Master Forge Cbs1301l Owner's Manual

ITEM #0416522

CHARCOAL

SMOKER/GRILLER

MODEL #CBS1301L

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Safety Information ............................................................ 3

Package Contents ............................................................ 6

Hardware Contents ........................................................... 7

Preparation ................................................................. 7

Assembly Instructions ......................................................... 8

Operating Instructions ......................................................... 11

First Use ................................................................ 12

Lighting Instructions ....................................................... 12

Smoking Instructions ....................................................... 13

Grilling Instructions ........................................................ 14

Adding Additional Charcoal/Flavored Wood ..................................... 15

Adding Additional Water .................................................... 16

Controlling Flare-ups ....................................................... 18

Tips .................................................................... 18

Care and Maintenance ........................................................ 19

Warranty ................................................................... 20

Replacement Parts List ........................................................ 21

WARNING

For Outdoor Use Only (outside any enclosure)

WARNING

1. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause injury or property damage.

2. Read the installation, operation, and maintenance instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.

3. Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire or explosion, which could cause property damage, personal injury, or death.

4. This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance.

5. Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance.

6. Follow all warnings and instructions when using the appliance.

7. Keep this manual for future reference.

DANGER

Never operate this appliance unattended.

WARNING

Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or install the product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at 1-800-963-0211, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday, EST.

WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS:

• This smoker is for outdoor use only, and shall not be used in a building, garage or any other enclosed area.

• For residential use only. This smoker is NOT for commercial use.

• Never use charcoal that has been pre-treated with lighter fluid. Use only a high grade plain charcoal, charcoal/wood mixture, lump charcoal or cooking wood. The conversion to or attempted use of any other fuel source in this smoker is dangerous and will void your warranty.

• This smoker is not intended for and should never be used as a heater. TOXIC fumes can accumulate and cause asphyxiation.

• Do not use smoker for indoor cooking. Toxic carbon monoxide fumes can accumulate and cause asphyxiation.

• This smoker is safety certified for use in the United States and Canada only. Do not modify for use in any other location. Modification will result in a safety hazard and will void the warranty.

• Do NOT operate, light or use this appliance within ten (10) feet (3.05 m) of walls, structures or buildings. Do not use this appliance under any type of overhang or roof.

• Apartment Dwellers: Check with management to learn the requirements and fire codes for using a smoker in your apartment complex. If allowed, use outside on the ground floor with a ten (10) foot (3.05 m) clearance from any structure. Do not use on or under balconies.

• Do not use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting.

• Do not use in an explosive atmosphere. Keep smoker area free and clear from combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

• Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors within 25 feet (7.62 m) of this appliance.

• Do not alter smoker in any manner. Any altering will void your warranty.

• Do not use the smoker unless it is COMPLETELY assembled and all parts are securely fastened and tightened.

• This smoker should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a regular basis.

• Use only manufacturer’s factory authorized parts. The use of any part that is not factory authorized can be dangerous and will void your warranty.

• Do not use this appliance without reading “Operating Instructions” in this manual.

• Do not touch metal parts of smoker until it has completely cooled (about 45 min.) to avoid burns, unless you are wearing protective gear (pot holders, gloves, BBQ mittens, etc.).

• Never touch grates (charcoal or cooking), ashes or coals to see if they are hot.

• Do not use on wooden decks, wooden furniture or other combustible surfaces.

• Always place your smoker on a hard, non-combustible level surface. An asphalt or blacktop surface may not be acceptable for this purpose.

• Do not use in or on boats or recreational vehicles.

• Position smoker so wind cannot carry ashes to combustible surfaces.

• Do not use in high winds.

• Never lean over the smoker when lighting.

• Do not leave a lit smoker unattended. Keep children and pets away from smoker at all times.

• Do not attempt to move smoker when in use. Allow the smoker to cool (about 45 min.) before moving or storing.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

• When cooking, fire extinguishing materials shall be readily accessible. In the event of an oil/grease fire, do not attempt to extinguish with water. Use type BC dry chemical fire extinguisher or smother with dirt, sand or baking soda.

