Smoker produces too much thick white smoke and food tastes bitter

Safety first: Use gloves when handling the hot wood box. Avoid inhaling heavy smoke directly.

Steps:

• Reduce wood quantity: Use the amount of wood recommended by Smokin-It (often only a few ounces). Overfilling the wood box leads to heavy, dirty smoke.
• Open exhaust vent: Ensure the top vent is fully open to allow smoke to flow out. Do not cover or restrict it.
• Use proper wood: Avoid green, wet, or softwoods. Use dry hardwood chunks (hickory, apple, etc.).
• Adjust temperature: Very low temperatures can cause smoldering without clean combustion. Raise the temperature slightly until the smoke thins to a light blue or nearly invisible.