Weber 5500 owner manual After a Period of Nonuse, Periodic Cleaning

After a Period of Nonuse

■The Weber Gas Barbecue should be checked for gas leaks and any obstructions in the burner tubes before using. (See Sections "General and Annual Maintenance.")

■Check that the areas under the control panel and the bottom tray are free from debris that might obstruct the flow of combustion or ventilation air.

■The Spider Stopper Guards should also be checked for any obstructions. (See Section "Annual Maintenance.")

Periodic Cleaning

CAUTION: Turn your Weber Gas Barbecue OFF and wait for it to cool before cleaning.

CAUTION: Do not clean your Flavorizer Bars or cooking grates in a self-cleaning oven. Replacement cooking grates and Flavorizer Bars are available through your retailer or the Weber-Stephen Customer Service Center.

Outside surfaces - Use a warm soapy water solution.

CAUTION: Do not use oven cleaner, abrasive cleansers (kitchen cleansers) cleaners that contain citrus products or abrasive cleaning pads on barbecue or cart surfaces.

Bottom tray - Remove excess grease and then wash with warm soapy water.

Flavorizer Bars and Cooking Grates- Clean with a suitable brass bristle brush. As needed, remove from grill and wash with warm soapy water.

Catch pan - Disposable foil trays are available, or you can line the catch pan with aluminum foil. To clean the catch pan, wash with warm soapy water.

Thermometer - Wipe with warm soapy water, clean with plastic scrub ball. Do not put in dishwasher or submerge in water.

Inside cooking box - Brush any debris off of burners tubes. DO NOT ENLARGE BURNER PORTS (OPENINGS). Wash inside of cooking box with warm soapy water.

Inside Lid - While lid is warm, wipe inside with paper towel to prevent flaking due to grease build-up.

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