• Always open smoker lid carefully and slowly as heat and steam trapped within smoker can severely burn you.

• Do not leave smoker unattended while preheating or burning off food residue on high. If smoker has not been cleaned, a grease fire can occur that may damage the product.

• Do not place empty cooking vessels on the appliance while in operation.

• Use caution when placing anything under or in the smoker while the appliance is in operation. Use oven mitts or gloves to protect your hands, and avoid touching hot surfaces.

• Never add lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals as flashback may occur causing serious injury or damage to property.

• Always wear protective gloves when adding fuel (charcoal briquettes, wood or lump charcoal) to retain desired heat level.

• Do not remove the ashes until they are completely and fully extinguished.

• Live hot briquettes and coals can create a fire hazard.

• Always empty the charcoal pan and smoker after each use.

• Do not place fuel (charcoal briquettes, wood or lump charcoal) directly into bottom of smoker. Place fuel only on the charcoal grid.

• Do not allow charcoal to rest on the walls of smoker. Doing so will greatly reduce the life of the metal and finish of your smoker.

• Check to make sure the air vents are free of debris and ash before using the smoker.

• Make sure charcoal pan is securely and completely in place before using the smoker.

• Do not move smoker while water pan contains liquid.

• Always use the water pan designed for this smoker when using smoker.

• Always use a drip pan/ash guard designed for use with a smoker.

• Use only authorized replacement parts supplied by manufacturer.

• Always keep a thin layer of water in drip pan/ash guard to extinguish any falling ashes and embers.

• Do not allow water in water pan to completely evaporate while smoker is in use. Check water pan at least every 2 hours and add water if level is low. Add water per “Adding Additional Water” section in this manual.

• Do not remove water from water pan once food is removed. Allow smoker to cool and water to evaporate.

• Before smoker can be left unattended:

• Smoker must be cool.

• Remaining coals and ashes must be carefully removed and placed in a noncombustible metal container and saturated with water.

• Allow saturated coals and ashes to remain in a noncombustible container and saturated with water for 24 hours prior to properly disposing.

• With a garden hose, completely wet the surface beneath and around smoker to extinguish any ashes, coals or embers that may have fallen during the cooking or cleaning process.

• Extinguished coals and ashes should be placed a safe distance from all structures and combustible materials.

• Keep all electrical cords away from a hot smoker.

• Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is cooked to a safe temperature.

• Never cover entire cooking area with aluminum foil.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

• Use protective gloves when assembling this product.

• Do not force parts together as this can result in personal injury or damage to the product.

• Use caution when lifting or moving cooled smoker to prevent strains and back injuries.

• Death, serious injury or damage to property may occur if the above is not followed exactly.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65:

• Combustion by-products produced when using this product contain chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.

• Wash your hands after handling this product.

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PACKAGE CONTENTS

PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY

A B C D E

F G H

Handle Lid Temperature Gauge Cooking Grid Cooking Grid Support Water Pan Upper Smoker Body Door Water Pan Support

Charcoal Pan Lock Bottom Bowl

3 1 1 2 3 1 1 1 3 1 3 1

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HARDWARE CONTENTS (shown actual size)

M4 x 15 mm Screw

Qty. 8

M5 x 12 mm Screw

Qty. 12

M4 Wing Nut

Qty. 8

M5 Wing Nut

Qty. 12

PREPARATION

Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product.

For Easiest Assembly:

• To avoid losing any small components or hardware, assemble your product on a hard level surface that does not have cracks or openings.

• Clear an area large enough to layout all components and hardware.

• When applicable, tighten all hardware connections by hand first. Once the step is completed, go back and fully tighten all hardware.

• Follow all steps in order to properly assemble your product.

Estimated Assembly Time: 30 minutes

Tools Required for Assembly (Not Included): No. 2 Phillips Head Screwdriver

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Remove pre-assembled wing nut and washer from temperature gauge (C). Attach temperature gauge (C) to lid (B) using the pre-assembled washer and wing nut.

