Hark HK0522 User manual

Owner’s Manual
ASSEMBLY, CARE & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Item No. HK0522
2 DOOR GAS SMOKER
grill roast smoke
Certication AGA 7592 G

2 Door Gas Smoker
Warranty Details
The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period
of 12 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period,
under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion. The
benets conferred by this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies in respect of
the product that the consumer has under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and
similar state and territory laws.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer
Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation
for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the
goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does
not amount to a major failure.
After Sales Support
Telephone: [phone]
[phone]
Email: [email protected]
YEAR
WARRANTY
grill roast smoke

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READ ALL SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY!
YOUR SAFETY IS VERY IMPORTANT – FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER PROCEDURES AND SAFEGUARDS MAY RESULT
IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
DANGER DANGER
- This smoker is for OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
- Never operate this smoker unattended.
- The use of alcohol, prescription or non
prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s
ability to properly assemble or safely operate
the smoker.
- Never operate this smoker within 7.5m (25 feet)
of any flammable liquids.
- Use this smoker only on a level, stable
noncombustible surface like brick, concrete
or dirt. Do not use smoker on or around any
surface that will burn or melt like wooden
decks, dry grass, leaves, wood rails, vinyl, or
plastic.
- Never operate this smoker under any overhead
roof covering, awning or overhang. Never use
inside an enclosed area such as screen patios,
garages, buildings and tents. Keep a minimum
clearance of 3m (10 feet) from all sides of the
smoker to all overhead construction and 1m (3
feet) from any walls or rails.
- Never use in or on recreational vehicles and/or
boats.
- Never use sawdust with this smoker.
- Never use this product for anything other than
its intended purposes. This smoker is not
intended for commercial use. Never use this
smoker as a heater.
- Keep the area clear of all flammable liquids,
combustible material including but not limited
to wood, dry plants including grass, brush,
paper and canvas.
- Smoker is HOT while in use and after use.
- Avoid touching hot surfaces. Always wear
protective gloves or mitts when operating the
smoker.
- Keep children and pets away from the smoker
at all times.
- Do not allow anyone to conduct activities around
the smoker during or following its use until the unit
has cooled. The smoker is hot during operation and
remains hot for a period of time following its use.
- Never move the smoker when it is in use. Allow the
smoker to cool below 115ºF (40ºC) before moving
or storing it.
- Always wear shoes and protective clothing during
operation of this smoker.
- Accessory attachments and cookware not supplied
with this smoker are not recommended for use.
- Perform a leak test before each use of the smoker.
(See page 15).
- Keep the gas supply hose away from any heated
surfaces.
- Never attach a gas cylinder, move or alter ttings
when the smoker is hot or in use.
- Do not attempt to disconnect any gas tting while
the smoker is in operation.
- Never use a gas cylinder if it appears to have
dents, gouges, bulges, re damage, erosion, leak
age, excessive rust, or other forms of visible
external damage. The cylinder may be hazardous
and should be checked by a liquid propane supplier.
- Before each use, inspect gas hose for any signs
of damage and check all nuts and bolts to be sure
that they are tight and secure.
- When lighting your smoker, do not cover the
burner or restrict airow from the burner. An
explosion could occur.
- When lighting your smoker, always have the door
open.
- If burner does not ignite, turn off the control valve
and gas and wait 5 minutes before trying to light it
again. If the burner goes out during operation, first
turn the control valve OFF, then the gas cylinder
OFF.
OUTDOOR USE ONLY
SAVE AND FILE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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READ ALL SAFEGUARDS AND INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY!
YOUR SAFETY IS VERY IMPORTANT – FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER PROCEDURES AND SAFEGUARDS MAY RESULT IN
PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.
DANGER DANGER
• Do not obstruct flow of combustion and
ventilation. Keep the ventilation opening(s) of
the cylinder enclosure free and clear of debris.
• Keep clear of the smoker hose. Tripping over
the smoker hose may result in the spilling of
HOT grease or water, causing personal injury
or property damage.
• In the event of an oil/grease fire, immediately
turn off gas supply and call the fire
Department. Do not attempt to extinguish
a fire with water. A type BC or ABC fire
extinguisher may in some cases contain the
fire.
• Keep your hands, hair and face away from the
burner flame. Do not lean over or in to the
smoker when lighting the burner. This smoker
has an open flame. Be careful of loose hair and
clothing during operation, which could catch
fire.
• After use, always turn the control valve OFF
first, then the gas cylinder valve OFF.
• Always allow the hot water to cool completely
below 100ºF (38C) before moving to avoid the
possibility of severe burns.
• Never use glassware, plastic, or ceramic
cookware in this smoker.
• Always disconnect the gas cylinder from your
smoker when not in use.
• Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or
near the smoker.
• Cylinders must be stored outdoors, out of reach
of children, and must not be stored in a building,
garage, or any other enclosed area.
• If you smell, hear or see gas escaping,
immediately get away from the gas cylinder and
call the Fire Department.
USE CAUTION AND COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR SMOKER. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS, WARNINGS AND
SAFEGUARDS PRIOR TO ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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A.HARDWARE PACK
NO. Description. Finish Qty Note
1a 1/4-20x1/2 Screw Black galvanized 19 Inside blister card
2a 1/4-20 Flange Nut Black galvanized 8
3c 10-24x1/2 Screw Black galvanized 11
Inside blister card4c 10-24Nut Black galvanized 3
5c M5 spring washer Black galvanized 3
6d S hook for hose Chrome plated 1 Inside blister card
7d Zip tie Black 1
8e Door latch Black 2 Inside a poly bag
9e Door latch bracket Black 2
10e Damper Powder coated 3 Inside a poly bag

