Sage Smoking Gun BSM600 User manual

the Smoking Gun™
Instruction Book - BSM600

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SAGE
RECOMMENDS
SAFETY FIRST
At Sage‰by Heston
Blumenthal‰we are very
safety conscious. We design
and manufacture consumer
products with the safety of you,
our valued customer, foremost
in mind. In addition we ask that
you exercise a degree of care
and adhere to the following
precautions.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
READ ALL
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USE AND SAVE FOR
FUTURE REFERENCE
•Remove any packaging
material and promotional
labels before using the
Smoking Gun™for the
first time.
•Do not place the Smoking
Gun™near the edge of a
table, counter or bench
top during operation.
Ensure that the surface is
level, clean and free
of water.
•Do not place any part of
the Smoking Gun™in a
gas, electric or microwave
oven or on a hot gas or
electric burner.
•Keep smoking gun
clear of walls, curtains
and other heat or steam
sensitive materials.
Minimum 200mm
distance.
2 Sage Recommends Safety First
6 Components
7 Assembly
8 Functions
9 Tips
10 Care & Cleaning
11 Troubleshooting
Contents

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•Always ensure the
Smoking Gun™is properly
assembled before use.
Follow the instructions
provided in this book.
•Do not leave the product
unattended when in use.
•Do not touch hot surfaces.
•Do not use harsh
abrasives or caustic
cleaners when cleaning
this product.
•Keep the product clean.
Follow the care and
cleaning instructions
provided in this book.
•This product is not
intended for use by
persons (including
children) with reduced
physical, sensory or
mental capabilities,
or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless
they have been given
supervision or instruction
concerning use of the
product by a person
responsible for their
safety.
•This product is intended
for household use only.
Do not use this product
for anything other than its
intended use. Do not use
in moving vehicles
or boats.
•It is recommended to
regularly inspect the
product.
•Any maintenance other
than cleaning should
be performed at an
authorised Sage Service
Centre.
•Do not attempt to burn
anything other than
small wood chips, wood
sawdust, dried herbs,
cooking spices, or
tea leaves in the burn
chamber.
•Do not leave the Smoking
Gun™unattended.

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•Use only in a well
ventilated area; the
burning of wood chips/
dust, dried herbs, cooking
spices, and/or tea
leaves may result in the
emission of combustion
by-products which are
known to cause cancer,
birth defects, and/or
reproductive harm.
•The metal barrel and burn
chamber of the Smoking
Gun™will become very
hot when in use. Allow
device to cool completely
before touching barrel or
burn chamber, cleaning,
or storing.
•Always use the Smoking
Gun™in an upright
position. Heated smoking
materials may fall out
of the burn chamber if
tipped, resulting in a
fire hazard.
•Always empty ash and
burnt material into a
non-flammable receptacle.
•Exercise proper care when
igniting the smoking
materials; improper
ignition of flammable
materials may result in
explosion or fire hazard.
•Always use a match
or lighter to ignite the
materials in the Smoking
Gun™; DO NOT USE a
kitchen torch or other heat
device as the excessive
heat may damage the unit.
•Do not point the Smoking
Gun™at any person or
flammable object.
•Avoid using the Smoking
Gun™in areas where
smoke may activate
smoke alarms or fire
suppression systems.

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•Never operate the
Smoking Gun™without
the stainless steel mesh
filter in place; burning/
glowing embers may
enter the body damaging
the unit or be ejected
through the nozzle,
creating a fire or burn
hazard.
•Removal or disassembly
of any parts of the
Smoking Gun™other
than the burn chamber;
stainless steel mesh filter,
battery compartment
cover, or batteries may
result in irreparable
damage and void the
warranty.
The symbol shown
indicates that this
product should not be
disposed of in normal
household waste. It should
be taken to a local
authority waste collection
centre designated for this
purpose or to a dealer
providing this service.
For more information,
please contact your local
council office.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTION

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Components
A. On/off switch
With dual speed for ignition and slow burn.
B. Removable burn chamber
Easy to tap out ash at the end of burn cycle.
C. Removable mesh filter
Push out with finger to replace.
D. Die-cast barrel
E. Silicone hose
F. Robust housing
Integrated base provides stable secure
platform.
G. Battery operated
Uses 4 x AA 1.5V battery.
A
D
B
C
E
G
F

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Assembly
1. Place the mesh filter in the top of the burn
chamber and press down with a finger to
seat it into the bottom of the burn chamber.
2. Place the burn chamber into the barrel.
Push down until the spring around the burn
chamber provides a small click sensation.
CLICK
3. Press the larger plastic end on the silicone
hose firmly into the round hole on the front
of the barrel.
BATTERIES
Use 4 x AA (1.5V alkaline) batteries only.
(No rechargeable batteries)
1. Remove battery cover from underside
of unit by sliding clip towards rear and
rotating outwards.
2. Insert batteries into cavity with orientation
to match the outer face of the battery cover.
3. Replace battery cover and press to
snap into place.

