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Masterbuilt.com you just put in the model number SEDTFV. Hope this helps.

You can purchase a new heating element part # 990050051 either from Masterbuilt or from Factory Appliance Parts http://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/gasgrillparts/brands/masterbuilt/
If they are still available. All of Masterbuilt's electric smokers have been plagued with electrical problems.. It's either the element or the electronic controller on the top of the smoker, that constantly fail.

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What is your model number?

Hi kdmadden1...

Prepare the smoker for barbecuing by bringing the temperature up to 200°F to 220°F
(95°C to 105°C).
Put the steaks in the smoker and cook for about 2 hour for Medium Well to Well Done.
Check your steak at 1.5 hours to see how it is doing...maybe almost rare to medium rare...
During the last 15 minutes of cooking before the meat is done, you will brush the meat with some of marinade,bbq sauce,etc if you want.
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I have one that is 3 yrs old and just had the same problem. After reading other posts this is what I did. I removed the wood chip holder. This is accomplished by removing two phillips head screws from the holder on the right where it attaches to the inside wall. Then the are to small bolts that have to be removed where it attaches to the frame in the center. Now you should all of the heating element. Remove the two outer screws where it attaches to the back wall. Don't take out the center one, it attaches the ground wire on the other side. Tip the heating element up and gently pull it out, it won't come far and you should be able to see if one of the wires has burned through. The wire had burned off the right hand portion of the element in mine. To repair it you need to access it from the back. Take out the screws that hold the time/temp control on top. Drill out all the rivets from the back outside panel, remove the bottom screws from the drip pan holder, and pull the panel off. Towards the bottom you will see the back side of a small metal box that covers the heating element connections. Pull that box out. Get some blue or red rtv sealant from your local auto parts store Clean the area around where the element mounts on the inside, put some sealant on the mounting plate and remount it. This serves to make it water tight to help prevent corrosion inthe future. I chose the leave the connection cover off the backside. If you do that as well you might need to use small bolts to remount the element since the screws screw into that box. In order to remoun the element wire you will need a yellow male spade clip available at the auto parts store, home depot, etc. Strip about 3/8 in of the insulation of the burned wire, place it in the center of the spade clip and crimp the yellow part. Slide the clip onto the element end. Reattach the time/temp control, plug in the smoker and turn it on to see if it heats. You can lightly and quickly touch the element inside the smoker to check for heat, carefully of course so you don't get burned. Assuming it works, unplug everything, return to the back and use rtv sealant to completely cover the connections to the element. Wait for it to set up and recoat a 2nd time. Plug everything back in and do a 2 or 3 hour test run. If that goes well, apply rtv sealant to the back of the smoker and use #10 1/2in sheet metal screws to reattach the back. Good luck!

Since the - - -holes @ Masterbuilt told me they don't sell them, and after extensive seraches on the net, I found a company that is making me one for $37.50 plus shipping. (As of August 31, 2011)
Contact: [email protected] and tell him you want to order a heating element identical to one he is making for Lelys. (The mountting plate may be a little different, but all you'll have to do is drill new holes in the new mounting plate.

Good luck!

http://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/search/part/297644/

You are not the first Masterbuilt Electric Smoker owner to have this problem. The Model 20070106 has been plagued with electrical problems from day one. Maybe, that's why it only has a 90 day warranty?

As far as parts are concerned, you can call Masterbuilt (800-489-1581), first to see if they can help you. More than likely, you will need to replace the electronic control panel on the top of the smoker and maybe the electric element, too.

Another place to try is www.factoryapplianceparts.com.

Here is a link to the Owner's Manual for your Masterbulit Smoker. The parts list is on page 12.
Prices for parts vary depending on who you buy them form. Contact Masterbuilt @ 1.800.489.1581.
Also try Factory Appliance Parts http://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/gasgrillparts/brands/masterbuilt/20070407.html As they stock most of the parts for your model.

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Assuming the smoker is heating up correctly to at least 225 - 250 Degrees F and you have loaded the wood chip holder with soaked wood chips, I can't think of any reason smoke is not being produced. Unless, you soaked the wood chips to long. 30 minutes is generally all that is necessary. The chips should start smoking before you place meat, fish or chicken in the smoker.

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Unfortunately, your model was discontinued some time ago and parts are really hard to find. You can try Masterbuilt first 1.800.489.1581. I have checked several of my sources for gill parts and none have the the two parts (cooking grate & burner) that you're looking for. They listed them as "No longer available."

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Hi sally mako...
Make sure your breaker is strong enough to handle the ampreage draw of the smoker element.
Try a different receptical with a known larger breaker...
If still kicks the breaker, then remove the electric plug from the receptical and check all connections on the element and controls to make sure they are not corroded or broken and shorting out.
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Either the heating element or the controller on top of the smoker has failed. This is a chronic problem with Masterbuilt electric smokers. That's probably the reason it on has a 90 day warranty.

You can purchase the part(s) from Masterbuilt or from Factory Appliance Parts
http://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/search/partinfo.php?partsID=491507&modelsID=135884&typeName=gas%20grill

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According to Masterbuilt, you should use water all the time. It pan should be filled the the lines indicated on the pan, prior to turning the smoker ON.

