Cookshack

[Stormrider 17]

I have an older Cookshack SM150, Serial # AK-5226, MFG. date of 4-27-2010 that I can’t use when the temperatures outside drop below 32 degrees. Called Cookshack and they it wasn’t uncommon but they had no fix for it or schematics to troubleshoot. Has anyone else had this issue and what did you find other then upgrading to a IQ5 which I’m not willing to spend that kind of money on something that should be easily repaired. Thanks

Stormrider 17

 

[02ebz06]

Howdy and welcome to the group.
Don't have a CookShack, but maybe picking up a welding blanket from Harbor Freight to drape over it may help.

 

[normanaj]

What @02ebz06 said. On those truly cold days I wrap my MES in HF welders blanket,though I haven't had to do that the past two Winters.

 

[Stormrider 17]

I have an older Cookshack SM150, Serial # AK-5226, MFG. date of 4-27-2010 that I can’t use when the temperatures outside drop below 32 degrees. Called Cookshack and they it wasn’t uncommon but they had no fix for it or schematics to troubleshoot. Has anyone else had this issue and what did you find other then upgrading to a IQ5 which I’m not willing to spend that kind of money on something that should be easily repaired. Thanks

Stormrider 17

I should have stated that it won’t allow me to adjust temperature or time on the controller and it may not even turn on. Cookshack suggested taking a blow dryer and warm up the circuit board.

 

[Fueling Around]

Welcome
I remember this discussion in a thread some time ago. Some fault in the controller if I remember correctly.

BTW, Cookshack are fully insulated.

 

[02ebz06]

Maybe you need a new controller.

Or pick up something like this to keep it warm --> Battery Heater

 

[Fueling Around]

Found the thread. Actually just under 2 months ago.

Cookshack SM150 2003…issues using in cold weather?

Just picked up a SM150. Turned it on and the heat light came on and no control screen. Non responsive other than the power switch. 54 degrees… it then proceeded to give a readout on the display “overheating” and beeping. After several tries it finally started working normally. I called...

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[North Pole]

Electronics that won't operate below 32 ABOVE zero? Worthless. I have two Cookshack units, both are 24 years old and have no digital equipment at all. Both have lived outside in Alaska for most of their lives. They still work just fine. I've been thinking of buying a SM066 but am concerned about the robustness of the controller and how much of a PITA it would be to convert it to a very simple analog system. Or go through the fun of rebuilding it with at least automotive spec, if not Mil spec electronics.