FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
Please keep this instruction manual for future reference
Adult assembly required.
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(Made in China)
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Assembly Instructions & User’s Manual
Smoker BBQ
ITEM# SRCG2803
Table of Contents
Safety Warnings………………………………………..........................…………………………………...................................................2
Exploded View…………………………………………................……………….....................................................................................4
Parts ..................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Hardware and Tools...........................................................................................................................................................................6
Assembly Instructions.........................................................................................................................................................................7
Preparation For Use & Lighting Instructions......................................................................................................................................19
Proper Care & Maintenance...............................................................................................................................................................25
Note: Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present.
Compare parts with package content list and hardware contents. If any part is missing or
damaged do not attempt to assemble the unit. Contact customer service for replacement
parts.
Operating Instructions........................................................................................................................................................................21
After Use Safety.................................................................................................................................................................................25
1
Safety Warnings
IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IS TO ATTRACT YOUR ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE HAZARDS
WHEN YOU SEE THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL, PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION WHICH FOLLOWS!
BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR GRILL. READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY.
• Only use this grill on a hard, level, non-combustible, stable surface (concrete, ground, etc.) capable of supporting the
weight of the grill. Never use on wooden or other surface that could burn.
• Proper clearance of 3 m between the grill and combustible material (bushes, trees, wooden decks, fences,
buildings, etc.) or construction should be maintained at all times when grill is in use. Do not place grill under a roof
overhang or other enclosed area.
• For outdoor use only. Do not operate grill indoors or in an enclosed area.
• For household use only. Do not use this grill for other than its intended purpose.
• We recommend the use of a Charcoal Chimney Starter to avoid the dangers associated with charcoal lighting fluid.
If you choose to use charcoal lighting fluid, only use lighting fluid approved for lighting charcoal. Carefully read
manufacturer’s warnings and instructions on the charcoal lighting fluid and charcoal prior to the use of their product.
Store charcoal lighting fluid safely away from grill.
• When using charcoal lighting fluid, allow charcoal to burn with grill lid and door open until covered with a light ash
(approximately 20 minutes). This will allow charcoal lighting fluid to burn off. Failure to do this could trap fumes from
charcoal lighting fluid in grill and may result in a flash fire or explosion when lid is opened.
• Do not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting charcoal. Use of any of these or similar products could cause an
explosion possibly leading to severe bodily injury.
• Never add charcoal lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals as flashback may occur causing severe burns.
• Place grill in an area where children and pets cannot come into contact with unit. Close supervision is necessary
when grill is in use.
• Do not leave grill unattended when in use.
• When adding charcoal and/or wood, use extreme caution and follow instructions in “Adding Charcoal/Wood During
Cooking” section of this manual.
• Do not store or use grill near gasoline or other flammable liquids, gases or where flammable vapors may be present.
• Do not store lighter fluid or other flammable liquids or material under the grill.
Grill is hot when in use. To avoid burns:
• DO NOT attempt to move the grill.
• Brace grill so the unit does not accidentally move.
• Wear protective gloves or oven mitts.
• DO NOT touch any hot grill surfaces.
• DO NOT wear loose clothing or allow hair to come in contact with grill.
WARNING
AS YOU ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR GRILL.
2
Safety Warnings
• Check grease level in grease cup often and empty or change when 3/4 full. Use extreme caution as the smoker, grease
cup and its contents will be hot.
• When grilling, grease from meat may drip into the charcoal and cause a grease fire. If this should happen close lid to
suffocate the flame. Do not use water to extinguish grease fires.
• Use caution since flames can flare-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire. When opening the lid, keep
hands, face and body a safe distance from hot steam and flame flare-ups.
• Do not exceed a temperature of 232℃. Do not allow charcoal and/or wood to rest on the walls of firebox. Doing so will
greatly reduce the life of the metal and finish of your grill.
• Use caution when assembling and operating your grill to avoid scrapes or cuts from sharp edges of metal parts. Use
caution when reaching into or under grill.
• When opening lid, make sure it is pushed all the way open. If lid is not fully open, it could fall back to a closed position
and cause bodily injury.
• In windy weather, place grill in an outdoor area that is protected from the wind.
• Close lid, door and smoke stack to suffocate flame.
