Thanks for the tip - I hadn't even considered the hot coals.


Duwop > wrote in message
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> BOB wrote:
> > Mick wrote:
> >> I picked up a smoker similar to the WSM. The instructions recommend
> >> using this thing on a non-flammable surface. Is this just a
> >> liability warning? I was hoping to use it on my wood deck.
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> > If I were going to try, I'd probably set a 24" X 24" patio stone on
> > the deck and put the smoker on that. Also, think about hot coals
> > when cleaning out the firebox, and loading fuel.
> >
> > BOB
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> Oh yeah, I get waay too many live coals dropped to ever consider putting a
> cooker on a wood surface. Then there's the fat drippings too, will stain
> wood real good.
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