Shutting Off Your Smoker; Care & Maintenance - Pit Boss PB0820D3 Assembly And Operation Manual

SHUTTING OFF YOUR GRILL
When finished cooking, with the main barrel lid remaining closed, press the Power Button to turn the unit off and turn the
Temperature Control Dial to OFF. The grill will begin its automatic cool-down cycle. The auger system will stop feeding fuel, the
flame will burn out, and the fan will continue to run until the cool-down cycle is complete.
IMPORTANT! Once the shut-down cycle is complete, unplug the power cord.
Any Pit Boss® unit will give you many years of flavorful service with minimum cleaning. An important step is allowing the grill and
cooking grates to self-clean by running the grill at a high temperature for 5 to 10 minutes after each use. Follow these cleaning
and maintenance tips to service your grill:
1. HOPPER ASSEMBLY
• The hopper includes a clean-out feature to allow for ease of cleaning and change out
of pellet fuel flavors. To empty, locate the plate and the cover of the drop chute on
the back side of the hopper. Place a clean, empty pail under the drop chute cover, then
remove the cover piece. Unscrew the plate, slide outwards, and pellets will empty.
NOTE: Use a long handled brush or wet/dry vacuum to remove excess pellets,
sawdust, and debris for a complete clean-out through the hopper screen.
• Check and clean off any debris from the fan air intake vent, found on the bottom of the hopper. Once the hopper access
panel is removed (see Electric Wire Diagram for diagram), carefully wipe off any grease build-up directly on the fan
blades. This ensures airflow is sufficient to the feed system.
2. PROBES
• Kinks or folds in the probe wires may cause damage to the part. Wires should be rolled up in a large, loose coil.
• Although the probes are stainless steel, do not place in the dishwasher or submerge in water. Water damage to the
internal wires will cause the probe to short-out, causing false readings. If a probe is damaged, it should be replaced.
3. INSIDE SURFACES
• It is recommended to clean your burn pot after every few uses. This will ensure proper ignition and avoid any hard
build-up of debris or ash in the burn pot.
• Use a long-handled grill cleaning brush, remove any food or build-up from the cooking grates. Best practice is to do
this while they are still warm from a previous cook. Grease fires are caused by too much fallen debris on the cooking
components of the grill. Clean the inside of your grill on a consistent basis. In the event you experience a grease fire,
keep the grill lid closed to choke out the fire. If the fire does not go out quickly, carefully remove the food, turn the
grill off, and shut the lid until the fire is completely out. Lightly sprinkle baking soda, if available.
• Check your grease tray often, and clean out as necessary. Keep in mind the type of cooking you do.
IMPORTANT: Due to high heat, do not cover the Flame Broiler™ or probes with aluminum foil.
4. OUTSIDE SURFACES
• Wipe your grill down after each use. Use warm soapy water to cut the grease. Do not use oven cleaner, abrasive cleansers
or abrasive cleaning pads on the outside grill surfaces. All painted surfaces are not covered under warranty, but
rather are part of general maintenance and upkeep. For paint scratches, wearing, or flaking of the finish, all painted
surfaces can be touched up using high heat BBQ paint.
• Use a grill cover to protect your grill for complete protection! A cover is your best protection against weather and
outside pollutants. When not in use or for longterm storage, keep the unit under a cover in a garage or shed.
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