• Never leave coals and ashes in grill unattended. Before grill can be left unattended, remaining coals and ashes must
be removed from grill. Use caution to protect yourself and property. Carefully place remaining coals and ashes in a
non-combustible metal container and saturate completely with water. Allow coals and water to remain in metal
container 24 hours prior to disposing.
• Extinguished coals and ashes should be placed a safe distance from all structures and combustible materials.
• With a garden hose, completely wet the surface beneath and around grill to extinguish any ashes, coals or embers
which may have fallen during the cooking or cleaning process.
• After each use, clean the grill thoroughly and apply a light coat of vegetable oil to interior to prevent rusting. Cover the
grill to protect it from excessive rusting.
• Use caution when lifting or moving grill to prevent strains and back injuries.
• We advise that a fire extinguisher be on hand. Refer to your local authority to determine proper size and type of fire
extinguisher.
• Store the grill out of reach of children and in a dry location when not in use.
• Do not attempt to service grill other than normal maintenance as explained in “After-Use Safety” and “Proper Care &
Maintenance” sections of this manual.
• Remove all stickers and labels before first use.
• Properly dispose of all packaging material.
USE CAUTION AND COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO SAFETY WARNING AND GUIDELINES IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT
IN BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
WARNING
3
Exploded View
Follow all instructions in this manual and use only in well ventilated, outdoor area.
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Part List
Handle
Smoking Chamber
Thermometer
Short Legs
Long Legs
Spring
Front Table Bracket R
Side Handle
Front Table Bracket L
Wheel Axle
M6 Cap Nut
Smoke Stack
Smoke Stack Gasket
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Part # Description Picture Qty
5 Bottom Shelf 1
16 1
Wheels
Smoke Stack Damper
Firebox Lid Stop
Firebox Top
Firebox Base
Firebox Support
Firebox Side Door
Charcoal Grate
Firebox Cooking Grate
Firebox Charcoal Grate
Air Vent Handle
Cooking Grate
Bottle Opener
Front Table
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Part # Description Picture Qty
21 Air Vent 1
Firebox Side Door Latch
Grease Cup Holder
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Hardware
Hardware # Description
M6 x 12 Bolt
M6 Nut
M8 Locking Nut
M5 x 12 Bolt
M5 Nut
M5 Stepped Bolt
M6 Stepped Bolt
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33
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AA
Picture Qty
BB
CC
DD
EE
FF
GG
Tools Required
Phillips Head Screwdriver
(Not included)
Adjustable Wrench
(Not included)
6
Assembly Instructions
Insert the wheel axle (6) through the two holes of short legs (4).
Attach two wheels (8) to wheel axle (6) with 2pcs M8 locking
nuts (CC).
Turn the cooking chamber assembly into horizontal position for
later steps.
Step 5
CC
M8 Nut
Hardware Used
2pcs
Step 5
Attach two long legs (7) by inserting the hooks of the bottom shelf
(5) through the holes in the legs, and then attach to the left side of
smoking chamber by 8pcs M6 x 12 bolts (AA) and 8pcs M6 nuts
(BB) as shown.
Step 4
Step 4
7
AA
5
4
6
8
CC
BB
AA
M6 x 12 Bolt
Hardware Used
8pcs
BB
M6 Nut
8pcs
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Assembly Instructions
Attach smoke stack (10) and smoke stack gasket (9) to the
smoking chamber (2) with 4pcs M6 x 12 bolts (AA) and 4pcs M6
nuts (BB). Insure that the gasket is between the smoke stack and
smoking chamber.
Remove cap nut (13) and spring (12) from smoke stack (10). Place
smoke stack damper (11) over the bolt at the top of the smoke
stack (10). Then place the spring (12) over the bolt and tighten with
cap nut (13).
Step 6
Attach front table bracket L (14) and front table bracket R (15) to
smoking chamber (2) with 4pcs M6 x 12 bolts (AA) and 4pcs M6
nuts (BB).
Step 7
Step 6
Step 7
BB
AA
AA
15
BB
14
2
13
12
11
10
9
AA
M6 x 12 Bolt
Hardware Used
4pcs
BB
M6 Nut
4pcs
AA
M6 x 12 Bolt
Hardware Used
4pcs
BB
M6 Nut
4pcs
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Assembly Instructions
Attach firebox lid stop (17) to firebox top (18) with 1pc M5 x 12 bolt
(DD) and 1pc M5 nut (EE).
Step 9
Step 9
Attach the side handle (16) to the smoking chamber (2) with 2pcs
M6 x 12 bolts (AA) and 2pcs M6 nuts (BB).
