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the preparation of dishes. If heavily rusted, the aromatisers should be replaced with new ones.
In case of poor maintenance and high humidity, the corrosion may also appear on other elements of the grill, including burners, drip tray and grate. Rusting
of these components is normal as they are aff ected by high temperature amplitude and various food acids. When signifi cant corrosion aff ects the operation,
it is recommended to replace the component concerned with a new one.
In case of slight corrosion, it is possible to continue using the grill, but it must be well protected and cleaned as instructed in the manual.
Components made from stainless steel can discolour after contact with fi re and high temperature. This is a normal eff ect for this type of material. Stainless
steel can also corrode when exposed to high temperatures, food acids, and moisture. This particularly applies to burners.
In the case of grills with a cast iron grate, remember that this material has a natural tendency to rust (the material is a high-carbon iron-carbon alloy). The
grate must be covered with oil before and after grilling.
Excessive cleaning of the grill with strong degreasing agents, without re-coating with a protective layer (oil), increases the risk of corrosion.
Grates, aromatisers, burners and other components are not dishwasher safe.
Hot water with dishwashing liquid and a sponge are recommended for washing the grill. After washing, wipe the washed parts with paper towels (do not
leave to dry).
If chemicals are used, make sure that they do not damage the structure before washing, i.e. test them on a small surface.
If brushes are used, be careful not to damage the powder coating, enamel or stainless steel. The use of metal and sharp scrapers should be avoided.
Store the gas cylinder in a well-ventilated area in a vertical position away from sources of ignition. The gas which escapes from the cylinder poses a risk
of explosion and/or fi re.
Remember to check the condition of the hose that supplies gas from the gas cylinder to the grill. When damaged, gas fl ow, and thus grill power, may be
reduced. It is recommended to replace the hose at least every 5 years or when damage is noticed.
To aid proper maintenance, it is good to use a cover that protects against contamination and moisture. If the grill is not used for a long time, remove the
cover from time to time to check the condition of the grill and to dry and ventilate its interior.
Do not leave the gas grill running unattended. Control the fl ame inside the grill and, in case of self-ignition of fat on the drip tray, aromatisers or grate, switch
off the burner or reduce its power, open the lid and wait until the fat is completely burnt out. This can happen both during grilling and burning. Never use
water to extinguish the fl ame!
Frequent and large fl ame of self-ignited fat may damage the coating of the internal grill components.
When grilling foods with a high fat content (e.g. sausage), it is recommended to do it with the lid raised.
Maintenance procedure after each use
After grilling, close the lid and heat the grill to maximum temperature. Let it burn for about 10 minutes. This way, the fat is burned and the food remains are
charred. When smoke disappears, the burning is done.
A few minutes after burning and partial cooling, use a bristle brush to get rid of charred residues from the grate and other components.
Next, it is recommended to coat the grate with a layer of plant oil with a high combustion temperature (e.g. rapeseed oil), before the grate cools down
completely. The best way to do this is to use a brush or a sprayer. The oil prevents rusting and forms a non-stick layer for future grilling.
After each grilling, thoroughly empty the bowl, grease tray and aromatisers. You can use a vacuum cleaner to do that.
After cleaning the grill, it is recommended to cover also other components with oil, particularly those inside the grill. Before restarting the grill, re-coat the
surfaces with oil, particularly when it has not been used for a long time (mainly the grate and aromatisers).
To reduce corrosion:
Avoid water-based marinades and use oil-based products instead. Season the meat with salt only after roasting.
Ensure that the surface of the grates and other components is always properly covered with oil (both after and before grilling – see maintenance steps).
Clean the grill after each use.
Clean the grill thoroughly before winter and store it in a dry place.
If possible, after maintenance of aromatisers and grates, store them wrapped in paper in a dry and warm place.
Do not leave the grill outside during rainfalls. Do not allow water to remain on the surface of the grate, drip trays, etc.
Basic rules for the use, maintenance and storage of gas grills
Gas grills must be cleaned regularly and properly after each use with suitable acces-
sories and agents.
For the fi rst few minutes after starting the grill, set the knobs halfway between the
minimum and maximum settings. Too much power will burn out the protective oil layer.
Rust on aromatisers is the result of high temperature, contact with spices, salt and fat,
and high humidity that promotes corrosion. This is a natural eff ect that does not aff ect
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