This Bradley smoker was delivered on August 13th, 2011 & the heating element went out on December 20th, 2011. Had two (2) turkeys ready to go in for approximately 40 people & had to run to Lowe's & get a Masterbuilt Electric Smoker. The Bradley smoker lasted four (4) months and seven (7) days. What a disappointment. Thank God I was able to keep my promise for smoked turkey to about 40 people. Don't buy the Bradley.Tulsa, Oklahoma