1Control the Heat
Fill the GravityFed™ hopper with lump charcoal or briquettes and let gravity feed the fire throughout the cook.
Trigger Release Chimney Starter
$22.87
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Description
The key to getting your charcoal started fast: The Char-Griller Chimney Starter. This charcoal Chimney Starter creates a vortex that gets your charcoal ready fast with no lighter fluid needed. Our quick release trigger system means no dangerous dumping, keeping you safer while grilling.
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Shipping & Delivery
- Trigger Release Chimney Starter typically ship within 3–5 business days
- Estimated delivery: 5–10 business days
- Larger grills and smokers may ship via freight delivery
- Freight orders can take up to 7–14 business days
- Tracking information is sent once your order ships
- Delivery times may vary by location, carrier, weather, and product availability
- Shipping available within the contiguous United States
Free U.S. standard shipping on orders of $200 USD or more.
5year Warranty
Masterbuilt Warranty
- 1-year limited manufacturer warranty for Trigger Release Chimney Starter
- Covers defects in materials and workmanship
- Warranty begins from the original purchase date
- Applies to the original purchaser
- Product must be used, assembled, and maintained according to Masterbuilt instructions
- Proof of purchase may be required for warranty service
- Product registration may be required
- Normal wear, rust, paint finish, misuse, and improper installation are generally not covered
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Trigger Release Chimney Starter - Game Day Calls for Gravity Series!
Why You Will Love The Trigger Release Chimney Starter
Why Char-Griller?
Char-Griller is known for approachable, versatile grills and smokers built for real backyard cooking. From classic charcoal and offset smokers to AKORN kamado grills and gravity-fed models, the brand focuses on bold flavor, practical design, and strong value for everyday BBQ enthusiasts.
How It Works
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Technical Specifications of Trigger Release Chimney Starter
Steps For Enjoyment
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2Control the Heat
Adjust the vents and airflow to reach and maintain your desired cooking temperature.
3Grill, Smoke & Sear
Use direct or indirect heat to grill, smoke, roast, or sear depending on the recipe and grill setup.
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FAQs
Please read our FAQs page to find out more.
How is a Masterbuilt Gravity Series different from a pellet grill?
A Gravity Series uses real charcoal instead of wood pellets. You still get digital temperature control and app monitoring, but the heat and flavor come from charcoal. That gives you the convenience of a digitally controlled cooker with a more traditional charcoal profile.
Do I have to constantly watch the grill during long cooks?
No. Gravity Series models use a GravityFed™ charcoal hopper and DigitalFan™ to automatically maintain the temperature you set. Larger models can hold enough charcoal for extended cooking sessions, so you do not have to keep feeding the fire manually.
Can I control a Masterbuilt from my phone?
Many Gravity Series models are Wi-Fi/app enabled. The Masterbuilt app can be used to monitor and adjust grill temperature and monitor connected meat probes from your phone. You can also control the grill directly from its digital control panel.
How quickly does a Masterbuilt Gravity Series heat up?
It depends on the model, but current Gravity Series products can heat up surprisingly quickly. For example, Masterbuilt states that the Gravity Series 1150 can reach 225°F in about 9 minutes and 700°F in about 15 minutes.
Can I smoke and sear on the same Masterbuilt?
Yes. That is one of the biggest advantages of the Gravity Series. Models such as the Gravity 1150 operate from roughly 225°F to 700°F, allowing low-and-slow smoking, roasting, baking and high-temperature searing on the same cooker.
Do I have to throw away unused charcoal after every cook?
No. Masterbuilt specifically says you can insert the shutdown slides to cut off airflow and extinguish the charcoal. Any remaining charcoal can then be reused during your next cook.
Does the Gravity Series give real smoke flavor?
Yes. The system burns charcoal rather than pellets, and you can also use wood chunks alongside the charcoal when you want additional smoke flavor. Owners commonly cite the charcoal/smoke flavor as one of the main reasons they prefer the Gravity Series over pellet grills.
How much maintenance does a Masterbuilt require?
Regular cleaning matters, especially after fatty cooks. Empty the ash bucket, clean grease buildup and keep airflow paths clear. Some long-term owners specifically warn that accumulated grease can contribute to flare-ups when moving from low-temperature smoking to high-temperature grilling, so routine cleaning is important.
Are Masterbuilt Gravity Series grills reliable?
Many owners report years of successful cooking, while others report issues with controllers, switches, connectivity or other electronics. The cooking concept itself is widely praised, but because these grills use more electronics than a traditional charcoal grill, there are more components that can potentially require troubleshooting or replacement.
What warranty does Masterbuilt include?
Most Masterbuilt products carry a 1-year limited warranty covering defects in materials and workmanship under proper assembly, normal use and recommended care. The original purchaser must keep proof of purchase and register the product. Some models differ, for example, the Gravity Series XT carries a longer limited warranty, so the exact product warranty should always be checked on its own PDP or manual.