Just got my MES tonight. Came home from a meeting and there it was...11:00 pm. No smokin tonight. But started to set it up. As some of you know I am trying to eliminate steps so am trying to place on the front porch. HOWEVER, problem. The electric receptacle is about 3 feet beyond the reach of the smoker. So I have to use an extension cord. Can anyone who know electrical stuff, seems to be alot of you, tell me what type to use? I know heavier grade, but is there something I should look for on the label? I can cut it down and make it into a 3 foot extension, but need to know the grade? ??? Thanks for any help