Used three times, cleaned after each use and get a lot of smoke during cooking...any tips to reduce smoke?
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I have been washing everything in the dishwasher and have not run into the situation you've described.
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Did you take the shield in the back (inside) and cleaned it? I have had my machine for at least 10 yrs and never had a smoking issue. If you have something that touches the burners, I can see it causing smoke but it should not be for very long. I always make sure nothing can touch the burners, and I cook a 15lb turkey in mine. What type of smoke is it?
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The smoke could be due to a couple a factors: 1. Do you have excess meat or skin that could perhaps touch the element? 2. Do you cover the bottom tray with foil? The first time I used mine I also had smoke and even a flame, but when I used the foil, the problem was solved. Also, make sure there's no meat particles anywhere in the Ro. Be sure to use clean foil each time. Hope this helps!
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I've used mine twice without a bit of smoke. How did you clean the unit. Spray 409 let it stand a while, spray again and let it stand awhile longer. Then take a wet Mr Clean kitchen sponge over the entire unit inside and out. Wipe dry for a brand new looking unit. I couldn't believe how clean the unit came using the 409/Mr Clean kitchen sponge. Smoke, there might be food touching the unit as it rotates which, I would like, would cause smoke. Make sure that no food touches the heating unit while the food is rotating.
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Need to heat up the grate after using and or cleaning- do not let it air dry. then apply the oil. Must dry in a warm spot.
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Clean the burner mechanism with rag and water where the flame comes from.that clogs,and affects the built in thermostat and causes it to do that.if that don't work then u need a new one
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We usually just use either butter or cooking spray and that seems to work fine. It also may help if you "season" it first. Spray it with some cooking spray and let it sit in the coals -just like you were cooking something. Flip it a few times and let it cool.
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The smoke generator really stinks. You may have put too much in - turn it over and see if any oil drains out and try again.
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I am not really sure what happened with your pan. Is it a different recipe than you used in the past? That might have something to do with it. I have used mine 3 times already and I never sprayed the pan or anything. I would contact the company and see what they tell you to do. I hope this helps.
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You may need more butane. I use mine on a daily basis and run out every 2-3 weeks. If that's not it you may have accumulated some dirt iN the hardware. Hit every nook and crany of it with a q-tip. I wouldn't use any chemical cleaners unless you're positive of the reactivity. Final suggestion is make sure every apparatus is snug and not damaged. Hope one of those help.
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I have to agree with Michael...I sent mine back as it was scratched up, looked used and every time I plugged it in the controller smoked (I tried 8-10 times). Was afraid to even give it a whirl, so wouldn't recommend. My suggestion: invest in a 1600 watt portable induction cooktop and use your own clad induction ready cookware. With those you can use them as a slow cooker. It's the solution I finally came up with.I never took the opportunity to measure volume since, as I said, the controller smoked, even after leaving it plugged in for 30+ minutes 8-10 times. It did look to hold 4 qts. to the top, but would advise using only 2-3 qts., just in case it boiled over. I have to agree with Michael...I sent mine back as it was scratched up, looked used and every time I plugged it in the controller smoked (I tried 8-10 times). Was afraid to even give it a whirl, so wouldn't recommend. My suggestion: invest in a 1600 watt portable induction cooktop and use your own clad induction ready cookware. With those you can use them as a slow cooker. It's the solution I finally came up with.I never took the opportunity to measure volume since, as I said, the controller smoked, even after leaving it plugged in for 30+ minutes 8-10 times. It did look to hold... » Read More I have to agree with Michael...I sent mine back as it was scratched up, looked used and every time I plugged it in the controller smoked (I tried 8-10 times). Was afraid to even give it a whirl, so wouldn't recommend. My suggestion: invest in a 1600 watt portable induction cooktop and use your own clad induction ready cookware. With those you can use them as a slow cooker. It's the solution I finally came up with.I never took the opportunity to measure volume since, as I said, the controller smoked, even after leaving it plugged in for 30+ minutes 8-10 times. It did look to hold 4 qts. to the top, but would advise using only 2-3 qts., just in case it boiled over. « Show Less
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Jason, I've had a hard time getting it up to the desired smoking temp when it's cool & windy or just cool. I think one of the problems is that they only recommending using 12 or so starter coals. Yesterday I increased this number to 20 or so and that seemed to work better. I'll keep fooling with it and could see using up to half the coals in the chimney starter. And I've found that I need to have the top holes open more than the 5/16 they recommend. I'd say open them all the way up and then throttle them down. I also think it makes a big difference and significantly slows down the process if the meat isn't close to room temp to start. But I'll tell you, the more I use the device the more comfortable I feel with it. I'm having a retirement get together this coming Sat so started preparing for that this weekend. Using a rib rack I smoked 6 full racks of ribs on Sat and 6 more on Sun. I'd never have dreamed that 6 racks of ribs would fit on the Weber but they did. I baby sat the Sat batch pretty closely but once the Sunday batch was up to speed I only looked at about once/hour to stir the coals, add water & wood. We ate one last evening and it was good but will put the rest in the oven for 2 or 3 hours to get them more tender before serving. I hope that this (long) answer is of some help and encouragement. Dave McCartney, Marion, OH dkmcpa@yahoo.com
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Just reset the button to re-heat a 2nd time. But be careful. It gets really toast. ;)
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Take the EVOO and generously cover the bottom of the pan. Then set it on the stove on Medium/medium high heat. Keep it on there until it starts to smoke. I also swirl mine around to get the sides. Let it cool, then dump out excess oil. Wipe the pan out with a dry paper towel or dry washcloth. Let it set over night, then wash by hand with hot water and dish soap.
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Sounds like a problem with the smoker. I smoked a big brisket as my first smoke. I had to cut it in half. Worked PERFECTLY!
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We haven't had the problem. We just make sure we are cooking at a lower temp.I am just happy to have something I can scrub if I burn something.
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I think you might have a defective unit. I really don't do much to clean mine and there is very little smoke unless it's the type of pizza thatyou are cooking. My pizzas are pretty plain gf with not a lot on them. I'm sorry that I can't tell you more. (too much oil maybe?
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This is how I do it I add about 6 smoke chips 3 on each side of the drip pan. I use apple and I add a little beer to the drip pan. Add charcoal close it let me cook. Best of luck Geary
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Same thing here also. I was concerned that mine might be defective. Probably should not say this, BUT, I just had to open it up, very carefully, and check it out. The motor wasn't hot or anything. The motor was an open face, made completely of metal, and was not hot to the touch. Looks like it should last for a while. The smokey residue was from the brushes. I have used it 2 times afterwards, with no apparent problems, and the smoking part is not as much. Works fine for me!!!
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I use propane also. There was a decent coating of soot built up after seasoning the cooker.One run with no oil and one with a good coating of high temperature cooking spray. This is normal for all the grills and smokers I have ever used.