Use and Care Manual

MAINTENANCE
10
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
To ensure optimal performance and safety, the following
components should be inspected and cleaned as required before
use of your gas grill.
COOKING GRIDS - CAST IRON, CAST STAINLESS & HEAVY
ROD STAINLESS
BROIL KING® Deep V cast iron and cast stainless cooking grids
provide unsurpassed heat retention and grilling performance.
BROIL KING® Heavy Rod stainless grids provide maximum
durability and good heat retention and good grilling performance.
BROIL KING® cast iron grids are coated with a porcelain enamel
finish to protect the grids and reduce the tendency of food sticking
to grids. Regular use and care improves performance and longevity
of the grids.
For optimum performance:
• Before first use and after long periods of storage, wash grids
using a light detergent and water and then rinse and dry with
paper towel; never air dry grids or use a dishwasher
• Immediately after washing, season cooking grids by coating
grids with an organic cold pressed cooking oil with a high
smoke point, light the grill and operate on Med/Low for 30
minutes. Recommended cooking oils:
o Avocado Oil – smoke point (260C/500F)
o Rice Bran Oil – smoke point (255C/490F)
o Canola Oil – smoke point (204C/400F)
• Before and after each use, brush grids with a good quality
stainless steel bristle brush (Item #’s 65225, 64014, 64034)
and lightly coat with a high smoke point cooking oil. This will
continue the seasoning process
• Use medium heat settings to preheat and grill to avoid
burning off the protective seasoned coating
• Avoid applying sugar based marinades or salt to meat before
grilling, apply sugar based marinades at end of grilling and salt
after grilling
• Use oil based marinades, avoid water based marinades
• Lightly coat food with cooking oil of your choice before grilling
• Turn and rotate your grids periodically
• Ensure the surface of the grid is always coated with a light
layer of oil. This helps prevent rust and deterioration and
improves the grids non-stick performance
• If rust does occur, Burn-Off the grid, brush with a stainless
steel bristle brush and re-season
During long periods of inactivity, grids should be seasoned, then
stored in a dry place. The grids may be wrapped in protective
plastic food wrap. After periods of storage, Burn-Off grids, wash,
dry with paper towel and re-season with high smoke point cooking
oil.
Warning:
If the grill is hot, use caution and oven mitts while handling
the stainless steel bristle brush.
Inspect the grids carefully after brushing to ensure there are
no broken bristles left on the grid.
GREASE TRAY
The grease tray is in the pull out drawer located under the control
panel. Clean regularly.
FLAV-R-WAVE™
The Flav-R-Wave™ is designed to generate smoke and vapor from
the food drippings in order to provide that authentic barbecue flavor
while protecting the burner. If residue accumulates on the Flav-R-
Wave™, remove the cooking grids and scrape the residue off the
Flav-R-Wave™ with the grid lifter. (Part # 60745)
GENERAL CLEANING
Perform a Burn-Off (see below).
When gas grill is cool, remove grids, scrape the Flav-R-Wave™
clean with grid lifter then remove the Flav-R-Wave™.
Clean the interior of the gas grill as necessary by scraping the sides
and bottom of the cook box with the grid lifter and vacuum residue.
Rust is a natural oxidation process and may appear on internal
stainless steel parts. Rust will not affect performance of your grill.
BURN-OFF
Ignite the burners as per “Lighting” (page 6).
Operate gas grill on HIGH with lid closed for 10 minutes maximum.
Turn the gas source off then turn control knobs to OFF.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
The following components should be inspected and cleaned at
least once a year or after any period of storage over 30 days to
ensure optimal performance, safety and efficiency.
BURNER
Remove burner and inspect for cracks and deterioration. Clean
venturi tubes using a pipe cleaner or venturi brush to eliminate any
blockages. See “Venturi Tubes.” (Page 4) While the burner is
removed, remove the grease shields, clean the interior of cook box
by scraping the sides and bottom of the cook box and vacuuming.
HOSE
Inspect and replace if necessary.
EXTERIOR ALUMINUM COMPONENTS
If white oxidation spots appear, wash the outside of the aluminum
cook box with a mild soap and water solution. Rinse the surfaces
thoroughly then wipe them with a cloth dipped in cooking oil to
restore the luster. For repair of paint scratches and scuffs, use a
good quality HIGH temperature (600°F) spray paint for touch-up.
STAINLESS STEEL & PORCELAIN COMPONENTS
Wash with soap and water. Use stainless steel cleaner or “Bar
Keepers Friend” to polish and remove stains or rust marks if they
occur. Weathering and extreme heat can cause a stainless steel lid
to turn a tan color. This is discoloration and is not considered a
manufacturing defect.
RESIN COMPONENTS AND SIDE SHELVES
Wash with soap and water.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
If a problem is found with the regulator, hose, burner, or control
valves, do not attempt repair. See your dealer, approved service
center, or contact the factory for repairs or replacement parts. To
ensure optimum performance, use only original BROIL KING®
replacement parts.
LEAK TEST
When reconnecting a gas cylinder on propane models, be sure to
check for leaks. See “Leak Testing.” (Page 5)