Pro Smoker 320T-HVE Smoke House with Pellet Generator Installation Guide

Pro Smoker 320T-HVE Smoke House with Pellet Generator

Product Information

Specifications

• Humidity Solenoid : 3/8 connection (all models)
• Wet Tank Solenoid : 3/8 connection (all models)
• Shower Solenoid:
  • 1/2 connection for models 320T-HVE, 500T-HVE, and 500T
  • 3/4 connection for models 700T and 1100T
• Cold water supply line : 1/2
• Chimney Condensate Drain Line : 3/4 clear hose and hose clamp, run line to floor drain

Installation Tips

Check your product for damage

Inspect your new smokehouse upon receipt for any damage. Make a notation of any damage on your delivery receipt and report damage to the trucking company as well as to your Pro Smok representative.

Unloading and moving smoker into plant

Make sure doorways are clear and the unit will fit through either standing or lying down. Do not lay down on the control panel or drain. Lay it on either the flat back wall or the flat side wall.

Drain basin and trap

CHECK WITH YOUR PLUMBER, INSPECTOR, THE STATE AND/OR LOCAL MUNICIPALITY TO FIND OUT WHAT IS REQUIRED! Some installations will require a grease trap. Most require an air gap. The top of the drain trap (discharge point) is just below the base of the drain line from the smokehouse. The top of the discharge point should be just above the floor or drain basin, preventing backflow into the smokehouse. The drain connection from the smoker wall is 1″ above the floor and has a slight downward pitch. The drain tube from the smokehouse is 2-3/8″. Do not reduce drain line connections lower than 2″.

Drain (continued)

If you are installing the smokehouse in a new building/room or if you are remodelling the concrete floor, many customers find it convenient to have a trench drain in front of the smokehouse. If
this is the case, please contact Pro Smoker directly for assistance and guidance on measurements that will work best for your installation.

Plumbing Connections

Cold water connections to smokehouse solenoids

• Humidity Solenoid: 3/8 connection (all models)
• Wet Tank Solenoid: 3/8 connection (all models)
• Shower Solenoid:
  • 1/2 connection for models 320T-HVE, 500T-HVE, and 500T
  • 3/4 connection for models 700T and 1100T

Other Plumbing Components

• 1/2 cold water supply line
• Manifold (of some sort) with 3 lines leading to smokehouse solenoids (the image shown has shutoff valves for each line)
• Whole House style filter with replaceable filter cartridge
• Chimney Condensate Drain Line: 3/4 clear hose and hose clamp, run line to floor drain

Exhaust Connections

Exhaust port connection

Connect the vent drip adaptor using the draw band (both provided with the smoker) to the exhaust port connection.

• 4″ draw band for models 320T-HVE, 500T-HVE, and 500T
• 4″ to 6″ vent drip adaptor for models 320T-HVE, 500T-HVE, and 500T
• 6″ draw band for models 700T and 1100T
• 6″ to 8″ vent drip adaptor for models 700T and 1100T

Exhaust ductwork

Ducting should be as short as possible, with at least 4-6 feet of pipe above your roof line (refer to local building codes).

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Checking for Damage

Inspect your new smokehouse upon receipt. If you notice any damage, make a note of it on your delivery receipt and report the damage to the trucking company as well as your Pro Smoker representative.

Step 2: Unloading and Moving the Smoker into the Plant

Ensure that the doorways are clear and that the unit will fit through either in a standing or lying down position. Avoid laying it down on the control panel or drain. Instead, lay it on either the flat back wall or the flat side wall.

Step 3: Installing the Drain Basin and Trap

Before proceeding with the installation, check with your plumber, inspector, and the local municipality to determine the specific requirements for your setup. Some installations may require a grease trap, while all will require an air gap. The top of the drain trap (discharge point) should be just below the base of the drain line from the smokehouse. Additionally, ensure that the top of the discharge point is positioned just above the floor or drain basin to prevent backflow into the smokehouse. The drain connection from the smoker wall should be 1″ above the floor and have a slight downward pitch. The drain tube from the smokehouse should have a diameter of 2-3/8″. Do not reduce the drain line connections to a lower diameter than 2″.

