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ITEM #0156452 DUAL FUEL VERTICAL SMOKER ® Master Forge & M Design® is a registered trademark of LF, LLC. All rights reserved. MODEL #MFW784BDP Français p. 28 Français p. Español p. 55 Español p. ANS Z21.89a-2008 CSA 1.18a-2008 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Information ......................... 3 Package Contents ......................... 6 Hardware Contents ........................7 Preparation ........................... 7 Assembly Instructions ........................8 Operating Instructions ........................14 Care and Maintenance ........................22 Troubleshooting ..........................24 Warranty ............................25 Replacement Parts List ........................ 26 Assembler/Installer: This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of this appliance.
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, please call customer service at 1-800-963- 0211, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., EST, Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., EST, Friday. CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 Fuels used in gas or oil fired appliances and the products of combustion of such fuels contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive...
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SAFETY INFORMATION • DO NOT store and use this appliance near gasoline or other combustible liquids or where other combustible vapors may be present. • DO NOT use this appliance as a heater. • DO NOT leave the appliance unattended while in use. Keep children and pets away from the appliance at all times.
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SAFETY INFORMATION • Do not use the smoker if the burner fails to light or fails to remain lit. Under such conditions, gas should be turned off and the fuel cylinder should be disconnected. • Use in high wind conditions that result in poor burner operation such as blowing out and flaring should be avoided.
PACKAGE CONTENTS PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY PART DESCRIPTION QUANTITY Leg - standard Square Smoke Stack Leg - with holes Temperature Gauge & Bezel Burner & Control Unit Upper Door (pre-assembled) Wood Chip Box Bottom Door (pre-assembled) Charcoal Grate Side Table Wood Chip Box Lid Door Handle Water Bowl Table Front Support...
HARDWARE CONTENTS (shown actual size) M6 x 12 M5 Nut Spring M4 x 10 M4 Nut M5 x 12 Bolt Bolt Clip Screw Qty. 2 Qty. 2 Qty. 32 Qty. 2 Qty. 2 Qty. 8 PREPARATION Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Align the legs - standard (A) with the mounting holes on the bottom left front, right front and left rear of the smoker body (I). Thread bolts (AA) through the holes from the outside of the unit. Tighten all bolts (AA) with a Phillips screwdriver.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 4. Thread bolts (EE) through holes on the leg - with holes (B) from outside of unit. Secure using 2 nuts (FF) from inside leg by using wrench. Tighten all bolts (AA) with a Phillips screwdriver. Insert the regulator hose attached to the burner and control unit (C) into the hose retention (V).
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 7. Insert 4 bolts (AA) through the mounting holes on one of the lifting handles (J) and into holes on right side of smoker body (I). Use a Phillips screwdriver to secure the handles to the smoker body (I). Repeat on left side. Hardware Used M6 x 12 Bolt 8.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 10. Install the table back support (S) and table front support (R) on the side of the smoker body (I) with screws (BB). Arrows pointing up indicate the correct position of the brackets when fastened to the smoker body (I). Hardware Used M5 x 12 Screw 11.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 14. Slide the 4 cooking grates (H) onto the top cooking grate supports (T) inside the smoker body (I). 15. Insert the probe of the temperature gauge assembly (M) through hole of the smoker door from the outside. Secure using 2 nuts (DD) from inside panel by using wrench.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 17. For charcoal use, remove the wood chip box lid (F) and place the charcoal grate (E) inside the wood chip box (D). 18. Always hang the regulator hose attached to the burner and control unit (C) to the hose retention (V) attached to the leg - with hole (B) while not in use.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONNECTING THE LP TANK WARNING ALL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFEGUARDS ON THIS PAGE MUST BE FOLLOWED TO PREVENT FIRE, DAMAGE AND/OR INJURY. 1. The knob on the LP tank must be closed. Make sure that the knob is turned clockwise to a full stop.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Any fuel supply cylinder used must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for propane cylinders of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) CFR 49, or the Standard for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods, CAN/CSA B339. The appliance is to be used only with the 20-pound, vertical standing vapor withdrawal type tank and must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CHECKING FOR LEAKS After connections are made, check all connections and fittings for leaks with a soap solution. 1. With all valves closed, apply the leak check solution (50/50 mix of dishwashing soap and water) to all gas carrying connections and fittings. 2.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS COOKING TIP Line the water bowl with aluminum foil before each use. This will make it easy to clean and help your water bowl last longer. To make adding water easier and safer, use a clean watering can with a long spout. ADDING WOOD CHIPS To add wood chips before cooking, simply fill the wood chip box with your choice of flavoring hardwood chips.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: If the flame extinguishes accidentally during ignition or operation, immediately TURN OFF the cylinder valve and then TURN OFF the control knob. Igniter Lighting System 1. Check all connections for leaks using the “soap water” test as explained on page 16 for “checking for leaks.”...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Match Lighting Procedure - LP Gas 1. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 of the igniter lighting system. 2. Open both doors. Place a lit match on to the burner as shown below. Quickly turn the control knob to the position.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Cooking Tip: Damper Adjustments WARNING: The dampers on the smoker body and the handle on the smoke stack may become very hot while cooking. Always wear a heat resistant glove when adjusting. • For best performance, rotate the smoker so that the front or back of the body is facing the wind. This allows the adjustment of the dampers to be more effective and accurate.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS fluid as recommended by the lighter fluid manufacturer. Allow the fluid to soak into the charcoal for 3 minutes before placing the tray back into the firebox (refer to assembly instructions for proper tray placement). After soaking the charcoal, place the lighting fluid at a safe distance away from the smoker. Step 3 With both doors open, stand back and carefully light charcoal and allow to burn until covered with a light ash (approximately 20 minutes).
CARE AND MAINTENANCE AFTER USE SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE WARNING • Use caution when lifting and moving the smoker to avoid strain injuries. Two people are recommended to lift or move the smoker. • DO NOT store the smoker near gasoline or other combustible liquids or where combustible vapors may be present.
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CARE AND MAINTENANCE Inspect the flames at the burner by looking through the observing hole on left side of the burner and control unit. A good flame should be blue with a yellow tip 1 to 2 inch high. If flames are excessively yellow and irregular, oil residue and food deposits may be collecting on the burner.
TROUBLESHOOTING If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at 1-800-963-0211, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., EST, Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., EST, Friday. PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTIVE ACTION 1. Clean the igniter electrode. The burner will not 1.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other rights that vary from state to state. GHP Group Inc. 8280 Austin Avenue Morton Grove, IL, USA 60053-3207 Item name: Dual Fuel Vertical Smoker Model #: MFW784BDP Item #: 0156452 Rated BTU: 15,000 BTU/Hr...
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-800-963-0211, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., EST, Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., EST, Friday. PART DESCRIPTION PART # PART DESCRIPTION PART # Upper Door 302-02002-00 Leg –...
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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-800-963-0211, 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., EST, Monday – Thursday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., EST, Friday. Owner’s Manual - Part #312-02025-00 Printed in China...
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