Powder Coated BBQ’s
Overtime grease, fat and other cooking oils may build up on your BBQ. To clean, wash with warm/hot soapy
water. Wash off soapy water with warm/hot clean water, leave to air dry. Once dry, use a BBQ exterior
cleaner, this will apply a protective coating on the exterior of the BBQ and assist in repelling the elements.
Always you use a soft cloth to clean your BBQ.
Never use abrasive heavy duty sponges or scouring pads on the exterior of your BBQ, these products will
begin to remove the powder coated finish resulting in an uneven surface and may result in rusting in the future.
Interior:
Plates and Grills
–The best way to clean your BBQ plates/grills is to light-up the BBQ and leave it on with the
hood down to warm-up for 10-15 minutes. After this time, remove excess fat, oils, cooking residue with paper
towels or a cotton rag from plates/grills. This can also be completed after each time you use your BBQ.
Depending on how often you use your BBQ you should also wash your plates/grills bi-monthly. After you have
completed the steps above and have allowed time for the BBQ to cool, remove the plates/grills and wash with
warm/hot soapy water. Wash off soapy water with warm/hot clean water, leave to air dry and place back into
BBQ.
Warming Rack, Flame Tamers and Drip Tray
–
Remove and wash with warm/hot soapy water. Wash off
soapy water with warm/hot clean water, leave to air dry and place back into BBQ. For stubborn stains on your
warming rack, soak in hot soapy water.
Burners
–
Check the port holes of all burners regularly for signs of blockage. Over time fat, marinades, juices,
etc. can build-up and cover port holes. This reduces gas and flame flow and may result in fires within the BBQ
during cooking. Also check for spider and insect webs and/or nests. In some cases where BBQs have not
been used in some time (normally during winter) these webs can be made within burners and gas lines
restricting gas flow and ignition.
NOTE: Never use chlorine based cleaners or bleaches on your BBQ, these products will deteriorate
the surface and contribute to rusting
BBQ Covers
– All BBQs must be stored with a BBQ cover when not in use (regardless of whether the BBQ is
stainless steel or powder coated) as per the warranty. After use, allow your BBQ to cool completely before
fitting the cover (the BBQ cover may melt or burn if placed onto a hot BBQ). Also condensation can occur
when the BBQ cools down under the cover which can foster rust growth. Please note, a cover can foster a
“micro-environment” where moisture, salts and fat deposits can develop. when stored for long periods of time
(typically this will occur during the Winter months when your BBQ is not used). During these longer periods of
non-use a BBQ can develop stains and/or rust marks. It is important to check regularly (monthly) for any signs
of these stains/rust and clean if needed. If surface stains and rust are left, over time they develop and can
become very hard to remove.
Spider and insect webs
– Sometimes spiders and other insects climb into the tubes, gas lines and other
areas of the BBQ. The insects can spin webs, build nests and lay eggs. The webs or nests can be very small,
but they are very strong and can block the flow of gas. To avoid this occurring, clean burners prior to use, after
storing, at the beginning of your BBQ season or after a period of one month without use. Guards are on the air
intakes in an effort to reduce this problem, but it will not eliminate it. An obstruction can result in a
“flashback”
(a fire in the burner tubes). The burner may still light, but the obstruction does not allow full gas flow to the
burners.
Note: Complications arising from spider and insect webs built up inside gas lines are expressly excluded from
warranty.
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