Brinkmann Smoker Wood Smoker Grill User Manual

Deluxe Outdoor Charcoal/Wood Smoker & Grill  
OWNER’S MANUAL  
ASSEMBLY & OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
WARNING  
READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND  
INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO AVOID  
PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.  
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WARNING  
Check grease and/or ash level in metal bucket or tin can often and empty or change when w full. Use extreme caution as the  
smoker, metal bucket or tin can and its contents will be hot.  
When grilling, grease from meat may drip into the charcoal and cause a grease fire. If this should happen close lid, air vent and  
damper to suffocate the flame. Do not use water to extinguish grease fires.  
Use caution since flames can flare-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire. When opening the lids, keep hands,  
face and body a safe distance from hot steam and flame flare-ups.  
Do not exceed a temperature of 400°F in cooking chamber. Do not allow charcoal and/or wood to rest on the walls of the firebox  
and cooking chamber. Doing so will greatly reduce the life of the metal and finish of your smoker.  
Do not wear loose clothing or allow hair to hang freely while using smoker.  
Use caution when reaching into or under smoker. Always wear oven mitts or gloves to protect your hands from burns. Avoid  
touching hot surfaces.  
When opening lid, make sure it is pushed all the way back so it rests against the lid support bracket. If lid is not resting against  
the bracket, it could fall back to a closed position and cause bodily injury.  
In windy weather, place smoker in an outdoor area that is protected from the wind.  
Close lids and all dampers to suffocate flame.  
Never leave coals and ashes in smoker unattended. Before smoker can be left unattended, remaining coals and ashes must be  
removed from smoker. Use caution to protect yourself and property. Carefully place remaining coals and ashes in a  
noncombustible metal container and saturate completely with water. Allow coals and water to remain in metal container 24 hours  
prior to disposing.  
Extinguished coals and ashes should be placed a safe distance from all structures and combustible materials.  
With a garden hose, completely wet the surface beneath and around smoker to extinguish any ashes, coals or embers which may  
have fallen during the cooking or cleaning process.  
After each use, clean the smoker thoroughly and reapply a light coat of oil to interior to prevent rusting. Cover the smoker to  
protect it from the weather.  
Use caution when lifting or moving smoker to prevent strains and back injuries.  
We advise that a fire extinguisher be on hand. Refer to your local authority to determine proper size and type of fire extinguisher.  
Accessory attachments not manufactured by The Brinkmann Corporation for this particular product are not recommended and  
may lead to personal injury or property damage.  
Store the smoker out of reach of children and in a dry location when not in use.  
Do not attempt to service smoker other than normal maintenance as explained in “After-Use Safety” and “Proper Care &  
Maintenance” sections on page 16 of this manual. Repairs should be performed by The Brinkmann Corporation only.  
Properly dispose of all packaging material.  
USE CAUTION AND COMMON SENSE WHEN OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.  
FAILURE TO ADHERE TO SAFETY WARNINGS AND GUIDELINES IN THIS MANUAL COULD RESULT  
IN BODILY INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.  
SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.  
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS  
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY  
BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.  
FOR MISSING PARTS, PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-527-0717.  
(Proof of purchase will be required.)  
Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.  
We recommend two people work together  
when assembling this unit.  
Parts Bag Contains:  
The following tools are required to assemble  
the Smoke’N Pit Professional:  
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Chrome push plug  
(Not furnished if temp. gauge is included)  
Zinc push nut (Smokestack damper)  
Plastic wheel push caps  
Plastic leg end caps  
10-24 Screws & nuts  
1
2
2
4
Hammer  
Pliers  
Phillips & Flathead Screwdriver  
716" Wrench or Adjustable Wrench  
Small Block of Wood  
(bolts handle halves to brackets)  
4" x 12" Rear grill support bolts  
6
32 4" Hex nuts  
19 4" x w" Bolts  
28 4" Flat washers  
PARTS LIST:  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
1
1
1
1
1
3
Cooking chamber  
6
4" Lock washers  
Firebox w/warming tray  
Air vent butterfly damper  
Smokestack  
Smokestack damper  
Ash-guard shield  
Cooking grills (2 larger grills for cooking  
chamber; 1 smaller grill for firebox)  
Charcoal grates  
(4 for handles, 1 for door latch,  
1 for butterfly damper)  
2" Self tapping screws  
716" Flat washers (wheels)  
4" Indented lock nut  
8
2
1
(for ash-guard shield)  
12 316" x 12" Carriage bolts & nuts  
5
8
3
2
4
1
4
6
3
1
1
2
2
2
1
1
7
9
Metal brackets for handles  
Wooden handle halves  
Wire rack (for wood)  
Metal shelf brackets  
Front grill support brackets  
Wooden shelf slats  
Leg brace with L-bracket  
Leg brace  
Legs  
Legs w/wheel axle  
Wheels  
4
10  
11  
12  
13  
14  
15  
16  
17  
18  
19  
20  
21  
9
8
10  
10  
9
1
20  
3
13  
12  
Firebox door latch  
Heat shield for firebox  
15  
6
17  
2
11  
21  
16  
18  
14  
19  
17  
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Clear an assembly area and get a friend to help  
you put your smoker together. Lay cardboard  
down to protect smoker finish and assembly  
area.  
