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    MES Rewire Simple Guide - No Back Removal Needed!!!

    Success! Did a test run this morning and the temp never varied more than +/- 2 degrees! The electronics have always been a weak point of the MES but now I can smoke with confidence. I am eternally grateful to you and the other members of this forum!
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    MES Rewire Simple Guide - No Back Removal Needed!!!

    The Auber just arrived and before I possibly break it, I do have some questions. 1. Is it alright to program it without the thermocouple plugged in or do you need to plug it in? 2. Based on the step by step instructions for setting the P-I-D, it looks like you have to do this every time you...
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    MES Rewire Simple Guide - No Back Removal Needed!!!

    Thank you sooo much once again, I was devastated when the MES failed, I really do like the smoker and now I'm back in business!
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    MES Rewire Simple Guide - No Back Removal Needed!!!

    Sorry for the confusion guys! When I read "plug and play" my computer mind jumped to the Auber plugging into the MES via the 4 lead connector. I did the rewire on the MES which is a model 20071814, plugged it in, and heated up with no circuit breakers popping. Here is a photo of the wires I...
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    MES Rewire Simple Guide - No Back Removal Needed!!!

    Page 15 of this thread gives me everything I need for the rewire. I am assuming the connector on the Auber will plug right into the MES connector on top? Thank you!
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    MES Rewire Simple Guide - No Back Removal Needed!!!

    The Amazon PID showed up today and I'll return that tomorrow. The Auber should be here tomorrow also. In the meantime I can probably start on the rewire. I have an MES30, along with a Traeger and an Oklahoma Joe barrel smoker. Each has their pros and cons but I can't do without my MES for doing...
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    MES Rewire Simple Guide - No Back Removal Needed!!!

    Thank you for the quick reply Tallbm! I did indeed get one of the cheap PIDs. I'll return it and grab an Auber. I'll post again when that one shows up. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07XNQ538P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1 Thank you again for the help!
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    MES Rewire Simple Guide - No Back Removal Needed!!!

    Awesome article, my MES just fell victim to the runaway heating issue. I have a PID headed my way but not sure how to wire that in the existing wiring. Any help would be greatly appreciated!
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