Food cooks unevenly; hot spots and cold spots inside smoker.

Safety first: Unplug and cool the smoker before internal inspection.

Steps:

• Verify the convection fan runs during operation; if not, test and replace the fan motor as needed.
• Clean intake and exhaust vents of grease and debris.
• Avoid overloading racks; leave space between items for air to circulate.
• Inspect any internal baffles or deflectors for warping or misplacement; reposition or replace to restore proper airflow.