Attach handle (A) to lid (B) using two M5 x 12

screws (BB) and two M5 wing nuts (DD).

Hardware Used

2. Attach handles (A) to upper smoker body (G) using

M5 x 12 mm Screw x 2

M5 Wing Nut x 2

four M5 x 12 mm screws (BB) and four M5 wing nuts (DD).

Hardware Used

3. Attach door (H) to upper smoker body (G) using

Hardware Used

M5 x 12 mm Screw x 4

M5 Wing Nut x 4

two M4 x 15 mm screws (AA) and two M4 wing nuts (CC).

M4 x 15 mm Screw x 2

M4 Wing Nut x 2

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

4. Attach cooking grid supports (E) to upper smoker body (G) using three M5 x 12 mm screws (BB) and three M5 wing nuts (DD).

Hardware Used

5. Attach water pan supports (I) to upper smoker body

M5 x 12 mm Screw x 3

M5 Wing Nut x 3

(G) using three M5 x 12 mm screws (BB) and three M5 wing nuts (DD).

Hardware Used

6. Attach locks (K) to bottom bowl (L) using six M4 x

Hardware Used

M5 x 12 mm Screw x 3

M5 Wing Nut x 3

15 mm screws (AA) and six M4 wing nuts (CC).

M4 x 15 mm Screw x 6

M4 Wing Nut x 6

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

7. Insert the charcoal pan (J) into the bottom bowl (L).

8. Place smoker body assembly onto bottom bowl (L).

9. Insert the water pan (F) and cooking grids (D) into smoker body.

Place the lid (B) onto smoker body.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

To lock the smoker/grill:

Close the lid. Slide the lock forward till the sides of the lock cover the lid and bottom bowl. See 1a.

To unlock the smoker/grill:

Slide the lock backwards till the lock stops or both sides of the lock are free from the lid and bottom bowl. See 1b.

CAUTION:

• All transporting and storage should be done when smoker is cool and with the fuel supply removed.

• Always lock smoker before transporting.

Fig. 1a

Fig. 1b

To lock the door:

Rotate handle counterclockwise. See 2a.

To unlock the door:

Rotate handle clockwise. See 2b.

Fig. 2a

Fig. 2b

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

This appliance is designed for use only with quality charcoal briquettes, lump charcoal and cooking wood.

CAUTION:

• Never use charcoal that has been pre-treated with lighter fluid. Use only a high grade plain charcoal, charcoal/wood mixture, lump charcoal or cooking wood.

• Always place your smoker on a hard, non-combustible, level surface. An asphalt or blacktop surface may not be acceptable for this purpose.

• Do not use on wooden decks, wooden furniture or other combustible surfaces.

• Position smoker so wind can not carry ashes to combustible surfaces.

• Position smoker to prevent smoke from entering house through open doors or windows.

• Do not use in high winds.

First Use

1. Make sure all labels, packaging and protective films have been removed from the smoker.

2. Remove manufacturing oils before cooking on this smoker for the first time:

a. Light smoker per “Lighting Instructions” section in this manual. b. Operate smoker for at least 2 hours with the lid closed. This will “heat clean” the internal parts

and dissipate odors. c. Do not touch the exterior of the smoker or open the lid during this process. d. After the 2 hours, follow “Smoking Instructions” or “Grilling Instructions” sections in this manual.

3. Apply a protective coat: a. Remove water pan and charcoal grid from smoker. b. Apply a light coat of vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray to all interior surfaces of smoker.

CAUTION:

• Do not apply vegetable oil to charcoal grid or charcoal pan.

Lighting Instructions

CAUTION:

• Do not apply vegetable oil to charcoal grid or charcoal pan.

• Check to make sure the air vents are free of debris and ash before using the smoker.

Before each use check smoker for any damaged or loose parts. Tighten any loose parts and replace any damaged parts before using smoker.

• Make sure charcoal pan is empty and securely and completely in place before using the smoker.

