Maintenance / Cleaning Instructions

It is recommended that the ashtray/drippan be emptied out after each use.

WARNING! Ensure the grill is cool and all coals are completely extinguished prior to removing any part from your grill.

WARNING! Always wear protective gloves and safety glasses when cleaning your grill. WARNING! Do not use pressure washer to clean any part of the grill.

WARNING! To avoid the possibility of burns, maintenance should be done only when the grill is cool. Avoid unprotected contact with hot surfaces. Clean grill in an area where cleaning solutions will not harm decks, lawns, or patios. Do not use oven cleaner to clean any part of this grill. Do not use a self-cleaning oven to clean cooking grids or any other parts of the grill. Barbecue sauce and salt can be corrosive and will cause rapid deterioration of the grill components unless cleaned regularly.

Grids And Warming Rack: The grids and warming rack are best cleaned with a brass wire brush during the pre-heating period. Steel wool can be used for stubborn stains.

Cleaning Inside The Grill: Remove the cooking grids. Use a brass wire brush to clean loose debris from the casting sides and the insides of the lid. Scrape the inside of the base with a putty knife or scraper, and use a wire brush to remove ash. Sweep all debris from inside the grill into the removable ash/drip pan. If desired you can wash the inside of the grill with a mild detergent and water. Rinse well with clear water and wipe dry.

WARNING! Accumulated grease is a fire hazard. Clean the drip pan after each use to avoid grease buildup.

Ash/Drip Pan: Ashes, grease and excess drippings pass through to the ash/drip pan, located beneath the charcoal grill, and accumulate. To clean, slide the pan free of the grill. Never line the pan with aluminum foil, sand or any other material as this could prevent the grease from flowing properly. The pan should be scraped out with a putty knife or scraper, and all the debris brushed into a non-combustible metal container. Wash the ash/drip pan with a mild detergent and water. Rinse well with clear water and wipe dry.

Cleaning The Outer Grill Surface: Do not use abrasive cleaners or steel wool on any painted, porcelain or stainless steel parts of your Napoleon Grill. Doing so will scratch the finish. Exterior grill surfaces should be cleaned with warm soapy water while the metal is still warm to the touch. To clean stainless surfaces, use a stainless steel or a non-abrasive cleaner. Always wipe in the direction of the grain. Over time, stainless steel parts discolor when heated, usually to a golden or brown hue. This discoloration is normal and does not affect the performance of the grill. Porcelain enamel components must be handled with additional care. The baked-on enamel finish is glass-like, and will chip if struck. Touch-up enamel is available from your Napoleon Grill dealer.