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B. PARTS LIST
Read all safeguards and assembly
instructions before assembling and
operating your smoker.
Before assembling your new smoker,
unpack all parts from the box. Carefully
remove all packing material and lay
out all the parts for easy access and
identication. Do not discard the carton
or packaging until your smoker is
fully assembled and operating to your
satisfaction.
In order to properly assemble your
smoker, you will only need two tools:
- Philips head screwdriver
- shifter or 3/8” & 7/16” wrench
(tools not included)
Be sure to have a friend help. The
smoker is heavy and must be moved
around during assembly and before use.
To use your smoker immediately after
assembly, have an LP gas cylinder lled
by an authorised LP dealer or cylinder
exchange center. Also, be sure to have
your choice of avouring wood readily
available.
(LP gas cylinder and avouring wood are
not included)
For further assistance, including missing
or damaged parts, call 1300 799 787
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Primary Components
Item Description Qty Item Description Qty
1 Smoker Cabinet 1 11 Wood Chip Box Lid 1
2 Smoker Door - Lower 1 12 Water Bowl 1
3 Smoker Door - Upper 1 13 Grid Track 12
4 Burner Chamber Assembly 1 14 Cooking rack 4
5 Control Panel Assembly 1 15 Door Handle 2
6 Smoker Leg 4 16 Door Latch 2
7 Damper 3 17 Door Latch Plate 2
8 Heat Indicater 1 18 Side Handle 2
9 Wood Chip Box Rack 1 19 Gas Bottle Restraint
Strap
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10 Wood Chip Box 1
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C. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Step 1
Locate: Cabinet (1), lower door (2) and upper door(3)
Note: The doors are attached to the cabinet
Procedure:
— Remove the doors (2) and (3) from the cabinet
(1) by lifting them straight up on the doors to
remove them from the side cabinet hinge. Set the
doors aside.
— Turn the cabinet (1) upside down
STEP 2
Locate: Four Smoker Legs [6], Eight
1/4-20x1/2” Screw [1a] from the Hardware
Pack - Bag A.
Tools needed: Philips head screwdriver.
Procedure:
— Place each leg [6] at the corners of the
smoker Cabinet Assembly [1] as shown.
Fasten each leg [6] with two 1/4-20x1/2”
Screws [1a]. The securing nuts are pre-welded
to the
cabinet.
Note: One leg contains an extra hole on its
side and must be mounted at the front in the
position shown. This hole will be used later to
secure the gas hose to the leg with a zip-tie.
Do not yet insert the two screws in the location
indicated for the front legs. These two screws will
be used in the next assembly steps.
Securely tighten six screws.
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3
Leg with extra hole
Leg with extra hole
WARNING
DO NOT HANDLE SMOKER BY THE CROSS BAR ON SMOKER CABINET.
DO NOT LIFT OR MOVE USING THIS CROSS BAR.

