MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
WARNING
Never clean a hot grill. Make sure that the grill is cool and all coals are completely extinguished prior to removing any parts. A hot grill could cause severe burns.
WARNING
Accumulated grease is a fire hazard. Empty ash tray before each use and clean any grease
Grids
The grids are best cleaned with a long handled brass or stainless steel brush (NOT STEEL) during the preheating period.
Inside the Grill
Remove cooking grids charcoal frame, grates and ash pan. Use a brass brush and or scraper to clean and loosen debris from the bottom sides and lid. Be careful not to damage gasket material.
Use a wet dry vacuum to pick up loose debris.
If desired you can wash the inside of the grill. Wash the inside with a mild detergent and warm water and scrub using a brass brush. Be careful not to damage gasket material. Rinse well and wipe dry.
Ash Pan
Any grease
Grill Exterior
Clean regularly with a solution of mild detergent and warm water. Touch up paint is available from your dealer. Broilmaster protec- tive covers are recommended. Stainless steel can be cleaned with a spray on stainless steel cleaner found in most hardware stores or home center.
IMPORTANT!
Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners on the exterior of your grill or mounting. This could damage the paint or fin- ish on the grill.
Heat Indicator Calibration
1.The heat indicator can be calibrated if needed. Remove the heat indicator from the grill and place the probe end in a pot of boiling water. It should read 212 degrees. Set the heat indi- cator by turning the nut on the back slightly until it reads 212 degrees, and recheck again.
Gasket
The gasket material installed on the lid and doors is designed to last for years under normal use. If the gasket shows signs of de- terioration or excessive wear, it should be replaced using the ap- propriate Broilmaster Replacement Gasket Kit:
DPP307 Door Gasket Kit
DPP308 Lid Gasket Kit
Gasket Replacement Instructions
WARNING
Make sure that the grill is cool and all coals are completely extinguished prior to removing any parts or servicing. A hot grill could cause severe burns.
1.Ensure the grill is cool before starting.
2.Remove the cooking grids.
3.With a flat edged scraping tool or putty knife, remove the old gasket material.
4.Remove any gasket or adhesive residue with household ad- hesive remover. Always follow the manufacturer’s safety in- structions when using these products.
5.Allow the grill to dry for 30 minutes.
6.Replace the gasket material by removing the backing tape from the new gasket. Take care to not touch the adhesive side. Starting in a rear corner, lay the gasket along the outer edge and press firmly. Do not pull or stretch the gasket when applying.
7.Trim any excess gasket material as needed.
8.Close the lid and/or doors and let dry for 24 hours. IMPORTANT! Initial Use: The first time the grill is used with the new gasket, operate the grill at temperatures of 350 to 400 de- grees maximum. This will season and set the gasket adhesive properly. Let burn for at least 60 minutes.
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