Sure Heat Sonoma PFSISLP - Manual (Page 21)

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
- Keep outdoor cooking gas appliance area clear and free from combustible materials, gasoline and
other flammable vapors and liquids.
- Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
- Keep the ventilation openings of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debris.
- Visually check the burners
Normal: Soft blue flames
O u t o f A d j u s t m e n t : H a r d b l u e
flames- too much air
poor Combustion: wavy, yellow
flames- too little air
Care and Maintenance
GRANITE MAINTENANCE
Outdoors can be very harsh on the granite of your grill. There are things visible that can affect the
granite like dirt and pollen and things not visible like UV Rays. Please follow these instructions to
preserve the granites natural beauty:
- Granite is a hard, non-porous natural stone and is relatively not affected by harsh chemicals
however it is recommended to use a neutral cleaner or stone soap (available in hardware stores or
from a stone dealer), or a mild dishwashing liquid and warm water.
- Use a soft, clean cloth to clean the granite. Rinse after washing with the soap solution and dry with
a soft, clean cloth.
- Blot up spills immediately, before they penetrate the surface.
- Clean as often as needed to keep grime and dirt removed.
- Granite must be sealed to prevent or minimize staining and/or fading. Leaving granite unsealed
may make it difficult to remove stains in the future. It is recommended to seal your granite outdoors
every 4-6 months depending on climate conditions.
PROTECTION OF INFRARED BURNERS
The burners of your grill are designed to provide a long life of satisfactory performance. However,
there are steps you must take to prevent cracking of the burner's ceramic surfaces, which will cause
the burners to malfunction. The following are the most common causes of cracks and the steps you
must take to avoid them.
Damage caused by failure to follow these steps is not covered by
your grill warranty.
IMPACT WITH HARD OBJECTS - Never allow hard objects to strike the ceramic. You should
take particular care when inserting or removing cooking grids and accessories into or from the grill. If
objects such as these fall onto ceramic, it is likely to crack the ceramic.
IMPAIRED VENTILATION OF HOT AIR FROM GRILL -
In order for the burners to function
properly, hot air created by the burners must have a way to escape, the burners may become
deprived of oxygen, causing them to backfire, especially if the burner output is set at HIGH. If this
occurs repeatedly, the burners may crack. This is the reason your grill was designed with ventilation
louvers. These design features give the hot air an escape route. Accordingly, never operate your grill
with very little or no open space at the cooking surface (the cooking grids provide sufficient space).
Also, never cover the ventilation louvers with foil or other materials that prevent air flow. Specifically,
do not cover the entire surface with foil, a large pan, etc.
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