Firebox  
Opening  
Step 1  
Place the large cooking chamber on its  
closed end with the door open. Make sure  
that another person is holding the cooking  
chamber steady. The opening to the firebox  
should be facing up as illustrated.  
Step 2  
To install the ash-guard shield, start from  
the inside of smoker and insert a 4" x w"  
bolt into the small hole next to the grease  
hole. Place the shield with the tab pointing  
away from the cooking chamber and secure  
with the 4" indented lock nut.  
Indented  
Lock Nut  
NOTE: The 4" indented lock nut will require  
pliers and wrench to thread it onto  
the bolt. Do not overtighten as this  
will make the ash-guard shield  
difficult to open and close.  
Ash-Guard  
Shield  
Step 3  
Grease Hole  
Install the plastic end caps into the two legs  
without the wheel axle. Using a block of  
wood and hammer, tap the cap into place.  
Top View  
Cooking  
Chamber  
4" Hex Nut  
4" Flat Washer  
Step 4  
With the chamber still standing on its  
closed end, attach the first two legs  
(without axles) to the end closest to firebox  
opening. Align the bolts of one leg with the  
pre-drilled holes in the smoker chamber as  
illustrated. Insert bolts and place a washer,  
then a hex nut over the leg bolts and hand  
tighten only. Do not attach a second leg yet.  
Leg w/o Axle  
Step 5  
Insert the wire rack (curved end pointed  
down) into the mounted leg. Insert wire  
rack into other leg. Attach second leg onto  
cooking chamber using the same technique  
described in Step 4. Do not overtighten.  
Wire Rack  
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Step 6  
Top View  
Bottom View  
Install the leg brace (without the L-bracket)  
to the mounted legs using four self tapping  
screws. Securely tighten the screws and leg  
hex nuts. Do not overtighten.  
Smoker  
Chamber  
4" Hex Nut  
4" Flat Washer  
Step 7  
Attach the other two legs (with wheel axles)  
to the smoker. First, insert the wire rack into  
the leg, then move bolted end of leg until  
bolts align with holes in the cooking  
chamber. Insert bolts and place a flat washer  
and hex nut over each bolt and hand tighten  
only. Repeat this step on last leg.  
Wire Rack  
Leg Brace without  
L-Bracket  
NOTE: Leg brace with L-bracket is not  
attached until Step 12, after the firebox  
has been attached and the smoker is in  
an upright position.  
Legs with Axles  
Step 8  
Attach the door latch to the outside of the  
firebox door as illustrated. Do not  
overtighten hex nut.  
4" Flat Washer  
Door Latch  
4" Lock Washer  
4" Hex Nut  
Inside of  
Firebox Door  
Step 9  
To install air vent damper, open the firebox  
door and attach damper to inside of firebox  
door as illustrated. Do not overtighten as this  
will make the air vent difficult to open and  
close.  
Step 10  
Close firebox lid and door. Carefully place the  
firebox on top of the large chamber. Open  
firebox lid and align the holes of both  
chambers and secure with 4" x w" bolts.  
Use two flat washers per bolt as illustrated  
(one in the firebox and one in the cooking  
chamber).  
Air Vent  
Butterfly Damper  
Step 11  
Keeping lids closed and with the help of an  
assistant, carefully turn the smoker to its  
upright position. Try to minimize the stress  
placed on the legs.  
Firebox  
Begin  
Bolting  
Here  
CAUTION: Keep lids closed when setting unit  
Flat  
Washer  
upright to prevent bodily injury.  
Step 12  
Attach leg brace with L-bracket to the legs  
with wheel axles using self tapping screws.  
When attaching leg brace, it may be  
necessary to slightly loosen leg nuts to align  
the holes.  
Cooking  
Chamber  
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Make sure the L-bracket faces the grease hole  
under cooking chamber. The bracket will hold a  
metal bucket or tin can for catching grease  
and/or ashes when smoker is in use.  
WARNING: A metal bucket or 44" tall, 20 oz. tin  
can must be kept under grease hole at  
all times. Empty or replace bucket or  
tin can when w full to prevent spills  
during removal. Making sure metal  
bucket handle is flush with the back of  
L-bracket. Use caution when removing  
to avoid spilling hot grease.  
L-Bracket  
Leg Brace with  
L-Bracket  
Tin Can  
(not included)  
Wheel  
Leg with Axle  
Metal Bucket  
(not included)  
716" Washer  
Leg with  
Axle  
NOTE: When grilling, close the ash-guard shield,  
then set metal bucket or tin can in place.  
It may be necessary to bend the base of  
the L-bracket up slightly to ensure that  
metal bucket or tin can is properly  
secured.  
Wheel  
Cap  
Zinc  
Push Nut  
Step 13  
Damper  
After mounting leg brace, open lid and securely  
tighten all leg nuts. Do not overtighten.  
Smokestack  
Step 14  
Smokestack  
Attach wheels to outside of legs as illustrated.  
Step 15  
Install smokestack over smokestack pilot as  
illustrated.  
Step 16  
Install smokestack damper as illustrated.  
Step 17  
Attach wooden handle halves to metal bracket  
as shown. Fasten one handle to firebox lid and  
the other handle to cooking chamber lid.  
