Controlling Flare-Ups - Konifera 676714 Notice De Montage Et D'utilisation

3. Using a funnel or a container with a spout, carefully pour water into water
pan to 1 inch (2.54 cm) below the water pan rim. (Figure 3, p. 13). Do not
overfill water pan.
Stand to side of smoker and use extreme caution while pouring water
CAUTION:
as it may turn directly to steam.
4. Close side door on smoker.

Controlling Flare-ups:

Do not use water on an oil/grease fire. This can cause the grease
WARNING:
to splatter and could result in serious burns, bodily harm or other
damage.
• Do not leave smoker unattended while preheating, cooking or
CAUTION:
burning off food residue. If smoker has not been cleaned, an oil/
grease fire can occur that may damage the product.
• When cooking, fire extinguishing materials shall 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 with dirt, sand or baking soda.
• Flare-ups are a part of cooking meats on a smoker and add to the
unique flavor of smoking.
• Excessive flare-ups can over-cook your food and cause a
dangerous situation for you and your smoker.
• Excessive flare-ups result from the build-up of grease in the
bottom of your smoker.
• If excessive flare-ups occur, DO NOT pour water onto the flames.
• If grease fire occurs, close the lid until the grease burns out. Use
caution when opening the lid as sudden flare-ups may occur.
1. Trim excess fat from meats prior to cooking.
Minimize Flare-ups:
2. Ensure that your smoker is on a hard, level, non-combustible surface.
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