Dyna-Glo DGSS1382VCS User manual

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Heavy-Duty
Charcoal Offset
Vertical Smoker
& Grill
MODEL #DGSS1382VCS /
DGSS1382VCS-D
Français p. 26
Español p. 51
ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE
Serial Number ________________________________ Purchase Date _________________________________
70-10-583 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 ......................................................................................................................... 20
Care and Maintenance ................................................................................................................ 22
Warranty ...................................................................................................................................... 23
Replacement Parts List .............................................................................................................. 24
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 ammable 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 ammable 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 uid, or other highly volatile uids as a starter.
• Always cook your food on the grate after the ame 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
replace 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.
• 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 are-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.
• Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the smoker and grill.
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 Smoker body 1
B Temperature gauge with nut 1
C Sausage hooks 1
D Side access door 1
E Cooking grate - smoker
body 5
F Side handle - smoker body 1
G Water bowl support 1
H Wheel - left / right 2
I Left leg assembly 1
J Water bowl 1
K Grease cup support 1
L Grease cup 1
M Right leg - front / rear 2
N Wheel axle 1
PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY
O Offset damper plate 1
P Offset coupling bracket 2
Q Charcoal grate 1
R Cooking grate - offset 2
S Side handle - access tray 1
T Access tray 1
U Offset bottom section 1
V Offset lid handle 1
W Offset top section 1
X Offset lid 1
Y Offset lid bracket 1
Z Smoke stack 1
A1 Smoke stack damper 1
B1 Door handle assembly 1
C1 Offset rebox coupling 1
A
AC
E
N
B
D
M
R
H
P
L
O
Q
F
G
J
I
K
S
A
T
V
X
U
W
C1
B1
Y
Z
A1

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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. 33
M6 x 45
Bolt
Qty. 3
DD
M6 Nut
Qty. 9
AA EE
M6 x 30
Bolt
Qty. 4
M12 Nut
Qty. 2
FF
M6 Lock Nut
Qty. 1

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
CAUTION:This unit is HEAVY! Do not attempt to
stand the unit upright without assistance!
1. Remove the preinstalled bolt and washer from
the bottom door hinge on the smoker body (A).
Unlatch the smoker door and remove the door by
pulling up from hinges on smoker body (A).
2. Attach the side handle (F) using four M6 x 30 bolts
(AA) and four M6 nuts (DD).
Hardware Used
AA M6 x 30mm
Bolt x 4
1
2
F
DD
A
AA
Preinstalled
bolt and
washer
DD M6 Nut x 4

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
3. CAUTION: This unit is HEAVY! Do not
attempt to lay the unit on its side without
assistance!
Attach the right front and right rear legs (M) using
three M6 x 12 bolts (BB) per leg. Attach the left leg
assembly (I) using three M6 x 45 bolts (CC).
4. Insert the wheel axle (N) through the holes on the
left leg assembly (I) and attach the left and right
wheel (H) using one M12 nut (EE) per side.
I
N
M
I
CC
EE
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4
Hardware Used
CC M6 x 45mm
Bolt x 3
Hardware Used
EE M12 Nut x 2
BB
H
BB M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 6

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
5. Insert the edge of the offset lid bracket (Y) into
the slotted opening on the offset top section (W).
Attach using one M6 x 12 bolt (BB) and one
M6 nut (DD).
6. Attach the offset bottom section (U) to the top
section (W) using six M6 x 12 bolts (BB).
W
U
6
Hardware Used
BB M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 1
Y
W
BB
5
DD M6 Nut x 1
DD
BB
Hardware Used
BB M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 6

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
7. Insert the offset rebox coupling (C1) through the
opening on the top section of the offset (W) and
attach with four M6 x 12 bolts (BB).
8. Attach the offset coupling brackets (P) using four
M6 x 12 bolts (BB).
W
BB
C1
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Hardware Used
BB M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 4
P
8
Hardware Used
BB M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 4
BB

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
9. CAUTION: This unit is HEAVY! Do not
attempt to stand the unit upright without
assistance!
Attach the offset rebox to the smoker body (A)
using four M6 x 12 bolts (BB).
10. Attach the preinstalled offset support bracket
on the left leg assembly (I) to the bottom section
of the offset (U) using two M6 x 12 bolts (BB) and
two M6 nuts (DD).
BB
I
10
A
BB
9
Hardware Used
BB M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 4
DD
U
Hardware Used
BB M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 2
DD M6 Nut x 2

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
11. Rest the inner ring of the sausage hooks (C) on
the bottom brackets of the smoke stack (Z). Insert
the smoke stack (Z) up through the opening at the
top of the smoker body (A) and secure with three
M6 x 12 bolts (BB).
12. Attach the smoke stack damper (A1) using the
preinstalled spring and nut.
Z
A1
C
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12
Hardware Used
BB M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 3
BB
A

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
13. Hang the grease cup support (K) from the holes
on each of the right legs (M).
Place the grease cup (L) in the support (K).
14. Install the smoker body door and reattach the
preinstalled bolt and washer. 14
K
13
L
M

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
15. Attach the door handle assembly (B1) using the
pre-installed at washer, spring washer
and M8 nut.
16. Attach the temperature gauge (B) by inserting the
probe through the threaded opening on the smoker
body door and turning clockwise.
NOTE: The alignment of the temperature gauge
can be adjusted by turning the preinstalled nut
clockwise (or counter-clockwise) prior to installing.
B1
15
B
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
17. Attach the offset lid handle (V) to the offset lid (X)
using the preinstalled bolts and nuts.
18. Attach the offset lid (X) to the offset rebox using
the preinstalled bolt and washer. 18
X
V
17
X
Preinstalled bolt
and washer

