Overtemp Alarm

joeq · Post by **joeq** » Thu. Mar. 21, 2019 5:37 pm

Because of multi-tasking, I've become very irresponsible lately when tending my G111. After a long day at work, 1st thing I do when returning home, is to poke a few ashes thru the clinker door, open the dampers, and give it a couple mins to start breathing again. While I'm waiting, I'll let the dog out, fire-up the computer, and start poking around, before getting back to the stove. Just recently, I've found myself forgetting the stove was open, only to return to a fire breathing dragon. I can only blame myself, but I really don't have the time to sit in frt of it...waiting. I have used an egg timer mostly, to remind me,but a few times I haven't.
My question is, is there some type of thermal registering devise that I can carry an adapter to it on me, that'll wack me in the head, when it starts to over temp? I'm getting pretty frustrated with myself.

Thanks.

biggerpatterson · Post by **biggerpatterson** » Thu. Mar. 21, 2019 6:26 pm

http://www.auberins.com/index.php?main_page=produ ... cts_id=292 This may help. Probably could be adapted to a transmitter for a shock collar.

joeq · Post by **joeq** » Thu. Mar. 21, 2019 7:19 pm

A shock collar would be perfect BP.

I'll have ta look into that. Thanks.

LeoinRI · Post by **LeoinRI** » Fri. Mar. 22, 2019 7:41 am

Wow, that 12v sensor/alarm is perfect for my off grid cabin. Thanks

Rich W. · Post by **Rich W.** » Sat. Mar. 23, 2019 9:06 pm

I too am easily distracted, so I set the countdown timer on my iPhone for 10-30 mins depending on the stove status. Saved my stove from dragon status often! I’ve also used my cheap Casio watch if I’m phoneless. It too has a countdown timer.

joeq · Post by **joeq** » Sat. Mar. 23, 2019 11:17 pm

Good ideas Rich. Unfortunately, I don't have a cell phone, or a wrist watch, for that matter. I use to have a Craftsman pocket watch that the wife gave me as a present one year, but it too has gone away. Still trying to figure out the dog collar warning.

biggerpatterson · Post by **biggerpatterson** » Sun. Mar. 24, 2019 1:54 pm

I use a count down digital kitchen timer I got at Walmart. Works great for timing homemade french fries or reminding me the draft on the stove needs my attention.

McGiever · Post by **McGiever** » Sun. Mar. 24, 2019 4:10 pm

https://www.amazon.com/60-Minute-Timer-on-a-Rope/ ... 258&sr=8-7

joeq · Post by **joeq** » Sun. Mar. 24, 2019 10:19 pm

Hey, there ya go Larry. Timer on a rope. I can tie it to my neck, and bring it with me. Smart. Thanks.

archangel_cpj · Post by **archangel_cpj** » Mon. Mar. 25, 2019 1:04 pm

https://www.amazon.com/ThermoPro-Wireless-Digital ... 6602&psc=1

archangel_cpj · Post by **archangel_cpj** » Mon. Mar. 25, 2019 1:05 pm

There are numerous wireless meat thermometers out there will beep you when they reach a preset temp...

joeq · Post by **joeq** » Mon. Mar. 25, 2019 5:02 pm

Archie, that gives me an idea for checking the oven temp under my bonnet Another thanks for posting.

joeq · Post by **joeq** » Tue. Mar. 26, 2019 5:25 pm

Mr. McG, gutta hand it to ya. You found me this little device, and I ordered it Sun., and like "magic", it's on my door step today. Isn't modern technology wonderful?

(Well, some of it anyway.)
I already used it when servicing the 111 today after work, and the rope making it portable, (and annoying hanging on my neck....which is what I needed) kept me focused on the open stove, while I was multi-tasking around the house. Worked splendidly. Thanks again for the idea.

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McGiever · Post by **McGiever** » Tue. Mar. 26, 2019 6:17 pm

Good for you Joe!

Cheap insurance for the ole GW #111...they aren't making them anymore...

joeq · Post by **joeq** » Tue. Mar. 26, 2019 7:58 pm

You got that right Larry. I worry about the bottom support plate under the suspended pot. It looks to be an inherently weak design, that if I can remember correctly, had a couple areas that had already been rewelded when I had it apart. It is amazing how much abuse these stoves can tolerate, yet still function. I don't want ta be the one to over extend it tho.