Editorial Review

Grills may get a lot of outdoor cooking attention, but nothingdelivers a moist, flavorful meat like a smoker. The Char-Broil 4754512electric water smoker can smoke up to 50 pounds of meat or fish at atime, and since you use it outside, you can smoke year round. With a6-quart water pan in the belly and an electric heating coil in thepower base, this smoker heats up quickly but doesn't dry foods out. Thesteam it generates penetrates meats while they're cooking, for bigflavors and tender textures. Fixed rack settings in the smoker's mainchamber support two 15-inch chrome grates with ample room for a turkeyor multiple roasts. The smoker stands on three stout legs cantedoutward for extra stability. In addition, Char-Broil designed this unitto convert to a tabletop grill. Convertability isn't just gadgetry inthis smoker, either. In its grill configuration, the components fitsnugly and securely for efficient cooking and power use. The smokertakes under a half an hour to assemble. Read more

Features

• Great for smoking up to 50 pounds of meat or fish at a time
• 1,650 watts with 3.375 cubic inches of cooking area
• Painted steel body, wooden handles, chrome wire grates, and 6-quart water pan
• Thermostatic controls and 5-foot grounded cord
• Converts to table top grill

Reviews (24)

Great the first two times but after that...
I loved this smoker the first two times I used it but after the third it stopped working as well and by the fifth it didn't work at all.After examining all the parts, I noticed that the thermostat had burned up around the contact points.It was under warranty so they sent me a new thermostat but I was forced to pay the shipping!I used it once and examined the new thermostat and it had already started to burn around one contact point after just one use.I think I'll go back to my charcoal grill.

Great product, but add a metal stem thermometer for best results....
I've used my smoker for 7 years now and I have nothing but great things to say about it. One recomendation is to drill a small hole in the top and insert a metal stem thermometer (about $7) for accurate monitoring of the smoking. You'll get the best results when you can hold the temps at the desired levels. It also comes in handy for checking internal temps of the meat.
Finally Figured it out
Keeping this smoker up to temperature had been a chore until I invested in a heavy duty 25 foot extension cord. I bought a 12 gage15 amp 25 foot chord and I'm now actually using the thermostat to back off the temperature.
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Features

• Cooking area: 2200 cubic inches
• 50-lb. Capacity on two chrome grates
• 6-quart water pan
• 8-quart charcoal capcity

Reviews (21)

Not functional as is.
I purchased this smoker a year ago, to start cooking out some ribs for a family gathering. I had a long time ago the electric version of this cooker, and since getting into charcoal with my grill -- thought that I might as well go Charcoal with the smoker as well (Charcoal + Wood is a heck of a lot of fun for me).
Place an Order & Delivered in 3 Days
I was really impressed on how fast the order was received. The smoker was in excellent condition. The only negative thing I experienced was that this was a 2002 model and on the Char-Broil website, I could no longer select information for the model. But I'm happy with the unit and have been enjoying the smoked meats.

great little smoker
This is my first smoker. I purchased before reading the reviews. I thought I was going to have problems. I assembled it according to directions and started using it. I have had it for 2 months and have used it at least twice a week. It works great. The only thing is if you are doing something large that takes awhile you will have to keep an eye on the charcoal. I did not have to drill any holes or modify it in any way. I expect to have this smoker for a long time.The reason for 4 stars instead of 5 is it could have been packed better. ... Read more

Editorial Review

This versatile grill/smoker in one is ideal for the grill master who likes to cook entire meals--or even every meal--on the grill. The Big Easy works as a gas grill, operating at 36,000 BTU to heat the three stainless-steel VersaFlame burners evenly for perfectly cooked meals. The porcelain-coated cast-iron cooking surface enables you to cook just about anything on this grill. The Big Easy’s grates are perfect for traditionally grilled meats, such as chicken, steaks, or hamburgers. A two-sided removable griddle fixes pancakes and eggs on its smooth side that taste like they’re right from the campground, while the opposite ridged side is ideal for grilling peppers, onions, or other veggies. Additionally, The Big Easy has a cast-iron deep dish that makes great stir-fried or deep-fried foods on the grill. A flush-mounted side burner, operating on 8,000 BTU, heats up baked beans or other side dishes from your cast-iron deep dish without taking up valuable grilling space. After grilling, all cooking surfaces are easy to clean for the next cookout. When you’re ready to prepare smoked foods on your grill, simply fill the SmokerTents that are protecting the burners with wood chips and you’re ready to go. This cooker’s large hood can accommodate a big ham or even a Thanksgiving turkey to feed a crowd so there are no limitations to what you can smoke. The Big Easy has a condiment basket for holding all your extras, and an additional weather-resistant side shelf for holding plates of food or grilling tools. The Big Easy sets up in just minutes and comes with its own gas tank, which is easy to replace with the grill’s unique Tilt Tank feature. Char-Broil provides a lifetime warranty on The Big Easy’s cast-aluminum top and bottom, a five-year warranty on the burner system, and a one-year warranty on all other parts. Read more

Features

• No tools required for assembly in minutes
• Patented smoker tents mean it cooks as grill and a smoker
• 36,000 BTU cooking system with 3 stainless burners insures even grilling
• Front condiment basket and bonus sideshelf
• Includes cast iron deep dish for making side dishes and an 8,000 BTU SureFire sideburner