Step 8
Step 8
AA
17
DD
18
EE
2
BB
16
AA
M6 x 12 Bolt
Hardware Used
2pcs
BB
M6 Nut
2pcs
DD
M5 x 12 Bolt
Hardware Used
1pc
EE
M5 Nut
1pc
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Assembly Instructions
Step 12
Fix the firebox to firebox support (20) with 2pcs M6 x 12 bolts (AA)
and 2pcs M6 nuts (BB).
Step 13
Attach firebox to smoking chamber with 6pcs M6 x 12 bolts (AA).
NOTE: Keep the bolts & nuts loose until Step 13 finished.
Step 12
Step 13
AA
BB
20
AA
2
AA
M6 x 12 Bolt
Hardware Used
6pcs
AA
M6 x 12 Bolt
Hardware Used
2pcs
BB
M6 Nut
2pcs
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Assembly Instructions
Step 14
Fix the firebox side door latch (24) to the firebox side door (23)
with 1pc M5 stepped bolt (FF) and 1pc M5 nut (EE).
Step 15
Insert air vent handle (22) into air vent (21) and tighten by 1pc M5
nut (EE).
Step 14
Step 15
Hardware Used
EE
M5 Nut
1pc
22
24
AA
BB
22
21
23
23
EE
FF
21
EE
Hardware Used
FF
M5 Stepped Bolt
1pc
EE
M5 Nut
1pc
Attach air vent assembly on firebox side door inside by inserting
the air vent handle (22) through the slot on side door bottom, then
fix it with 1pc M6 x 12 bolt (AA) and 1pc M6 nut (BB).
Step 16
Step 16
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AA
M6 x 12 Bolt
Hardware Used
1pc
BB
M6 Nut
1pc
Assembly Instructions
Step 17
Screw the M6 stepped bolt (GG) into the firebox base (19).
Step 17
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23
19
GG
Step 18
Attach firebox side door (23) by sliding the hinge pins into the
hinge holes on the firebox base (19) as shown.
Step 18
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Hardware Used
GG
M6 stepped bolt
1pc
Assembly Instructions
Attach another handle (1) to the firebox lid with 2pcs M6 x 12 bolts
(AA) and 2pcs M6 nuts (BB).
Step 19
Step 19
AA
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26
1
BB
AA
M6 x 12 Bolt
Hardware Used
2pcs
BB
M6 Nut
2pcs
Unscrew 2pcs bolts and 2pcs nuts from bottle opener (26). Attach
the bottle opener (26) to smoking chamber left end cap with 2pcs
bolts and 2pcs nuts.
Insert the grease cup holder (27) through the hole inside the
smoking chamber (2) on the left side to hang under the smoking
chamber (2).
Step 20
Step 20
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Assembly Instructions
Place three charcoal grates (28) into the smoking chamber (2).
Place three cooking grates (29) over the charcoal grates (28).
Place firebox charcoal grate (30) into the firebox.
Place two firebox cooking grates (31) over the firebox charcoal
grate (30).
Step 21
Step 21
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30
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15
14
25
2
Attach front table (25) to smoking chamber (2) by inserting the two
hooks of front table ends through the slots on front table bracket
L & R (14 & 15) as shown.
Step 22
Step 22
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Preparation For Use & Lighting Instructions
PLACE THE GRILL OUTDOORS ON A HARD, LEVEL, NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE
AWAY FROM ROOF OVERHANG OR ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. NEVER USE ON WOODEN OR OTHER SURFACES
THAT COULD BURN. PLACE THE GRILL AWAY FROM OPEN WINDOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT SMOKE FROM
ENTERING YOUR HOUSE. IN WINDY WEATHER, PLACE THE GRILL IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT IS
PROTECTED FROM THE WIND.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
Curing Your Grill
Prior to your first use of the Mastercook Smoker, follow the instructions below
carefully to cure your grill. Curing your grill will minimize damage to the exterior finish
as well as rid the grill of paint odor that can impart unnatural flavors to the first meal
prepared on your Mastercook Smoker.
IMPORTANT: To protect your grill from excessive rust, the unit must
be properly cured and covered at all times when not
in use.
Step 1
Remove cooking grills from smoking chamber and firebox and set aside.
Step 2
Lightly coat all interior surfaces of the smoker including cooking grills with vegetable
oil or vegetable oil spray. Do not coat charcoal grates.
