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First things to do after purchasing a new egg.

WannabeEgghead
WannabeEgghead Posts: 6
edited November -0001 in EggHead Forum
Besides start it up and cook, what are some things a first time egg owner should do to make sure the egg is working properly?

I read a thread a couple of days ago about a bad seal and was curious to know what to look for or do before firing up the egg for a first time?

I am planning on purchasing one either this weekend or next and would like to obtain as much info as possible before getting it. I can't wait though. :whistle:

TIA
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  • Eggtucky
    Eggtucky Posts: 2,746
    congrats Wannabe...you're gonna love cooking on the egg!..search the forum and I think you'll find a library of stuff and recommendations for early cooking on a new egg...many folks recommend not doing a high temp cook early on but to do several lower temp (below 400) cooks..both to get familiar with your egg and how it works and to also let the dome gasket break in before subjecting it to searing temperatures....congrats again and welcome to the community!
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  • DrZaius
    DrZaius Posts: 1,481
    I know the first thing that I did was dance around crazy-like and then started calling friends and blasting them with pictures from my phone. heh B)
    This is the greatest signature EVAR!
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  • WessB
    WessB Posts: 6,937
    Your purchase should include a DVD, it is packed full of good stuff for new egg owners...It's very informative and instructional and it will answer MANY of your questions...Welcome by the way...
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  • Desert Oasis Woman
    Desert Oasis Woman Posts: 5,604
    DVD #1 answer
    Read the manual and learn the parts/lingo #2
    B)
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  • WannabeEgghead
    WannabeEgghead Posts: 6
    Read the manual and learn the parts/lingo #2

    So, saying egghead is not enough? :lol:

    Alright, thanks everyone. I will def watch the video first and read the manual.

    After that I am sure I will get to play here and there. I will do some slow cooks to start off, or at least hope, cause I am sure I am going to have to learn how to adjust the heat. I hope I dont burn or melt something though.
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  • Tenn Smoker
    Tenn Smoker Posts: 123
    Welcome Wannabe,

    The DVD is real nice, I have not learned all the lingo yet butt I'm trying. Had mine for 2 weeks and I love it.
    Happy eggin
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  • rsmdale
    rsmdale Posts: 2,472
    Try a rib cook and see how much your neighbors reallylike you.Good luck and Good eats
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