cabinet, simply use a damp cloth. Spray washing
with a water hose is not recommended. All moisture
should be wiped away and not allowed to stay
inside or on top of the smoker.
• After the ashes are completely cool, remove
the water pan/wood chip box tray with lid and
thoroughly clean out all wood ashes and unburned
wood, and wipe the box clean of any residue.
• Frequently inspect and clean the smoker for insects
and insect nests.
• Inspect the electrical temperature controller cord
before each use to make sure it is in good condition.
• If there are signs of cuts or damage,
DO NOT use
electrical temperature controller.
• To protect your smoker from weather and other
elements, it is recommended to keep your smoker
covered when not in use and stored in a dry area.
• It is recommended that this electric smoker is
NOT be stored outside or in an area where outside
elements may have a detrimental effect on the
smoker and its operation.
• Weather-resistant covers for this smoker are
available for purchase.
Troubleshooting
Problem
Cause
Solution
Temperature
controller light arrow
does not illuminate.
1. Electrical cord not plugged
into outlet.
2. Main house fuse has been
tripped.
3. Temperature controller has
malfunctioned.
1. Check outlet connection.
2. Check house fuses.
DO NOT
operate other appliances on same
electrical circuit.
3.
DO NOT use the smoker and
contact the manufacturer.
Longer than normal
heating time.
1. Door not closed completely.
2. Temperature controller has
malfunctioned.
3. Use of extension cord.
1. Close door securely.
2.
DO NOT use the smoker and
contact the manufacturer.
3. Discontinue use of extension cord.
No smoke.
1. No wood in wood chip box.
2. Heating element not functioning.
1. Add wood to wood chip box..
2.
DO NOT use the smoker and
contact the manufacturer.
Temperature
controller light arrow
is on but the smoker
is not heating.
1. Temperature controller has
malfunctioned.
2. Heating element is not
functioning.
1.
DO NOT use the smoker and
contact the manufacturer.
2.
DO NOT use the smoker and
contact the manufacturer.
Temperature
controller does not
adjust heat.
1. Temperature controller has
malfunctioned.
1.
DO NOT use the smoker and
contact the manufacturer.
Temperature
decreases sharply
or shuts down
prematurely.
1. Temperature controller has
malfunctioned.
1.
DO NOT use the smoker and
contact the manufacturer.
