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4. Cleaning the Grill
Clean the Grill after each use, as accumulation of grease, ash and soot can increase the risk of
a grease fire and result in inefficient operation.
Grease Tray, Drain & Bucket
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Remove foil from the grease tray and wipe off any surface grease.
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Clean out the the V-shaped drain and spout to the grease bucket. This is easiest to do
while the grill is still warm (but not hot). Be careful!
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Dispose of any grease in the grease bucket and wash clean with warm soapy water. For
easy clean up, line the bucket with foil.
Grilling Racks
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Use a Koala Claw wood scraper or other gentle material to scrape off any large chunks.
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Do NOT use a stainless steel wire brush as it can damage the ceramic coating.
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Using a wet cloth while the grill racks are still hot can remove the majority of the grease
(use tongs, Koala Claw or wear heat proof gloves).
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Do NOT use acidic or strong chemical cleaners as they may damage the grill rack ceramic
coating.
Fire-pot and Chimney
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Ash accumulates in the fire-pot and the base of the grill drum. Vacuum out after each
long cook or every 5kg of wood pellets used. Only vacuum when the grill is cold, switched
OFF and unplugged from power supply.
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Once every 50+ hours of use, remove the chimney cap and clean off any soot with old
toothbrush and wipe clean with BBQ wipes.
Grill Surfaces
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Wipe down the inside and outside of the grill with BBQ cleaning wipes, or warm soapy
water and moist (not too wet) cloth.
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Cover the grill with the protective cover when not in use if stored outdoors. The grill must
not be exposed to rain.
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Gently clean the temperature sensor inside the grill periodically to ensure accurate
temperature readings.
Food Temperature Probes
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Food probes must be scrubbed thoroughly after each use with hot soapy water to avoid
food contamination.
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Do not immerse the entire probe or cable in water.
Wood Pellets
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Wood pellets can absorb moisture if sitting for an extended period of time in the hopper.
They may not burn properly and, if very moist, can even cause the auger to become
blocked.
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Always store wood pellets in an air tight bag or container.
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If not using the grill for several weeks, scoop out wood pellets in the hopper and run the
grill until all pellets are depleted.
