Southern Pride of Texas
Smoker Maintenance & Repair
14 articles on smoker care, BBQ tips, industry news, and more.
Know When to Grab the Wrench and When to Grab the Phone
A practical guide to deciding which smoker repairs you can handle yourself and which ones will cost you more if you try.
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DoorDash Kills Zesty — And What That Means for Operators Still Betting on Third-Party Discovery
DoorDash is shutting down its Zesty restaurant discovery app. Here's why that matters for commercial operators thinki...
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What a Butter Chicken Taco Tells You About the Next Five Years in Commercial Kitchens
Taco Bell's India-inspired menu addition signals where fusion trends are heading—and what that means for smoker opera...
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What Dave & Buster's Traffic Numbers Tell Us About Running a Real Kitchen
Dave & Buster's improving traffic despite a rough quarter holds lessons for commercial operators managing equipme...
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Why I've Never Seen a Well-Logged Smoker Need Emergency Service
A 22-year service tech explains exactly what to track in your commercial smoker maintenance log—and the patterns that...
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LeBron's Chicken Joint Just Changed the Conversation for Community-Focused Commercial Kitchens
LeBron James' foundation opened a full-service chicken restaurant in Ohio. Here's what commercial operators can learn...
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As-Needed Maintenance Guide for Southern Pride Smoker
Interior Cleaning and Sanitizing
Prepare for Cleaning:
Ensure the smoker is cool before cleaning; do not apply cle...
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Annual Maintenance Guide for Southern Pride Smoker
1. Lubricate the Drive Chain (All Models Except SPK-1400)
Step 1: Disconnect the Power Supply
Ensure the smoker is...
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Semi-Annual Maintenance Guide for Southern Pride Smoker
1. Burner Electrode Inspection and Cleaning
Schedule a Service Technician: Arrange for a certified service technici...
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Quarterly Maintenance Guide for Southern Pride Smoker
1. Check the Drive System Cover and Retainer/Set Screws
Step 1: Remove the drive system cover and service compartme...
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Monthly Maintenance Guide for Southern Pride Smoker
1. Inspect and Clean the Convection Fan Blade
Step 1: Ensure the smoker is completely turned off, and disconnect th...
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Weekly Maintenance Guide for Southern Pride Smoker
1. Inspect and Clean the Flue
Step 1: Inspect the flue weekly in accordance with NFPA® 96 standards.
Step 2: Check...
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