CFM Corporation 3405BG User Manual

Assembly and

Owner’s Manual

Gas Smoker

Models:
3005G 3405GT
3405BG 3405GW
3405BGW 3605G
3405G

ASSEMBLER / INSTALLER:

Leave these instructions with the consumer.

CONSUMER / USER:

This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly
and safe use of the appliance. Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assem­bling and using the appliance. Follow all warnings and instructions when using the appli­ance. Keep this manual for future reference.

DANGER

If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. Open door.

4. If odor continues, keep away from the
appliance and immediately call your
fire department.

Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire, explosion or burn hazard, which

could cause propery damage, personal injury or death.

DANGER

1. Never operate this appliance unattended.

2. Never operate this appliance within 10
feet (3.05m) of any other gas cylinder.

3. Never operate this appliance within 25
feet (7.5m) of any flammable liquid.

AZ002047 1/08 Rev. 4

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS!

YOUR SAFETY IS VERY IMPORTANT - FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER PROCEDURES AND

SAFEGUARDS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

WARNING

DO NOT use this smoker in a manner other than its intended purpose. It is not intended for commercial use.
It is NOT intended to be installed or used in or on a recreational vehicle and/or boats. The smoker is not to
be used as a heater.

Keep a fire extinguisher accessible at all times.

The use of alcohol, prescription or nonprescription drugs may impair the user’s ability to properly assemble
or safely operate the smoker.

This smoker is for outdoor use only, in a well-ventilated area. DO NOT operate the smoker indoors, in a
garage, or in any other enclosed area or under overhead construction.

Use caution when assembling and operating the smoker to avoid cuts and scrapes from rough or sharp
edges.

Use caution when lifting and moving the smoker to avoid strains or back injury. 2 people are recommended
to lift or move the smoker. DO NOT move the smoker while it is in use.

DO NOT operate the smoker near or under flammable or combustible materials such as decks, porches, or
carports. A minimum clearance of 36 inches (92 cm) is recommended. DO NOT operate the smoker under
overhead construction.

Operate the smoker only on stable, level, non-flammable surface such as asphalt, concrete or solid ground.
DO NOT operate the smoker on flammable material such as carpet or a wood deck.

DO NOT store the smoker near gasoline or other combustible liquids or where combustible vapors may be
present.

DO NOT store or operate this smoker in an area accessible to children or pets. Store the smoker in a dry,
protected location.

DO NOT leave the smoker unattended while in use. Operate the smoker with close supervision.

DO NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around the smoker during or following use until it has cooled. It is
hot during operation and remains hot for a period of time following use.

DO NOT leave hot ashes unattended until the smoker cools completely.

DO NOT move the smoker while it is in use. Allow the smoker to cool completely before moving or storing.

This smoker becomes extremely hot - allow the smoker to cool completely before handling. If you must
handle the smoker while it is hot, ALWAYS wear protective oven mitts or heat resistant gloves when han­dling the smoker or the components.

NEVER use gasoline or other highly volatile fluids as a starter. They can explode.

The water bowl and wood chip box should not be moved while the smoker is operating or until the smoker
has cooled sufficiently. These contain hot ashes and liquids that my cause serious injury. If you must move
these components, ALWAYS wear protective oven mitts or heat resistant gloves.

Dispose of cold ashes by wrapping them in heavy duty aluminum foil and putting them in a noncombustible
container. Be sure there are not other combustible materials in or near the container.

If you must dispose of the ashes in less time than it takes for them to completely cool, remove the ashes
from the smoker, keeping them in heavy duty foil, and soak them completely with water before disposing of
them in a noncombustible container.

DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion air and/or ventilation air for the smoker.

Continued...

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WARNING

Use caution when operating the door of the smoker while in operation. Keep hands, face and body safe from
hot steam or flare-ups. Protect your nose and mouth from smoker inhalation.

DO NOT wear loose clothing while operating the smoker. Tie back long hair while operating the smoker.
ALWAYS wear fully-covering shoes while operating the smoker.

Allow the smoker and its components to cool completely before conducting any routine cleaning or mainte­nance.

NEVER use glassware, plastic or ceramic cookware on or in your smoker.

NEVER operate the smoker without water in the water bowl. NEVER allow the water to completely evapo­rate. Check the water level at least every 2 hours. A sizzling sound may indicate a low water level. Follow
instructions in this manual for adding water while operating.

When using flavoring wood, add a sufficient amount prior to operation to avoid having to add wood while
operating. Adding while operating may splash hot water and cause serious injury.