Smokestack Pilot  
(to tighten the fit, spread slit  
with large screwdriver).  
4" Lock  
Washer  
10-24 Screws  
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Cooking Chamber  
Step 18  
316" x 12"  
Fasten the four shelf brackets to the  
Carriage Bolt  
Wooden  
Shelf Slat  
outside front of the cooking chamber and  
four grill support brackets to the inside  
using 4" x w" bolts, washers and nuts as  
illustrated.  
Grill Support  
Bolt  
Grill Support  
Bracket  
Step 19  
Attach the two grill support brackets to  
inside front of firebox using 4" x w"  
bolts, washers and nuts.  
Step 20  
Insert the four 4" x 12" grill support  
bolts into the pre-drilled holes in the back  
of the cooking chamber and secure with  
nuts.  
Shelf  
Bracket  
Inside of Cooking  
Chamber  
Step 21  
Insert the two 4" x 12" grill support bolts  
into the pre-drilled holes in the back of  
firebox and secure with nuts.  
Warming Tray  
Firebox  
Step 22  
Take one wooden shelf slat and align  
holes with shelf bracket holes and attach  
with 316" x 12" carriage bolts and nuts.  
Repeat this procedure with the other two  
wooden shelf slats.  
Charcoal  
Grate  
Step 23  
Place heat shield in bottom of firebox.  
Place a charcoal grate (smaller than the  
cooking grills) above the heat shield  
allowing it to rest on the sides of the  
firebox. Place the other charcoal grates in  
cooking chamber to use as another level  
for food when smoking.  
Heat Shield  
Step 24  
Place cooking grills on top of grill support  
bolts and brackets in cooking chamber  
and firebox.  
Chrome  
Push Plug  
Temperature  
Gauge  
Step 25  
If you have purchased a smoker without a  
temperature gauge, insert chrome push  
plug into hole in lid of cooking chamber. If  
the temperature gauge is included,  
remove tightening ring from gauge. Drop  
probe through hole and re-thread  
tightening ring.  
Cooking  
Chamber  
Cooking  
Chamber  
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PREPARATION FOR USE  
& LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS  
PLACE THE SMOKER OUTDOORS ON A HARD, LEVEL, NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE  
AWAY FROM ROOF OVERHANG OR ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. NEVER USE ON WOODEN OR OTHER SURFACES THAT  
COULD BURN. PLACE THE SMOKER AWAY FROM OPEN WINDOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT SMOKE FROM ENTERING YOUR  
HOUSE. IN WINDY WEATHER, PLACE THE SMOKER IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT IS PROTECTED FROM THE WIND.  
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY  
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.  
Prior to your first use of the Brinkmann Smoke’N Pit Professional, follow the  
Curing Your Smoker  
instructions below carefully to cure smoker. Curing your smoker will minimize  
rust and damage to the exterior finish as well as rid smoker of paint odor that  
can impart unnatural flavors to the first meal prepared on your Professional.  
A temperature gauge is recommended during the curing process. Any  
high-quality oven temperature gauge may be used. The Brinkmann Smoke’N Pit  
Temperature Gauge is specifically designed to fit in the lid of the Professional  
and is an essential tool when smoke cooking or grilling. The Smoke’N Pit  
Temperature Gauge may be ordered directly from Brinkmann by calling  
1-800-468-5252.  
IMPORTANT: To protect your smoker from excessive rust, the unit must be  
properly cured and covered at all times when not in use. A  
Smoke’N Pit Professional cover may be ordered directly from  
Brinkmann by calling 1-800-468-5252.  
Step 1  
Lightly coat all interior surfaces of the smoker including cooking grills and  
charcoal grates with vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray.  
TIN CAN  
Step 2  
Make sure heat shield is in place at the bottom of firebox. Place a charcoal  
grate in firebox. Place the other charcoal grates in cooking chamber. Place  
cooking grills in cooking chamber.  
L-Bracket  
Step 3  
Ash Guard  
Shield  
Close the ash-guard shield (damper at the bottom of cooking chamber) and  
place a tin can or metal bucket on the L-bracket. A tin can or metal bucket  
must be placed under the grease hole at all times, even when the ash-guard  
shield is closed.  
Tin Can  
(not included)  
Step 4  
METAL BUCKET  
Follow the instructions below carefully to build a fire in the firebox. You may  
use charcoal and/or wood as fuel in the Smoke’N Pit Professional (see  
“Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking” section of this manual).  
If using a Charcoal Chimney Starter, follow all manufacturer’s warnings and  
instructions regarding the use of their product. Start with 8 to 10 pounds of  
charcoal. This should be enough charcoal to cook with once the curing  
process has been completed. Open the firebox air vent approximately 1" to 2"  
and smokestack damper halfway. When charcoal is burning strong, carefully  
place the hot coals in center of charcoal grate in firebox.  
Ash Guard  
Shield  
L-Bracket  
WARNING: Keep hot coals away from the firebox air vent to prevent coals from  
Metal Bucket  
(not included)  
falling out.  
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NOTE: To extend the life of your smoker, make sure that hot coals and  
wood do not touch the walls of the firebox.  
