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Care and Maintenance
Please use the following guidelines to keep your grill
clean and looking new. Before any cleaning, make
sure all the burners are in the
OFF
position and grill
is cool to the touch.
Cleaning the Outside of the Grill
For the stainless steel surfaces, wash the outside of
the surface with a soft cloth and a soap and water
solution, and rinse with water.
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of the stainless steel grain.
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the stainless steel grain.
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DO NOT
clean stainless steel with anything
containing acid, mineral spirits or xylene.
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DO NOT
use a wire brush or any abrasive cleaner
on the stainless steel surface as this will cause
scratches in the stainless steel finish.
Cleaning the Inside of the Grill
For safety and efficiency, it is important to remove any
debris or excess grease that may accumulate inside
the grill.
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prevent grease build up.
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and rinse with water.
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soapy water and rinse with water.
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stainless steel rod grates. After cooking, turn
the burners to HIGH and run for approximately
15 minutes with the lid closed. Then turn off the
burners, carefully open the lid and use a wire brush
to clean the excess food residue off the grates.
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with wire brush and wash with a mild soapy water.
Rinse with water.
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off the inner box with a paper towel to remove
excess grease. Then wash the inside of box with
warm, soapy water and rinse with water. For easier
cleanups, you can line the interior of the box with
aluminum foil.
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off the top surface with a paper towel to remove
excess grease. Then wash the top surface with
warm, soapy water and rinse with water.
DO NOT
line the grease tray with
aluminum foil.
Hose Inspection
The hose should be inspected periodically for any
signs of cracking, nicks, cuts or abrasions.
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DO NOT
use the grill.
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shown in the replacement parts section.
Checking the Flame
The flame coming out of the burners should be a
blue/yellow combination and between one to two
inches tall (see below).
To Remove Burner
Make sure all control knobs are in the
OFF
position,
the LP gas supply valve has been closed, and the gas
hose is disconnected from the gas supply.
1.
Open Lid and remove warming rack, cooking racks
and flame tents.
2.
Using a 2 pt Phillips screwdriver, loosen the bolt
holding the burner in the back of the grill.
Note:
This is a bolt/nut combination so make sure
to hold the nut while removing the bolt.
3.
Slide the burner forward and out of the firebox.
4.
Detach the ignition wire from the ignitor.
To Clean Burner
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Tip:
Use a pin or paper clip to unclog.
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damage is found, replace the burner.
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screen are clear from insect nests, dirt, or debris.
Good Flame
Yellow
Light Blue
2 in.(5 cm)
Blue
Yellow
Light Blue
Blue
Bad Flame
