Char-Broil 15202043 Product Manual

15202043

Digital Electric Smoker with SmartChef

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Digital Electric Smoker doté de SmartChef

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Digital Electric Smoker con SmartChef

Serial number | Numéro de série | Número de serie

See rating Label on grill for serial number.
Ce numéro se trouve sur l´étiquette signalétique sur

i´appareil.
El número de serie se encuentra en la etiqueta de

especificaciones de la parrilla.

Date purchased | Date d’chat | Fecha de compra

If you have questions or need assistance
during assembly, please call 1-888-430-7870.

Si vous avez des questions ou besoin d´aide
pendant l’assemblage, S’il vous plaît appelez
1-888-430-7870

Si tiene alguna pregunta o si Necesita
ayuda durante el Ensamblado, llámenos Al
1-888-430-7870

01/27/16 • 42805255

FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
POUR USAGE EN MILIEU EXTÉRIEUR UNIQUEMENT
ESTE JUEGO SÓLO SE PUEDE USAR EXTERIORS

Use only with GFI (Ground Fault Interrupter) protected circuit.
Use sólo con GFI (interruptor de fallo de tierra) del circuito protegido.
Utiliser uniquement avec GFI (Interruptor de défaut de tierra) circuit protégé.

General Safety

1. Do not touch hot surfaces with unprotected hands. Use

rear handle provided for transportation. NOTE: Rear handle
is not to be used for lifting the appliance.

2. Keep children away from smoker both when hot and cold.

3. Use long barbeque utensils for cooking.

4. Allow smoker to cool before moving, cleaning or storing.

5. Do not cook under a roof.

6. Keep smoker 36" (36 po) away from
walls and rails.

7. For outdoor household use
only. Do not use indoors or
for commercial cooking.

8. Do not use or store gasoline,
kerosene or other flammable
liquids within 20 feet of this
smoker when in use.

9. Store smoker in weather protected area
or use a cover when not in use.

10. Use only accessory attachments recommended by
manufacturer.

11. It is the responsibility of the assembler/owner to assemble,
install and maintain smoker.

12. Do not cover cooking rack with metal foil. This could lead to
overheating and damage to the appliance.

13. Use the drip tray only as instructed. Do not place it on the
cooking racks during operation.

14. Smoker box MUST be used at all times.

15. DO NOT leave old wood ashes in the smoker box. Empty
smoker box after each use.

16. Dispose of cold ashes by placing them in a metal foil wrapper,
soaking them in water overnight and discarding in a non­combustible container.

36 in

36 po

Use and Care of Your Smoker

Before first use of smoker:

• Refer to Cooking Guide for important instructions
before first use.

• Remove all packaging and sale labels from the smoker. Do not
use sharp tools to remove stickers.

• Wash cooking baskets and half racks with warm soapy water,
rinse and dry throughly.

Before each use of smoker:

• Use smoker only on a firm and level surface to prevent tipping
over. Not for use on table tops or other elevated surfaces.

• To prevent household circuit breakers from tripping, keep
electric controller dry and do not use other electrical products
on the same circuit.

• Check grease tray to make sure it is empty and is properly
installed.

• For stick-free cooking, apply a thorough coating of vegetable
oil or vegetable oil based spray to the cooking baskets and
racks.

• DO NOT cover the cooking grates with metal foil.

Turn smoker on:

• Plug power supply cord into a properly grounded, GFI
protected outlet. If extension cord must be used, refer to
“Extension Cord Use and Safety”.

• Press the Power Button. Follow instructions in Cooking Guide.

NOTE: Before cooking on your Smoker for the first time, refer to

the separate Cooking Guide on how to prepare the Smoker for
cooking. It is recommended that you season your Smoker prior

to cooking.

• Once seasoning is complete, the Smoker is ready for use. The

cooking chamber will continue to darken with use. This will inhibit
rusting along with improving the performance of the infrared
cooking system.

WARNING

Do not use 16 or 18 gauge extension cords.
Damage to household wiring and/or fire could result.

Extension Cord Use and Safety

For best smoker performance use of extension cord is not
recommended.

If you must use an extension cord for your safety:

• Use only outdoor type with 3 prong grounding plug, rated for 15
amperes or more, approved by UL, marked with a W-A and a
tag stating “Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliance”.

• Use the shortest length extension cord required. Do not connect
2 or more extension cords together. A 12 or 14 gauge extension
cord of 50 ft. or less is acceptable.

• Keep connections dry and off ground.

• Do not let cord hang over edge of table top or other items where
it can be pulled by children or tripped over.

Ground Fault Interrupter

•Since 1971 the National Electric Code (NEC) has required
Ground Fault Interrupter devices on all outdoor circuits.

