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FAQ QUESTIONS |
1. Should I winterize my grill? |
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A. Many people grill year-round, so winterizing and storing your grill through the off-season is strictly a matter of personal preference. Nonetheless, even if you do grill year-round, inclement weather and extreme temperatures must be given special consideration, not only during colder weather, but even during the summer months.
A. If your grill has been well cared for, gearing up for the season should be a snap. Remove the cover and clear away any accumulated dirt, dust, and spider webs. Spiders are attracted to propane and tend to nest in gas tubes. Clean the burner orifices with pipe cleaners or toothpicks. Perform the leak tests on gas grills as instructed in your owners manual. Cast iron grids can be seasoned before use and as needed throughout the season. Even nickel plated grids can be pretreated with cooking spray to prevent food from sticking.
A. Wash and rinse grids with warm soapy water and dry completely. Spread a thin coating of solid vegetable shortening over the entire surface. Install the grids on the grill, light the burners, and turn to the low setting with the hood closed. Allow the grids to heat for an hour, then turn the burners off and allow the grids to cool. This process can be repeated as needed.
A. Grills exteriors can be cleaned with warm, soapy water. Do not use wire brushes or abrasive cleaners on porcelain surfaces. Do not use oven cleaner or other corrosive chemicals.
A. Do not go strictly by the heat indicator to determine the temperature of your grill. It is merely an indicator of heat and is not exact. If your food is cooking within a reasonable period of time, chances are that the heat indicator has lost its calibration and is giving a false reading. An oven thermometer more precisely measures exact temperature. However, if it takes an inordinately long period of time for your food to cook, you will need to try different things to determine where the problem lies. ....... . . . . .. .. .. .. .. . . .. .. . .....................[BACK TO TOP]
A. First, rest assured that no toxic materials were used in the manufacturing of your grill, and that the processes used comply with all industry standards. Actually, the hood is not painted, but is porcelain coated. The flaking you are seeing is a build-up of creosote, a residue that naturally occurs while cooking. It can be easily removed with a soft-bristled brush and prevented by occasionally wiping down the inside of the hood with a de-greaser.
A. Because they are cast iron, rust will naturally occur. For that reason, the burners need to be removed on occasion and wire-brushed so that the rust does not accumulate.
A. You can download an owners manual by going here. If you are unable to download please send your name and address along with the model number that you own and we will gladly send the owners manual to you.
A. Outdoor temperature and propane gas temperature differences can cause condensation. Liquid propane gets colder as the tank empties and the pressure levels drop which creates condensation. Disconnect the regulator hose from the unit and tank for at least 30 minutes to equalize the temperature.
A. Outside temperature, humidity, barometric pressure, air in the gas lines or hoses, and the gas level within the tank may cause the rubber diaphragm inside the regulator to vibrate, making a humming or whistling sound. Although this sound may be alarming, this is NOT dangerous as long as it is not accompanied by the smell of gas. Simply adjust the burner settings and usually the sound will subside. If the humming sound persists, disconnect the regulator from the cylinder and then reconnect it. This will reset the excess flow valve.
A. Always perform a leak test before each use. Never use an open flame to test for gas leaks. Perform leak test in a well ventilated area. Do not perform leak test on a grill while it is hot or in use. Do not use the LP gas grill if you detect a gas leak. ....... . . . . .. .. .. .. .. . . .. .. . .....................[BACK TO TOP]
A. Supplies Needed for a Leak Test: Clean paint brush, water, and dishwashing liquid. ....... . . . . .. .. .. .. .. . . .. .. . .....................[BACK TO TOP]
A. Waxing any part of your grill is unnecessary, ineffective, and could streak or stain the grill's finish. Plus, you could experience burnt wax odor or taste when the grill is hot. ....... . . . . .. .. .. .. .. . . .. .. . .....................[BACK TO TOP]
A. Although your grill's finish is very durable and designed to withstand extreme heat, in the event that you wish to touch-up, be sure to use a paint specially formulated for high-heat applications. After painting, turn your grill to high and allow the paint to bake on, or cure, before cooking. ....... . . . . .. .. .. .. .. . . .. .. . .....................[BACK TO TOP]
A. Never use oven cleaner, as it is much too corrosive for use on any part of your charcoal, electric, or gas grill. ....... . . . . .. .. .. .. .. . . .. .. . .....................[BACK TO TOP]
A. The Bushman, Bondi, and Joey models use a Flavor Activator panel that is designed to do the same thing as lava rock or briquettes. When the drippings come into contact with a hot surface, whatever medium that is, they dissipate and create the smoke from which the food gets its grilled flavor. ....... . . . . .. .. .. .. .. . . .. .. . .....................[BACK TO TOP] |
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