FINALLY!!! Thank you for this video. A professional, articulate presentation that didn't try to be cute or include a lot of extraneous information. I will check back with your channel all the time. Thanks again.......
This video made life easy for me today. Used it on my new Pit Boss Vertical smoker Today. Worked just like you said it would. Then I smoked some wings and hot links in it with a tube smoker. Excellent flavor. Thank you.
Just got a Pit Boss just like yours for my Birthday and found your page! Doing the burn off right now, thank you for the vid! Checked out your rib recipe and can't wait to try that. Subscribed to your page and looking forward to more stuff!
Awesome bro. Have had mine for just over a year. Have used the shit out of it and have never had an issue. Happy smoking my friend. And let me know what you rock out 1st.
Great video. Thank you. Hey I just got the pit boss pro series like yours and I can't figure out how to connect it to the internet? It does connect correct?
Hey Gaven..I am looking to get a new pellet smoker..I am currently using a Green Mountain Grill Daniel Boone but want something bigger..I am considering the GMG Jim Bowie but also looking at Traeger..Do you have any suggestions
If you are looking to go bigger look at the vertical smokers. I love my Pro 4. Have done 7 pork shoulders in it. The 1600 is a beast as well, as that is not a vertical but barrel smoker...
Do you leave the safety grid in the hopper? I take mine out as it makes it easier to level the pellets when they want to cavitate. Also easier to get all the pellets out when changing pellet flavors.
That happened to my brother's PS4v. We took off the grate and hit it with a shop vac. Sorry for the late response. Happy smoking and let me know if you ever have any other questions or issues. Thank you for the comment
If your auger will not turn you may have to takenit back. Did you by chance look in the hopper amd make sure nothing was in the bottom??? My 850 took about 4 to 5 minutes to drop pellets, my vertical less than a min, but if the auger is not functioning there is another issue. Call pitboss. 480-923-9630
When i smoke anything on my PS 4, i run it at 190-200 and get awesome smoke flavor and a great smoke ring. Remember you will never get that woop ass smoke you get from a stick burner. But I love both my 850, and Pro 4
I did all the steps correctly and about 30 min into the burnoff process, I got an error for the igniter. I retried 3 more times and the igniter is not lighting. Very disappointed. The only thing they (pit boss CS) could do was send me a new igniter but who knows when it will arrive. I'm very disappointed because up until that everything else seemed to be running smoothly. I also purchased mine at Lowe's.
I am sorry to hear that. The good news is when they have sent me parts they usually get here pretty fast. Plus they tend to send a bottle of seasonings.
Ya man, some times this happens. Its burning off all shit from the factory. Both my Pro series 4, and 850 did this. Please feel free to hit me up with any questions or issues you come across. Happy smoking my friend
We bought this from lowes, used twice and my man is concerned about the smoke leaking from door seal. It does it a lot at the beginning but seems to go away. This is his 2nd smoker so he's not new, but new to pellet & Pit Boss. He says it's holding temp which is good obviously, so maybe it's not a concern?
Mine also smoked a bit from the door. Just took it off and adjusted the latches a bit. As for the smoke, it will push out a very light blue smoke. I use a smoke tube for more smoke. Love those
No, but i would definitely make sure there is nothing making contact with the fan, leaf, plastic from your shipping box, etc.... but if you are uncomfortable with it, call Pitboss and tell them your just bought it, they will send you a new one. 480-923-9630. Feel free to hit me up if I can help in any way. I did replace both my fan and auger motor on mine.
No bro, the 2021 model went up in 25° increments, the 2022 they updated it and goes up by 10° now. Before you had to purchase the updated control for it to do this.
@@gavensgoodeatsbbq4162 So you're saying you can start at 220, then 230, 240, 250, 260 all the way up? The one I got must have been the 2021 model as it would not do that> I gave it to my granddaughter. Now, if PB would make a controller for my Copperheads 3 & 5 I'd be in hog heaven. Thank you.
@@gavensgoodeatsbbq4162 I Like my PB"s. The only things that I had a problem wit besides the controller were the four fixed shelf levels. On the Copperheads & Sportsman's series 3, 5, and 7 you can adjust grate levels two inches apart. On my series 3 I found jerky racks the exact same size as the grates. I have it set up for six racks. The other problem I had on the pro was the ash pot. The concept is great but, I could never get it to fit right to use that little twist screw. I'll give you a little cleaning tip. Go to Lowes and get some Awesome. It's a cleaner liquid. When cleaning your door spray a generous amount on the entire door. Just make sure you have plenty of Bounty, or some brand. No scraping, brushing or elbow grease. If you do get and try it let me know what you think. I really appreciate the info.
@@gavensgoodeatsbbq4162 I went to your site and saw your tips video where said you might get the Brunswick. I think you made a better choice. I had a Loraedo and sold it. Personally I think the cabinet gives a better smoke flavor than the pellet grill. I also feel there is a big difference in pellet brands. I've used Pit Boss, Cusinart, Traeger. Never had a problem. Now I use Lumberjack. I do not use blends like competition, BBQ etc. I use straight wood, pecan, hickory, mesquite cherry. I'm trying some Lumberjack CharHickory. Ehh. They're ok. I really like my pecan and mesquite.
