Broken thermometer

jrich · December 2015

Hi Folks,
I recently moved and the shipping company cracked the thermometer on my egg. Does this affect the function of the thermometer in any way and does it need to be replaced or is it mostly aesthetic?
thanks!

SteveWPBFL · December 2015

I'd be thrilled they cracked the gauge and not the Egg!

jrich · December 2015

This is very true!

YukonRon · December 2015

New gauges are inexpensive compared to, say, a dome? I agree, I would sacrifice many gauges vs a crack in the BGE. Hope all else went we'll with the move.

Carolina Q · December 2015

One of mine has no glass at all. Dropped it on the patio. Still works fine.

tgs2401 · December 2015

Check it's accuracy in boiling water. Should show 212 degrees, if not there is an adjustment nut on the back.

Jeepster47 · December 2015

If it's going to get rain on it, then you'll have to turn the thermometer so the point of the crack (275*) is downward. Otherwise it'll collect water and cause problems. Micahel's no glass thermometer is probably a better deal from that standpoint.

If you're going to replace it then consider at this one: http://smokeware.com/collections/grill-accessories/products/black-smokeware-temperature-gauge I've been using one of their older models for a year and love it ... no fogging, easy to see from inside the house, reasonably inexpensive, and stays accurate.