IF USING CHARCOAL CHIMNEY STARTER, PROCEED TO STEP 7.  
If you choose to use charcoal lighting fluid, ONLY use charcoal light-  
ing fluid approved for lighting charcoal. Do not use gasoline,  
kerosene, alcohol or other flammable material for lighting charcoal.  
Follow all manufacturer’s warnings and instructions regarding the use  
of their product. Start with 8 to 10 pounds of charcoal. This should  
be enough charcoal to cook with, once the curing process has been  
completed. Place the charcoal in center of charcoal grate in firebox.  
WARNING: Never use charcoal that has been pre-treated with  
lighter fluid. Use only a high grade plain charcoal or  
charcoal/wood mixture.  
Step 5  
Saturate charcoal with lighting fluid. With lid open, wait 2 to 3  
minutes to allow lighting fluid to soak into charcoal. Store charcoal  
lighting fluid safely away from the smoker.  
Step 6  
Open the firebox air vent approximately 1" to 2" and smokestack  
damper half way. With firebox lid open, stand back and carefully light  
charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash  
(approximately 20 minutes). Charcoal lighting fluid must be  
allowed to completely burn off prior to closing firebox lid.  
WARNING: Failure to do this could trap fumes from charcoal lighting  
fluid in smoker and may result in a flash-fire or explosion  
when lid is opened.  
Step 7  
With coals burning strong in the firebox, close the lid. Use a  
temperature gauge to monitor temperature. A temperature of  
approximately 250°F in the cooking chamber is desired. Maintain this  
temperature for 1 to 2 hours.  
Step 8  
Increase the temperature to approximately 350°F to 400°F. This can  
be achieved by opening the firebox air vent and smokestack damper  
and adding more charcoal and/or wood (see “Adding Charcoal/Wood  
During Cooking” section of this manual). Maintain this temperature  
for 1 hour then allow unit to cool completely.  
NOTE: Never exceed a temperature of 400°F in cooking chamber. It is  
important that the exterior of the smoker is not scraped or  
rubbed during the curing process.  
IMPORTANT: Cure your smoker periodically throughout the year to  
protect against excessive rust.  
YOUR SMOKE’N PIT PROFESSIONAL IS NOW CURED  
AND READY FOR USE.  
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
PLACE THE SMOKER OUTDOORS ON A HARD, LEVEL, NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE  
AWAY FROM ROOF OVERHANG OR ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. NEVER USE ON WOODEN OR OTHER  
SURFACES THAT COULD BURN. PLACE THE SMOKER AWAY FROM OPEN WINDOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT  
SMOKE FROM ENTERING YOUR HOUSE. IN WINDY WEATHER, PLACE THE SMOKER IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT  
IS PROTECTED FROM THE WIND.  
READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY  
BEFORE OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.  
When smoking, open the ash-guard shield to allow grease to drain.  
Smoking  
WARNING: A metal bucket or tin can must be placed under the grease  
hole at all times to catch grease and/or ashes. Check grease  
level in bucket or tin can often and empty or change when  
w full. Use extreme caution as bottom of cooking chamber,  
container and contents will be hot.  
Step 1  
Make sure heat shield is in place at the bottom of firebox. Place a  
charcoal grate in firebox. Store the other charcoal grates or place in  
cooking chamber for food if desired. Place cooking grills in cooking  
chamber on low or middle cooking level.  
Step 2  
Low Cooking Level  
Follow instructions below carefully to build a fire in the firebox. You  
may use charcoal and/or wood as fuel in the Smoke’N Pit Professional  
(see “Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking” section of this manual).  
If using a Charcoal Chimney Starter, follow all manufacturer’s warnings  
and instructions regarding the use of their product. Open the firebox  
air vent approximately 1" to 2" and smokestack damper halfway.  
Carefully place 8 to 10 pounds of hot coals in center of charcoal grate  
in firebox.  
WARNING: Keep hot coals away from the firebox air vent to prevent  
coals from falling out.  
NOTE: To extend the life of your smoker, make sure that hot charcoal  
and wood do not touch the walls of the firebox.  
Middle Cooking Level  
IF USING CHARCOAL CHIMNEY STARTER, PROCEED TO STEP 5.  
Rotate the cooking grills 90° and place in  
cooking chamber for middle cooking level.  
If you choose to use charcoal lighting fluid, ONLY use charcoal  
lighting fluid approved for lighting charcoal. Do not use gasoline,  
kerosene, alcohol or other flammable material for lighting charcoal.  
Follow all manufacturer’s warnings and instructions regarding the  
use of their product. Place 8 to 10 pounds of charcoal in center of  
charcoal grate in firebox.  
WARNING: Never use charcoal that has been pre-treated with  
lighter fluid. Use only a high grade plain charcoal or  
charcoal/wood mixture.  
Step 3  
Saturate charcoal with lighting fluid. With lid open, wait 2 to 3 minutes  
to allow lighting fluid to soak into charcoal. Store charcoal lighting fluid  
safely away from the smoker.  
Top Cooking Level  
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Step 4  
Open the firebox air vent approximately 1" to 2" and smokestack  
damper half way. With firebox lid open, stand back and carefully  
light charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash  
(approximately 20 minutes). Charcoal lighting fluid must be  
allowed to completely burn off prior to closing firebox lid.  
