I got the same smoker for free, it was very neglected!! Major thick, built up gunk inside. I ordered the 3 pack of MM and was floored at how good it worked!! Thanks so much!!!
Wow… after watching several different videos on how to clean a smoker, I ran right out and bought the Sam’s Club cleaner. Today it cost $8.99 for th three bottles. Definitely worth the cost. Can’t wait to begin using it tomorrow! Thanks for the video!
Hi Beard I bought the cleaner through Amazon and it it as you said. So much so that it took some of the paint off inside my smoker the same as you have. I went to lowes and bought high heat black spray paint to fix it. Anyway thanks for your videos as always they are helpful..
@@cup_and_cone believe me respraying it with fire proof paint is worth it. I don't have to deal with the problems with rust and will last a lot longer than leaving it bare and using an oil coating. After all if you recoat with the right paint your only replacing what was already there before..
Well it is a year later now and I recleaned my smoker. The high temp spray paint bubbled up and I applied the same cleaner that beard recommended most of the paint came off. This time I just let it be I've smoke more fish since then. I've had to change my mind on the spray paint.
Do you clean the cooking grates with the same stuff? I have to do mine, I did a pulled pork this past weekend and it got a little messy inside of my Masterbuilt Pro. Your videos are the best!!!
Just came across your video, and I passed on this degreaser and grabbed a bottle of Jungle Jake, I think I should have grabbed this instead. The Jungle Jake did an okay job, but I had to work on it quite a bit. I may have to pick up some of this the next time I go to town.
Thank you beard!!! I was on the fence on this but after your video I’m going to buy some. I just have to wait unlit it stops raining over here. Thanks again
Is your a electric smoker? I just received a used one that needs some serious cleaning I was thinking about using oven cleaner on it but I can’t see if there are any wires in it
My thinking is that it's meant to get wet on the inside because that's what happens when you some something. Moister is all over the inside during the smoke. As long as you let it dry out before you turn it on again, you should be fine.
@@TheSmokingBeard thank you so much mine cleaned up real nice I’ve got it heating up to dry it out real good, can’t wait to use it, it was pretty gross
Thanks. They say your not supposed to use chemicals, but I figure if you rinse it good it will be fine. I'm going to use grease lightning and a pressure washer
@@TheSmokingBeard Give me elbow grease over those chemicals any day. Water and electrical appliances don't mix. Would you turn a hose loose on your oven? If it worked after, you just got lucky... this time.
I've got an electric smoker and am curious how the water might effect the wiring. Could someone enlighten me? Thanks. Just a little nervous spraying water all over it.
As long as you let it dry out before turning it back on, you should be fine. At least that's been my experience. If you think about out when you smoke something and put a water pan, the entire inside is filled with moisture throughout the cook.
I wouldn't spray with too much water pressure around the heating element or the top part where the wires are. I would also just let it dry out completely before turning it on.
Does it leave any type of bad taste after use in the food? I scrubbed my smoker down today with brillo pads to clean it. Even after rinsing and letting it heat up for and hour afterwards to make sure it was ok to use, I ruined the brisket. It tasted like a brillo pad.
@@jonnyfortinhey I saw this video about putting a tea bag into old cookie sheets then adding hot water, and it worked great! I wonder if it would work on my smoker?
I like the product I used in the video. If you go through the video, you see that it is very effective. Check out the link on the description so you can help my channel since I'm an affiliate with them.
@@scottjones4888i just used easy off on my propane smoker tonight. It worked well, not st immediately as the product he used, but well enough that I was done cleaning the smoker in 15 minutes. Easy off, a Dollar Tree scrubber, and warm water did the trick.
What about using the decades old " oven off", or another product specifically used for cleaning ovens - that my mother used on our kitchen oven, before self cleaning ovens were invented? And you forgot to tell the viewers to clean the smoker in an area that the greasy runoff won't make your driveway look like you just allowed your vehicle's old engine oil to drain on the pavement. Another question: How to clean the top heat vent of a smoker. My adjustable heat vent is VERY sticky, and I can barely move it. It's all gunked up with the same creosote and tar that is inside the smoker, as you've shown us to remove. Thanks for making a very helpful video.
