60-Second-Charcoal-Starter.jpg No more lighter fluid, no more numerous failed attempts at getting the charcoal started while every one stares hungrily at the pile of uncooked burgers. This barbecue starter ignites charcoal in 60 seconds without lighter fluid, so you can start grilling in five minutes.

Plug the Starter into an outlet, put the tip into the charcoal, wait for a spark and keep the starter in the charcoal fro a further 60 seconds, and that’s it!

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“…the charcoal starter emits hot air at 1,290° F, providing a constant, precise flow of heat from the tip of the unit. Simply plug the device into a standard wall outlet, place the metal tip into the charcoal and hold down the button. When the charcoal sparks, remove the tip from the coals, but continue to point the unit at the charcoal for sixty seconds. Also ideal for lighting a wood-burning fireplace, the device has a cool-touch handle and an integrated stand.”