CARE AND MAINTENANCE(CONTINUED)
Cleaning Surfaces
1. Wipe surfaces clean with mild dishwashing detergent or baking soda mixed
with water.
2. For stubborn surfaces, use a citrus-based degreaser and a nylon scrubbing
brush.
3. Rinse clean with water.
4. Allow to air dry.
Cleaning Burners
1. Turn LP gas tank valve to "CLOSED".
2. Turn all control knobs clockwise to the "
Note: A "poof" sound is normal as the last of the gas is burned.
3. Disconnect LP gas tank per "Disconnecting LP Gas Tank" section.
4. Remove cooking grids and heat plates.
5. Remove burners by removing the fasteners, which secure the burners to the
grill bottom.
6. Lift burners up and away from gas valve orifice.
7. Disconnect wire from spark electrode.
8. Clean venturi of each burner with small bottle brush or compressed air.
9. Remove all food residue and dirt from burner surface.
10. Clean any clogged ports with a stiff wire (such as an opened paper clip).
11. Inspect burners for any damage (cracks or holes). If damage is found, replace
with new burner(s) from manufacturer.
12. Re-install burner(s). Checking to insure that gas valve orifice is correctly
positioned inside each burner/venturi tube. Also, check position of spark
electrode.
13. Replace heat plate(s) and cooking grid(s).
14. Connect LP gas tank per "Installing LP Gas Tank" section.
15. Perform leak test per "Checking for Leaks" section.
Before Storing
1. Turn LP gas tank valve to "CLOSED".
2. Turn all control knobs clockwise to the "
Note: A "poof" sound is normal as the last of the gas is burned.
3. Disconnect LP gas tank per "Disconnecting LP Gas Tank" section.
4. Clean all surfaces.
5. Lightly coat the burner(s) and cooking grid(s) with cooking oil to prevent excess
rusting.
6. If storing the grill indoors, disconnect the LP tank per "Disconnecting LP Gas
Tank" section.
7. Place the protective cap cover on the LP tank and store the tank outdoors in a
well-ventilated area out of direct sunlight.
8. If storing the grill indoors, cover the grill and store in a cool dry place.
9. If storing the grill outdoors, cover the grill with a grill cover for protection from
the weather.
OFF" position.
OFF" position.
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Figure 6
Burner Flame Conditions
Use this chart to see if your burners need
to be cleaned.
1-2 in. /
25.4 - 50.8 mm
Normal: Soft blue flames with
yellow tips between 1 in. - 2 in.
height.
Needs cleaning: Noisy with
hard blue flames.
Has to be replaced: Wavy with
yellow flames.