BRINKMAN Smoke King Deluxe User manual

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OWNER’S MANUAL
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO AVOID
PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
SMOKE KING
DELUXE
Heavy-Duty Charcoal/Wood Smoker & Grill
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR COOKER AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE.
THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
IS TO ATTRACT YOUR ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE HAZARDS AS YOU ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR COOKER.
WHEN YOU SEE THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL, PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION WHICH FOLLOWS!
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR COOKER.
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WARNING
• Only use this cooker on a hard, level, non-combustible, stable surface (concrete, ground, etc.) capable of supporting the weight of
the cooker. Never use on wooden or other surfaces that could burn.
• DO NOT use cooker without charcoal ash tray in place. DO NOT attempt to remove charcoal ash tray while tray contains hot coals.
• Proper clearance of 10 feet between the cooker and combustible material (bushes, trees, wooden decks, fences, buildings, etc.) or
construction should be maintained at all times when cooker is in use. Do not place cooker under a roof overhang or other enclosed area.
• FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. Do not operate cooker indoors or in an enclosed area.
• For household use only. Do not use this cooker 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 cooker.
• When using charcoal lighting fluid, allow charcoal to burn with firebox lid 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
cooker and may result in a flash fire or explosion when lid is opened.
• Never use charcoal that has been pre-treated with lighter fluid. Use only a high grade plain charcoal or charcoal/wood mixture.
• 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 cooker in an area where children and pets cannot come into contact with unit. Close supervision is necessary when
cooker is in use.
• Do not leave cooker 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 cooker near gasoline or other flammable liquids, gases or where flammable vapors may be present.
Cooker is hot when in use. To avoid burns:
• DO NOT attempt to move the cooker.
• Lock the wheels so the unit does not accidentally move.
• Wear protective gloves or oven mitts.
• DO NOT touch any hot cooker surfaces.
• DO NOT wear loose clothing or allow hair to come in contact with cooker.
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WARNING
•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.
•Never place more than 15 pounds on front shelf. Do not lean on the front shelf.
•Do not exceed a temperature of 400°F. Do not allow charcoal and/or wood to rest on the walls of cooker. Doing so will greatly
reduce the life of the metal and finish of your cooker.
•Use caution when assembling and operating your cooker to avoid scrapes or cuts from sharp edges of metal parts. Use caution
when reaching into or under cooker.
•When opening firebox 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 cooker in an outdoor area that is protected from the wind.
•Close lid to suffocate flame.
•Never leave coals and ashes in cooker unattended. Before cooker can be left unattended, remaining coals and ashes must be
removed from cooker. 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 cooker to extinguish any ashes, coals or embers which may
have fallen during the cooking or cleaning process.
•After each use, clean the cooker thoroughly and reapply a light coat of oil to interior to prevent rusting. Cover the cooker to
protect it from excessive rusting.
•Use caution when lifting or moving smoker to prevent strains and back injuries. Moving smoker may require the help of an
additional person.
•We advise that a fire extinguisher be on hand. Refer to your local authority to determine proper size and type of fire extinguisher.
•Accessory attachments not manufactured by The Brinkmann Corporation for this particular product are not recommended and
may lead to personal injury or property damage.
•Store the cooker out of reach of children and in a dry location when not in use.
•Do not attempt to service cooker other than normal maintenance as explained in “After-Use Safety”and “Proper Care &
Maintenance”sections of this manual. Repairs should be performed by The Brinkmann Corporation only.
•Properly dispose of all packaging material.
USE CAUTION AND COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR COOKER.
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.
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PARTS LIST - SMOKE KING DELUXE:
1 Chimney
1 Firebox lid
1 Smoker box
1 Smoker box door
1 Firebox lid hinge
1 Firebox
1 Cart frame
1 Temperature gauge
2 Shelf brackets
6 Skewers
1 Front shelf
2 Rib racks
1 Rib rack stand
2 Locking casters
1 Axle with hub nuts on ends
1 Water pan
2 Wheels
1 Firebox cooking grill
1 Water pan bracket
4 Hanging rods
24 Hooks
1 Charcoal grate
1 Charcoal tray
2 Smoker box cooking grills
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR COOKER.
FOR MISSING PARTS, PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-527-0717.
(Proof of purchase will be required.)
Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.
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We recommend two people work together
when assembling this unit.
The following tools are required to assemble
this Smoke King Deluxe:
•Pliers
•Phillips & Flathead Screwdrivers
•Adjustable Wrench
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Parts Bag Contents
10 10mm hex nuts
6 10 X 20mm hex bolts
1 Smoker box door handle
4 10 X 50mm hex bolts
1 Firebox lid handle
4 6mm hex nuts
1 Handle spring
1 Washer
2 Cotter pins
4 6 X 12mm phillips screws
1 8mm hex nut
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Choose a good, cleared assembly area and get a
friend to help you put your cooker together. Lay
cardboard down to protect cooker finish and
assembly area.
Step 1
Turn the cart frame upside down.
Step 2
Attach locking casters to the bottom of cart
frame. Screw into holes and tighten with an
adjustable wrench.
Step 3
Remove the hub nut from one end of the axle.
Slide a wheel onto the axle, then insert the axle
through the cart frame. Slide the other tire onto
the axle, attach the hub nut, and tighten with an
adjustable wrench.
