How Much Electricity Does a Pellet Grill Use?Since Traeger wood pellet grills are 100% fueled by all-natural hardwood pellets, they actually use a relatively small amount of electricity to operate. A small amount of electricity is used by Traeger grills to power the controller, ignite the fire, turn the auger, and power the fan.Can a Pellet Grill Stay OutsideTraeger offers custom-fit covers for their wood pellet grills that are made of heavy-duty, all-weather materials that block rain, snow, and sun. They feature snug, secure fits that keep the elements out no matter the weather.Can you Use a Pellet Grill in the RainYou can cook with Traeger wood pellet grills in rain and snow. Traeger grills are protected from water spray less than 60 degrees from vertical—in other words, don’t place your Traeger over a sprinkler or cook in a tropical storm.