Brinkmann AHUMADOR A CARBON User manual

CHARCOAL SMOKER
AHUMADOR A CARBÓN
Heavy-Duty Charcoal/Wood Smoker Grill
Ahumador de Carbón o Madera con Parrilla de Uso Fuerte
WARNING/ADVERTENCIA
HAZARDOUS EXPLOSION MAY RESULT IF THESE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS ARE IGNORED. READ AND
FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, INCLUDING
DEATH OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
SE PUEDE PRODUCIR UNA EXPLOSIÓN PELIGROSA SI SE HACE CASO OMISO A ESTAS ADVERTENCIAS E
INSTRUCCIONES. LEA Y SIGA TODAS LAS ADVERTENCIAS E INSTRUCCIONES EN ESTE MANUAL PARA
EVITAR LESIONES PERSONALES, INCLUSO LA MUERTE, O LOS DAÑOS MATERIALES.
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INSTRUCCIONES DE ARMADO Y OPERACIÓN
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
GUARDE ESTE MANUAL PARA REFERENCIA FUTURA
NOTICE TO INSTALLER:
LEAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS WITH
THE GRILL OWNER FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
AVISO PARA EL
INSTALADOR:
ENTREGUE ESTAS INSTRUCCIONES
AL PROPIETARIO DE LA PARRILLA
PARA REFERENCIA FUTURA.
OWNER’S MANUAL / MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO
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IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS
WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR SMOKER 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 SMOKER.
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 SMOKER.
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WARNING
• Only use this smoker on a hard, level, non-combustible, stable surface (concrete, ground, etc.) capable of supporting the weight of the
smoker. Never use on wooden or other surfaces that could burn.
• Proper clearance of 10 feet between the smoker and combustible material (bushes, trees, wooden decks, fences, buildings, etc.) or construction
should be maintained at all times when smoker is in use. Do not place smoker under a roof overhang or other enclosed area.
• FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. Do not operate smoker indoors or in an enclosed area.
• For household use only. Do not use this smoker 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 smoker.
• When using charcoal lighting fluid, allow charcoal to burn with smoker box door open until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 min-
utes). This will allow charcoal lighting fluid to burn off. Failure to do this could trap fumes from charcoal lighting fluid in smoker and may
result in a flash fire or explosion when smoker box door 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 smoker in an area where children and pets cannot come into contact with unit. Close supervision is necessary when
smoker is in use.
• Do not leave smoker 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.
• To avoid overturning/spilling pan of hot liquid, never pull water pan bracket out more than 4”. Refer to the illustration in “Adding Water
During Cooking” section of this manual.
• Do not store or use smoker near gasoline or other flammable liquids, gases or where flammable vapors may be present.
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WARNING
• Smoker is hot when in use. To avoid burns:
• DO NOT attempt to move the smoker.
• Wear protective gloves or oven mitts.
• DO NOT touch any hot smoker surfaces.
• DO NOT wear loose clothing or allow hair to come in contact with smoker.
• Use caution since flames can flare-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire. When opening the door, keep hands, face and
body a safe distance from hot steam and flame flare-ups.
• Do not allow charcoal and/or wood to rest on the walls of smoker. Doing so will greatly reduce the life of the metal and finish of you
smoker.
• Use caution when assembling and operating your smoker to avoid scrapes or cuts from possible sharp edges of metal parts. Use caution
when reaching into or under smoker.
• In windy weather, place smoker in an outdoor area that is protected from the wind.
• Never leave coals and ashes in smoker unattended. Before smoker can be left unattended, remaining coals and ashes must be removed
from smoker. 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 and flammable materials.
• 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.
• After each use and the smoker has cooled completely, clean the smoker thoroughly and reapply a light coat of oil to interior to prevent
rusting. Cover the smoker 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 smoker out of reach of children and in a dry location when not in use.
• Do not attempt to service smoker 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 SMOKER.
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 - VERTICAL SMOKER:
1 Smoker box
2 Cooking grills
1 Water pan
1 Water pan bracket
1 Wire Rack
4 Legs
1 Charcoal pan
2 Door handles
1 Temperature gauge
2 Side handles
8 Side rails
4 Air vent dampers
PARTS BAG CONTAINS:
20 M6 X 12 mm Phillips head bolts
4 M5 X 10 mm Phillips head bolts
8 M6 nuts
4 Star washers
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.
FOR COVERS, ACCESSORIES AND OTHER PRODUCTS, PLEASE VISIT US ONLINE AT:
www.brinkmann.net
(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 tool is required to assemble this
Vertical Smoker:
• Adjustable Wrench
• Phillips Screwdriver
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Choose a good, cleared assembly area and get a friend
to help you put your smoker together. Carefully remove
all components from Smoker Box. Lay cardboard down
to protect smoker finish and assembly area.
Step 1
Mount the door handle with two M5 X 10 mm
bolts. Insert each bolt through the door from the
inside. Then thread the bolts into the handle.
Tighten each bolt securely. Repeat steps for
bottom door.
Step 2
Attach side handles to smoker using four
M6 X 12 mm Phillips head bolts, star washers and
M6 nuts.
WARNING: Use caution when lifting or moving
smoker to prevent strains and back
injuries. Moving smoker may require the
help of an additional person.
