Cookshack, Inc. Model FEC500 Fast Eddy Oven Operator’s Manual Please read this entire manual installation and use of this pellet fired smoker oven. Failure to follow these instructions could result in property damage, bodily injury or even death. Contact local building or fire officials about restrictions and installation inspection requirements in your area. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Version 10.
Dear Cookshack Customer Your model FEC500 “FAST EDDY’S BARBEQUE OVEN” by Cookshack will produce great barbecue and smoked foods. It is easy to operate, clean and maintain. Use this operator’s Manual to familiarize yourself with the smoker and its operation. If you have a question or problem not covered in the manual, call us as 1.800.423.0698 Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM or e-mail us at info@cookshack.com. You can also join the Cookshack Barbecue Forum on our website at www.cookshack.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Fast Eddy’s Smoker Oven Model FEC500 Version 010.
FAST EDDY’S BARBEQUE OVEN MODEL FEC500 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS Keep the oven free from combustible materials Never store or use gasoline or other flammable material in the vicinity of this oven. Never use gasoline, gasoline-type lantern fuel, kerosene, charcoal lighter fluid, or similar liquids to start or “freshen up” a fire in this oven. Keep all such liquids well away from the oven while in use. Whenever working on, or servicing this unit ALWAYS disconnect the power.
Electrical Requirements The unit requires a separate 120 volt, 20 amp circuit. The unit must be grounded in accordance to your local codes or with the National Electric Code ANSI/NFPA 701990. Location 1. Stationary installation should be on a level surface that can support a minimum weight of 2500 lbs. 2. The unit requires adequate air. Ventilation is required for the proper operation of burner and cooking motors. 3.
EXHAUST SYSTEM(S) All FEC750’s come with a standard system which vents smoke out of the oven through a 5 inch pipe. It is the customer’s responsibility to provide a method to move smoke from this exhaust to the outside following applicable local codes (NFPA 96). This system must remain in place any time the unit is operated inside a building. Cookshack, Inc. offers an accessory called the “Smoke Evacuator System” – Figure 2.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Before starting check the following: 1. Pellet level 2. Insure that the fire pot is clean and clear of ash. 3. Check to insure that there is not a build –up of grease in the bottom of the cooking chamber. 4. Make sure that the pellet slide is clean. Push the “START” button on the control panel. Unit has an automatic ignition system. In the event there should be a failure with the igniter system use the following manual lighting instructions: 1.
The smoker will cook the product at the selected cooking temperature for the selected cooking time and then change to the selected holding temperature until it is shut off manually. While Cooking the LCD display of the IQ4 continually displays oven status after the cook cycle has been started. Using these features the kitchen staff can easily determine the status of the load in progress.
Cook Time 12 hours Once one of these preset buttons has been pushed you may start a cook cycle using these settings by simply pressing “START”. The IQ4 controller is equipped with a power backup system to prevent your Smoker from ‘forgetting’ what it is doing in the case of a power failure. The IQ will wait out power failures of up to 2 minutes and resume normal cooking.
SHUT DOWN PROCEDURE Press the reset button and wait 10 min to allow for cooling before opening the smoker then turn the master on/off switch to the “OFF” position. ***SAFETY TIPS*** A MAJOR CAUSE OF OVEN-RELATED FIRES IS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED CLEARANCES (AIR SPACES) TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT THIS OVEN BE INSTALLED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS. Always use a grounded 3 prong plug and plug in receptacle.
Figure 3 - Greasing rotisserie bearings Lubricate rotisserie drive chain every six months, also check chain tension and adjust by loosening bolts and using motor weight to create tension – Figure 4 Figure 4 - Rotisserie drive chain and tension adjustment Clean the racks and inside of cooking chamber with a degreaser and power wash weekly. (Recommended cleaner is Zep FS10184 Degreaser) NOTE: PROTECT ALL ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FROM MOISTURE DURING THIS PROCESS.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS 110 volts, 60 HZ, single phase, 4 amp service required. Fuse Holder Figure 8 - Control panel fuse, 15 amp Rotisserie motor is ¼ horsepower. Convection fan is ¼ horsepower. The fire pot igniter element is 200 watts each. Auger motor and burner induction fans are 25 watts each.
TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Control Panel does not power up Probable Cause Solution Unit not plugged into a working outlet (110VAC) Check the outlet to insure working. Plug into alternate source. Main Fuse on Control Panel Replace Fuse with 15 amp fuse only. High Temperature limit switch tripped. Unplug Unit Remove control panel access cover. Reset limit switch by pushing in on button. If these procedures to not allow control panel power up, call Customer Service.
box is in place and tight. Check fuse and replace with 7 amp fuse only. If these procedures does not correct, call Customer Service. Fire goes out during operation Pellet hopper empty Auger motor turning but auger not turning Inspect hopper and clean pellet dust out and fill with pellets.
Dirty combustion pot Open fire box and clean combustion pot and try to restart unit. Trouble with igniter Open pellet hopper lid (stops pellet feed). Push start button. Open fire box and feel over pot If hot igniter is ok, if cold call Customer Service. Can manually light—see procedure in start up section.
TWO YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY Cookshack Smoker Ovens are guaranteed to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and when installed in accordance with factory recommendations. This limited warranty includes parts and labor for the first 90 days. Following the 90 day period, the two (2) year limited warranty is for parts only. Cookshack, Inc.’s obligation under this warranty shall be to repair or replace at its option any part deemed defective upon examination by Cookshack, Inc.
RETURN MERCHANDISE POLICY If you have merchandise that you believe is defective and requires repair or replacement: 1. Call Cookshack, Inc. at (580)765-3669. Ask to speak to a Customer Service Representative. Have your Smoker Oven model number and serial number ready. If you are advised to return the merchandise to the factory for repair or replacement, please observe the following procedures. 2. You will be issued a return number.
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Hopper Latch PV166 Switch PV366 Auger motor PV518 Draft fan PV517 Igniter PV310 Not shown Door hinge PV105 Door closer PV570 Door seal PV303/PV299 Convection motor PV519 Fan blade inside PV540 Fan blade outside PV542 Rotisserie shaft Inside panel Switch Power Switch Rotisserie Label Keypad LA152 Transformer PV627 Control board PV687 Power supply PV520 Relay PV631 Relay PV634 Relay PV 682 Limit switch PV552 Temperature probe PV718 Rotisserie motor PV515 Drive chain with offset link PV586 PV587 PV588 Grill
