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Storage
CAUTION!
If the grill is stored outside during rainy season, be sure that water can
not get into the pellet hopper. Depending on climate, you may wish to remove
pellets from the hopper between grillings or when not in use for an extended
period. Wet pellets will expand and jam your auger, and even intense humidity
may contribute to this issue. We recommend using a grill cover to protect your
grill from the weather.
Cleaning the Grates
CAUTION!
Cleaning the grates is easier while they are still warm, NOT HOT. Be
careful not to burn yourself. Gloves are recommended.
After removing food, clean the grill grates with a cleaning brush or other tool.
2. ASH REMOVAL
DANGER!
Turn the switch to OFF (O) and unplug the grill before cleaning.
WARNING!
Let the grill cool completely before removing ash.
WARNING!
Ash disposal should be done in accordance with local ordinances or
as detailed below.
Too much ash in the fire pot can cause your flame to die, especially on IGNITE.
Inspect the fire pot regularly. Remove any ash buildup from a COLD fire pot. To
access the fire pot, remove the grill grate, grease drain pan, and heat baffles.
Remove loose ash with a small metal shovel or trowel, or other implement.
Remaining or hard-to-reach ashes may be removed with a shop vac with
extreme care as detailed below:
When the grill is cold, you can use a shop-vac or other vacuum to clean ash from
in and around the fire pot. A utility-type vacuum cleaner with metal collection
receptacle is best, but other types of vacuums can be used.
Ensure that the grill, fire pot, and ash are cold. Empty the vacuum’s receptacle
of previously collected debris to further minimize the risk of fire. Using a tube
attachment, vacuum the ash from the fire pot. Immediately empty the collected
ashes into a metal receptacle such as an empty trash can with a tight-fitting lid.
It is not recommended to use a vacuum that uses a collection bag, but if you plan
to use a bag vacuum, use a new, empty bag to collect ash, then immediately
dispose of the bag in a metal receptacle such as an empty trash can with a tight-
fitting lid.
Dispose of ashes according to the following instructions:
WARNING!
Ashes must be stored in a metal container with a tight-fitting lid, on a
non-combustible surface such as a cement floor or driveway, or on the ground,
and well away from combustible materials. Ashes can be disposed of by burial in
soil or dispersal, or according to local ordinances.
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