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STEP 3
Locate: Control Panel Assembly [5], two
1/4-20x1/2” Screw [1a] (two remaining from
previous step)
Tools needed: Philips head screwdriver.
Procedure:
— Place the control panel assembly between
the front legs as shown. There are slots on
the control panel that t around the legs
and line up with the bolt holes.
— Be sure all the tabs on the back side of the
control panel are captured around the legs
as shown below.
— Insert the two remaining screws and tighten
them securely.
STEP 4
Locate: Burner Chamber Assembly [4], three
1/4-20x1/2” Screw [1a] from Hardware Pack - Blister
card.
Tools needed: Philips head screwdriver.
Note: Inspect the burner chamber prior to
assembly to make certain the burner tube is
correctly over the end of the valve as shown:
Procedure:
— Align the burner
chamber assembly [4]
underneath the smoker
as shown.
— Place the body of the
burner chamber assembly so that it sits ush
with the bottom of the cabinet. The mounting
holes and mounting tabs should line up.
— For each mounting hole, insert a 1/4-20x1/2”
screw [1a]. Secure the burner assembly with the
three screws from the inside of the cabinet.
— Securely tighten all three screws.
— Attach the loose igniter wire to the igniter on
the control panel as shown.
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STEP 5
Locate: Dampers [7], three 10-24x1/2” Screws
[3c], 10-24 Nuts [4c], M5 Spring Washers
[5c] From hardware Pack - Blister card
Tools needed: Philips head screwdriver and
3/8” wrench or shifter.
Procedure:
— From the outside of the cabinet, insert
a 10-24x1/2” Bolt [3c] through the
mounting hole for the damper.
— From the inside of the smoker cabinet,
place the damper [11f] over the vent hole
in the back of the cabinet as shown. The
tab on the damper must mount though the
vent hole.
— From the inside of the cabinet, place the
M5 spring washer [5c] on the bolt and
tightly thread the 10-24 nut [4c] onto the
bolt.
Repeat this process for all three dampers.
— The damper must be able to rotate with
just a little resistance.
The damper allows adjustment of exhaust
air while cooking. Less exhaust air will allow
for the smoker to burn hotter and keep the
avouring smoke inside the smoker.
WARNING
THE DAMPER IS DESIGNED SO THAT IT
WILL NOT FULLY CLOSE. THIS IS A SAFETY
FEATURE AND
SHOULD NOT BE ALTERED.

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STEP 6
Locate: Two Side Handles [18], eight 1/4-
20x1/2” Screw [1a], and eight 1/4-20 Flange
Nuts [2a]
Tools needed: Philips head screwdriver and
a 7/16” wrench or pliers
Procedure:
— Use four 1/4-20x1/2” Screw [1a] and four
1/4-20 Flange Nuts [2a] to attach the
handle on the right side of the smoker
cabinet [1].
— Mount the other side handle [8] to the left
side of the cabinet [1] as shown. Use four
1/4-20x1/2” Screw [1a] and four 1/4-20
Flange Nuts [2a] to attach the handle.
— Securely tighten the screws.
STEP 7
Locate: The upper and lower doors (2) and (3)
Tools needed: None.
Procedure:
— Re-mount the smoker doors[2] and (3) to the
cabinet by positioning the pin in the hinges
welded to the smoker cabinet(1).
Step 8
Locate: The door handles 915) and 4 x ¼-20 ange
nuts. (Please note the ¼-20 ange nuts are
already located on the door handles and not in the
hardware bag.
Tools Needed: Shifter or 3/8” & 7/16 wrench.
Procedure:
— Attach each door handle (15) through the holes
in the front of the doors and secure with 2 x ¼-20
ange nuts at the back of the door.
Step 9
Locate: Door Latch Fastener (16) and 4 x 10-24x1/2”
screws.
Tools Needed: Phillips head screwdriver
Procedure:
— Attached each Door Latch (16) to the side of
the smoker cabinet using 2 x 10-24x1/2” screws
for each latch. Make sure that the handle faces
forward. The upper section of the cabinet door
has two latch’s and the lower door has one.