NOTE: With the help of a friend, turn the smoker box
upside down. Make sure door is securely
latched to avoid injury.
Step 3
Attach legs to bottom of smoker using twelve
M6 X 12 mm Phillips head bolts.
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WARNING: Use caution when lifting or moving
smoker to prevent strains and back
injuries. Moving smoker may require
the help of an additional person.
NOTE: With the help of a friend, turn the smoker
box with legs to an upright position.
Step 4
Attach four air vent dampers to sides of
smoker box using four M6 X 12 mm Phillips
head bolts and M6 nuts.
Step 5
Insert eight side rails into smoker box sides.
These will form the shelves for the cooking
grills and water pan bracket and charcoal pan.
Step 6
Place the charcoal pan into the bottom shelves
of the smoker box.
Step 7
Place the water pan into the water pan
bracket. Place the water pan bracket onto the
shelves above the charcoal pan.
Step 8
Place the cooking grills onto the two upper
smoker box shelves.
Cooking Grill
Cooking Grill
Water Pan
Water Pan Bracket
Wire Rack
Charcoal Pan
Side Rails
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Vertical Smoker (assembled)
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PREPARATION FOR USE
& LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
PLACE THE SMOKER 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 SMOKER AWAY FROM OPEN WINDOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT SMOKE FROM ENTERING YOUR
HOUSE. IN WINDY WEATHER, PLACE THE SMOKER IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT IS PROTECTED FROM THE WIND.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.
Prior to your first use of the Brinkmann Vertical Smoker, follow the
instructions below carefully to cure your smoker. Curing your smoker will
minimize damage to the exterior finish as well as rid the smoker of paint odor
that can impart unnatural flavors to the first meal prepared on your Brinkmann
Vertical Smoker.
IMPORTANT: To protect your smoker from excessive rust, the unit must be
properly cured and covered at all times when not in use. A cover
for your Vertical Smoker may be ordered directly from
Brinkmann by calling 1-800-468-5252.
Step 1
Remove water pan from smoker. Lightly coat all interior surfaces of the
Vertical Smoker including cooking grills with vegetable oil or vegetable oil
spray. Do not coat charcoal pan.
Step 2
Follow the instructions below carefully to build a fire. You may use charcoal
and/or a charcoal/wood mixture as fuel in the Vertical Smoker (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. You will need to remove the
lower cooking grills to allow enough clearance for a Charcoal Chimney
Starter. Start with 5 to 6 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
pan then replace cooking grills.
NOTE: To extend the life of your smoker, make sure that hot coals and
wood do not touch the walls of smoker.
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 5 to
6 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 pan.
Curing Your Smoker
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Step 3
Saturate charcoal with lighting fluid. With smoker box door open wait 2 to 3
minutes to allow lighting fluid to soak into charcoal. Store charcoal lighting
fluid safely away from the smoker.
Step 4
With smoker box door open, stand back and carefully light charcoal. 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 smoker box door (approximately 20 minutes).
Failure to do this could trap fumes from charcoal lighting fluid in
smoker box and may result in a flash-fire or explosion when door
is opened.
Step 5
With coals burning strong, close the smoker box door. Allow the charcoal to
burn uninterrupted for 2 hours.
Step 6
Increase the temperature on the heat indicator. This can be achieved by
adjusting the air vent dampers or by adding more charcoal and/or
charcoal/wood mixture (see “Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking”
section of this manual). Maintain the fire for 1 hour then allow unit to cool
completely.
NOTE: It is important that the exterior of the smoker is not scraped or
rubbed during the curing process.
IMPORTANT: To protect your smoker from excessive rust, the unit must be
cured periodically and covered at all times when not in use.
A cover can be ordered directly from Brinkmann by calling
1-800-468-5252.
YOUR BRINKMANN VERTICAL SMOKER IS NOW CURED
AND READY FOR USE.
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Step 1
Remove water pan bracket and water pan from smoker. Follow instructions
below carefully to build a fire. You may use charcoal and/or charcoal/wood
mixture as fuel in the Vertical Smoker (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. You will need to remove the
lower cooking grills to allow enough clearance for a Charcoal Chimney
Starter. Start with 5 to 6 pounds of charcoal. When charcoal is burning
strong, carefully place hot coals in center of charcoal pan and replace
cooking grills.
NOTE: To extend the life of your smoker, make sure that hot coals and wood
do not touch the walls of smoker
IF USING CHARCOAL CHIMNEY STARTER, PROCEED TO STEP 4
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 5 to 6 pounds of charcoal on charcoal pan.
Step 2
Saturate charcoal with lighting fluid. With smoker box door open wait 2 to 3
minutes to allow lighting fluid to soak into charcoal. Store charcoal lighting
fluid safely away from the smoker.
Step 3
With smoker box door open, stand back and carefully light charcoal and
allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes).
Charcoal lighting fluid must be allowed to completely burn off prior to
closing smoker box door.
WARNING: Failure to do this could trap fumes from charcoal lighting fluid in
smoker box and may result in a flash-fire or explosion when door
is opened.
Step 4
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.)
Smoking
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
PLACE THE SMOKER 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 SMOKER AWAY FROM OPEN WINDOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT
SMOKE FROM ENTERING YOUR HOUSE. IN WINDY WEATHER, PLACE THE SMOKER IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT
IS PROTECTED FROM THE WIND.
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.
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