Use of accessories not intended for this smoker is not recommended and may lead to injury or property
damage.

An LP cylinder not connected for use should not be stored in the vicinity of the smoker or any other appli­ance. DO NOT store spare LP cylinders within 10 feet of the smoker. LP cylinder must be stored outdoors,
out of reach of children. DO NOT store lP cylinders in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.

DO NOT store LP gas cylinders inside or on top of the smoker. Improper storage of cylinders could lead to
explosion, fire and/or personal injury. Cylinders are to be stored outdoors, out of reach of children and must
not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.

While the smoker is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder.

LP Gases are heavier than air, tend to pool and collect in low-lying areas, are easily ignited and are highly
flammable. Proper care and caution should be employed when dealing with any such fuels.

The smoker should be shut off and all supply valves (on piping or on fuel cylinders) should be closed in the
event that the odor of unburned gas is detected. Do not attempt to use the unit until any gas leaks are fixed
and/or the source of the unburned gas odor is accounted for.

Do not use the smoker if the burner fails to light or fails to remain it. Under such conditions, gas should be
shut off and fuel cylinder should be disconnected.

Use under high wind conditions that result in poor burner operation
such as blowing out and flaring should be avoided. If repositioning
the unit does not improve operation under such wind conditions, the
unit should be shut off.

All installations are to conform to local codes. In the absence of local
codes, installation should conform to the National Fuel Gas Code,
ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54.

The smoker should be installed with the hose regulator assembly ex­tended at full length of the hose directly (24” [61 cm] maximum) away
from the burner. When so configured, placement results in maximum
tank to smoker distance. When the smoke is operated, the hose/reg­ulator and gas tank should be on a line perpendicular to wind direc­tion. Placing tank closer than 24” (61 cm) to the smoker can overheat
the tank and cause release of propane through relief openings and
can result in tank fire or explosion.

USE CAUTION AND COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, WARNINGS AND SAFEGUARDS BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND

OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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Assembly Step 1 - Identifying the parts

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6

4

5

1

3

9

8

7

11

10

14

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Check your contents for these parts. If you are missing any parts, or if any parts are damaged, please call our

toll-free customer service line to order parts.

DO NOT RETURN YOUR SMOKER TO THE RETAILER - CALL US FIRST!

1-800-668-5323

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Identifying the parts - Continued

Check your contents for these parts. If you are missing any parts, or if any parts are damaged, please call our

toll-free customer service line to order parts.

DO NOT RETURN YOUR SMOKER TO THE RETAILER - CALL US FIRST!

1-800-668-5323

Ref. Qty. Description 3005G 3405G/GT 3405GW 3605G 3405BG 3405BGW

1. 1 Cabinet Assembly AZ002018 AZ002026 AZ002026 AZ002034 AZ002040 AZ002040
1a. 1 Cabinet AZ002019 AZ002027 AZ002027 AZ002035 AZ002041 AZ002041
1b. 2 Hinge AZ002003 AZ002003 AZ002003 AZ002003 AZ002003 AZ002003
1c. 1 Door Panel AZ002021 AZ002029 AZ002029 AZ002037 AZ002043 AZ002043
1d. 2 Wire Rack Track AZ002022 AZ002030 AZ002030 AZ002030 AZ002044 AZ002044

2. 2 Cooking Rack AZ002023 -- -- -- -- -­ 3 Cooking Rack -- AZ002031 AZ002031 AZ002031 AZ002045 AZ002045

3. 1 Water Pan AZ002024 AZ002024 AZ002024 AZ002024 AZ002045 AZ002045

4. 1 Heat Indicator/ AZ002008 AZ002008 AZ002008 AZ002008 AZ002008 AZ002008
Nameplate

5. 1 Air Damper AZ001146 AZ001146 AZ001146 AZ001146 AZ001146 AZ001146

6. 1 Door Handle Kit AZ002009 AZ002009 AZ002009 AZ002009 AZ002009 AZ002009

7. 1 Wood Box Stand AZ002010 AZ002010 AZ002010 AZ002010 AZ002010 AZ002010

8. 1 Wood Chip Box AZ002011 AZ002011 AZ002011 AZ002011 AZ002011 AZ002011

9. 1 Wood Chip Box Lid AZ002012 AZ002012 AZ002012 AZ002012 AZ002012 AZ002012

10. 1 Burner Assembly AZ002013 AZ002013 AZ002013 AZ002038 AZ002038 AZ002038

11. 1 Control Panel Assy AZ002025 AZ002025 AZ002047 AZ002039 AZ002046 AZ002048
11a. 1 Control Knob AZ002015 AZ002015 AZ002015 AZ002015 AZ002015 AZ002015
11b. 1 Rotary Ignitor -- -- AZ002032 -- -- AZ002032
1 Push Button Ignitor AZ002016 AZ002016 -- AZ002016 AZ002016 -­ 11c. 1 Rotary Ignitor Knob -- -- AZ002033 -- -- AZ002032

