Meco 5030 User Manual

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Model 5030
Electric
Water Smoker Grill
Model 5031
Charcoal
Water Smoker Grill
Both may be converted
without tools for use as a
“Lock-n-Go” Portable Grill
For Outdoor Household Use Only. Not for Commercial Use.
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Water Smoker User’s Manual
MECO CORPORATION
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Meco 5030 Specifications

General

Brand	Meco
Model	5030
Category	Grill
Language	English

Summary

Assembly Preparation

Tools and Parts Overview

Lists necessary tools and identifies all parts for assembly.

Parts List

Detailed lists of common and model-specific parts.

5030 Electric Smoker Assembly

Bowl, Element, and Body Assembly

Steps for assembling the bowl, element, and body.

Internal Components and Hood Assembly

Installing internal parts, heat indicator, and hood.

Convert to Portable Grill

Instructions for converting the smoker to a portable grill.

5031 Charcoal Smoker Assembly

Bowl and Body Assembly

Steps for assembling the bowl and body.

Internal Component Installation

Installing water bowl and cooking grids.

Hood Assembly

Assemble the smoker hood and handle.

Using and Caring for Your Smoker

Quick Tips for Use and Care

Advice on break-in, cleaning, and storage.

Successful Smoke Cooking Techniques

Keys to low and slow cooking, timing, and doneness tests.

Charcoal and Wood Guidelines

Information on charcoal amounts and wood types for smoking.

Smoke Cooking Instructions

Electric Smoker Cooking

Detailed instructions for cooking with the electric smoker.

Charcoal Smoker Cooking

Detailed instructions for cooking with the charcoal smoker.

Quick Glance Cooking Guide

Food Cooking Times and Temperatures

Guide for cooking times, temperatures, and charcoal/wood amounts.

Basic Recipes for Smoke Cooking

East Tennessee Pulled Pork Recipe

Recipe for Pulled Pork with dry rub and smoking instructions.

Turkey or Whole Chicken Recipe

Instructions for smoking turkey or whole chicken.

Smoked Salmon Recipe

Recipe for smoking salmon with brine.