Masterbuilt MB20100112 Manual page 3

GENERAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNINGS & IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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• Do not lift unit by lid handle.
• Do not use unit on wooden or fl ammable surfaces.
• Do not leave unit unattended.
• Keep a fi re extinguisher accessible at all times while operating unit.
• Before each use check all nuts, screws and bolts to make sure they are tight and secure.
• Use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair user's ability to
properly assemble or safely operate unit.
• Keep children and pets away from unit at all times. Do NOT allow children to use unit.
Close supervision is necessary when children or pets are in area where unit is being
used.
• Do NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around unit during or following use until it
has cooled.
• Avoid bumping or impacting unit when in use.
• Never move when attached to smoker or when smoker is in use. Allow slow smoker to
cool completely (below 115°F (45°C)) before moving or storing.
• The unit is HOT while in use and will remain HOT for a period of time afterwards and
during cooling process. Use CAUTION. Wear protective gloves/mitts.
• Do not touch HOT surfaces. Use handles or knobs.
• Accessory attachments not supplied by Masterbuilt Manufacturing, LLC are NOT
recommended and may cause injury.
• Chip tube is HOT when unit is in use. Use caution when adding wood.
• Always use unit in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal fi re codes.
• Dispose of cold ashes by placing them in aluminum foil, soaking with water and
discarding in a non-combustible container.
• Do not store unit with HOT ashes inside unit. Store only when all surfaces are cold.
• Store unit indoors when not in use, out of reach of children.
• Never use slow smoker for anything other than its intended purpose. This unit is not for
commercial use.
• Fuel, such as charcoal briquettes, heat pellets, or wood cooking pellets are not to be
used in slow smoker.
• When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed
including the following:
• Do not plug in slow smoker until fully assembled and ready for use.
• Use only approved grounded electrical outlet.
• Do not use during an electrical storm.
• Do not expose slow smoker to rain or water at anytime.
• To protect against electrical shock do not immerse cord, plug or control panel in water
or other liquid.
• Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or after appliance
malfunctions or has been damaged in any manner. Contact Masterbuilt Customer
Service for assistance at 1-800-489-1581.
WARNINGS & IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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