Dyna-Glo DGSS962CBO-D User manual

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Heavy-Duty
Charcoal Grill &
Offset Smoker
MODEL #DGSS962CBO-D /
DGSS962CBO
Español p. 27
Français p. 53
ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE
Serial Number ________________________________ Purchase Date _________________________________
70-10-585 Rev. 9/21/16
Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our
customer service department at 1-877-447-4768, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CST,
Monday – Friday or log on to [email protected].

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Information ...................................................................................................................... 2
Package Contents ...................................................................................................................... 4
Hardware Contents .................................................................................................................... 5
Preparation ................................................................................................................................. 5
Assembly Instructions ................................................................................................................ 6
Operation Instructions ................................................................................................................. 18
Tips On Smoking ......................................................................................................................... 21
Care and Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 23
Warranty ...................................................................................................................................... 24
Replacement Parts List .............................................................................................................. 25
Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate, or
install the product. If you have any questions regarding the product, call our customer service
department at 1-877-447-4768, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. CST, Monday - Friday or log on to
[email protected].
Use caution when lifting and moving the unit to avoid back strain or back injury. Do not move
the unit while it is in use.
• DO NOT operate the unit near or under flammable or combustible materials such as decks,
porches or carports.
• A minimum clearance to combustible construction is 36 in. (91.4 cm) from sides and back.
•DO NOT operate the unit under overhead construction.
• DO NOT use this smoker and grill as a heater.
• Operate the unit on a stable, level, noncombustible surface such as asphalt, concrete, or
solid ground.
• DO NOT operate the unit on flammable material such as carpet or wood deck.
• Use caution when assembling and operating this unit to avoid cuts and scrapes from edges.
SAFETY INFORMATION

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SAFETY INFORMATION
• DO NOT use this product in a manner other than its intended purpose. It is NOT intended for
commercial use. It is NOT intended to be installed or used in or on a recreational vehicle
and/or boats.
• DO NOT store this unit near gasoline or other combustible liquids or where other combustible
vapors may be present.
• DO NOT use or store or operate this unit in an area accessible to children or pets. Store this
unit in a dry protected location.
• DO NOT leave the unit unattended while in use.
• DO NOT leave hot ashes unattended, until the unit cools completely.
• DO NOT move the unit while in use, or while ashes are still hot. Allow the unit to cool completely
before moving or storing.
• NEVER use gasoline, kerosene, Zippo/Ronson lighter fluid, or other highly volatile fluids as a starter.
• Always cook your food on the grate after the flame is burned out.
• Dispose of cold ashes by wrapping them in heavy-duty aluminum foil and placing in a
noncombustible container. Make sure that there are no other combustible materials in or near
the container.
• If you must dispose of ashes in less time than it takes for the ashes to completely cool down,
remove the ashes from the unit using heat-resistant gloves along with long metal tongs or
fireplace shovel. Place the coals in aluminum foil and soak them completely with water before
disposing of them in a noncombustible container.
• Allow the unit to cool completely before conducting any routine cleaning or maintenance.
• This product will be hot during and after use. Use insulated oven mitts, or gloves, for protection
from hot surfaces or splatter from cooking liquids.
• Grease or other liquids inside the grease cup will be hot after using this appliance. Allow the
grease cup to completely cool before removing or disposing. If the grease cup must be removed
before it's allowed to completely cool, use heat resistant gloves or mitts for removal or disposal.
• Use caution when opening the primary door and offset lid of the unit while in operation. Keep
hands, face and body safe from hot steam or flare-ups. DO NOT inhale smoke.
• DO NOT wear loose clothing while operating the unit. Tie back long hair while operating the unit.
• ALWAYS wear shoes that fully cover your feet while operating the unit.
• NEVER use glassware, plastic or ceramic cookware on or in the unit. Use metallic cookware only.
• Use of accessories not intended for this unit is not recommended and may lead to injury or
property damage.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
Fuels used in wood and charcoal burning appliances and the products of combustion of such
fuels contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm. This product contains chemicals, including lead and lead compounds, known to
the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling.

