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MAINTENANCE
10
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
The following components should be inspected and cleaned (as
necessary) before every usage of your gas smoker to ensure
optimal performance, safety and efficiency.
COOKING GRIDS
All OMC cooking grids are coated with a durable finish to protect the
grids and reduce the tendency of food sticking to grids. With all OMC
cooking grids instead of burning off your smoker after each usage,
we recommend leaving food residue on grids and performing a
Burn-Off (see below) before each use; this helps build up a
protective layer of oil on the grids and will aid in preventing rust and
deterioration.
SEASONING GRIDS
Cooking grids should be seasoned before every use by wiping or
spraying them with vegetable or olive oil. Ensure that the whole
surface of the grid is covered by a light layer of oil. This helps
prevent rusting and deterioration. If rusting does occur, scrape it off
gently with a scrub pad and season thoroughly. During longer
periods of inactivity, grids should be seasoned, wiped dry then
stored in a dry place. Before first usage and after periods of storage,
grids should be washed dried with paper towel then wiped down
thoroughly with vegetable or olive oil.
WATER PAN
After each cook, it will be necessary to empty the water pan. Wait for
the smoker to completely cool. Carefully remove the water pan and
dispose of cooking liquid and food residue. Wash the water pan with
soap and water
SMOKER BOX
After each cook, it will be necessary to empty the smoker box. Wait
for the smoker to completely cool. It is a good idea to douse wood
chips with water to insure they are completely extinguished.
Carefully remove the smoker box and dispose of spent wood chips
residue. Wash the pan with soap and water
BURN-OFF
First make sure the water pan and smoker box has been emptied.
Ignite the burners as per “Lighting” (page 7). Operate gas Smoker
on HIGH with door closed for 10 min. or until smoking stops. Turn
the gas source off then turn control knobs to OFF. When the smoker
is completely cool. Clean the interior as necessary by scraping the
sides and bottom of the cookbox and vacuuming or sweeping up
debris.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
The following components should be inspected and cleaned at least
once a year or after any period of storage over 30 days to ensure
optimal performance, safety and efficiency.
BURNER
Remove burner and inspect for cracks and deterioration. Clean
venturi tubes using a pipe cleaner or venturi brush to eliminate any
blockages. See “Venturi Tubes.” (page 6) While the burner is
removed, clean the interior of cookbox by scraping the sides and
bottom of the cookbox and vacuuming.
HOSE
Inspect and replace if necessary. For propane see “Hose and
Regulator.” (page 5)
EXTERIOR FINISH
If white oxidation spots appear, wash the outside of the cookbox
with a mild soap and water solution. Rinse the surfaces thoroughly
then wipe them with a cloth dipped in cooking oil to restore the
luster. For repair of paint scratches and scuffs, use a good quality
HIGH temperature (600°F) spray paint for touch-up. Rusting is a
natural oxidation process and may appear on cast-iron and steel
parts. Rust will not affect short term performance of your smoker.
STAINLESS STEEL
Wash with soap and water. Use stainless steel cleaner to polish and
remove stains or marks. Weathering and extreme heat can cause a
stainless steel lid to turn a tan color. This is discoloration and is not
considered a manufacturing defect.
RESIN COMPONENTS
Wash with soap and water.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
If a problem is found with the regulator, hose, burner, or control
valves, do not attempt repair. See your dealer, approved service
center, or contact the factory for repairs or replacement parts. To
ensure optimum performance, use only original OMC replacement
parts.
LEAK TEST
When reconnecting a gas cylinder on propane models, be sure to
check for leaks. See “Leak Testing.” (page 5)
COOKING GRIDS
To wash cooking grids, use a light detergent and water and then
rinse and dry with paper towel; never air dry grids or use a
dishwasher. For cast iron grids, thoroughly season (see left:
“Cooking Grids”) after washing.
Always keep your Broil King® Smoke™ Vertical Propane Smoker
covered when not in use - use Broil King® Cover # 67240
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