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Yoder Smokers YS640 Operation Instructions Manual

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
PELLET SMOKER - YS 640 (32")
VERSION 8.3 , December 2014

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  • Page 1 OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS PELLET SMOKER - YS 640 (32”) VERSION 8.3 , December 2014...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Yoder YS 640 Contents Dangers, Warnings and Cautions..................3 Yoder Components......................6 Smoker Assembly......................7 Smoker Arrival......................7 Smoker Placement.......................9 Leveling the Smoker....................10 Operating the Smoker......................10 Initial Burn Off......................10 Lighting Your Smoker....................10 Pre-Heating........................10 Lid Position........................10 Pellet Usage........................10 Yoder YS Series Control Panel..................11 Selecting Heat Up Modes..................12 Selecting Fahrenheit or Celcius.................12 The Controller (In-Depth)....................14 How Heat Up Modes Work..................14...
  • Page 3 Yoder YS 640 Startup Procedure......................20 Shutting Down the Smoker..................22 Manual Startup........................24 Getting the Most From Your Yoder: Direct & Indirect Grilling, Smoking & Baking..26 Heat Up Times and Grate Temperatures..............26 Variable Displacement Damper..................28 Grill Maintenance......................30 Preparing the Grill For Season...................30 Painted Surfaces......................30 Cooking Grates......................30 Heat Diffuser/Drip Plate.....................30...

  • Page 4: Dangers, Warnings And Cautions

    Yoder YS 640 Dangers, Warnings and Cautions Failure to follow the “Dangers, Warnings and Cautions” may result in serious bodily injury, death, or fire. • Read this manual completely before using your Yoder for the first time. Keep the grill a minimum of 12 inches away from combustible surfaces. •...
  • Page 5 Yoder YS 640 • Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs, and wear heat resistant gloves when operating the grill. • If your grill is stored outside, care should be taken to assure that water does not enter the pellet hopper. (The use of a grill cover is highly recommended). •...
  • Page 6 Yoder YS 640 • Do not clean this product with a water spray or the like. • Do not place on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or in a heated oven. • For household use only. • Do not use appliance for other than intended use.

  • Page 7: Yoder Components

    Yoder YS 640 Yoder Components COOKING GRATE HEAT DIFFUSER THERMOCOUPLE HOPPER BURN GRATE CONTROLS IGNITER FIREBOX VARIABLE DISPLACEMENT DAMPNER GREASE BUCKET...

  • Page 8: Smoker Assembly

    Yoder YS 640 Smoker Assembly Smoker Arrival Your Yoder Smoker will arrive on a pallet wrapped and held on with bands. Cut the bands and remove the plastic wrap and foam from the smoker. Remove the smoker from the pallet. It is recommended that two people remove the Yoder from the pallet due to its size and weight.
  • Page 9 Yoder YS 640 Place the cooking grates inside the cooking chamber. See FIG 3. FIG 3 Attach the front and side shelves to the Yoder. See FIG 4. FIG 4 Use the side shelf to assist in moving the Yoder into positon. It is recommended that two people move the Yoder due to its size and weight.

  • Page 10: Smoker Placement

    Yoder YS 640 Smoker Placement Yoder smokers/grills should always be a minimum of 12 inches away from any com- bustible surface (wall, deck, rail, etc.). A heat-protective pad is recommended if the smoker is on a wooden deck. See FIG 5.

  • Page 11: Operating The Smoker

    Yoder YS 640 Operating the Smoker Initial Burn Off Before cooking on your smoker/grill for the first time, burn off the grill to rid it of any foreign matter. Follow the instructions on Page 20 for initial start-up. Operate the grill at 350°...

  • Page 12: Yoder Ys Series Control Panel

    Yoder YS 640 Yoder YS Series Control Panel YODER SMOKERS INCREASE START C O M P E T I T I O N G R A D E B B Q P R O D U C T S DECREASE PRIME WWW.YODERSMOKERS.COM...

  • Page 13: Selecting Heat Up Modes

    Yoder YS 640 Selecting the Heat Up Mode: • Initiate the startup procedure by pressing the start button. • Select desired cooking temperature. • Press the start button, the display will flash H1. • Use the increase/decrease buttons to select H2 or H3. •...

  • Page 14: Cool Down

    Yoder YS 640 YODER SMOKERS INCREASE START C O M P E T I T I O N G R A D E B B Q P R O D U C T S DECREASE PRIME WWW.YODERSMOKERS.COM FIG 6 Heat Up...

  • Page 15: The Controller (In-Depth)

    Yoder YS 640 The Controller… In-Depth This is an in-depth overview of the controller’s feature set. The controller has been designed to make it as hands-off and user-friendly as possible. At its most basic level, the cooker has three modes of operation: Heat-up, Maintenance and Cool Down.

  • Page 16: Faster Startup In Cold Weather Or For High Temperature Cooking

    Yoder YS 640 Faster Startup in Cold Weather or For High Temperature Cooking Even though the heat up mode is automatically selected, the cook can benefit from starting the pit in “H2” when the outside temperature is below 50° F; this will provide a more aggressive start over the first 8 minutes.

