Thermo Works Smoke

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I'm really liking everything I am reading about this therm! I have the 1st Gen igrill and now that I have an android phone it doesn't work very well and it used alot of battery power. I was going to get the new igrill as I plan to go back to an iPhone but the smoke is so much better and the same price so I'm gonna order it!! Yay for new toys. Shhhh don't tell the wife!!
 
I received my new Smoke today, and it's great!  I love my Chef Alarm, but I've wanted (a) two ports, and (b) the ability to monitor it remotely.  I'm going to keep my Chef Alarm, too.  Can't have too many probes!  Besides, I sometimes use both my MES and my weber at the same time.
 
Just ordered my smoke last night... eagerly awaiting... One thing I didn't notice... how long are the leads on the probes ??
 
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Hey everyone! I just purchased my ThermoWorks Smoke and it'll be here Monday. I messaged the company a question but I think you guys on here may be better at providing the best answer.

So on the instructions it states not to "pinch" the wire in between any hot surface. So my question is, how do you route the probes into your smoker without "pinching" of any sort. I know people drill holes into their smoker but not everyone has that option... I'm currently using this: 
The lid for the smoker I have isn't heavy so I don't think closing the lid gently on top of the cables are going to damage them... But, I definitely don't want to void any warranty for the smoker or for the Smoke device.

Thank you everyone!
 
Hey everyone! I just purchased my ThermoWorks Smoke and it'll be here Monday. I messaged the company a question but I think you guys on here may be better at providing the best answer.

So on the instructions it states not to "pinch" the wire in between any hot surface. So my question is, how do you route the probes into your smoker without "pinching" of any sort. I know people drill holes into their smoker but not everyone has that option... I'm currently using this: https://www.amazon.com/Oster-CKSTROSMK18-Smoker-Roaster-16-Quart/dp/B00AZBKTS2

The lid for the smoker I have isn't heavy so I don't think closing the lid gently on top of the cables are going to damage them... But, I definitely don't want to void any warranty for the smoker or for the Smoke device.

Thank you everyone!
The. Probes that come with the Smoke are Thermoworks commercial Pro Series high temp air and food probes. I'm not worried about heat. You never want to pinch the cable regardlessl of temp. I've stuck my instant read Thermowand through a hole in a cockpot lid vent to get a temp reading without lifting the glass lid. I've never used a cable therm in a roaster. Because it's a tiny oven and recovers quick after its been opened. Maybe the lid on yours has a vent to thread it through.
-Kurt
 
Hello Dr. K,

My little smoker/roaster does have a vent on top (3 holes) that I can route through there.

When you state "pinch", what if the lid on my smoker/roaster is extremely light; would it matter then?

I attempted to use a instant digital thermometer (ThermoWorks ThermoPop) yesterday but I still like having a wireless digital leave in thermometer.

I guess I can route it through the top.
 
 
Hey everyone! I just purchased my ThermoWorks Smoke and it'll be here Monday. I messaged the company a question but I think you guys on here may be better at providing the best answer.

So on the instructions it states not to "pinch" the wire in between any hot surface. So my question is, how do you route the probes into your smoker without "pinching" of any sort. I know people drill holes into their smoker but not everyone has that option... I'm currently using this: 
The lid for the smoker I have isn't heavy so I don't think closing the lid gently on top of the cables are going to damage them... But, I definitely don't want to void any warranty for the smoker or for the Smoke device.

Thank you everyone!
I've had the smoke for a few weeks now & I close the lid on my Lang on the wires.

No problem so far!

Al
 
Wife is asking me for Christmas ideas.  Hey why not add to the digital thermometer arsenal.
 
I own other Thermoworks thermometers and so know how robust and reliable they are. I usually smoke with my collection of ET-732/733s but having seen the Smoke on here I was keen to try one. I have now placed one on order but unfortunately they are not shipping in the UK yet. I ordered it from Thermowowks US today and so will have to wait for it to ship :-). Hopefully it will be here for Christmas 
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I own other Thermoworks thermometers and so know how robust and reliable they are. I usually smoke with my collection of ET-732/733s but having seen the Smoke on here I was keen to try one. I have now placed one on order but unfortunately they are not shipping in the UK yet. I ordered it from Thermowowks US today and so will have to wait for it to ship :-). Hopefully it will be here for Christmas 
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Nice choice Wade! I know the Mavs were the choice before as I've read so many good reviews and positive feedback from the community. But I've also heard of the issues on the probes. If you're lucky you'll get one that lasts and never have to replace the probe for years. But I've heard some people have ones that only last a couple smokes. But as I've mentioned before, with any technological device, you're bound to get one that is bad; not every single one is perfect.

