Leave smoker in rain?

livewirecs

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• Apr 19, 2015

• #1

I've had some friends tell me I can leave my 30" MES Analog Smoker out in any weather, whether I'm using it to smoke or not. Is that true? Can I smoke in the rain? Can I just leave it out? I have the cover that came with it but I don't know...

 

mummel

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• Apr 19, 2015

• #2

From what I've read, everyone says rain is a big no no.  But if you have a cover I'm sure it's fine.  Smoking in the rain is also a no no unless you have a canopy to keep the smoker dry. 

 

b-one

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• Apr 19, 2015

• #3

Play it safe electric and water don't mix! If you need to leave a smoker outside go charcoal or wood.

 

Rafter H BBQ

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• Apr 19, 2015

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This is just the way I do things, not saying it's the only way or the right way.... Just my way !

I do not leave my smoker outside, cover or not.... I have a place in my garage for my smokers ! I have a place as well in my garage to smoke when it's raining, snowing or really windy !

 

mummel

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• Apr 20, 2015

• #5

Im sure a cover will be fine when storing outside in the summer.  But in the winter, bring it inside.  When smoking, dont get it wet.   

 

bmaddox

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• Apr 20, 2015

• #6

The analog units are probably more rain tolerant than the digital since there are no control panels or complicated electronics but there is still a risk of water getting into the wiring and ruining it.

 

bluewhisper

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• Apr 20, 2015

• #7

I wonder if you could make a simple holder for a big golf umbrella, or maybe a patio table umbrella.

 

inkjunkie

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• Apr 20, 2015

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I built a table with a roof, never had a problem using my MES in the rain. Sits outside 24/7

 

mummel

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• Apr 20, 2015

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inkjunkie said:

I built a table with a roof, never had a problem using my MES in the rain. Sits outside 24/7

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inkjunkie

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• Apr 20, 2015

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mummel said:

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Damn phone, will try again later

 

gary s

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• Apr 20, 2015

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If you Have to leave it out I would cover it and raise it off the ground.

Gary

 

mummel

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• Apr 20, 2015

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Will 12X12 tiles be enough to keep it off the ground?

 

daricksta

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• Apr 21, 2015

• #13

I have a MES 30 Gen 1. Even though I have a cover for it I never leave it out in bad weather. It stays in my garage when not in use.