Commercial Chinese Smokehouses

As the food cooks, fat drippings hit the interior drip shields to create a natural smoking effect. The optional chip box can be purchased and used to generate wood smoke. 

1. SM-24 chip box – Item # 244000 – Approximately 30 minutes
2. SM-30 chip box – Item # 244001 – Approximately 45 minutes
3. SM-36 chip box – Item # 244002 – Approximately 90 minutes

Wood chips can be soaked in water for less intense, but longer lasting smoke generation.

An extra chip box can be purchased to quickly swap out a depleted chip box with one containing fresh chips.

For best results, Town recommends a mix of solid and fine wood chips. Pellets are not recommended. 

* Safety grate to upper baffle
** Top of drip skirt to upper baffle plate
^ Approximate capacities

The unit is tested and designed to perform optimally while underneath a hood.  For optimal performance and safety, we recommend that it be placed underneath a hood, with fire suppression. 

It may also be required by local code. Town suggests you contact your local authority (AHJ) for permissibility.  

This unit is rated and listed for static indoor use only. Town’s one-year limited warranty is void if used in any other manner.  However, it has been done with success. We suggest you contact your local authorities (AHJ) for permissibility.

The water pan must be installed and filled during operation. A dry water pan can lead to grease fires!

A filled water pan prevents grease flare-ups, and creates a moist environment to simultaneously roast and smoke.  

Yes, it has an analog thermostat with a range of 150° F to 550° F.  Heat in the oven is distributed through natural convection, and it’s normal for there to be some temperature variation within the cabinet. For even cooking, product may need to be rearranged during the cooking process.

This unit is rated, listed and tested, for static indoor-use only. It is to be used in commercial settings only, and Town’s one-year limited warranty is void if used in any other manner. However, it has been done with success. We suggest you contact your local authorities (AHJ) for permissibility.

Hot smoking is possible when operated properly. Place the chip box in between the door and the water pan. Turn the unit on and set the thermostat for 350° F. The pilot runner will ignite the chips after about 10 minutes.

During longer cook times, the water pan may need to be refilled with water. The chip box has a limited run time, which depends on the size and type of chips. Continuous American-style smoking may require more than one load of wood chips. It’s recommended to purchase an extra chip box to quickly swap out a depleted chip box with one containing fresh chips.

Limited cold smoking is possible. Under hot smoking conditions, the pilot runner will ignite the chips after about 10 minutes. For cold smoking, the chip box may need to be lit externally with a lighter or a piece of charcoal.

Field-conversion is possible, and must be done by a licensed gas plumber. Visit our resource center for a guide including a required parts list. 

The unit can be used to roast any type of meat. However, if you desire crispy skin on your cooked pig or duck, our PR-36 pig roaster is the suggested appliance.  

Although temperatures within the cabinet will vary, a thermometer for fixed point temperature readings can be added. Please inquire with Town. 

Lead time usually varies from 1-3 weeks based on shop load. Inquire with Town for a more precise lead time.  Note that lead times will vary day to day. Expedited options may be available. 

The unit comes with six skewers, a water pan, safety grate, and upper and lower baffle plates. A variety of hooks, oven racks and roasting bars are available to complement the smokehouse’s capabilities.  To mount the optional oven racks, a set of rack guides must be installed in the cabinet.

It is always good practice to empty and clean the water pan when done, and start with fresh water for your next cook cycle. Clean and degrease the cabinet, combustion chamber, and cooking accessories regularly. Excess grease buildup is dangerous and can lead to grease fires.

Natural, non-toxic (such as citrus or vinegar based) cleaners are strongly recommended for use on interior surfaces.

When cleaning exterior stainless steel surfaces, scrub in the direction of the grain.

Ranges come with Town’s one-year limited warranty.

See our warranty page for further details.

Initiate equipment repair requests by filling out our repair request form.

Field warranty service is only available for heavy equipment. If the issue is warranty related, Town will need to give approval before any work is done. Invoices for unapproved work will not be honored. Service is covered during normal business hours: Monday-Friday 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. If it is covered under warranty, and parts are needed, we will ship the part to the end-user free of charge. Town must be contacted so we can initiate the service call.

In instances of claims which we do not believe are covered, the end-user or dealer must call in their own service company. If the service report indicates that it is covered under warranty, it will be reimbursed at the standard labor rate. This is at Town’s sole discretion.

Please see our warranty page for further details.

The range is supplied with a pre-installed appliance regulator.  Depending on the gas system, a first stage regulator may be required. This scenario is likely when using propane gas, or a high pressure natural gas system. Consult with the licensed plumber installing the unit to determine if one is needed.

Any inline devices, and piping upstream of the range, must be sized appropriately. Improper gas systems will result in poor performance.