Cookshack Oven 250 User's Manual
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1. correctly Do not operate oven without Heat Shield and Wood Boxes in proper position IMPORTANT Bottom of oven must be kept clean Change foil in bottom of oven and from top of Wood Boxes after each cooking and remove all excess grease from interior of oven Drain hole must be open at all times If drain becomes plugged oven bottom can fill with grease and a fire hazard may oc cur MAINTENANCE Procedures 1 Periodically check electrical plug and wire for any type of wear or damage 2 Twice annually put two drops of lightweight oil on the hinge pins to prevent binding 3 Check casters for free movement Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 11 Ver 06 1 www cookshack com TROUBLESHOOTER S GUIDE Operation PROBLEM Uneven cooking Strong grease fume charcoal flavor POSSIBLE CAUSE Improper meat loading Excessively dirty oven Meat sticks to lower grill Heavy blanket loading Smoke coming from top of Normal door Product gets too done on the Improper loading bottom grills product on top grills is raw or underdone Door closed light doesn t Door Closed sensor is in come on when door is closed wrong place Although smoker is set with Malfunctioning heating ele the same time and tempera ment ture as always product is now taking longer to cook Actual oven temperature Normal reads 5 to 20 higher or lower than set temperature Cookshack Model 250 260 Smart2. Cookshack Inc s option H repair of merchandise is deemed necessary by Cookshack Inc you will be instructed as to the necessary arrangements in order to affect the repair of the merchandise If replacement merchandise is deemed necessary by Cookshack Inc you will be invoiced for the replace ment merchandise upon shipment Credit for merchandise under warranty deemed to be defective by Cook shack Inc will be issued upon return of the defective merchandise Credit may be denied if the returned merchandise is not found to be defective by Cookshack Inc if it is not under warranty if it is not received at Cookshack Inc 30 days after your RETURN NUMBER 1s issued if it is damaged due to abuse misuse misapplication or accident if it has been serviced or modified by any other than an authorized Cookshack Inc service agent is not returned with an RETURN NUMBER is not in clean condition is not complete is damaged or lost in transit Replacement merchandise is sent to you via UPS Ground or common carrier If you request replacement merchandise be sent by faster service than UPS Ground or common carrier you shall incur the cost of ship ping Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 15 Ver 06 1 info cookshack com 800 423 0698 www cookshack com APPENDIX C Wiring Diagram 88 amp SS S Sei es FES DES Ar 6 ES S SSEESES SFE S Z GESESEEREFE FFF EF GE ODDOOOADPDONONDVWOHEHO OM 49 00 K POWER CORD WHI
3. from an electric heating element It is not intended for any use not specifically described in this manual Misuse of this smoker can result in serious injury and a fire hazard With those cautions in mind enjoy your smoker and the delicious foods it will produce The Folks at Cookshack Sales amp Customer Service 580 765 3669 Toll Free Orders 800 423 0698 24 Hr Fax 580 765 2223 Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 2 Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com TABLE OF CONTENTS COOKSHACK SmartSmoker OVEN MODEL 250 260 VERSION 06 1 SETTING UP COSINE E EE Kee EE Electrical Power Connecta dra aa EEES Die COORING Seasoning GL OVEN site a ta liat ia te dte simi ide Wood E EE Preparing the Oven for COOKING seis ESA geed smoker Oven Maximum Load Capacity iis ised cadsctasils thdeusht oailadidaelettdevebhedeos Loading the Oven with Meatiscisincnuisadslascinanside A Gantiiasaslaonueaiaes Setting the Cooking Temperature ds does deed deedeei ed edd ees Cen Ga EE SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE Safety EE CLEANUP toeerst enden geesde EES MAINTENANCE Ereegnes TROUBLESHOOTER S GUIDE NSAI IN a dee EE COO AD ins scat ta ela tam ad ds APPENDICES A Two Year Limited W arr ant yi red acerca ie WE Ee C Witing M ert geed AE R A EAEE ee ad IR ENEE censaedaangsdendsmsalviamiadazasns E National Service EE Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 3 info cookshack com Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cook
4. make sure ribs are se curely fastened Cook for shorter time Review loading and capacity instructions Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com APPENDIX A Two Year Limited Warranty Cookshack Smoker Ovens are guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and when installed in accordance with factory recommendations This limited warranty includes parts and labor for the first 90 days Following the 90 day period the two 2 year limited warranty is for parts only Cookshack Inc s obligation under this warranty shall be to repair and replace at its option any part deemed defective upon examination by Cookshack Inc or its authorized agent for a period of two 2 years from the date of sale PROCEDURES 1 Customer must obtain approval from Cookshack Inc before performing any service Cookshack Inc is not responsible for any unauthorized service work 2 The Limited Warranty extends to the original purchaser only 3 To make claim or request for the Limited Warranty the original purchaser must notify Cookshack Inc Customer Service for instructions as to the repair or replacement of the defective merchandise prior to attempting or contracting for repair of the oven See following page for Return Merchandise Policies 4 The model number and serial number of the Cookshack Smoker Oven must accompany any request for service to the oven 5 The Limited Warranty sh