WARNING: Failure to do this could trap fumes from charcoal lighting  
fluid in smoker and may result in a flash-fire or explosion  
when lid is opened.  
Step 5  
With coals burning well, carefully add wood chunks using long  
cooking tongs (see “Flavoring Wood” and “Adding Charcoal/Wood  
During Cooking” sections of this manual.)  
Step 6  
Place food on cooking grills in the cooking chamber.  
Step 7  
Close firebox and cooking chamber lids. Adjust the firebox air vent  
and smokestack damper to regulate cooking temperature.  
NOTE: Do not fully close air vent, damper and lids unless trying to  
cool the smoker down or suffocate a flame.  
Step 8  
By closing the air vent and smokestack damper more, the burning  
intensity is slowed and smoke is contained within the cooking  
chamber, imparting more smoke flavor to food. The ideal smoking  
temperature is between 175°F and 250°F.  
Step 9  
For large cuts of meat, allow approximately one hour of cooking  
time per pound of meat. Always use a meat thermometer to  
ensure food is fully cooked before removing from smoker.  
A meat thermometer may be ordered directly from Brinkmann by  
calling 1-800-468-5252.  
Step 10  
Allow smoker to cool completely, then follow instructions in the  
“After-Use Safety” and “Proper Care & Maintenance” sections of  
this manual.  
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When grilling in cooking chamber, close the ash-guard shield to contain  
ashes and embers.  
Grilling In Cooking  
Chamber  
WARNING: A metal bucket or tin can must be placed under the grease  
hole at all times to catch grease and/or ashes. Check grease  
level in bucket or tin can often and empty or change when w  
full. Use extreme caution as bottom of cooking chamber,  
container and contents will be hot.  
TIN CAN  
Step 1  
Remove cooking grills from cooking chamber and set aside. Place two  
charcoal grates in bottom of cooking chamber.  
L-Bracket  
Step 2  
Ash Guard  
Shield  
Follow instructions below carefully to build a fire in the cooking  
chamber. You may use charcoal and/or wood as fuel in the Smoke’N  
Pit Professional (see “Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking” section  
of this manual).  
Tin Can  
(not included)  
If using a Charcoal Chimney Starter, follow all manufacturer’s warnings  
and instructions regarding the use of their product. Open the firebox  
air vent approximately 1" to 2" and smokestack damper halfway.  
Carefully place 8 to 10 pounds of hot coals in center of charcoal grates  
in cooking chamber. Using long cooking tongs, carefully spread  
briquets evenly on the charcoal grates, one to two layers thick.  
METAL BUCKET  
NOTE: To extend the life of your smoker, make sure that hot charcoal  
and wood do not touch the walls of the firebox.  
L-Bracket  
Ash Guard  
Shield  
IF USING CHARCOAL CHIMNEY STARTER, PROCEED TO STEP 5.  
Metal Bucket  
(not included)  
If you choose to use charcoal lighting fluid, ONLY use charcoal lighting  
fluid approved for lighting charcoal. Do not use gasoline, kerosene,  
alcohol or other flammable material for lighting charcoal. Follow all  
manufacturer’s warnings and instructions regarding the use of their  
product. Place 8 to 10 pounds of charcoal in center of charcoal grate in  
cooking chamber.  
WARNING: Never use charcoal that has been pre-treated with  
lighter fluid. Use only a high grade plain charcoal or  
charcoal/wood mixture.  
Step 3  
Saturate charcoal with lighting fluid. With lid open, wait 2 to 3 minutes  
to allow lighting fluid to soak into charcoal. Store charcoal lighting fluid  
safely away from the grill.  
Placement of Charcoal Grates  
Step 4  
Open the firebox air vent approximately 1" to 2" and smokestack  
damper half way. Stand back and carefully light charcoal. With firebox  
and cooking chamber lids open, allow charcoal to burn until covered  
with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes). Charcoal lighting fluid  
must be allowed to completely burn off prior to closing firebox and  
cooking chamber lid.  
WARNING: Failure to do this could trap fumes from charcoal lighting  
fluid in grill and may result in a flash-fire or explosion when  
lids are opened.  
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Step 5  
When charcoal is burning well, use long cooking tongs to carefully spread  
briquets evenly on the charcoal grates, one to two layers thick. If desired,  
add wood chunks using long cooking tongs (see “Flavoring Wood” and  
“Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking” sections of this manual.)  
Step 6  
Top Cooking Level  
Wearing oven mitts/gloves, place the two larger cooking grills on the top  
level in cooking chamber. Place food on cooking grills.  
Step 7  
Close firebox and cooking chamber lids. Adjust the firebox air vent and  
smokestack damper to regulate cooking temperature.  
NOTE: Do not fully close air vent, damper and lids unless trying to cool the  
smoker down or suffocate a flame.  
Step 8  
By closing the air vent and smokestack damper more, the burning intensity  
is slowed and smoke is contained within the cooking chamber, imparting  
more smoke flavor to food. Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food  
is fully cooked before removing from smoker.  
Step 9  
Allow smoker to cool completely, then follow instructions in the “After-Use  
Safety” and “Proper Care & Maintenance” sections of this manual.  
