CARE AND MAINTENANCE
AFTER USE SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE
WARNING
• Use caution when lifting and moving the unit to avoid strain injuries.
• DO NOT store the unit near gasoline or other combustible liquids or where combustible vapors may
be present. Keep the area around the appliance clear and free of combustible materials and
vapors.
• DO NOT store this appliance in an area accessible to children or pets. Store the appliance in a dry,
protected location.
• DO NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around the appliance after is has been used until it has
cooled. It is hot during operation and remains hot for a period of time following use.
• DO NOT leave hot ashes unattended until the appliance cools completely.
• The grill becomes extremely hot. Allow the appliance to cool completely before handling.
• Dispose of cold ashes by wrapping them in heavy-duty aluminum foil and placing them in a
noncombustible container.
• If you must dispose of the ashes in less time than it takes for them to completely cool, remove
the ashes using heat-resistant gloves, along with metal tongs, or fireplace shovel. Place the
ashes in aluminum foil. Completely soak the ashes with water before disposing of them in a
noncombustible container.
CAUTION: All care and maintenance procedures are to be performed while the unit is
completely cooled.
Hand-wash the cooking grates with hot, soapy water. Rinse and dry thoroughly. After cleaning and
drying, it may be preferential to coat the cooking grates lightly with cooking oil or cooking spray.
To clean the inside and outside of the unit, simply use a damp cloth. Spray-washing with a water hose
is not recommended. Moisture should be wiped away and not allowed to stand inside or on top of the
unit. Once cleaned, lightly coat the interior of the firebox with cooking oil or cooking spray.
If rust is present on the exterior surface of the unit, clean the area with steel wool or an emery cloth
and use high temperature, heat-resistant paint.
NEVER apply additional paint to the interior of the unit. If rust is present on the interior of the unit,
clean it thoroughly with steel wool or an emery cloth and lightly coat the area with cooking oil or
cooking spray to help minimize recurring rust.
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