
CARE AND MAINTENANCE TO BE PERFORMED BEFORE EACH USE:
BEFORE STORING YOUR SMOKER:
• Ensure that the cylinder valve is fully closed.
• Clean all surfaces. Lightly coat the burners with cooking oil to prevent excess rusting.
• If storing the smoker indoors, disconnect the LP tank and leave the LP tank OUTDOORS.
• Place dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is not in use. Only install the type of dust cap
on the cylinder valve outlet that is provided with the cylinder valve. Other types of caps or plugs may result in
leakage of propane.
Caution:
Only perform care and maintenance procedures while smoker is off and cooled.
• Clean the water tray and cooking grids with hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. You may prefer
to coat the water tray and cooking grids lightly with cooking oil or cooking spray.
• Frequently check and clean venturi and burner for insects and insect nests. A clogged tube can lead to
fire outside smoker. Also, make sure the smoker does not have any foreign objects obstructing the flow
of combustion and ventilation air.
• 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 stand inside or
on top of the smoker.
Caution:
Never apply additional paint to the inside of the smoker.
• When an LP tank is not connected, and to help prevent dirt or other foreign particles from clogging the
regulator, hang the end of the regulator hose from the side handle using the supplied S-hook.
• During each use, inspect the flames at the burner. A good flame should be blue with a yellow tip about
1 inch in length. If flames are excessively yellow and irregular, oil residue and food deposits may be
collecting on the burner. Try cleaning the burner surface and the holes to improve the flames. Bad
Flames may also be caused by poor regulator-to-venturi attachment. Always let the smoker cool before
cleaning or checking the assembly.
• To protect your smoker from the weather, always keep your smoker covered while not in use.
• Keep the area clear of all flammable liquids and combustible materials including wood, dry plants, grass,
brush, paper and canvas.
• The smoker may be stored indoors only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed.
Good
Flame
Bad
Flame
Yellow
Blue
Burner
Burner
Valve
IMPORTANT: If you need to replace or reinstall the burner, make sure the valve tip is completely
inside the hole on the end of the burner.
Care and Maintenance
Operating Instructions
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