Meco 5030 User Manual

Electric/charcoal water smoker grill

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Page 1 Both may be converted without tools for use as a “Lock-n-Go” Portable Grill Model 5031 Model 5030 Charcoal Electric Water Smoker Grill Water Smoker Grill Water Smoker User’s Manual For Outdoor Household Use Only. Not for Commercial Use. Need Help? Need to Register Your Grill? Looking for Parts & Accessories? Visit us online at www.onefiregrills.com...
Page 2 • Always have an ABC fire extinguisher, baking soda, a bucket of sand or a garden hose ready in case of an uncontrolled fire. • The use of accessory attachments, not recommended by MECO, may cause injuries. • Never move a hot grill or leave grill unattended during operation. Extinguish coals or unplug grill, close hood, and let cool before moving.
Page 3 WARNING - Charcoal To reduce the risk of serious bodily injury or death: • Never use gasoline, kerosene, alcohol or other volatile fluids as a starter. They can explode. • Do not use charcoal grill as a space heater. • Do not use aerosols or store flammable liquids or materials near this charcoal grill.
Page 4: Selecting A Location
“Lock-n-Go” portable grill to be carried by the handle. The Model 5031 Charcoal unit can also be converted to Electric 5030 with the purchase of a Model 1519 Electric Ele- ment Kit. The Model 1511 Charcoal Kit is available for replacement or converting Electric to Charcoal.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
You will be asked to forward your proof of purchase via e-mail or to fax your proof of purchase It is important to register your grill and retain your receipt. to 423-639-2570 and reference your model number. Parts List for Models 5030 and 5031 5030 ONLY Parts List...
Page 6: Lock Nut
5030 Electric Water Smoker Assembly Step 1 Bowl Assembly Attach Leg (16) to Bowl (17) by hooking the tabs on the Leg into the two slots under the oval hole in the side of the Bowl. Rotate the Leg up until the top hole in the Leg aligns with top hole in the side of the Bowl.
Page 7: Lock Bracket
Align Handle Bracket (13) over one pair of holes near the top of the Body Assembly. Insert a 10-24 x 3/8” bolt (2) through each hole in the Bracket then through the Body. Fasten in place with a Lock Nut and tighten. Repeat for Handle Bracket on opposite side of Body Assembly.
Page 8: Acorn Nut
Step 5 Hood Assembly Insert 10-24 x 1” Bolt (7), from the outside, through a hole in the rim of the Hood (21). Hold bolt head firmly against the outside of the Hood rim and fasten in place witha Lock Nut. Tighten securely. (Note: Smooth bolt head does not need screwdriver.
Page 9: X 1" Phillips Bolt
5031 Charcoal Water Smoker Assembly Step 1 Bowl Assembly Attach Leg (16) to Bowl (17) by hooking the tabs on the Leg into the two slots under the oval hole in the side of the Bowl. Rotate the Leg up until the top hole in the Leg aligns with top hole in the side of the Bowl.
Page 10 Align Handle Bracket (13) over one pair of holes near the top of the Body Assembly. Insert a 10-24 x 3/8” bolt (2) through each hole in the Bracket then through the Body. Fasten in place with a Lock Nut (3) and tighten. Repeat for Handle Bracket on opposite side of Body Assembly.
Page 11: X 5/8" Screw (
Step 4 Hood Assembly Insert 10-24 x 1” Bolt (7), from the outside, through a hole in the rim of the Hood (21). Hold bolt head firmly against the outside of the Hood rim and fasten in place witha Lock Nut. Tighten securely. (Note: Smooth bolt head does not need screwdriver.
Page 12 For the 5030 Electric model, break-in the element to remove the new appliance smell before cooking for the first time. Once assembled, plug in the element, set the control on high and burn it for about 10 minutes with the hood off.
Page 13: Food Safety
Basic Keys to Successful Smoke Cooking #1 “Low and Slow” is the key for the simple creation of incredibly juicy, smoky meats! SCHEDULING: Long, slow smoke cooking is such a change from our usual hurry-up way of life that it may take some gettin’ used to. Food and recipe choices can be as simple or as time consuming as you wish but the cook time will always be longer than normal grilling or even oven cooking.
Page 14 WHAT IF?... Even the best planned schedule can go astray so here are some suggestions for those rare occasions: • Try to always have some appetizers or a salad to serve first so you have flexibility in your serving time. •...
Page 15: Getting Started
GETTING STARTED: When using either the 5030 Electric Water Smoker or the 5031 Charcoal Water Smoker, after the initial start up, the basic cooking methods are the same. “Low and Slow” is the key for the simple creation of incredibly juicy, smoky meats.
Page 16 MODEL 5031 CHARCOAL REMEMBER THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE, SUCCESSFUL COOKING: • ALWAYS USE A MEAT THERMOMETER TO CHECK FOR DONENESS. The “COOK GUIDE” at the end of the manual lists safe temperatures. The purpose of the temperature indicator on the Smoker is only to give a relative indication of how the smoker is performing and not the temperature of the meat.
Page 17 QUICK GLANCE COOKING GUIDE ALWAYS FILL WATER PAN WITH APPROXIMATELY 5 QUARTS OF HOT WATER UNLESS A RECIPE INDICATES LESS THIS SMOKER IS NOT RECOMMENDED FOR "COLD SMOKING" Temperature Cooking Time Amount of Amount of Food and Weight for Doneness¹ (Hours)²...
Page 18 Basic Recipes for Smoke Cooking EAST TENNESSEE PULLED PORK 1 pork butt (6-8 lbs) Choice of wood chunks or chips (hickory chunks preferred) Dry rub This is our basic recipe for dry rub. There are many rubs on the market, with a wide range of Dry Rub: tastes, from dark and smokey to light and sweet to spicy hot.
Page 19 SMOKED SALMON: 1 or 2 large skin-on salmon filets (2 to 4 pounds) Choice of wood chunks or chips (alder and apple are popular) Mix the brine ingredients in a large bowl or plastic storage container. Do BRINE: not use aluminum. 1/2 gallon water Rinse the salmon, place in the brine and cover or seal.
Page 20 Like many American companies who have managed to prosper through the years, we’re now a global supplier with global manufacturing operations. But we always put America and Americans America strong and Americans working. Thank you so much for your support. Sincerely, The Entire Family of Meco Employees...

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