Weber Genesis Maintenance Manual page 6

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Close the LP tank valve
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Turn all burner control knobs to the OFF position
Now, start the grill by doing the following:
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Open the grill lid
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Turn the tank valve until it is completely open
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Wait at least 1 minute. Due to the length of the hose (6'), it takes longer for the gas pressure to equalize.
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Turn the burner control knob to HI/Start
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Press the igniter to light the burner
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Turn any remaining burner control knobs to High
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The grill should preheat to 500-550 degrees in 10-15 minutes.
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NOTE: Cold weather can delay the time it takes to equalize the pressure.
Models with a side burner
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If experiencing low temperatures on a grill with a side burner, such as the Genesis E/S 320, check to be sure that the side
burner control knob was not left on. If the control knob was left on after the grill has been turned off, this can cause the grill to
go into bypass.
2. I see what I think is peeling paint inside the lid of my grill! What should I do?
Don't worry, it's not paint. The inside surfaces of our grill lids are not painted, they are coated with baked-on porcelain enamel
which cannot peel. What you are noticing is a deposit of grease and smoke that collects during normal use. During use, the
grease and smoke vapors slowly oxidize into carbon and collect on the inside of your lid. This deposit will eventually peel, and
looks very similar to paint. The peeling normally starts in the center of the lid and spreads outward. It may come off in sheets or
flakes, and is shiny on one side and dull on the other. These carbon deposits are non-toxic. But you might want to regularly
remove the build-up. Fortunately, the peeling is easy to remove. Simply brush off all loose particles with a stainless steel brush
before you start grilling. To prevent future build-up, after every grilling session, while the grill lid is warm-not hot-wipe it with
paper towels or a mild soap-and-water solution.
My Flavorizer Bars need a cleaning. Any tips?
Maintaining your Flavorizer Bars is simple and easy. Regularly doing the burn-off/brush routine should keep your Flavorizer
Bars clean. Start by doing a burn-off (turning all burners on high for 15 minutes with the lid closed) before or after grilling. (If
you have raw cast iron grates, remove before burning off.) This will turn the accumulated debris on your Flavorizer Bars into
ashes. Then when the grates are cool, lift them out and brush off the bars with a brass brush.
If a more thorough cleaning is necessary, take the bars out of the grill, put them in the sink and clean with some soapy water and
an SOS pad. If using dishwashing liquid in the water, do not use anything lemon-or citrus-based. Rinse thoroughly and towel
dry. Do not let them drip dry, as this may cause them to rust prematurely. We do not recommend putting Flavorizer Bars in the
dishwasher. The amount of debris they release may cause your drain to clog.
Do not use oven cleaners or put them in a self-cleaning oven to clean.
Which are better, stainless steel, porcelain-coated cast iron or porcelain enamel cooking grates?
All have their merits, so it is mostly a matter of personal preference. All require little maintenance and give great sear marks.
Porcelain-coated cast iron grates will hold the heat longer so you don't have to cook with higher temperatures. Replacements are
readily available for all styles.
How often should I clean my burner tubes?
Burner tubes should be removed from the grill to have their interiors cleaned, per the model specific instructions, at least once a
year. The exterior of the burner tubes should be brushed periodically, as needed. Regular maintenance will help prolong the life
and efficient function of the burners.
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