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CARE AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Always disconnect the electrical cord prior to opening the grill for any inspection, cleaning,
maintenance or service work. Ensure the grill is completely cooled to avoid injury.
Any Pit Boss® unit will give you many years of flavorful service with minimum cleaning. Follow these cleaning and maintenance
tips to service your grill:
1.
ASH CLEAN-OUT
• At the bottom of the grill barrel is an ash cleanout feature, giving you easy access
to the inside of your fire box to easily clean it as often as needed. To empty, release
the buckle latch on the ash box hook. While holding the handle, slide the ash box
away from the buckle, then pull down to remove. Once emptied, replace the ash box
by lifting it back into the bottom of the grill barrel, sliding the ash box towards the
buckle, then fastening the ash box hook with the buckle latch.
WARNING: This feature can only be operated when the grill is cooled down.
2.
HOPPER ASSEMBLY
• The hopper includes a clean-out feature to allow for ease of cleaning and a quick
change out of pellet fuel flavors. To empty, locate the plate and the cover of the
drop chute on the back side of the hopper. Place a clean, empty pail under the drop
chute cover, then remove the cover piece. Unscrew the plate, slide outwards, and
pellets will empty.
NOTE: Use a long handled brush or shop-vac to remove excess pellets,
sawdust, and debris for a complete clean-out through the hopper screen.
• Running all pellets out of your auger system is recommended if your grill will be unused for an extended period
of time. This can be done by simply running your grill, on an empty hopper, until all pellets have emptied from the
auger tube.
• Check and clean off any debris from the fan air intake vent, found on the bottom of the hopper. Once the hopper
access panel is removed (see
Electric Wire Diagram
for diagram), carefully wipe off any grease build-up directly on
the fan blades. This ensures airflow is sufficient to the feed system.
3.
MEAT PROBES
• Kinks or folds in the Meat Probe wires may cause damage to the part. Wires should be rolled up in a large, loose coil.
• Although Meat Probes are stainless steel, do not place in the dishwasher or submerge in water. Water damage to the
internal wires will cause the probe to short-out, causing false readings. If damaged, it should be replaced.
PLATE
COVER
4.
INSIDE SURFACES
• It is recommended to clean your Burn Pot after every few uses. This will ensure proper ignition and avoid any hard
build-up of debris or ash in the Burn Pot.
• Use a long-handled grill cleaning brush, remove any food or build-up from the cooking grids. Best practice is to do
this while they are still warm from a previous cook. Grease fires are caused by too much fallen debris on the cooking
components of the grill. Clean the inside of your grill on a consistent basis. In the event you experience a grease fire,
keep the grill lid closed to choke out the fire. If the fire does not go out quickly, carefully remove the food, turn the
grill off, and shut the lid until the fire is completely out. Lightly sprinkle baking soda, if available.
• Check your grease bucket often, and clean out as necessary. Keep in mind the type of cooking you do.
IMPORTANT: Due to high heat, do not cover the flame broiler or probes with aluminum foil.
5.
OUTSIDE SURFACES
• The front shelf includes a removable panel underneath for ease of cleaning. From
below, push the backing plate towards the main barrel to remove. Clean, then
replace by sliding back into place.
• Wipe your grill down after each use. Use warm soapy water to cut the grease. Do
not use oven cleaner, abrasive cleansers or abrasive cleaning pads on the outside
grill surfaces.
All painted surfaces are not covered under warranty, but rather
are part of general maintenance and upkeep.
For paint scratches, wearing, or
flaking of the finish, all painted surfaces can be touched up using high heat BBQ
paint.
• Use a grill cover to protect your grill for complete protection! A cover is your best protection against weather and
outside pollutants. When not in use or for longterm storage, keep the unit under a cover in a garage or shed.
CLEANING FREQUENCY TIME TABLE (NORMAL USE)
ITEM
CLEANING FREQUENCY
CLEANING METHOD
Bottom of Main Grill
Every 5-6 Grill Sessions
Scoop Out, Shop-Vac Excess Debris
Burn Pot
Every 2-3 Grill Sessions
Scoop Out, Shop-Vac Excess Debris
Cooking Grids
After Each Grill Session
Burn Off Excess, Brass Wire Brush
Flame Broiler
Every 5-6 Grill Sessions
Scrape Main Plate with Slider,
Do Not Wash Clean
Shelves
After Each Grill Session
Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
Grease Bucket
After Each Grill Session
Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
Auger Feed System
When Pellet Bag is Empty
Allow Auger to Push Out Sawdust, Leaving Hopper Empty
Hopper Electric Components
Once A Year
Dust Out Interior, Wipe Fan Blades with Soapy Water
Air Intake Vent
Every 5-6 Grill Sessions
Dust, Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
Grill Probe
Every 2-3 Grill Sessions
Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
FROM
BELOW