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PACKAGE CONTENTS
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PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
A Cooking grate - offset 2
B Charcoal grate - offset 1
C Grill body 1
D Offset top section 1
E Offset bottom section 1
F Offset damper plate 1
G Access tray 1
H Side handle - access tray 1
I Offset lid bracket 1
J Offset support bracket 1
K Right legs - front / rear 2
L Wheel axle 1
M Grease cup support 1
N Shelf bracket - right 1
O Shelf bracket - left 1
P Wheels 2
Q Bottom shelf 1
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
R Front shelf 1
S Left legs - front / rear 2
T Side handle - grill body 1
U Smoke stack gasket 1
V Temperature gauge 1
W Smoke stack 1
X Smoke stack damper 1
Y Charcoal grate - grill body 3
Z Cooking grate - grill body 3
A1 Lid assembly 1
B1 Offset lid handle 1
C1 Offset lid 1
D1 Small damper plate -
grill body 4
E1 Large damper plate -
grill body 1
A
A
C
E
N
B
D
M
S
H
Q
L
P
R
F
G
JI
K
T
A
U
WV
Y
X
D1
C1
Z
A1 B1
E1
O

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HARDWARE CONTENTS
PREPARATION
Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with
package contents list and hardware contents above. If any part is missing or damaged, do
not attempt to assemble the product. Contact customer service for replacement parts.
Estimated Assembly Time: 30 minutes
Tools Required for Assembly (not included): Phillips Screwdriver, Adjustable Wrench
BB CC
M6 x 12
Bolt
Qty. 48
DD
M6 Nut
Qty. 33
AA EE
M12 Nut
Qty. 2
M6 Lock Nut
Qty. 1
M6 Flat
Washer
Qty. 16

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:This unit is HEAVY! Do not attempt to
handle this unit without assistance!
1. Remove the pre-installed bolt and washer from
the left lid hinge on the grill body (C) and slide the
lid (A1) off the grill body hinges.
2. Attach the left front leg (S) and right front leg (K)
using four M6 x 12 bolts (AA), four M6 nuts (BB)
and four M6 flat washers (CC) per leg.
Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 8
1
2
K
BB
C
AA
BB M6 Nut x 8
A1
S
CC
CC M6 Flat Washer x 8
Pre-installed
Hardware

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3. Before attaching the rear legs, insert the bottom
shelf (Q) posts into the holes located on all four
legs. WIth the bottom shelf (Q) securely in place,
attach the left rear leg (S) and right rear leg (K)
using four M6 x 12 bolts (AA), four M6 nuts (BB)
and four M6 flat washers (CC), per leg.
4. Insert the wheel axle (L) through the holes on the
right legs (K) and attach the left and right wheel (P)
using one M12 nut (DD) per side.
L
K
K
S
DD
3
4
Hardware Used
DD M12 Nut x 2
AA
P
Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 8
BB M6 Nut x 8
CC M6 Flat Washer x 8
Q

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
5. Attach side handle (T) to the left side of the grill
body (C) using four M6 x 12 bolts (AA) and four
M6 nuts (BB).
6. Place the smoke stack gasket (U) between the
grill body (C) and the smoke stack (W) and attach
using four M6 x 12 bolts (AA) and four M6 nuts (BB).
C
U
6
Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 4
T
C
BB
5
BB M6 Nut x 4
AA
BB
Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 4
BB M6 Nut x 4
W
AA

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
7. Attach the smoke stack damper (X) using the
preinstalled spring and nut.
8. Attach the offset support bracket (J) to the right
front and rear legs (K) using two M6 x 12 bolts (AA).
X
AA
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Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 2
J
8
K

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
9. Insert the edge of the offset lid bracket (I) into
the slotted opening on the offset top section (D).
Attach using one M6 x 12 bolt (AA) and one M6
nut (BB).
10. Attach the offset bottom section (E) to the top
section (D) using six M6 x 12 bolts (AA). 10
I
D
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Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 1
Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 6
E
D
BB
AA
BB M6 Nut x 1
AA

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
11. Attach one M6 x 12 bolt (AA) into each side of the
opening on the offset top section (D), as shown.
Leave about 1/4" (6mm) of the bolt exposed.
12. Insert each of the exposed bolts into the keyholes
located on both sides of the smoker body (C)
opening. Allow the bolts to slide down to the
bottom of the keyhole before tightening. C
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Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 2
AA D

