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Refer to this list every time you grill
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 Read Owner’s Manual
Be sure to have read the owner’s manual and all the safety instructions.
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 Clean grease tray
Always ensure you clean the grease tray prior to grilling to avoid fires and flare-ups.
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 Check the hose
Ensure the grill is off and cool. Check the hose for evidence of excessive abrasions, 
or cuts. Have the hose replaced before use if the hose is damaged.
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 Preheat and clean grids 
Coat the grids with vegetable shortening and preheat your grill to burn off excess 
residue and prevent sticking. Clean cast iron grids with a brass wire brush and 
stainless steel grids with a stainless brush. See "Cleaning Instructions". 
NOTE: Stainless steel cooking grids are corrosion resistant and require less 
maintenance than cast iron grids. 
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 Prep area
Make sure everything you need while grilling such as your utensils, seasonings, 
sauces, and dishes are within your reach. Don’t leave your food unattended, or it 
could burn.
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 Don’t peek and flip once
Try not to open the lid and peek too much, or heat will escape and throw your 
temperature and cooking times off. Flip your food only once, especially steak and 
chicken.
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 Leave space
Leave some space on the grill and between food, so you have room to move food 
around if you need to.
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 Use a thermometer
Use a thermometer to ensure food is cooked thoroughly. Follow the appropriate 
temperatures guidelines for all types of meat, especially poultry.
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This procedure MUST be done prior to first use and repeated every 3-4 uses to keep grids looking new. 
1.  Remove cast iron grids from the grill.
2.  Wash grids with warm soapy water and soft cloth. 
Pat dry and allow grids to completely dry. 
3.  Apply fat/oil evenly using a silicone brush on both 
sides.
4.  Preheat appliance to 
350°F-400°F(176°C-204°C).
5.  Install cooking grids and cook for 30 minutes.
6.  Apply a second even coat of fat/oil on cooking grids, 
and keep cooking for 30 more minutes.
7.  Grids are now seasoned. 
NOTE: If rust has formed on the cast iron grids, 
remove the rust with scouring pad or brass brush and 
repeat the seasoning process.
GRILLING 
PRO TIP!
Always preheat the grill 
before cooking to burn 
off leftover residue and 
prevent food from sticking 
to the grate.
GRILLING 
PRO TIP!
Get inspired to create
delicious meals from the
recipes and grilling
techniques at
www.napoleon.com and
Napoleon’s cookbooks.
OIL AND FAT 
SUGGESTION!
Grapeseed Oil
Sunflower Oil
Soybean Oil
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Canola Oil
If not available, select an oil 
or fat that has a high smoke 
point. Do not use salted fats 
like butter or margarine.
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