Yes. My PS 850 takes 15 to 20 min even longer depending on what temp i ran it at... i was curious about this as well untill i played with it a few times.
If you are talking about the burn off and priming that is a no. This is just to get your smoker ready for use and to burn off all the elements from the factory.
FINALLY!!! Thank you for this video. A professional, articulate presentation that didn't try to be cute or include a lot of extraneous information. I will check back with your channel all the time. Thanks again.......
This video made life easy for me today. Used it on my new Pit Boss Vertical smoker Today. Worked just like you said it would. Then I smoked some wings and hot links in it with a tube smoker. Excellent flavor. Thank you.
This was a great intro to this smoker I can't wait to see it in action!!!
Thanks brother. Brisket may be my next venture
Very informative, Gavin! Cannot wait for the pork shoulder and rib video 🔥🔥🔥🔥
Thank you so much I just bought 1. I want to learn how to smoke proteins. I'm glad I came across this video.
Ys bud. Hit me up if you have any questions or issues..
Just got a Pit Boss just like yours for my Birthday and found your page! Doing the burn off right now, thank you for the vid! Checked out your rib recipe and can't wait to try that. Subscribed to your page and looking forward to more stuff!
Thanks bro. Feel free to hit me up with any questions you may come across.
Kick ass tutorial!!! Wife getting me one for Christmas!! Can't wait!!!
Thank you!!!
Bro i absolutely love it. I did just have to replace the fan motor, and auger motor but i have cooked the hell out of it. Happy smoking my friend
@@gavensgoodeatsbbq4162
Merry Christmas to you and your family
You as well my friend.
Very helpful, used this today!
Great video. Thank you
Great video.
Just picked one up. Running a burn in tomorrow. Appreciate the info.
Awesome bro. Have had mine for just over a year. Have used the shit out of it and have never had an issue. Happy smoking my friend. And let me know what you rock out 1st.
@@gavensgoodeatsbbq4162 Nice. My Pit Boss barrel died from sprinkler rust and a dead fan. Gonna take better care of this one. 😄
picked one up today. very helpful. do i need to put water in the pan for the initial burn off?
Great sharing my friend
Loved your vid Gaven. I’m ready to do the burn off but how much pellets should I put in there
If you plan on cooking soon just fill your hopper. I keep my pellets in my hopper. Happy smoking.
On the burn off do you put anything like oil etc. on the inside?
How much smome should be expected in the burn off phase?
Great video. Thank you. Hey I just got the pit boss pro series like yours and I can't figure out how to connect it to the internet? It does connect correct?
No it goes through wifi.... i have not had good luck with the app with my PS vertical or my Pro series 850.. i use a secondary temp probe.
Yummy!!! 💯
NEVER let Lowes assemble them either!!!!
Yes, I have heard horror stories about Lowes assembly...
Hey Gaven..I am looking to get a new pellet smoker..I am currently using a Green Mountain Grill Daniel Boone but want something bigger..I am considering the GMG Jim Bowie but also looking at Traeger..Do you have any suggestions
If you are looking to go bigger look at the vertical smokers. I love my Pro 4. Have done 7 pork shoulders in it. The 1600 is a beast as well, as that is not a vertical but barrel smoker...
Do you leave the safety grid in the hopper? I take mine out as it makes it easier to level the pellets when they want to cavitate. Also easier to get all the pellets out when changing pellet flavors.
I only left mine in because it is has about to do with the structural integrity of your hopper.
@@gavensgoodeatsbbq4162 The gal I talked to at Pit Boss when I ordered the new controller for my Pro 4 V 2 said she always takes the grid out.
What’s the best way to get plastic and styrofoam out of the hopper after assembly the smoker?
That happened to my brother's PS4v. We took off the grate and hit it with a shop vac. Sorry for the late response. Happy smoking and let me know if you ever have any other questions or issues. Thank you for the comment
Just getting one of these. We can’t get the auger to turn. I saw/heard where you said it can take 6-7 minutes so we will try that. Any advice??
If your auger will not turn you may have to takenit back. Did you by chance look in the hopper amd make sure nothing was in the bottom??? My 850 took about 4 to 5 minutes to drop pellets, my vertical less than a min, but if the auger is not functioning there is another issue. Call pitboss. 480-923-9630
Great video. I’m picking one up soon. Is it still performing well? Any negative feedback ?
I love it
does the vertical give more smoke flavor than a horizontal pellet? little dissatisfied with my camp chef flavor
When i smoke anything on my PS 4, i run it at 190-200 and get awesome smoke flavor and a great smoke ring. Remember you will never get that woop ass smoke you get from a stick burner. But I love both my 850, and Pro 4
Using ours for the first time. When we cut it on to do the burn off the auger isn’t turning. Fan is running and igniter gets hot. Any ideas?