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STEP 12
Locate: 2 x Grid Tracks (13), 1 x Wood Chip Box
Rack(9), 1 x Wood Chip Box(10) and 1 x Wood chip
box lid(11).
Tools Needed: None
Procedure:
— Install one Grid Track (13) in each of the
bottom holes located in the grid support for
both the left and the right hand sides of the
cabinet.
—The wood Chip Box Rack(9) can be slide into
the Grid Tracks(13).
—The wood chip box (10) sits in this rack over
the burner and the wood chip box lid (11) ts
on top of this.
STEP 11
Locate: 1 x Temperature Gauge, 1 x washer and
1 x wing nut. (please note that the washer
and wing nut are already attached to the
temperature gauge)
Tools Needed: None
Procedure:
-Attach the temperature gauge through the hole
in the middle of the upper door.
-Secure with washer and wing nut from the
inside of the door.
STEP 10
Locate: Door Latch Plate (17) and 4 x 10-24x1/2”
Screws.
Tools Needed: Phillips head screwdriver
Procedure:
—Attach each door latch plate (17) to the upper
and lower doors using 2 x 10-24x1/2” screws.
Each latch plate is fastened to the side of the
doors using two screws. Please note that each
door has one latch plate.
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Step 13
Locate: 2 x Grid Tracks (13), 1 x Water Bowel.
Tools Needed: None
Procedure: Install one grid track (13) in each of the
next holes up from the bottom hole, located in the
grid support for both the left and right hand sides
of the cabinet.
The water bowel is then slid into the grid tracks
to be supported above the wood chip box and lid.
Step 14
Locate: 8 x Grid tracks (13) and 4 x cooking racks
(14)
Tools Needed: None
Procedure:
— Install the remaining grid tracks (13) in the
grid support holes on each side of the cabinet.
Make sure that they are on the same level
hole on each side so that the cooking rack sits
straight.
— Slide a cooking rack(14) into each pair of the
grid tracks to secure the cooking racks at the
desired position.
— Install the woodchip box and water bowl as
shown.
Step 15
Locate: Zip Tie [7d]
Tools needed: None.
Procedure:
— Loop the Zip Tie [7d] through the outside
hole of the front smoker leg [6] as shown.
— Capture the gas hose with the zip tie to
secure it. Do not pull the zip tie too tight - it may
restrict gas ow through the hose.
CAUTION
The wood chip box must be inserted over
the burner during operation. This is to
protect the burner from falling particles,
grease drippings and accidental spill over
from the water bowel.

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Assembly of your smoker is now completed. The following image shows how the assembled unit should look.

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D. THE GAS SYSTEM
GAS AND REGULATOR INFORMATION
This smoker is designed for propane (LPG) gas
use only. Gas bottles with a “POL” low pressure
connection are to be used with this smoker
Suitable regulators must have an outlet pressure
of 2.75 kPa. You must have the proper regulator
and bottle in order for the smoker to operate
safely and efciently. Ensure that a 100% propane
(LPG) rellable gas cylinder currently certied to
Australian Standard AS2030.1:2009 is used. Do not
use disposable gas cylinders. Please note the hose
and regulator supplied with this smoker are of an
approved type and are specically designed for use
with your smoker.
CONNECTING THE HOSE AND REGULATOR TO THE
GAS BOTTLE
• Only use the hose assembly supplied with this
appliance for direct connection to the cylinder – DO
NOT USE ADAPTORS. Do not use any other hose
assembly. Check the gas hose for damage or signs
of abrasion before each use.
• Keep the hose clear of sharp edges and hot
surfaces.
• Avoid twisting or kinking the exible hose.
• If damaged, do not use the hose and replace it
immediately. If there is any doubt, contact the
customer service line on 1300 799 787.
• Check the gas cylinder control knob is in the off
position. To turn off it should be turned clockwise
to a full stop.
• Check the control knob on the smoker is in the off
position.
• Hold the regulator in one hand and insert the
nipple into the gas bottle outlet. Be sure the nipple
is centered in the outlet. Use care not to cross
thread the connection.
• Hand tighten the coupling nut anti clockwise until it
comes to a rm stop.
• Firmly tighten by hand only. Do not use tools.
BE SURE TO CHECK FOR LEAKS AT ALL
CONNECTIONS
DANGER
ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFEGUARDS
MUST BE FOLLOWED TO PREVENT FIRE, PROPERT Y DAMAGE, OR PERSONAL INJURY.

