Camp Chef SMV18S - Manuel (Page 3)

Assemble Knob Bezel
1. Use two screws to attach the knob
bezel to the faceplate. Note - Screws go
through bezel and through the faceplate
into valve. Faceplate may need to be
adjusted to get holes to align properly.
Make sure to center bezel on valve before
tightening screws.
2. Push the knob onto the valve stem as
shown.
Attach Damper Vents
Stand the smoker upright on its legs.
1. Assemble 1 damper vent on top of
smoker as shown using the hardware
provided.
3. Tighten the first 1/2 jam nut until
the desired resistance of the handle is
achieved.
4. Tighten the second 1/2 jam nut on the
first to keep the nuts from loosening.
5. Install the dial with the thermometer
installed as shown using two #10 X 1/4”
bolts.
Knob, Trays and Grids
1. Set the grease pan in the bottom of the
smoker as shown.
2. Set the chip tray in the first rack
position of the smoker.
3. Set water tray in the second position of
the smoker.
4. Insert the cooking grids into any of the
remaining positions as desired.
Knob, Trays and Grids
1. When Inserting
the smoking racks,
make sure that the
longest bar is on
the top as shown
at right.
WARNING
DO NOT use this smoker in a manner
other than its intended purpose. Not
intended for commercial use. Not
intended to be installed or used in or on a
recreational vehicle or boat.
When cooking with oil/grease, a fire
extinguisher must be readily accessible.
In the event of an oil/grease fire do not
attempt to extinguish with water. Use
Type BC dry chemical fire extinguisher
or smother fire with dirt, sand of baking
soda. In the event of rain while cooking
with oil/grease, cover the cooking vessel
immediately and turn off the appliance
burners and gas supply. Do not attempt
to move the appliance or cooking vessel.
The use of alcohol, prescription or
non-prescription drugs may impair the
consumer’s ability to properly assemble
or safely operate this appliance.
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY!
Do not operate the smoker indoors, in
a garage, or in any other enclosed area
or under overhead construction. Do
not use on or under any apartment,
condominium, balcony or deck. Do not
operate smoker near flammable materials
such as decks, fences, porches or carports.
A minimum clearance range of 36 inches
is recommended.
Do not store the smoker near gasoline
or other combustible liquids or where
combustible vapors may be present.
Use caution when assembling and
operating smoker to avoid cuts and
scrapes from rough or sharp edges.
Use caution when lifting or moving the
smoker to avoid strains or back injury. 2
people are recommended to lift or move
the smoker. Do not move the smoker
while it is in use. Allow the smoker to cool
to 115°F (45°C) before moving or storing.
When cooking, the appliance must be on
a level, stable surface in an area clear of
combustible material. An asphalt surface
(blacktop) may not be acceptable for
this purpose. Do not operate smoker on
flammable material such as carpet or a
wood deck. NEVER use gasoline or highly
volatile fluids as a starter.
Store the smoker in a dry, protected
location.
This appliance is not intended for and
should never be used as a heater.
DO NOT leave smoker unattended while
in use. Operate the smoker with close
supervision. Do not leave hot ashes
unattended until the smoker cools
completely.
DO NOT operate around children or
animals. Do not conduct activities around
smoker during or following use until
cooled. Do not bump or tip smoker.
If Smoker becomes extremely hot -
allow smoker to cool completely before
handling. If you must handle the smoker
while it is hot, always wear protective
oven mitts or heat resistant gloves when
handling the smoker or its components.
The water tray and wood chip box should
not be moved while smoker is operating
or until smoker has cooled sufficiently.
These contain hot ashes and liquids that
may cause serious injury. If you must
move these components, ALWAYS wear
protective oven mitts or heat resistant
gloves.
Dispose of cold ashes by wrapping them
in heavy duty aluminum foil and placing
in a non-combustible container. Be sure
there are no other combustible materials
in or near the container.
DO NOT obstruct flow of combustion air
and/or ventilation air for smoker.
Use caution when opening the door of
smoker while in operation. Keep hands,
face, and body safe from hot steam or
flare-ups. Protect your nose and mouth
from smoke inhalation. Do not wear loose
clothing while operating the smoker.
Tie back long hair while operating the
smoker. ALWAYS wear fully-covering
shoes while operating the smoker.
Allow smoker and its components to
cool completely before conducting any
routine cleaning or maintenance. Do not
move the appliance when in use.
Never use glassware, plastic or ceramic
cookware on or in smoker.
NEVER operate smoker without water in
Assemble Legs
1. With the smoker cabinet in the upright
position remove the door by lifting it from
the hinges. Set the door panel aside. This
will make assembly much easier. Remove
knob from valve by pulling off.
2. Set the smoker assembly upside down.
Set the smoker cabinet on a padded
surface such as cardboard or carpet to
prevent scratching or damaging your
smoker.
3. Assemble 4 legs and the front panel as
shown using 1/4-20 X 5/8” bolts and 1/4
nuts.
Important: Assemble the front panel to
the front legs before installing the inside
bolts as this bolt must pass through the
front panel and the leg.
Assemble Burner &
Attach Regulator Hose
1. Leave the smoker cabinet upside down.
2. Assemble the burner drum assembly as
shown to the smoker cabinet using 1/4-
20 X 5/8” bolts and 1/4 nuts.
3. Attach the regulator hose to the brass
fitting on the manifold as shown. Use a
wrench to tighten the hose to the brass
fitting.
4. After installing the burner and regulator
hose, check for leaks around the hose
connection and manifold using a soap
solution. See Page 8 - Checking for Leaks.
2. Tighten the nut enough to keep the
damper vent snug but allow it to rotate
with little resistance.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for the two
remaining side damper vents.
Assemble Handles
1. Assemble the carry handle as shown
to the smoker cabinet using 1/4-20 X 5/8”
C-sink bolts and 1/4-20 nuts.
2. The nuts should be firmly tightened to
the bolts.
3. Repeat steps 1 and 2 for handles on
both sides of the smoker cabinet.
Assemble Door
1. Re-mount the door panel by sliding the
door’s hinge pins into the cabinet’s hinge
seats.
2. Assemble the door handle as shown
using the handle, wave washer, and two
1/2 jam nuts.