INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 1 WARNING READ AND FOLLOW ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 2 IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS WE WANT YOU TO ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR SMOKER AS SAFELY AS POSSIBLE. THE PURPOSE OF THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IS TO ATTRACT YOUR ATTENTION TO POSSIBLE HAZARDS AS YOU ASSEMBLE AND USE YOUR SMOKER. WHEN YOU SEE THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL, PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO THE INFORMATION WHICH FOLLOWS! READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING YOUR SMOKER.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 3 WARNING • Never add charcoal lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals. • When grilling, grease from meat may drip into the charcoal and cause a grease fire. If this should happen replace dome lid to suffocate the flame. Do not use water to extinguish grease fires. • Use caution since flames can flare-up when fresh air suddenly comes in contact with fire.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 4 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR SMOKER. FOR MISSING PARTS, PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-527-0717. (Proof of purchase will be required.) Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 5 READ ALL SAFETY WARNINGS & ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING OR OPERATING YOUR SMOKER. FOR MISSING PARTS, PLEASE CALL CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-527-0717. (Proof of purchase will be required.) Inspect contents of the box to ensure all parts are included and undamaged.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 6 STEP 1: Gourmet Handle Assembly & Installation a. Attach wooden handle halves to metal brackets using 8-32 x w" screws and nuts as illustrated. Attach two handle assemblies to side of smoker body using 10-24 x s" screws and square nuts as illustrated. OR Cook’N Ca’jun Side Knob Handle Installation a.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 7 STEP 3: a. Place charcoal pan inside base pan. STEP 4: a. Place water pan inside smoker body on top of lower support brackets. Position water pan so the rim is resting securely on notched out step of all three support brackets. Place smoker body on base pan. b. Place a cooking grill on the lower support brackets directly above water pan. c.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 8 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS PLACE THE SMOKER OUTDOORS ON A HARD, LEVEL, NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE AWAY FROM ROOF OVERHANG OR ANY COMBUSTIBLE MATERIAL. NEVER USE ON WOODEN OR OTHER SURFACES THAT COULD BURN. PLACE THE SMOKER AWAY FROM OPEN WINDOWS OR DOORS TO PREVENT SMOKE FROM ENTERING YOUR HOUSE. IN WINDY WEATHER, PLACE THE SMOKER IN AN OUTDOOR AREA THAT IS PROTECTED FROM THE WIND.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 9 11. Place the other cooking grill on the upper support brackets. Make sure the rim is resting securely on notched out step of all three support brackets. Place food on the cooking grill. 18 0 160 200 12. Allow food to cook. After 2-3 hours of cooking, check water level and add water if level is low. Follow instructions in the “Adding Water During Cooking” section of this manual.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 Flavoring Wood 3:26 PM Page 10 To obtain your favorite smoke flavor, experiment by using chunks, sticks or chips of flavor producing wood such as hickory, pecan, apple, cherry, or mesquite. Most fruit or nut tree wood may be used for smoke flavoring. Do not use resinous woods such as pine as it will produce an unpleasant taste. Wood chunks or sticks 3" to 4" long and 2" to 1" thick work best.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN WARNING: 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 11 Never add charcoal lighting fluid to hot or even warm coals! 5. Replace smoker body with the water pan on base pan. WARNING: The water in water pan will be extremely HOT. When lifting smoker body from ground, use extreme caution and make sure the water pan is securely in place on the three lower support brackets. Keep legs and feet out from under the smoker body to avoid being scalded by hot liquids spilling from water pan.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Cooking Tips Page 12 • Variation in flavor can be achieved by adding wine, soft drinks, herbs, spices, bits of citrus peel, fruit juice, onion or marinades to the water pan. • Brush poultry and naturally lean meats with cooking oil, butter or margarine before cooking. • Meat should be completely thawed before cooking. • When cooking more than one piece of meat, the cooking time is determined by the largest single piece being cooked.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 13 • Wash cooking grills, water and charcoal pans with hot, soapy water, rinse well and dry. Lightly coat cooking grills with vegetable oil or vegetable cooking spray. • Clean inside and outside of smoker by wiping off with a damp cloth. After cleaning, apply a light coat of vegetable oil or vegetable cooking spray to the interior surface of the dome lid, smoker body, cooking grills and water pan.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 14 ACCESSORIES Deluxe Charcoal Starter The Brinkmann Deluxe Charcoal Starter is the fastest and healthiest way to light charcoal without using lighter fluid. Just place crumpled newspaper under the charcoal starter, fill with charcoal and light. You’ll have hot, glowing coals in about 15 minutes with no unpleasant fumes to affect the flavor of your food.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 15 ACCESSORIES The Ultimate 5-Piece BBQ Tool Set You’ll be the envy of your fellow outdoor chefs with this ultimate BBQ tool set. It’s sleek ergonomic design combined with durable, heavy-gauge stainless steel construction is truly impressive. Extra-wide, polished utensils provide precise handling and control when flipping, basting and turning your food on the grill.
INSTR-Gourmet Charcoal/CKN CJN 11/25/02 3:26 PM Page 16 ©2002 The Brinkmann Corporation Dallas, Texas 75244 www.brinkmanncorp.com ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY For one year from date of purchase, The Brinkmann Corporation warrants the Gourmet or S-80 Charcoal Smoker against defects due to workmanship or materials to the original purchaser.
