Kenmore 122.16118 - Manual (Page 14)

Cleaning and Maintenance
To ensure a proper working unit the following proper
care and maintenance is suggested.
Cleaning Cooking Grids
We suggest you wash your cooking grids in a mild soap
and warm water solution. You can use a wash cloth or
soft brush to clean your cooking grids.
Cleaning Flame Tamers
Periodically you should wash the flame tamers in a
soap and warm water solution. Use a soft brush to
remove stubborn burnt-on cooking residue. The flame
tamers should be dry before you reinstall them.
Cleaning Grease Tray
The grease tray should be emptied and wiped
down periodically and washed in a mild
detergent and warm water solution. A small
amount of sand or cat litter may be placed in
bottom of grease tray to absorb the grease.
Check the grease tray frequently, don’t allow
excess grease to accumulate and overflow out of the
grease tray.
Annual Cleaning of Grill Interior
Burning-off the grill after every use will keep it ready for
your next use. However, once a year you should give
the entire grill a thorough cleaning to keep it in top
operating condition. Follow these steps.
1. Turn all burner valves to full OFF position.
2. Turn LP gas tank valve to full OFF position.
3. Detach LP gas hose and regulator assembly from
your gas grill. Inspect for any damage and replace as
necessary with manufacturer replacement part number
found on parts list.
4. Remove and clean flame tamers, cooking grids and
grill burners.
5. Cover each gas valve orifice with aluminum foil.
6. Brush inside and bottom of grill with a nylon brush,
and wash with a mild soap and warm water solution.
Rinse thoroughly and let dry.
7. Reinstall flame tamers, cooking grids and grills.
8. Reconnect gas source and observe burner flame for
correct operation.
Cleaning Exterior Surface
•We suggest you wash your grill using a mild soap and
warm water solution. You can use a wash cloth or
sponge for this process. Do not use abrasives or a
brush that might remove finish during the cleaning
process.
Cleaning Exterior Stainless Steel Surfaces
•Weathering and extreme heat can cause exterior
stainless steel surfaces to turn tan in color. Machine
oils used in manufacturing process of stainless steel
can also cause this tanning color. Use a stainless
steel cleaner to polish stainless steel surfaces of your
grill. Never use abrasive cleaners or scrubbers
because they will scratch and damage your grill.
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