Safety Information And Precautions - Southern Pride SRG-400 Owner's Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION AND PRECAUTIONS

This manual should be considered a permanent part of this smoker. THE SMOKER MUST BE INSTALLED BY
A QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN. All troubleshooting guides, component views and parts lists included
in this manual are for general reference only and are intended for use by qualified technical personnel.
Improper installation, alteration, adjustment, service, or maintenance could result in severe
injury, death, or cause property damage. Read the installation, operating, and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
DANGER:
Do not store or use gasoline or other
flammable vapors or liquids in the
vicinity of this or any other appliances.
CAUTION:
Metal parts and surfaces of this smoker
become extremely hot when in operation.
To avoid burns, always use hand
protection when operating the smoker.
WARNING:
ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD
Follow these rules to avoid electric shock.
•
Use only a properly grounded circuit.
•
Do not spray water directly on electrical
components.
• Turn off power before servicing.
•
Read the owner's manual before using.
1. IT IS EXTREMELY IMPORTANT TO FOLLOW THE PRESCRIBED CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS.
GREASE OR SOLIDS BUILDUP INSIDE THE SMOKER COULD RESULT IN A FIRE HAZARD.
2. This smoker is intended for use in commercial facilities where all operators are familiar with the purpose,
limitations, and associated hazards of this equipment. The operating instructions and warnings must be read and
understood by all operators and users.
3. This manual and all supplied instructions, diagrams, schematics, parts lists, notices and labels must remain with the
smoker even if the smoker is sold or moved to another location.
4. The area around the smoker MUST be kept clear and free of combustible materials, gasoline and other flammable
vapors and liquids.
5. The flow of combustion and ventilating air MUST NOT be obstructed from reaching the smoker.
6. The frame of the smoker MUST be electrically grounded at all times. See "Electrical Instructions".
7. Caution should be used when opening and closing the firebox door. The door is HOT during operation.
8. DO NOT remove service compartment access panels when smoker is in operation or leave off during operation.
9. Gas burners require the services of a qualified service technician for proper setting and adjustment. If the burner does
not appear to be operating properly, DO NOT ATTEMPT TO ADJUST THE BURNER YOURSELF.
10. DO NOT allow unqualified personnel to perform service work or adjustments on this smoker. Doing so, will VOID
WARRANTY and could result in a hazardous condition.
11. Ensure new employees, who might operate the smoker, are properly instructed and supervised on the operation and
safety information prior to operating the smoker.
12. Ashes removed from the firebox should be stored in a non-combustible container with a sealed lid only. Store ashes
in a well ventilated area. FUMES COULD BE HAZARDOUS.
DANGER:
IF YOU SMELL GAS......
1. Open windows
2. Do not touch electrical switches
3. Extinguish any open flames
4. Immediately call your gas supplier
CARBON MONOXIDE
POISONING HAZARD
Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless gas that can
kill. Follow these rules to control carbon monoxide.
• Do not use the smoker if in an unvented, enclosed
area. Carbon monoxide may accumulate.
•
Allow only qualified burner service persons to
adjust the burner. Special instruments and
training are required.
• Read the owner's manual before using.
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