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Title: Temperature Swings
Post by: skioutwest on June 06, 2013, 10:49:07 PM

Just got my model #3 yesterday and went through the seasoning procedure.

I used a maverick just to check the temps at the various settings just to calibrate the dial.  Now I know temp swings are normal, even large swings, but thought mine were a bit excessive.  Just wanted the forum's opinion if I should touch base with Steve regarding it.  Below are my unscientific measurements, with an empty box, ambient temp in the 70s:

Setting     Low     High
MAX     260     325
250     248     315
225     220     298
200     190     265

I had the dial set dead center at each setting....don't these temps seem high?  Also, I am seeing up to a 78deg swing.

Could this just be because the unit was empty?  I had the probe two racks above the smoke box.

Also, not that this is a big deal, but I noticed the unit is made in China?  Were they always?  Thought I read somewhere that they were made in USA....build quality is great regardless.

Thanks in advance!

-Mark

Title: Re: Temperature Swings
Post by: BHamel on June 06, 2013, 11:23:12 PM

They will have swings like this if the smoker is empty. 

Title: Re: Temperature Swings
Post by: skioutwest on June 11, 2013, 09:58:49 PM

Thanks, BHamel.  You were right, I did some ribs and the swings were about 30-40 deg....closer to what I expected.

-Mark

Title: Re: Temperature Swings
Post by: old sarge on June 11, 2013, 10:13:53 PM

Someone over on another smoking site in his/her enthusiasm did state (incorrectly) the country of origin. Probably assumed USA due to the fit, finish and overall quality.