Step 1  
Grilling In Firebox  
Follow the same procedure for building a fire in the firebox as outlined in the  
“SMOKING” section of this manual.  
NOTE: Use 5 to 7 pounds of charcoal when grilling only in the firebox, about  
one to two layers of charcoal.  
Step 2  
Wearing oven mitts/gloves, carefully place the smaller cooking grill in the  
firebox above the hot coals. Place food on cooking grill.  
Grill food in the firebox while smoking food in the cooking chamber.  
Combination  
Grilling & Smoking  
Step 1  
Follow the same procedure for building a fire in the firebox as outlined in the  
“SMOKING” section of this manual.  
Step 2  
Wearing oven mitts/gloves, carefully place the smaller cooking grill in the  
firebox above the hot coals. Place food on cooking grill.  
The warming tray on top of firebox provides extra work area, warms rolls and  
side dishes, and keeps food hot until ready to serve.  
Warming Tray  
WARNING: Do not place glass, plastic or other containers that will break or  
melt on hot warming tray. Only use metal or oven-safe cookware  
on warming tray.  
WARNING: The warming tray and firebox lid will be extremely hot during use.  
Use caution and always wear oven mitts/gloves to protect your  
hands from burns when handling cookware on warming tray.  
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During the smoking process, avoid the temptation to open lid to check food.  
Opening the lid allows heat and smoke to escape, making additional cooking  
time necessary.  
Smoke Cooking Tips  
Food closest to the firebox will cook and brown faster. Rotate food midway  
through the cooking cycle. If food is excessively browned or flavored with  
smoke, wrap food in aluminum foil after the first few hours of smoking. This  
will allow food to continue cooking without further browning or smoke  
flavoring.  
When cooking fish or extra lean cuts of meat, you may want to try water  
smoking to keep the food moist. Before starting a fire in firebox, place the  
other charcoal grate on low cooking level in cooking chamber. Use a flat  
bottom metal pan that is shallow enough to fit between the charcoal grate  
and cooking grill as a water pan. Set the metal pan on charcoal grate under  
food and cooking grill and fill with water or marinade until q full.  
CAUTION: Always use oven mitts/gloves to protect your hands. Liquid in  
water pan will be extremely hot and can scald or burn. Always  
allow liquid to cool completely before handling. Do not allow liquid  
to completely evaporate from water pan.  
Always use a meat thermometer to ensure food is fully cooked before  
removing from smoker. A meat thermometer may be ordered directly from  
Brinkmann by calling 1-800-468-5252.  
To obtain your favorite smoke flavor, experiment by using chunks, sticks or  
chips of flavor producing wood such as hickory, pecan, apple, cherry, or  
mesquite. Most fruit or nut tree wood may be used for smoke flavoring. Do not  
use resinous wood such as pine as it will produce an unpleasant taste.  
Flavoring Wood  
Wood chunks or sticks 3" to 4" long and 1" to 2" thick work best. Unless the  
wood is still green, soak the wood in water for 30 minutes or wrap each piece in  
foil and tear several small holes in the foil to produce more smoke and prevent  
the wood from burning too quickly. A lot of wood is not required to obtain a  
good smoke flavor. A recommended amount for the Smoke’N Pit Professional is  
5 to 6 wood chunks or sticks. Experiment by using more wood for stronger  
smoke flavor or less wood for milder smoke flavor.  
Additional flavoring wood should not have to be added during the cooking  
process. However, it may be necessary when cooking very large pieces of food.  
Follow instructions and cautions in the “Adding Charcoal/Wood During Cooking”  
section of this manual to avoid injury while adding wood.  
To increase heat and air circulation, fully open firebox air vent and smokestack  
damper. If increased air circulation does not raise temperature sufficiently, more  
wood and/or charcoal may be needed. Follow instructions in “Adding  
Charcoal/Wood During Cooking” section of this manual.  
Regulating Heat  
To maintain the temperature, more wood and/or charcoal may need to be added  
during the cooking cycle.  
NOTE: Dry wood burns hotter than charcoal, so you may want to increase the  
ratio of wood to charcoal to increase the cooking temperature.  
Hardwood such as oak, hickory, mesquite, fruit and nut wood are an  
excellent fuel because of their burning rate. When using wood as fuel,  
make sure the wood is seasoned and dry. DO NOT use resinous wood  
such as pine as it will produce an unpleasant taste.  
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Additional charcoal and/or wood may be required to maintain or  
increase cooking temperature.  
Adding Charcoal/Wood  
During Cooking  
Adding Charcoal/Wood in Firebox  
Step 1  
Stand back and carefully open firebox lid. Use caution since flames  
can flare-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire.  
Step 2  
Wearing oven mitts/gloves, stand back a safe distance and use long  
cooking tongs to lightly brush aside ashes on hot coals. Use cooking  
tongs to add charcoal and/or wood, being careful not to stir-up  
ashes and sparks. If necessary, use your Charcoal Chimney Starter  
to light additional charcoal and/or wood and add to existing fire.  
WARNING: Never add charcoal lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals  
as flashback may occur causing severe burns.  
Step 3  
When charcoal is burning strong again, close the firebox lid.  
