Pellet Storage

rickyldd

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• Dec 4, 2015

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Just got a fresh batch of new pellets from Todd. wondering if anyone vac seals their pellets....I have seen other methods on here but not seen anyone post about vacuum sealing. I think the zip lock type develop pinholes. My pellets absorb moisture apparently.

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cmayna

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I've never had any problems with Todd's pellets after storage in his stock ziplok bags.  Before I fire up the smoke generator I run my torch all over the AMNPS or AMNTS to lightly warm up and dry the pellets.  I then apply the big heat at one end. 

 

rickyldd

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• Dec 7, 2015

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I haven't had any trouble with the pellets either while new.  After some time they won't stay lit. Not blaming anyone just wanting to know If anyone has tried this. I went ahead and packed several 5# bags. We will see.I kept them in an attached garage before, very humid here, Love the way they burn when "new".

 

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Again,

You might need to run a torch lightly along the row of pellets, on all sides and then fire up the end.   I have some pretty well aged pellets and because of this method, I've yet to have any issues keeping them lit.

 

rickyldd

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cmayna said:

 
Again,

You might need to run a torch lightly along the row of pellets, on all sides and then fire up the end.   I have some pretty well aged pellets and because of this method, I've yet to have any issues keeping them lit.

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Thanks cmayna....

2 burns so far and no issues. I will do that. I have also added this to my list in a doc saved on my computer from suggestions I have found from others on this site. I love my amzn smoker again!

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I am using the heat gun now instead of torch to lite my pellets...works better for me

 

 

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Awesome,  keep us posted and do NOT hesitate to ask more questions.

 

gibsorz

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• Dec 14, 2015

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I tend to nuke my pellets for about a minute to pull out any moisture they collected. But I don't use a torch to light them, if I used a torch I would go with cmayna's trick. And they get too hot to handle, but not near burning temps.

 

Last edited: Dec 14, 2015