Author Topic: Reddish looking fluid on seasoning  (Read 1260 times)

Kailuagirl

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Reddish looking fluid on seasoning
« on: February 20, 2022, 01:01:12 PM »
Started the seasoning an hour ago and just noticed these red looking droplets of fluid on top of smoker. Is this normal and will this also happen during regular smoking ?  Just wanting to know what to expect in the future for what will be normal use and what should be a red flag of me doing something wrong.

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Re: Reddish looking fluid on seasoning
« Reply #1 on: February 20, 2022, 02:02:03 PM »
It is from the smoke; condensation.  Wipe off and enjoy.  Your interior will also develop a nice patina from this also. It is more noticeable in cold weather, not so much when warm or hot outside.
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Re: Reddish looking fluid on seasoning
« Reply #2 on: February 20, 2022, 03:02:38 PM »
If it isn't raining, you could leave the hat off.  Pretty sure you won't see the drops then.
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Re: Reddish looking fluid on seasoning
« Reply #3 on: February 20, 2022, 10:50:48 PM »
I like the hat, but like you, had the same type of smoke residue left behind after using it the first few times. I no longer use that, although I do like the look of it.
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Kailuagirl

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Re: Reddish looking fluid on seasoning
« Reply #4 on: February 20, 2022, 10:51:04 PM »
Thanks. Yep, it wiped right off and when I opened door it looked the same inside.  I did do a quick hamburger smoke right after and when I went to put foil down on the bottom it was very sticky. I was worried foil would get stuck. After my failed attempt at my first smoke Ever 🤪 some of it did stick but came up with putty knife and a wipe down. I used 3oz of wood for 3 Pattie’s and the taste was strong and bitter. Waiting on my wood order to come in and just used some applewood that I’ve had for over a year from the box store. Never again. Although I did go into this knowing that I would have a learning curve.

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Re: Reddish looking fluid on seasoning
« Reply #5 on: February 20, 2022, 10:54:31 PM »
When I was putting it together I just put it on because of course being a women, it was just too stinking cute 😆 but I think I will put it up with my Bella and just bring it out when the weather looks iffy.  While the first smoke was an epic fail I did actually enjoy the fact that my #2 ran great. No belching and beautiful smoke. Wood looked like charcoal at the end. And I perfected the use of the Auber. It ran like a charm. Stayed within 1 to 2 degrees of the 225 target. I did take note that a few times when I didn’t see temp moving I closed out the app then opened it back up to find that it must have frozen because temp was higher. So that’s good to know when I’m dealing with 💰 meat.
Thanks for the help guys
« Last Edit: February 21, 2022, 01:05:31 AM by Kailuagirl »

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Re: Reddish looking fluid on seasoning
« Reply #6 on: February 21, 2022, 12:39:41 AM »
Every smoke is an adventure and learning experience. Enjoy!
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Re: Reddish looking fluid on seasoning
« Reply #7 on: February 21, 2022, 11:51:24 PM »
I have the hat on my 3DW and it gets the condensation droplets especially when it’s cold outside. Since it wipes right off I just leave it on all the time. Welcome to the forum.
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Re: Reddish looking fluid on seasoning
« Reply #8 on: February 22, 2022, 11:05:05 AM »
When I make jerky, I get the same thing.  I just tear a 1 inch round hole in the center of a paper towel and out that under my jerky dryer fan housing.
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Re: Reddish looking fluid on seasoning
« Reply #9 on: February 22, 2022, 08:31:20 PM »
Dave!  I figured out why you need the paper towel!! Your smoker is upside down ;D
David from Arizona
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LEM MaxVac 1088A
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