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Char-Griller® Charcoal Grill Chimney Starter with Quick Release Trigger for Quickly Lighting BBQ Coals, Compatible with Any BBQ Charcoal Grill, 12-Inch

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Brand Char-Griller
Product Dimensions 12"D x 12"W x 12"H
Color Original version
Fuel Type Charcoal
Item Dimensions LxWxH 8 x 12 x 12 inches

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  • CHIMNEY STYLE CHARCOAL STARTER – Quickly produce hot coals for grilling and cooking in under 15 minutes, holds the perfect amount of charcoal for optimal performance
  • START GRILLING FASTER – This fire starter bbq grill accessory is the key to getting your charcoal started faster without using lighter fluid by creating a vortex that funnels air and traps heat
  • USE WITH ALL CHARCOAL BBQ GRILLS – Perfect charcoal grill accessory and specially designed to fit the Char-Griller AKORN Grill fuel loading opening. Great gift for Charcoal Grill Owners and Outdoor Cooking Enthusiasts!
  • CHIMNEY STARTER FEATURES – Ergonomic E-Z dump handle with protective heat shield, patented trigger release, air vents, and durable zinc coated galvanized steel construction.
  • DIMENSIONS – 7.6”L x 12”W x 12”H, 5lbs

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Value for money
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Charcoal Grill Chimney Starter with Quick Release Trigger, 12 Inch
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weight
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Char-Griller Charcoal Chimney Starter with Trigger Release

Get Grilling!

The Char-Griller Charcoal Chimney Starter makes starting your grill fast and easy. Simply fill the E-Z starter with charcoal and light it. Once the coals are ready pull the trigger to release the burning charcoal into your grill.

The ABS handle with heat shield protects you from the heat. Made from sturdy .6 millimeter zinc coated galvanized steel.

Patented Trigger Release Handle

Charcoal starters contain heat for a faster start to your charcoal or wood chips. This large size charcoal starter heats more charcoal faster to get you grillin' sooner.

Features:

  • E-Z Starter w/Patented Trigger release to put coals right where you want them.
  • ABS handle w/heat shield to keep your hands safe.
  • Zinc coated galvanized .6 mm steel for durability and strength.
  • Size: 7.75" diameter X 11.5" height - large size heats more charcoal faster.

Get Grillin Faster

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Durable Construction

Zinc coated galvanized .6 millimeter steel. Large size heats charcoal faster so you can be grilling sooner.

(7.75 inch diameter X 11.5 inch height).

No Gloves Needed

ABS coated E-Z Starter charcoal release handle and heat shield to keep your hands safe. No gloves are needed.

No More Pouring Hot Coals

E-Z Starter w/patented trigger release handle drops hot coals out the bottom of the chimney starter, right where you want them. No more pouring hot coals.

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Char-Griller® Charcoal Grill Chimney Starter with Quick Release Trigger for Quickly Lighting BBQ Coals, Compatible with Any BBQ Charcoal Grill, 12-Inch


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Product Description

Char-Griller charcoal chimney starter with quick-release makes starting your charcoal grill fast & easy. Fill the E-Z starter with charcoal & light it. Once your coals are hot, squeeze the patented trigger to drop the charcoal into your grill. No more messy pouring of hot coals - just release them right where you want them. The hottest coals even stay on the bottom for better heat distribution & more efficient grilling. The ABS handle with heat shield protects your hands from the heat. Large size: 7. 75" Diameter x 12" Height for fast & efficient starting. The Char-Griller charcoal chimney starter holds plenty of coals for any grill or occasion & is designed for maximum airflow for the fastest charcoal starting.

Customer reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 out of 5
4,180 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the appearance and ease of use of the charcoal chimney. For example, they say it's a great design and makes charcoal grilling easy. That said, they like the performance, and capacity. That being said, some complain about the fit and disagree on heat resistance, quality, and bottom drop.

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116 customers mention106 positive10 negative

Customers like the performance of the product. They say that it works well, has good quality, and is easy to use. Some customers also mention that the dump mechanism works pretty well, but it takes longer to get charcoal burning. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and quality of the grill.

"Very pleased. The trap door works very well and has enhanced the grilling experience...." Read more

"This chimney really works nicely. I love how I can drop my hot coal and have the unlit ones on top." Read more

"Good quality and works great for starting up my Char Griller grill at home! Very sturdy and easy to use! Love it !" Read more

"I've had 3 of these so far, they work great for about a year and a half of use and then the trap door mechanism deforms and eventually falls apart..." Read more

91 customers mention88 positive3 negative

Customers find the charcoal grill easy to use. They say the mechanism is simple, convenient, and safe. They also say it makes charcoal grilling so easy. Customers also mention that the smaller units are easier to handle and give longer cooking time.

"...easy trigger on the handle for dumping the hot coals and it makes grilling much easier overall...." Read more

"Very pleased. The trap door works very well and has enhanced the grilling experience...." Read more

"...This is so easy, I haven't used my gas grill since I got my Texas Trio grill...." Read more

"...This is making my grilling so much easier." Read more

47 customers mention40 positive7 negative

Customers like the appearance of the charcoal chimney. They mention it has a good design, and is simple in design. Some say that the fit and finish are decent, but not stellar. Overall, most are satisfied with the product's appearance.