12. 2 Carry Handle AZ001109 AZ001109 AZ001109 AZ001109 AZ001109 AZ001109

13. 3 Standard Leg AZ001103 AZ001103 AZ001103 AZ001103 AZ001103 AZ001103

14. 1 Leg w/Hole AZ001104 AZ001104 AZ001104 AZ001104 AZ001104 AZ001104
n/a 1 Master Hardware Pack AZ002017 AZ002017 AZ002017 AZ002017 AZ002017 AZ002017
n/a 1 Steak Hook -- V500-5528 -- -- -- --

(Model 3405GT)
n/a 1 Smoker Cover -- J303-0016 -- -- -- --

(Model 3405GT)

LP tank and flavoring wood not included.

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Assembly Step 2

Locate these parts:

Cabinet
Assembly

4 Legs

Hardware:

1/4-20 x 5/8” Bolts
16 Required

1. Set the cabinet assembly top side
down. Be sure to remove all loose
inner packages. To prevent scratch­ing or damaging your smoker, set the
cabinet on a padded surface such as
cardboard or carpet. The top of the
cabinet has the vent holes; the bottom
has mounting holes for the legs.

2. For each leg, line up the holes and
insert the bolts. Nuts are pre-welded
to the cabinet.

IMPORTANT: The leg that contains an
extra hole on its side must be mounted at
the front in the position shown. This hole
will be used to secure the gas hose to
the leg with a zip tie.

3. DO NOT yet insert the two (2) bolts
in the locations indicated. These two
bolts will be used in the next assembly
step.

Hardware Bag

Leg with
Extra Hole

Tools needed:

Phillips head
screwdriver

A

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Assembly Step 3

Locate these parts:

Control Panel
Assembly

Hardware:

1/4-20 x 5/8” Bolts
(2 remaining from previous step)

1. Place the control panel assembly between
the front legs as shown. There are slots on
the control panel that fit around the legs. The
mounting tabs fit to the inside of the legs and
line up with the bolt holes.

2. Be sure all the tabs on the back
side of the control panel are cap­tured around the legs as shown
below.

3. Insert the two (2) remaining bolts
and tighten them securely .

Hardware Bag

Tools needed:

Phillips head
screwdriver

A

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Assembly Step 4

Locate these parts:

Burner Assembly

Hardware:

1/4-20 x 1/2” Bolts
3 required

1. Set the burner assembly onto the cabinet as shown. IMPORTANT:
The burner tube must slide properly onto the valve stem as shown
below.

2. Secure the burner assembly with the three (3) bolts from
inside the cabinet. Securely tighten the bolts.

3. Attach the loose ignitor wire to the ignitor on the control
panel as shown.

Hardware Bag

B

Tools needed:

Phillips head
screwdriver

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Assembly Step 5

Locate these parts:

Damper Plate

Hardware:

10-24 Nuts
1 required

1. Turn the smoker upright.

2. Set the damper plate on top of the cabinet and align it
with the corresponding “butterfly” holes. One of the tabs
will seat inside one of the holes.

10-24 Lock Washers
1 required

Hardware Bag

10-24 x 5/8” Bolt
1 required

Tools needed:

Phillips head
screwdriver

C

1/2” Wrench

3. Insert a bolt from the top through the center hole.

4. From inside, place a lock washer and nut on the bolt.

5. Thread the nut just tight enough to keep the damper
plate snug. It should be able to rotate with little resis­tance.

Bolt

Damper Plate

Cabinet Panel

Lock Washer

Nut

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Assembly Step 6

Locate these parts:

2 Carry Handles

Hardware:

1/4-20 Nuts
8 required

1. Align the carry handle with the corresponding
holes on the side of the cabinet. The handles
must be positioned upright with the bolt holes on
the bottom.