  • Page 17: Door Open Function

    Yoder YS 640 Door Open Function When the cooker has been in maintenance for more than 10 minutes and the cooker loses more than 15 degrees, the program interpretes that the cooking chamber door has been opened. When this happens, there is a specific piece of programming that is executed to speed recovery back to the set point.

  • Page 18: Pre-Grill Checklist/Routine Maintenance

    Yoder YS 640 Pre-Grill Checklist/Routine Maintenance Perform the following services when the grill is cool 1. Open the cooking chamber door and remove the cooking grates. FIG 9 2. Remove the heat diffuser/drip plate, remove and discard previously used protec- tive foil cover.
  • Page 19 Yoder YS 640 3. Remove the burn grate from the firebox. Inspect and clean thoroughly. Make cer- tain that the combustion holes in the burn grate and the igniter tube in the firebox are free of debris or ash build up. Visually inspect the air way between the combustion fan and the firebox to be certain that it is free and clear of ash and debris.
  • Page 20 Yoder YS 640 7. Reinstall the heat diffuser/drip plate. The heat diffuser plate attaches to the hook on the auger shield and rests on the grease divider on the right hand side of the grill. Once installed, check to be certain that the edges are approximately one-quarter inch be- low the grate rails at the hopper end and that the plate is adjusted evenly from front to back.

  • Page 21: Startup Procedure

    Yoder YS 640 Startup Procedure (When using the Yoder with the heat diffuser/drip plate in position, it is best to start your grill 20 to 30 minutes prior to cooking. This allows the grill and cooking grates to heat completely improving heat retention and recovery when opening the cover during cooking.) 1.
  • Page 22 Yoder YS 640 6. Adjust the variable displacement damper to wide open (fully on the right side) prior to starting the grill. VARIABLE DISPLACEMENT DAMPER FIG 16 7. Check to see that the burn grate is properly seated in the firebox. BURN GRATE FIREBOX FIG 17...

  • Page 23: Shutting Down The Smoker

    Yoder YS 640 8. Place 1/8 cup (about a palm full) of pellets on the burn grate. NOTE: This step is only necessary when the unit is first put into service or if it runs out of pellets. 9. Reinstall the heat diffuser/drip pan and cooking grates (See FIG 15). 10.
  • Page 24 Yoder YS 640 • The fan will continue to run until the grill temperature reaches 125° F or 18 min- utes, whichever occurs first. • When the procedure is complete, the fan and power LED will turn off. • Disconnect the Yoder from its power source. When the grill is completely cool, cover the grill to protect your investment and keep the pellets dry.

  • Page 25: Manual Startup

    Yoder YS 640 Manual Start Up Here are the steps to manually light the grill in the event that the igniter fails. (Steps 2 & 3 only apply if the igniter has developed a dead short and is tripping the GFCI or blow- ing the fuse.) 1.
  • Page 26 Yoder YS 640 2. Reach into the hopper cavity on the left side of the igniter tube and pull the igniter wires into the firebox. 3. Unplug the igniter’s weather tight connection and then push the wires back into the hopper cavity.

  • Page 27: Getting The Most From Your Yoder: Direct & Indirect Grilling, Smoking & Baking

    Yoder YS 640 Getting the Most From Your Yoder: Direct & Indirect Grilling, Smoking & Baking Heat Up Times and Grate Temperatures The question is regularly asked: “How long does it take from the time I press “start” until I am ready to cook?” When the cooker is setup traditionally (diffuser plate installed), the heat up time is 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Page 28 Yoder YS 640 VARIABLE DISPLACEMENT DAMPER FIG 22 Setup #2: Moderate temperature grilling such as wings and boneless chicken breasts (grate temperatures up to 350° F): Heat with the diffuser plate in place and a set of Grill Grates installed on the left side of the cooker. The “Direct Grilling Kit” consists of three custom-made aluminum panels which replace one standard cooking grate (see FIG 23).

  • Page 29: Variable Displacement Damper

    HANDLE FIG 24 When the YS640 is set up with the heat diffuser in place the Variable Displacement Damper allows the pit master additional temperature control at the grate level. With the damper pushed all the way, in the left half of the grill will run hotter (FIG 25). When positioned all the way open, the right side of the grill will run hotter.
  • Page 30 Yoder YS 640 EXAMPLE: DAMPER ALL THE WAY IN (Top View) HANDLE DAMPER POSITION FIREBOX HEAT FIG 25 CONCENTRATION • You can create dissimilar side-to-side temperature which is useful, for exam- ple, for cooking poultry on the left at 300° F and a butt or brisket on the right at 240°...

  • Page 31: Grill Maintenance

    Perform maintenance work only if the required informa- tion and proper tools are available. If they are not, or repairs beyond the scope of this manual are required, see your local dealer or contact Yoder Smokers to have a trained technician do the work.