•If your residence was built before 1971, check with a qualified
electrician to determine if a Ground Fault Interrupter protector

exists.

•Do not use this appliance if the circuit does not have GFI
protection.

•Do not plug this appliance into an indoor circuit.

DANGER

In case of fire, turn controller OFF by pressing the Power Button.
Unplug smoker from outlet and allow fire to burn out. Do not use
use water to put out a fire in this or another electrical appliance.

To avoid electrical shock disconnect electric cord before cleaning
your smoker.

Turn Smoker off:

• Unplug the unit from the power source.

Cleaning electrical controller

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Clean controller case by wiping with a damp cloth using a mild
detergent or hot soapy water.

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Dry electrical controller before use.

Clean digital food thermometer with a damp cloth using hot

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soapy water and wipe dry. Do not immerse or soak in water. Do
not place under running water or in a dishwasher.

Storing Your Smoker

• Clean cooking racks.

• Store in dry location.

• Cover Smoker if stored outdoors. Choose from a variety of

covers offered by the manufacturer.

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DANGER

WARNING

In case of fire, unplug smoker from outlet and allow fire to burn
out. Do not use water to put out a fire in this or another
electrical appliance.

To avoid electrical shock disconnect electric cord before
cleaning smoker. Never immerse electric controller or heating
element in any liquid.

Cleaning your smoker:

Excess build up of burned grease and food particles will reduce
the smoker’s cooking performance. To obtain optimum

performance:

• Clean the interior and exterior at least once a season,
more often with heavy use.

• Best results are obtained by brushing particle buildup
downward toward the bottom of smoker.

• Using a mild detergent or hot soapy water, moderately scrub
interior surfaces of the smoker with a plastic or bristle brush.

Clean cooking grates, water pan, meat probe, and drip pan

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regularly with warm soapy water or a baking soda and water
solution. Use non-abrasive scouring powder for stubborn
stains. If a bristle brush is used to clean any of the smoker
cooking surfaces, ensure no loose bristles remain on cooking
surfaces prior to cooking. It is not recommended to clean
cooking surfaces while smoker is hot.

Clean the smoker with a non-abrasive cleaner.

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Clean cooking grates, water pan, meat probe, and drip pan

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regularly with warm soapy water or a baking soda and water
solution. Use non-abrasive scouring powder for stubborn
stains. If a bristle brush is used to clean any of the smoker
cooking surfaces, ensure no loose bristles remain on cooking
surfaces prior to cooking. It is not recommended to clean
cooking surfaces while smoker is hot.
Clean the surface of the thermostats after each use. There

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are two thermostats located on the rear inside wall of the
smoker.
If your smoker is equipped with a window, do not use abrasive

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cleaners on the window. Use a cleaner approved for use on
ceramic glass cooktops. Window is tempered and will not
break under normal use.
For smoker box, clean frequently to remove ash build up,

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residue and dust.
Dispose of cold ashes by placing them in a metal foil wrapper,

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soaking them in water overnight and discarding in a non­combustible container.
The door seal MUST be cleaned with a damp cloth after each

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use in order to keep the seal in proper working condition.

For Safe Use of Your appliance and to Avoid Serious
Injury:

• The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription

drugs may impair the consumer's ability to properly
assemble or safely operate the appliance.

• When cooking, the appliance must be on a level, stable

surface in an area clear of combustible material.

• Keep children and pets away from the appliance at all

times.

• Do not move the appliance when in use.

• This appliance is not intended for and should never be

used as a heater.

• This appliance will be hot during and after use. Use

insulated oven mitts or gloves and long-handled
barbecue utensils for protection from hot surfaces or
splatter from cooking liquids.

• Keep appliance area clear and free from materials that

burn.

• Keep appliance area clear and free from combustible

materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and
liquids.

• Use only in well-ventilated space.appliance

WARNING

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65

1. Combustible by-products produced when using
this product contains chemicals known to the State
of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or
other reproductive harm.

2. This product contains chemicals, including lead
and lead compounds, known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects or
other reproductive harm.

Wash your hands after handling this product.

Apartment Dwellers:

Check with management to learn the requirements
and fire codes for using an electric smoker in your
apartment complex. Use only as allowed.

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WARNING

•Failure to follow all manufacturer’s instructions could result
in serious personal injury and/or property damage.

•Use care when operating your smoker.

•Read and follow all the information and safeguards in this

product guide before attempting to assemble or operating
this smoker.

CAUTION

Do not use sharp or pointed tools to clean smoker.
Do not use abrasive oven cleaners, steel wool or metal brushes

to clean porcelain grates or smoker body. They will damage the
finish.

Replace damaged part(s) only with Char-Broil certified
replacement parts. Do not attempt to repair damaged parts.

