2009 Barbecue Grills and Carts
LTR20091038, Rev. E
Cleaning and Maintenance
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paper towel, polish the appliance by rubbing with the
grain until excess liquid is removed and the surface
shines. It should not be oily to the touch, however
some residue is acceptable.
Some people have reported that using lemon oil
products such as Old English furniture polish is
effective for polishing stainless steel and protecting
the surface.
Cleaning the Interior of Your
Grill
Thoroughly clean stains, food, and grime using
1.
a sponge or damp cloth with warm water and a
mild dish soap. Use Fantastik or Formula 409 to
remove heavier soil.
Thoroughly rinse all surfaces and dry them
2.
completely with a clean towel. Do not allow water
to accumulate and puddle on stainless steel.
Water from various sources such as garden hoses
contains iron which will give the appearance of
rusting on stainless steel. If allowed to stand for
long periods of time on stainless steel, it will cause
pitting.
The racks, flame tamers, and flavor bars can all be
3.
removed for cleaning and are dishwasher safe.
Burners
Spiders and small insects occasionally inhabit or make
nests in the burner tubes, obstructing the gas flow.
Sometimes this results in a type of fire in and around
the gas tubes called “flashback”. To reduce the risk of
flashback, this procedure should be followed at least
once a month or when your grill has not been used for
an extended period of time.
IMPORTANT: Prior to starting this procedure, turn OFF
all of the gas control knobs, shut off the fuel supply,
and disconnect the fuel line.
The burners can be removed by removing the keeper
pins and lifting them out. The keeper pins are located
under the grill toward the back. They are used to
keep the burners in place during shipping and are not
necessary to operate your grill. Remove burners from
the grill by carefully lifting each burner up and away
from the gas valve orifice.
Use a wire brush to clean the outer surface of each
burner to remove food residue and dirt. Clean any
clogged ports with a stiff wire such as an opened
paper clip.
Inspect each burner for damage (cracks and holes).
If any damage is found, replace the burner and
discontinue grill usage.
Upon reinstallation, inspect the gas valve orifices
for cleanliness and condition and the location of the
igniters. When you replace the burners, you do not
need to replace the keeper pins.
Caution
Do not use WD-40 or Sheila Shine near
food or on food preparation surfaces as
it is a health hazard. This includes the
interior of the grill, grill racks, stainless
steel sinks, the inside of cabinets, warming
drawers, and ovens.
Rust Removal
It is a common misconception that stainless steel does
not rust. It does not stain, corrode, or rust as easily
as ordinary steel (it
stains less
), but it is not stain-
proof. If not properly protected and maintained, it can
corrode, pit, and discolor.
Fire
Hazard
NEVER spray WD-40 or Sheila Shine
near an open flame! These products
are extremely flammable while in their
aerosol forms.
Important
Because salt will accelerate rust and
corrosion, grill or barbecue island
owners who live near the beach need to
be diligent in maintaining their stainless
steel hardware. You need to clean and
polish your stainless steel frequently,
apply a protectant, and ensure water
does not collect and puddle.
Caution
Although nitric acid (also called aqua
fortis) can be effective for rust removal, it
is a highly corrosive chemical. Because of
the potential for injury or damage to your
stainless steel, we do not recommend
using nitric acid.
Periodically clean exterior stainless steel surfaces with
WD-40 or Sheila Shine and wipe down with a dry cloth
or paper towel until surface is free of rust. If there
is significant rust or corrosion, use a Scotch-Brite
scrubber.
Both of these products will act as a surface protectant
and help resist smudges, stains, and rust.
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