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I had the same issue with my MES40. Turned out to be the overheat sensor went bad and would cut the power to the element. Rewired to by pass it and all works ok now.
tsapp,
Have you decided what direction you will take for the no heat issue? Per your signature, looks like you have a couple other smokers to take care of your brisket.