Step 3
Place a tin can (soup can) in the grease cup holder. A tin can must be placed under the
grease hole at all times.
Step 4
Follow the instructions below carefully to build a fire. You may use charcoal and/or
wood as fuel in the firebox (see “Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking” section of
this manual).
NOTE: We recommend using charcoal that has been pre-treated with lighter
fluid or a charcoal chimney starter.
WARNING: DO NOT store lighter fluid or other flammable liquids, material or charcoal
that has been pre-treated with lighter fluid under or around the grill.
If using a Charcoal Chimney Starter, follow all manufacturer’s warnings and
instructions regarding the use of their product. Start with 2.5 kg of charcoal in smoking
chamber and 1.2 kg of charcoal in firebox. This should be enough charcoal to cook
with, once the curing process has been completed.
NOTICE: To avoid heat damage to the paint, do not use more than 1.2 kg
of charcoal/wood in the firebox. Light the charcoal/wood with the
lid open and do not close the lid until flames have gone out (5-10
minutes). When cooking, adjust air vent to minimize flames in
the firebox. Closing the air vent will lower the flames and cooking
temperature.
Step 5
With firebox lid and smoking chamber lid open, stand back and carefully light
charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes).
When charcoal is burning strong, carefully place hot coals in center of charcoal
grate.
NOTE: To extend the life of your grill, make sure that hot coals
and wood do not touch the walls of firebox.
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Preparation For Use & Lighting Instructions
IF USING CHARCOAL CHIMNEY STARTER, PROCEED TO STEP 9
IF USING LIGHTER FLUID, PROCEED TO STEP 9
YOUR MASTERCOOK SMOKER IS NOW CURED AND
READY FOR USE.
If using lighter fluid, follow all manufacturer’s warnings and instructions regarding
the use of their product. Start with 2.5 kg of charcoal in smoking chamber and 1.2 kg of
charcoal in firebox. This should be enough charcoal to cook with once the curing process
has been completed. Open the firebox air shutter approximately 2 cm to 5 cm and smoke
stack damper halfway.
If using pre-treated charcoal, follow all manufacturer’s warnings and instructions
regarding the use of their product. Start with 2.5 kg of charcoal in smoking chamber and
1.2 kg of charcoal in firebox.This should be enough charcoal to cook with once the curing
process has been completed. Open the firebox air vent approximately 2 cm to 5 cm and
smokestack damper halfway.
Step 8
With firebox lid and smoking chamber lid open, stand back and carefully light
charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes).
When charcoal is burning strong, carefully place hot coals in center of charcoal grate.
Step 9
With coals burning strong, close the firebox lid and smoking chamber lid.Allow the
temperature to reach 120℃ on heat indicator. Maintain this temperature for 2 hours.
Step 10
Increase the temperature to approximately to 200℃. This can be achieved by
opening the smoke stack damper and adding more charcoal and/or wood (see
“Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking” section of this manual). Maintain this
temperature for 1 hour then allow unit to cool completely.
NOTE: Never exceed a temperature of 230℃ in smoking chamber. It is important
that the exterior of the smoker is not scraped or rubbed during the curing
process.
Step 6
Saturate charcoal with lighting fluid. With firebox lid and smoking chamber lid
open wait 2 to 3 minutes to allow lighting fluid to soak into charcoal. Store charcoal
lighting fluid safely away from the smoker.
Step 7
With firebox lid and smoking chamber lid open, stand back and carefully light
charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes).
WARNING: Charcoal lighting fluid must be allowed to completely burn off prior to
closing firebox lid and smoking chamber lid (approximately 20 minutes).
Failure to do this could trap fumes from charcoal lighting fluid in smoker
and may result in a flash-fire or explosion when lid or door is opened.
WARNING: Keep hot coals away from the firebox air vent to prevent coals from
falling out.
NOTE: To extend the life of your grill, make sure that hot coals and wood do not
touch the walls of firebox.
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Operating Instructions
PLACE THE GRILL OUTDOORS ON A HARD, LEVEL, NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE
AWAY FROM ROOF OVERHANG OR ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. NEVER USE ON WOODEN OR OTHER SURFACES
THAT COULD BURN. PLACE THE GRILL AWAY FROM OPEN WINDOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT SMOKE FROM
ENTERING YOUR HOUSE. IN WINDY WEATHER, PLACE THE GRILL IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT IS
PROTECTED FROM THE WIND.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR GRILL.
