Master Forge Double Door Vertical Smoker from Lowes - dripping grease

[wayde58]

I have ha this smoker since Christmas of this year and I have been using it once a week consistently.  I noticed last week that It start to drip or leak grease.  I believe it is from the build up of smoke.

I have talked to my father who also has a similar smoker (different brand) and he never had to clean his smoker.  I was wondering If I should clean or wipe it down every time I smoke or cold there be something wrong with the smoker.

I have the vents partially open and added wool gaskets along the doors to keep the smoke in.

Any help or advice to fix this would be appreciated.

Thanks!

 

[themule69]

Yes you need to clean it. If it is dripping grease the next step is the big fire.

Happy smoken.

David

 

[daveomak]

Try smoking with the vents wide open.... It could be condensate that's dripping... venting the moisture could solve your problem.... Most folks smoke with the vents wide open....

 

[wayde58]

Thanks for the response.  After more investigation, it looks to be condensation of the smoker.  I had all vents closed except for the chimney.  Makes sense, water pan/steam, condensations.  I am still going to give it a good clean. Thank you again!