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    First time smoking Brisket

    Thank you. Most helpful.
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    First time smoking Brisket

    I'm going to do a SMALL Brisket point 2.5 pounds. Should I still expect a stall if so, at what IT should I expect to wrap it. Then what IT will i need to achieve before resting it and for how long. If no stall I'm assuming once I hit finished IT, I still need to wrap and put in cooler but again...
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    Heat swings in my Pit Boss series 3 vertical Electric Smoker

    Thank you that's reassuring.
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    Heat swings in my Pit Boss series 3 vertical Electric Smoker

    Thank you, yes I always keep the water pan full of water. I thought I was supposed to with this model.
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    Heat swings in my Pit Boss series 3 vertical Electric Smoker

    I am noticing heat swings between 25°-35° in my electric smoker as it will shut off and on. Not, from opening and closing door. I would like a more constant temp if possible. I have heard of heat deflectors but not for this model. I was wondering if I kept a pizza stone in while smoking, will it...
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    Pit Boss blue blazing 3 series vertical Electric Smoker

    Good idea to check if prob is clean but I thought that's what the initial burn off is for. Still, will clean it any way. thanks. Also calling PB CS tomorrow.
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    Pit Boss blue blazing 3 series vertical Electric Smoker

    It was 15°c so I don't think that should be an issue. Like I mentioned the smoker is brand new never used I would just like to start off with everything working. Will CALL customer service tomorrow as warranty is not an issue. Indeed duo thermos is the way to go. I ordered an internal and...
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    Pit Boss blue blazing 3 series vertical Electric Smoker

    I suppose that's one idea.
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    Pit Boss blue blazing 3 series vertical Electric Smoker

    I've just tried to do the initial "Burn Off" for my BRAND NEW Pit Boss blue blazing 3 series vertical Electric Smoker. Manual stated a temp of 350° for about 30-40 minutes. After 2 hrs the temperature gauge was still only reading 250°. I have been in touch with Pit Boss customer service and am...
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