Welcome to the family. Let’s get started. MPS 250S XL PROPANE SMOKER Manual applies to the following model number(s) MB20053418, MB20053518, MB20053618 Your model number Mfg. Date - Serial Number These numbers are located on the rating label of the unit. IMPORTANT Please record this information immediately and keep in a safe place for future use. Manual Code: 9805180013 180830-GSB AGA certificate No. 8687 G Master it. Masterbuilt.
CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD Burning wood chips gives off carbon monoxide, which has no odor and can cause death. DO NOT burn wood chips inside homes, vehicles, tents, garages or any enclosed areas. USE ONLY OUTDOORS where it is well ventilated. DANGER IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. Shut off gas to the appliance. 2. Extinguish any open flame. 3. Open/remove door. 4. If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your fire department.
GENERAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS Always use unit in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal fire codes. Before each use check all nuts, screws and bolts to make sure they are tight and secure. Never operate unit under overhead construction such as roof coverings, carports, awnings, or overhangs. Unit is for HOUSEHOLD OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
GENERAL WARNINGS AND SAFETY INFORMATION WARNINGS & IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS CONTINUED FROM PAGE 3 • LP gas cylinder being used must be constructed and marked in accordance with specifications for LP gas cylinders of the US Department of Transportation (DOT) or the Standard for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation for Dangerous Goods, CAN/CSA-B339.
SMOKER OPERATION - READ & FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY GETTING STARTED • Pre-season unit prior to first use. See PRE-SEASON INSTRUCTIONS. • Before starting the unit, see ADDING WOOD CHIPS OR CHUNKS. CAUTION - All surfaces are HOT and may cause burns. Use protective gloves or long, sturdy cooking tools when loading/ unloading food or racks, and when adding wood chips or water.
WARNING PERFORM “SOAPY WATER TEST” BEFORE EACH USE. SEE “SOAPY WATER TEST” SECTION IN MANUAL. EXTINGUISH ALL OPEN FLAMES BEFORE CONNECTING REGULATOR TO GAS CYLINDER. TURN GAS OFF AFTER EACH USE. SOAPY WATER TEST WARNINGS & PROCEDURES WARNINGS • Soapy water test MUST be performed each time gas cylinder is connected to burner/hose or each time it is used. • Soapy water test MUST be performed outdoors in well ventilated area.
IGNITION INSTRUCTIONS REGULATOR, BURNER AND GAS VALVE CONNECTION & OPERATION CLOCKWISE COUNTER CLOCKWISE Fig. 1 17.75” (45cm) APPROX. 12.25” (45cm) APPROX. Fig. 2 1/4" GAP YELLOW BLUE Fig. 3 • Inspect hose before each use. If there are signs of abrasion, wear, cuts, or leaks, the hose must be replaced. DO NOT USE. • Inspect burner before each use. Check burner and burner venturi tube for insects and insect nests. A clogged tube can lead to a fire beneath unit.
MATCH LIGHT INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read all instructions and warnings before lighting. 2. Check gas control valve and gas cylinder valve to be certain it is in OFF position before connecting to gas cylinder. 3. Perform soapy water test before each use. 4. Open door(s) during lighting and/or remove all accessories and cooking vessels from in/or on unit. 5. Turn gas cylinder valve on, then turn gas control valve on. 6. Place a long, lit fireplace match stick close enough to burner to ignite. 7.
* Also see Troubleshooting solutions: “Causes” Low or No Flow/Vapor Lock/Excess flow below. TROUBLESHOOTING SOLUTIONS:“CAUSES” LOW OR NO FLOW/VAPOR LOCK/EXCESS FLOW Symptom Cause Possible Solution Burner doesn’t light after pressing ignitor button Low/no gas flow Vapor lock at coupling nut to LP cylinder 1. 2. 3. Low flame output Excess flow valve tripped 4. Vapor lock at coupling nut/ LP cylinder connection 5.
PARTS LIST Actual product may differ from picture shown.
PARTS LIST NO QTY DESCRIPTION 1 10 Smoking Rack Support 2 1 Large Smoker Door w/window 3 1 Body Handle (rear) 4 4 Smoking Rack 5 1 Large Door Handle 6 1 Small Door Handle 7 1 Small Smoker Door 8 1 Smoker Body 9 1 Water Bowl Holder 10 1 Water Bowl 11 2 Air Damper (round) 12 1 Temperature Gauge 13 1 Propane Tank Retention Bracket 14 1 Wood Chip Tray w/Lid 15 2 Grease Tray 16 2 Grease Tray Support 17 1 Control Panel 18 1 Burner Box Kit 19 1 Ignitor 20
ASSEMBLY 1 2 2 A x12 23 22 A 27 26 8 7 3 A A x12 F x12 4 A x4 22 22 23 F 26 25 F 12 A 17
ASSEMBLY 5 A x2 D 6 x2 E x4 G x4 G 33 G A D 11 8 20 E 7 A 8 x4 A B E B x6 PUSH HEAT SHIELD ONTO BURNER BOX 34 B 8 20 18 13
ASSEMBLY 9 Align venturis over valve orifices and attach ignition wires to piezo ignitor on control panel. Attach flame sensor connectors to valves. A x2 Flame Sensor Valve Orifice Venturi 18 A 8 Piezo Ignitor Flame Sensor Ignition Wires Venturi 17 17 10 Valve Orifice Venturi H 11 x4 H 8 A A x1 D 8 Y TAB RA RT SE T SHO GREA T (16) ON PPOR UT.
ASSEMBLY 12 A x4 13 A x4 F x4 8 13 F A A A 3 8 15 14 Take out racks to clean after each use.
ASSEMBLY 16 Chip tray placement per burner(s) used.
ASSEMBLY 19 I x1 20 Take out grease trays to clean after each use.
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