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    DIY Generic temperature controller for electric smoker

    I was hoping that the extra pins were add ons. This unit actually is 110 or 220. I just dropped that thermocouple in my cart I appreciate the information and link. tallbm, that schematic is the same on the side of mine also. I think I have a handle on the wiring now...I hope. lol I will post...
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    DIY Generic temperature controller for electric smoker

    I am in the process of wiring this Inkbird 106VH unit. I am using 110 power. I understand how to wire from power to the unit and to the probe. After all is said and done there are still 4 pins on the back of the controller with nothing connected. #1, #5, #11 and #12 Any idea why these are not...
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    DIY Generic temperature controller for electric smoker

    You explained it perfectly, thanks again.
  4. BigJim1

    DIY Generic temperature controller for electric smoker

    Thank you for your time to explain this to me, I appreciate it.
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    DIY Generic temperature controller for electric smoker

    Thanks a ton T, I really appreciate your help on this.
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    DIY Generic temperature controller for electric smoker

    Question, is your 40 amp breaker used as a breaker or just an on and off switch? One more question, the thermocouple in the 106VH kit, does it have to have anything else added to the end or does it just thread through the smoker body and that is all that is needed. I have ordered this unit for...
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    Chattanooga Tennessee

    Thanks fellows, I appreciate it a lot.
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    Chattanooga Tennessee

    Thanks for all the welcomes. Kagke, I converted an old Smokey Mt charcoal to an electric. I insulated it so I could use it all year. I do have a problem with it though, I used a kitchen oven control on it and it takes forever to adjust the temps. I can move it ever so slightly and it will jump...
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    Chattanooga Tennessee

    Thanks for the welcome, I appreciate it.
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    Chattanooga Tennessee

    I have been smoking for a few years but I am always open to new or better ways to smoke.
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