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Please note that the hose is already tted to the
valve on the underside of the control panel of the
smoker. You do not have to adjust this connection
but should leak test this once the hose and
regulator are connected to the gas cylinder.
DO NOT DISCONNECT HOSE FROM VALVE.
FOR STORAGE AND CYLINDER EXCHANGE,
DISCONNECT THE CYLINDER ONLY.
DO NOT DISCONNECT HOSE FROM APPLIANCE.
— If you need a replacement hose and regulator or have any queries on the gas system, please call
our Customer Service line on 1300 799 787.
LEAK TESTING
Open the gas control valve on the cylinder. Check for leaks by brushing a solution 1/2 water and 1/2 soap over
all gas system joints, including all valve connections, hose connections and regulator connections. DO NOT
USE AN OPEN FLAME to test for leaks at anytime. If bubbles form over any of the joints, there is a leak. Turn
off the gas supply and re-tighten all joints. If bubbles form again, do not use the smoker. Please contact
customer service line on 1300 799 787. Check for leaks annually or whenever the gas cylinder is refilled.

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GAS BOTTLE RESTRAINT
Included is a strap with a hook at either end. This is to be used to secure the gas bottle to the smoker. Once you have
fully assembled your smoker with the gas bottle connected, connect one end of the strap to the side handle of the
smoker nearest to the gas bottle and the other end of the strap to the gas bottle handle. This will ensure that the gas
bottle is secured and cannot be accidentally knocked over.

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E. OPERATION: BEFORE USE
PRE-USE PROCEDURES:
Before you cook food in your smoker, it is
important to “season” your smoker. Seasoning
seals the paint and interior of your smoker
to enhance avouring, durability, and overall
performance. This is also referred to as the
“break-in” process.
If your smoker requires any touch-up paint
on the inside of the cabinet, the only time you
should apply paint to the inside is before the
seasoning process. Paint should not be applied
to the interior of your smoker after your smoker
has been used. Paint toxins can contaminate
your food. However, if paint becomes necessary
after use, see the section in this manual
concerning After Use Care and Maintenance.
To season your smoker, simply use it as you
normally would; only do not cook any food. You
will need to follow all the operating procedures
in the next few sections of this manual.
Using your desired avouring woods and
marinades, burn your smoker at lowest
temperature for 45 - 60 minutes. Let the smoker
cool, and clean out the used water and wood.
Once seasoning is complete, your smoker’s
interior will have a durable, seasoned coating.
ADDING WATER:
To add water before cooking, simply remove the
water bowl and ll it with water up to 1” (2.5cm)
below the rim. Then replace the bowl to the rack.
To add water while the smoker is hot, DO NOT
pull the water bowl out beyond the rack. Use a
clean cup or watering can to add water to the
water bowl while in use.
For easier cleaning, line the water bowl with
aluminium foil before each use.
ADDING WOOD:
To add wood before cooking, simply ll the
wood chip box with your choice of avouring
hardwood chips. The amount and type of wood
you use is entirely up to you. One full box is
typically enough for several hours of smoking.
Once the box is lled with wood, place the lid
on top of the box and set the box in the smoker.
To add wood while cooking, use tongs or long
handled pliers to remove the box lid and to
place the pieces into the wood chip box without
removing the box. It is not recommended to
remove the wood chip box while the smoker is
in operation.
WARNING: Do not use sawdust with this smoker.
CAUTION: The wood chip box and lid get very
hot. Avoid handling them while in use. Always
wear protective oven mitts when handling hot
components.
USING FLAVOURING WOOD:
• Small wood chips work best inside the wood chip box.
• Use dry hardwoods such as hickory, pecan,
apple, cherry or mesquite.
• Most fruit or nut tree woods produce
excellent smoke avouring.
• Do not use resinous woods such as pine or
plywood. These usually produce unpleasant avouring.
• Experiment with different types and quantities
of wood chunks, chips or sticks. Different
woods can also be mixed.
• To produce more smoke and to prevent fast burning,
pre-soak the wood chips in a separate bowl of water for
at least 20 minutes, or wrap the chips in perforated
aluminium foil.
WARNING: Wood pellets must never be soaked in water.
• Most smoke avouring occurs within the rst hour of
cooking. Adding wood chips after the rst hour is
typically not necessary unless extra smoke avouring is
desired.
WARNING: Do not use sawdust with this smoker.

