Meco 2440, 2400, 2420, 2430, 2410 owner manual END of Cooking Session, Cleaning the Grill

END OF COOKING SESSION

·To avoid burns, allow the grill and the grease in the grease container to cool before emptying, handling parts or cleaning.

·To reduce the risk of a fire, empty the Grease container after each cooking session so excessive grease does not accumulate.

·Never light the LP gas grill without the Grease Container in place.

·Allow grill to completely cool before replacing side burner cover.

1)When you have finished using your grill, turn the grill Control Knob clockwise to the “Off” position. Make sure there are no open flames nearby,

2)Disconnect the LP cylinder from the Grill Burner, Side table Burner and the Lantern. Remove the Lantern and gas tube from the grill. Store them in a safe place.

3)Wait until the grill is cool before closing the hood, cleaning or putting on a cover.

4)Regularly clean your LP gas grill between uses and after extended storage periods. To maintain the condition and extend the life of your grill, cover the unit when stored out side for any length of time, especially during the winter months.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

To reduce the risk of a cut injury:

·Be careful or wear protective gloves when cleaning grill parts that have sharp edges.

To re-install the Bowl Pan, be sure to locate the indents on the (4) Bowl Pan posts and re-connect the electrode wire.

5)Lantern-Wipe clean the lantern housing, globe and top cap with a mild detergent and soft cloth. Do not use abrasive cleaners that will scratch the housing.

6)Burners-Clean the Burners annually, or whenever heavy build-up is found, to ensure that there are no signs of blockage (debris, insects) in either the burner portholes, the primary air inlet, or the neck of the burner. (See Burner cleaning instructions next section.)

FIG. 18A Disconnect Electrode Wire from Ignitor

Lift Bowl Pan out

	Bowl Pan Posts (4)
FIG. 18B

CLEANING THE GRILL

1)Remove Grease Container and Cooking Grid.

2)Grease Container-Wash the Grease Container with soap and water.

3)Cooking Grid-Clean the residue off with a baking soda and water solution. For stubborn stains, use a non-abrasive scouring powder. Do not use steel wool or other abrasive cleaners that can scratch the non-stick coating. This can cause foods to stick.

4)Hood and Body-It is not necessary to remove all the grease from inside the hood. Wipe the outside hood and body with paper towels or soft damp cloth. For further cleaning, use warm soapy water and a cloth. Do not use steel wool, oven cleaner or other abrasive cleaners that can scratch the painted surfaces.

5)Remove excess grease and/or fat from the Bowl with a soft plastic or wooden scraper or nylon-bristled brush only. Do not immerse the gas controls. Avoid getting water in the Burner Holes.) The Bowl Pan can be removed for additional cleaning or replacement. Follow procedure for removing the burner screw and Main Grill Burner. Then disconnect the electrode wire from the Ignitor under the grill and lift the Bowl Pan out. (Fig. 18A & 18B)

To reduce the risk of fire beneath the grill:

·Inspect and clean clogged burner/venturi tubes for insects and insect nests.

·Make sure LP cylinders are disconnected from the grill Main Burner, Side Burner and Lantern, that all control knobs are turned off, and the grill is completely cooled before cleaning the burners.

How to Clean the Burners:

A)Main Grill Burner and Side Burner:

a)Remove the Cooking Grid.

b)Remove the Main Grill Burner, by first removing the single screw securing it to the bowl. (FIG. 18C)

c)Remove Burner from the grill by lifting the burner up and out. You do not have to remove Side Burner.

d)Use a pipe cleaner to clear insect nests from the Main Burner and the Side Burner inlet hole. (FIG. 18D & 18E) Open up clogged burner holes with a small nail or wire. (FIG. 18D & 18F) Normal wear and corrosion could enlarge some holes, however, if large cracks or holes are found, replace the Burner. Note: It is normal for surface rust to be present on the burners. The burners can be wire brushed and coated with cooking

oil periodically. Make sure there are no insects or insect

17nests blocking the inlet hole.