Seasoning the MES 30?

[kevin james]

I FINALLY got a MES 30 that arived safe and sound. Got it assembled and I'm going to season it now.

I see the manual says just set it to 275 for 3 hours and load it with a cup of chips for the last 45 minutes. I have seen some people mention something about spraing it down with PAM cooking spray. Should I spray it down before I start? I also don't see any mention anywhere of wether the vent should be open or closed?

 Also wondering should I put my AMNPS in to season it at the same time?

Any help is appreciated. Very anxious to get to smokin!

 

[deltadude]

Yo kevin, again welcome to SMF and congrats on your new MES.

Here are some tips for new MES owners.

Spray Pam before starting the seasoning.  Vent open.

Enjoy your new MES (Making Excellent Q Simple).

 

[scarbelly]

This is a great time in you smoking life - the above link is very informative and will help you get of to the right start. One of the keys to MES success is the AMNPS