Adding Charcoal/Wood in Cooking Chamber  
Step 1  
Stand back and carefully open cooking chamber lid. Use caution  
since flames can flare-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact  
with fire.  
Step 2  
Wearing oven mitts/gloves, remove food and cooking grills.  
Step 3  
Stand back a safe distance and use long cooking tongs to lightly  
brush aside ashes on hot coals. Use cooking tongs to add charcoal  
and/or wood, being careful not to stir-up ashes and sparks. If  
necessary, use your Charcoal Chimney Starter to light additional  
charcoal and/or wood and add to existing fire.  
WARNING: Never add charcoal lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals  
as flashback may occur causing severe burns.  
Step 4  
When charcoal is burning strong again, wear oven mitts/gloves and  
carefully replace cooking grill and food.  
Step 5  
Close the cooking chamber lid and allow food to continue cooking.  
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AFTER-USE SAFETY  
WARNING  
Always allow smoker and all components to cool completely before handling.  
Never leave coals and ashes in smoker unattended. Make sure coals and ashes are completely extinguished before  
removing.  
Before smoker can be left unattended, remaining coals and ashes must be removed from smoker. Use caution to protect  
yourself and property. Place remaining coals and ashes in a noncombustible metal container and completely saturate with  
water. Allow coals and water to remain in metal container 24 hours prior to disposing.  
Extinguished coals and ashes should be placed a safe distance from all structures and combustible materials.  
With a garden hose, completely wet surface beneath and around the smoker to extinguish any ashes, coals or embers  
which may have fallen during the cooking or cleaning process.  
Allow metal bucket or tin can and its contents to cool completely before removing. Dispose of contents properly.  
Cover and store smoker in a protected area away from children and pets.  
Cure your smoker periodically throughout the year to protect  
Proper Care  
against excessive rust.  
& Maintenance  
To protect your smoker from excessive rust, the unit must be properly  
cured and covered at all times when not in use. A Smoke’N Pit  
Professional cover may be ordered directly from Brinkmann by calling  
1-800-468-5252.  
Wash cooking grills and charcoal grates with hot, soapy water, rinse  
well and dry. Lightly coat grills and grates with vegetable oil or  
vegetable oil spray.  
Clean inside and outside of smoker by wiping off with a damp cloth.  
Apply a light coat of vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray to the interior  
surface to prevent rusting.  
If rust appears on the exterior surface of your smoker, clean and buff  
the affected area with steel wool or fine grit emery cloth. Touch-up with  
a good quality high-temperature resistant paint.  
Never apply paint to the interior surface. Rust spots on the interior  
surface can be buffed, cleaned, then lightly coated with vegetable oil or  
vegetable oil spray to minimize rusting.  
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ACCESSORIES  
The Art of Smoke Cooking Cookbook  
Contains 40 exciting yet simple recipes using the delicious  
technique of smoke cooking. Beautifully photographed full-color,  
sixty-six page hardback cookbook presents old favorites as well as  
new recipes such as smoked meatballs & spaghetti, smoked pizza,  
smoked tomato soup and smoked peach cobbler.  
Model 812-3327-0  
Deluxe Charcoal Starter  
The Brinkmann Deluxe Charcoal Starter is the fastest  
and healthiest way to light charcoal without using  
lighter fluid. Just place crumpled newspaper under the  
charcoal starter, fill with charcoal and light. You’ll have  
hot, glowing coals in about 15 minutes with no  
unpleasant fumes to affect the  
flavor of your food. Our  
Smoke’N Spice Seasoning  
These custom blended spices are a  
delicious marinade seasoning for  
smoke cooking and grilling.  
Contains no MSG. Available in red  
and white meat varieties in a  
money-saving 2-pack.  
unique design allows you to  
pour the hot coals from the  
top or simply slide the grate  
out and lift to release  
hot coals through the  
bottom of starter into  
your smoker or grill.  
Model 812-3322-0  
Model 812-4080-0  
Smoke’N Pit Cooking Grill  
Heavy-duty steel 164"x154" cooking grill. For use with  
Smoke’N Pit Professional and Pitmaster models.  
Model 115-7019-0  
Rib Rack  
Chrome-plated  
rack can greatly  
increase the cooking capacity  
of your smoker. Holds ribs,  
chicken halves, potatoes and corn vertically to  
triple cooking capacity. Allows smoke, steam and  
heat to penetrate food evenly.  
Heavy-duty 154"x154" cooking grill. For use with  
Smoke’N Pit Grill King and Weekender models. Also for  
use in firebox of Smoke’N Pit Professional.  
Model 115-7030-0  
Model 812-3310-0  
Smoke’N Pit Porcelain-Coated Cooking Grill  
Heavy-duty 164"x154" porcelain-coated steel cooking  
grill is rust resistant and makes clean-up easy. For use  
with Smoke’N Pit Professional and Pitmaster models.  
Model 115-7035-0  
Smoke’N Pit Horizontal Charcoal Grate  
Heavy-duty steel 16"x102"grate allows airflow around  
charcoal. For use with Smoke’N Pit Professional, Pitmaster,  
Grill King and  
Heavy-duty 154"x154" porcelain-coated steel cooking  
grill is rust resistant and makes clean-up easy. For use  
with Smoke’N Pit Grill King and Weekender models. Also  
for use in firebox of Smoke’N Pit Professional.  