Being said though Wade, I've heard really good things about the Smoke. The only ThermoWorks product I own currently is the ThermoPop and I like it. 3~4 second read times and its accurate.

I'll be getting my Smoke on Monday so I'm very excited to try it out!
 
 
I own other Thermoworks thermometers and so know how robust and reliable they are. I usually smoke with my collection of ET-732/733s but having seen the Smoke on here I was keen to try one. I have now placed one on order but unfortunately they are not shipping in the UK yet. I ordered it from Thermowowks US today and so will have to wait for it to ship :-). Hopefully it will be here for Christmas 
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Wade, have them ship it to me and I'll ship it to you.  PM me if interested.
 
WARNING:::: >>>>

So I've been shopping around for a Thermoworks Smoke BBQ unit and found a bunch of their products on Amazon.com under username THERMOWORKS.. 

But Amazon doesn't have the SMOKE model.. so I called the company up and asked if they could list it on Amazon because I have a bunch of unused funds in my account. 

Guess what?   The store "Thermoworks" on amazon is a scam!     They have nothing to do with these people and have been trying unsuccessfully to shut them down. 

So it looks like I'm going to have to wait for a sale or something and order mine right from their website directly.
 
 
WARNING:::: >>>>

So I've been shopping around for a Thermoworks Smoke BBQ unit and found a bunch of their products on Amazon.com under username THERMOWORKS.. 

But Amazon doesn't have the SMOKE model.. so I called the company up and asked if they could list it on Amazon because I have a bunch of unused funds in my account. 

Guess what?   The store "Thermoworks" on amazon is a scam!     They have nothing to do with these people and have been trying unsuccessfully to shut them down. 

So it looks like I'm going to have to wait for a sale or something and order mine right from their website directly.
Hello Murphy625,

You are absolutely correct. ThermoWorks does not distribute to Amazon to sell their products. ALL the ThermoWorks products that you see on Amazon are re-sellers that purchased from ThermoWorks and is reselling them at a way higher price. If you purchase from an unauthorized re-seller, you'll void your warranty with ThermoWorks. Also, the items you find on Amazon that are "ThermoWorks" is also more expensive. So, it would be ideal to buy directly from ThermoWorks. For example, I purchased my ThermoWorks ThermoPop directly from ThermoWorks for $24, on Amazon; its like $60.
 
 
Hey everyone! I just purchased my ThermoWorks Smoke and it'll be here Monday. I messaged the company a question but I think you guys on here may be better at providing the best answer.

So on the instructions it states not to "pinch" the wire in between any hot surface. So my question is, how do you route the probes into your smoker without "pinching" of any sort. I know people drill holes into their smoker but not everyone has that option... I'm currently using this: 
The lid for the smoker I have isn't heavy so I don't think closing the lid gently on top of the cables are going to damage them... But, I definitely don't want to void any warranty for the smoker or for the Smoke device.

Thank you everyone!
Good Choice! Your going to love it! I've done both stringing the probe through vent holes and just placing the cable between the lids. Wrap some tin foil loosely around the cable and place it where the lid meets. My lids have a slight gap so its not a tight pinch and but it can help protect it. I've done this for years with Thermoworks Chef Alarm probes and have yet to need a replacement probe. They are very well made compared to other probes I've had. The probes that came with my Thermoworks Smoke are an upgraded design and actually seem even stronger. With the smoker you linked it shouldnt be an issue to place it in between the lid. The probe cables are rated to 700 degrees and should be OK under a lighter lids like yours. You just don't want to crunch it in between something that could break through the cable. Good Luck! Enjoy your new toy!
 
Thank you for all the information BBQ-Tee! I'm extremely excited. Just started using it tonight and I'm smoking some wings. So far I really enjoy it. So I know you're supposed to clean the probe by just wiping and not submerging into water. But for the cable, if it gets smoke on it can you clean the cable?

Thank you!
 
I use a damp rag and wipe it, never had a problem. Sometime I use just a little detergent on the rage. Just dont submerge or put in the dishwasher, wiping it down with the rag works perfect. That said I've had one drop in the sink of dishes before, dried it off and it still works and is calibrated.
 
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