2. Insert the bolts from the outside and thread the
lock washers and nuts from inside the cabinet.

3. Firmly tighten the nuts.

4. Complete steps for both sides of the cabinet as
sembly.

1/4 Lock Washers
8 required

1/4-20 x 5/8” Bolt
8 required

Hardware Bag

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Tools needed:

Phillips head
screwdriver

D

1/2” Wrench

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Assembly Step 7

Locate these parts:

Wood Chip Box
and Lid

Wood Box Rack

No tools or hardware are required for this step.

1. Insert the wood box rack into the bottom of the smoker.

2. Set the wood chip box onto the rack. Make sure it is
seated properly and securely in the center of the rack.

3. Place the lid on the wood chip box.

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Locate these parts:

Assembly Step 8

Water Pan

No tools or hardware are required for this step.

1. Slide the water pan into the bottom rack position.

2. Insert the cooking grids into any of the remaining rack po
sitions as desired. For best access, the grid wires should
run front to back.

Cooking Grids

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Assembly Step 9

3 4

Locate these parts:

Door Handle Kit

Handle Spring
Handle Washer

Hardware Bag

Mounting
Bracket

1/4-20 x 3/8” Bolts
1/4-20 Lock Washers
(2 ea)

1

1. Slide the handle washer onto the end of the door
handle, followed by the handle spring.

2. Feed the door handle into the hole through the
front of the door panel.

3. From the back side of the door panel, insert the
mounting bracket over the end of the handle.

4. With lock washers placed on the bolts, insert the
bolts through the mounting plate, into the pre­threaded mounts and firmly tighten the bolts.

E

Tools needed:

Phillips head
screwdriver

2

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Assembly Step 10

Locate these parts:

Nameplate w/Heat
Indicator

Hardware Bag

2 Push Nuts

No tools are required for this step.

1. Insert the nameplate mounts and heat indicator prong through
the mounting holes in the front of the door panel.

2. From the inside of the door panel, securely attach the push
nuts to the nameplate mounts.

F

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Assembly Step 11

Locate these parts:

Zip Tie

Using the zip tie, secure the hose to the front
leg as shown. Do not pull the zip tie tight ­leave it just loose enough so the hose can be
adjusted if needed.

Tying the hose to the leg helps prevent the
hose from coming into contact with the hot
burner chamber. Inspect the installation
underneath the smoker to ensure the hose is
not rubbing any position of the burner cham­ber.

S-Hook

Hardware Bag

G

Tools needed:

Pliers

Crimp

OR

1. Place one end of the S-hook around the
regulator neck or through the eyelet as
shown.

2. Using a set of pliers, crimp the S­hook securely to the HVR so it
can not be removed from the
HVR.

3. When the LP tank is not at
tached to the smoker, use the
S-hook to hang the HVR from
the carry handle on the side
of the smoker. This will help
prevent dirt and other par­ticles from plugging the end
of the HVR.

Assembly is now complete! Please follow all instructions and safeguards
on the following pages for connecting the LP tank.

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Connecting the LP Tank

WARNING

ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFEGUARDS ON THIS PAGE MUST BE

FOLLOWED TO PREVENT FIRE, DAMAGE AND / OR INJURY.

1. The knob on the LP tank must be closed. See that the knob is turned
clockwise to full stop.

2. Check that the control knob on the smoker is turned off.

3. Remove the protective cap from the LP tank valve and coupling nut, if
present.

4. Hold the regulator in one hand and insert the nipple into the valve outlet.
Be sure the nipple is centered in the valve outlet. The coupling nut con
nects to the large outside threads on the valve outlet. Use care - do not
cross thread the connection.

5. Hand tighten the coupling nut clockwise until it comes to a full stop.
Firmly tighten by hand only. Do not use tools.

CAUTION: In the connection process, the HVR side of the connection will
seal on the back check in the valve resulting in a slight resistance. The
connection requires about one-half to three-quarters additional turn to com­plete the connection.

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Any fuel supply cylinder used must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for
propane cylinder of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) CFR 49, or CAN/CSA B339. The ap­pliance is to be used only with 20 pound, vertical standing vapor withdrawal type tank.

(A) Do not store tanks under or near the smoker.

(B) Never fill tanks more than 80% full.

If instructions A and B above are not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may
occur.

This smoker is designed to operate LP (Liquefied Propane) gas only.

The 20 lb. LP cylinder used with this smoker must conform to the following requirements.
Diameter 12” (30.5 cm)
Height 18” (45.7 cm)
With a maximum capacity of 20 pounds

The gas cylinder used must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve. The cylinder supply system must
be arranged for vapor withdrawal.