1. Remove lid, cooking grids, and water pan. Set aside.

2. Place drip pan/ash guard (sold separately) under smoker to catch any ashes or drippings.

3. Make sure charcoal pan is empty and secure.

4. Arrange charcoal briquettes or other fuel on the charcoal grid. (Figure 1) Do not fill past “Max. Fill Line”.

5. Light per instructions on fuel package.

6. Allow charcoal to burn until covered with a lite ash prior to closing door and placing lid on smoker.

Note: If using flavored wood, follow instructions on flavored wood packaging.

CAUTION:

• When using a liquid starter, always check charcoal pan before lighting. Fluid can collect in the

charcoal pan and could ignite, resulting in a fire.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• Never add lighting fluid to hot or even warm

coals as flashback may occur causing serious injury or damage to property.

Smoking Instructions

1. Light smoker per “Lighting Instructions” in this manual.

2. While wearing protective gloves, carefully place water pan on water pan brackets. (Figure 2)

3. While wearing protective gloves, carefully fill water pan with water or marinade to 1 in. (2.54 cm) below the water pan rim. (Figure 3). Do not fill past “Max Fill Line”. Note: Water pan holds 2 quarts of liquid and will last about 2 – 3 hours when smoker is in use.

4. While wearing protective gloves, carefully remove the smoker lid. Make sure to open the lid away from you. This will allow the steam to escape away from you.

5. While wearing protective gloves, carefully place cooking grid on the lower cooking grid supports. (Figure 4).

6. While wearing protective gloves, carefully place food in a single layer and evenly spaced on the lower cooking grid.

7. While wearing protective gloves, carefully place other cooking grid on upper cooking grid supports. (Figure 4).

8. While wearing protective gloves, carefully place the food in a single layer and evenly spaced on the upper cooking grid.

9. While wearing protective gloves, carefully place lid on smoker.

10. Check water level per “Adding Additional Water” and charcoal per “Adding Additional Charcoal/ Flavored Wood” section in this manual.

Figure 1

Figure 2

Figure 3

MAX:

1 in.

CAUTION:

• Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is cooked to a safe temperature.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Grilling Instructions Option 1 - Grill: Direct Cooking

CAUTION:

• Always check to make sure the smoker/grill is

free of debris and ash before using the grill. Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is cooked to a safe temperature.

Cooking directly over hot coals is ideal for searing in juices and grilling food requiring less than 25 minutes of grilling time, such as steaks, hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken parts, vegetables and fruit.

1. Remove lid, cooking grids and water pan. Set aside.

2. Unlock and remove smoker body. Set aside.

3. Make sure charcoal pan is empty and secure.

4. Arrange charcoal briquettes or other fuel on the charcoal grid. (Figure 1, p. 13)

5. Light per instructions on fuel package. Leave lid off.

6. Allow fuel time to ash into glowing coals before cooking.

7. While wearing protective gloves, carefully remove the smoker lid. Make sure to open the lid away from you. This will allow the steam to escape away from you.

8. While wearing protective gloves, carefully spread hot coals evenly around charcoal grid with a long handled tool.

9. While wearing protective gloves place cooking grid on charcoal pan, place lid and allow grill to preheat.

10. While wearing protective gloves open lid and place food onto cooking grid above the hot coals with long handled tongs.

11. With lid open or closed, cook until desired internal food temperatures are achieved. Note: If additional briquettes are needed, remove food from cooking grid and while wearing protective gloves remove the cooking grid and place additional briquettes without disturbing the hot coals. Carefully replace cooking grid and food.

12. Allow charcoal to burn out by closing lid and the door. Except in the case of an emergency, do NOT pour water on hot coals.

Figure 4

WARNING:

• Never add lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals as flashback may occur causing serious injury or

damage to property.

CAUTION:

• When using a liquid starter always check charcoal pan before lighting. Fluid can collect in the

charcoal pan and could ignite resulting in a fire.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Option 2 - Grill: Indirect Cooking

CAUTION:

• Check to make sure the smoker/grill is free of debris and ash before using the grill.

Not cooking directly over hot coals is ideal for slow cooking and grilling foods requiring more than 25 minutes such as most roasts, loins, chops, whole chickens, turkey, fish and baked goods.