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
19. Install the side access door (D) onto the
smoker body (A).
20. Attach the side handle (S) to the access tray (T)
using two M6 x 12 bolts (BB) and two M6 nuts (DD).
A
19
20
D
Hardware Used
BB M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 2
DD M6 Nut x 2
S
DD
BB
T

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
21. Attach the offset damper plate (O) to the access
tray (T) using one M6 x 12 bolt (BB) and one
M6 lock nut (FF).
22. Place the charcoal grate (Q) inside the access
tray (T) and slide the tray into the offset smoker box. 22
O
T
21
Q
Hardware Used
BB M6 x 12mm
Bolt x 1
FF M6 Lock Nut x 1
FF
BB
T

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
23. Installing the Cooking Grates & Water Bowl
Install the offset cooking grates (R) into the offset
rebox. Place the water bowl support (G) on the
bottom bracket inside the smoker body (A) and
place the water bowl (J) on the water bowl
support (G). Place the cooking grates (E) on the
brackets inside the smoker body (A).
Tip: Place all 5 cooking grates (E) inside the
smoker body (A) and start from bottom
grate supports.
A
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R
G
J
E

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE FIRST USE
Remove all hangings or plastic straps, if present.
It is important to "season" the smoker & grill, before cooking food. Seasoning seals the paint and
interior to enhance avoring, durability and overall performance.
To season your smoker and grill, 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.
Using your desired avoring woods and marinades, burn your smoker at low temperature
(around 175°F/79.4°C) for 45 – 60 minutes. Let the smoker cool and clean out the wood chips and charcoal.
Once seasoning is complete, the smoker body and offset interior will have a durable, seasoned coating.
Lighting Instructions (For Smoking or Charcoal Grilling)
DO NOT USE PRETREATED, MATCH-LIGHT CHARCOAL with this smoker. Only use standard,
untreated briquettes or lump charcoal and ONLY use charcoal lighting uid approved for lighting charcoal.
Do not use lighter uid, paint thinners, gasoline, kerosene, alcohol or other ammable material for
lighting charcoal. Damage to the unit may occur with the use of match-light charcoal.
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 uid before
applying uid to the briquettes. Charcoal can be added to the offset rebox 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 efciency. Saturate
charcoal with the amount of charcoal lighter uid as recommended by the charcoal lighter uid
manufacturer. After soaking the charcoal, place the charcoal lighter uid at a safe distance away from
the smoker. Allow the charcoal lighter uid to soak into the charcoal for 3 minutes before lighting.
Step 2
With primary rebox door 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 uid must be allowed
to completely burn off prior to closing the primary rebox door and offset lid. (Fumes will tend to
collect in both reboxes, when the primary door and offset lid 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. Refer to the
next section before adding wood chips to pre-lit charcoal.
DANGER: Closing the smoker body door and offset lid during the lighting procedure could
trap fumes from the charcoal lighting uid in the smoker boxes and may result in a ash-
re or explosion when door is opened, resulting in property loss, personal injury or death.
Never attempt to add more lighting uid to the charcoal once it has been lit.
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 door, 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 BELOW BEFORE ADDING
PRESOAKED WOOD CHIPS.
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 avor. 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 ames can are-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with re. Wood can
be added by either removing the cooking grates with ame retardant oven mitts/gloves OR using the
side pull out tray.
Step 2
Wearing ame 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) to 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.
Step 3
Allow the ashes to completely cool before reusing or cleaning the smoker.

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• Small wood chips work best inside the wood chip tray.
• Use dry hardwoods such as hickory, pecan, apple, cherry or mesquite.
• To produce more smoke and prevent fast burning, pre-soak the wood chips in a separate bowl
of water for at least 30 minutes, or wrap the chips in perforated aluminum foil.
• Most smoke avoring occurs within the rst hour of cooking. Adding wood chips after the rst
hour is typically not necessary unless extra smoke avoring is desired.
Here's a list of the most popular smoking woods and a little information about each.
Type of Wood Suggested Food Comments
Apple All meats
Mild and sweet avor with a slight hint of fruity avor. Each
species of Apple wood should offer a slightly different avor.
Apple smoke produces an attractive browning effect.
Almond All meats Produces a sweet smoke with a natural nutty avor.
Ash Fish and red meat Very light avor.
Citrus Pork and chicken Lemon and orange wood produce light but fruity avor.
Cherry Pork and beef Light and fruity avor.
Fruitwood Pork, poultry and sh Wood such as Peach, Pear and Plum produce a mild but sweet
smoke with a hint of fruity avor.
Grapevine Poultry, game and lamb Grapevine wood produces a lot of smoke. A little wood goes a
long way. It produces a tart avor that has a hint of fruit.
Hickory Pork and beef
Hickory is arguably the favorite wood for smoking. Hickory
produces a very strong avor so we recommend starting slow
with this wood.
Maple Pork and poultry Light and sweet.
Mesquite Beef, chicken and sh This wood burns very hot so be aware. Much like Hickory,
Mesquite is very popular and produces a strong avor.
Oak Red meats, game, ribs and sh Another wood that produces a heavy smoke. Start slow with this
wood.
Pecan Ribs and red meat Produces a light smoke that offers a sweet and nutty avor.