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simply wipe off the product (if needed use a soft Scotch-Brite pad to remove
any tough spots.) If you used Barkeepers Friend, then you DO NOT need to do
anything further. If you used Instant Rust Out (or another cleaning agent), you
would want to wipe it down with fresh water and dry it off again with a clean
towel and then coat the steel with a layer of WD-40 or another Stainless
Polishing solution, which will act as a surface protectant for the steel.
i. IMPORTANT: Be sure not to have your grill on when using any
flammable product, such as WD-40. These products are extremely
flammable in their aerosol form.
Environmental Factors that can affect your Grill
Mother Nature is a wonderful thing but unfortunately she can be tough on outdoor
appliances. There are several usual causes for surface discoloration and corrosion on your
stainless steel outdoor equipment:
1) Mortar (which contains lime) from the island assembly process, has rested on the unit for
a pro-longed period of time and the unit was not cleaned quickly
2) Pool chemicals were splashed onto the grill (chlorine and acid will cause very quick
problems) and the unit was not cleaned off quickly
3) Hard water from sprinklers (chlorine in the water) was allowed to sit on the unit
4) Salt from the ocean air/water was allowed to rest upon the grill for a prolonged period of
time before being cleaned (beach owners must be diligent in maintaining their outdoor
stainless equipment)
5) Dust, or rust, from other metals found it ways onto the grill and was left on for an
extended period of time.
6) Organic matters (such as certain types of food) might have gotten onto the surface of
the grill and it was then covered. With high humidity and low oxygen, corrosion will start
to take place.
7) Sprays and cleaning solutions containing alkaline, lime, acid, salt might have been left on
the grill surface un-dried.
8) No stainless steel polish was ever used after one of the above mentioned acts took place.
Ways to Avoid Rust on your Grill:
2) Always purchase a Coyote Grill cover for your unit. This will ensure that your cover is
correct fit and breathable, while providing the protection needed to keep all other
contaminants off of the surface.
3) When installing the unit, make sure to keep the unit covered when any masonry work is
being performed. If any mortar or dust does come into contact with the stainless, make
sure to wipe it off as soon as possible and use a stainless steel polish immediately
afterwards.
4) Position your grill away from areas that can receive water splash from a pool or hot tub.
5) DO NOT store pool chemicals in your island or island cabinets.
How to Remove Scratches from your Stainless Steel:
If your situation is a little more serious and you have obtained scratches in your equipment,
then you will need to purchase a “stainless steel scratch kit.” These kits are popular in retail
stores but can be easier to obtain online. A very popular one is called “Scratch-B-Gone.” With
