Masterbuilt 20051011 manual General Warnings and Safety Information

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DANGER

 

DANGER

If you smell gas:

1.

Never operate this appliance unattended.

1.

Shut off gas to the appliance.

2.

Never operate this appliance within 10 feet

2.

Extinguish any open flame.

 

(3m) of any structure, combustible material

3.

Open/remove door.

 

or other gas cylinder.

4.

If odor continues, keep away from the

3.

Never operate this appliance within 25 feet

 

appliance and immediately call your

 

(7.5m) of flammable liquids.

 

Fire Department.

4.

If fire should occur keep away from appliance

 

 

 

and immediately call your fire department.

 

 

 

Do not attempt to extinguish an oil/grease

 

 

 

fire with water.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN FIRE, EXPLOSION OR BURN

HAZARD, WHICH COULD CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

GENERAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION

Unit is for outdoor use only.

Never use inside enclosed areas such as patios, garages, buildings or tents.

Never use inside recreational vehicles or on boats.

Never operate unit under overhead construction such as roof coverings, carports, awnings, or overhangs.

Never use unit as a heater.

Maintain a minimum distance of 10ft (3m) from overhead construction, walls, rails or other structures.

Keep a minimum 10ft (3m) clearance of all combustible materials such as wood, dry plants, grass, brush, paper, or canvas.

Keep appliance clear and free from combustible materials such as gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.

Use unit on a level, non-combustible, stable surface such as dirt, concrete, brick or rock.

Keep children and pets away from unit at all times. Do NOT allow children to use unit.

Unit has an open flame. Keep hands, hair, and face away from burner flame. Do NOT lean over burner when lighting. Loose hair and clothing may catch fire.

Allow unit to cool below 115°F (46°C) before moving or storing.

Avoid bumping or impacting unit.

This unit is HOT while in use and during cooling process. Wear protective gloves/mitts.

Use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair user’s ability to properly assemble or safely operate unit.

Never use glass, plastic or ceramic cookware in unit.

Do NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around unit during or following its use until it has cooled.

Accessory attachments not supplied by Masterbuilt Manufacturing, Inc. are not recommended.

Never use unit for anything other than its intended use. This unit is NOT for commercial use.

Use in accordance with local, state and federal fire codes.

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GENERAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION

Use 20LB (9kgs) gas cylinder that has protective collar (cylinder not included with unit).

Installation of unit must conform with local codes or in the absence of local codes, with National Fuel Gas Code, ANSIZ223.1/NFPA 54, Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gasses, ANSI/NFPA 58 or CSA B149.1, Natural Gas Installation Code; Propane Storage and Handling, CSA B149.2; or the Standard for Recreational Vehicles, ANSI A119.2/NFPA 1192; and Recreational Vehicle Code, CSA Z240 RV Series as applicable.

LP gas cylinder being used must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for LP gas cylinders of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) or the Standard for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation for Dangerous Goods, CAN/CSA-B339.

Always perform soapy water test (see “Soapy Water Test Instructions” in this manual) EVERY TIME you use unit.

Before each use check all nuts, screws and bolts to make sure they are tight and secure.

Before each use inspect gas hose for signs of damage.

Always disconnect gas cylinder from unit when not in use.

Never attach/disconnect gas cylinder, move or alter gas fittings when unit is in operation.

Never use gas cylinder if there is evidence of dents, gouges, bulges, fire damage, erosion, leakage, excessive rust, or other forms of visible external damage. This may be hazardous and cylinder should be taken to a liquid propane supplier to be checked.

Regulator and hose assembly supplied with unit MUST be used. For replacement parts, if needed, contact Masterbuilt Customer Service at 1-800-489-1581.

When lighting burner remove all smoker parts to prevent explosion from gas build up.

If ignition does not take place within five seconds using ignitor button, turn gas control valve to off position and wait five minutes and repeat lighting procedures.

Keep fuel supply hose away from unit while in operation.

Keep fuel supply hose away from any heated surface.

Do NOT obstruct flow of combustion and ventilation. Keep ventilation openings of cylinder enclosure free and clear of debris.

When use is complete, always turn regulator control valve OFF first, then gas cylinder valve OFF.

Gas MUST be turned off at the supply cylinder when not in use.

Do NOT store spare LP gas cylinder under or near unit. Gas cylinder safety relief valve may overheat allowing gas to release causing fire which may cause death or serious injury.

Never fill cylinder over 80% full or cylinder may release gas causing fire which may cause death or serious injury.

If you smell, hear or see gas escaping, immediately get away from gas cylinder and call the Fire Department. Fire may cause death or serious injury.

Place a dust cap on cylinder valve outlet whenever cylinder is not in use. Only install dust cap provided with cylinder. Other caps or plugs may cause leaks.

Cylinder MUST be stored outdoors, out of children’s reach and must NOT be stored in a building, garage, or any other enclosed area.

This appliance is not for frying turkeys.

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Contents ASSEMBLY, Care & USE Manual General Warnings and Safety Information Match Light Instructions Soapy Water Test Warnings & ProceduresREGULATOR, Burner and GAS Valve Connection & Operation Hardware List Parts ListReplacement Parts List Assembly StepMount body handle 8 to smoker Assem BLY Wood Flavor Poultry Fish HAM Beef Pork Lamb PRE-SEASON Instructions Tips for Using Wood ChipsWood Smoking Guide for Meats Smoking Chart Safe Storage & MaintenanceHOW to Clean Smoker Honey Cured Smoked Salmon Recipes Limited WarrantyPork or Baby Back Ribs Maple Glazed HAM