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PROPER CARE & MAINTENANCE:
• Remove wood pellets from hopper if grill will not be used for a long period of time. Wood pellets
can become soggy due to moisture/humidity and can cause the auger to bind up or not push
pellets to burn chamber.
• Disposal of ashes – Ashes should be placed in a metal container with a tight-fi tting lid. The
closed container of ashes should be placed on a non-combustible fl oor or on the ground, well
away from all combustible materials, pending fi nal disposal. When the ashes are disposed by
burial in soil or otherwise locally dispersed, they should be retained in the closed container
until all cinders have thoroughly cooled.
• To protect your grill from excessive rust, the unit must be kept clean and covered at all times when
not in use.
• Wash cooking grills and heat distribution plate with hot, soapy water, rinse well and dry. Lightly
coat cooking grill with vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray.
• Clean inside and outside of grill by wiping off with a damp cloth. Apply a light coat of vegetable oil
or vegetable oil spray to the interior surface to prevent rusting.
• Never apply paint to the interior surface. Rust spots on the interior surface can be buffed, cleaned,
the lightly coated with vegetable oil or vegetable oil spray to minimize rusting.
• Depending on use, periodically remove the cooking grills, grease tray and heat distribution plate to
clean the ash from in and around the fi re pot. A shop-vac is handy for this chore. Make sure the
grill is cold before starting this procedure.
HELPFUL HINTS:
• If you pre-cook meat or poultry, do so immediately before grilling.
• Never defrost meat at room temperature or on a counter top.
• Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours of taking food off the grill.
• For additional information, please phone the USDA’s toll free Meat & Poultry Hotline at 800-535-
4555.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE:
• Keep the appliance free and clear of combustible materials, gasoline and other fl ammable vapors
and
liquids.
• For safe grilling and peak performance of your grill, perform these checks at least twice per year
or after extended periods of storage.
• Be sure to tighten up all hardware (nuts, bolts, screws, etc.) at least twice per year.
CAUTION:
Some parts may contain sharp edges. Wear protective gloves if necessary.
• Remove the cooking grills, from inside your grill. Use a brush with hot water and detergent to
remove excess residue. NEVER use a commercial oven cleaner. Rinse completely with water.
Towel dry and replace all components as described in the assembly instructions.
COOKING GRILLS:
• Clean with mild soap detergent and water. Use a grill cooking grate brush to remove residue from
the porcelain coated surfaces. The steel wire can cause the fi nish to chip or crack. DO NOT use a
commercial oven cleaner.
