Welcome Mike and welcome to the world of electric smokers and CS
It is important to season your new smoker once you get it and there should be instructions in your manual what Cookshack recommends.
There are many kinds of wood choices for your smoker but I would recommend using only chunks of wood and not chips
There are many people here that will answer questions and if you happen to call Cookshack for support ask for Tony or Bill.
Welcome to the family !