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[PNBarber]

I posted the following on the Smokin-it forum but thought I would do the same here.

I have a opportunity to buy a SmokinTex commercial analog smoker with two heating elements and I would like to convert it to digital/Wi-Fi with the addition of a Smokin-it digital - Wi-Fi controller. I've looked at the available electrical information from Smokin-it but can't find anything about the SmokinTex electrical setup.

I don't think this would be too difficult but would like input from others before jumping in. Any thoughts or suggestions would be appreciated.

Thanks in advance.

Perry Barber
Smokers owned;
Masterbuilt electric (sold)
Landmark propane (sold)
Camp Chef propane (still use)
Camp Chef 4-burner flat-top (still use)
Assassin 28 gravity charcoal (still use)
Poinciana, Florida

 

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Not enough experience with electric units past my Big Chief.
Can you convert to an Auber PID ? Not sure if they have a Wi-Fi connect unit.

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[normanaj]

This comes from the Smokin-It forums on how to bypass the analog controller and add an Auber PID. It's my understanding the Smokin-Tex wiring is identical.I'll make the assumption that you've already seen it but I'll post a link just in case you missed it.

How to Bypass the Analog Controller

These instructions are for bypassing the stock controller, but does not include a switch. This bypass uses blade connections on a short "splicing bridge" wire, so it can be easily reversed, should you choose to do so. Wear latex or nitrile gloves - the insulation is very itchy! This procedure...

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