Just bought my MASTER BULT 30 ELECTRIC SMOKER

vespadad

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• May 28, 2013

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Hi All

I just purchased my master built 30 electric smoker. I am excited to start using it. One question I have is how many times during the smoking process should I add wood chips? The manual says I can only add one cup at a time.....How long will one cup of chips last at say 275 degrees? Please let me know your thoughts. What should I do for my first time? I have never smoked anything before......I am a rookie.

 

s2k9k

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• May 28, 2013

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:welcome1: to SMF!!! We're happy you found us! You've come to the right place, we have over 45,000 members who just love to share their experience and over 900,000 posts describing it!

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You might want to check out Jeff's Free 5 day E-Course, it will teach you all the basics plus a whole lot more!

 

kathrynn

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to SMF!  We are so glad you joined us! Would you mind updating your profile to show the other SMF members where you are located?  You might be surprised to find a few new neighbors!

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Bearcarver

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• May 28, 2013

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VespaDad said:

Hi All

I just purchased my master built 30 electric smoker. I am excited to start using it. One question I have is how many times during the smoking process should I add wood chips? The manual says I can only add one cup at a time.....How long will one cup of chips last at say 275 degrees? Please let me know your thoughts. What should I do for my first time? I have never smoked anything before......I am a rookie.

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Welcome Dad !!

The answer to your question is "Too many times"!!

You will probably see that if you follow the instructions, and put a cup of chips in, you will have too much smoke for awhile----Then nice smoke for awhile----Then after about 45 minutes, No smoke. This is when you need to put more in.

You can eliminate this problem, by getting a 6" X 8" AMNPS. Fill it, light it properly, and put it in, and get up to 11 hours of perfect smoke, without touching it !!!

Bear

 

seenred

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• May 28, 2013

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Welcome to the forums!  Glad you've joined us.  You've found a great place to learn and share ideas on our favorite pastime...grilling and smoking great food!  There are lots of friendly and knowledgeable people here who really enjoy helping one another.  Just ask when you need help and you'll get plenty!

Red

 

sm0kin

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• May 28, 2013

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+1 on the AMNPS it works like a champ!

 

markyque

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• May 28, 2013

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 What should I do for my first time? I have never smoked anything before

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Welcome and I would start with ribs or a pork butt as they are both very forgiving.

 

mossymo

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• May 28, 2013

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Glad you joined us VespaDad, :welcome1: from North Dakota!
I agree with the suggestion of the 6" X 8" AMNPS for using with a Masterbuilt electric; it just provides a steady quality smoke and even if you light both ends should only need to be refilled every 4 hours or so if you require more hours of smoke.

 

oldschoolbbq

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• May 28, 2013

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Very good, now send off for an AMNPS from Todd Johnson , a great little accessory .

Have fun and send Q-view. . .