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Functions
BEFORE FIRST USE
Remove any packaging material and
promotional labels from the Smoking Gun™.
Wipe the burn chamber and mesh filter with a
damp cloth.
OPERATION
1. Place a small amount of wood chips
(or desired smoking materials) into the
burn chamber.
NOTE
Do not overfill the burn chamber.
The wood chips should just cover the mesh
filter area with a thin layer.
2. Press down the power switch located on the
rear of the main unit, to activate the fan at
high speed. This position is designated by
2 lines = on the switch.
–
Low Speed
O
Off
=
High Speed
To smoulder the
wood chips and
generate smoke.
For greater airflow
to assist in initially
igniting wood
chips.
3. Use a handheld lighter or match to apply a
flame to the top surface of the wood chips.
Move the flame around to ignite the entire
exposed surface. For best results make sure
the burning area is evenly distributed
or centred.
WARNING
• Do not use a kitchen torch or butane torch
style lighter.
• Maintain the presence of the lighter for a
period of time sufficient to start ignition only.
Excessive heat may cause damage to the unit.
4. Once the smoke is seen exiting the end of
the hose, depress the top of the switch to
maintain the fan on low speed (designated
by 1 line – ). Allow the wood chips to
smoulder and direct the smoke to where
required (see Tips page 9).
5. When sufficient smoke has been generated
or wood chips are extinguished, return the
switch the central position to turn the fan
off (designated by a circle O).
6. Allow the unit to cool completely after
burning has completed.
7. When cooled completely the burn chamber
can be removed by pulling it free of
the barrel.
NOTE
• Invert the burn chamber and tap on a solid
surface to remove any remaining wood chips
or ash.
• It is recommended to clean the burn chamber
prior to re-assembly.
WARNING
The burn chamber is very hot after use.
Exercise caution.

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Tips
• To provide smoke flavour and aroma for
meats, fish, fruits, or vegetables after cooking,
simply place the food in a covered casserole,
stockpot, Dutch oven, or other covered dish/
pan and inject smoke under the lid.(See
below table for smoking techniques. See
recipe cards included separately for more
ideas and details.)
• To enhance the presentation of a finished
dish, add a hint of smoke under a domed
plate cover.
• Use the Smoking Gun™ to infuse delicate
foods, such as cheeses and vegetables, with
smoky flavour and aroma without changing
their texture.
• One to three minutes under smoke is
generally all that is needed to infuse foods
with a smoky flavour and aroma. When using
the Smoking Gun™ with a covered receptacle,
simply inject the smoke under the lid and let
stand for a few minutes.
• Don't place hose directly in the food. Place it
just slightly above.
• Continuous smoking with the Smoking
Gun™ is NOT required.
• Ensure the unit has had sufficient time to cool
before reloading and operating additional
burn cycles if required.
• Hickory chips impart a pungent, smoky
bacon-like flavour that goes particularly
well with most meats, especially pork (ham,
ribs, etc.) and beef. They are good for most
vegetables because they impart a strong
earthy flavour.
• Applewood chips work well with poultry,
game birds and pork. These woods provide
a slightly sweet but denser, fruity smoke
flavour.
• Use wood chips that have been specifically
prepared for the purpose of smoking - these
timbers will have been dried to the correct
level and will produce less resinous materials
in the smoke output from the unit.
TECHNIQUES
CONTAINER
OR BAG
1. When smoking cooked foods, apply smoke after cooking.
2. Place food in a container, cover with plastic wrap, insert tube and fill with smoke.
Alternatively, place food in sealable bag, insert tube and fill bag with smoke.
3. Let food absorb smoke for 1–3 minutes and repeat 2–3 times for a stronger smoke flavour.
TABLESIDE 1. Plate food for serving.
2. Hold drinking glass upside down and fill with smoke.
3. Place glass over food and let smoke absorb while serving.
4. Lift glass at table in front of your guests.
STAND MIXER 1. Whip or beat food in a stand mixer.
2. Spread food evenly on mixing bowl walls for maximum surface area.
3. Cover mixing bowl with plastic wrap, insert tube and fill with smoke.
4. Let food absorb smoke for 1 minute and repeat 2–3 times for a stronger smoke flavour.
SHAKER 1. Prepare beverage.
2. Fill shaker with smoke, remove tube, cover with lid and shake.

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Care & Cleaning
1. Before cleaning, make sure the unit is
completely cooled down and power switch
is positioned to off position.
2. Remove the burn chamber from the barrel.
Invert the burn chamber and tap on a solid
surface to remove any remaining wood
chips or ash. The burn chamber may be
cleaned by hand with warm soapy water or
by placing in a dishwasher.
3. Wipe the barrel clean if residue is visible.
4. Mesh filter can be cleaned with warm soapy
water and small brush as required.
5. Clean hose and tube ends in warm soapy
water as required.
6. Use damp cloth to clean the main unit.
Do not immerse in water.
NOTE
• Do not use unit without the burn chamber
present.
• Do not use unit if there is no mesh filter in
the burn chamber.
• Cannot be used to bubble through liquid –
the fan/motor is not strong enough.
• Hose can be stored in loop to contain smell.
• Remove the batteries if the device is not to be
used for a long period of time.
• Allow the unit to cool completely between
consecutive burns.
NOTE
Replace mesh filter if it becomes clogged.
Filter specification:
No.20 US Sieve Size [Ø19.0mm (¾ inch),
stainless steel 304].
WARNING
Resin may stain hands, handle parts
with caution.
Visit www.sageappliances.co.uk or
www.breville.com to order more wood chips.

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Troubleshooting
POSSIBLE PROBLEM EASY SOLUTION
Fan not starting. • Check orientation of batteries.
• Switch not turned to High or Low speed.
• Replace batteries.
No smoke generated. • Ensure mesh filter is not blocked.
• Ensure the hose is not blocked.
• When using a container ensure there is an outlet for the air to escape.
• Ensure the fan starts when the switch is pressed to High or Low.
• Ensure wood chips are dry and small.
• Increase fan speed to High.
Not enough smoke. • Turn fan to High Speed to increase burn rate.

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