Cleaning the Venturi, Component Cleaning

Care, Maintenance and Cleaning (continued)

STAINLESS STEEL

After initial usage, areas of the grill may discolor from the intense heat given off by the burners, this is normal and not considered a defect.

Purchase a mild stainless steel cleaner and rub in the direction of the grain of the metal. Specks of grease can gather on the surface of the stainless steel and bake on to the surface and give a worn appearance. For removal, use an non-abrasive oven cleaner in conjunction with a stainless cleaner.

NOTE: Always scrub in the direction of the grain.

BATTERY REPLACEMENT (FOR IGNITER):

The igniter is powered by a standard 9 Volt battery. To replace the battery, locate the igniter module by opening the left side door. The igniter module is located near the top edge of the left side panel.

When installing a fresh battery, observe polarity as marked on the igniter module and push in firmly (Fig. 52).

Fig. 52

Igniter

Module

9 Volt Battery

CAUTION

All cleaning and maintenance should be done only when the grill is cool & with the fuel supply turned off at the cylinder.

Suggested Cleaning Materials:

•	Mild dishwashing liquid detergent			•	Hot water • Wire brush
•	Paper clip	•	Nylon cleaning pad	•	Soft brass-bristled brush
•	Putty knife	•	Scraper

Component Cleaning:

•BURNER: Wire-brush loose corrosion from the burner exterior. Clean clogged gas port holes with an opened paper clip. Replace corroded or damaged burners that would emit excess gas.

•STAINLESS STEEL: Clean with any multipurpose (low abrasive, non phosphorous) metal polish or stainless steel polish and a soft cloth to prevent marring or scratching the surface. NEVER

USE OVEN CLEANER!

•COOKING GRATES: Clean cooking grates with mild soap and hot water. Remove stubborn residue with a mild cleanser or scrub brush. DO NOT use a commercial oven cleaner.

•HEAT TENTS: Wipe off grease residue using a cleaning pad and a brass-bristle brush to knock off residue. Replace heat tents to their correct position.

•GRILL INTERIOR: Remove grates and heat tents.

Scrape side with tools and remove excess grease and cooking residue.

Cleaning the Venturi

WARNING

Spider’s nests or wasp’s mud inside the venturi may cause fire at the valve. If a fire occurs, immediately turn off the gas supply at the L.P. cylinder valve (see representative illustration in Fig. 53).

Fig. 53

REPRESENTATIVE ILLUSTRATION

Note:

Spiders and small insects can spin webs and build nests inside the venturi tubes. This especially occurs in late summer and fall before frost when spiders are most active. These nests can obstruct gas flow and cause a fire in and around the burner valves. Such a fire can cause operator injury and serious damage to the grill. To help prevent a blockage and ensure full heat output, clean and inspect the venturi tubes often (once or twice a month). NOTE: Water or air pressure will not normally clear a spider web.

Steps For Cleaning Venturi:

1.To remove the above obstructions, use an accessory flexible venturi brush or bend a small hook on one end of a 20-inch long flexible wire such as the one shown in Fig. 54.

Fig. 54