Brinkmann Electric Smoker User's Manual
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1. Smoker Body N 151 Chrome Cooking Grills 4 Porcelain Water Pan 4 Base Pan 4 Lava Rock Pan 4 Electric Element Door with Latch i Door Hinge Metal Brackets for Handles Wooden Handle Halves Upper Support Brackets Single Clip on wo D Ww Lower Support Brackets V Clip 4 GOGGG66000PEB0800 Bag Lava Rocks 12 10 24 x 3s Screws and Square Nuts 6 6 32 x 1 4 Screws and Nuts for Door 6 8 32 x 3 4 Screws and Nuts for Handles Wood Chunk sample STEP 1 a Attach wooden handle halves to metal brackets using 8 32 x screws and nuts as illustrated b Attach two handle assemblies to side of smoker body using 10 24 x screws and square nuts as illustrated c Attach the three lower support brackets V clips to inside of smoker body through the three 1 4 holes that are located about halfway down the smoker body lower level Mount each bracket with notched side facing up using 10 24 x 3 screws and square nuts Tighten screws securely d Attach the three upper support brackets single clips to inside of smoker body through the three 1 4 holes located near the top edge Mount each bracket with notched side facing up using 10 24 x 3 screws and square nuts Tighten screws securely Lower support bracket V clip with notched side facing up Upper support bracket with notched side Qa W facing up STEP 2 a Attach hinge to inside of smoker body2. ELECTRIC SMOKER AND GRILL OWNER S MANUAL ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR SMOKER AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IS TO ATTRACT YOUR ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE HAZARDS AS YOU ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR SMOKER WHEN YOU SEE THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION WHICH FOLLOWS L READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR SMOKER A WARNING This smoker is to be used outdoors only Do not operate this smoker indoors or in an enclosed area Do not use this smoker in the rain or on wet surfaces Do not immerse cord plug or electric element in water or other liquids Keep this smoker and all electrical appliances away from swimming pools hot tubs etc Hazard of electrical shock if used on a wet surface in the rain or if appliance has been exposed to moisture For household use only Do not use this product for other than its intended purpose To prevent accidental electrical shock this smoker should always be used on a GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter outlet or circuit Always use a 3 wire grounded outlet wired for 120 volts which is GFCI protected at 15 or 20 amps If in doubt contact a qualified electrician Do not operate this sm
3. Brinkmann Corporation will not be responsible for any smokers forwarded to us without a Return Authorization Number EXCEPT AS ABOVE STATED THE BRINKMANN CORPORATION MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY LASTS SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU ANY LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE FAILURE OF THE GOURMET ELECTRIC SMOKER TO COMPLY WITH THIS WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS EXCLUDED CUSTOMER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE PURCHASE PRICE CHARGED IS BASED UPON THE LIMITATIONS CONTAINED IN THE WARRANTY SET OUT ABOVE SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE Owner s Manual for Models 810 7080 0 black and 140 7080 0 810 7080 K red 12 98
4. as illustrated Use 6 32 x 1 4 screws and nuts to attach hinge to smoker body NOTE Attach the hinge so pin is facing out of smoker as illustrated N b Attach door to hinge using the remaining 6 32 x 1 4 screws and nuts Pin Facing Out STEP 3 a Place lava rock pan inside base pan and align the hole in the side of each pan b Working from the inside of the lava rock pan feed the cord of the electric element through the aligned holes until the back plate of the electric element is resting against the wall of the lava rock pan Empty the entire bag of lava rocks into the pan and spread evenly c Lift the electric element up and position it on top of lava rocks Keep the back plate of the electric element flush against wall of lava rock pan STEP 4 a Place water pan inside smoker body on top of lower support brackets Position water pan so the rim is resting securely on notched out step of all three support brackets Place smoker body on base pan b Place a cooking grill on the lower support brackets directly above water pan c Place a cooking grill on the upper support brackets so the outer rim is resting securely on notched out step of all three support brackets STEP 5 a Attach the handle assembly on top of dome lid using 10 24 x screws and square nuts b Place dome lid
