Broil King Pellet & Charcoal Scoop — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Broil King Pellet & Charcoal Scoop?
The Broil King Pellet & Charcoal Scoop is a tool designed to help you load pellets or charcoal into your grill or smoker more cleanly and accurately. It features a stainless steel scoop body with an ergonomic resin handle, integrated sifter slots, and a graduated base for measurement.
What are its main features and specifications?
• Overall length: 14.5 inches (including handle)
• Scoop width: ~ 4.7 inches; height: ~ 4.65 inches
• Stainless steel scoop with resin handle
• Integrated sifter slots to allow dust and fines to fall out
• Graduated base to measure fuel amounts
How do I use this scoop most effectively?
1. Scoop pellets or charcoal from your storage container.
2. Tilt the scoop backward slightly so the sifter slots allow dust and fine particles to fall before pouring the fuel.
3. Use the graduated markings at the base to measure your desired load.
4. Pour the fuel into your hopper or firebox.
5. After use, empty residual dust and wipe clean.
How should I clean and maintain it?
• Wash with mild soapy water and rinse thoroughly.
• Avoid using harsh abrasives on the stainless steel or handle.
• Clean out sifter slots regularly so they don’t clog.
• Dry immediately to prevent water spots or corrosion.
• Store in a dry location or hang by the handle.
What are the advantages and limitations?
Advantages:
• Helps reduce dust and fine particles entering hopper
• Measurement markings assist with consistent fuel loading
• Durable materials and ergonomic handle
Limitations / cautions:
• The sifter cannot remove very fine dust entirely
• If fuel is damp or sticky, it may clog sifter slots
• Resin handle may degrade with continual exposure to high heat
• Graduations may wear with heavy usage