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
13. Use four M6 x 12 bolts (AA) to complete the
smoker box attachment.
14. Attach the offset support bracket (J) using two
M6 x 12 bolts (AA) and two M6 nuts (BB). 14
13
AA
Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 4
Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 2
BB M6 Nut x 2 J
AA
BB

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
15. Insert the end of the grease cup support (M) into
the hole located on the bottom of the smoker
body (C). Thread the support through the hole
until the support is hanging as shown.
Note: This grill does not include a container for
catching grease or liquids from inside the smoker
body. Use a discarded aluminum can with
minimum diameter of 2 1/4" (58mm) and slide
the top lip of the can onto the grease cup support
(M) as shown. See Page 3 for disposing the can
after use.
16. Attach the right shelf bracket (N) to the grill
body (C), using two M6 x 12 bolts (AA) and two
M6 nuts (BB), and insert the shelf support wire
into the bracket, as shown. Insert the shelf
supports into the left shelf bracket (O), before
securing the bracket with two M6 x 12 bolts (AA)
and two M6 nuts (BB).
BB
C
15
C
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Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 4
BB M6 Nut x 4
AA
N
M
O

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
17. Attach the offset lid handle (B1) to the offset lid
(C1) using the pre-installed bolts, washers
and nuts.
18. Attach the offset lid (C1) to the offset firebox using
the pre-installed bolt and washer. 18
C1
B1
17
Preinstalled bolt
and washer
C1

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
19. Attach the side handle (H) to the access tray (G)
using two M6 x 12 bolts (AA) and two M6 nuts (BB).
20. Attach the offset damper plate (F) to the inside of
the the access tray (G) using one M6 x 12 bolt (AA)
and one M6 lock nut (EE).
H
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G
Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 1
EE M6 Lock Nut x 1
AA
BB
Hardware Used
AA M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 2
BB M6 Nut x 2
FG
AA
EE

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
21. Place the offset charcoal grate (B) inside the
access tray (G) and slide the tray into the offset
smoker box.
22. Attach the lid assembly (A1) to the hinges on the
grill body (C) using the pre-installed bolt
and washer.
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B
21
A1
G
C

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
23. Attach the temperature gauge (V) by inserting the
probe through the threaded opening on the lid (A1)
and turning clockwise. Do not remove the
pre-installed nut prior to attaching the gauge.
NOTE: The alignment of the temperature gauge
can be adjusted by turning the pre-installed nut
clockwise (or counter-clockwise) prior to install-
ing.
23 VA1
24. Install the offset cooking grates (A) on the top
support rails inside the offset smoker box. Install
the charcoal grates (Y) on the bottom support
rails inside the grill body (C). Install the primary
cooking grates (Z) on the top support rails inside
the grill body (C).
Optional Step for Installing the Damper Plates
Remove the primary cooking grates (Z) and lean
the large damper plate (E1) over the opening on
the inside of the grill body (C) as shown. The
remaining (small) damper plates (D1) can be
placed on the support rail as desired.
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A
C
Z
E1
Y
D1

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE FIRST USE
Remove all hangings or plastic straps, if present.
It is important to "season" your grill and smoker, prior to cooking food. Seasoning seals the
paint and interior of your smoker to enhance flavoring, durability and overall performance.
To season your grill and smoker, simply use it as you normally would without adding food. You will
need to follow all of the lighting and operating procedures in the next few sections of this manual.
Seasoning the Grill
Using the recommended amount of charcoal (listed below), burn the grill for at least 30-45 minutes.
Seasoning the Offset Smoker Box
Using your desired flavoring woods and marinades, along with the recommended amount of charcoal (listed
below), burn your smoker at low temperature (around 175°F/79.4°C) for 45 – 60 minutes.
Allow the smoker to completely cool before cleaning out the wood chips and charcoal.
Lighting Instructions for Cooking with Offset Smoker
DO NOT USE PRETREATED, MATCH-LIGHT CHARCOAL with this smoker. Only use standard,
untreated briquettes or lump charcoal and ONLY use charcoal lighting fluid approved for lighting charcoal.
Do not use lighter fluid, paint thinners, gasoline, kerosene, alcohol or other flammable material for
lighting charcoal. Damage to the unit may occur with the use of match-light charcoal.
Start with at least 2 lbs. (.91 kgs.) of charcoal (35-40 standard briquettes).
Make adjustments as needed when cooking in colder climates or during high winds, and/or when fair
amounts of precipitation are present.
Step 1
Note: Please refer to the manufacturer’s recommended amount of charcoal lighter fluid before
applying fluid to the briquettes. Charcoal can be added to the offset firebox by removing the offset
cooking grates or pulling out the side access tray. Pile the charcoal towards the middle of the offset
charcoal grate. Briquettes should be packed closely together for maximum burn efficiency. Saturate
charcoal with the amount of charcoal lighter fluid as recommended by the charcoal lighter fluid
manufacturer. After soaking the charcoal, place the charcoal lighter fluid at a safe distance away from
the smoker. Allow the charcoal lighter fluid to soak into the charcoal for 3 minutes before lighting.
Step 2
With primary grill lid and offset lid open, stand back and carefully light charcoal and allow to burn
until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes). Charcoal lighter fluid must be allowed to
completely burn off prior to closing the primary firebox door and offset lid. (Fumes will tend to
collect in both fireboxes, when both lids are closed).