5. e The side door is for viewing purposes and adding water to water pan ONLY Never add wood or any other material through the side door When opening door stand back and use caution to avoid burns from steam flame flare ups or splashes from hot water Do not wear loose clothing or allow hair to hang freely when operating smoker Always wear shoes when operating smoker e When in operation smoker contains hot liquid in water pan Extreme caution should be used at all times Do not move smoker when water pan contains hot liquids Tilting or other slight movement could cause hot liquid to spill from water pan causing serious bodily injury e When lifting the dome lid keep hands face and body safe from hot steam or possible flame flare ups Always lift the dome lid off the smoker by tilting the dome lid toward you to allow hot steam to escape away from your face Should a flame flare up occur replace dome lid and unplug smoker to smother flame Do not use water to extinguish flames e Use extreme caution when adding liquid to water pan being careful not to spill any liquid onto electric element Always unplug smoker before adding water Follow instructions in Adding Water During Cooking section of this manual e Water pan should always be used when smoking Do not allow liquid in water pan to completely evaporate Check water pan every 2 hours and add water if level is low a sizzling sound may indicate a need for water Follow instruction
6. on upper support brackets of smoker body NOTE The dome lid is not designed to fit snugly in the smoker body The gap between dome lid and smoker body allows proper air draft YOUR GOURMET ELECTRIC SMOKER IS NOW COMPLETELY ASSEMBLED Before first use and after cleaning apply a light coat of vegetable oil or vegetable cooking spray to the interior surface of the dome lid smoker body cooking grills and water pan This simple process will help reduce interior rusting DO NOT apply oil to the base pan or electric element READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR TO USING YOUR SMOKER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS A PLACE THE SMOKER OUTDOORS ON A HARD LEVEL NON COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE AWAY FROM ROOF OVERHANG OR ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL NEVER USE ON WOODEN OR OTHER SURFACES THAT COULD BURN PLACE THE SMOKER AWAY FROM OPEN WINDOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT SMOKE FROM ENTERING YOUR HOUSE IN WINDY WEATHER PLACE THE SMOKER IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT IS PROTECTED FROM THE WIND A READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SMOKER FOLLOW THESE STEPS BEFORE PLUGGING SMOKER INTO ELECTRIC OUTLET Smoking 1 Remove dome lid and smoker body from base pan 2 Place flavoring wood on lava rock near the electric element Refer to Flavoring Wood section for recommended amount of flavoring wood y to use NOTE Do not place the flavoring wood directly on the electric element This could cause flame flare up an
7. same time place the meat that requires the least cooking time on the top cooking grill so that it may be easily removed first If only one cooking grill is required use the upper grill level for best results During the smoking process avoid the temptation to lift dome lid to check food Lifting the dome lid allows heat to escape making additional cooking time necessary Always use a meat thermometer to determine the proper degree of doneness Many variables outdoor temperature the number of times the dome lid is removed proximity of food to heat source etc will affect actual cooking times When using a meat thermometer place probe midway into the thickest part of the meat making sure that it does not touch any fat or bone Allow five minutes for the thermometer to register temperature properly AFTER USE SAFETY e There is no ON OFF control switch Always turn the smoker OFF by unplugging cord from electric outlet when adding water and wood or when finished cooking e Always allow the smoker and all components to cool completely before handling e Before smoker can be left unattended remaining embers and ashes must be removed Use caution to protect yourself and your property Place remaining embers and ashes in a noncombustible metal container and completely saturate with water Allow ashes and water to remain in metal container for 24 hours prior to disposing e Extinguished embers and ashes should be placed a safe dist
8. 5252 10 1998 The Brinkmann Corporation Dallas Texas 75244 www brinkmanncorp com ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from date of purchase The Brinkmann Corporation warrants the Gourmet Electric Smoker against defects due to workmanship or materials to the original purchaser The Brinkmann Corporation s obligations under this warranty are limited to the following guidelines e This warranty does not cover smokers that have been altered or damaged due to normal wear rust abuse improper maintenance improper use disassembly of parts and or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized employee of The Brinkmann Corporation e This warranty does not cover surface scratches or heat damage to the finish which is considered normal wear e The Brinkmann Corporation may elect to repair or replace damaged units covered by the terms of this warranty e This warranty extends to the original purchaser only and is not transferable or assignable to subsequent purchasers The Brinkmann Corporation requires reasonable proof of purchase Therefore we strongly recommend that you retain your sales receipt or invoice To obtain repair or replacement of your Gourmet Electric Smoker under the terms of this warranty please call Customer Service Department at 1 800 527 0717 for a Return Authorization Number and further instructions A receipt will be required A Return Authorization Number must be clearly marked on the outside of the box The
