Cleaning the Stainless Steel and Polishing
1. Allow the grill to cool before cleaning/polishing the stainless steel. DO NOT clean or polish your
grill's stainless steel when the gill is in operation or still hot.
2. To clean the stainless steel, wash off all dirt and debris from the steel with warm water. A third-
party degreaser product can be used if you have tough spots to clean.
3. Next, rinse and dry the steel thoroughly with a clean towel. Do not let the steel air dry; the
standing water can cause surface discoloration.
4. The last step is to protect the unit
5. with an excellent third-party polish. Several third-party polishes on the market will help keep
your grill protected from the elements longer. Most of these polishes are toxic, so only use
these on the grill's exterior. Follow the instructions provided on any third-party polish products.
Do not use such products on cooking grates or heat control grids.
a. Apply the polish to a clean paper towel and wipe with the direction of the grain
in the stainless steel.
b. No excess liquid should be on the surface, but it is acceptable to be a little oily,
as that will dissipate.
6. If your grill has developed surface discoloration or surface rust, clean the unit as stated above
and use an excellent third-party polish to remove or reduce the spots. Follow the instructions
provided on any third-party polish products. Coyote does not ensure or guarantee such
products' performance or results.
Environmental Factors that can affect your Grill
There are several common causes for surface discoloration and corrosion on your stainless-steel
outdoor equipment. If not cleaned off quickly, the below elements can affect your stainless steel:
1. Mortar (which contains lime) from the island assembly process.
2. Pool chemicals splashed onto the stainless steel (chlorine and acid will cause problems).
3. Hard water from sprinklers (chlorine in the water).
4. Salt from the ocean air/water (owners near the beach must be diligent in maintaining their
outdoor stainless equipment).
5. Dust, or rust, from other metals examples are metal framing, fasteners, a pergola, or pipes.
6. Organic matters (such as certain types of food). With high humidity and low oxygen, corrosion
will start to take place.
7. Sprays and cleaning solutions containing alkaline, lime, acid, salt, etc., might have been left on
the stainless-steel surface un-dried. Bleach, glass cleaners with ammonia, or hard water are
examples of cleaners that can damage the finish.
Coyote Care Recommendations
1. Purchase a Coyote grill cover for your pellet grill. This will ensure that your cover is a correct fit
and breathable while providing the protection needed to keep contaminants off the surface.
2. When installing the pellet grill, make sure to keep the unit covered when any masonry work is
being performed. If any mortar or dust encounters the stainless, wipe it off as soon as possible
and use a stainless-steel polish immediately afterward.
3. Position your stainless steel away from areas that can receive water splash from a pool or hot
tub.
4. Do not store pool chemicals in your island or island cabinets.
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