I've cleaned mine like this multiple times with no issues. Keep in mind that the smoker is built with the intention of having moister around it when smoking meats. I wouldn't aim the water directly towards the element when cleaning it out. I would also advise for you to completely let it dry out before turning it back on. A day is usually enough time, but could be more if you're in a colder climate.
I'm not sure on that one. I know that it is meant for cooking surfaces, so it would be "safer" than using regular degreaser. I know that when I do it, it doesn't damage my grass. Maybe you can water that area afterwards do it can dilute it as much as possible so your pets won't get harmed.
Its not safe for anybody. Don't use this crap on your smoker. The chemicals will leech into your food for quite awhile. 275 degrees isn't hot enough burn the residue from the surface to render it harmless.
How often do you clean it. I smoke every weekend usually. I am looking into an electric. Using charcoal vertical and getting tired of babysitting my smokes. Old grumpy man Lol
About 2 times a year. Once in the fall and once in the spring since I live in an area that allows me to smoke year round. If not, once a year is fine. Before you go full electric, have you considered a gravity fed smoker with a Thermoworks fire management system? Check out my other videos. I almost exclusively use that system. It has been one of my smartest purchases so far.
Amazing product. Just be aware that is not supposed to be used on certain surfaces. Not for use on residential ovens, stoves, etc., Not for use on painted surfaces.
Yes, commercial grade is all stainless and has no coatings... that's why they use strong cleaners. All the homeowner grade smokers have paint inside them to keep the mild steel from rusting.
Yes and no. Since this is an electric smoker, you may want to clean it once every year or two. All that buildup could end up shortening the life of your exposed parts.
I purchased this cleaner but was hesitant to use it. I was concerned about damaging the heating element. Should I be concerned, if so , is there a way to protect the heating element from possible damage when cleaning. Thanks for your comments.
It should be fine, but you can wrap a plastic bag around it if you think that will help. I've done it multiple times without covering up the heating element
Not that I have experienced. When you think about it, juices drop down and surround the element during a cook. I would let it completely dry out before turning it on after cleaning it the way you saw in the video.
Nah... it gives it character. You should see mine. It was knocked over by hurricane winds and dented big time. The door fell off and I reattached it with wood door hinges. It's still working!
Why not spray it down with easy off oven and BBQ cleaner, then wait 15 min and wipe it down with A wet Scott towel? that's the way I clean mine! No water from garden hose, Masterbuilt doesn't recommend that..
You don’t really need to clean the inside it’s going to Unseasoned the smoker Heat it up to the highest level for 1hr for a self clean. I would never spray that Inside my smoker. That’s just me though
I got the same smoker for free, it was very neglected!! Major thick, built up gunk inside. I ordered the 3 pack of MM and was floored at how good it worked!! Thanks so much!!!
Thanks
Wow… after watching several different videos on how to clean a smoker, I ran right out and bought the Sam’s Club cleaner. Today it cost $8.99 for th three bottles. Definitely worth the cost. Can’t wait to begin using it tomorrow! Thanks for the video!
Make sure to use gloves... if not it will do a number on your hands!
Walmart sells Citrusafe grill cleaner that does not require gloves to use and it does a great job.
Thanks for the tip!
Awesome cleaner from dollar tree works really well and it's cheaper I cleaned my smoker tonight just like him with it worked like a charm
Nice
I appreciate it, Homie! I'm doing mine this weekend!
Good luck!
Thanks for the video. I cleaned my smoker today using this
It's crazy good... right?
Hi Beard
I bought the cleaner through Amazon and it it as you said. So much so that it took some of the paint off inside my smoker the same as you have.
I went to lowes and bought high heat black spray paint to fix it.
Anyway thanks for your videos as always they are helpful..
Hope you used gloves... 😆
@@TheSmokingBeard yes I did.
I would have left it bare metal and just kept it from rusting with an oil. The less chemicals inside the better.
@@cup_and_cone believe me respraying it with fire proof paint is worth it. I don't have to deal with the problems with rust and will last a lot longer than leaving it bare and using an oil coating. After all if you recoat with the right paint your only replacing what was already there before..
