Care & Maintenance - Vermont Castings VC750PG1 Assembly And Operation Manual

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
MAJOR CAUSES OF APPLIANCE FIRES ARE A RESULT OF POOR MAINTENANCE AND A FAILURE TO MAINTAIN
REQUIRED CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. IT IS OF UTMOST IMPORTANCE THAT THIS PRODUCT BE
USED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS.
Any Vermont Castings unit will give you many years of flavorful service with minimum cleaning. Follow these cleaning and maintenance tips to
service your grill:
HOPPER ASSEMBLY
• Quick part checks ensure that all hopper electrical components continue to function properly. Once the hopper access panel is removed (see
Electric Wire Diagram for diagram), confirm that the igniter is free of debris or blockages. Also check to ensure the four set screws are snug,
keeping the igniter straight and centred in the stainless steel casing.
• Check and clean off any debris from the fan air intake vents, found on the exterior front and back sides of the hopper. Carefully, wipe off any
grease build-up directly on the fan blades. This ensures airflow is sufficient to the feed system.
PROBES
• Kinks or folds in the probe wires may cause damage to the part. Wires should be rolled up in a large, loose coil.
• Although both the temperature probe and the meat probes are stainless steel, do not place in the dishwasher or submerge in water. Water
damage to the internal wires will cause a probe to short-out, causing false readings. If a probe is damaged, it should be replaced.
INSIDE SURFACES
• It is recommended to clean your burn grate after every few uses. This will ensure proper ignition and avoid any hard build-up of debris or ash
in the burn pot.
• Use a long-handled grill cleaning brush, remove any food or build-up from the cooking grids. Best practice is to do this while they are still warm
from a previous cook. Grease fires are caused by too much fallen debris on the cooking components of the grill. Clean the inside of your grill
on a consistent basis. In the event you experience a grease fire, keep the grill lid closed to choke out the fire. If the fire does not go out quickly,
carefully remove the food, turn the grill off, and shut the lid until the fire is completely out. Lightly sprinkle baking soda, if available.
• Check your grease bucket often, and clean out as necessary. Keep in mind the type of cooking you do.
IMPORTANT: DUE TO HIGH HEAT, DO NOT COVER THE FLAME BROILER OR PROBES WITH ALUMINUM FOIL.
OUTSIDE SURFACES
• Wipe your grill down after each use. Use warm soapy water to cut the grease. Do not use oven cleaner, abrasive cleansers or abrasive cleaning
pads on the outside grill surfaces. All painted surfaces are not covered under warranty, but rather are part of general maintenance and upkeep.
For paint scratches, wearing, or flaking of the finish, all painted surfaces can be touched up using high heat BBQ paint.
• Use a grill cover to protect your grill for complete protection! A cover is your best protection against weather and outside pollutants. When not
in use or for longterm storage, keep the unit under a cover in a garage or shed.
CLEANING FREQUENCY TIME TABLE (NORMAL USE)
ITEM
Bottom of Main Barrel
Burn Grate, Burn Pot
Cooking Grids
Flame Broiler
Grease Bucket
Auger Feed System
Hopper Electric Components
Air Exhaust Vents
Probes
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CLEANING FREQUENCY CLEANING METHOD
Every 5-6 Grill Sessions Scoop Out, Shop-Vac Excess Debris
Every 2-3 Grill Sessions Scoop Out, Shop-Vac Excess Debris
After Each Grill Session Burn Off Excess, Grill Cleaning Brush
Every 5-6 Grill Sessions Scrape Main Plate with Slider, Do Not Wash Clean
15 Days Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
When Pellet Bag is Empty Allow Auger to Push Out Sawdust, Leaving Hopper Empty
Once A Year Remove Access Panel, Wipe Fan Blades with Soapy Water
Every 5-6 Grill Sessions Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
Every 2-3 Grill Sessions Scrub Pad & Soapy Water