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Lighting Instructions (Continued)
Step 3
After 20-25 minutes, charcoal should be ready for cooking and/or adding woodchips.
Lighting Instructions for Grilling
Start with at least 4 lbs. (1.8 kgs.) of charcoal (75 standard briquettes).
Make adjustments as needed when cooking in colder climates or during high winds, and/or when fair
amounts of precipitation are present.
Step 1
Note: Please refer to the manufacturer's recommended amount of charcoal lighter fluid before
applying fluid to the briquettes. Charcoal can be added to the grill by removing the cooking grates.
Pile the charcoal towards the middle of the charcoal grate. Briquettes should be packed closely
together for maximum burn efficiency. Saturate charcoal with the amount of charcoal lighter fluid as
recommended by the charcoal lighter fluid manufacturer. After soaking the charcoal, place the char-
coal lighter fluid at a safe distance away from the smoker. Allow the charcoal lighter fluid to soak into
the charcoal for 3 minutes before lighting.
Step 2
With primary grill lid and offset lid open, stand back and carefully light charcoal and allow to burn until
covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes). Charcoal lighter fluid must be allowed to com-
pletely burn off prior to closing the primary grill lid and offset lid. (Fumes will tend to collect in both
fireboxes, when both lids are closed).
Step 3
After 20-25 minutes, charcoal should be ready for grilling. Use heat-resistant gloves or oven mitts
when placing the cooking grates back into the grill. Refer to the next section before adding wood
chips to pre-lit charcoal.
ADDING WOOD CHIPS (BEFORE AND DURING COOKING)
WARNING: Use caution since ames can are-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact
with re. When opening the offset lid, keep hands, face and body a safe distance from hot
steam and ame are-ups.
Presoaked Wood Chips
Soak the desired amount of chips in water for 30 minutes. Wrap the wood chips in aluminum foil
and poke holes on the top of the foil wrapping. FOLLOW THE STEPS ON THE NEXT PAGE
BEFORE ADDING PRESOAKED WOOD CHIPS.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Dry Wood Chips
Dry wood chips can be placed directly onto the pre-lit charcoal with or without aluminum foil.
FOLLOW THE STEPS BELOW BEFORE ADDING DRY WOOD CHIPS.
The amount and type of wood used is entirely dependent on the desired amount of flavor. Refer to
the chart on the next page for tips on paring wood chips with various food types.
Step 1
Stand back and carefully open the offset lid allowing heat and steam to escape away from your face.
Use caution since flames can flare-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire. Wood can
be added by either removing the cooking grates with flame retardant oven mitts/gloves OR using the
side pull out tray.
Step 2
Wearing flame retardant oven mitts/gloves, use long metal cooking tongs to lightly brush aside ashes
on hot coals. Use the long metal cooking tongs to add wood chips (and/or charcoal) directly onto the
charcoal, being careful not to stir-up ashes and sparks.
WARNING: Never add charcoal lighting uid to hot or even warm coals as ashback may
occur causing severe burns.
Allow the ashes to completely cool before reusing or cleaning the grill or smoker.