NOTE: With the help of a friend, turn the cart
frame to an upright position.
Step 4
Remove the door from the smoker box by lifting
it off its hinges.
Hub nut
Wheel
Axle
Cart Frame
Caster Cart Frame
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Step 5
Remove the firebox side door by lifting it
off its hinges. This will reduce the weight
of the box and make it easier to handle in
Steps 7 and 8.
Step 6
Turn the smoker box on its side, with the
cut out side facing up.
Step 7
With the help of a friend, set the firebox
on top of the smoker box with the cut out
side facing down. Line up the bolt holes in
the firebox and smoker box. While a
friend holds the firebox in place, insert
six 10 X 20mm hex bolts and fasten with
six 10mm hex nuts. Tighten with an
adjustable wrench.
WARNING: Use caution when lifting or
moving smoker to prevent
strains and back injuries. Moving
smoker may require the help of
an additional person.
Step 8
With the help of a friend, lift the smoker
and firebox assembly onto the cart frame.
Attach the smoker and firebox assembly to
the cart frame using four 10 X 50 hex bolts
and 10mm hex nuts.
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Step 9
Attach the smoker box door to the
smoker box by sliding the hinge pins into
the hinge holes on the smoker box.
Step 10
Set the firebox lid on the firebox, sliding
the hinge pin into the hinge hole. Slide
the firebox lid hinge into the
corresponding hinge hole and insert the
cotter pin.
Step 11
Attach the firebox side door by sliding the
hinge pins onto the hinge holes of the
firebox.
Step 12
Attach the firebox lid handle by inserting
the handle through the hole in the firebox
lid. Secure with the 8mm hex nut.
Step 13
Attach the smoker box handle by
inserting the handle through the hole in
smoker box door. Place the handle spring
and washer onto the handle. Compress
the spring and washer to the door and
insert the cotter pin to secure.
Step 14
Attach one shelf bracket to the front of
the firebox using two 6 X 12mm phillips
screws and two 6mm hex nuts.
Step 15
Place the front shelf onto the shelf
bracket by inserting shelf on to lower
bracket pin. Place the other bracket into
shelf support then attach. While a friend
holds the shelf in place, attach the other
shelf bracket using two 6 X 12mm
phillips screws and two 6mm hex nuts.
8mm hex nut
Firebox Lid
Firebox Handle
Smoker Box Handle
Smoker Door Cotter Pin
Spring
Washer
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Step 16
Place the charcoal tray, charcoal grate and
grill into the firebox.
Step 17
Place the water pan into the water pan
bracket. Place the water pan bracket into
the bottom brackets of the smoker box.
Step 18
Place the rib rack stand into the smoker
box at the desired level. Place the rib racks
into the holes in the rib rack stand.
Step 19
Hang the hooks from the hanging rods.
Place the hanging rods into the smoker
box at the desired level, placing the angled
parts of the hanging rods into the holes in
the smoker box shelves.
Step 20
Place the smoker box cooking grills into
the smoker box at the desired level.
Step 21
Place the chimney over the hole on top of
smoker box.
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PREPARATION FOR USE
& LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
PLACE THE COOKER 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 COOKER AWAY FROM OPEN WINDOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT SMOKE FROM ENTERING YOUR
HOUSE. IN WINDY WEATHER, PLACE THE COOKER IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT IS PROTECTED FROM THE WIND.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR COOKER.
Prior to your first use of the Brinkmann Smoke King Deluxe, follow the
instructions below carefully to cure your cooker. Curing your cooker will
minimize damage to the exterior finish as well as rid the cooker of paint
odor that can impart unnatural flavors to the first meal prepared on your
Brinkmann Smoke King Deluxe.
IMPORTANT: To protect your cooker from excessive rust, the unit must
be properly cured and covered at all times when not in use.
A cover for your Smoke King Deluxe may be ordered
directly from Brinkmann by calling 1-800-468-5252.
Step 1
Lightly coat all interior surfaces of the Smoke King Deluxe including
cooking grill with vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray. Do not coat
charcoal grate or charcoal tray.
Step 2
Follow the instructions below carefully to build a fire. You may use
charcoal and/or wood as fuel in the Smoke King Deluxe (see “Adding
Charcoal/Wood During Cooking”section of this manual).
WARNING: Never use charcoal that has been pre-treated with lighter
fluid. Use only a high grade plain charcoal or charcoal/wood
mixture.
If using a Charcoal Chimney Starter, follow all manufacturer’s warnings
and instructions regarding the use of their product. Start with 8 to 10
pounds of charcoal. This should be enough charcoal to cook with,
once the curing process has been completed. When charcoal is
burning strong, carefully place hot coals in center of charcoal grate.
WARNING: DO NOT use cooker without charcoal ash tray in place.
DO NOT attempt to remove charcoal ash tray while tray
contains hot coals.
NOTE: To extend the life of your cooker, make sure that hot coals and
wood do not touch the walls of cooker.
IF USING CHARCOAL CHIMNEY STARTER, PROCEED TO STEP 5
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 8 to 10 pounds of charcoal. This should be enough
charcoal to cook with, once the curing process has been completed.
Place the charcoal in center of charcoal grate.
Curing Your Cooker
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