Step 4: Installing the Trench Drain (Optional)

If you are installing the smokehouse in a new building/room or remodelling the concrete floor, you may find it convenient to have a trench drain in front of the smokehouse. In such cases, it is recommended to contact Pro Smoker directly for assistance and guidance on measurements that will work best for your installation.

Step 5: Plumbing Connections

Connect the cold water supply line to the smokehouse solenoids as follows:

• Humidity Solenoid: 3/8 connection (all models)
• Wet Tank Solenoid : 3/8 connection (all models)
• Shower Solenoid:
  • 1/2 connection for models 320T-HVE, 500T-HVE, and 500T
  • 3/4 connection for models 700T and 1100T

Additionally, ensure that you have a manifold with 3 lines leading to the smokehouse solenoids, a whole house style filter with a replaceable filter cartridge, and a chimney condensate drain line connected to the floor drain.

Step 6: Exhaust Connections

Connect the vent drip adaptor provided with the smoker using the appropriate draw band to the exhaust port connection. The specific sizes are as follows:

• 4″ draw band for models 320T-HVE, 500T-HVE, and 500T
• 4″ to 6″ vent drip adaptor for models 320T-HVE, 500T-HVE, and 500T
• 6″ draw band for models 700T and 1100T
• 6″ to 8″ vent drip adaptor for models 700T and 1100T

Ensure that you have a Class A (or minimum Class B) exhaust connection from the vent drip adaptor through the ceiling. Additionally, connect the smoke pipes from the smoke generator to the smokehouse smoke generator pipe intake using the pipes provided by Pro Smoker.

Step 7: Exhaust Ductwork

The exhaust ducting should be as short as possible, with at least 4-6 feet of pipe above your roof line. Please refer to the local building codes for specific requirements.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

• Q: What should I do if I notice any damage to the smokehouse upon receipt?
• A: If you notice any damage to the smokehouse upon receipt, make a note of it on your delivery receipt and report the damage to both the trucking company and your Pro Smoker representative.
• Q: Can I lay the smokehouse down on the control panel or drain?
• A : No, it is not recommended to lay the smokehouse down on the control panel or drain. Instead, lay it on either the flat back wall or flat side wall.
• Q: Do I need a grease trap for my installation?
• A: The need for a grease trap depends on your specific installation requirements. It is recommended to check with your plumber, inspector, and local municipality to determine if a grease trap is necessary.
• Q: What is the recommended diameter for the drain tube from the smokehouse?
• A: The drain tube from the smokehouse should have a diameter of 2-3/8″. Do not reduce the drain line connections to a lower diameter than 2″.
• Q: How should I connect the exhaust ductwork?
• A : The exhaust ducting should be as short as possible,

INSTALLATION TIPS

Check your product for damage

• Inspect your new smokehouse upon receipt for any damage. Make a notation of any damage on your delivery receipt and report damage to the trucking company as well as to your Pro Smoker rep

Unloading and moving smoker into plant

• Make sure doorways are clear and the unit will fit through either standing or lying down
• Do not lay down on the control panel or drain. Lay on either a flat back wall or flat side wall

Drain basin and trap

• CHECK WITH YOUR PLUMBER, INSPECTOR, THE STATE AND/OR LOCAL MUNICIPALITY TO FIND OUT WHAT IS REQUIRED! Some installations will require a grease trap. Most require an air gap.
• The top of the drain trap (discharge point), is just below the base of the drain line from the smokehouse
• The top of the discharge point should be just above the floor or drain basin preventing backflow into the smokehouse
• The drain connection from the smoker wall is 1” above the floor and has a slight downward pitch. Drain tube from the smokehouse is 2-3/8”. Do not reduce drain line connections lower than 2”

Drain continued:

If you are installing the smokehouse in a new building/room or if you are remodelling the concrete floor, many customers find that it is convenient to have a trench drain in front of the smokehouse. If this is the case, please contact Pro Smoker directly for assistance and guidance on measurements that will work best for your installation.

