Char-Broil 2984810 Sure Fire Electric Charcoal Starter

by Char-Broil

Product Features

• Sure-Fire Electric Charcoal Starter
• Provides hot coals in minutes
• No lighter fluid taste
• 120 Volts, 500 Watts
• Stainless steel sheath with heat resistant handle

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 1.6 x 5.5 x 18 inches ; 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B0001B50BM
• Item model number: 2984810
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #860 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
  • #95 in Patio, Lawn & Garden > Grills, Smokers & Outdoor Cooking > Grill & Smoker Accessories

Product Description

Amazon.com Product Description

Grill safely and cleanly--without that lighter-fluid taste--using this charcoal starter wand from Char-Broil. Powered by a 120-volt, 500-watt electric heat element, the tool ignites charcoal without matches or lighter fluid. A sturdy plastic handle stays cool to the touch. Housed in a stainless-steel sheath, the tool has been safety-tested by Underwriters Laboratories.

Product Description

Grill safely and cleanly, without that lighter-fluid taste, using the Sure Fire Electric Charcoal Starter wand from Char-Broil. Powered by a 120-volt, 500-watt electric heat element, the tool ignites charcoal without matches or lighter fluid. A sturdy plastic handle stays cool to the touch. Housed in a stainless-steel sheath, the tool has been safety-tested by Underwriters Laboratories.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Indispensable, September 25, 2005

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philo_vance (NY, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Char-Broil 2984810 Sure Fire Electric Charcoal Starter (Lawn & Patio)

There is no easier, more hassle-free way to start a charcoal fire than by using one of these. As long as you have access to an electric outlet somewhere in the vicinity of your grill, you'd be foolish to use any other method.

You place the heating element on the grate, with the plastic handle resting on the barbecue's edge. Cover the element with your briquettes, plug it in, wait 12 minutes, and then remove it. By that time, any charcoals that were in contact with the red-hot element will have started. Mound up the coals, wait a few more minutes, and you're good to go. No smelly, dangerous lighter fluids, no chimneys, no newspapers. What could be more simple?

The electric cord is quite short, so if your outlet isn't close by you'll have to use an extension cord. Just make sure it is a heavy duty one - like the kind used for power tools.

It's quite durable if used correctly. I bought the one I have now 6 or 7 years ago and I use it at least 30 or so times a year. The heating element is beginning to crack now, so it will fail soon, but 200+ uses for this inexpensive item is pretty respectable, I think.

I can't understand why everyone doesn't use one of these. If you like to barbecue in your backyard or on your patio or deck, this is indispensable equipment.

19 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Just don't leave it under the charcoal!!!, June 25, 2004

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Mary Alexander (Lambertville, NJ) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Char-Broil 2984810 Sure Fire Electric Charcoal Starter (Lawn & Patio)

This starter is wonderful. But don't get lazy and leave it under the charcoal, like I did. You need to remove it after the fire starts. The plastic near the cord melts and the thing is ruined. I am ordering another one because I find I don't want to start charcoal without one.

11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars greatest thing since sliced bread, August 6, 2006

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cat lady "mookie" (long Island, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Char-Broil 2984810 Sure Fire Electric Charcoal Starter (Lawn & Patio)

this is the best charcoal starter we have ever used. the last one purchased is still working but is over ten years old and is used regularly every summer. I just purchased a new one as a back-up, but may not need it for a long time. Very reliable and very easy and safe to use.