Smoker interior excessively sooty with black residue on food

Safety first: Allow the smoker to cool before cleaning.

Steps:

• 1. Reduce wood quantity: Use the minimum amount of dry hardwood recommended by Cookshack.
• 2. Open vent: Ensure the exhaust vent is open enough to allow smoke to flow freely.
• 3. Clean interior: Scrape and wipe down heavy creosote deposits from walls and ceiling.
• 4. Adjust cooking style: Avoid running at very low temperatures with heavy smoke for extended periods.