Shutting Off Grill; Grill Maintenance - Pit Boss 820 Owner's Manual

Your "Pit Boss" Pellet Grill will give you many years of flavorful service with minimum cleaning. An important
step is allowing the grill and cooking grids to "Self Clean" by running the grill on HIGH temperature for 5—10
minutes after each use.
When finished cooking on your grill, turn the Temperature Dial to HIGH. Let your grill run for 5 to 10 minutes to
go through its normal cleaning method. If you have been preparing meats that are extra greasy, it is a good
practice to allow the grill to burn for an extra 10 to 20 minutes. This will reduce the chances of "Flare-Up" while
preparing your next savory meal.
When complete, simply turn the Temperature Dial to the SMOKE position and OPEN the lid of your grill. Allow
the grill to run for a few moments in the SMOKE Position, then turn to the OFF Position. Your grill will begin its
automatic "Shut Down" procedure. The Auger system will stop feeding fuel, the flame will burn itself out, and
the combustion / cooling fan will continue to run for a 5 minute period. When this procedure is complete, the
FAN will turn off. Simply close the lid and when cool, cover for protection.
There are two extremes when it comes to keeping the grill clean. Those that must spit and shine the entire
grill, inside and out, after every use, and those whom are convinced that cleaning only takes away from that
barbeque flavor. One simple rule: Everything In Moderation
1. Grease
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Always be sure the grease catch area is clean and free of debris.
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Check your Grease Bucket. Clean it out as necessary. Keep in mind the type of cooking you do.
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If you do line the Grease Tray with heavy-duty aluminum foil, this should be replaced after each use.
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Periodically clean the grease out of the grease catch areas, the grease drain tube and the interior surfaces
of the grill.
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Remove any grease or debris build-up on the Grease Tray, as this can reduce the grease run-off and
eventually lead to a unwanted flare-up.
NOTE: It is easier to clean of accumulated grease when the grill is warm.
BE CAREFUL NOT TO BURN YOURSELF.
2. Outside surfaces.
Paint and maintaining painted surfaces are not covered under warranty. This is part of the
general maintenance and upkeep.
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DO NOT use oven cleaner, abrasive cleansers or abrasive cleaning pads on the outside grill surfaces.
Use warm soapy water to cut the grease.
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Wipe your grill down with a warm, soapy damp cloth after each use.
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Using a cover to protect your grill is highly recommended!
3. Inside surfaces
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Using a long handle grill cleaning brush, brass or soft metal, remove any food or build-up from the cooking
grids, while they are still warm.
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Two or three times a year, remove the cooking grid and flavor plate and clean in and around the burn pot
area. A shop-vac is handy for this chore. Make sure the grill is COMPLETELY COLD
Section Two: OPERATION
SHUTTING OFF YOUR GRILL
GRILL MAINTENANCE—After Cooking
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