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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
Any Pit Boss unit will give you many years of flavorful service with minimum cleaning. An important step is allowing the grill and
cooking grids to self-clean by running the grill at a high temperature for 5 to 10 minutes after each use. Follow these cleaning and
maintenance tips to service your grill:
1.
HOPPER ASSEMBLY
• The hopper includes a clean-out feature to allow for ease of cleaning and change out
of pellet fuel flavors. To empty, locate the plate and the cover of the drop chute on
the back side of the hopper. Place a clean, empty pail under the drop chute cover, then
remove the cover piece. Unscrew the plate, slide outwards, and pellets will empty.
NOTE: Use a long handled brush or shop-vac to remove excess pellets,
sawdust, and debris for a complete clean-out through the hopper screen.
• Check and clean off any debris from the fan air intake vent, found on the bottom of the hopper. Once the hopper access
panel is removed (see
Electric Wire Diagram
for diagram), carefully wipe off any grease build-up directly on the fan
blades. This ensures airflow is sufficient to the feed system.
2.
INSIDE SURFACES
• It is recommended to clean your burn pot after every few uses. This will ensure proper ignition and avoid any hard
build-up of debris or ash in the burn pot.
• Use a long-handled grill cleaning brush (brass or soft metal), remove any food or build-up from the cooking grids. Best
practice is to do this while they are still warm from a previous cook. Grease fires are caused by too much fallen debris
on the cooking components of the grill. Clean the inside of your grill on a consistent basis. In the event you experience
a grease fire, keep the grill lid closed to choke out the fire. If the fire does not go out quickly, carefully remove the food,
turn the grill off, and shut the lid until the fire is completely out. Lightly sprinkle baking soda, if available.
• Check your grease bucket often, and clean out as necessary. Keep in mind the type of cooking you do.
IMPORTANT: Due to high heat, do not cover the flame broiler or probes with aluminum foil.
3.
OUTSIDE SURFACES
• Wipe your grill down after each use. Use warm soapy water to cut the grease. Do not use oven cleaner, abrasive
cleansers or abrasive cleaning pads on the outside grill surfaces.
All painted surfaces are not covered under
warranty
, but rather are part of general maintenance and upkeep. For paint scratches, wearing, or flaking of the finish,
all painted surfaces can be touched up using high heat BBQ paint.
• Use a grill cover to protect your grill for complete protection! A cover is your best protection against weather and
outside pollutants. When not in use or for longterm storage, keep the unit under a cover in a garage or shed.
CLEANING FREQUENCY TIME TABLE (NORMAL USE)
ITEM
CLEANING FREQUENCY
CLEANING METHOD
Bottom of Main Grill
Every 5-6 Grill Sessions
Scoop Out, Shop-Vac Excess Debris
Burn Pot
Every 2-3 Grill Sessions
Scoop Out, Shop-Vac Excess Debris
Cooking Grids
After Each Grill Session
Burn Off Excess, Brass Wire Brush
Flame Broiler
Every 5-6 Grill Sessions
Scrape Main Plate with Slider,
Do Not Wash Clean
Grease Bucket
After Each Grill Session
Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
Auger Feed System
When Pellet Bag is Empty
Allow Auger to Push Out Sawdust, Leaving Hopper Empty
Hopper Electric Components Once A Year
Dust Out Interior, Wipe Fan Blades with Soapy Water
Air Intake Vent
Every 5-6 Grill Sessions
Dust, Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
Temperature Probe
Every 2-3 Grill Sessions
Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
PLATE
COVER
