Installation Instructions and Manual

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MAINTENANCE TIPS MAINTENANCE TIPS
STAINLESS STEEL MAINTENANCE
IMPORTANT NOTE: FOR LOCATIONS
NEAR COASTAL AREAS AND POOLS
WARRANTY NOTE
LOW FLAME ADJUSTMENT
control knob and while pressing turn
clockwise to the “OFF” position.
2. Always close the valve from the gas
When removing stubborn stains:
1. Do not use metallic abrasives and always
rub in the direction of the grain
2. Some household cleaning products are not
suitable for stainless steel; be sure to read
the label before using on the grill
3. Always use the mildest cleaning solution
first, scrubbing in the direction of the grain
4. Specks of grease may gather in the grain
of the stainless steel and bake on to the
surface, giving the appearance of rust
5. To remove these baked-on foods use a fine
to medium grit non-metallic abrasive pad
(Scotch Brite is good) in conjunction with a
stainless-steel cleaner
6. Solutions used for cleaning concrete and
masonry can be very corrosive and will
‘attack’ stainless steel
7. Be sure your Summerset products are well
protected before using these products
After each use wipe down the exterior of the
grill to remove grease and splatters. Use a
commercially available stainless-steel cleaner
to clean and polish the exterior surfaces. Doing
these things on a regular basis minimizes the
amount of effort required
#304 stainless steel materials used in the
construction of your Summerset Professional
Grill are highly rust resistant, however, chlorine
in the air from swimming pools or the salt from
sea air may cause surface rust to appear and
even create some pitting if left on the product.
Here are a few tips to avoid this:
• Routinely wash with
warm soapy water
and apply stainless steel polish to
protect
grill interior.
• Burn off excess food debris and marinades
for 15 minutes after cooking
• Once the unit is cool, turn over the burner
covers and burn the top side (the burner
covers are reversible and are able to
be mounted upside down for cleaning
purposes)
• Use an approved stainless-steel oven
cleaner to remove grease build up and
wipe away
• Routinely have a professional barbecue
cleaning company detail the barbecue for
best results and longevity
PRE-HEATING THE GRILL
Pre
-heating your grill every time you use it is
extremely important. Pre-heating allows the
briquettes to properly heat up, providing more
even and more consistent cooking results. Pre-
heat your grill by igniting all main burners. Then
close the hood and allow the grill to heat for 10 to
15 minutes, the hood thermometer should reach
approximately 450°. Once you’ve reached
your desired pre-heat temperature, turn off the
burners that you won’t be using to cook your
food. Remember, surface temperature can be
up to 200° higher.
SHUT OFF INSTRUCTIONS
1. To shut off the unit, depress each valve
• To Adjust the Burner to a Low Setting:
• Make sure the grill is cool and the gas is off
• Remove the racks so you can see the flames
wh
ile adjusting the flame height
• Turn the burner to “LOW”
• Pull off the control knob
• Use a flat head screw driver and adjust the
“gold flathead screw” in the valve to the
proper flame height
• Turn on the gas and light the burner
allowing it to preheat on high for 3 minutes
• Turn off gas and readjust if needed
supply after each use of the unit.
NOTE: When using
a portable propane tank:
Propane tanks are equipped with a safety
shutdown device that may cause low or no gas
pressure/flame at the burners if operating and
lighting instructions are not followed exactly.
CLEANING THE DRIP TRAY
The drip tray should be cleaned after each use.
After the grill is completely cool, remove the
drip tray by pulling it out until it stops, then lifting
the front edge until the drip tray comes free.
Clean it with hot soapy water or an oven-style
cleaning product and re-install. When using an
oven-style cleaning product be sure to carefully
follow the manufacturer’s instructions. Many of
these cleaners are toxic and can damage the
stainless-steel finish if not used properly. Also,
check the tray after rain. If you’ve left the grill
uncovered, you may need to remove the drip
tray to drain the water from the tray.
MAINTENANCE TIPS
ST
AINLESS STEEL NEEDS TO BE
CLEANED?!? ABSOLUTELY!
Stainless steels need to be cleaned for aesthetic
considerations and to preserve corrosion
resistance. Stainless steel is protected from
corrosion by a thin layer of chromium oxide.
Oxygen from the atmosphere combines with
the chromium in the stainless steel to form
this passive chromium oxide film that protects
from further corrosion. Any contamination of
the surface by dirt, or other material, hinders
this passivation process and traps corrosive
agents reducing corrosion protection. Thus,
routine cleaning is necessary to preserve the
appearance and integrity of the surface. If you
think about it, you wash your dishes and clean
your cooking surfaces after each use in your
indoor kitchen...Why should your outdoor
cooking appliance be any different???
GRILL EXTERIOR
GRILL INTERIOR
• Regularly wipe down the exterior surfaces
with a damp cloth (micro fiber towels work
well)
• Allow the surfaces to dry before installing
the cover Do not cover a damp grill
• In extreme environments apply a rust
inhibitor which leaves a microscopic
protective layer on the grill
• For seasonal storage use the product
referred to above, ensure the grill is
dry, then cover and secure the cover to
minimize the amount of damp air getting to
the surfaces
The Summerset Lifetime Warranty
provides protection against rust
through of parts that render the
product inoperative. It does not cover
occasional surface rust or staining due to
environmental conditions.
After your first use, certain areas of the grill
may discolor from the intense heat given off
by the burners - this is normal and cannot be
cleaned off. For light and heavy food stains
there are many different stainless-steel cleaners
available.