Care And Maintenance - Dyna-Glo DGSS450BPW Manual

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

AFTER USE SAFETY AND MAINTENANCE
• Use caution when lifting and moving the appliance to avoid strain injuries. Two people are
recommended to lift or move the appliance.
• DO NOT store the appliance near gasoline or other combustible liquids or where
combustible vapors may be present. Keep the area around the appliance clear and free of
combustible materials and vapors.
• DO NOT store this appliance in an area accessible to children or pets. Store the appliance
in a dry, protected location.
• DO NOT allow anyone to conduct activities around the appliance following use until it has
cooled. It is hot during operation and remains hot for a period of time following use.
• DO NOT leave hot ashes unattended until the appliance cools completely.
• The appliance becomes extremely hot. Allow the appliance to cool completely before
handling. Allow the appliance to cool before removing and cleaning the grease tray.
• Dispose of cold ashes by placing them in a sealable metal container. Store the sealed
container on a non-combustible surface away from all combustible materials. Always use
protective oven mitts or heat resistant gloves when accessing the inside of the appliance
during and after use.
All care and maintenance procedures are to be performed while the appliance is turned
off, unplugged and completely cooled.
To clean the inside and outside of the cooking chamber, simply use a damp cloth.
Spray-washing with a water hose is not recommended. Moisture should be wiped away
and not allowed to stand inside or on top of the appliance.
If rust is present on the exterior surface of the appliance, clean the area with steel wool
or emery cloth and use heavy-duty, heat-resistant paint.
NEVER apply additional paint to the interior of the appliance.
RECOMMENDED CARE & MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
PART / AREA
Fire Pot
Cooking Grates
Grease Tray & Damper
Wheel
Grease Chute
Auger
Temperature Probe
Smoke Stack & Cap
WARNING
CAUTION
FREQUENCY
After each grill or smoke session
After each grill or smoke session
After each grill or smoke session
After each grill or smoke session
When remaining pellet sawdust is
poured into hopper
Every 4-5 grill or smoke sessions Scrubbing pad & warm soapy water
Every 4-5 grill or smoke sessions Scrub inside of stack and cap with
(PERFORM WHEN APPLIANCE IS COMPLETELY COOL)
METHOD
Scoop out by hand & shop vac re-
maining ash
Burn-off after session / Scrub with
Brass Brush
Scrubbing pad & warm soapy water
Scrubbing pad & warm soapy water
Clear hopper of pellets, turn on the
unit and allow the auger to clear out
sawdust until empty.
warm soapy water.
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