Masterbuilt MPS 230S, MB20053118, MB20053218, MB20053318 User Manual
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MPS 230S
PROPANE SMOKER
Manual applies to the following model number(s)
MB20053118, MB20053218, MB20053318
Your model number
Mfg. Date - Serial Number
These numbers are located on the rating label of the unit.
IMPORTANT
Please record this information immediately and keep in a safe place for future use.
Manual Code: 9805180005 180830-GSB
AGA certificate No. 8687 G
Master it. Masterbuilt.
CARBON MONOXIDE
HAZARD
DANGER
Burning wood chips gives o carbon monoxide,
which has no odor and can cause death.
DO NOT burn wood chips inside homes,
vehicles, tents,
garages or any enclosed areas.
USE ONLY OUTDOORS where it is well
ventilated.
IF YOU SMELL GAS:
1. Shut o gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open ame.
3. Open/remove door.
4. If odor continues, keep away from the
appliance and immediately call your Fire
Department.
WARNING
This 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.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in re, explosion or burn hazard
which could cause property damage, personal injury, or death.
DANGER
1. Never operate this appliance unattended.
2. Never operate this appliance within 10 feet (3.0m) of any structure, combustible material
or other gas cylinder.
3. Never operate this appliance within 25 feet (7.5m) of any ammable liquid.
4. If re should occur, keep away from appliance and immediately call your re department.
Do not attempt to extinguish an oil/grease re with water.
STRUCTURAL PROXIMITY AND SAFETY USAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
Before using smoker check wind direction
and place cylinder
position. This is necessary so that cylinder
supply system is arranged for vapor
withdrawal and prevent cylinder from
striking unit if tipped.
DOWNWIND
12” in upright
Overhead Construction
Rails
10 Feet
Wind Flow
WARNING: HOSE IS A
TRIP HAZARD THAT
COULD CAUSE SUPPLY
CYLINDER TO TIP
2
Walls
10 Feet
12” (30.5cm)
GENERAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
• Always use unit in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal re codes.
• Before each use check all nuts, screws and bolts to make sure they are tight and secure.
• Never operate unit under overhead construction such as roof coverings, carports, awnings, or overhangs.
• Unit is for HOUSEHOLD OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
• Never use inside enclosed areas such as patios, garages, buildings or tents.
• Never use inside or on recreational vehicles or boats.
• Maintain a minimum distance of 10ft (3m) from overhead construction, walls, rails or other structures.
• Keep a minimum 10ft (3m) clearance of all combustible materials such as wood, dry plants, grass, brush,
paper, or canvas.
• Never use unit for anything other than its intended use. This unit is NOT for commercial use.
• Accessory attachments not supplied by Masterbuilt Manufacturing, LLC are NOT recommended and may
cause injury.
• Use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair user’s ability to properly assemble or
safely operate unit.
• Keep a re extinguisher accessible at all times while operating unit.
• When cooking with oil or grease, have a type BC or ABC re extinguisher readily available.
• In the event of an oil or grease re do not attempt to extinguish with water. Immediately call the re
department. A Type BC or ABC re extinguisher may, in some circumstances, contain the re.
• Use unit on a level, non-combustible, stable surface such as dirt, concrete, brick or rock. An asphalt
surface (blacktop) may not be acceptable for this purpose.
• Unit MUST be on the ground. Do not place unit on tables or counters. Do NOT move unit across uneven
surfaces.
• Do not use unit on wooden or ammable surfaces.
• Keep unit clear and free from combustible materials such as gasoline and other ammable vapors and
liquids.
• Do not leave unit unattended.
• Keep children and pets away from unit at all times. Do NOT allow children to use unit. Close supervision is
necessary should children or pets be in area where unit is being used.
• Do NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around unit during or following its use until it has cooled.
• Never use glass, plastic or ceramic cookware in unit. Never place empty cookware in unit while in use.
• Never move unit when in use. Allow unit to cool completely (below 115°F (45°C)) before moving or storing.
• Store only when re is completely out and all surfaces are cold.
• Never use unit as a heater (READ CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD).
• The unit is HOT while in use and will remain HOT for a period of time afterwards and during cooling
process. Use CAUTION. Wear protective gloves/mitts.
