Smoker powers on but will not heat; temperature stays near ambient even after 30 minutes.

Safety first: Unplug the smoker and allow it to cool before touching the element or wiring.

• Visual check: Inspect the heating element inside the cabinet for breaks, heavy rust, or sagging. Replace if physically damaged.
• Check wiring: From the rear panel, verify that both element terminals have firmly attached wires with no signs of overheating.
• Test element: Disconnect one wire and measure resistance across the element. Compare to the specification; an open reading means the element must be replaced.
• Test high-limit thermostat: Locate the high-limit thermostat in series with the element and test for continuity. Replace if open and not resettable.
• Control relay: If all components test good, the control board may not be sending power to the element and will need diagnosis or replacement.