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F. OPERATION: LIGHTING
LP GAS LIGHTING PROCEDURE:
1. Check all connections for leaks using the leaktest as
explained on page 15.
2. Open the smoker door.
3. Be sure the burner control knob is in the “OFF”position.
4. Open the LP cylinder valve 1-1/2 turn byturning counter-
clockwise.
5. To light the unit with the push-button ignition,push in and
turn the burner control knobcounter-clockwise to the
HIGH/LIGHT setting.
6. Immediately push the igniter button to click itseveral
times (you should see a small sparkjumping from
the end of the electrode rod tothe side of the burner).
If the burner does notlight within 3 to 5 seconds,
turn the burnercontrol knob OFF and wait 5 minutes
beforerepeating the steps again. If burner still fails
tolight, try match lighting the smoker using the
instructions below.
7. Once the burner is lit, close the door to allow heat to
accumulate. The dampers can then be adjusted to the
desired setting to allow proper air ow and combustion.
Damper adjustment tips are listed on the next page.
To match light the burner, repeat steps 1 through
5 of the igniter lighting system above and continue
with the following procedure:
Remove the wood box and its rack from inside
the smoker. Strike a paper match and drop it into
the burn chamber, next to the burner.
Quickly turn the control knob to the light position.
If the burner does not light within 4 or 5 seconds,
turn the control knob OFF, wait for 5 minutes, and
repeat the process.
If the burner ame is accidentally extinguished,
turn the control knob OFF, wait for 5 minutes, and
repeat the lighting procedure.
WARNING
NEVER ATTEMPT TO LIGHT THE SMOKER WITH THE
DOOR CLOSED
OPEN DOOR TO LIGHT SMOKER
CAUTION
The wood chip box must be inserted over the burner during operation. This is to protect the burner from
falling particles, grease drippings and accidental spill over from the water bowel.

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G. OPERATION: COOKING
DAMPER ADJUSTMENTS
Temperature maintenance is best controlled
by different damper adjustments. The key to effective
smoking is to watch your heat indicator on the door
and adjust the damper accordingly. For better
performance, rotate the smoker to where the front of
the cabinet is facing the wind. This allows the
adjustment of the damper to be more effective and
accurate.
Opening the dampers helps to exhaust both the heat
and smoke. This will make the smoker run cooler.
Closing the dampers will make the smoker run hotter.
The dampers should never be fully closed.
COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT: Before each use, clean and inspect the
hose and the connection to the LP gas cylinder. If there
is evidence of abrasion, wear, cuts or leaks, the hose
must be replaced before the smoker is used. Refer to
the “leak test” instructions in the LP Tank connection
portion of this manual.
• Fill the wood chip box with avouring wood
chips and place the box inside the smoker as
instructed in the assembly section of this manual.
Refer to the section that explains avouring wood
for recommended use of avouring wood.
• Place the water bowl inside the smoker in
the lowest rack position as explained in the
assembly section of this manual. Carefully ll
the water bowl with water or marinade up to
1 inch below the rim. A full bowl will last for
approximately 2 - 3 hours. Do not overll or
allow water to overow from the water bowl.
• Insert or adjust the cooking grids into the
desired rack positions. For better access to
the food with tongs or spatulas, make sure
the grid wires run front to back as explained
in the assembly section of this manual.
• You are now ready to light the burner. Refer to the
Lighting Procedure on the previous pages of this
manual. The heat from the burner will allow the wood
chips to burn, causing the avouring smoke to
accumulate. Adjust the dampers to control the heat.
• Important - wait until you see the rst signs of
smoke to add your food to the smoker. If your food is
added as soon as you start to heat the wood chips,
the food may seal and reduce the amount of smoke
avour.
• Smoking for 2 to 3 hours at the ideal constant
cooking temperature of 225ºF to 250ºF
(110ºC to 120ºC) will get the best results.
This temperature is according to the heat
indicator mounted on the front of the smoker.
For more tender and heavily smoked meat,
a lower temperature may be preferred. If time is
critical, a higher temperature range is recommended.
• Check water level periodically and add water
if low. For best results and to retain heat,
avoid opening door of the smoker while in
use. When the door must be opened, only
open it briey. The smoker will quickly resume
cooking temperature after the door is closed.
• Always use a meat probe thermometer to
ensure food is fully cooked before removing it
from the smoker.
• After each use, and after the smoker is cooled,
carefully remove the water bowl from the smoker,
empty the water, and clean the water bowl.
SHUTTING THE SMOKER OFF
CAUTION: The smoker can become very hot
while in use. Do not touch any portion of the
smoker except for the door handle and burner
control knob. It may be necessary to use
protective gloves.
• Turn the burner control knob off by pushing
in and rotating clockwise. The burner ame
should then go out.
• Turn off the LP cylinder valve by turning the
knob clockwise until it stops.
• Follow all warnings and safety precautions
before removing meat from smoker or
preparing the unit for storage.
WARNING
BE CAREFUL WHEN HANDLING THE COOKING
SHELVES IF THE SMOKER HAS BEEN IN OPERATION
THEY WILL BE HOT. USE A PROTECTIVE GLOVE OR
MITT. BE CAREFUL NOT TO EXTEND THE COOKING
SHELVES FULLY WHEN THE SMOKER IS IN OPERATION.
THE COOKING SHELVES SHOULD ONLY BE REMOVED
FULLY WHEN THE SMOKER HAS BEEN TURNED OFF
AND HAS COOLED FOR THE CLEANING PROCESS

