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Smokin-It Smokers => Model 2 & 2D - The Middle Kid => Topic started by: MontyS on March 17, 2018, 08:43:02 AM

Title: Extension cord
Post by: MontyS on March 17, 2018, 08:43:02 AM

Has anyone operated the Model 2 with an extension cord if so what gauge?

Thanks

Title: Re: Extension cord
Post by: old sarge on March 17, 2018, 10:35:11 AM

I used a 12 gauge with my old Cookshack because that is what I had laying around.  Worked well; no problems. Haven't needed one with the 3D because the cord is longer.  And welcome to the forum.

Title: Re: Extension cord
Post by: SuperDave on March 17, 2018, 10:41:44 AM

I use a 15' - 14ga. for my model 4.  It has never been an issue.  FWIW, the Auber cord is also 14ga. 

Title: Re: Extension cord
Post by: JustChillin on March 17, 2018, 10:53:44 AM

I have used a 6ft 14 gauge on my #2 without any problems.

Title: Re: Extension cord
Post by: DivotMaker on March 20, 2018, 05:40:48 PM

Hi Monty, and welcome to Club Lazy Q! 8)

I use a 12 gauge, 3 wire cord, but length of your cord will determine the size.  Anything over 50' should be 12/3, in my opinion.  I've ran my 2D and 3D successfully with 100' 12/3.