Proper care and maintenance will keep your grill in

good operating condition and prolong its life. Follow

these cleaning procedures on a timely basis and your

grill will stay clean and operate with minimum effort.

CAUTION: Be sure your grill is off and cool before

cleaning, and always wear protective gloves when

cleaning your grill.

Cleaning The Cooking Grates

Wash your cooking grates in a mild soap and warm water solution. You can use a wash cloth, vegetable brush, or brass bristled brush.

Never use any type of steel bristled brush. Dry them when finished.

Cleaning the Heat Diffusers

Wash the heat diffusers periodically in a soap and warm water solution. Use a vegetable brush to remove stubborn burnt-on cooking residue. Dry

the heat diffusers thoroughly before you reinstall them into the firebox.

Cleaning the Grease Tray and Pan

To reduce the chance of fire, the grease tray and grease pan should be visually inspected before each grill use. Remove any grease and wash both with a mild soap and warm water solution.

Cleaning the Inside of the Grill Lid

Grease can have a tendency to build up on the inside of the grill lid and could drip onto the deck or patio when the lid is opened. Visually inspect the inside of the grill lid before each grill use. Remove

any grease and wash with a mild soap and warm water solution.

Annual Cleaning of the Grill Interior

Burning-off excess food after every cookout will keep it ready for instant use. We recommend you periodically give the entire grill a thorough cleaning to minimize your risk of grease fire and keep the grill in good shape. Follow these steps:

1.Turn all burner valves to the "OFF" position.

2.Turn the LP gas tank valve to the "OFF" position.

3.Disconnect the regulator assembly from the gas tank. Inspect the hose for cracking, cuts or any other damage, and replace as necessary. Refer to the Parts List in this Operator's Manual.

4.Remove and clean the cooking grates, heat diffusers, warming rack, burners, and grease tray.

5.Cover each gas valve orifice with aluminum foil.

6.Brush the inside and bottom of the grill with a fiber pad or nylon brush and wash with a mild soap and warm water solution. Rinse thoroughly and let dry.

7.Remove aluminum foil from orifices and check each orifice for obstruction.

8.Replace the burners, ensuring the burners fit

 

down

over

each

valve

orifice.

 

 

 

9.

Check

and

clean

 

each

electrode

tip.

Adjust

 

the

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

spacing

between

 

the

tips

and

the burner

as

 

necessary.

The

 

space

between

the

electrode

 

tip and

burner

should

be

approximately

 

3/16".

10.

Replace

the

heat

diffusers,

grates,

warming

 

rack, and grease

 

tray.

 

 

 

 

 

11.

Reconnect

the

gas source

and

observe

the

 

burner

flame for

correct

operation.

 

 

Cleaning Exterior Surfaces:

Cleaning Exterior Surfaces:

Wash with a mild dish soap and warm water solution. A cloth, soft brush, or plastic cleaning pad can be used. Rinse thoroughly and wipe dry.

Cleaning Exterior Stainless Steel Surfaces: Wash with a mild dish soap and warm water solution. Clean and polish with a stainless steel cleaner. There are many good quality stainless steel cleaners and polishes available. Follow the manufacturer's directions. Always polish in the direction of the lines. Do not

allow dirt and grease to accumulate. Do not use steel wool as it will scratch the surface.

Do not use abrasive cleaners and scrubbers.

CAUTION:

Heat, weathering, machine oils used in the

manufacturing of stainless steel, and dirt can all cause exterior stainless steel surfaces to

turn tan in color. In addition, the following products and naturally occurring substances in the outdoors will damage all stainless steel finishes. Use caution so they will not come in

contact with your grill. Immediately wash them off and dry the stainless steel should they ever come in contact with your gas grill. They include, but are not limited to, pool chemicals (chlorine and bromine), lawn fertilizer, ice melting salts, sea or salt water, urine, bird droppings, and tree sap.

Failure to comply with these instructions may result in a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in injury.

Keep grill area clear and free from

combustible materials, gasoline and other

flammable vapors and liquids.

Do not obstruct the flow of air for combustion and ventilation.

Keep the ventilation openings of the tank enclosure cabinet free and clear of debris.

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