Model 115-7037-0  
Weekender models.  
Model 115-7020-0  
LOOK FOR THESE AND OTHER BRINKMANN ACCESSORIES AT YOUR LOCAL RETAILER WHERE  
SMOKERS ARE SOLD, OR ORDER DIRECT BY CALLING 1-800-468-5252.  
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ACCESSORIES  
Smoke’N Pit Horizontal Smoker Cover  
Metal Grease Bucket  
Our heavy-duty, durable vinyl cover with  
felt backing provides years of protection  
for Brinkmann Smoke’N Pit Professional  
and Pitmaster models. This top-of-the-line  
cover comes with closure strips at both  
ends to prevent cover from slipping or  
blowing off. Black.  
This metal bucket conveniently  
hangs from the L-bracket on  
your Smoke’N Pit Professional  
or Pitmaster horizontal smoker  
to catch falling grease and ash.  
Made of aluminum.  
R
Model 812-2100-0  
Model 812-3105-0  
Smoke’N Pit Temperature Gauge  
This temperature gauge is designed to fit  
our Professional, Pitmaster and Smoke  
King outdoor smoker models. This  
commercial quality gauge allows you to  
accurately monitor the  
Smoker Basket  
The unique basket weave  
prevents food from falling  
through the grill while allowing  
smoke, steam and heat to flow into the food. Great for fish, shrimp, vegetables  
and hors d’oeuvres. Also, provides a convenient method for lifting food in and out  
of the smoker. Great for large cuts of meat such as turkeys and roasts.  
Model 812-3333-0  
internal temperature of  
the cooking chamber. An  
accurate gauge eliminates  
the need to check your food  
constantly. If you’re serious  
about smoke cooking, you’ll  
want this gauge for your  
Smoke’N Pit.  
Model 812-3301-0  
Commercial-Quality Meat Thermometer  
An essential tool when cooking all types of meat. Get perfectly smoked  
roasts, briskets and turkeys without cutting into the meat. Commercial-  
quality thermostat features an easy-to-read 2w" dial with a  
52" stem. Features Fahrenheit and Centigrade readings  
and National Livestock and Meat Board recommended  
temperatures. Also features the newly recommended  
170°F internal temperature  
for fresh pork. Stainless  
steel construction and dishwasher safe.  
Meatloaf Basket  
The unique basket weave prevents meatloaf from  
falling through the grill while allowing smoke,  
steam and heat to flow into the food. Also, provides  
a convenient method for lifting your meatloaf in and  
out of the smoker.  
Model 812-4100-0  
Model 400-0073-0  
Heat Shield placement  
Smoke’N Pit Heat Shield  
Heat shields will add years to the life of your Smoke’N Pit Professional, Pitmaster  
and Weekender horizontal smokers and grills. Made of heavy gauge steel, these shields  
fit inside the bottom of the firebox and cooking chamber to give added heat protection  
to your smoker.  
Model 603-8064-0  
LOOK FOR THESE AND OTHER BRINKMANN ACCESSORIES AT YOUR LOCAL RETAILER WHERE  
SMOKERS ARE SOLD, OR ORDER DIRECT BY CALLING 1-800-468-5252.  
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ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY  
For one year from date of purchase, The Brinkmann Corporation warrants the Smoke’N Pit Professional against defects due to  
workmanship or materials to the original purchaser. The Brinkmann Corporation’s obligations under this warranty are limited to  
the following guidelines:  
This warranty does not cover smokers that have been altered, or damaged due to: normal wear, rust, abuse, improper  
maintenance, improper use, disassembly of parts and/or attempted repair by anyone other than an authorized employee of  
The Brinkmann Corporation.  
This warranty does not cover surface scratches or heat damage to the finish, which is considered normal wear.  
The Brinkmann Corporation may elect to repair or replace damaged parts covered by the terms of this warranty.  
This warranty extends to the original purchaser only and is not transferable or assignable to subsequent purchasers.  
The Brinkmann Corporation requires reasonable proof of purchase. Therefore, we strongly recommend that you retain your sales  
receipt or invoice. To obtain replacement parts for your Smoke’N Pit Professional under the terms of this warranty, please call  
Customer Service Department at 800-527-0717. A receipt will be required. The Brinkmann Corporation will not be responsible  
for any cookers forwarded to us without authorization. Smoke’N Pit Professional must be returned to the original place of  
purchase for replacement of the unit.  
EXCEPT AS ABOVE STATED, THE BRINKMANN CORPORATION MAKES NO OTHER EXPRESS WARRANTY.  
THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION  
TO ONE YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED  
WARRANTY LASTS, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.  
ANY LIABILITY FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM THE FAILURE OF THE SMOKE’N  
PIT PROFESSIONAL TO COMPLY WITH THIS WARRANTY OR ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY IS EXCLUDED. CUSTOMER  
ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE PURCHASE PRICE CHARGED IS BASED UPON THE LIMITATIONS CONTAINED IN THE WARRANTY  
SET OUT ABOVE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OR LIMITATION OF INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL  
DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATION OR EXCLUSION MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC  
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE.  
Owner’s Manual for Model  
805-2101-P  
140-2102-0  
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