Cooking grates are one of the most important features of your grill. They’re the part of your grill that gets closest to your food and they create those beautiful sear marks that we all love. But not all grill grates were created equal and it’s important to know what to expect from different types of …
Wire bristle grill brushes are perceived as a safety hazard, with no shortage of scary articles about adults and children that accidentally ingest a stainless bristle and wind up in the hospital. While the idea of this happening is alarming, it’s completely preventable if you have the right cleaning tool, proper routine, and grill cleaning …
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Are you searing or smearing your steak? Grilling is a fun, easy way to create delicious meals but not if you’re using a dirty grill! Our handy cleaning guide will show you how to easily clean and season your grill before and after every use. Proper cleaning ensures that you get the best performance out …
Summer is just around the corner and we have some helpful tips to get your grill ready for the season. Here are a few pointers to have your grill in tip top shape before for the heat of the summer hits.
Most of North America is in a deep freeze, but the opening of Major League Baseball spring training across Florida and Arizona is always a sure sign that winter is nearly over. Summer is just around the corner and we have some helpful tips to get your grill ready for the season. Here are a few pointers …
Nothing is more disappointing than trying to grill that perfect steak when your barbecue just won’t heat up and cook the way it used to. To avoid this, the grilling experts at Broil King offer some helpful tips to get your gas barbecue ready for the season ahead. Here is their advice: Give your grill …
When the temperature dips and the leaves begin to fall, it is time to start thinking about preparing your grill for winter. Whether you are a year-round griller, or you pack your grill away till spring, spending some time cleaning and inspecting your grill after a long summer is one of the best ways to …
It is important to periodically season your cast iron cooking grids. This will prevent food from sticking, prevent rusting and increase the life of your grids for many years to come. Seasoning your cast iron grids is quick and easy to do. Follow these simple steps: Seasoning new cast iron cooking grids: With the lid …
Summer is just around the corner and we have some helpful tips to get your grill ready for the season. Grillers Toolbox – Sturdy bristle brush – Barbecue grill cleaner – Toothpicks – Soap and water – Venturi brush Step 1 Remove all the cooking grids, grates and burners and use a sturdy bristle brush to …
Summer is just around the corner and we have some helpful tips to get your grill ready for the season.
Grillers Toolbox 
– Sturdy bristle brush
– Barbecue grill cleaner
– Toothpicks
– Soap and water
– Venturi brush
Step 1
Remove all the cooking grids, grates and burners and use a sturdy bristle brush to remove the build-up of grease on the inside of the oven. Using a barbecue cleaner scrub the inside and outside of the oven and then rinse with water. Never use oven cleaner on your barbecue, it is corrosive and can damage the other components.
Step 2
Inspect the burners making sure there are no holes rusted through any of the components. If there are, it’s time for a replacement. Clean out any clogged ports using a toothpick, being careful not to damage the ports. Check all igniter contacts to ensure they are not corroded or loose and remove any debris from the electrode. Next, clean out the venturi tubes using a venturi brush. It’s very important to keep these tubes clean, Spiders love to make nest in these tubes, creating blockages that can cause serious damage.
Step 3
Examine the heat medium, if you have a heat plate remove any grease build-up and make sure there are no holes rusted through. If you have briquettes make sure they aren’t crumbling and the pores aren’t clogged with grease.
Step 4
Check the cooking grids and make sure no welds are broken and brush off any stuck on residue. If you have cast iron cooking grids, season them with oil to help keep food from sticking and help prevent rust.
Step 5
Inspect the gas hose to make sure there aren’t any cracks or leaks. This can easily be done by preparing a soapy solution and applying it to the connections at the tank and valve. Turn the tank on slowly and watch for bubbles to form, which indicates that there is a leak. Try tightening the connections and re-test. If persistent leaking or blistering is detected, the gas assembly should be replaced.
Finally, check the condition of your control knobs, thermometer, and handles. Replacing small items like this can refresh your grill and make it look new again.
More grill maintenance tips are available online at www.broilkingbbq.com