The instructions stated on gas cylinder tanks have to be followed when filling or transporting
tanks. Failure to do so could result in problems to overfilling, excessive venting release of gas
and to regulator freezing.

Do not allow dirt or foreign material to get into or onto the tank connection when it is not attached to the fuel
supply system. Use the protective cap provided.

Cylinder must be filled before initial use. All handling, transport, fillng and storage of LP gas cylinders must
be in accordance with NFPA 58 Storage and Handling of Liquid Petroleum Gasses, or CAN/CGA B149.2
Propane Installation Code. Cylinder must be suitably tied down during transportation. Do not place any
other tiems on top of cylinders at any time. Cylinders are not to be exposed to excessive temperature or
high heat.

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Connecting the LP Tank - Continued

WARNING

ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFEGUARDS ON THIS PAGE MUST BE

FOLLOWED TO PREVENT FIRE, DAMAGE AND / OR INJURY.

If there is a question on the identity of your unit and of the type of fuel to be used, please look on
the data plate. Units are factory equipped for use on only one type of fuel. These units cannot be,
and should not be used on other types of fuels. Doing so can cause severe damage to the unit and
the installation area and the added risk of serious injury. Any attempt to operate these smokers on
fuels for which they are not design certified voids the manufacturer’s warranty.

Gas Tank outlet must have Type 1 gas connection termination in order to mate the gas hose provided with
smoker.

The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied by the manufacturer with the appliance must be used.
Replacement pressure regulator and hose assemblies must be those specified by the appliance manufac­turer.

The regulator/hose assembly should be handled carefully to prevent contamination by foreign objects and
dirt. The assembly should be inspected before use and any dirt or contamination should be wiped off. In
order to insure proper operation, any replacement of the fuel tank regulator assembly has to be done with
parts authorized by the smoker manufacturer.

This unit is not to be utilized with a non-self-contained LP-gas supply system.

Valve/pressure regulators are factory set to the correct operating pressures. No attempts

should be made to adjust these settings!

Checking for Leaks

After all connections are completed, check all connections and fittings for leaks with a soap solution.

With all valves closed, apply the leak check solution (50/50 mix of liquid soap and water) to all gas car­rying connections and fittings.
Open tank valve.

Presence of bubbles at areas of wet solution indicates a gas leak. If leaks are detected or you smell or
hear gas, shut off the valve and repair the leak or replace the defective part. Do not use the smoker until all
leaks are corrected.

To Disconnect the LP Tank

1. The knob on the LP tank must be closed. Check knob to ensure it is turned clockwise to a full stop.

2. Check that the control knob on the smoker is turned off.

3. To remove the coupling nut and regulator of supply hose from the LP
tank, turn the coupling nut counterclockwise until it is free of the LP tank.

4. An LP cylinder not connected for use, shall not be stored in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.

When setting up the smoker and tank, it is recommended to have the tank
and smoker on a line perpendicular to the wind direction.

The gas hose/regulator assembly should be totally extended to the maxi­mum distance so the hose is straight and the tank is as far from the smoker
as it can be.

LP tanks are intended for operation in the upright position only.

Care should be taken to protect the fuel supply hose from damage from
either foot or vehicle traffic.

If the appliance is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply cylin­der and the cylinder should be disconnected from the appliance.

Storage of the appliance indoors is only permissible if the cylinder is discon
nected and removed from the appliance.

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LP Tank Not
Included

Operating Instructions

Pre-Use Procedures

Your smoker has been packaged with a retail store leave point-of-purchase label that hangs on the front of
the door panel. The label must be removed before use. To remove the label, simply cut or tear along the
indicated line and pull the top portion of the label from behind the name plate.

Before you cook food in your smoker, it is important to “season” your smoker. Seasoning seals the paint
and interior of your smoker to enhance flavoring, durability and overall performance. This is also referred to
as the “break-in” process.

If your smoker requires any touch-up paint on the inside of the cabinet, the only time you should apply paint
to the inside is before the seasoning process. Paint should not be applied to the interior of your smoker af­ter your smoker has been used. Paint toxins may contaminate your food. However, if paint becomes neces­sary after use, see the section in this manual concerning After Use Care and Maintenance.

To season your smoker, simply use it as you normally would; only do not cook any food. You will need to
follow all of the operating procedures in the next few sections of this manual.

Using your desired flavoring woods and marinades, burn your smoker at a low temperature (around 175° F)
for 45-60 minutes. Allow the smoker to cool, and clean out the used water and wood.

Once seasoning is complete, your smoker’s interior will have a durable, seasoned coating.