Top view of smokehouse with trench drain in front of it. This is a sample layout. Your smokehouse may vary from this layout example.

Plumbing (cold water) connections to smokehouse solenoids (make sure to flush lines before connecting to smoker)

• Humidity Solenoid: 3/8” connection (all models)
• Wet Tank Solenoid: 3/8” connection (all models)
• Shower Solenoid: 1/2” connection, models 320T-HVE, 500T-HVE and 500T 3/4″ connection, models 700T and 1100T

Smokehouse solenoid locations and size of connections:

Exhaust connections

• Connect vent drip adaptor using the draw band (both provided with a smoker) to exhaust port connection
  • 4” draw band, models 320T-HVE, 500T-HVE and 500T
  • 4”->6” vent drip adaptor models 320T-HVE, 500T-HVE and 500T
  • 6” draw band, models 700T and 1100T
  • 6”->8” vent drip adaptor models 700T and 1100T
• Class A (or minimum Class B) exhaust connection from the vent drip adaptor through ceiling
• Connect smoke pipes from the smoke generator to the smokehouse smoke generator pipe intake
  (pipes provided by Pro Smoker

Exhaust ductwork

• Ducting should be as short as possible, with at least 4-6 feet of pipe above your roof line (refer to local building codes)
• For best smokehouse performance, straight up and out is best exhaust venting with as few elbows as possible (see footprint drawings)
• If needed, use 45-degree elbows whenever possible
• Simple rain caps (see images below) should be installed
• Care should be taken by the owner to ensure that installation is fire-safe

RAIN CAP (OUTSIDE EXHAUST PIPE)

320T-HVE, E-Series Smoker Footprint (HVE layout shown

500T-HVE, E-Series Smoker Footprint (HVE layout shown

500T, T-Series Custom Smoker Footprint (with left side control, left side drain, right side smoke generator and right side door hinge shown)

700T, T-Series Custom Smoker Footprint (with left side control, left side drain, right side smoke generator and right side door hinge shown)

1100T, T-Series Custom Smoker Footprint (with left side control, left side drain, right side smoke generator and right side door hinge shown)

DAMPER POSITIONS

Your Pro Smoker Smokehouse has 3 dampers. Exhaust Damper, Fresh Air Intake Damper and Smoke Damper.

• In the Drying Program: All 3 dampers are open allowing maximum airflow through the system
• In Smoke Program: The exhaust and intake dampers are open with the smoke damper closed to it’s set position
• In the Cooking Program: The exhaust and intake dampers are closed, and the smoke damper is open
• In Shower Program: All dampers are open

Electrical connections

• CHECK INFORMATION PLATE FOR CORRECT VOLTAGE!
• Single Phase units will require a 4-wire setup (L1, L2, a neutral and a ground)
• Three Phase units will require a 5 wire setup (L1, L2, L3, a neutral and a ground)
• 208, 240 or 480 VAC (as specified) runs to the main distribution block in the control panel. Confirm that the information plate and wiring diagram match the power requirements. If these do not match, all Pro Smoker
• 120V power comes from the L1 connection. If separate 120V power supply needs to be run, connect to a 10amp fuse block in the control panel (also applies to 480V systems)
• The Pellet Smoke Generator is plugged into the 120VAC cord located under the main control panel which is supplied power by the microprocessor
• The optional sawdust smoke generator has power supplied directly to it from the smokehouse with a 5-wire cord.
• Install a wall-mounted disconnect typically within arm’s reach of the smokehouse. Refer to local electrical codes

ONCE YOUR SMOKEHOUSE IS WIRED, CONTACT A PRO SMOKER BEFORE THE INITIAL START-UP.

120/240 VAC 1-PHASE WITH PELLET SMOKE GENERATOR

120/240 VAC 3-PHASE WITH PELLET SMOKE GENERATOR

Documents / Resources

| Pro Smoker 320T-HVE Smoke House with Pellet Generator [pdf] Installation Guide
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