Napoleon MIRAGE 485, Manual

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Tube Burner : The burners are made from heavy wall 304 stainless steel, but extreme heat and a corrosive envi -
ronment can cause surface corrosion to occur. This can be removed with a brass wire brush.
CAUTION!
Beware of Spiders.
Spiders and insects are attracted to the smell of propane and natural gas. The burner is equipped with an in -
sect screen on the air shutter, which reduces the likelihood of insects building nests inside the burner but does
not entirely eliminate the problem. A nest or web can cause the burner to burn with a soft yellow or orange
flame or cause a fire (flashback) at the air shutter beneath the control panel. To clean the inside of the burner,
it must be removed from the gas grill: Remove the screw that attaches the burner to the back wall. Slide the
burner back and upwards to remove. Cleaning: Use a flexible venturi tube brush to clean the inside of the
burner. Shake any loose debris from the burner through the gas inlet. Check the burner ports and valve orifices
for blockages and use an opened paperclip to clean them. Take care not to enlarge the holes. Ensure the insect
screen is clean, tight, and free of any lint or other debris.
Reinstallation : Reverse the procedure to reinstall the burner. Check that the valve enters the burner when
installing.
Grids And Warming Rack : The grids and warming rack are best cleaned with a brass wire brush during the pre-
heating period. Steel wool can be used for stubborn stains. It is normal that stainless grids (if equipped) will
discolor permanently from regular usage due to the high temperature of the cooking surface.
Control Panel : The control panel text is printed directly on the stainless steel and with proper maintenance will
remain dark and legible. To clean the panel, use only warm soapy water or Continental brand stainless steel
cleaner available from your Napoleon dealer. Never apply abrasive cleaners on any stainless surfaces, espe
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cially the printed portion of the control panel or the printing will gradually rub off.
Cleaning Inside The Gas Grill : Remove the cooking grids. Use a brass wire brush to clean loose debris from
the casting sides and underneath the lid. Scrape the sear plates with a putty knife or scraper, and use a wire
brush to remove the ash. Remove the sear plates and brush debris from the burners with the brass wire brush.
Sweep all debris from inside the gas grill into the drip pan.
Drip Pan : Accumulated grease is a fire hazard. Clean the drip pan frequently (every 4 – 5 uses or as often as
required) to avoid grease buildup. Grease and excess drippings pass through to the drip pan, located beneath
the gas grill and accumulate in the disposable grease tray below the drip pan. To clean, slide the drip pan free
of the grill. Never line the drip pan with aluminum foil, sand or any other material as this could prevent the
grease from flowing properly. The pan should be scraped out with a putty knife or scraper, and all the debris
brushed into the disposable grease tray. Replace this tray every 2 – 4 weeks, depending on gas grill usage. For
supplies, see your Napoleon Gas Grill dealer.
Cleaning The Outer Grill Surface : Do not use abrasive cleaners or steel wool on any painted, porcelain or stain -
less steel parts of your Napoleon Grill. Doing so will scratch the finish. Exterior grill surfaces should be cleaned
with warm soapy water while the metal is still warm to the touch. To clean stainless surfaces, use a stainless
steel or a non-abrasive cleaner. Always wipe in the direction of the grain. Over time, stainless steel parts
discolor when heated, usually to a golden or brown hue. This discoloration is normal and does not affect the
performance of the grill. 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 Grill dealer.
WARNING!
Hose: Check for abrasions, melting, cuts, and cracks in the hose. If any of these conditions
exist, do not use the gas grill. Have the part replaced by your Napoleon Gas Grill dealer or qualified gas
installer.
WARNING!
When reinstalling the burner after cleaning it is very
important that the valve/orifice enters the burner tube before lighting your
gas grill. If the valve is not inside the burner tube a fire or explosion could
occur.