Well it is a year later now and I recleaned my smoker. The high temp spray paint bubbled up and I applied the same cleaner that beard recommended most of the paint came off. This time I just let it be I've smoke more fish since then.
I've had to change my mind on the spray paint.
I just ordered me some. This beats scrubbing. Thank you!!!
Just make sure you wear gloves
Do you clean the cooking grates with the same stuff? I have to do mine, I did a pulled pork this past weekend and it got a little messy inside of my Masterbuilt Pro.
Your videos are the best!!!
Thanks... yes I clean the grates as well... I would just do a 2-4 hour smoke with nothing in it to season it again.
@@TheSmokingBeard That's what I'll do, I have plenty of wood chunks and chips...thank you!!!
Just came across your video, and I passed on this degreaser and grabbed a bottle of Jungle Jake, I think I should have grabbed this instead. The Jungle Jake did an okay job, but I had to work on it quite a bit. I may have to pick up some of this the next time I go to town.
It really gets the job done
Thanks for making this. I’m going to get some of that oven cleaner.
Hope you like it!
Be sure to rinse really good and probably season grates good a couple times before using it again. Good video brother !
Thanks
@@TheSmokingBeard I’m late to the game but I was thinking of doing the same thing. After seeing you do it successfully now I’m definitely going to.
Nice
Thank you beard!!! I was on the fence on this but after your video I’m going to buy some. I just have to wait unlit it stops raining over here. Thanks again
No problem... Just wear gloves... lol
Looks good, but I'm not sure if the oven cleaner may damage the smoker's foam isolation, or rubber gaskets
I've used it multiple times with no issues.
@@TheSmokingBeard how does it react with rust
@@aykoro I always season it again after it dries out. This has worked for me in preventing any type of rust build-up
@@TheSmokingBeardhow did you season it
@kellyhenderson3672 Yes... after I let it dry out, I ran about 4 hours worth of chips to re-season it.
I use awsome orange on my smoker and It works great
Good to know!
Great video going to sams club tomorrow to get some cleaner
Just don't forget to use gloves
Great video buying cleaner now thank you
Cool.
Is your a electric smoker? I just received a used one that needs some serious cleaning I was thinking about using oven cleaner on it but I can’t see if there are any wires in it
My thinking is that it's meant to get wet on the inside because that's what happens when you some something. Moister is all over the inside during the smoke. As long as you let it dry out before you turn it on again, you should be fine.
@@TheSmokingBeard thank you so much mine cleaned up real nice I’ve got it heating up to dry it out real good, can’t wait to use it, it was pretty gross
Yeah that cleaner cuts right through. Good stuff
Yep
Thanks. They say your not supposed to use chemicals, but I figure if you rinse it good it will be fine. I'm going to use grease lightning and a pressure washer
Careful with the pressure washer. It might damage the electrical
Do you remove the heat probe when cleaning this way?
No
Nice video. I have the propane version of that smoker. I may try that degreaser on my kitchen stove/oven.
Man... once you try it, you won't use anything else.
Beard,
Master built suggest using Apple cider vinegar and water 50/50. Any of your thoughts on that?
You can, but be ready to add extra elbow grease. This method is less labor intensive.
@@TheSmokingBeard Give me elbow grease over those chemicals any day. Water and electrical appliances don't mix. Would you turn a hose loose on your oven? If it worked after, you just got lucky... this time.
Ok
Will this help with rust? For some reason the inside rusted since my last use in august of last year.
No... thus will only clean. It does nothing to help with rust.
How oferten do you clean a smoker? Every smoking? Every month?
Once every year
Did u take the heating elements out? In the instructions it says dont get wet.
I dont... but then again I dont spray water directly on the element
Can it clean a shower glass???
Never tried... but not a bad idea
Does that do anything to the electrical components? Because I need to clean my Bradley but I am worried about the elements
I've never had any issues when I clean it. I do let it completely dry before I turn it on again.
Oven cleanser works just as good ?
Not sure.
