Troubleshooting - Pit Boss CHAMPION PBV24CB Handbuch

Proper cleaning and maintenance will prevent common operational problems. When your smoker is operating poorly, or on a
less frequent basis, the following troubleshooting tips may be helpful. For FAQ, please visit www.pitboss-grills.com . You may
also contact your local dealer or Customer Care for assistance.
WARNING: Ensure the smoker is completely cooled prior to any inspection, cleaning, maintenance or service
work. Failure to comply may result in serious injury or damage to your unit.
PROBLEM CAUSE
Smoker Will Not Damper Are Closed,
Light Lack of Airflow
Incorrect Fuel Used
Smoker Will Smoker Gets Too Hot
Not Achieve Or
Maintain Stable
Smoker Does Not Get
Temperature
Hot Enough
Insufficient Airflow
Through Barrel Body
Flare-Ups Cooking Temperature
Too High
Grease Build-Up On
Cooking Components
Dampers Will Not Damper Stuck On Ash Tap the damper lightly with a rubber hammer to loosen. If no improvement, call Customer
Adjust
Thermometer Broken Part
won't read

TROUBLESHOOTING

SOLUTION
Ensure that both the Chimney and Air Intake Pipe dampers are open. The fire needs oxygen
to catch. Once it has caught, leave the bottom vent and lid open for about 10 minutes to
build a small bed of hot embers. Adjust dampers as needed.
This smoker requires the use of lump charcoal. Follow Lighting Procedure, or call Customer
Care for assistance, if required.
Check the Chimney and Air Intake Pipe dampers. Mostly close both vents, and allow the
smoker to smother with lack of oxygen. For low temperature cooking, use less fuel.
Check fuel level. The smoker may quickly lose fire if there is not enough charcoal in the
Charcoal Basket. Add more fuel and leave both the Chimney and Air Intake Pipe dampers
completely open. More oxygen and airflow will allow the fire to increase, burning more lump
charcoal.
Check Air Intake Pipe dampers for ash build-up or obstructions. Follow Care and
Maintenance instructions for ash build-up. Check Chimney damper, and ensure it is working
properly and airflow is not blocked. Follow Care and Maintenance instructions if dirty. Once
all the above steps have been done, light the smoker and perform a burn-off.
Attempt cooking at a lower temperature. Grease does have a flash point. Keep the
temperature under 176°C / 350°F when cooking highly greasy food.
Follow Care and Maintenance instructions.
Care.
Thermometer needs to be replaced. Contact Customer Care for a replacement part.
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