Smoking
WARNING: DO NOT store lighter fluid or other flammable liquids, material or charcoal
that has been pre-treated with lighter fluid under or around the grill.
If using a Charcoal Chimney Starter, follow all manufacturer’s warnings and
instructions regarding the use of their product. Start with 1.2 kg of hot coals on
charcoal grate.
NOTICE: To avoid heat damage to the paint, do not use more than 1.2 kg
of charcoal/wood in the firebox. Light the charcoal/wood with the
lid open and do not close the lid until flames have gone out (5-10
minutes). When cooking, adjust air vent to minimize flames in
the firebox. Closing the air vent will lower the flames and cooking
temperature.
Step 1
Place a charcoal grate in firebox. Place cooking grills in smoking chamber, then follow
instructions below carefully to build a fire. You may use charcoal and/or wood as
fuel in the Mastercook Smoker (see “Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking” section of
this manual).
Step 2
Place a tin can (soup can) in the grease cup holder. A tin can must be placed under the
grease hole at all times.
NOTE: We recommend using charcoal that has been pre-treated
with lighter fluid or a charcoal chimney starter.
Step 3
With firebox lid and smoking chamber lid open, stand back and carefully light charcoal
and allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes). When
charcoal is burning strong, carefully place hot coals in center of firebox charcoal
grate.
WARNING: Keep hot coals away from the firebox air vent to prevent coals from
falling out.
NOTE: To extend the life of your grill, make sure that hot coals and wood do not
touch the walls of grill.
IF USING CHARCOAL CHIMNEY STARTER, PROCEED TO STEP 7
If you choose to use charcoal lighting fluid, ONLY use charcoal lighting fluid
approved for lighting charcoal. Do not use gasoline, kerosene, alcohol or other
flammable material for lighting charcoal. Follow all manufacturer’s warnings
and instructions regarding the use of their product. Place 1.2 kg of charcoal
on charcoal grate in firebox.
Step 4
Saturate charcoal with lighting fluid. With firebox lid and smoking chamber lid open
wait 2 to 3 minutes to allow lighting fluid to soak into charcoal. Store charcoal lighting
fluid safely away from the smoker.
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Operating Instructions
Smoke Cooking Tips
IF USING LIGHTER FLUID, PROCEED TO STEP 7
Step 5
Open the firebox air vent approximately half way and smoke stack damper 2.5cm to
5cm. With firebox lid and smoking chamber door open, stand back and carefully light
charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes).
WARNING: Charcoal lighting fluid must be allowed to completely burn off prior to
closing firebox lid and smoking chamber door (approximately 20 minutes).
Failure to do this could trap fumes from charcoal lighting fluid in smoker
and may result in a flash-fire or explosion when lid or door is opened.
NOTE: To extend the life of your grill, make sure that hot coals and wood do not
touch the walls of smoker.
If using pre-treated charcoal, follow all manufacturer’s warnings and instructions
regarding the use of their product. Start with 1.2 kg of charcoal in firebox. Open
the firebox air shutter approximately 2 cm to 5 cm and smoke stack damper
halfway.
Step 6
With firebox lid and smoking chamber lid open, stand back and carefully light
charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes).
When charcoal is burning strong, carefully place hot coals in center of charcoal
grates.
Step 7
With coals burning well, carefully add wood chunks using long cooking tongs (see
“Flavoring Wood” and “Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking” sections of this
manual.)
Step 8
Place food on cooking grills in smoking chamber and close both lids.
Step 9
The ideal smoking temperature is between 80 ℃ and 120 ℃. For large cuts of meat,
allow approximately one hour of cooking time per 450 g of meat. Always use a
meat thermometer to ensure food is fully cooked before removing from grill.
Step 10
Allow grill to cool completely, then follow instructions in the “After-Use Safety” and
“Proper Care & Maintenance” sections of this manual.
During the smoking process, avoid the temptation to open lid to check food. Opening
the lid allows heat and smoke to escape, making additional cooking time necessary.
Food closest to the firebox will cook and brown faster. Rotate food midway through
the cooking cycle. If food is excessively browned or flavored with smoke, wrap food
in aluminum foil after the first few hours of smoking. This will allow food to continue
cooking without further browning or smoke flavoring.