1. Remove lid, cooking grids and water pan. Set aside.

2. Unlock and remove smoker body. Set aside.

3. Make sure charcoal pan is empty and secure.

4. Arrange charcoal briquettes or other fuel on the charcoal grid. (Figure 1, p. 13)

5. Light per instructions on fuel package. Leave lid open.

6. Allow fuel time to ash into glowing coals before cooking.

7. While wearing protective gloves, carefully remove the smoker lid. Make sure to open the lid away from you. This will allow the steam to escape away from you.

8. While wearing protective gloves, carefully spread hot coals to the outsides of charcoal grid with a long handled tool.

9. While wearing protective gloves place cooking grid on charcoal pan, close lid and allow grill to preheat.

10. While wearing protective gloves open lid and place food onto cooking grid not directly above the hot coals with long handled tongs.

12. Allow charcoal to burn out by closing lid and all vents. Except in the case of an emergency, do NOT pour water on hot coals.

CAUTION:

• When using a liquid starter always check bottom bowl before lighting. Fluid can collect in the bottom

bowl and could ignite resulting in a fire below the bowl.

• Never add lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals as flashback may occur causing serious injury or

damage to property.

Adding Additional Charcoal/Flavored Wood

WARNING:

• Never add lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals as flashback may occur causing serious injury or

damage to property.

CAUTION:

• Never use charcoal that has been pre-treated with lighter fluid. Use only a high grade plain

charcoal, charcoal/wood mixture, lump charcoal or cooking wood.

• Open lid slowly as flare-up can occur when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with the fire.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. While wearing protective gloves, carefully remove the smoker lid. Make sure to open the lid away from you. This will allow the steam to escape away from you.

2. Using as smoker:

a. While wearing protective gloves, carefully open smoker door. Make sure to open the door

away from you. This will allow the steam to escape away from you.

b. While wearing protective gloves and using long cooking tongs, lightly brush off ashes from

hot coals.

c. While wearing protective gloves and using long cooking tongs, carefully add more charcoal

onto charcoal grid, through the door.

d. Once the new charcoal is burning strong, close the door and replace the lid on smoker.

Using as direct or indirect grill:

a. While wearing protective gloves and using long cooking tongs, remove food and cooking

grid.

b. While wearing protective gloves and using long cooking tongs, lightly brush off ashes from

hot coals.

c. While wearing protective gloves and using long cooking tongs, carefully add more charcoal

onto charcoal grid.

d. Once the new charcoal is burning strong, replace the cooking grid, food, and lid on grill.

Adding Additional Water

While using the smoker, check water level at least every 2 hours. If water is needed it can be added through top of the smoker or through the smoker side door. See instructions below. Note: Low water level can be detected by listening for the sound of water sizzling.

Adding Water Option 1 - Through Top of Smoker

CAUTION:

• Open lid slowly as flare-up can occur when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with the fire.

1. While wearing protective gloves, carefully remove the smoker lid. Make sure to open the lid away from you. This will allow the steam to escape away from you.

2. Determine water level in water pan: a. If water is needed continue to step 3. b. If water is not needed, replace lid on smoker.

3. Upper cooking grid only used:

a. While wearing protective gloves and using long cooking tongs, slide food over to one side

of cooking grid.

b. Carefully pour water into water pan to 1 inch (2.54 cm) below the water pan rim. (Figure 3,

p. 13). Do not overfill water pan.

CAUTION:

• Stand to side of smoker and use extreme caution while pouring water as it may turn directly to steam.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

c. Move food back to the proper location. d. Replace lid on smoker.

Upper and lower cooking grid used:

a. While wearing protective gloves and using long cooking tongs, remove food and upper

cooking grid.

b. While wearing protective gloves and using long cooking tongs, slide food over to one side

of lower cooking grid.

c. Carefully pour water into water pan to 1 inch (2.54 cm) below the water pan rim. (Figure 3,

p. 13). Do not overfill water pan.