9. ance from all structures and combustible materials e Cover and store the smoker indoors in a dry location out of the reach of children e Wash water pan and cooking grills with hot soapy water rinse well and dry Lightly coat water pan and cooking grills with vegetable oil Proper Care or vegetable cooking spray amp Maintenance e Clean inside and outside of smoker by wiping off with a damp cloth Apply a light coat of vegetable oil or vegetable cooking spray to the interior surfaces of the dome lid and smoker body to prevent rusting e After the electric element has completely cooled clean with a damp cloth after each use Allow electric element to air dry outside of base pan so that all moisture evaporates completely before storing e Clean lava rocks and lava rock pan periodically with baking soda and water solution Rinse well and allow to air dry thoroughly before storing e If rust appears on the exterior surface of your cooker clean and buff the affected area with steel wool or fine grit emery cloth Touch up with a good high temperature resistant paint e Never apply paint to the interior surface Rust spots on the interior surface can be buffed cleaned then lightly coated with vegetable oil or vegetable cooking spray to minimize rusting e Always keep your smoker covered when not in use to protect against excessive rusting The Smoke N Grill cover may be ordered directly from Brinkmann by calling 1 800 468
10. d failure of the electric element 3 Place empty water pan inside smoker body on the lower support brackets Position water pan so rim is resting securely on notched out step of all three support brackets A CAUTION Before each use check handles and support brackets to make sure they are securely fastened 4 Place the smoker body on base pan making sure the water pan is still in place 5 Carefully fill water pan with warm water or marinade to 1 below the rim A full pan holds 4 quarts of water and will last for approximately 2 3 hours Do not overfill or allow water to overflow from water pan A WARNING Do not spill water or liquid onto electric element 6 Place a cooking grill on the lower support brackets directly above the water pan 7 Place food on the cooking grill in a single layer with space between each piece This will allow smoke and moist heat to circulate evenly around all pieces 8 Place the other cooking grill on the upper support brackets Make sure the rim is resting securely on notched out step of all three support brackets Place food on the cooking grill 9 With the dome lid on smoker plug the smoker into electric outlet A WARNING Always use a 3 wire grounded outlet wired for 120 volts which is GFCI protected at 15 or 20 amps If in doubt contact a qualified electrician Do not operate this smoker with any other appliance or electrical dev
11. dren Accessory attachments not manufactured by The Brinkmann Corporation for this smoker are not recommended and may lead to personal injury or property damage e Use caution when lifting or moving smoker to prevent strains and back injuries e We advise that you have a fire extinguisher designed for use with electrical appliances on hand Refer to your local authority to determine proper size and type of fire extinguisher e Do not attempt to service smoker other than normal maintenance as explained in After Use Safety and Proper Care amp Maintenance sections of this manual Repairs should be performed by The Brinkmann Corporation only e Properly dispose of all packaging material USE CAUTION AND COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR SMOKER FAILURE TO ADHERE TO SAFETY WARNING AND GUIDELINES IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT IN BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS A READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS amp ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR SMOKER FOR MISSING PARTS PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1 800 527 0717 Proof of purchase will be required Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged Tools required to assemble your Gourmet Electric Smoker and Grill e Flathead Screwdriver e Pliers PARTS LIST Dome Lid
12. ice on the same circuit 10 Allow food to cook After 2 3 hours of cooking check water level and add water if level is low Follow instructions in the Adding Water During Cooking section of this manual 11 Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is fully cooked before removing from smoker 12 After cooking always unplug the smoker from electric outlet Allow smoker to cool completely then follow instructions in the After Use Safety and Proper Care amp Maintenance sections of this manual 1 Remove dome lid and smoker body from base pan 2 Place a cooking grill on the base pan 3 Place food on the cooking grill in a single layer with space between each piece 4 Place dome lid on base pan and plug the grill into electric outlet For best results the dome lid should be placed on base pan when grilling food A WARNING Always use a 3 wire grounded outlet wired for 120 volts which is GFCI protected at 15 or 20 amps If in doubt contact a qualified electrician Do not operate this grill with any other appliance or electrical device on the same circuit 5 Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is fully cooked before removing from smoker A WARNING When grilling drippings from meat may cause flame flare up Use extreme caution when removing the dome lid Lift dome lid by tilting it toward you to allow heat and flame to escape away from your face If flame flare
