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MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
It is recommended that this gas grill be thoroughly inspected and serviced annually by a qualified service
person.
Turn off the gas at the source and disconnect unit before servicing. Maintenance should only be done
when the grill is cool, to avoid the possibility of burns. A leak test must be performed annually, and when-
ever any component of the gas train is replaced.
ALUMINUM CASTINGS
- Clean castings periodically with warm soapy water. Aluminum will not rust, but due to
high temperatures and weathering, oxidation can occur on aluminum surfaces. This will appear as white spots on
the castings. To refinish the castings, clean them and sand lightly with fine sandpaper. Wipe surface to remove any
residue, and paint with high temperature barbecue paint. Protect surrounding areas from over-spray. Follow curing
directions found on the can.
PROTECTION OF INFRARED BURNERS
- The infrared burners of your grill are designed to provide a long
service life. However, there are steps you must take to prevent cracking of their ceramic surfaces, which will cause
the burners to malfunction. Following are the common causes of cracks and the steps you must take to avoid them.
Damage caused by failure to follow these steps is not covered by your grill warranty.
1. Impact with Hard Objects - Never allow hard objects to strike the ceramic. Take care when inserting or remov-
ing cooking grates and accessories into or from the grill. If these objects were to fall on the ceramic, it is likely to
crack.
2. Water or Other Liquids - Cold liquid contacting a hot surface in substantial amounts can cause the surface to
break. Do not throw water into the grill to douse a flame. Also if the ceramic or interior of a burner becomes wet
while not in use, later operation of the burner can create steam, which may produce enough pressure to crack the
ceramic. In addition, repeated soaking of the ceramic will cause it to swell and expand. This expansion will cause
undue pressure on the ceramic and therefore it may crack and crumble.
i) Never throw water into the grill to control flare-ups
ii) Do not attempt to operate the infrared burners in open air while raining.
iii) If you find standing water in your grill (because of exposure to rainfall, sprinklers etc.), inspect ceramic
for
evidence of possible watersoaking. If ceramic appears to be wet,
remove the burner from the grill. Turn upside down to drain the excess water. Bring indoors and allow to dry thor-
oughly.
3. Impaired Ventilation of Hot Air From the Grill - In order for the burners to function properly, hot air must have a
way to escape the grill. If the hot air is not allowed to escape, the burners may become deprived of oxygen, causing
them to back flash. If this occurs repeatedly, the ceramic may crack. Do not cover more than 75% of the cooking
surface with solid metal (ie. griddle or large pan).
DRIP PAN
- Slide the drip pan out for easy cleaning. It should be cleaned frequently (every use) to avoid grease
buildup. Grease and excess drippings pass through to the drip pan, located under the gas grill, and accumulate in
the disposable grease tray below the drip pan. Accumulated grease can cause a fire hazard. Do not line the drip
pan with aluminum foil or sand, as it can prevent the grease from flowing properly. The pan should be scraped out
with a putty knife or scraper, and all the debris should be scraped into the disposable grease tray. This tray should
be replaced every two to four weeks, depending on gas grill usage. For supplies, see your Napoleon Gas Grill
dealer.
CLEANING THE OUTSIDE OF THE GAS GRILL
- Do not use abrasive cleaners to clean any painted, porcelain
or stainless steel parts. Porcelain enamel components must be handled with additional care. The baked on enamel
finish is glass like, and will chip if struck. Touch-up enamel is available from your Napoleon Gas Grill dealer. Exte-
rior grill surfaces should be cleaned while warm to the touch, with warm soapy water. To clean stainless surfaces,
use a stainless steel cleaner or a non-abrasive cleaner. Always wipe in the direction of the grain. Do not use steel
wool, as it will scratch the finish. Stainless steel parts will discolour when heated, usually to a golden or brown
colour. This discolouration is normal and will not affect the performance of the grill.
INFRARED BURNERS -
Because of the high intensity of the infrared burner, most drippings and food particles
that fall onto the burner surface are immediately incinerated. However, some debris and residue may remain. To
remove this residue after cooking, turn the grill on high with lid closed for 5-10 minutes.
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