CAUTION:

• Stand to side of smoker and use extreme caution while pouring water as it may turn directly to steam.

d. Move food back to the proper location on lower cooking grid. e. Replace upper cooking grid and food. f. Replace lid on smoker.

Adding Water Option 2 - Through Side of Smoker

CAUTION:

• Open lid slowly as flare-up can occur when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with the fire.

1. While wearing protective gloves, carefully open the smoker side door. Make sure to stand on the opposite side of door opening. This will allow the steam to escape away from you.

2. Determine water level in water pan: a. If water is needed continue to step 3.

b. If water is not needed, close side door on smoker.

3. Using a funnel or a container with a spout, carefully pour water into water pan to 1 inch (2.54 cm) below the water pan rim. (Figure 3, p. 13). Do not overfill water pan.

CAUTION:

• Stand to side of smoker and use extreme caution while pouring water as it may turn directly to

steam.

4. Close side door on smoker.

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Controlling Flare-ups:

WARNING:

• Do not use water on an oil/grease fire. This can cause the grease to splatter and could result in

serious burns, bodily harm or other damage.

CAUTION:

• Do not leave smoker unattended while preheating, cooking or burning off food residue. If smoker

has not been cleaned, an oil/grease fire can occur that may damage the product.

• When cooking, fire extinguishing materials shall be readily accessible. In the event of an oil/grease

fire, do not attempt to extinguish with water. Use type BC dry chemical fire extinguisher or smother with dirt, sand or baking soda.

• Flare-ups are a part of cooking meats on a smoker and add to the unique flavor of smoking.

• Excessive flare-ups can over-cook your food and cause a dangerous situation for you and your smoker.

• Excessive flare-ups result from the build-up of grease in the bottom of your smoker.

• If excessive flare-ups occur, DO NOT pour water onto the flames.

• If grease fire occurs, close the lid until the grease burns out. Use caution when opening the lid as sudden flare-ups may occur.

Minimize Flare-ups:

1. Trim excess fat from meats prior to cooking.

2. Ensure that your smoker is on a hard, level, non-combustible surface.

Tips for Better Cookouts and Longer Smoker Life

1. There is very little difference in temperature and cooking times between the upper and lower cooking grid. The food that requires the least amount of cooking time should be placed on the upper cooking grid.

2. To get the best results with your smoker, remember to keep the water pan filled with water or other liquids, keep your charcoal hot and keep the lid closed.

3. To reduce flare-ups, keep smoker clean, use lean cuts of meat (or trim fat) and avoid cooking on very high temperatures.

4. Place delicate foods like fish and vegetables in aluminum foil pouches and indirect cook or place on upper cooking levels.

5. To avoid losing natural juices, use long handled tongs or spatulas instead of forks and turn foods over just once during cooking.

6. When indirect cooking roasts and larger cuts of meat, place meat onto a roasting rack inside a heavy gauge metal pan.

7. Clean cooking grids and racks after every use with a quality smoker brush designed for your grid material. Wear protective gloves and gently remove the build-up while grids are hot.

8. Allow smoker to fully cool after every use. Then protect clean cooking grids with a light coat of cooking oil, clean out all ashes, wipe outside surfaces with a suitable kitchen cleaner and protect surfaces with a quality cover that properly fits your smoker.

9. Watch barbecue themed TV shows or purchase related barbecue cookbooks to learn helpful and interesting tips.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

CAUTION:

• Do not apply vegetable oil to charcoal grid or charcoal pan.

• All cleaning and maintenance should be done when smoker is cool (about 45 minutes) and with the

fuel supply removed.

• DO NOT clean any smoker part in a self cleaning oven. The extreme heat will damage the finish.

• Do not leave smoker unattended while preheating, cooking or burning off food residue on high. If

smoker has not been cleaned, a grease fire can occur that may damage the product.

• Do not remove the ashes until they are completely and fully extinguished.

• Always empty the charcoal pan and smoker after each use.

• Do not allow water in water pan to completely evaporate. Check water pan at least every 2 hours

and add water if level is low. Add water per “Adding Additional Water” section in this manual.