13. ker back into electric outlet and allow food to continue cooking Check the water level in water pan if the complete cooking process takes i longer than 2 hours A low water level can be detected by listening for the Adding Water sound of water sizzling Water can be added to the water pan through the i i top of smoker or side door Use caution and follow instructions carefully During Cooking A WARNING Do not spill water onto the electric element OPTION 1 Adding Water Through Top of Smoker 1 Unplug the smoker from electric outlet 2 Lift the dome lid off the smoker body by tilting the dome lid toward you to allow 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 Inspect the water level in pan 3 If water level is low add water to water pan If food is on top cooking grill only water may be added to the water pan by moving food aside on cooking grill and pouring water down through the cooking grill Fill water pan to 1 below the rim Pour slowly to avoid splashing or overfilling 1 Cooking Tips If using both cooking grills wear oven mitts to remove food and the top cooking grill Move food aside on the lower cooking grill and pour water into water pan through the lower cooking grill Pour slowly to avoid splashing or overfilling Set the top cooking grill on the upper support brackets and place food back on the cooking grill P
14. lace the dome lid on smoker body Plug smoker back into electric outlet and allow food to continue cooking OPTION 2 Adding Water Through the Side Door Unplug the smoker from electric outlet Stand back and carefully open side door Use caution since flames can flare up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire Inspect the water level in pan If water level is low add water to water pan Stand back and carefully add water using a funnel or a container with a spout Fill water pan to 1 below the rim Pour slowly to avoid splashing or overfilling Close side door and plug smoker back into electric outlet Allow food to continue cooking Variation in flavor can be achieved by adding wine soft drinks herbs spices bits of citrus peel fruit juice onion or marinades to the water pan Brush poultry and naturally lean meats with cooking oil butter or margarine before cooking Meat should be completely thawed before cooking When cooking more than one piece of meat the cooking time is determined by the largest single piece being cooked The meat bastes itself while cooking in the smoker No basting or turning is necessary after the meat is placed on the grill For added variety barbecue sauce or marinade may be applied on meat before placing on grill There is very little difference in temperature and cooking time between top and bottom grill levels When cooking different types or cuts of meat at the
15. low heat and steam to escape away from your face Use caution since flames can flare up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with grease fire 2 Wearing oven mitts remove food from cooking grills then smoker body from base pan A WARNING The water in water pan will be extremely HOT When lifting smoker body from base pan use extreme caution and make sure the water pan is securely in place on the three lower support brackets Keep legs and feet out from under the smoker body to avoid being scalded by hot liquids spilling from water pan Be extremely careful not to tilt or jar smoker so hot water does not spill out of water pan 3 Set the smoker body with the water pan aside on a hard level noncombustible surface 4 Stand back a safe distance and use long cooking tongs to place flavoring wood on the lava rock Do not allow flavoring wood to come in contact with the electric element 5 Replace smoker body with the water pan on base pan A WARNING The water in water pan will be extremely HOT When lifting smoker body from ground use extreme caution and make sure the water pan is securely in place on the three lower support brackets Keep legs and feet out from under the smoker body to avoid being scalded by hot liquids spilling from water pan Be extremely careful not to tilt or jar smoker so hot water does not spill out of water pan 6 Replace food on cooking grills then place the dome lid on smoker body 7 Plug the smo
