Camp Chef PGVXXL Mode D'emploi page 11

Do not turn the main power switch off while the smoker
is hot.
Cleaning
Clean grates using a wire grill brush. This should be
done with each use. DO NOT use oven cleaner or abrasive
cleaners on the painted smoker surfaces. Use warm soapy
water on all painted surfaces. Clean grease pan, grease
trough, and grease drain tube occasionally. A spatula can
be used to scrape excess grease and a grill brush to brush
clean. Do not allow grease to build up on the grease tray or
in the grease trough as this can cause flare-ups inside the
smoker. The grease tray can also be lined with aluminum
foil for easier cleanup. Make sure not to obstruct the flow of
grease off of the tray and into the grease trough. Make sure
not to block the airflow to the temperature sensor on the left
side of the smoker.
Normal use will create a buildup of ash, grease,
and creosote inside the smoker. The smoker must be
thoroughly cleaned after every 50 hours of use or if
a buildup of grease or creosote is noticed inside the
smoker. Clean the smoker by removing all internal parts
and thoroughly scrape away all grease and creosote
from all internal surfaces including the grease drain
and remove debris from the smoker. The drip tray must
always be cleaned prior to turning the smoker to high.
Excessive buildup of grease and creosote may result in a
grease fire. If a grease fire does occur, turn off the smoker
using the main power switch and close the door. Leave
the door closed until the fire extinguishes itself. If an
uncontrolled fire does occur, immediately call the local
fire department. Never put water on a grease fire.
Smoker Cleaning
When wood pellets are burned slowly, they produce tar and
other organic vapors that combine with expelled moisture to
form creosote. The creosote vapors condense in a relatively
DANGER
WARNING
cook oven chimney of a slow burning fire. As a result,
creosote residue accumulates on the smoker walls. When
ignited, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire. The smoker
walls should be inspected every 50 hours to determine when
grease and or creosote buildup has occurred. When grease
or creosote has accumulated, it should be removed to reduce
risk of fire. Use spatula or a wire brush to clean the smoker
walls with every 50 hours of use.
Troubleshooting
Smoker does not turn on.
Smoker fails to turn on after switching the power button to
the on position.
1. Make sure the smoker is plugged into a powered outlet.
Check the circuit breaker and/or GFCI switch. Test the
outlet using another appliance.
2. Unplug the smoker and check the fuse located in the
front panel. If the fuse is blown replace only with 4.0 Amp
125V 5x20mm Fast Blow Fuse. Typical fuse marking will
be 4A125V, F4A125V, 4A250V, or F4A250V. Make sure to
confirm they are a fast blow fuse. Actual fuse dimensions
are 5.2x20mm. If problem cannot be resolved please call
customer service.
Smoker does not heat up or digital readout
displays Flame
1. Turn Power Off
2. Check hopper for pellets
3. Check firebox to see if there are pellets in the firebox.
The easiest way to do this is to pull the burner clean-out
lever. Then remove the cup from the bottom of the smoker
and check for pellets. Use a vacuum to clean-out any
pellets that may be in the bottom of the smoker.
A. If there are a lot of pellets in the cup. Reinstall the
cup and close the burner clean-out, remove the smoker
grates, grease tray, and heat deflector and vacuum out
any pellets in the bottom of the smoker. Try restarting the
smoker. If restarting the smoker does not work and pellets
are getting to the burner cup the heating rod may need to
be replaced.
B. If there are few or no pellets in the cup then turn the dial
to the feed position and see if pellets fall out the bottom
of the burner. If there are no pellets check to see if the
auger is turning. If the auger motor is turning but the
auger is not there may be a sheared auger pin. You can
determine if the auger motor is turning by watching the
small white fan at the end of the auger motor under the
hopper. If the white fan is turning the auger motor is on. If
the white fan is turning and the auger is not you will need