GENERAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING
• Unit is for OUTDOOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
• CAUTION - Always store wood pellets in a dry location away from heat producing appliances and fuel
containers.
• Never use inside enclosed areas such as patios, garages, buildings or tents.
• Never use inside recreational vehicles or on boats.
• Never use appliance as a heater (READ CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD).
• Maintain a minimum distance of 10ft (3m) from overhead construction, walls, rails or other structures.
• Keep a minimum 10ft (3m) clearance of all combustible materials such as wood, dry plants, grass, brush,
paper or canvas.
• Use appliance on a level, non-combustible, stable surface such as dirt, concrete, brick or rock.
• Unit MUST be on the ground. Do not place appliance on tables or counters. Do NOT move appliance across
uneven surfaces.
• Do not use appliance on wooden or flammable surfaces.
• Do not leave appliance unattended.
• Never operate appliance under overhead construction such as roof coverings, carports, awnings or
overhangs.
• Never use gasoline, lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid or similar liquids to start or maintain a fire
in this appliance. Keep all such liquids well away from the appliance when in use.
• Use only food grade wood pellets. Do not use heating fuel pellets labeled as having additives.
• Never use appliance for anything other than its intended use. This appliance is NOT for commercial use.
• Keep a fire extinguisher accessible at all times while operating appliance.
• Before each use check all nuts, screws and bolts to make sure they are tight and secure.
• Use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair user's ability to properly assemble or
safely operate appliance.
• Keep children and pets away from appliance at all times. Do NOT allow children to use appliance. Close
supervision is necessary if children or pets are in area where appliance is being used.
• Do NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around appliance during or following its use until it has cooled.
• Avoid bumping or impacting appliance.
• Never move appliance when in use. Allow appliance to cool completely (below 115°F (45°C)) before moving
or storing.
• The appliance is HOT while in use and will remain HOT for a period of time afterwards and during cooling
process. Use CAUTION. Wear protective gloves/mitts.
• Do not touch HOT surfaces.
• Never use glass, plastic or ceramic cookware in appliance. Never place empty cookware in appliance while
in use.
• Accesories and accessory attachments not supplied by Masterbuilt Manufacturing, LLC are NOT
recommended and may cause injury.
• Be careful when removing food from appliance. All surfaces are HOT and may cause burns. Use protective
gloves or long, sturdy cooking tools.
• Always use appliance in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal fire codes.
• Disposal of Ashes - Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight fitting lid. The closed container
of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the ground, well away from all combustible
materials, pending final disposal. If the ashes are dispersed of by burial in soil or otherwise locally
dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
• Do not store appliance with HOT ashes inside appliance. Store only when all surfaces are cold.
• When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed including the
following: 1) Do not plug in the appliance until fully assembled and ready for use. 2) Use only approved
grounded electrical outlet. 3) Do not use during an electrical storm. 4) Do not expose appliance to rain or
water at anytime.
WARNINGS & IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
AND USING THE APPLIANCE
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