Does the vent let the rain in? This will be sitting outside and I need it to keep the BBQ dry. Thanks.
932675
I have had one on my grill that sits out on my deck and haven't noticed any problem the direct sun causes more problem for the cover. The first one lasted two pr three years.
932676
Yes but I use a piece of heavy garbage bag and a Rubberband.. it's a small thing
932677
I haven't had any problems with the BBQ getting wet. We've had a lot of rain and snow since I purchased mine and haven't had a problem.
2015078
It is not intened to be in the rain, however, it was snowing hard the last 2 times when I used it and I put a garbage bag over the top portion only. It was not mentioned in the manual but I felt it would not be a problem as long as I did not block the venting. In short, it was fine and I was not concerned about it causing damage. I would discribe the smoker as water resistant but best not to leave outside for long periods.
2064165
I think what gets most people (and the negative reviews) is the vents in the cover. It does let in water, but considering these grills are bomb proof, I do not think that it hurts them if they get wet. If you go to Home Depot, these grills sit in the rain with no cover and they don't show any problems. Mostly the cover is to keep the debris off as well as keep it out of the sun over the years of ownership. The cover does "feel" like it is constructed well and the price seems justified. Based on Weber's history, I would trust their expertise and not a few negative reviews. I have had the grill and cover for a year and don't have a problem.
945764
I'm not sure I would call it completely water proof, but it does keep the grill dry. If there are windy rain conditions you would have to be sure to secure the ample straps and drawstrings at the base to prevent water from seeping upward. Personally I am satisfied with the water resistance of the cover. It is better than the manufacturers cover in my opinion.
1792117
It goes over your existing vent. It allows you to keep your vents open but doesn't allow the wind to rip them off while traveling or allow rain in while stationary. We highly recommend. Hope this helps.
2207210
I have used this grill in the rain but only once. And I didn't have a problem. Like anything electric you should be care full around water.
1520040
I'm not sure about keeping out rain or how it would do outside. I might do well on both accounts, but it's hard to tell. It does have some metal inside in the open/close mechanism. We use the bucket for kitchen scraps to take to the compost so it is slightly moist inside our bucket and so far there has not been any problem with corrosion of the metal. But don't know what would happen if there's lots of rain moisture. Sorry I can't be of more help since I haven't used the bucket outside. It's such a good price, might be worth a try. It sure is a nice can for indoor use.
375631
It is as water proof as any grill, but for the life of me I don't understand why anyone would try to use it in the rain. The electrical connections are "some what" shielded. Me personally I would not take the chance. But as far as it doing the job, I prefer it over any other one I have had. It goes with me in the motor home and has done an effective job. Even use it at home to the exclusion of the gas grill I have. Small and portable.
2012234
I think it did. If we had put sides up on the canopy, it definitely would have helped the heat vent through the top. The vent also allowed the wind to blow through the roof without uprooting the poles, and without letting the rain in. I think it is a plus in the design.
727065
Yes. it can be set to vent outside. I replaced an older GE unit with this one and it fit right into the venting that existed.
1565991
I leave mine outside, but it's under the cover for the grill. It sometimes gets a little damp, but not super wet. Seems pretty durable but I don't know.
945763
The cover absolutely is fully water proof. Our BBQ was on the deck, covered, all winter in the Denver area. We had snow, hail, rain, etc. and it was dry as a bone. It has two straps to hold it down in the wind but it fits so well we didn't really have to use them.
264484
I believe there is a net which dissipates humidity which gathers under the heavy vinyl covering ( I think that is the reason it is there ) but I keep my bbq under the house overhang and thus it is not subjected to downpours although the cover of does get wet in the rain. It has never given me a problem however with dirt and water inside the covering. It is dusty eventually under the cover as it is outside, but a wipe with a damp rag and windex takes care of that and of course the cover is closed on the grill itself so my cook surface is secure from rain and dirt in any case.
803841
This is a pretty nice grill as if you packing it, it does NOT have the vent on the bottom. Vents are on each side built into handle. If you were to have the briquettes around the outside of circle so you do not have the DIRECT heat it may work.
604288
I think what gets most people (and the negative reviews) is the vents in the cover. It does let in water, but considering these grills are bomb proof, I do not think that it hurts them if they get wet. If you go to Home Depot, these grills sit in the rain with no cover and they don't show any problems. Mostly the cover is to keep the debris off as well as keep it out of the sun over the years of ownership. The cover does "feel" like it is constructed well and the price seems justified. Based on Weber's history, I would trust their expertise and not a few negative reviews. I have had the grill and cover for a year and don't have a problem. I think what gets most people (and the negative reviews) is the vents in the cover. It does let in water, but considering these grills are bomb proof, I do not think that it hurts them if they get wet. If you go to Home Depot, these grills sit in the rain with no cover and they don't show any problems. Mostly the cover is to keep the debris off as well as keep it out of the sun over the years of ownership. The cover does "feel" like it is constructed well and the price seems justified. Based on Weber's history, I would trust their expertise and not a few negative reviews. I have... » Read More I think what gets most people (and the negative reviews) is the vents in the cover. It does let in water, but considering these grills are bomb proof, I do not think that it hurts them if they get wet. If you go to Home Depot, these grills sit in the rain with no cover and they don't show any problems. Mostly the cover is to keep the debris off as well as keep it out of the sun over the years of ownership. The cover does "feel" like it is constructed well and the price seems justified. Based on Weber's history, I would trust their expertise and not a few negative reviews. I have had the grill and cover for a year and don't have a problem. « Show Less
2207212
I live in AZ...not much rain but have this in a shed on a table. I don't think you would want to use it in the rain. The cord is one you plug in (like an electric skillet) and it would be dangerous if it was raining. I love this little grill.
632099
It does have a vent in the lid. And we've used ours about a dozen times and no problems so far.