5. 14 20R pin configuration plug Leviton P N 71 420 FR or Hubbell P N 241 0 with a 240 208V AC single phase power supply protected by a 20 ampere fuse or circuit breaker Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 4 Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com COOKING Seasoning of Oven The interior of your oven should be broken in or seasoned before you cook your first load of meat Place no more than 12 oz of wood see Wood Selection below in the Wood Box Close and latch the oven door Set temperature to 225 and turn the smoker on Let the oven smoke without meat for a minimum of four hours Further seasoning will occur as you cook in the oven Don t be alarmed if the oven temperature climbs somewhat higher than the setting That is normal When oven is loaded the meat will absorb the extra heat Caution The maximum amount of wood to be used in your Cookshack Model 250 260 smoker oven is 12 ounces Do not overload Wood Boxes Wood Selection You may use any fruit or nut hardwood in your smoker as long as it has good flavoring abilities The most popular woods for smoking are hickory mesquite and apple Any of these will work in your smoker and are available from Cooks hack Other regional favorites are alder beech cherry apple pecan maple oak buttonwood and mangrove Use local woods only if logs are selected and sized properly and if you are satisfied with their flavoring abilities Use o
6. 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com COOKSHACK INC OPERATOR S MANUAL Models 250 amp 260 SmartSmoker Oven Version 06 1 Model 250 amp 260 Serial No 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com man Dear Cookshack Customer Your Model 250 or 260 Cookshack SmartSmoker oven will produce great barbecue and smoked foods It is easy to operate clean and maintain Use this Operator s Manual to familiarize yourself with the smoker and its operation If you have a question or problem not covered in the book call us at 1 800 423 0698 Monday through Friday 9am to 4 pm or e mail us at info cookshack com You can also join the Cookshack Barbecue Forum on our website at www cookshack com which has high participation by both Cookshack customers and staff You must observe safe operating practices when using the smoker It is an electrical appliance and is therefore potentially dangerous Cookshack Inc assumes no responsibility for results of careless and dangerous operation of Cookshack smokers or other products All warranties are null and void if the practices described in the Op erator s Manual are not observed Read the following instructions thoroughly and completely before using your smoker Observe the instructions carefully Be certain that you understand completely how it operates before attempting to operate it This smoker oven is intended for use as a food smoker It generates heat
7. S OR 4 Set Hold temperature by pressing and holding the Hold CHICKENS temperature button Adjust with the adjust time or temperature buttons BRISKETS 5 If using the Cook amp Hold mode set Cook Time by pressing and holding the Cook Time button Adjust with the adjust time or temperature buttons 6 If using the Probe Mode adjust Probe Temperature by pressing and Holding the Probe Temp button Adjust the temperature with the adjust time or temperature buttons 7 Press Start If using the Meat Probe simply insert the probe into the covered RCA jack on the controller panel Place the probe end through the vent hole on the oven top and press into the largest piece of meat in the smoker oven The oven will cook at the set temperature until the internal temperature of the meat hits the temperature at which the probe is set At that point the oven temperature will change to the set Hold Temp and remain until the unit is manually shut down An audible signal indicates that the Cook cycle is complete and that the oven is going to the Hold Temperature Mode If cooking in the default Cook amp Hold mode the smoker will cook the product at the selected Cook Temperature for the selected Cook Time and then change to the selected Hold Temperature until it is shut off manually During the Cook amp Hold mode the LCD display of the IQ continually displays oven status after the Cook cycle has been started Using these features an
8. Smoker Oven 12 info cookshack com SOLUTION See loading instructions See cleaning instructions Load with ample room for upward passage of heat Load lighter at the bottom for efficient heat and smoke cir culation Carefully align door sensor Call Cookshack customer ser vice for instructions Have electrician change ele ment Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com TROUBLE SHOOTER S GUIDE PROBLEM Poultry too dark Bitter skin on poultry Fish too dark No smoke taste Ribs too dry Skin cracking on poultry Fish falls through grills Ribs fall off Rib Hooks Poultry not getting done Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven Cooking POSSIBLE CAUSE Too much wood Too much wood Too much wood Not enough wood Oven humidity too low info cookshack com SOLUTION Use less wood Poultry ab sorbs smoke easily so start with the minimum amount suggested and gradually in crease quantity with succes sive loads until desired flavor is reached Use less wood Use less wood Use more wood Increase cooking temperature and decrease cooking time Rub with vegetable oil butter or mayonnaise before smok ing Use a Cookshack Water Magazine to increase oven humidity Overcooking grill spacing tooCook for shorter time Use large to support fish Ribs not securely fastened Overcooking Overloading Cookshack Seafood Grills Review Rib Hook instruc tions
