Safety Information - Dyna-Glo DGVS390BC Manual

SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble, operate or install the
product. If you have any questions regarding the product, call our customer service department at
1-877-447-4768, 8:30 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. CST, Monday - Friday.
WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS:
• This smoker is for outdoor use only, and shall not be used in a building, garage or any other
enclosed area.
• For residential use only. This smoker is NOT for commercial use.
• Never use charcoal that has been pre-treated with lighter fluid. Use only a high grade plain
charcoal, charcoal/wood mixture, lump charcoal or cooking wood. The conversion to or attempted
use of any other fuel source in this smoker is dangerous and will void your warranty.
• This smoker is not intended for and should never be used as a heater. TOXIC fumes can
accumulate and cause asphyxiation.
• DO NOT use smoker for indoor cooking. Toxic carbon monoxide fumes can accumulate and
cause asphyxiation.
• DO NOT operate, light or use this appliance within ten (10) feet (3.05 m) of walls, structures or
buildings. Do not use this appliance under any type of overhang or roof.
• Apartment Dwellers: Check with management to learn the requirements and fire codes for using a
smoker in your apartment complex. If allowed, use outside on the ground floor with a ten (10) foot
(3.05 m) clearance from any structure. Do not use on or under balconies.
• DO NOT use gasoline, kerosene or alcohol for lighting.
• DO NOT use in an explosive atmosphere. Keep smoker area free and clear from combustible
materials, gasoline and other flammable vapors and liquids.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors within 25 feet (7.62 m) of
this appliance.
• DO NOT alter or modify smoker in any manner. Any modification or alteration will void your warranty.
• DO NOT use the smoker unless it is COMPLETELY assembled and all parts are securely fastened
and tightened.
• This smoker should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a regular basis. If smoker has not been
cleaned, a grease fire can occur that may damage the product.
• Use only manufacturer's factory authorized parts. The use of any part that is not factory authorized
can be dangerous and will void your warranty.
• DO NOT use this appliance without reading "Operating Instructions" in this manual.
• DO NOT touch metal parts of smoker until it has completely cooled (about 45 min.) to avoid burns,
unless you are wearing protective gear (pot holders, gloves, BBQ mittens, etc.).
• Never touch grates (charcoal or cooking), ashes or coals to see if they are hot.
• DO NOT use on wooden decks, wooden furniture or other combustible surfaces.
• Always place your smoker on a hard, non-combustible level surface. An asphalt or blacktop surface
may not be acceptable for this purpose.
• DO NOT use in or on boats or recreational vehicles.
• Position smoker so wind cannot carry ashes to combustible surfaces.
• DO NOT use in high winds.
• Never lean over the smoker when lighting.
• DO NOT leave a lit smoker unattended. Keep children and pets away from smoker at all times.
• DO NOT attempt to move smoker when in use. Allow the smoker to cool (about 45 min.) before
moving or storing.
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