Can this be used in a smoker?
1621385
I agree with the other posters - it's all about the temperature you are exposing it to. As long as it stays under the rated temp (392), you're good to go. Going over that temp will ruin the thermometer (I know, I've done it not once, but TWICE). If you want a high-heat thermometer, check out thermoworks.com, but they are very expensive :(
1621386
It's doable. However, there are things called "smoker thermometers" that are a much better, safer bet to ensure better smoked foods. I'd go with one of those if I had the choice.
1621387
The problem to be avoided is melting the sensor cord, which is teflon-coated. If any part of your smoker is more than, say, 500 degrees, and the cord touches it, your sensor is smoked. (No part of a conventional oven ever gets much hotter than the temp setting, except of course for the burners/heating coils.)
1621388
I am sorry, but I don't know. I really use it to make the syrup for the macaroons and works perfectly well.
1621389
I don't think this would be useful in a smoker because the alarm only sounds when the temperature rises above the setpoint. Also I don't think the probe's cable can handle high temperatures. There are other models that are designed for smokers that will allow you to set a range, and the alarm will sound if the temp goes above or below the range. I'm looking for one to use in my smoker and found 1:Maverick Wireless BBQ Thermometer Set - Maverick ET73Maverick M Remote Smoker Thermometer [ET-73] - WhiteI have not purchased that one yet so I have no direct experience with it, but there are over 300 reviews. I don't think this would be useful in a smoker because the alarm only sounds when the temperature rises above the setpoint. Also I don't think the probe's cable can handle high temperatures. There are other models that are designed for smokers that will allow you to set a range, and the alarm will sound if the temp goes above or below the range. I'm looking for one to use in my smoker and found 1:Maverick Wireless BBQ Thermometer Set - Maverick ET73Maverick M Remote Smoker Thermometer [ET-73] - WhiteI... » Read More I don't think this would be useful in a smoker because the alarm only sounds when the temperature rises above the setpoint. Also I don't think the probe's cable can handle high temperatures. There are other models that are designed for smokers that will allow you to set a range, and the alarm will sound if the temp goes above or below the range. I'm looking for one to use in my smoker and found 1:Maverick Wireless BBQ Thermometer Set - Maverick ET73Maverick M Remote Smoker Thermometer [ET-73] - WhiteI have not purchased that one yet so I have no direct experience with it, but there are over 300 reviews. « Show Less
1621390
If you are sure that the probe/wire will not go above 392°F in your smoker, then certainly!
1621391
If you are sure that the probe/wire will not go above 392F in your smoker, then certainly!
1621392
I didn't use it for smoker - but I can tell you, if I had to do it over again, I'd shell out the $50-$60 for better quality. It couldn't handle 212 for 90 minutes for more than two uses. Just my experience though. You might have better luck than me.
2072279
Yes. But you will need a heat source, unless you are using it as a cold smoker.
1572137
It sure can. Wouldn't have it over the flame though. You could cold smoke in cardboard box with this smoker.
1314869
You can definitely use the A-maze-n smoker in a gas grill. You just have to be careful not to place the smoker directly over the heat source. It has to smolder and not catch on fire.
1708027
Manufacturer claimed you can but I never tried. In my case it never worked as the pressure smoker. Lid never sealed proper.
2013496
You can, but at some point you would have to open the smoker and remove both the grates and the drip pan to add additional smoking chips to the platform that sits on the heating element and then put everything back. You might think that you could just pile on a lot of chips on the platform if you want to smoke longer, but the advice I read (mostly on the Amazon reviews but also at the Old Smokey site, as I recall) says that you don't want to overfill the chips or you'll get a funny taste.
731897
Yes, it can be used in the oven but you would not want to do smoking in th oven or it would fill your house with smoke. I cook with it without smoking and it roasts food real well, I just put a little water in the bottom.
1422670
Depends on the size of your container and the temp of where you are using it. I'm gonna say that in general the answer to your question will be a definite "no". But if you are using a real small smoker and it's warm outside, it's possible. This is designed to be a cold smoker, though...not for heat.
339647
I have used it as a smoker. You have to be careful and keep an eye on the temp gauge.
1019937
Absolutely! The manufacturer's instructions indicate that this can be used over any heating source and I have tested this myself with great results. I've used this on the stove top, in the oven, and even on the grill outside. All work great - I have been incredibly happy with my smoker!
831533
I honestly don't know, my smoker is for a gas range. I use it on top of my stove and it works great. Smokes the food really well; and no smoke spills out into the house. Just the wonderful smell of food cooking. I am sorry I could not be of more help.
1700291
I don't think so since the smoker has 3 sections that fit together nicely. I have the 22 1/2 inch smoker which I believe most any lady could handle. These smokers also come in 18 1/2 and I believe 16 1/2. Keep in mind how much food you might be smoking at any one time as that will guide you on the appropriate size to buy.
1019934
To smoke food the idea is to burn the wood on the bottom of the smoker, therefore direct heat applied to the bottom of the smoker would best do this. Of course if not smoking you can use the smoker as a roasting pan in the oven.
1761617
Absolutely not to be used indoors. Not only a very smokey process, but use indoors is dangerous.
1226644
Yes, just make sure its a 3 prong grounded plug type and a heavy cord.This is a great Smoker...Ken
1142248
The Smoker is constructed of ferromagnetic material, so will work on in induction cooker. It is somewhat thin, however, so heating may be somewhat erratic if the induction unit does not have good cycling control.
795103
No. The grill functions only as a grill powered by either gas or charcoal. I don't know anything about accessories or making it into a smoker.