I just did round one of testing on the new prototype. Things went ok, I was able to get the cooker up and running. There hot rod is temperature controlled instead of time. This makes the hot rod last longer because it is on less. It also makes sure the cooker will start if it is empty or cold, no priming required! I have debugged some of the start sequence, the next area is the run sequence. I was having a few crashes I need to fix.
The controller is setup as a drop-in replacement for the standard controller. Some eye candy…
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Hi All, Just a quick update to say this project is still alive! I have been struggling with some health issues and full time job issues that have been slowing me down, but I am still working on the project. I have a prototype controller built that has full automated control over the pit and is a drop-in replacement for the current Treager controller. It has control over the web via WiFi.
Current ToDo List:
- integrate a LCD for non-web control and status at the pit
- finish the web interface and controllability via the web
- implement remote firmware updates
- debug alarms for temperature and time
- design v2 of the hardware prototype integrating an LCD and local buttons for control and other changes
- test on my 075 and post results
- manufacture 5 prototypes for field testing
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