Smoker vibrates excessively or rattles when heating.

Safety first: Turn off and unplug the smoker before adjusting components.

• Level the smoker: Use a level to check the cabinet front-to-back and side-to-side. Adjust legs or place shims under feet as needed.
• Secure racks and pans: Ensure all racks, the drip pan, and water pan are fully seated in their rails and not touching the cabinet walls.
• Tighten panels: Check and tighten screws on the side panels, back panel, and control housing.
• Test again: Run the smoker empty and listen for remaining rattles. Isolate and secure any remaining loose parts.