Cleaning Your Grill - Viking 5 Series Installation Use & Care Instructions

CLEANING YOUR GRILL

STAINLESS STEEL
Our products are known for their attractive appearance. We
achieve this by selecting only the fi nest grades of stainless
steel and applying exacting workmanship.
In order to maintain this attractive appearance over the life of
the grill it is important to take the following steps:
• After each use wipe down the exterior of the grill to remove
grease and splatters.
• Be sure to follow the cleaning instructions for keeping the
grates and burners clean and ready for use.
• 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.
Part of the appeal of your Grill is the fi ne grain fi nish. When
removing stubborn stains:
• Do not use metallic abrasives and always rub in the
direction of the grain.
• Some household cleaning products are not suitable for
stainless steel; be sure to read the label before using on
your Grill.
• Always use the mildest cleaning solution fi rst, scrubbing in
the direction of the grain. Specks of grease may gather in
the grain of the stainless steel and bake on to the surface,
giving the appearance of rust.
To remove these baked-on foods use a fi ne to medium
grit non-metallic abrasive pad (Scotch Brite is good) in
conjunction with a stainless steel cleaner.
• Solutions used for cleaning concrete and masonry can
be very corrosive and will 'attack' stainless steel. Ensure
your products are well protected before you allow the
use of such chemicals near your grill.
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32 INSTALLATION / USE & CARE
SPECIAL NOTE FOR LOCATIONS NEAR POOLS AND
COASTAL AREAS:
The 304 stainless steel material used in the construction
of the grill is 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:
• Regularly wipe down the exterior surfaces with a damp
cloth. (Micro fi ber cloths perform very 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. Products
that provide a layer of vapor corrosion inhibitors (VpCI™)
protect the surface very well.
• For seasonal storage use the product referred to above,
ensure the grill is dry and then cover and secure the cover
to minimize the amount of damp air getting to the surfaces.
THE LIMITED LIFE TIME 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 fi rst 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.
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 fi nish 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 drain
plug to drain the water from the tray. The drain plug can be
removed with a fl at-head screwdriver.