Problems with smoke escaping Pro Q XL
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Problems with smoke escaping Pro Q XL
It is the 3rd time i am using my Pro Q since i got it a few weeks back and i have noticed that a lot of the smoke seems to be leaking from the point where the 2 stackers meet. It is predominantly at the top stacker and the dome junction and a steady stream of smoke leaks from all the way around as well as the vent at the top.
Is this normal? Is it a matter for concern? I am thinkign the more smoke escaping that way the less is hitting the meat.
Dpes anyone else have this issue? I did notice that the catches to connect the dome to the stacker are pretty lose ... i thought they would tighten up with everything heating up but this is not the case.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Q.
Is this normal? Is it a matter for concern? I am thinkign the more smoke escaping that way the less is hitting the meat.
Dpes anyone else have this issue? I did notice that the catches to connect the dome to the stacker are pretty lose ... i thought they would tighten up with everything heating up but this is not the case.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Thanks,
Q.
Blaq Sun- Sausage Burner
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Re: Problems with smoke escaping Pro Q XL
OK after a long day and constant worry about smoke leakage the meat is done. It turned out quite well i thought
Last edited by Blaq Sun on Sun Sep 11, 2011 3:38 pm; edited 1 time in total (Reason for editing : Moved recipe to recipe section :))
Blaq Sun- Sausage Burner
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Re: Problems with smoke escaping Pro Q XL
Anyone else experience loss of smoke from around the seal between the stacker and the top domed cover? I am still getting this problem and do not know if it is normal.
Thanks,
Q.
Thanks,
Q.
Blaq Sun- Sausage Burner
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Re: Problems with smoke escaping Pro Q XL
Do you have more than one stacker? If so, see if there is also a problem with that one. If you only have the one stacker, it is possible it may be a bit out of round. Either that, or a problem with the lid. You do keep the top vent all the way open, right? Is it possible you are using too much smoking wood?
It is not unusual for some smoke to drift out between stackers or between the stacker and the lid, but it should be a modest amount. As the smoker becomes more seasoned, the amount escaping will decrease.
Just my thoughts, maybe Mac has some other ideas.
It is not unusual for some smoke to drift out between stackers or between the stacker and the lid, but it should be a modest amount. As the smoker becomes more seasoned, the amount escaping will decrease.
Just my thoughts, maybe Mac has some other ideas.
Mike_P_in_Tucson- Charcoal Starter
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Re: Problems with smoke escaping Pro Q XL
I have two stackers and have tried switching them round but it makes no difference. The top vent is always open all the way
As for too much smoking wood ... how much is too much? I fill up the stainless steel box i have with hickory chunks, put the lid back on it and shove it in.
Since it is only my 3rd smoke to date i am hoping through greater use the seasoning will seal it up nicely so that minimal smoke escapes from between the units.
Thanks for the advice
Q.
As for too much smoking wood ... how much is too much? I fill up the stainless steel box i have with hickory chunks, put the lid back on it and shove it in.
Since it is only my 3rd smoke to date i am hoping through greater use the seasoning will seal it up nicely so that minimal smoke escapes from between the units.
Thanks for the advice
Q.
Blaq Sun- Sausage Burner
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Re: Problems with smoke escaping Pro Q XL
When I add smoking wood, I add 2 or 3 at a time. Once the smoke stops, I add a couple more. I just put them right on the lit charcoal. I am not familiar with the stainless steel box you mentioned.
Mike_P_in_Tucson- Charcoal Starter
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Re: Problems with smoke escaping Pro Q XL
This is the stainless steel box ... http://www.macsbbq.co.uk/bbq%20accessories%20shop.html (about half way down the page), i normally fill it with chips or now i am using hunks and it does prodice a lot of smoke but i like strong smokey flavours.
Thanks for the help
Q.
Thanks for the help
Q.
Blaq Sun- Sausage Burner
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Location : Blaq Sun
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Fellow sausage burner.
Hello, I had the same leak problem, spoke with Mac's who said that it's not a problem at all as the units will seal themselves after some time and that gettin the smoke out is just as important as getting it in as "old" smoke will give the bitter creosote flavour.
Duffy71- Sausage Burner
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