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I soak wood chips then put em in the pan above the burner on very low flame: If you need further help, reach me via phone at https://www.6ya.com/expert/dan_73bbd84fe1d95b61

Hi dan480volts...
Maybe this will help you
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To use your Brinkman Smoker or Other Smokers
1... Marinate or place a rub on the meat you will be smoking, and let it sit for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
2...Cover your wood chips with water(and if you wish you can add some Jim Beam Whisky or other flavorfull liquids in a bowl with the water, 1 inch above the wood chips and use a flat peice of metal (pie pan,etc.)to weigh the wood chips down underwater.
You will do the wood chips at least 24 hrs before you plan to start smoking this gives the wood time to soak in the flavorfull liquids.
3...Start a fire in the smoker having the fire below the meat, but do not put the meat on yet, wait till the flames die down first.
Once they are coated with gray ash, you can place the meat on the racks and add your soaked chips to the smoker.
I would place an aluminum drip pan under the center portion of the cooking area on your smoker, to catch the juices from the meat if you are not using a water pan in that position.
4...Place the meat in the smoker on the grilling surface, and place the wood chips over the charcoal and hardwood in the main grilling area Close the lid and do not open it unless you must add wood chips during the cooking process.
5...Continue adding wood chips to the tray as needed during the time you are cooking.
If you have a Brinkmann or other smoker with one chamber for placing the wood chips and the meat, add wood chips only once per hour.
6...Apply your sauce to the meat one hour before the meat should be done.
Test your meat with a thermometer for for an internal tempreture of 160 degrees for medium and 170-180 degrees for medium well to well
Note: Apply the sauce quickly to avoid loosing the heat in your smoker if you leave it open too long it will allow the heat and smoke to escape, increasing the cooking time.
Close the lid if it needs to continue cooking till you reach the right internal tempreture
7...Test your meat with a meat thermometer after a few hours of cooking time.
Make sure your meat is at least 160 degrees internal tempreture for medium and more than 170 degrees for medium to well.
Close the lid and maintain your heat if it needs to continue cooking.
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Hi stpat3017...
Go to the following webpage and order the parts you need for your smoker.
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http://www.appliancefactoryparts.com/gasgrillparts/brands/masterbuilt/20070106.html

Hi todd649...

To use your Brinkman Smoker or Other Smokers
1... Marinate or place a rub on the meat you will be smoking, and let it sit for a few hours or overnight in the refrigerator.
2...Cover your wood chips with water(and if you wish you can add some Jim Beam Whisky or other flavorfull liquids in a bowl with the water, 1 inch above the wood chips and use a flat peice of metal (pie pan,etc.)to weigh the wood chips down underwater.
You will do the wood chips at least 24 hrs before you plan to start smoking this gives the wood time to soak in the flavorfull liquids.
3...Start a fire in the smoker having the fire below the meat, use hardwood or charcoal,
Once they are coated with gray ash, you can place the meat on the racks.
I would place an aluminum drip pan under the center portion of the cooking area on your smoker, to catch the juices from the meat.
4...Place the meat in the smoker on the grilling surface, and place the wood chips over the charcoal and hardwood in the main grilling area Close the lid and do not open it unless you must add wood chips during the cooking process.
5...Continue adding wood chips to the tray as needed during the time you are cooking.
If you have a Brinkmann or other smoker with one chamber for placing the wood chips and the meat, add wood chips only once per hour.
6...Apply your sauce to the meat one hour before the meat should be done.
Test your meat with a thermometer for for an internal tempreture of 160 degrees for medium and 170-180 degrees for medium well to well
Note: Apply the sauce quickly to avoid loosing the heat in your smoker if you leave it open too long it will allow the heat and smoke to escape, increasing the cooking time.
Close the lid if it needs to continue cooking till you reach the right internal tempreture
7...Test your meat with a meat thermometer after a few hours of cooking time.
Make sure your meat is at least 160 degrees internal tempreture for medium and more than 170 degrees for medium to well.
Close the lid and maintain your heat if it needs to continue cooking.
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Hi and welcome to FixYa, I am Kelly

Most likely the heater has failed.
The manual for the 20070106 is on this page:
http://www.masterbuilt.com/manuals.aspx

The element kit is PN: 9907090033 (Est. $45.00)

My thoughts are the element has shorted out. Before ordering read out the element with an ohm meter. Read each terminal to ground with the at least one wire disconnected. Then read the element end to end. You should read resistance end to end but NOT end to chassis.

That is just for the element. You said it did not come back on after resetting the CB. If the display is blank the control panel has failed: Contact Masterbuilt at 1.800.489.1581 (<-Only source)
MASTERBUILT Customer Service at 1-800-489-1581.
Control panel PN: 990050048 Digital Control Panel Kit

Something has caused the control panel to fail... if there is a chassis short some where in the unit you can have a brand new control panel fail. Inspect the wiring and components for signs of damage BEFORE replacing the control panel. Repair any wire damage found. Thee are only 2 components that use electricity; the control panel and the heater. Finding a wiring problem should be simple.

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Hi hickoxt4076...
Check your electric heating element with an Volt ohm meter and make sure you are getting continuity thru it...if not then replace the element because it is faulty.
Be sure to remove the wires from the unit before checking with the Volt ohm meter
Also be sure to check and make sure you have electricity going to the heating element.
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