IX CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Caution
: Avoid steam burns by not using a wet sponge or cloth to clean the grill while it is hot.
Some cleaners produce noxious fumes or can ignite if applied to a hot surface. Be sure all grill
controls are turned off and the grill is cool before using any type of aerosol cleaner on or
around the grill. The chemical that produces the spraying action could, in the presence of
heat, ignite or cause metal parts to corrode.
CLEANING SOLUTION: WARM WATER AND LIQUID DETERGENT
CLEANING THE FIREBOX INTERIOR:
Clean when the lava rocks, grate, burners
and grill are removed from the firebox. Clean out any ash or deposits which may have settled
in the firebox using warm cleaning solution and a soft cloth. If a hose is used to clean the
firebox, elevate the end opposite the control panel to drain water from burners. Allow to dry
before replacing all parts.
GRILL RACK:
Use a brass wire brush to remove cooked on food and cleaning solution to
clean the grate. Spray a non-stick vegetable oil on grill just before cooking to prevent food
from sticking to the surface.
WARMING RACK:
The cleaning of the chrome warming rack can be accomplished by
using the cleaning solution and wiping. For stubborn particles use a brass wire brush.
LAVA ROCK:
It is not necessary to remove the lava rock for cleaning. They burn
themselves clean during the next cooking operation. Periodically the rocks need to be turned
over for a thorough cleaning. How often you use the grill and the amount and type of food
cooked will determine when it is necessary to clean the lava rock. If grease can be seen on
the top of the rocks or if you get a lot of flare-up during cooking, the rocks need to be turned
over and heated on 'HIGH' for 30 minutes; longer for heavy soil.
The PORTA-GRILL
is designed for a single layer of lava rock to be spread evenly over the
grill grate above the burners. Do not use more than a single layer to avoid blocking off the air
for the grill burners to vent.
TIP
: Excessive water to control flare-ups will cause lava rock to fracture.
To help prevent flare-ups, trim off as much fat as possible.
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