Very little or no smoke production even though the smoker is heating.

Safety first: Wear heat‑resistant gloves when adjusting the chip tray during operation.

• Check chip tray placement: Ensure the wood chip tray is fully seated in its holder and positioned directly above the heating element as designed.
• Clean ash and debris: Remove old ash and charred chips from the tray and surrounding area to restore airflow.
• Use proper chips: Use dry, appropriately sized wood chips recommended by Dyna‑Glo. Avoid large chunks or soaked wood that may not smolder properly.
• Verify element contact: On some models, the tray must rest close to the element. If bent, gently reshape the tray support so it sits correctly.