16. number to The Brinkmann Corporation for examination repair or replacement f The GFCI circuit trips when the electric element is plugged into the electric outlet Proper clearance of 5 feet between the smoker and combustible construction should be maintained at all times when this product is in use In windy weather this product should be located in an outdoor area that is protected from the wind Do not leave smoker unattended when in use Do not place smoker on or near a gas or electric burner or a heated oven Do not store or use smoker near gasoline or other flammable liquids gases or where flammable vapors may be present Use smoker only on a hard level noncombustible stable surface concrete ground etc Never use smoker on wooden or other surfaces that could burn A drip pan ash guard will not prevent fires from occurring on a wooden or other combustible surface A drip pan ash guard is designed for use with a smoker for easy clean up of drippings that can cause discoloration of surface and to catch falling ashes and embers Smoker should be placed in an area where children and pets cannot come into contact with unit Close supervision is necessary when this smoker is in use AWARNING e Use caution when reaching into or under smoker Always wear oven mitts gloves to protect your hands from burns Avoid touching hot surfaces Base pan should never be touched or moved while smoker is in operation or if still hot
17. oker with any other appliance or electrical device on the same circuit The smoker is turned ON by plugging cord into electric outlet There is no ON OFF control switch Before plugging unit into electric outlet smoker should be completely set up with flavoring wood in place liquid in water pan meat on grills and dome lid on smoker Always turn the unit OFF by unplugging cord from outlet when adding water and wood or when finished cooking Do not use an extension cord unless absolutely necessary If you must use one the following care should be exercised a Use the shortest length possible Use a 12 3 or 14 3 grounded type extension cord with a rating of at least 15 amps b The cord should be marked with suffix letter W A and with a tag stating Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliances c Keep cord connection dry and off the ground Appliance and or extension cord should be placed in such a manner so it will not be tripped over tugged on by children or pets Do not allow cord to touch hot surfaces Do not operate this smoker if a The cord or plug is damaged b The electric element has been damaged in any manner c The smoker has malfunctioned d The smoker has been exposed to moisture or if grease and drippings were not cleaned from element after each use Refer to Proper Care amp Maintenance section of this manual e There is any damage to the smoker Return the smoker with prior return authorization
18. s in Adding Water During Cooking section of this manual se a sufficient amount of flavoring wood to avoid having to remove smoker body from base pan during the cooking process his will limit the danger of spilling hot liquid from the water pan which could cause serious bodily injury dc se caution when assembling or operating your smoker to avoid cuts or scrapes from sharp edges of metal parts ever add charcoal lighter fluid fuel or material of any kind other than flavoring wood to the base pan where the electric ement and lava rocks are housed Place wood chunks on lava rocks away from the electric element 122Z Cc e om nplug the smoker from electric outlet when not in use Allow smoker to cool completely before cleaning Make sure embers re completely extinguished Dispose of remaining embers and ashes in a noncombustible container Do not allow ashes to uild up in smoker w e co o not use the smoker if the electric element has been exposed to moisture grease and drippings or if there is excessive ash uildup on the lava rock Do not clean electric element with a water spray or the like Failure to adhere to this safety warning could result in the electric element shorting out and in some cases exploding Clean the Electric element and lava rocks as instructed in the Proper Care and Maintenance section of this manual e Store the smoker indoors in a dry location when not in use out of the reach of chil
19. ups occur replace the dome lid and unplug the grill to smother flame Do not use water to extinguish a grease fire 6 After cooking always unplug the grill from electric outlet Allow grill to cool completely then follow instructions in the After Use Safety and Proper Care amp Maintenance sections of this manual To obtain your favorite smoke flavor experiment by using chunks sticks or chips of flavor producing wood such as hickory pecan apple cherry or mesquite Most fruit or nut tree wood may be used for smoke flavoring Do not use resinous woods such as pine as it will produce an unpleasant taste Wood chunks or sticks 3 to 4 long and 1 2 to 1 thick work best Unless the wood is still green soak the wood in water for 20 minutes or wrap each piece in foil and tear several small holes in the foil to produce more smoke and prevent the wood from burning too quickly A lot of wood is not required to obtain a good smoke flavor A recommended amount is 3 4 wood chunks or sticks Experiment by using more wood for stronger smoke flavor or less wood for milder smoke flavor Additional flavoring wood should not have to be added during the cooking i process however it may be necessary when cooking very large pieces of Adding Wood meat Follow the instructions and cautions below to avoid injury while i i adding wood During Cooking 1 Unplug smoker from electric outlet Remove dome lid by tilting the dome lid toward you to al
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