When cooking fish or extra lean cuts of meat, you may want to try water smoking to
keep the food moist. Fill water pan in cooking chamber with water or marinade until
2/3 full.
CAUTION:
CAUTION: Charcoal grate must be set at lowest level. Never raise or lower charcoal
grate when water smoking as hot water may splash onto coals creating a
burst of hot steam and coals.
Always use oven mitts/gloves to protect your hands. Liquid in water pan
will be extremely hot and can scald or burn. Always allow liquid to cool
completely before handling. Do not allow liquid to completely evaporate
from water pan.
• Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is fully cooked before removing
from smoker.
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Operating Instructions
Grilling In Smoking ChamberStep 1
Remove cooking grills from firebox and set aside. Place charcoal grate in bottom
of smoking chamber.
Step 2
Follow the instructions below carefully to build a fire. You may use charcoal and/
or wood as fuel in the Mastrcook Horizontal Smoker (see “Adding Charcoal/Wood During
Cooking” section of this manual).
NOTE: We recommend using charcoal that has been pre-treated with lighter
fluid or a charcoal chimney starter.
WARNING: DO NOT store lighter fluid or other flammable liquids, material or
charcoal that has been pre-treated with lighter fluid under or around
the grill.
If using a Charcoal Chimney Starter, follow all manufacturer’s warnings and
instructions regarding the use of their product. Start with 2.5 kg of hot
coals on charcoal grate.
Step 3
With firebox lid and smoking chamber lid open, stand back and carefully light
charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately 20
minutes). When charcoal is burning strong, carefully place hot coals in center of
firebox charcoal grate.
NOTE: To extend the life of your grill, make sure that hot coals and wood do
not touch the walls of firebox.
IF USING CHARCOAL CHIMNEY STARTER, PROCEED TO STEP 8
If you choose to use charcoal lighting fluid, ONLY use charcoal lighting fluid
approved for lighting charcoal. Do not use gasoline, kerosene, alcohol or other
flammable material for lighting charcoal. Follow all manufacturer’s warnings
and instructions regarding the use of their product. Start with 2.5 kg of
charcoal. Place the charcoal in center of cooking chamber charcoal grate.
Step 4
Saturate charcoal with lighting fluid. With firebox lid and cooking chamber lid
open wait 2 to 3 minutes to allow lighting fluid to soak into charcoal. Store
charcoal lighting fluid safely away from the grill.
Step 5
Open the firebox air vent approximately 2 cm to 5 cm and smoke stack damper
half way. With firebox lid and smoking chamber lid open, stand back and carefully light
charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes).
WARNING: Charcoal lighting fluid must be allowed to completely burn off prior
to closing firebox lid and cooking chamber lid (approximately 20
minutes). Failure to do this could trap fumes from charcoal lighting
fluid in grill and may result in a flash-fire or explosion when lid is
opened.
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Operating Instructions
IF USING LIGHTER FLUID, PROCEED TO STEP 8
If using pre-treated charcoal, follow all manufacturer’s warnings and instructions
regarding the use of their product. Start with 1.2 kg of charcoal in firebox. Open the
firebox air vent approximately 2 cm to 5 cm and smoke stack damper halfway.
Step 7
With firebox lid and smoking chamber lid open, stand back and carefully
light charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately
20 minutes). When charcoal is burning strong, carefully place hot coals in center
of charcoal grate.
Step 8
Wearing oven mitts/gloves, place the cooking grills on support frame of firebox.
WARNING: Always wear oven mitts/gloves when placing cooking grill to protect
your hands from burns.
Step 9
Place food on cooking grills and close firebox lid and smoking chamber lid.
Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is fully cooked before
removing from grill.
Step 10
Allow grill to cool completely, then follow instructions in the “After-Use Safety”
and “Proper Care & Maintenance” sections of this manual.
To obtain your favorite smoke flavor, experiment by using chunks, sticks or chips
of flavor producing wood such as hickory, pecan, apple, cherry, or mesquite.
Most fruit or nut tree wood may be used for smoke flavoring. Do not use
resinous wood such as pine as it will produce an unpleasant taste.
Wood chunks or sticks 7 cm to 10 cm long and 2 cm to 5 cm thick work best.
Unless the wood is still green, soak the wood in water for 30 minutes or wrap each piece
in foil and tear several small holes in the foil to produce more smoke and prevent
the wood from burning too quickly. A lot of wood is not required to obtain a good
smoke flavor. A recommended amount for the Big Horn Smoker is 5 to 6 wood chunks
or sticks. Experiment by using more wood for stronger smoke flavor or less
wood for milder smoke flavor.
