1.
Pour 2-3” deep layer
of True’Cue lump charcoal on the bottom of the smoker.
2.
Use 2 True’Cue
match-light charcoal starters to ignite the charcoal.
3.
Open the top and
bottom vents to the widest position (#5).
4.
Let the coals burn
for 10 minutes until the smoker reaches 200°F
5.
Dial down the top and
bottom vents to the #2 position
6.
This should maintain
a smoker temperature of 225°F for up to 6 hours.