9. TE GRAY PURPLE popop 099902 WHITE WHITE nc PROBE em DOOR Kc CLOSE SENSOR HEATING ELEMENT 16 Ver 06 1 Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com Smoker Oven Illustration Sa PV625 Transformer dE PV445 Terminal Block SS PV682 Solid State Relay g PV683 Heat Sink 7 Required t PV482 Plug 4 pin 20 AMP VENT PARTS BEHIND IQ HOUSING Ae PV462 Power Cord 14 4 SO 6 Require PV 143 1 1 4 Nipple PV471 Cord Clamp PV152 Washer 2 req d os EE PV157 1 1 4 Bushing 2 reg d oe LABELS PV696 On off switch LA 306 Manufactured by back of electric cover PA161 LED Door SE ag UN PV685 IQ Control Board lt PA124 Hall Sensor Assy On side of oven oo0000 0000 A PV168 MS Door Handle SM250 PA122 Handle Sea PV169 SS Door Handle SM260 assembly w magnet PV013 Grills 6 Req d PM025 Side Rack 2 Req d PV720 Temperature Sensor PV551 Themostat 350 Limit Labels On Front Door Heat Deflector LA103 C UL 801b Com LA101 NSF I PM301 Woodbox Housing LA150 Caution Hot LA021 Electrical Spec LA250 Door Close 2 Req d PV325 Elements 220V1500W 2 Req d M305 Woodbox J PV720 Drip Pan PA230 Seal Kit PA231 Seal Kit w Strips PV172 Caster Swivel w brake 2 Req d PV173 Cas
10. all not apply if the merchandise has been improperly installed damaged due to abuse misuse misapplication accident or as a result of service or modification by any other than an authorized Cookshack Inc service agent 6 There are no express warranties other than the limited warranty stated herein above No warranties whether express or implied including but not limited to any implied warranties of merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose shall extend beyond the respective warranty periods described above 7 Cookshack Inc shall not be liable for any direct indirect special consequential incidental or punitive damages lost profits or loss of use or interruption of business regardless of the form of action or theory of liability resulting from any defect in or use of the Cookshack smoker oven accessories and or heating elements 8 Additional information on obtaining service under this Limited Warranty is available on the following page or by contacting a Cookshack Inc Customer Service Representative directly at 580 765 3669 Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 14 Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com APPENDIX B Return Merchandise If you have merchandise that you believe is defective and requires repair or replacement please note the follow ing procedures 1 te a 10 Call Cookshack Inc at 580 765 3669 Ask to speak to a Customer Service Representative Have your Smoke
11. hould be arranged so that the same amount of an item is cooked each time This allows full use of the automatic operation of the oven it will save time a better and more consistent product will be obtained When the oven is loaded according to above instructions close and latch the oven door Fasten the door latches securely Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 7 Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com Setting the Cooking Temperature Your Cookshack Models 250 260 has the new Cookshack IQ3 control system This controller has the same great cook amp hold features as the previous models of the IQ controller but with an additional feature that allows you to cook with a meat probe This optional probe plugs into the unit and allows you to set the internal temperature to which you want the product cooked If you did not purchase the meat probe with your unit call Cookshack Customer Service today at 800 423 0698 to order your probe Directions for Setting the Controller 1 Turn Master Switch ON 2 Choose the desired mode by pressing the Mode button while simultaneously pushing the up or down arrow until the desired Mode flashes Cook amp Hold for standard operation Probe Mode if cooking with the optional meat probe The default mode is Cook amp Hold 3 Set Cooking temperature by pressing and holding the Cook Temp button Adjust temperature up or down with the adjust time or temperature buttons RIB
12. ller display reads Door Open and the controller beeps until the door is closed The heating elements remain off It is necessary for the metal guide located at the upper right corner of the oven door to press against the sensor button located on the upper left corner of the right side of the oven If this metal guide is bent out of position the oven will not operate Please contact your Cookshack Service Representative for assistance if you experience this problem Recommended cooking times and temperatures are based on full loads with no holding cycle Larger or smaller loads or the addition of holding time may require adjustment of cooking time and temperature When you think the product is finished turn the switch to the OFF position Wait ten minutes before opening the oven door to check the product for doneness When the product is done to your satisfaction remove from the smoker Holding Meat should always be wrapped or sealed immediately upon removal from your smoker and held this way until ready to serve To minimize the danger of food becoming contaminated follow a few key steps The most important step is hand washing Employees can easily transmit germs to clean food if they don t follow basic personal hygiene It is very important to wash after touching raw meat fish poultry or dirty utensils Refrigerated cases should keep food at 38 F or below Hot display cases should keep food above 140 F Some microorganism