• Be careful when removing food from unit. All surfaces are HOT and may cause burns. Use protective
gloves/mitts or long, sturdy cooking tools for protection from hot surfaces or splatter from cooking
liquids.
• DO NOT bump or impact the unit to prevent personal harm, damage to unit or spillage/splashing of hot
cooking liquid.
• Do not touch HOT surfaces
• Unit is hot during use. To avoid burns, keep face and body away from door, lid and vents. Steam and hot
air are expelled during use.
• Air dampers are HOT while the unit is in use and during cooling; wear protective gloves when adjusting.
• Unit has an open ame. Keep hands, hair, and face away from burner ame. Do NOT lean over burner
when lighting. Loose hair and clothing may catch re.
• DO NOT obstruct ow of combustion and ventilation.
• Do not cover cooking racks with metal foil. This will trap heat and may cause damage to the unit.
• The installation of this appliance shall comply with the requirement of AS/NZS 5601 and the local authority
- gas.
• Before each use inspect gas hose for signs of damage.
• Keep fuel supply hose away from any heated surface.
• Keep fuel supply hose away from unit while in operation.
• Regulator and hose assembly supplied with unit MUST be used. For replacement parts, if needed, contact
Customer Service at 1300 174 876.
• Use 20LB (9kgs) gas cylinder that has protective collar (cylinder not included with unit).
WARNINGS & IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CONTINUED ON PAGE 4
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GENERAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNINGS & IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3
• Keep ventilation openings of cylinder enclosure free and clear of debris.
• LP gas cylinder being used must be constructed and marked in accordance with specications for LP gas
cylinders of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) or the Standard for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes
for the Transportation for Dangerous Goods, CAN/CSA-B339.
• Never use gas cylinder if there is evidence of dents, gouges, bulges, re damage, erosion, leakage,
excessive rust, or other forms of visible external damage. This may be hazardous and cylinder should be
taken to a liquid propane supplier to be checked.
• Never attach/disconnect gas cylinder, move or alter gas ttings when unit is in operation.
• Always disconnect gas cylinder from unit when not in use.
• Propane only, 16.87MJ/h, inlet pressure 2.75kpa, injector orice 1.15mm.
• This product will NOT operate with natural gas.
• When use is complete, always, rst turn the burner control valve OFF, then turn the gas cylinder valve OFF,
and nally disconnect the cylinder.
• Gas MUST be turned o at the supply cylinder when not in use.
• Cylinder MUST be stored outdoors, out of children’s reach and must NOT be stored in a building, garage, or
any other enclosed area.
• Do NOT store spare LP gas cylinder under or near unit. Gas cylinder safety relief valve may overheat
allowing gas to release causing re which may cause death or serious injury.
• Never ll cylinder over 80% full or cylinder may release gas causing re which may cause death or serious
injury.
• Place a dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever cylinder is not in use. Only install dust cap provided with
cylinder. Other caps or plugs may cause leaks.
• If you smell, hear or see gas escaping, immediately get away from gas cylinder and call the Fire Department.
Fire may cause death or serious injury.
• Reference ignition steps before use.
• Never use lighter uid with propane.
• Wood chips must be used in order to produce smoke and create the smoke avor.
• Flame disk bowl/ wood chip tray/bowl is HOT when unit is in use. Use caution when adding wood.
• Check grease tray often during cooking. Empty grease tray before it gets full. Grease tray may need to be
emptied periodically during cooking.
• Do not open upper smoker door(s) unless necessary. Opening smoker door(s) causes heat to escape, which
may cause extended cooking time and may cause wood to are up. Closing the door(s) will re-stabilize the
temperature and stop are up.
• This is a smoker. There will be a lot of smoke produced when using wood chips. Smoke will escape through
seams and turn the inside of smoker black. This is normal. To minimize smoke loss around door(s), door
latch(s) can be adjusted to further tighten door seal against body.
• To adjust door latch, loosen hex nut on door latch. Turn hook clockwise to tighten as shown. Secure hex nut
rmly against door latch.
• When outside temperature is cooler than 65°F (18°C) and/or altitude is above 3,500 feet (1067m), additional
cooking time may be required. To insure that meat is completely cooked use a meat thermometer to test
internal temperature.