Adding Water

To add water before cooking, simply remove the water bowl and fill it with water up to 1” (25 mm) below the
rim. Then replace the bowl to the bottom rack.

To add water while the smoker is hot, DO NOT pull the water bowl out beyond the rack.

Cooking Tip:

☞ Line the water bowl with aluminum foil before

each use. This will make it easier to clean and
help your water bowl last longer.

☞ To make adding water easier and safer, use a

clean watering can with a long spout.

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Adding Wood / Charcoal

To add wood chips before cooking, simply fill the wood
chip box with your choice of flavoring hardwood chips. The
amount and type of wood you use is entirely up to you.
One full box is typically enough for several hours of smok­ing. Once the box is filled, place the lid on top of the box
and set the box in the smoker.

To add wood chips while cooking, we recommend using
tongs or long handled pliers to remove the box lid and
place the pieces into the wood chip box without removing
the box. It is not recommended to remove the wood chip
box while the smoker is in operation.

CAUTION! : The wood chip box and lid get very hot.

Avoid handling them while in use. Always wear protective
oven mitts when handling hot components.

Cooking Tips - Flavoring Wood

☞ Small wood chips work best inside the wood chip box.

☞ Use dry hardwoods such as hickory, pecan, apple, cherry or

mesquite.

☞ Most fruit or nut tree woods produce excellent smoke flavor-

ing.

☞ Do not use resinous woods such as pine or plywood. These

usually produce unpleasant flavoring.

☞ Let your taste be your guide - experiment with different types

and quantities of wood chunks, chips or sticks. You can even
mix woods.

☞ To produce more smoke and prevent fast burning, pre-soak

the wood chips in a separate bowl of water for at least 20
minutes, or wrap the chips in perforated aluminum foil.

☞ Most smoke flavoring occurs within the first hour of cooking.

Adding wood chips after the first hour is typically not neces­sary unless extra smoke flavor is desired.

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Lighting Procedure
Ignitor Lighting System:

1. Check all connections for leaks using the “soapy
water” (checking for leaks) test as explained on Page

17.

2. Open the smoker cabinet door.

3. Check for any blockage to the venturi tube or burner.
Remove any foreign objects or matter.

4. Be sure the burner control knob is in the ”OFF” posi
tion.

5. Open the LP cylinder valve ONLY 1
ing counterclockwise.

6. To light unit with the rotary ignitor, push in and turn
the burner control knob counterclockwise to the high
setting.

7. Immediately rotate the ignitor knob clockwise until
you hear it click several times (you should see a
small spark jumping from the end of the electrode
rod to the side of the burner). If the burner does not
light within 3 to 5 seconds, turn the burner control
knob off and wait five minutes before repeating the
steps again. If burner still fails to light try match light­ing the smoker using the instructions noted below.

8. Once the burner is lit, close the door to allow heat to
accumulate. The dampers can then be adjusted to
the desired setting to allow proper air flow and com
bustion. Damper adjustment tips are listed on next
page.

¹⁄₂ turns by turn-

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9. If for any reason the flame is accidentally extin
guished, turn the burner control knob off and wait 5
minutes before trying to relight.

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Match Lighting:

1. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 of the Ignitor Lighting Sys­tem above.

2. Remove the wood chip box and its stand from inside
the smoker. Light a paper match and drop it into the
burner chamber, making sure it falls next to the brass
burner. Quickly turn the control knob to the light posi
tion. If the burner does not light within 4 or 5 seconds,
turn the control knob off, wait 5 minutes, and repeat
the process.

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Cooking Tip - Damper Adjustments:

☞ For better performance, rotate the smoker to where the front or back of the cabinet

is facing the wind. This allows the adjustment of the dampers to be more effective
and accurate.

☞ The dampers should never be fully closed.

☞ Opening a side damper allows more oxygen to be consumed by the fire, fueling the

flames and causing an increase in temperature.

☞ Opening the top damper helps to exhaust both the heat and smoke.

☞ The key to effective smoking is to watch the heat indicator on the door and adjust

the dampers accordingly.

☞ Temperature maintenance is best controlled by different damper adjustment configu-

rations.

Shutting the Smoker OFF

CAUTION! : The smoker can become very hot while in use. Do not touch any portion of the smoker ex-

cept for the door handle and burner control knob. It may be necessary to use protective gloves.

• Turn the burner control knob off by pushing in and rotating clockwise. The burner flame should go out.