  • Page 32: Firebox And Burn Grate Assembly Maintenance

    Yoder YS 640 Firebox and Burn Grate Assembly Maintenance It is recommended that the firebox assembly is regularly inspected to be certain that it remains free of ash and debris which will ensure proper performance. The firebox is a fully welded structure that carries the burn grate and channels the combustion air.
  • Page 33 Yoder YS 640 If the gap is greater than 3/16”, the steps below should be followed. 1. Start by removing the burn grate from the firebox and placing it on its top. 2. Next, step on the burn grate and apply enough pressure to bend it back to its origi- nal shape.

  • Page 34: Igniter

    Yoder YS 640 Igniter When inspecting the firebox assembly, confirm that the igniter assembly, tube and igniter rod are free of ash or other debris. Periodically check the four set screws that secure the igniter rod into the tube. (See FIG 31). Verify that the igniter rod is centered in the tube and that the tip of the igniter rod is extended approximately 1/8”...

  • Page 35: Grease Management Area And Bucket

    Yoder YS 640 FIG 32 Grease Management Area and Bucket Always be sure the grease catch area is clean and free of debris; empty the grease bucket regularly. Additional Maintenance: In addition to regular cleaning, perform the following procedures every 30 days: 1.

  • Page 36: Storing Your Grill

    Yoder YS 640 FIG 33 Storing Your Grill Cover your Yoder Smoker to protect it from the weather and to keep the pellets dry. If storing your cooker inside, be sure the smoker is cool to the touch before moving it in- side.

  • Page 37: Smoker Exploded View

    Yoder YS 640 640 COOKING COMPONENTS...
  • Page 38 Yoder YS 640 640 COOKING COMPONENTS ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 90737 HINGE, STAINLESS 1024X12FHMSSS FLATHEAD MACHINE SCREW, STAINLESS 1024WHN 12-24 WHIZ NUT 22860 SERIAL NUMBER TAG 236-2489-02 POP RIVET W90780 640 DOOR 41435 HANDLE, ROD 22866 HANDLE, SPRING 22924 PUSH CAP, 3/8”...
  • Page 39 Yoder YS 640 640 IGNITER AND THERMOCOUPLE COMPONENTS...
  • Page 40 Yoder YS 640 640 IGNITER AND THERMOCOUPLE COMPONENTS ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 1420WHN NUT, WHIZ, 1/4-20 10X34HHSDS SCREW, HEX HEAD, SELF DRILLING, 10 X 3/4 632X38MS SCREW, MACHINE, ROUND HEAD, 6-32 X 3/8 LONG 632HN NUT, HEX, 6-32 90005 BURN GRATE 1420X14SHSS...
  • Page 41 Yoder YS 640 640 HOPPER AND COOKING CHAMBER ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 10X34HHSDS SCREW, HEX HEAD, SELF DRILLING 10 X 3/4 1420X12HHSTS SCREW, SLOTTED, HEX HEAD, SELF TAPPING, 1/4-20 X 1/2...
  • Page 42 Yoder YS 640 640 CART...
  • Page 43 Yoder YS 640 640 CART ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 90674 2 INCH CASTER WHEEL, 3/8-16 1420WHN NUT, WHIZ, 1/4-20 3816WHN NUT, WHIZ, 3/8-16 1420X58WHB BOLT, WHIZ, 1/4-20 X 5/8” LONG 90260 90659 AXLE 10X34HHSDS SCREW, HEX HEAD, SELF DRILLING, 10 X 3/4 90172LFP BOTTOM SHELF W90786...
  • Page 44 Yoder YS 640 640 COMP CART...
  • Page 45 640 COMP CART ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. A90511 STAINLESS SIDE SHELF A90535 STAINLESS FRONT SHELF 90527 YODER SMOKERS PLACARD 1420X12BHCSSS 1/4-20 STAINLESS BUTTON HEAD CAP SCREW 1420WHN 1/4-20 WHIZ NUT 51618WHN 5/16-18 WHIZ NUT 51618X1WHZ 5/16-18 WHIZ BOLT 23866...
  • Page 46 Yoder YS 640 HOPPER ASSEMBLY...
  • Page 47 Yoder YS 640 HOPPER ASSEMBLY ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY. 90101 BODY, FRONT, FEED COMPARTMENT 90102 BULKHEAD, MOUNT, HOPPER 90106 COVER, END, FEED COMPARTMENT W90791 HOPPER, PELLET SMOKER 90022 BUSHING, AUGER 90023 BUSHING, AUGER W90019 AUGER 90027 PLATE, ANTI-TORQUE 90899 MOTOR, PELLET AUGER 90060...

  • Page 48: Warranty Information

    Yoder YS 640 Warranty Information Your Yoder YS640 is fully backed by our exceptional customer support and warranties. The igniter is warrantied for 1 year; the 10-gauge cooking body for 10 years, and the control system for 3 years. Firmware updates are offered to users through our dealer network and by inquiry to our website.

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