SPIDERS AND INSECTS:
The burner venturi area is narrow, dark and protected
making the burners extremely attractive to spiders. A nesting spider is capable of spinning a
web overnight that could block gas and air flow. This is a very dangerous condition which can
cause a fire to occur behind the valve panel, thereby damaging the grill and making it unsafe
to operate.
You should inspect the burners at least once a year or immediately if any of the following
conditions occur:
1. The smell of gas in conjunction with the burner flames appearing yellow.
2. The grill does not heat to high temperatures or heats unevenly.
3. The burners make popping noises.
If there is evidence of spiders, immediately turn gas off and try to use a small brush to
eliminate the spider webs. If there are webs blocking the air mixer, insert a bottle brush into
the end of the burner, twist and pull the webs out.
CAUTION:
Never, under any circumstances, use a pesticide near your grill to eliminate
spiders or other insects, as this could be extremely hazardous.
CLEANING THE BURNERS/AIR MIXER:
Remove the burner/air mixer assembly, cover the valve orifices with a small piece of
aluminum foil to keep out dirt. Clean all burner's port openings, sides and bottom with a stiff
wire brush. Any clogged flame holes may be opened using a thin wire. Use a bottle brush,
pipe cleaner or long flexible wire to clean out the air mixer. Be extremely careful not to enlarge
the hole.
TIP
: Shine a flashlight through the openings to ensure there is no blockage.
CLEAN UNIT THOROUGHLY AFTER EACH USE!
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