Purpose of Little Door on Z Grills Hopper

The trap door on the back of the hopper is a quick exit for pellets; when you’re done smoking for more than a week, dump them out. Pellets absorb moisture easily and will break apart into a pulp if left outside for an extended period. We recommend that you always use the trap door to empty the pellet hopper before storing your pellet or leaving it unattended for longer than a few days.