Char-Griller 5050 User Manual
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Cleaning and Care
Caution:
All cleaning and maintenance should be done when grill is cool and with the gas supply turned off at
the propane cylinder.
DO NOT clean any grill part in a self cleaning oven The extreme heat will damage the finish
DO NOT clean any grill part in a self cleaning oven. The extreme heat will damage the finish.
Cleaning
Burning-off the grill after every use (approx. 15 minutes) will keep excessive food residue from
building up.
Recommended cleaning materials:
- Mild dishwashing liquid detergent - Hot water
Nylon cleaning pad
Wire brush
- Nylon cleaning pad
- Wire brush
DO NOT use cleaners that contain acid, mineral spirits or xylene.
Outside surfaces –
Use a mild dishwashing detergent and hot water solution to clean, then rinse with water.
If the inside surface of the grill lid has the appearance of peeling paint, baked on grease buildup has
turned to carbon and is flaking off. Clean thoroughly with strong solution of detergent and hot
turned to carbon and is flaking off. Clean thoroughly with strong solution of detergent and hot
water.
Rinse with water and allow to completely dry.
Interior of grill bottom – Remove residue using brush, scraper and/or cleaning pad, then wash with
dishwashing detergent and hot water solution. Rinse with water and let thoroughly dry.
Cooking Grids – The porcelain grates have a glass-like composition that should be handled with care
not to chip Use mild dishwashing detergent or baking soda and hot water solution Non
not to chip. Use mild dishwashing detergent or baking soda and hot water solution. Non
abrasive scouring powder can be used on stubborn stains, then rinse with water.
Heat Shield – Clean residue with wire brush and wash with soapy water. Then rinse with water.
Grease collector – Periodically empty the grease cup and clean with dishwashing detergent and hot
water solution.
Cleaning the burner assembly
1.
Turn gas off at the control knobs and propane tank
2.
Remove cooking grates and heat shield.
3.
Remove grease collector.
4.
Remove burner by unscrewing nut from beneath burner “foot” using a screwdriver and pliers.
5.
Lift burner up and away from gas valve orifice.
6.
Clean inlet (venturi) of burner with small bottle brush or compressed air.
7.
Remove all food residue and dirt on outside of burner surface.
8.
Clean any clogged ports with a stiff wire (such as an opened paper clip)
9.
Inspect burner for any damage (cracks or holes). If damage is found, replace with new burner.
Reinstall burner; check to insure that gas valve orifices are correctly positioned inside burner
inlet (venturi). Also check position of spark electrode.
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