Cleaning The Interior Of Your Grill - Cal Flame BBQ08873P Owner's Manual

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paper towel, polish the appliance by rubbing with the
grain until excess liquid is removed and the surface
shines. It should not be oily to the touch, however
some residue is acceptable.
Furniture polish, such as Old English, can be effec-
tive for polishing stainless steel and protecting the
surface.
Do not use WD-40 or Sheila Shine near
food or on food preparation surfaces as
it is a health hazard. This includes the
interior of the grill, grill racks, stainless
Caution
steel sinks, the inside of cabinets, warm-
ing drawers, and ovens.
NEVER spray WD-40 or Sheila Shine near
an open flame! These products are ex-
tremely flammable while in their aerosol
Fire
forms.
Hazard
Rust Removal
It is a common misconception that stainless steel does
not rust. It does not stain, corrode, or rust as easily as
ordinary steel (it stains less), but it is not stain-proof.
If not properly protected and maintained, it can cor-
rode, pit, and discolor.
Because salt will accelerate rust and
corrosion, grill or barbecue island own-
ers who live near the beach need to be
Important
diligent in maintaining their stainless
steel hardware. You need to clean and
polish your stainless steel frequently,
apply a protectant, and ensure water
does not collect and puddle.
There are two methods of rust removal we recom-
mend:
1 . Rust removal with WD-40 or Sheila Shine:
Spray exterior stainless steel surfaces with WD-40 or
Sheila Shine and wipe down with a dry cloth or paper
towel until surface is free of rust. If there is significant
rust or corrosion, use a Scotch-Brite scrubber.
Both of these products will act as a surface protectant
and help resist smudges, stains, and rust.
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2 . Rust removal with Instant Rust Out:
Spray exterior stainless steel surfaces with Instant
Rust Out. Let it stand for about 30 seconds, then wipe
with a clean cloth. Apply a second time if necessary.
Instant Rust Out will leave a white residue which can
be rinsed off with water. Wipe the grill dry with a clean
cloth and apply Sheila Shine or WD-40 as a surface
protectant.
Although nitric acid (also called aqua for-
tis) can be effective for rust removal, it is
a highly corrosive chemical. Because of
the potential for injury or damage to your
Caution
stainless steel, we do not recommend us-
ing nitric acid.
Cleaning the Interior of Your
Grill
1. Thoroughly clean stains, food, and grime using
a sponge or damp cloth with warm water and a
mild dish soap. Use Fantastik or Formula 409 to
remove heavier soil.
2. Thoroughly rinse all surfaces and dry them com-
pletely with a clean towel. Do not allow water to
accumulate and puddle on stainless steel. Water
from various sources such as garden hoses con-
tains iron which will give the appearance of rust-
ing on stainless steel. If allowed to stand for long
periods of time on stainless steel, it will cause pit-
ting.
3. The racks, flame tamers, and flavor bars can all be
removed for cleaning and are dishwasher safe.
Burners
Spiders and small insects occasionally inhabit or make
nests in the burner tubes, obstructing the gas flow.
Sometimes this results in a type of fire in and around
the gas tubes called "flashback". To reduce the risk of
flashback, this procedure should be followed at least
once a month or when your grill has not been used for
an extended period of time.
IMPORTANT: Prior to starting this procedure, turn OFF
all of the gas control knobs, shut off the fuel supply,
and disconnect the fuel line.
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