"...No warping on any of the metal yet. Very good design. I'm probably going to buy a couple more as I need them...." Read more

"Bought a smoker recently and bought one to use. Nice item to help in setting up the fire for smoking." Read more

"...No more hot embers on the ground for me to step on! Great design." Read more

"Good product and idea. Wish they’d do the dump flap hinge differently though. Falls out a lot." Read more

36 customers mention36 positive0 negative

Customers like the capacity of the charcoal grill. They say it holds a massive amount of charcoal, which means they can get rolling faster. They also say the charcoal chamber is big enough to add plenty of charcoal.

"...expecting to be so big(that’s what she said) but this thing holds a ton of charcoal...." Read more

"Great item, holds enough charcoal to cook for a couple of hours...." Read more

"Big capacity, easy dump from bottom flap, does the job for large wood charcoal" Read more

"...I really like the pull latch feature of this one and the side! Holds plenty of charcoal" Read more

254 customers mention138 positive116 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the outdoor living product. Some mention it has a solid build quality, while others say the door mechanism deforms and eventually falls apart. The construction is a bit on the flimsy side, and the drop gate is able to get used to. However, some say the hinged door gets weaker with each use and fails so bad.

"...Excellent value at this price and solid build quality." Read more

"...The drop gate is a little tough getting used too but I’m liking it more and more." Read more

"...I've used it quite a bit and it has held up well.Make sure you use gloves or an oven mitt when handling because it does get hot!" Read more

"First one fell apart after 2 uses. We had to have another sent out and return the first one. Only used replacement once so the jury is still out." Read more

65 customers mention38 positive27 negative

Customers are mixed about the bottom drop of the charcoal grill. Some mention that the quick release on the bottom makes it easy to dump, while others say that it sucks, gets worn, and the hatch has fallen off several times. The trap-door mechanism can become easily unseated and unreliable, and that the trigger would get stuck.

"...I've bottom drop is great, but use a BBQ glove, oven mit or a towel to pick it up to dump. It gets really hot!!..." Read more

"...The release sucks, it’s gotten worn and began to rust after maybe owning it for a month, the plate that the charcoal sits on also has too big of..." Read more

"...I really like the pull latch feature of this one and the side! Holds plenty of charcoal" Read more

"...Sometimes the lever doesn't freely release the base plate allowing the hot coals to drop out in the upright position...." Read more

60 customers mention36 positive24 negative

Customers are mixed about the heat resistance of the charcoal grill. Some mention that it keeps the hot coals from blowing back on them, causes the charcoal to heat rapidly, and that the handle doesn't get too hot. However, others say that the metal is not very resistant to heat, the handle and latch release get too warm to handle without a glove, and the heat treatment/protection could be better.

"...Living in a fire-fearing area I also appreciate the improved containment of the fly-away sparks with this contraption that erupted when inverting..." Read more

"...Make sure you use gloves or an oven mitt when handling because it does get hot!" Read more

"...No more hot embers on the ground for me to step on! Great design." Read more

"...The handle is heat-resistant, but it gets warm enough that you'll probably want to wear a heat-resistant glove when it's time to pick up the chimney..." Read more

56 customers mention0 positive56 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the fit of the outdoor living product. They mention that the bottom falls out frequently, the bottom that flips open falls off too easily, and the base plate tends to fall out of the holding slots. Some customers also report that the door constantly falls out.

"...The dumping flap did fall out once, but I was able to put it back in after it cooled down. Other than that, starting a fire has never been easier." Read more

"The bottom falls out easily and is difficult to get back in place. Kind of annoying." Read more

"...the coals and which gets released when you pull the trigger, falls out all the time when I set it down right after I've dumped the coals...." Read more

"Great concept.Metal did not stand up to heat, bottom started falling out once the grate became flimsy and distorted." Read more

Grilling made easy
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Grilling made easy
Remember how long it takes to get a fire started using charcoal? Not anymore! I put my charcoal in the Char-Griller Chimney Starter and put it on the gas burner of my grill. In less than 5 minutes, I dump the charcoal in the grill, spread it out a bit and I am ready to cook in just a few minutes. There is no poking paper or squirting starting fluid and using a match or lighter. This is so easy, I haven't used my gas grill since I got my Texas Trio grill. The dumping flap did fall out once, but I was able to put it back in after it cooled down. Other than that, starting a fire has never been easier.
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Remember how long it takes to get a fire started using charcoal? Not anymore! I put my charcoal in the Char-Griller Chimney Starter and put it on the gas burner of my grill. In less than 5 minutes, I dump the charcoal in the grill, spread it out a bit and I am ready to cook in just a few minutes. There is no poking paper or squirting starting fluid and using a match or lighter. This is so easy, I haven't used my gas grill since I got my Texas Trio grill. The dumping flap did fall out once, but I was able to put it back in after it cooled down. Other than that, starting a fire has never been easier.
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RICARDO R.
5.0 out of 5 stars AL DIA DE HOY ME HA FUNCIONADO BIEN, LA CAPACIDAD ES MUY GRANDE
Reviewed in Mexico on September 25, 2022
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5.0 out of 5 stars Works well if you don't abuse it
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5.0 out of 5 stars Works well if you don't abuse it
Reviewed in Canada on May 20, 2022
Went from a Weber to this and am happy so far. I've used it a dozen times and it still works as expected. Does not seem as heavyweight as the Weber but the bottom drop trumps that shortcoming. I think that the issue with those having warping problems with the base is that they leave the coals in there too long until the whole thing glows red. It's not designed for that, your BBQ is...so dump it as soon as the flames are dancing atop the coals. Second photo is pretty much the limit of how hot you should let your starter get.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Muito prático !
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