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Leveling the Smoker
The smoker must be level front to back and side to side. Use a level to help you with
this. If the smoker is not level there could be problems with grease running towards the
burn grate which could result in a grease re.
Operating the Smoker
Initial Burn O
Before cooking on your smoker/grill for the rst time, burn o the grill to rid it of any
foreign matter. Follow the instructions on Page 18 for initial start-up. Operate the grill at
350°F with the heat management plate and grates in place with the lid closed for one
hour.
Lighting Your Smoker
Always go through the Pre-Grill Checklist (Page 15).
Should the igniter fail to ignite the pellets, it is easy to light your grill manually with a
match and lighting agent (Page 21).
Pre-Heating
There are two ways to cook on your Yoder grill. When the grill is set up for direct cook-
ing, start the grill 10 to 15 minutes prior to cooking. When the grill is set up with the
heat management plate in place, start the grill 20 to 30 minutes prior to cooking. This
allows the body of the grill to heat up improving heat retention and shortening the re-
covery time after opening the cover.
Lid/Smoke Stack Position
Preheat the cooker with the lid closed and the smoke stack open. This allows for faster
heat-up and keeps the cooking temperature even; the food will cook faster while using
less fuel.
Pellet Usage:
Pellet usage will vary depending on the type of pellets, cooking temperatures, ambient
air temperature and wind. Generally, usage is about two pounds per hour at grilling
temperatures (350 to 450° F.). At smoking temperatures (225 to 250° F.) usage is about
1 1/2 pounds per hour. Consumption can vary from 1 1/2 pounds to 4 pounds per hour.
NOTE: If the Yoder runs out of pellets, the controller will continue to drive the auger
and attempt to regain the set temperature so it’s important to monitor the cooker and
assure an adequate pellet supply.
