This entry level BBQ smoker is an outstanding choice for aspiring cooks that can't afford a larger tank smoker with reverse flow draft. If you need more space, add a 2nd Tier Grate to almost double your cooking area.
Similar to the PR36 BBQ Smoker, this backyard cooker adds a firebox on the side, which gives you more control over the temperature in the smoker even when the fire is hot.
Indirect heat comes from slowly burning wood or charcoal in the fire box. An ash pan and "stay open" door with positive lock latches make the process fun and easy.
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| Measurements |
| Overall Dimensions | 56"H x 61.5"L x 29"W |
| Grate Dimensions | 14.5" x 35" |
| Optional 2nd Tier Grate Dimensions | 13" x 34" |
Cooking Area
| 3.52 sq. ft. (507.5 sq. in.) |
| Cooking Area With 2nd Tier Grate | 6.59 sq. ft. (949.5 sq. in.)
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| Metal Thickness on Smoker | 13 Guage |
| Metal Thickness on Fire Box | 1/4" |
| Net Weight | 300 lbs. |
Features and Benefits of the SQ36 BBQ Smoker
- Non-rusting Stainless Steel Grates make your BBQ smoker maintenance easier and eliminate possible rust contamination on your meat.
- Slide Out Ash Pan collects all the ashes for easy disposal even while you're cooking.
- Charcoal Grate in Fire Box lets the ashes fall below the firebox, so the fire can burn more efficiently.
- Drain Hole lets you easily drain the smoking chamber.
- Stay Cool Handles on Slide Vents and Firebox Door let you control the draft and open hot doors without burning your hand.
- Thermometer on Smoking Chamber Door helps you conveniently keep an accurate tab of the temperature.

1/4" steel end-loading fire box and slide out ash pan.

Smoke Distributor: Smoke travels through the smoke distributor and surrounds the meat before exiting out the chimney. Top and bottom dampers maintain control of the internal temperature.
Options for the SQ36 Smoker

Optional charcoal grill pan for cooking grill foods.
Price: $975.00 (USD)

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with the purchase of any size cooker!
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Usage Recommendations
For smoking, we recommend using non-petroleum based starters. Residue in the smoke from these starters can contaminate the cooking box, potentially effecting the flavor of the meat. The use of a torch or paper and kindling is most effective. Use approximately 15–20 lbs. of charcoal in the fire box to get started. Once the meat is placed in the smoker, you can add wood in the fire box for smoking. From there, you can use either wood or charcoal. Add wood or charcoal as needed to maintain the correct temperature.
For grilling, place charcoal pan in smoker below stainless steel grate and put in approximately 15 pounds of charcoal.
