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Care and Maintenance
IMPORTANT
Always allow to completely cool off before covering your grill to prevent corrosion from condensation.
CAUTION
All cleaning and maintenance should be done when the grill is cool, with the fuel supply turned off at the control dial and the
propane cylinder disconnected. DO NOT clean any grill part in a self-cleaning oven. The extreme heat will damage the finish.
Cleaning Your Appliance
NOTE:
You should clean your appliance after each use to maintain the overall appearance over the life of your appliance. After
the first use, it is normal for your appliance to become discolored in certain areas from the heat produced by the burners.
Exterior Cleaning
When cleaning your appliance, always scrub and polish in the direction of the stainless steel grain. Wipe down the exterior of
the appliance to remove any splatter or grease. Do not use harsh abrasives. Use a stainless steel cleaner to clean the exterior
surface for a polished look. To remove baked-on foods, use a fine to medium grit non-metallic abrasive pad with a stainless steel
cleaner to avoid specks of grease collecting in the grain causing the appearance of rust. Before installing the cover, always allow
the surface to dry. DO NOT cover a damp appliance.
Drip Tray
Clean the drip try after each use. Failure to do so could result in a fire. Once the appliance has cooled completely, remove the
tray by pulling it all the way out until it comes free. Clean the tray with hot soapy water and re-install. If using an oven cleaning
agent, be sure to carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions to avoid damage to the stainless steel.
Heat Separators, Flame Tamers, Grilling and Warming Racks
To clean after each use, turn the appliance on HIGH for 10-15 minutes with the lid closed. This allows any food particles or
grease drippings to burn away. Brush components to remove any remaining charred materials. The appliance must be
completely cooled before proceeding. Make sure the gas supply is off and all control knobs are in the “OFF” position. You must
remove all cooking grids and flame tamers to expose the main burners in the appliance. On the bottom rear of each burner is a
cotter pin. Remove cotter pin. To remove burner, pull rod upwards and slide burner toward the rear of the appliance. Repeat for
each burner. To clean the burners, use a wire brush to clean the exterior of the burner. Free all clogged ports of obstructions
with a small metal object. Clean out any debris through the air shutter and inspect the burner inlet to ensure it is free of any
obstructions. Use a rod or pipe cleaner to remove any debris within the burner if necessary.
Burner Assembly
1.
Turn gas off at the control knobs and propane tank.
2.
Remove cooking grates and heat plate.
3.
Remove grease cup.
4.
Remove burner by unscrewing nut from beneath burner “foot” using a screwdriver and pliers.
5.
Lift burner up and away from the gas valve orifice.
6.
Clean inlet (venturi tube) of burner with small bottle brush or compressed air.
7.
Remove all food residue and dirt on outside of burner surface.
8.
Clean any clogged ports with a stiff wire (such as an opened paper clip).
9.
Inspect burner for damage (cracks or holes). If damage is found, replace with a new burner. Reinstall burner. Make certain
the gas valve orifices are correctly positioned, pointing straight into burner inlet (venturi tube). Also, check position of
spark electrode.
NOTE:
Make sure each burner is properly placed after cleaning. It is very important to ensure the end of the burner is installed
appropriately onto the gas valve to ensure gas flows safely into the burner. Failure to meet these conditions can cause
dangerous conditions that can cause personal injury and/or property damage.