Additional flavoring wood should not have to be added during the cooking
process. However, it may be necessary when cooking very large pieces of food.
Follow instructions and cautions in the “Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking”
section of this manual to avoid injury while adding wood.
To increase heat and air circulation, fully open firebox air vent and smokestack
damper. If increased air circulation does not raise temperature sufficiently, more
wood and/or char coal may be needed. Follow instructions in “Adding Charcoal/
Wood During Cooking” section of this manual.
To maintain the temperature, more wood and/or charcoal may need to be added
during the cooking cycle.
NOTE: Dry wood burns hotter than charcoal, so you may want to increase the
ratio of wood to charcoal to increase the cooking temperature. Hardwood
such as oak, hickory, mesquite, fruit and nut wood are an excellent fuel
because of their burning rate. When using wood as fuel, make sure the
wood is seasoned and dry. DO NOT use resinous wood such as pine as it
will produce an unpleasant taste.
Flavoring Wood
Regulating Heat
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Operating Instructions
Adding Charcoal/Wood
During Cooking
Adding Charcoal/Wood in Smoking Chamber
Additional charcoal and/or wood m
Step 1
Stand back and carefully open cooking chamber lid. Use caution since flames
can flare-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire.
Step 2
Wearing oven mitts/gloves, remove food and cooking grills.
Step 3
Stand back a safe distance and use long cooking tongs to lightly brush aside
ashes on hot coals. Use cooking tongs to add charcoal and/or wood, being
careful not to stir-up ashes and sparks. If necessary, use your Charcoal
Chimney Starter to light additional charcoal and/or wood and add to existing
fire.
WARNING: Never add charcoal lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals as
flashback may occur causing severe burns.
Step 4
When charcoal is burning strong again, wear oven mitts/gloves and carefully
replace cooking grill and food.
Step 5
Close the smoking chamber lid and allow food to continue cooking.
ay be required to maintain or increase cooking
temperature.
ADDING CHARCOAL/WOOD IN FIREBOX
Step 1
Stand back and carefully open firebox lid. Use caution since flames can flare-up
when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire.
Step 2
Wearing oven mitts/gloves, stand back a safe distance and use long cooking tongs
to lightly brush aside ashes on hot coals. Use cooking tongs to add charcoal and/or
wood, being careful not to stir-up ashes and sparks. If necessary, use your Charcoal
Chimney Starter to light additional charcoal and/or wood and add to existing fire.
WARNING: Never add charcoal lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals as flashback
may occur causing severe burns.
Step 3
When charcoal is burning strong again, close the firebox lid.
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After-Use Safety
• Always allow smoker and all components to cool completely before handling.
• Never leave coals and ashes in smoker unattended. Make sure coals and ashes are completely extinguished before
removing.
• Before smoker can be left unattended, remaining coals and ashes must be removed from smoker. Use caution to
protect yourself and property. Place remaining coals and ashes in a noncombustible metal container and completely
saturate with water. Allow coals and water to remain in metal container 24 hours prior to disposing.
• Extinguished coals and ashes should be placed a safe distance from all structures and combustible materials.
• With a garden hose, completely wet surface beneath and around the smoker to extinguish any ashes, coals or embers
which may have fallen during the cooking or cleaning process.
• Allow metal bucket or tin can and its contents to cool completely before removing. Dispose of contents properly.
• Cover and store smoker in a protected area away from children and pets.
W
ARNING
Proper Care & Maintenance
• Cure your smoker periodically throughout the year to protect against excessive rust.
• To protect your smoker from excessive rust, the unit must be properly cured and covered at all times when not in use.
• Wash cooking grills and charcoal grates with hot, soapy water, rinse well and dry. Lightly coat grills and grates with vegetable oil
or vegetable oil spray.
• Clean inside and outside of smoker by wiping off with a damp cloth. Apply a light coat of vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray to the
interior surface to prevent rusting.
• If rust appears on the exterior surface of your smoker, clean and buff the affected area with steel wool or fine grit emery cloth.
Touch-up with a good quality high-temperature resistant paint.
• Never apply paint to the interior surface. Rust spots on the interior surface can be buffed, cleaned, then lightly coated with vegetable
oil or vegetable oil spray to minimize rusting.
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