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I. AFTER USE SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
• Use caution when lifting and moving the smoker to avoid strains or back injury. 2 people are
recommended to lift or move the smoker.
• DO NOT store the smoker near gasoline or other combustible liquids or where combustible vapour
may be present. Keep the area around the smoker clear and free of combustible materials and vapors.
• DO NOT store this smoker in an area accessible to children or pets. Store the smoker in a dry, protected
location.
• DO NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around the smoker following use until it has cooled. It is hot
during operation and remains hot for a period of time following use.
This smoker becomes extremely hot - allow the smoker to cool completely before handling. If you must
handle the smoker while it is hot, ALWAYS wear protective oven mitts or heat resistant gloves when
handling the smoker or its components. Allow the smoker to cool before removing and cleaning the
grease pan.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE TO BE PERFORMED BEFORE EACH USE:
CAUTION: All care and maintenance procedures are to be performed only while the smoker is turned off and cooled.
Clean the water bowl and cooking grids with hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly.You may prefer to coat
the water bowl and cooking grids lightly with cooking oil or cooking spray.
Frequently check and clean the venturi and burner for insects and insect nests. A clogged tube can lead to re
outsi de the smoker. Also make sure the smoker does not have any foreign objects obstructing the ow of combustion
and ventilation air.
To clean the inside and outside of the smoker cabinet, simply use damp cloth. Spraywashing with a water hose is not
recommended. All moisture should be wiped away and not allowed to stand inside or on top of the smoker.
Once cleaned, you may prefer to lightly coat the interior of the smoker cabinet with cooking oil or cooking spray.
If rust is present on the exterior surface of the smoker, clean the area with steel wool or emery cloth and use
heavy duty, heat resistant paint.
NEVER apply additional paint to the interior of the smoker. If rust is present on the interior of the smoker, clean it
thoroughly with steel wool or emery cloth and lightly coat the area with cooking oil or cooking spray to help minimise
recurring rust.
When an LP tank is not connected, and to help prevent dirt or other foreign particles from clogging the regulator,
hang the end of the regulator hose from the side handle using the supplied S-hook.
Always let the smoker cool before cleaning or checking the assembly.
To protect your smoker from weather, always keep your smoker covered while not in use. Keep the area clear of
all ammable liquids, combustible material including but not limited to wood, dry plants including grass, brush,
paper, and canvas.
The smoker may be stored indoors only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed.