vagriller
Head Chef
Gretchen said:IF (and I emphasize IF) it is the "bullet" shaped Brinkman it is excellent for smoking. One load of charcoal (10#) is usually enough for the smoking process. But if you want to add more, you just lift the top 2/3 off, add more charcoal and put it back on.
Gretchen, you are right! I just looked up the user manual at the Brinkmann website. All I have to do is lift the top 2/3 off like you said. I didn't realize that for smoking the lower grate and water pan is suspended in the unit. I also looks like you could "shovel" it in a few briquettes at a time throught he door. But I have seen most reviewers instruct just to lift the top off like you say. Thank you for the advice, your comment inspired me to check it out. This changes everything!