Does it turn when you hold the prime button???
I did all the steps correctly and about 30 min into the burnoff process, I got an error for the igniter. I retried 3 more times and the igniter is not lighting. Very disappointed. The only thing they (pit boss CS) could do was send me a new igniter but who knows when it will arrive. I'm very disappointed because up until that everything else seemed to be running smoothly. I also purchased mine at Lowe's.
I am sorry to hear that. The good news is when they have sent me parts they usually get here pretty fast. Plus they tend to send a bottle of seasonings.
Looking to buy one but do you think I can fit three 15 pound spatchcock turkeys in it
Not 100% sure on that one. But if you do end up buying and doing that please let me know. Happy smoking my friend
should i see small embers when doing the initial burn off??
Ya man, some times this happens. Its burning off all shit from the factory. Both my Pro series 4, and 850 did this. Please feel free to hit me up with any questions or issues you come across. Happy smoking my friend
Hey mate just about to do a first burn off. Do I leave the water tray empty for the first burn off ?
No fill it up,
I always keep mine full. I love my vertical.. happy smoking bro
We bought this from lowes, used twice and my man is concerned about the smoke leaking from door seal. It does it a lot at the beginning but seems to go away. This is his 2nd smoker so he's not new, but new to pellet & Pit Boss. He says it's holding temp which is good obviously, so maybe it's not a concern?
Mine also smoked a bit from the door. Just took it off and adjusted the latches a bit. As for the smoke, it will push out a very light blue smoke. I use a smoke tube for more smoke. Love those
Do we put water in the tray for the burn off?
Yes, always keep a water pan full. I use a LG aluminum pan for long cooks... happy smoking my friend
Do you put water in the water pan for burn off?
Yes i always keep water in the unit when ever it is running..
I just got mine doing the burn off and the fan gets loud and then it’s quiet what would be the problem
No, but i would definitely make sure nothing is making contact with your fan, leaf, plastic from your original box, etc.....
No, but i would definitely make sure there is nothing making contact with the fan, leaf, plastic from your shipping box, etc.... but if you are uncomfortable with it, call Pitboss and tell them your just bought it, they will send you a new one. 480-923-9630. Feel free to hit me up if I can help in any way. I did replace both my fan and auger motor on mine.
Thank you ya I took it back on Saturday and I did the smoke out and did my first ribs ever on a smoker came out great
Awesome alex. We love ribs. Spare ribs over baby backs for sure, but ribs are a house favorite
Are you saying that controller now adjust in 10 degree increments from smoke to high?
No bro, the 2021 model went up in 25° increments, the 2022 they updated it and goes up by 10° now. Before you had to purchase the updated control for it to do this.
I almost went with the Brunswick because of this but did not.
@@gavensgoodeatsbbq4162 So you're saying you can start at 220, then 230, 240, 250, 260 all the way up? The one I got must have been the 2021 model as it would not do that> I gave it to my granddaughter. Now, if PB would make a controller for my Copperheads 3 & 5 I'd be in hog heaven. Thank you.
@@gavensgoodeatsbbq4162 I Like my PB"s. The only things that I had a problem wit besides the controller were the four fixed shelf levels. On the Copperheads & Sportsman's series 3, 5, and 7 you can adjust grate levels two inches apart. On my series 3 I found jerky racks the exact same size as the grates. I have it set up for six racks. The other problem I had on the pro was the ash pot. The concept is great but, I could never get it to fit right to use that little twist screw. I'll give you a little cleaning tip. Go to Lowes and get some Awesome. It's a cleaner liquid. When cleaning your door spray a generous amount on the entire door. Just make sure you have plenty of Bounty, or some brand. No scraping, brushing or elbow grease. If you do get and try it let me know what you think. I really appreciate the info.
@@gavensgoodeatsbbq4162 I went to your site and saw your tips video where said you might get the Brunswick. I think you made a better choice. I had a Loraedo and sold it. Personally I think the cabinet gives a better smoke flavor than the pellet grill. I also feel there is a big difference in pellet brands. I've used Pit Boss, Cusinart, Traeger. Never had a problem. Now I use Lumberjack. I do not use blends like competition, BBQ etc. I use straight wood, pecan, hickory, mesquite cherry. I'm trying some Lumberjack CharHickory. Ehh. They're ok. I really like my pecan and mesquite.
Is it normal for the fan to stay on so long when shutting down??
Yes. My PS 850 takes 15 to 20 min even longer depending on what temp i ran it at... i was curious about this as well untill i played with it a few times.
@@gavensgoodeatsbbq4162 thank you!
@@jweg4051 absolutely. The PS 4 vertical i run also varies in time for the fan to stop as well.
Is this needed for every use ?
??? The start up procedure???
If you are talking about the burn off and priming that is a no. This is just to get your smoker ready for use and to burn off all the elements from the factory.
I am very disappointed in this smoker.
What issues are you having with it???
Hey brother, feel free to shoot me a text if you have any questions or issues. Would love to help out any way i could.
727-271-4726