Safety Tips

Ÿ If you have an appliance problem see the "Troubleshooting

Section".

Ÿ Clean smoker often, preferably after each cookout. If a bristle

brush is used to clean any of the smoker cooking surfaces,
ensure no loose bristles remain on cooking surfaces prior to
cooking. It is not recommended to clean cooking surfaces while
smoker is hot.

Ÿ DO NOT open the smoker door during operation, unless

necessary. Opening the door will allow heat to escape, and slow
the cooking time.

Ÿ DO NOT USE CHARCOAL. A charcoal fire will result and

the smoker is not designed for charcoal. The fire will
create an unsafe condition and damage the smoker.

Wood chips must be used to create a smoked flavor.

Food Safety

Food safety is a very important part of enjoying the outdoor
cooking experience. To keep food safe from harmful bacteria,
follow these four basic steps:

Clean: Wash hands, utensils, and surfaces with hot soapy water

before and after handling raw meat and poultry.

Separate: Separate raw meats and poultry from ready-to-eat

foods to avoid cross contamination. Use a clean platter and
utensils when removing cooked foods.

Cook: Cook meat and poultry thoroughly to kill bacteria. Use a

thermometer to ensure proper internal food temperatures.

Chill: Refrigerate prepared foods and leftovers promptly.
For more information call: USDA Meat and Poultry Hotline at

1-888-MPHOTLINE (888-674-6854) In Washington, DC
Or E-mail: [e-mail]
Or visit the USDA website at www.fsis.usda.gov

How To Tell If Meat Is Cooked Thoroughly

• Meat and poultry cooked in the appliance often browns very

fast on the outside. Use only thawed meat and a meat
thermometer to be sure food has reached a safe internal
temperature, and cut into food to check for visual signs of
doneness.

• We recommend food to be at least 40°F before cooking in your

appliance.

• Whole poultry should reach 165° F. Juices should run clear

and flesh should not be pink.

• Beef, veal and lamb steaks, roasts and pork chops can be

cooked to 160° F.

• NEVER partially cook meat or poultry and finish cooking later.

Cook food completely to destroy harmful bacteria.

• Use a meat thermometer to ensure proper internal food

temperatures.

Ÿ Make sure water pan is always in place when cooking

WITH OR WITHOUT WATER.

Ÿ Always operate smoker with smoker box in place

regardless of whether or not you use wood chips. Never
remove or refill the smoker box during cooking. The
Smoker Box Lid must always be used.

USDA Recommended

Internal Cooking Temperatures

Ground Meat

Beef, Pork, Veal, Lamb......................................160°F

Turkey, Chicken.................................................165°F

Fresh Beef, Veal, Lamb

Medium Rare.......................................................145°F

(let stand 3 minutes before cutting)

Medium................................................................160°F

Well Done............................................................170°F

Poultry

Chicken & Turkey, whole.....................................165°F

Poultry Parts.......................................................165°F

Duck & Goose....................................................165°F

Fresh Pork

Medium Rare......................................................145°F

(let stand 3 minutes before cutting)

Medium..............................................................160°F

Well Done..........................................................170°F

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Problem

Smoker not heating

Possible Cause

Ÿ Smoker is OFF.
Ÿ No Power
Ÿ Faulty controller or heating element.

Troubleshooting

Prevention/Solution

Ÿ Turn on the Smoker
Ÿ Check for tripped household circuit breakers or GFI (Ground Fault

Interrupter). Reset or replace if necessary.

Ÿ Try a known, working appliance in the outlet.
Ÿ Try a different outlet, preferably on a different circuit.
Ÿ Replace controller or heating element.

Circuit breaker trips or
fuse blows

Smoker will not cook
properly

Flare-ups

Persistent grease fire

Ÿ Another appliance plugged into same circuit as

smoker.

Ÿ Moisture or water in controller or electrical

connections.

Ÿ Damaged cord or electrical connections.

Ÿ Door of smoker is left open.
Ÿ Insufficient preheat or temperature set too low.
Ÿ Inappropriate extension cord.

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• Excess fat in meat.

• Excessive cooking temperature.

• Grease build up.

• Grease trapped by food build up.

Ÿ Do not use other electrical appliances on the same circuit.

Ÿ Keep all electrical connections dry. Do not operate unit when raining.

Ÿ Replace damaged controller or extension cord.

Ÿ Close door on smoker while cooking.
Ÿ Preheat 15-20 minutes. Increase controller setting.
Ÿ Replace with appropriately rated cord (15 amps).

• Trim fat from meat before cooking.

• Adjust (lower) temperature as needed.

• Clean smoker.

• Unplug the Smoker. Keep door open and let fire burn out.
After smoker cools, clean insulation bowl.

• Do not apply water to fire. Personal injury may result.

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