• Do not use wood pellets.
• Food needs to be in the center of smoking racks. This allows food drippings to go into the water bowl.
• Do not leave old wood or ashes in the ame disk bowl/woodchip tray/bowl. Once ashes are cold, empty
bowl/tray. Bowl/tray should be cleaned out prior to, and after each use to prevent ash and residue buildup.
• Dispose of cold ashes by placing them in aluminum foil, soaking with water and discarding in a noncombustible container.
• Do not store unit with HOT ashes inside unit.
• DO NOT SPRAY AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS APPLIANCE WHILE IT IS IN OPERATION.
• DO NOT USE OR STORE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS IN OR NEAR THIS APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT PLACE ARTICLES ON OR AGAINST THIS APPLIANCE.
• DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.
• SERVICING SHALL BE CARRIED OUT ONLY BY AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL, AND THAT THE APPLIANCE
SHALL NOT BE MODIFIED.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SMOKER OPERATION - READ & FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
GETTING STARTED
• Pre-season unit prior to rst use. See PRE-SEASON INSTRUCTIONS.
• Before starting the unit, see ADDING WOOD CHIPS OR CHUNKS.
CAUTION - All surfaces are HOT and may cause burns. Use protective gloves or long, sturdy cooking tools when loading/
unloading food or racks, and when adding wood chips or water.
PRE-SEASON INSTRUCTIONS
Curing your smoker will rid the unit of chemicals and oils left over by the manufacturing process allowing them to burn o.
PRE-SEASON SMOKER PRIOR TO FIRST USE.
1. Perform soapy water test, see SOAPY WATER TEST WARNINGS AND PROCEDURES.
2. Using a napkin or cloth, rub a light coat of cooking oil on smoking racks and inside smoker door. Make sure water pan is in place with
NO WATER.
3. Fill wood chip tray with up to 1 cup (0.24l) of wood chips or chunks and light smoker. Close door.
4. Start smoker and let the smoker burn for about 1 hour. Make sure temperature gets up to 350°F (177°C).
5. Allow unit to cool COMPLETELY.
6. Reapply light coat of cooking oil on smoking racks and inside of smoker door.
7. Restart smoker and burn for 20 minutes.
• Cure your smoker periodically to prevent excessive rust.
ADDING WOOD CHIPS OR CHUNKS
1. You may use dry or pre-soaked wood chips or chunks in your smoker. Dry chips or chunks will burn faster and produce more intense
smoke. Chips or chunks pre-soaked in water (for approximately 30 minutes) will burn slower and produce a less intense smoke.
2. DO NOT ADD MORE THAN 1 CUP (0.24l) OF WOOD CHIPS OR CHUNKS AT A TIME. Never use wood pellets.
3. Place additional wood chips or chunks in smoker as needed to achieve desired smoke avor.
• Wood chips or chunks must be used in order to produce smoke and create the smoke avor.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. To start smoker see IGNITION INSTRUCTIONS.
2. With protective gloves on, place water bowl in position. Pour 1 inch of water, juice, or vinegar into water bowl. This will add avor and
moisture to food and prevent it from drying out.
3 DO NOT cover racks with aluminum foil as this will not allow heat to circulate properly.
4. Pre-heat smoker for 30 to 45 minutes at max temperature before loading food.
5. Place food in the smoker, position on the center of the smoking rack.
6 DO NOT overload smoker with food. Extra large amounts of food may trap heat, extend cooking time and cause uneven cooking. Leave
space between food on racks and smoker sides to ensure proper heat circulation. If utilizing cooking pans, be sure pans do not cover
more than 75% of the rack space and place pans on center of rack to ensure even cooking.
7. For best results, rotate racks between the top and bottom positions during cooking.
8. Adjust smoker settings, control knob and air dampers, to desired cooking temperature.
• Close all air dampers on unit to retain moisture and heat. If cooking foods such as sh or jerky,
open air dampers to release moisture.
9. If wood chips or chunks do not smoke on low setting, increase temperature to 275°. After 8 to 10 minutes or when wood chips or
chunks begin to smolder, reduce temperature to desired low setting.
