oklahoma joes RIDER, Assembly Manual

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D A N G E R

If you must use an extension cord:

•  Use only outdoor type with 3 prong grounding plug, rated for 15 

amperes or more, approved by UL, marked with a W and a tag 

stating “Suitable for Use with Outdoor Appliance”.Use the short

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est length extension cord required. 

•  Do not connect 2 or more extension cords together.
•  Keep connections dry and off ground.
•  Do not let cord hang over edge of table top or other items where 

it can be pulled by children or tripped over.

D A N G E R

Hazardous voltage is present, which can shock, burn, or cause 

death. Disconnect the power cord before servicing the appliance 

unless otherwise noted in the Owner’s Manual.

DISPOSAL OF ASHES

Ashes should be placed in a metal container (do not use your 

plastic storage bucket) with a tight-fitting lid. The closed container 

of ashes should be placed on a noncombustible floor or on the 

ground, well away from all combustible materials, until final dispos

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al. When ashes are disposed by burial in soil, or otherwise locally 

dispersed, they should be retained in a closed container until all 

cinders have thoroughly cooled.

WOOD PELLET FUEL

This pellet cooking appliance is designed and approved for pel-

letized, all natural, wood fuel only. Any other type of fuel burned 

in this appliance will void the warranty and safety listing. 

Do not 

use fuel with additives. 

Do not use spirit, petrol, gasoline, 

lighter-fluid or kerosene for lighting or refreshing a fire in your 

appliance.

Use only wood pellet fuel specified by the manufacturer. Do 

not use pellet fuel labeled as having additives. Oklahoma Joe’s 

recommends the Oklahoma Joe’s Premium Food grade brand 

of pellet fuel. These pellets are rated at 8,000 BTU’s per lb. 

(1.98 kJ/kg.) The ash content of these pellets are below 0.5%

NOTE: 

Always store wood pellets in a dry area. Avoid any contact 

with moisture. Exposure to moisture will result in lower heat output 

or cause the pellets to swell and break apart. Always use a mois-

ture proof, resealable bucket for proper storage. Wet pellet fuel will 

clog your grill. 

CREOSOTE - Formation and need for removal

When wood pellets are burned slowly, they produce tar and other 

organic vapors that combine with expelled moisture to form creo-

sote. The creosote vapors condense in a relatively cool oven flue 

and exhaust hood of a slow burning fire. As a result, creosote res

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idue accumulates on the flue lining and exhaust hood. When ignit

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ed, this creosote makes an extremely hot fire.

The grease duct should be inspected at least monthly to determine 

when grease and/or creosote buildup has occurred.

When grease or creosote has accumulated, it should be removed 

to reduce risk of fire.

When Creosote, or soot, is burning, it produces black smoke and 

leaves a residue which is also black in color. Soot or creosote is 

formed when the appliance is operated incorrectly, such as: block-

age of the combustion fan, failure to clean and maintain the fire 

pot area, or poor air-to-fuel combustion. It is dangerous to operate 

this appliance should the flame become dark and sooty. When 

ignited, this creosote will result in an extremely hot and uncon-

trolled fire, similar to a grease fire. Should this happen, turn the 

appliance 

OFF

, let it cool completely, then perform maintenance 

and cleaning. Creosote commonly accumulates along exhaust ar-

eas, and other areas where smoke can escape. If creosote has 

formed inside the appliance; allow the appliance to warm up at a 

low temperature, turn off the appliance, then wipe away any for-

mation with a hand towel. Similar to tar, it is much easier to clean 

when warm, as it becomes liquid. 

C A U T I O N

CAUTION:

 Appliance may be 

HOT

. Use hand protection if nec-

essary.

Be sure to read your Grilling Guide for more info on how your 

new pellet grill works and how to control it for the best possible 

experience. 

There’s instructions on maintenance, cleaning, troubleshooting, 

cooking tips, and a whole lot of information to help you master 

your pellet grill.