Life Smart SCS-P760G - User Manual

Steve LiuAug 19, 2025

Why is my Life Smart Grill smoking excessively?

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Brad GeorgeAug 20, 2025
If your Life Smart Grill is smoking excessively or the smoke is discolored, the issue might be with the pellets. Ensure they are dry and haven't broken down. If the problem continues, remove the pellets, clean the ash from the fire pot, and replace them with fresh, dry pellets. Also, check the burn pot for ash and clean it if needed.

Summary

Safety Information

Important Safety Instructions

Key safety guidelines for operating the pellet smoker grill, emphasizing outdoor use and avoiding hazards.

Specifications

Temperature Controls

Details on the grill's temperature regulation features including lighting, shutdown, and PID algorithm.

Exterior Specifications

Lists the external components and materials of the pellet smoker grill, such as chamber, lid, and handles.

Interior Specifications

Describes the internal cooking areas, grates, fire pot, and heat deflector of the grill.

Construction Specifications

Outlines the structural elements, including vent holes, hardware, and modular construction.

Fuel Source

Specifies the type of fuel used by the grill, which is 100% Natural Hardwood Pellets.

Initial Setup Procedure

Temperature Probe

Instructions for connecting and using the temperature probe for accurate meat temperature readings.

Control Panel

Operating Instructions

Steps for turning the grill on/off, adjusting temperature, and understanding startup/shutdown procedures.

Performance Tips

Preheating

Importance of preheating the grill to the desired temperature before cooking for optimal results.

Pellet Information

Guidance on storing and using hardwood pellets, including warnings about fuel pellets.

Lid Position

Advice on keeping the grill lid closed during cooking for consistent temperature and smoke production.

Other Tips

General advice for grill maintenance, cooking techniques, and proper shutdown procedures.

Temperatures

Maintenance and Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the fire pot, grates, drip tray, and exterior surfaces of the grill.

Transport & Storage

Guidelines for safely moving, storing, and covering the grill when not in use.

The device is a Life Smart Pellet Smoker Grill, model/customer number SCS-P760G. It is designed for outdoor use only and functions as a pellet-fueled grill and smoker.

Function Description:

The Life Smart Pellet Smoker Grill is an outdoor cooking appliance that uses 100% natural hardwood pellets as fuel. It features an automatic lighting system and an automatic shutdown feature for ease of use and safety. The grill is designed to maintain precise temperatures using a proprietary PID algorithm, allowing for cooking temperatures ranging from 200°F to 500°F in 5-degree increments. It includes a single meat probe for accurate internal temperature readings of food. The grill's design emphasizes even heat distribution and consistent smoke production for enhanced flavor.

Important Technical Specifications:

Model/Customer Number: SCS-P760G
Fuel Source: 100% Natural Hardwood Pellets
Temperature Control: 200°F to 500°F in 5° increments, proprietary PID algorithm
Ignition System: Stainless-Steel ignition system, automatic lighting feature
Shutdown Feature: Automatic shutdown
Cooking Area:
- Primary: 380 sq. in.
- With optional second shelf: 760 sq. in.
Hopper Capacity: 15 lb
Power Requirements: 120 V (60 Hz) GFCI Outlet
Power Consumption:
- Ignition: 250W
- Normal Work: 50W
Unit Size (W x D x H): 12.9 in. x 20.1 in. x 17.4 in.
Unit Weight: 80.00 lbs.
Construction Materials: Steel cooking chamber, steel coated lid, steel hopper lid, enamel cooking grate, steel fire pot, steel heat deflector, steel drip pan, aluminum handles, rollerblade style wheels, locking caster wheels.
Safety Features: Fail-proof lid stops, spill-proof drip bucket hook, rubber grommets at wire through holes to prevent chaffing, vented component access panels.
Ventilation: 3 exhaust vent holes
Hardware: Steel hardware, high temperature RTV caulk

Usage Features:

Control Panel: Features a digital display for temperature readout, power ON/OFF button, Temp UP/DOWN buttons for adjusting set temperature, Set Point Indicator Light, Meat Probe Port, Meat Indicator Light, Temp Display Button (toggles between actual/set point), Actual Indicator Light, and Probe Temp Button (toggles between meat probes A/B).
Temperature Probe: Includes a single meat probe that plugs into the controller port and feeds through a dedicated port hole on the left side of the cooking chamber. It is recommended to insert the probe into the thickest portion of meat for accuracy.
Initial Setup Procedure: Requires removing packing materials, checking the hopper for foreign objects, plugging into a GFCI outlet, adding a small amount of pellets to the fire pot for self-priming, filling the hopper, washing cooking grates, reinstalling components, and performing an initial burn-in at 400°F for one hour to cure the grill and remove manufacturing residues.
Cooking Recommendations: Always cook with the lid closed to maintain temperature and airflow. Use the meat probe for accurate internal food temperatures. Preheat the grill to the desired cooking temperature before introducing food.
Pellet Handling: Pellets should be stored in a dry place to prevent swelling and breakdown into sawdust. Only use premium 100% hardwood pellets; avoid heating fuel pellets for stoves as they may contain glue.
Troubleshooting: The manual provides a comprehensive troubleshooting guide for common issues such as the grill not lighting, excessive or discolored smoke, grill not heating properly, fire going out, flare-ups, excessive grease build-up, smoke from the hopper, and error codes (ER1, ER2, ER3).
Manual Start-Up: In case of igniter failure, the grill can be manually started by removing grates, drip pan, and flame deflector, cleaning the fire pot, placing 1/2 cup of pellets and a solid fuel fire starter in the fire pot, lighting the starter, and then turning on the grill once pellets are burning briskly. Caution: Flammable liquids like gasoline or kerosene should never be used.

Maintenance Features:

Regular Cleaning:
- Clean the fire pot every 3-5 cooks to ensure proper airflow.
- Clean cooking grates with a grill brush after every cook.
- Cover the drip pan with aluminum foil and change it frequently, especially after low and slow cooks, to prevent grease fires at high temperatures.
- Clean ash from the interior, fire pot, and hopper every 5-6 bags of pellets. A Shop-Vac is recommended for ash removal, but always wait at least 12 hours after cooking.
- Clean the exterior of the grill with mild soap and water; avoid caustic cleaners.
- For a superior shine, clean outside surfaces when cool and use automotive wax.
Probe Maintenance: Unplug the probe and clean it with a damp cloth to prolong its life and accuracy. Reinstall the rubber protector over the connection port after each cook. Do not fully submerge the probe in water or wash it in a dishwasher.
Pellet Hopper Maintenance: Check the pellet hopper for debris and remove excess pellet dust as needed. If the grill will not be used for six weeks or more, it is recommended to clean out all pellets from the hopper.
Storage: Ensure the unit is cool before storing. Remove grates, drip pan, and flame deflector, and ensure no unburnt fuel remains. Store the grill covered in a dry, safe place. Never store or transport the grill in a small space or vehicle unless it is completely cool and the fire is extinguished. Never move the grill while it is hot or without assistance.
Long-Term Storage: If the grill is not used for six weeks or more, remove all pellets. When not in use, unplug and cover the grill.

Brand	Life Smart
Model	SCS-P760G
Category	Grill
Language	English

Brand

Life Smart

Model

SCS-P760G