• Do not remove water from water pan once food is removed. Allow smoker to cool and water to

evaporate.

• Before smoker can be left unattended:

• Smoker must be cool.

• Remaining coals and ashes must be carefully removed and placed in a non-combustible metal

container and saturated with water.

• Allow saturated coals and ashes to remain in non-combustible container for 24 hours prior to

properly disposing.

• With a garden hose, completely wet the surface beneath and around smoker to extinguish any

ashes, coals or embers which may have fallen during the cooking or cleaning process.

• Extinguished coals and ashes should be placed a safe distance from all structures and combustible

materials.

Notices

1. Abrasive cleaners will damage this product.

2. Never use oven cleaner to clean any part of smoker.

Cleaning Surfaces

1. Clean all surfaces with warm water and mild dish washing detergent or baking soda.

2. For stubborn surfaces, use a citrus-based degreaser and a nylon scrubbing brush.

3. Rinse clean with water and dry.

Tips

1. Keep smoker covered when not in use to help prevent rust.

2. Applying a light coat of vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray to the interior surfaces of the smoker can help prevent rust. a. Remove water pan and charcoal grid from smoker. b. Apply a light coat of vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray to all interior surfaces of smoker.

CAUTION:

• Do not apply vegetable oil to charcoal grid or charcoal pan.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

The Manufacturer warrants to the original retail purchaser of this product, and to no other person, that if this product is assembled and operated in accordance with the printed instructions accompanying it, then for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase, all parts in such product shall be free from defects in material and workmanship. The Manufacturer may require reasonable proof of your date of purchase. Therefore, you should retain your sales slip or invoice. This Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of parts, which prove defective under normal use and service and which The Manufacturer shall determine in its reasonable discretion upon examination to be defective. Before returning any parts, you should contact The Manufacturer’s Customer Service Department using the contact information listed below. If The Manufacturer confirms, after examination, a defect covered by this Limited Warranty in any returned part, and if The Manufacturer approves the claim, The Manufacturer will replace such defective part without charge. If you return defective parts, transportation charges must be prepaid by you. The Manufacturer will return replacement parts to the original retail purchaser, freight or postage prepaid.

This Limited Warranty does not cover any failures or operating difficulties due to accident, abuse, misuse, alteration, misapplication, improper installation or improper maintenance or service by you or any third party, or failure to perform normal and routine maintenance on the product as set out in this owner’s manual. In addition, the Limited Warranty does not cover damage to the finish, such as scratches, dents, discoloration, rust or other weather damage, after purchase.

This Limited Warranty is in lieu of all other express warranties. The Manufacturer disclaims all warranties for products that are purchased from sellers other than authorized retailers or distributors, including the warranty of merchantability or the warranty of fitness for a particular purpose. THE MANUFACTURER ALSO DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. THE MANUFACTURER SHALL HAVE NO LIABILITY TO PURCHASER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR ANY SPECIAL, INDIRECT, PUNITIVE, INCIDENTAL, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. The Manufacturer further disclaims any implied or express warranty of, and assumes no responsibility for, defects in workmanship caused by third parties.

This Limited Warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights; a purchaser may have other rights depending upon where he or she lives. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special, incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long a warranty lasts, so the above exclusion and limitations may not apply to everyone.

The Manufacturer does not authorize any person or company to assume for it any other obligation or liability in connection with the sale, installation, use, removal, return, or replacement of its equipment, and no such representations are binding on The Manufacturer.

For warranty service call, 1-800-963-0211, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday, EST.

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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST

For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-800-963-0211, 8 a.m. - 6 p.m., Monday - Thursday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Friday, EST.

Part Description Part #

B C D

F G H

Handle Lid Temperature Gauge Cooking Grid Cooking Grid Support Water Pan Upper Smoker Body Door Water Pan Support

Charcoal Pan Lock Bottom Bowl

55-11-250 55-11-251 55-11-252 55-11-253 55-11-254 55-11-255 55-23-612 55-23-613 55-23-614 55-11-260 55-11-261 55-11-262

Printed in China

Master Forge and M Design® is a registered

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