I've got an electric smoker and am curious how the water might effect the wiring. Could someone enlighten me? Thanks. Just a little nervous spraying water all over it.
As long as you let it dry out before turning it back on, you should be fine. At least that's been my experience. If you think about out when you smoke something and put a water pan, the entire inside is filled with moisture throughout the cook.
Thank you foe this video
You're welcome
Hi beard, one concern… is this going to effect my burner? My burner is open right in the bottom middle of my smoke. Is the water going to hurt that?
I wouldn't spray with too much water pressure around the heating element or the top part where the wires are. I would also just let it dry out completely before turning it on.
Hi again Beard.
Do you reheat and re-season the smoker after each cleaning to remove the chemical smell before going back to smoking meat.?
Yes. I 1st let it completely dry then a 1 hour smoke to re-season should be enough.
Does it leave any type of bad taste after use in the food? I scrubbed my smoker down today with brillo pads to clean it. Even after rinsing and letting it heat up for and hour afterwards to make sure it was ok to use, I ruined the brisket. It tasted like a brillo pad.
You should let it run for about 4 hours with just wood before using it again
Thanks
@@jonnyfortinhey I saw this video about putting a tea bag into old cookie sheets then adding hot water, and it worked great!
I wonder if it would work on my smoker?
Great video
Thanks!
Will this cleaner kill the grass or plants nearby?
Yes... I found out the hard way... 😂
Less grass to cut. Might make a great weed killer!
@@TheSmokingBeard
would easy off do this for propane smoker
Probably... but I haven't tried it yet.
@@TheSmokingBeard what would you suggest
I like the product I used in the video. If you go through the video, you see that it is very effective. Check out the link on the description so you can help my channel since I'm an affiliate with them.
@@scottjones4888i just used easy off on my propane smoker tonight. It worked well, not st immediately as the product he used, but well enough that I was done cleaning the smoker in 15 minutes. Easy off, a Dollar Tree scrubber, and warm water did the trick.
Nice video and looks like that stuff does great! Try using a razor blade Scraper on the glass between cleanups.
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What about using the decades old " oven off", or another product specifically used for cleaning ovens - that my mother used on our kitchen oven, before self cleaning ovens were invented? And you forgot to tell the viewers to clean the smoker in an area that the greasy runoff won't make your driveway look like you just allowed your vehicle's old engine oil to drain on the pavement. Another question: How to clean the top heat vent of a smoker. My adjustable heat vent is VERY sticky, and I can barely move it. It's all gunked up with the same creosote and tar that is inside the smoker, as you've shown us to remove. Thanks for making a very helpful video.
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from Sams Club? any idea if Costco has a similar product?
No... it's Member's Mark
What about the heat element? It won’t hurt it ?
I've cleaned mine like this multiple times with no issues. Keep in mind that the smoker is built with the intention of having moister around it when smoking meats. I wouldn't aim the water directly towards the element when cleaning it out. I would also advise for you to completely let it dry out before turning it back on. A day is usually enough time, but could be more if you're in a colder climate.
Where can i find that product?
Here is a link to Amazon.com
a.co/d/7AYG7mF
How do you Protect the electrical heating coils ? Good video!
I dont. I just try not to spray water directly on it. I do wait until the smoker is completely dry before turning it on again.
@@TheSmokingBeard Thanks Much. just couldn't see the coils, thought you removed them first. Screws etc. too much lol
Is the product safe to use if you have pets? I am afraid of letting my dog out that he may drink the water.
I'm not sure on that one. I know that it is meant for cooking surfaces, so it would be "safer" than using regular degreaser. I know that when I do it, it doesn't damage my grass. Maybe you can water that area afterwards do it can dilute it as much as possible so your pets won't get harmed.
Its not safe for anybody. Don't use this crap on your smoker. The chemicals will leech into your food for quite awhile. 275 degrees isn't hot enough burn the residue from the surface to render it harmless.
Ok
NICE! is that an electric smoker?