13. nly dry wood You will get the best results in finished product with dry wood Wet wood will release acids that will damage heating elements and reduce the length of their life Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 5 Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com Preparing The Oven For Cooking CAUTION Operation of a dirty oven may create a fire hazard Do not allow debris to accumulate in oven interior or on oven grills Such I debris may create a fire haz ard Follow all shutdown and cleaning instructions carefully 1 Check that Wood Box Housing is placed over Heating Elements and pushed all the way to the back of the oven Place properly loaded Wood Boxes in oven as shown Do not remove the Wood Boxes from the oven during cooking cycle 2 Line the bottom of the oven with aluminum foil and punch a hole in the foil corresponding to the drain hole Cover the Deflector with foil for easy cleaning Discard the foil after each cooking and replace with fresh foil 3 Place drain pan beneath the drain holes located in oven bottom and in the trough at bottom front of the smoker This drip pan should be emptied after each cooking 4 Notice that the grills in your smoker can be rearranged to accommodate different sizes of meat 5 When smoking thick items such as turkeys or large hams remove alternate grills Electric Elements 6 When hang smoking ribs remove all except the top and PY 325 220V 1500W 2 req d bott
14. om grills and raise side racks to highest position PM 305 Woodbox 2 req d IMPORTANT Do not operate oven without Wood Box Housing and Wood Boxes in proper position Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 6 Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com Smoker Oven Maximum Load Capacity IMPORTANT Do not overload your smoker Use the Smoker Oven Maximum Load Capacity chart below to determine the maximum capacity of your smoker The following chart shows maximum cooking capacities per load of various Cookshack smoker ovens IL SL na P einni LI en LI Je w m e Model 250 260 100 20 240 4 amp Capacities are based on 3 Ib ribs 8 10 Ibs heavy cuts and 3 lb chickens Capacities are specifically limited by the amount of heat available Loading the Oven With Meat 1 Keep meat approximately 1 away from the back and side oven walls at all times 2 Arrange meat with fewer cuts on lower grills Heavy loading of bottom grills will block heat and prevent smoke from traveling to the top of the oven This will result in undercooked meat on upper grills Allowances are made for loading arrangements when oven capacities are calculated 3 Load only half full the first time you cook and gradually increase to a full load with successive batches Monitor closely to determine what cooking time and load amount produce the results you desire 4 When possible cooking schedules s
15. r Oven model number and serial number ready If you are advised to return the merchandise to the factory for repair or replacement please observe the fol lowing procedures You will be issued a return number A Customer Service Representative will issue you a return number and or mail you an instruction form called a Return Merchandise Authorization for returning the merchandise with the return number on it All return merchandise must have a return number Do not return merchandise without a return number Attach the return number to the merchandise If you were sent a Return Merchandise Authorization attach it to the merchandise you are returning If you were issued an RETURN NUMBER by phone and not sent a Return Merchandise Authorization at tach a note to the merchandise with your name address and RETURN NUMBER Print the RETURN NUMBER on the outside of the return packaging Ship the merchandise to Cookshack Inc shipping prepaid F O B destination in the original container or equivalent at 2304 N Ash Street Ponca City OK 74601 You assume the risk of any loss or damage that occurs during transit due to improper packaging of the re turned merchandise Use the original container that the merchandise was shipped in or equivalent If you have merchandise that you believe needs to be repaired or replaced under warranty please note the follow ing procedures 1 2 3 Replacement or repairing defective merchandise is at
16. s which can cause disease when present in low numbers don t require temperature abuse to be dangerous To avoid these diseases exclude infected personnel from foodservice operations use clean utensils when handling food practice clean personal hygiene and use the proper containers when covering food Remember these are basic guidelines only and are not intended to replace laws regulations or restrictions concerning the handling and processing of food products For further information use your local health department guidelines to determine the best method for holding product hot or cold Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 9 Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN A FIRE HAZARD IMPORTANT If oven is to be left unattended with the door open remove the Wood Boxes from the oven using the wood box handle and douse the contents with water Safety First Turn the Master On Off Switch to OFF Unplug the power cord from the power outlet Allow the oven to cool for ten minutes before opening door Carefully remove cooked product from oven Use caution to avoid spilling hot grease IO S CLEANUP Always disconnect the oven from its electrical supply before cleaning or servicing Procedures Your Cookshack smoker must be kept clean Loose grease and scale should be removed regularly to prevent buildup which may ca