• Turn off the LP cylinder valve by turning the knob clockwise until it stops.

• Follow all warnings and safety precautions before removing the meat from the smoker or preparing the

unit for storage. Please see Page 24 for proper storage procedures and the important warnings and
safeguards on Pages 2 and 3.

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Cooking Instructions
You Are Now Ready to Begin:

IMPORTANT: Before each use, clean and inspect the hose and the connection to the LP cylinder. If there

is evidence of abrasion, wear, cuts or leaks, the hose must be replaced before the smoker is used. Refer to
the “leak test instructions” in the LP tank connection portion of this manual.

• Fill the wood chip box with flavoring wood chips and place the box inside the smoker as instructed in the

assembly section of this manual.

• Place the water bowl inside the smoker in the lowest rack position as explained in the assembly section

of this manual. Carefully fill the water bowl with water or marinade up to 1” (25 mm) below the rim. A full
bowl will last for approximately 2-3 hours. Do not over fill or allow water to overflow from the water bowl.

• Insert or adjust the cooking grids to the desired rack positions. For better access to the food with tongs

or spatulas, be sure the grid wires run front to back as explained in the assembly section of this manual.

• You are now ready to light the burner. Refer to the Lighting Procedures on the previous pages of this

manual. The heat from the burner will allow the wood chips to burn, causing the flavoring smoke to accu­mulate. Adjust the dampers to control the heat.

• Place the food on the cooking grids in a single layer with space between each piece. This will allow

smoke and hot moisture to circulate evenly around all the food pieces.

• Smoking for 2 to 3 hours at the ideal constant cooking temperature of 225° to 250° F will get the best

results. This temperature is according to the heat indicator mounted on the front of the smoker. For more
tender and heavily smoked meat, a lower temperature may be preferred. If time is critical, a higher tem­perature range is recommended.

• Check water level periodically and add water if low. For best results and to retain heat, avoid opening

the door of the smoker while in use. When the door must be opened, only open it briefly. The smoker will
quickly resume cooking temperature after the door is closed.

• Always use a meat probe thermometer to ensure food is fully cooked before removing it from the smok-

er.

• After each use, and after the smoker is cooled, carefully remove the grease pan from the bottom of the

smoker, empty the grease and clean the grease pan.

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Temperature Chart

Here is a chart for measuring properly cooked meat temperature:

(USDA Standard)

Ground Meats & Meat Mixtures Poultry

Turkey 165° F (74° C) Chicken, whole 180° F (82° C)
Veal, Lamb 160° F (71° C) Turkey, whole 180° F (82° C)
Beef, Pork 160° F (71° C) Breasts, roast 170° F (77° C)
Thighs, wings 180° F (82° C)
Fresh Beef Duck and Goose 180° F (82° C)
Medium Rare 145° F (63° C)
Medium 160° F (71° C) Fresh Pork
Well Done 170° F (77° C) Medium 160° F (71° C)
Well Done 170° F (77° C)
Fresh Lamb
Medium Rare 145° F (63° C) Ham
Medium 160° F (71° C) Fresh (Raw) 160° F (71° C)
Well Done 170° F (77° C) Pre-cooked 140° F (60° C)

Fresh Veal Fish
Medium Rare 145° F (63° C) Cook until opaque
Medium 160° F (71° C) and flakes easily
Well Done 170° F (77° C)

NOTE:

These temperatures are measured with a meat probe thermometer. The heat indicator on the door
of the smoker is not an accurate meat temperature reading.

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After Use Safety and Maintenance

WARNING

Use caution when lifting and moving the smoker to avoid strains or back injury. 2 people are recommended
to lift or move the smoker.

DO NOT replace cover on smoker if unit is still hot.

DO NOT store the smoker near gasoline or other combustible liquids or where combustible vapors may be
present. Keep the area around the smoker clear and free of combustible material and vapors.

DO NOT store this smoker in an area accessible to children or pets. Store the smoker in a dry, protected
location.

DO NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around the smoker following use until it has cooled. It is hot dur­ing operation and remains hot for a period of time following use.

DO NOT leave hot ashes unattended until the smoker cools completely.

This smoker becomes extremely hot - allow the smoker to cool completely before handling. If you must
handle the smoker while it is hot, ALWAYS wear protective oven mitts or heat resistant gloves when handling
the smoker or its components. Allow the smoker to cool before removing and cleaning the grease pan.

Dispose of cold ashes by wrapping them in heavy duty aluminum foil and putting them in a noncombustible
container. Be sure there are no other combustible materials in or near the container.