Yes. A Masterbuilt Electric Smoker
How often do you clean it. I smoke every weekend usually. I am looking into an electric. Using charcoal vertical and getting tired of babysitting my smokes. Old grumpy man
Lol
About 2 times a year. Once in the fall and once in the spring since I live in an area that allows me to smoke year round. If not, once a year is fine. Before you go full electric, have you considered a gravity fed smoker with a Thermoworks fire management system? Check out my other videos. I almost exclusively use that system. It has been one of my smartest purchases so far.
@@TheSmokingBeard I'll check them out. Thank you
Amazing product. Just be aware that is not supposed to be used on certain surfaces. Not for use on residential ovens, stoves, etc., Not for use on painted surfaces.
I should have read your comment before trying it on mine. It did take the paint off.
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Yes, commercial grade is all stainless and has no coatings... that's why they use strong cleaners. All the homeowner grade smokers have paint inside them to keep the mild steel from rusting.
Thanks for sharing and didn't take you to long. What's the name again of the oven cleaner?
Member's Mark Degreaser. Click on the link on my description and it will take you directly to the product on Amazon. Thanks for watching.
When I got my heating element wet, it caused my smoker to not work. I had to replace the heating element.
Did you wait until it dried up before turning it on?
easy off oven and grill cleaner do just great in one use
Great tip!
I’m new to smoking meat. I thought the build up added more flavor to smoking and shouldn’t be taken off???
Yes and no. Since this is an electric smoker, you may want to clean it once every year or two. All that buildup could end up shortening the life of your exposed parts.
I purchased this cleaner but was hesitant to use it. I was concerned about damaging the heating element. Should I be concerned, if so , is there a way to protect the heating element from possible damage when cleaning. Thanks for your comments.
It should be fine, but you can wrap a plastic bag around it if you think that will help. I've done it multiple times without covering up the heating element
I thought you couldn't use water inside the cooker
As long as you let it dry out before turning it on, you should be fine
There's no problem with getting the heating element wet
Not that I have experienced. When you think about it, juices drop down and surround the element during a cook. I would let it completely dry out before turning it on after cleaning it the way you saw in the video.
Yeah dude, this stuff took the paint off my smoker which probably just ruined it. :( .
Nah... it gives it character. You should see mine. It was knocked over by hurricane winds and dented big time. The door fell off and I reattached it with wood door hinges. It's still working!
NO food contamination once you use this powerful chemical?
No. You have to season it after you clean it.
what about the electric rods ,they don't get affected by water
No. Just don't directly spray water on them. The key is to let it completely dry before turning it on.
Why not spray it down with easy off oven and BBQ cleaner, then wait 15 min and wipe it down with A wet Scott towel? that's the way I clean mine! No water from garden hose, Masterbuilt doesn't recommend that..
Whatever works for you
Oh Wow! a water hose in an Electric Smoker..... Hummmmm, IDK about that......😲
You do know that moisture builds up inside the Smoker during a smoke session... right?
I bought some of this cleaner and I can say it works unbelievably well but use with caution it is very strong and dangerous wear protective gear.
Yep... it happened to me the 1st time, now I respect the product and wear gloves.
You don’t really need to clean the inside it’s going to Unseasoned the smoker Heat it up to the highest level for 1hr for a self clean. I would never spray that Inside my smoker. That’s just me though
Thanks
you are cleaning the good taste off from your smoker never wash you smoker only the grills.
Thanks for the view
Now you want to make it easier... get yourself one of those gallon pump sprayers from lawn and garden. Empty those bottles into that and spray away
Mind blown! 🤯 Thanks!
@@TheSmokingBeard you helped me! Only fitting I pay it forward.
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This is the first video I’ve seen that someone is using chemicals . 😫
You do know it's designed for it... It clearly states on the bottle "Oven, Grill, and Fryer Cleaner"
Does want one els see a lady when he waters it?
I think this is a joke
Dude! Don't freak me out! Time stamp please... I gotta see for myself...
I'm praying the ending is Hilary's face. I'm still watching it
Dude! Clean your window with soap and water after each use while still warm. That spray stuff kills the cured door and seals 🦭
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It’s basically easy off oven cleaner as long by as he washes off with water right after he uses it, it will be ok
@@hairdebi yep