There must be something wrong with the smoker. Even with a 650 watt element, it shouldn't take times like that to get the temp up!!Tried water pan filled with sand, had temp set at 225 because I know it gets hotter than set. After 45 minutes to get to temp, I put 10 lbs of wings in. After 2 hrs it still had not recouped, heating element stayed on the whole time. The unit was given to me last year so I have nothing invested in it. Masterbuilt sent me a new controller but that wasn't the problem.
Should I try upgrading to a larger element? Or maybe I'll pull the trigger and buy a new one.
Thanks for any suggestions.
nightowl, morning...... Some folks have had problems with some of the newer MES units.... not sure which ones...... Problems with the electronics if memory serves me correctly..... No problem with the exchanges and no problems with Masterbuilt standing behind their products even after the 90 day warranty expires... They seem to stand behind their product at almost any cost..... I wouldn't worry about buying one with what I've read here.... If you have problems, and waiting for new parts from the warranty department is not a problem, if it fails, go for it.....Thanks for the replies. I don't need the mes 40, the 30 is big enough for me, I'm looking at the 20070910 30 from amazon for $177. The reviews are good. Is it 850 watt? Any reason I shouldn't buy it?
Nightowl,Thanks for the replies. I don't need the mes 40, the 30 is big enough for me, I'm looking at the 20070910 30 from amazon for $177. The reviews are good. Is it 850 watt? Any reason I shouldn't buy it?