Vermont Casting 3405BGW - Manual (Page 3)

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DO NOT use this smoker in a manner other than its intended purpose. It is NOT intended for commercial use. It is NOT
intended to be installed or used in or on a recreational vehicle and/or boats. The smoker is not to be used as a heater.
operate the smoker.
any other enclosed area or under overhead construction.
move the smoker. DO NOT move the smoker while it is in use.
minimum clearance of 36 inches (92 cm) is recommended. DO NOT operate the smoker under overhead construction.
the smoker on flammable material such as carpet or a wood deck.
location.
operation and remains hot for a period of time following use.
smoker while it is hot, ALWAYS wear protective oven mitts or heat resistant gloves when handling the smoker or its
omponents.
Keep a fire extinguisher accessible at all times.
The use of alcohol, prescription or nonprescription drugs may impair the user's ability to properly assemble or safely
This smoker is for outdoor use only, in a well-ventilated area. DO NOT operate the smoker indoors, in a garage, or in
Use caution when assembling and operating the smoker to avoid cuts and scrapes from rough or sharp edges.
Use caution when lifting and moving the smoker to avoid strains or back injury. 2 people are recommended to lift or
DO NOT operate the smoker near or under flammable or combustible materials such as decks, porches, or carports. A
Operate the smoker only on a stable, level, non-flammable surface such as asphalt, concrete or solid ground. DO NOT
operate
DO NOT store the smoker near gasoline or other combustible liquids or where combustible vapors may be present.
DO NOT store or operate this smoker in an area accessible to children or pets. Store the smoker in a dry, protected
DO NOT leave the smoker unattended while in use. Operate the smoker with close supervision.
DO NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around the smoker during or following use until it has cooled. It is hot during
DO NOT leave hot ashes unattended until the smoker cools completely.
DO NOT move the smoker while it is in use. Allow the smoker to cool completely before moving or storing.
This smoker becomes extremely hot - allow the smoker to cool completely before handling. If you must handle the
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NEVER use gasoline or other highly volatile fluids as a starter. They can explode.
The water bowl and wood chip box should not be moved while the smoker is operating or until the 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 putting them in a noncombustible container.
Be sure there are no other combustible materials in or near the container.
If you must dispose of the ashes in less time than it takes for them to completely cool, remove the ashes from the
smoker, keeping them in heavy duty foil, and soak them completely with water before disposing of them in a
noncombustible container.
DO NOT obstruct the flow of combustion air and/or ventilation air for the smoker.
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS!
YOUR SAFETY IS VERY IMPORTANT - FAILURE TO FOLLOW PROPER
PROCEDURES AND SAFEGUARDS MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.