Wood chips ignite and burn too quickly, causing flare-ups and very thick smoke.

Safety first: Keep the smoker attended when adjusting chip loading. Use gloves when handling hot components.

Steps to control chip burning:

• Reduce chip quantity: Load fewer chips at a time to avoid large flare-ups.
• Lower initial temperature: If running at maximum, reduce the set temperature slightly once smoke is established.
• Use larger chips or chunks: Larger pieces burn more slowly and evenly.
• Check tray design: Ensure the chip tray is the correct Landmann part and not an aftermarket tray that sits too close to the element.