Owner's Manual

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Caring for Your Smoker Cabinet
Always allow the smoker to cool completely before cleaning.
Stainless Steel Care:
The Kalamazoo Smoker Cabinet is built from 304 stainless steel, which is a high-quality, non-magnetic stainless
steel that is very corrosion resistant. It is also a highly-sanitary surface.
After usage, the stainless steel may discolor from the intense heat. This condition is normal.
Always clean the exterior of your stainless steel smoker with a mild, food-safe, organic degreaser, followed by a
stainless steel polish. Always scrub with the grain, never across. Remove all cleaner residue before using the
smoker in order to avoid a build-up of film from the cleaner.
For stubborn stains, or to fix scratches, Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet recommends using a Scratch-B-Gone
kit, available from us by calling 1.800.868.1699. You may also use a product called Barkeeper’s Friend. This will
remove stains, but it is likely to alter the appearance of the brushed stainless steel finish.
Cleaning Inside the Pit:
Properly dispose of the grease from the grease pan.
The pit shelves, heat diffuser and grease pan can all be removed from the smoker for cleaning. These can be
cleaned with warm, soapy water. For deeper cleaning, you can use your favorite food-safe degreaser. Rinse
well afterward.
With the shelves, grease pan and diffuser out of the pit, wipe down the interior with a damp cloth to remove all
food particles.
Cleaning Inside the Fire Chamber:
The fire grate can be removed to help empty the charcoal chute. Once empty, use a damp rag to wipe down
the fire grate and the floor of the fire chamber.
SALT WATER ENVIRONMENTS: Stainless steel — even the high-quality stuff
used in Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet products — is not impervious to rust.
It is corrosion-resistant. Exposure to salt air and sea spray will eventually do
it in if you don’t care for your smoker properly. The best thing you can do
to protect it is to clean it frequently. Don’t give the salt time to establish a
foot hold and the chemical reaction time to start getting nasty. In salt air
environments, we recommend cleaning all stainless steel surfaces at least
every two weeks to keep your smoker in prime condition.