Heavy white smoke and sooty buildup on food and inside grill

Safety first: Operate the grill outdoors in a well-ventilated area only.

• 1. Check pellets:
  • Discard any pellets that are swollen or crumble easily.
• 2. Clean fire pot:
  • Vacuum ash and ensure air holes are open.
  • Do not manually overfill the fire pot with pellets.
• 3. Inspect exhaust:
  • Check the chimney cap and exhaust path for grease or soot buildup.
  • Clean with a non-flammable degreaser and brush.
• 4. Verify fan speed:
  • Listen for strong airflow from the combustion fan.
  • If airflow is weak, clean the fan blades and intake; replace the combustion fan if needed.