new build insulation

[pignout013]

Anyone know if the insulation  in 1989 traulsen refer has 2 be removed. It is High density polyurethane foam  and  I am having trouble taking the inner lining out without bending the heck out of it. It will be used for all forms of smoking and I would like to get it hot enough to burn out. I want this to be equal to a commercial smoker when complete so I will do what I need to do but I don’t want to waste time doing things that are not necessary. Thank you so much with the help

 

[fagesbp]

I have read that the blown in insulation is not safe as it might burn.

 

[mneeley490]

pignout013,

I had this problem, too. I opted for "better safe than sorry". It was a huge pain to gut it completely, but in the end I think it was worth it. Would I do it again? Heck, no. Next time I'll get a vintage fridge.

See the story here: http://www.smokingmeatforums.com/t/115657/commercial-ss-fridge-build-my-first-try

 

[aki-]

I've started on a similar fridge with a same issue and the easiest way to remove the foam is to use a sharp chisel, I made one from an old knife,  You pry most of the big stuff using it.  What does wonders is if you have an oscillating tool with a rigid scraper attachment, it will remove every trace of the foam.  Whatever you do do not burn the foam, it will just make a bigger mess.