10. Use caution when cooking on windy days to ensure the ame does not blow out. If you suspect or experience a ame blow out, rst
open the door to check the ame and follow the IGNITION INSTRUCTIONS to re-ignite the burner if needed. Adjust the burner control
valve setting for a higher ame to prevent further blow outs.
Never ignite smoker with the door closed.
11. Extreme cold temperatures may extend cooking times.
12. Once cooking is complete turn unit OFF, see IGNITION INSTRUCTIONS for turning o unit, remove the gas cylinder and then follow
CLEANING and STORING INSTRUCTIONS. CLEAN AFTER EVERY USE. This will extend the life of your smoker and prevent mold
and mildew.
CLEANING and STORING INSTRUCTIONS
• ALWAYS MAKE SURE UNIT IS COOL TO THE TOUCH BEFORE CLEANING AND STORING.
• Be sure to clean smoker after each use. Make sure the gas cylinder has been turned o and removed.
• For rack supports, racks, water bowl, and drip pan use a mild dish detergent. Rinse and dry thoroughly.
• For wood chip tray clean frequently to remove ash build up, residue and dust.
• Dispose of cold ashes by placing them in aluminum foil, soaking with water and discarding in a non-combustible container.
• For the interior, exterior and door seal of the unit simply wipe down with a damp cloth after each use to keep unit in proper working
condition. Do not use a cleaning agent. Make sure to dry thoroughly.
• After cleaning, store smoker in a covered and DRY AREA.
• Store only when re is completely out and all surfaces are cold.
• When not in frequent use and using a cover, remember to check your smoker periodically to avoid possible rust and corrosion due to
moisture buildup.
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WARNING
PERFORM “SOAPY WATER TEST” BEFORE EACH USE. SEE “SOAPY WATER TEST”
SECTION IN MANUAL.
REGULATOR TO GAS CYLINDER. TURN GAS OFF AFTER EACH USE.
SOAPY WATER TEST WARNINGS & PROCEDURES
WARNINGS
• Soapy Water Test MUST be performed each time gas cylinder is connected to burner/hose or each time it is
used.
• Soapy Water Test MUST be performed outdoors in well ventilated area.
• When performing Soapy Water Test keep unit away from open ames, sparks or lit cigarettes.
• Never use an open ame to test for gas leaks.
PREPARATION:
• Remove any cookware and accessories from unit.
• Make sure gas cylinder valve and burner control knob are turned to the OFF position.
• Prepare soapy water solution: (1) part dish washing liquid (or more if desired), (3) parts water.
• Apply soapy water solution to gas cylinder valve, regulator and hose length up to burner control valve.
EXTINGUISH ALL OPEN FLAMES BEFORE CONNECTING
Apply solution to
gas cylinder valve
Apply solution to hose regulator
and the full length of the hose
Apply solution underneath control panel
where burner and hose are connected
(Smoker shown on back for clarity only)
Failed test will present
bubbles as shown below.
TESTING GAS CYLINDER VALVE:
• Turn gas cylinder valve ON and watch for bubbles. DO NOT LEAVE GAS ON MORE THAN 12 SECONDS. If
bubbles appear, stop, turn gas cylinder valve OFF and retighten tting. Repeat test.
TESTING REGULATOR AND HOSE:
• AFTER gas cylinder valve has passed Soapy Water Test, turn gas cylinder valve ON and check for bubbles at
regulator location, along full length of hose and at burner control valve. DO NOT LEAVE GAS ON MORE THAN
12 SECONDS. If bubbles appear, stop, turn gas cylinder valve OFF and retighten the connection that is leaking
gas. If hose is source of leak, STOP, do not use unit. Hose must be replaced.
• WHEN TEST IS COMPLETE, AND THERE ARE NO LEAKS, WAIT MINIMUM OF 5 MINUTES FOR GAS
FUMES TO DIMINISH BEFORE LIGHTING SMOKER.
DURING ANY PORTION OF SOAPY WATER TEST IF BUBBLES CONTINUE TO
APPEAR, STOP, DO NOT USE UNIT. CONTACT LOCAL PROPANE DEALER OR
CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1300 174 876.
Note: Use 20LB (9kgs) gas cylinder that has a protective collar with this unit. Cylinder NOT included with this unit.
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