I can not keep the pellets burning. I hav them going good , then I put them in the MES 40 and they wont stay lit.
What an I doing wrong.
Hey Johnny
If it's the A-MAZE-N-PELLET-SMOKER(
AMNPS) you're having issues with, there are a few tricks to help it work better in a
Masterbuilt Smoker.
Are you trying to "Cold Smoke" or "Hot Smoke"?
Are you using water in the water pan?
Masterbuilt electric smokers, and other electric smokers, have a tough time drafting. The MES has a 3" hole for the chip loader, but most electric smokers only have a drain hole for fresh air.
Some guys make a few minor mods to their smokers and some do nothing, and the
AMNPS works good for them.
Most of the time, it's a simple fix to get you up and running with the rest of us!
1. Follow the lighting instructions, and allow the flame on the pellets to burn for 10 minutes, and blow out the flame.
2. Pull out the chip pan 1 1/2".
3. Remove the Chip Loader for "Cold Smoking", but only pull it out about 2" during "Hot Smoking".
4. Place the
AMNPS on the rails, with the burning side away from the heating element.
5. Some of us Add a 3" Chimney similar to to the one above.
When in doubt, you can always call me at (952)412-0484
Todd