Louisiana Grills 44 Inch Built-In Wood Pellet Grill User Manual - Manuel (Page 17)

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
Any Louisiana Grills unit will give you many years of flavorful service with minimum cleaning. Follow these cleaning and
maintenance tips to service your grill:
1. HOPPER ASSEMBLY
• Quick part checks ensure that all hopper electrical components continue to function properly. Once the hopper access
panel is removed (see Electric Wire Diagram for diagram), confirm that the igniter is free of debris or blockages. Also
check to ensure the four set screws are snug, keeping the igniter straight and centered in the stainless steel casing.
• Check and clean off any debris from the fan air intake vents, found on the exterior front and back sides of the hopper.
Carefully, wipe off any grease build-up directly on the fan blades. This ensures airflow is sufficient to the feed system.
2. PROBES
• Kinks or folds in the probe wires may cause damage to the part. Wires should be rolled up in a large, loose coil.
• Although both the temperature probe and the meat probes are stainless steel, do not place in the dishwasher or
submerge in water. Water damage to the internal wires will cause a probe to short-out, causing false readings. If a probe
is damaged, it should be replaced.
3. INSIDE SURFACES
• It is recommended to clean your burn grate after every few uses. This will ensure proper ignition and avoid any hard
build-up of debris or ash in the fire pot.
• Use a long-handled grill cleaning brush, remove any food or build-up from the cooking grids. Best practice is to do
this while they are still warm from a previous cook. Grease fires are caused by too much fallen debris on the cooking
components of the grill. Clean the inside of your grill on a consistent basis. In the event you experience a grease fire,
keep the grill lid closed to choke out the fire. If the fire does not go out quickly, carefully remove the food, turn the grill
off, and shut the lid until the fire is completely out. Lightly sprinkle baking soda, if available.
• Check your grease bucket often, and clean out as necessary. Keep in mind the type of cooking you do.
IMPORTANT: Due to high heat, do not cover the flame broiler or probes with aluminum foil.
4. OUTSIDE SURFACES
• This grill is made of stainless steel, which is non-rusting in certain conditions. After initial grilling, certain areas of the
grill may discolor. This is normal discoloration caused by the intense heat from the burner. Specks of grease can gather
on the surface of the stainless steel and get baked-on. These can usually be removed with warm soapy water or a
stainless steel cleaner. Wipe your grill down after each use.
• Use a grill cover to protect your grill for complete protection! A cover is your best protection against weather and
outside pollutants. When not in use or for longterm storage, keep the unit under a cover in a garage or shed.
CLEANING FREQUENCY TIME TABLE (NORMAL USE)
ITEM CLEANING FREQUENCY CLEANING METHOD
Bottom of Main Barrel Every 5-6 Grill Sessions Scoop Out, Shop-Vac Excess Debris
Burn Grate, Fire pot Every 2-3 Grill Sessions Scoop Out, Shop-Vac Excess Debris
Cooking Grids After Each Grill Session Burn Off Excess, Grill Cleaning Brush
Flame Broiler Every 5-6 Grill Sessions Scrape Main Plate with Slider, Do Not Wash Clean
Grease Bucket Every 5-6 Grill Sessions Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
Auger Feed System When Pellet Bag is Empty Allow Auger to Push Out Sawdust, Leaving Hopper Empty
Hopper Electric Components Once A Year Remove Access Panel, Wipe Fan Blades with Soapy Water
Air Exhaust Vents Every 5-6 Grill Sessions Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
Probes Every 2-3 Grill Sessions Scrub Pad & Soapy Water
Stainless steel surfaces Twice per year Stainless steel cleaner