MAINTENANCE
10
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
The following components should be inspected and cleaned
(as necessary) before every usage of your gas grill to ensure
optimal performance, safety and efficiency.
COOKING GRIDS
Brush grids with a long-handled stainless-steel grill brush to
remove loose debris. Next, perform a Burn-Off (see below).
After the Burn-Off and while grill is still hot, brush the grids
again to remove any remaining debris.
As the grill is hot,
use caution and oven mitts while handling the brush.
CAST IRON COOKING GRIDS
All OMC cast iron cooking grids are coated with a durable
porcelain enamel finish to protect the grids and reduce the
tendency of food sticking to grids. With all OMC cast iron
cooking grids instead of burning off your grill after each
usage, we recommend leaving food residue on grids and
performing a Burn-Off (see below) before each use; this
helps build up a protective layer of oil on the grids and will
aid in preventing rust and deterioration.
Cast iron grids should be seasoned before every use by
wiping or spraying them with vegetable or olive oil. Ensure
that the whole surface of the grid is covered by a light layer
of oil. This helps prevent rusting and deterioration. If rusting
does occur, scrape it off gently with a scrub pad and season
thoroughly. During longer periods of inactivity, grids should
be seasoned, wiped dry then stored in a dry place. Before
first usage and after periods of storage, grids should be
washed (see “Cooking Grids” to right), dried with paper towel
then wiped down thoroughly with vegetable shortening or
olive/vegetable oil.
FLAV-R-WAVE™
If residue accumulates on the Flav-R-Wave™, remove the
cooking grids and scrape the residue off the Flav-R-Wave™
with a grill brush.
GREASE CUP HOLDER
The grease cup holder is located on the bottom of the
cooking oven immediately below the hole through which
grease will drain. The grease cup is not provided. The clip,
however, has been designed to hold a standard soup can or
jar. Simply snap the can or jar into place. The grease cup
should be checked and replaced regularly to prevent grease
from overflowing onto your patio.
GENERAL CLEANING
Perform a Burn-Off (see below). When gas grill is cool,
remove grids, scrape the Flav-R-Wave™ clean then remove
it. Clean the interior of the gas grill as necessary by scraping
the sides and bottom of the cook box and vacuuming.
BURN-OFF
Ignite the burners as per “Lighting” (page 7). Operate gas
grill on HIGH with lid closed for 10 min. or until smoking
stops. Turn the gas source off then turn control knobs to
OFF.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
The following components should be inspected and cleaned
at least once a year or after any period of storage over 30
days to ensure optimal performance, safety and efficiency.
BURNER
Remove burner and inspect for cracks and deterioration.
Clean venturi tubes using a pipe cleaner or venturi brush to
eliminate any blockages. See “Venturi Tubes.” (Page 3)
While the burner is removed, remove the grease shields,
clean the interior of cook box by scraping the sides and
bottom of the cook box and vacuuming.
HOSE
Inspect and replace if necessary. For propane see “Hose
and Regulator.” (Page 3)
EXTERIOR ALUMINUM COMPONENTS
If white oxidation spots appear, wash the outside of the
aluminum cook box with a mild soap and water solution.
Rinse the surfaces thoroughly then wipe them with a cloth
dipped in cooking oil to restore the luster. For repair of paint
scratches and scuffs, use a good quality HIGH temperature
(600°F) spray paint for touch-up.
STAINLESS STEEL & PORCELAIN COMPONENTS
Wash with soap and water. Use stainless steel cleaner or
“Bar Keepers Friend” to polish and remove stains or rust
marks if they occur. Weathering and extreme heat can cause
a stainless-steel lid to turn a tan color. This is discoloration
and is not considered a manufacturing defect.
RESIN COMPONENTS AND SIDE SHELVES
Wash with soap and water.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
If a problem is found with the regulator, hose, burner, or
control valves, do not attempt repair. See your dealer,
approved service center, or contact the factory for repairs or
replacement parts. To ensure optimum performance, use
only original BROIL KING® replacement parts.
LEAK TEST
When reconnecting a gas cylinder on propane models, be
sure to check for leaks. See “Leak Testing.” (Page 6)
