Why Aren’t My Bisquettes Burning Completely? - Bradley Smoker BS611 Service Manual

Why aren't my Bisquettes burning completely?
 After the bisquette is burnt, it should retain its shape, but noticeably be reduced in size.
 If you break one in half it should have a blackish color throughout.
 If not, you may not have preheated the Burner long enough, the Burner may have a
residue build-up, or your generator may not be cycling at regular 20 minute intervals.
 If only the first couple of bisquettes show signs of partial burning, this is a good indicator
that you did not preheat the Burner, or did not preheat it long enough.
 Turn the generator on and preheat the Burner at least 20 minutes prior to loading the
Feeder Tube. Wait to load your Feeder Tube until you are ready to start smoking.
 If all bisquettes consistently or intermittently show signs of partial burning, it could be
caused by a dirty bisquette Burner. You will need to clean the face of the Burner off.
 The best way to clean it is to use a wire brush, and gently brush off any residue buildup.
 The use of denatured alcohol helps with the tough areas, make sure your Burner plate is
cool.
 Consistent or intermittent signs of partial burning could also be a sign that the burner not
getting enough voltage.
 Check to see if other electrical equipment is plugged into the circuit. The smoker should
be plugged into its own dedicated wall circuit.
 If not, try unplugging or not running some appliances that share the same circuit.
 If you are using an extension cord use the shortest cord possible, and make sure it is at
least a gauge 12.
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