Broil King Porta Chef Porta-Chef™ 320 Portable Gas Grill Owner's Manual - Manuel (Page 9)

MAINTENANCE
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REGULAR MAINTENANCE
The following components should be inspected and
cleaned (as necessary) before every usage of your gas
grill to ensure optimal performance, safety and efficiency.
COOKING GRIDS
Remove all food from the grids, turn the control knobs to
“HIGH”, and operate the barbecue with the lid closed for 5
to 10 minutes or until smoking stops. Turn the gas cylinder
valve to OFF, then the control knobs to OFF.
Use a long-handled brush to clean the grids. Remember
that the barbecue is hot, so wear kitchen mitts or use a pot-
holder to handle the brush.
You do not have to wash the grids and upper cooking rack
after each cookout, but if you wish to do so, use a mild
soap and water solution, then rinse them thoroughly.
Never use a commercial oven cleaner .
CAST IRON COOKING GRIDS
Cast iron grids should be seasoned before every use by
wiping or spraying them with vegetable or olive oil. Ensure
that the whole surface of the grid is covered by a light
layer of oil. This helps prevent rusting and deterioration. If
rusting does occur, scrape it off gently with a scrub pad
and season thoroughly. During longer periods of inactivity,
grids should be seasoned, wiped dry then stored in a dry
place. Before first usage and after periods of storage, grids
should be washed (see “Cooking Grids” to right), dried
with paper towel then wiped down thoroughly with
vegetable shortening or olive/vegetable oil.
FLAV-R-WAVE
If residue accumulates on the Flav-R-Wave, remove the
cooking grids and scrape the residue off the Flav-R-Wave
with a grill brush.
GREASE TRAY
The grease tray is located directly under the drainage hole
on the bottom of the gas grill. It is accessible from the side
or rear of the appliance and should be cleaned or replaced
regularly to avoid grease overflowing onto your patio.
GENERAL CLEANING
Perform a Burn-Off (see below). When gas grill is cool,
remove grids, scrape the Flav-R-Wave clean then remove
it. Clean the interior of the gas grill as necessary by
scraping the sides and bottom of the cookbox and
vacuuming.
BURN-OFF
Ignite the burners as per “Lighting” (page 7). Operate gas
grill on HIGH with lid closed for 10 min. or until smoking
stops. Turn the gas source off then turn control knobs to
OFF.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
The following components should be inspected and
cleaned at least once a year or after any period of storage
over 30 days to ensure optimal performance, safety and
efficiency.
BURNER
Remove burner and inspect for cracks and deterioration.
Clean venturi tubes using a pipe cleaner or venturi brush
to eliminate any blockages. See “Venturi Tubes.” (page 6)
While the burner is removed, clean the interior of cookbox
by scraping the sides and bottom of the cookbox and
vacuuming.
HOSE
Inspect and replace if necessary. For propane see “Hose
and Regulator.” (page 4)
EXTERIOR FINISH
If white oxidation spots appear, wash the outside of the
cookbox with a mild soap and water solution. Rinse the
surfaces thoroughly then wipe them with a cloth dipped in
cooking oil to restore the luster. For repair of paint
scratches and scuffs, use a good quality HIGH
temperature (600°F) spray paint for touch-up. Rusting is a
natural oxidation process and may appear on cast-iron
and steel parts. Rust will not affect short term
performance of your grill.
STAINLESS STEEL
Wash with soap and water. Use stainless steel cleaner to
polish and remove stains or marks. Weathering and
extreme heat can cause a stainless steel lid to turn a tan
color. This is discoloration and is not considered a
manufacturing defect.
RESIN COMPONENTS AND SIDE SHELVES
Wash with soap and water.
REPLACEMENT PARTS
If a problem is found with the regulator, hose, burner, or
control valves, do not attempt repair. See your dealer,
approved service center, or contact the factory for repairs
or replacement parts. To ensure optimum performance,
use only original OMC replacement parts.
LEAK TEST
When reconnecting a gas cylinder on propane models, be
sure to check for leaks. See “Leak Testing.” (page 5)
COOKING GRIDS
To wash stainless or cast iron grids, use a light detergent
and water and then rinse and dry with paper towel; never
air dry grids or use a dishwasher. For cast iron grids,
thoroughly season (see left: “Cast Iron Cooking Grids”)
after washing.