If you must dispose of the ashes in less time than it takes for them to completely cool, remove the ashes
from the smoker, keeping them in heavy duty foil, and soak them completely with water before disposing of
them in a noncombustible container.

Care and Maintenance

CAUTION: All care and maintenance procedures are to be performed only while the smoker is turned off and cooled.

Clean the water bowl and cooking grids with hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. You may prefer to coat the water bowl and
cooking grids lightly with cooking oil or cooking spray.

Frequently check and clean the venturi and burner for insects and insect nests. A clogged tube can lead to fire outside the smoker.
Also make sure the smoker does not have any foreign objects obstructing the flow of combustion and ventilation air.

If your heat indicator seems to be out of calibration: Remove the heat indicator from the door of the smoker by loosening and
removing the mounting nut from the inside. There is a second nut mounted on the back of the heat indicator that can be turned to
adjust the heat indicator needle. Set the needle to the current outdoor ambient temperature and re-mount the heat indicator to the
door of the smoker.

To clean the inside and outside of the smoker cabinet, simply use a damp cloth. Spray-washing with a water hose is not recom
mended. All moisture should be wiped away and not allowed to stand inside or on top of the smoker. Carefully remove the grease
pan, dispose of the grease, and wash thoroughly. Once cleaned, you may prefer to lightly coat the interior of the smoker cabinet
with cooking oil or cooking spray.

If rust is present on the exterior surface of the smoker, clean it thoroughly with steel wool or emery cloth and use heavy duty, heat
resistant paint.

NEVER apply additional paint to the interior of the smoker. If rust is present on the interior of the smoker, clean thoroughly with
steel wool or emery cloth and lightly coat the area with cooking oil or cooking spray to help minimize recurring rust.

When an LP tank is not connected, and to help prevent dirt or other foreign particles from clogging the HVR, hang the end of the
HVR hose from the side handle using the supplied S-hook.

Inspect the flames at the burner by looking through the front access hole. A
good flame should be blue with a yellow tip 1” to 2” in length. If flames are
excessively yellow and irregular, oil residue and food deposits may be collect
ing on the burner. Try cleaning the burner surface and the holes to improve the
flames. Bad flames may also be caused by poor HVR-to-venturi attachment.
Always allow the smoker to cool before cleaning or checking the assembly.

To protect your smoker from weather, always keep your smoker covered when
not in use.

To obtain replacement parts or accessories, call our toll free customer service
line: 1-800-668-5323.

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Bad Flame

Yellow

Burner

Holes in Burner

Flame Check

Good flame

Blue

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Manufacturer’s Limited Warranty

The Great Outdoors® Smoky Mountain Series™ smoker is guaranteed against bro­ken or damaged parts at the time of purchase. All parts carry a 1 year limited war­ranty except the water bowl, which is guaranteed to be free of defects for 90 days.
Paint is guaranteed to be free of defects for 90 days except rust, which may appear
after repeated use.

This warranty does not cover damage or issues related to neglect, abuse or modifi­cations to the product. Repair labor is not covered.

All parts that meet the warranty requirements will be shipped at no-charge via the
discretion of the Customer Service Department (ground shipment or parcel post
ONLY). Any special handling charges (i.e. Second Day, Overnight, etc.) will be the
responsibility of the consumer.

All warranty claims apply only to the original purchaser and require a proof of pur­chase verifying purchase date. Do not return parts to our address without first ob­taining a return authorization number form our Customer Service Department. This
service is available by calling toll free:

1-800-668-5323

Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. EST

This warranty may give you specific legal rights that vary by state or province

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Statement of Commitment

Congratulations and thank you for your purchase of a Smoky Mountain Series Smoker. We
are pleased that you have recognized the value of the design, function and quality of compo­nents used in this product. We believe it is among the finest on the market.

We are committed to producing quality products that your family will enjoy for years to come.
If for any reason we have failed to meet or exceed your expectations, please allow us the op­portunity to make it right by calling us toll-free during the following hours:

Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p,m., EST.

1-800-668-5323

(It is recommended to avoid calling on Mondays when wait times may be prolonged.)

We want you to be completely satisfied with your purchase so you will agree with our motto,

“there’s nothing like...

the great outdoors.”™

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2007 CFM Corporation, Smoky Mountain Series, the Smoky Mountain Series logo and the Great Outdoors
Grill Company log is a trademark of CFM Corporation and not to be used without express permission by the
owners and managers of CFM Corporation.

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CFM Corporation

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