17. shack com SETTING UP Choosing a Location Your smoker must be operated inside Placement will be determined by convenience to rest of cooking operation ventilation wiring connection and clearance from flammable materials Do not place flammable or combustible materials on or adjacent to the smoker Ventilation A small amount of smoke will escape from the vent hole in the top of the oven and from around the door The oven should be placed under a hood or near a door or window with an outside exhaust A simple wall vent fan is adequate in many locations Fasten no pipes to oven vent An optional vent hood for your smoker is available from Cookshack The stainless steel Smokehood incorporates a removable grease filter and an exhaust fan It mounts directly on top of the smoker and removes the smoke vented during normal smoke cooking WARNING All warranties are null and void if the installation of the power receptacle is not done in strict com pliance with these instructions NEMA codes and any other applicable electrical codes Electrical Power Connections Note Due to the expense of this equipment and the risk of damage to the electrical system contained within this equipment installation of power receptacles should be done only by a qualified electrician COOKSHACK Models 250 260 have a dual burner system using 240 208V AC single phase power Connect these ovens to the power supply by connecting to a receptacle with a NEMA L
18. ter Rigid 2 Req d Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 17 Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com APPENDIX E National Service Policy Cookshack Inc National Service Policy is to build quality equipment with easy serviceability Because of the ease in serviceability Cookshack does not have National Service Companies to repair our equipment This allows each owner to use the service company of their choice If your unit needs repairs please contact your preferred local service company If warranty work is deemed necessary equipment owners should have their local service company contact Cookshack Inc at 580 765 3669 for authorization to perform the repairs Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 18 Ver 06 1
19. use strong fumes It is desirable to allow seasoned coating such as that found on a well seasoned cast iron skillet to remain on the oven walls For this reason we do not recommend attempting to restore the oven walls to a like new state after each cooking The use of detergent chemical cleaners or oven cleaner is not advised IMPORTANT Caustic oven cleaners may damage heating element and grills Use of oven cleaners or other caustic cleaners will void the warranty on h eating element and grills Follow this procedure after each load 1 Remove the grills and racks scrape and wash with soap and water Empty Wood Box Remember it s hot Use the Wood Box handle supplied with oven Discard aluminum foil Remove all grease from interior of oven Empty drip pan Refer to safety precautions above A ON er BO b2 Replace Wood Box to correct position Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 10 Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com Follow this procedure every 4 5 loads 1 2 3 4 5 6 Remove grills and racks scrape and wash Empty Wood Box Remember it s hot Remove Heat Shield and brush clean Remember it s hot Scrape loose grease and scale from walls with flat edge scraper Replace racks and grills Replace Wood Box Housing and Wood Boxes to correct position IMPORTANT Reverse the above cleaning instructions after each cleaning to re assemble the oven
20. y kitchen staff can easily determine the status of the load in progress Please note that the Oven Temperature that is displayed while the oven is running is the actual temperature inside the oven In order to see the Set Cook Temp Hold Temp or Cook Time briefly press the corresponding Set button Cookshack Model 250 260 SmartSmoker Oven 8 Ver 06 1 800 423 0698 www cookshack com info cookshack com The IQ controller is equipped with two preset buttons for easy selection of common settings for popular foods Pressing the button marked Ribs Chickens will make the following settings Cook Temp 225 F Hold Temp 140 F Cook Time 3 hours Pressing the button marked Briskets will make the following settings Cook Temp 225 F Hold Temp 140 F Cook Time 12 hours Once one of these preset buttons has been pushed you may start a cook cycle using these settings by simply pressing Start The IQ controller is equipped with a power backup system to prevent your Smoker from forgetting what it is doing in the case of a power failure The IQ will wait out power failures of up to 2 minutes and resume normal cooking This backup system means that turning off the Master Switch will not cause the IQ to forget its current instructions The Reset button may be used to clear these current instructions and cause the IO to start over from the beginning The IQ controller is also equipped with a door position sensor If the oven door is open the contro
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