800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com Operator’s Manual Cookshack Smokette II Model 008 / 009 Version 06.2 Model SM008/009 Serial No: Cookshack Model 008/009 Ver. 06.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com COOKSHACK, INC. 2304 N. Ash St. Ponca City, OK 7460-1100 USA Dear Cookshack Customer: This manual has been compiled especially for Cookshack Smokette users. Your Cookshack oven will produce great barbecue and smoked foods. Use this manual to familiarize yourself with the Smokette and its operation. Always observe safe operating practices when using the Smokette. It is an electrical appliance, and is therefore potentially dangerous! COOKSHACK, INC.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com Important Safeguards Read all instructions. For household use only. Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs. To avoid electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plugs or any part of unit in water or other liquid. Do not leave hot oven unattended with door open. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before cleaning. To disconnect, turn any controls to “OFF”. Remove plug from outlet. Allow to cool before putting on or taking off parts.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com COOKSHACK SMOKETTE Handle Temperature Control Vent Hole Side Racks. Pr. Grill (3) Thermostat Probe Door Latch Wood Box Heating Element Drain Hole Leg Caps (4) Casters (2) Cookshack Model 008/009 4 Ver. 06.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com SETTING UP Check the contents of your Smokette. You should have 2 side racks, 3 grills, and 1 wood box. If you do not have these, call Cookshack Customer Service at 1.800.423.0698. Remove the strap that holds the wood box to the heating element bracket during shipping. Cut it with a knife or scissors. This will free the wood box for loading the wood. Choose a Location Choose a dry, sheltered and well-ventilated location.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com HOW TO USE THE SMOKETTE The interior of your smoker needs to be “broken in” or seasoned before you cook your first load of meat. Remove the strap that holds the wood box to the heating element bracket during shipping. Place 6 ounces (3 pieces) of properly sized wood in the wood box. Place a container of water on one of the grills in the smoker to insure even heating of the unit during seasoning. Close and latch the smoker door.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com Try starting with these amounts and adjust upward if you want more smoker flavor. Two ounces of wood measures approximately 1-½ x 1-½ x 1-½”. Product Start with this amount: Brisket 2 oz. increasing to 6 oz. Chicken 1 oz. increasing to 2 oz. Ribs 2 oz. increasing to 4 oz. Fish ½ oz. increasing to 1 oz. You may use any fruit or nut hardwood in your smoker, as long as it has good flavoring abilities.
00.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com Preparing the Oven for Cooking Line the bottom of the Smokette with aluminum foil and punch a hole in the foil corresponding to the drain hole located on the floor of the Smokette. “I use the heavy duty aluminum foil instead of the light weight because the light weight sticks to the wood box and floor of the smoker.” Karen Lunsford, Cookshack Sales Cover the lid of the wood box with foil for easy cleaning.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com When you think the product is finished, turn the Temperature Control Knob to OFF. If the product is done to your satisfaction, remove from Smokette. If the product is not done to your satisfaction, continue to smoke-cook, checking for doneness at intervals. When the product is finished, you may also turn the temperature setting to 140°F for a maximum 6 hours for holding. “It’s done when it’s done.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com Shutdown Procedure Important! If oven is to be left unattended with the door open, the following steps should be taken: • ON/OFF control must be in the OFF position. • Carefully remove the wood box from the oven and douse the contents with water. Remove any wood remaining on the burner. Rake it on to the foil bottom. Remove the foil from the oven immediately.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com After Each Load 1. Disconnect oven from power supply. 2. Allow the oven to cool. 3. Remove the grills and racks; scrape and wash with soap and water. You can put them right in the dishwasher. Do not use any caustic oven cleaners as they will destroy t he plating on the grills. 4. Empty wood box using extreme caution – it will be hot if your smoker has recently been turned on. 5. Brush wood remnant ash from burner.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com Sample Log Book Date Product, type, cut Price Temperature when placed in smoker Rub and/or marinade recipe (ingredients and how much) Smoke-cooking cycle Temperature Cooking time Any adjustments made during cooking Amount and type of wood used Climactic conditions (hot, cold, windy, humidity, etc.) Internal product temperatures and smoker temps during cook cycle Description of final appearance and taste of product “At first I didn't do this...
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com Wiring Diagram 120 Volts, 15 Amperes 60 Cycle Power Thermostat Control Bulb White Black G r o u n d Cookshack Model 008/009 Heating Element Ground Black White 13 Ver. 06.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com 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.
800.423.0698 www.cookshack.com info@cookshack.com Warranty Procedures If you have merchandise that you believe is defective please call Cookshack, Inc., at (580) 765-3669 and ask to speak to a Customer Service Representative (CSR). Have your smoker oven model and serial number available, if applicable. The CSR will take the information you provide and make a determination regarding the solution to the problem. It is Cookshack, Inc.’s, option whether to replace or repair defective merchandise.
