Weber SLATE GP17 - Page 10

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Proper Burner Flame Pattern
The burner in your barbecue is factory set for the
correct air and gas mixture. When the burner is
performing correctly, you will see a specific flame
pattern. The tips may occasionally flicker yellow (A),
with a descending light blue (B) to dark blue flame (C).
m WARNING: Blocked and dirty ports can restrict full
gas flow, resulting in a fire (D) in and around the gas
valves, causing serious damage to your barbecue.
Spider Screens
The combustion air openings of the burners(E) are
fitted with stainless steel screens to prevent spiders
and other insects from spinning webs and building
nests inside the burners. Additionally, dust and
debris can accumulate on the outside of the spider/
insect screen and obstruct the oxygen flow to the
burners.
m WARNING: Do not attempt to make any repair to
gas carrying, gas burning, ignition components
or structural components without contacting
Weber-Stephen Products LLC, Customer Service
Department.
m CAUTION: The burner tube openings must be
positioned properly over the valve orifices.
B
A
C
E
D
m WARNING: Turn your barbecue o and wait for it to
cool before thoroughly cleaning.
m WARNING: When cleaning the burners, always use a
clean stainless steel bristle brush. Never put sharp
objects into the burner port holes.
m CAUTION: Do not use any of the following to clean
your barbecue: abrasive stainless steel polishes or
paints, cleaners that contain acid, mineral spirits or
xylene, oven cleaner, abrasive cleansers (kitchen
cleansers), or abrasive cleaning pads.
Cleaning and Maintenance
Cleaning the Griddle Surface
The instructions on this page cover a more comprehensive
cleaning of your entire barbecue. The griddle surface should
be cleaned after each use to preserve it and continue to
ensure a non-stick cooking surface. For a thorough clean of
your griddle surface follow these steps below:
1) After the barbecue is o and cooled for 5 minutes, use
a metal scraper or spatula to scrape excess grease, oil,
and food debris into the hole in the griddle.
NOTE: For stubborn, stuck on food debris, a small amount
of room temperature water can be used during the scraping
process. DO NOT USE LARGE AMOUNTS COLD WATER WHILE
CLEANING THE GRIDDLE.
2) Using several paper towels, wipe and dry the griddle's
surface, directing any excess grease, oil, and food debris
into the hole in the griddle.
3) Apply small amounts of a neutral cooking oil such as
vegetable or canola across the griddle's surface.
4) Using paper towels, rub the oil evenly around the entire
cooking surface. Use more paper towels if needed to
wipe up any excess pools of oil.
Cleaning the Burners
Two areas on the burners that are key to optimum
performance are the ports (small openings running along
the length of the burners) and the spider/insect screens on
the front ends of the burners. Keeping these areas clean is
essential for safe operation.
Cleaning the Burner Ports
1) Once the barbecue and ULPG tank have been turned o
and the barbecue has cooled, using BBQ mitts or gloves,
remove the griddle and set aside.
2) Use a clean stainless steel bristle barbecue brush to
clean the outside of the burners by brushing across the
burner ports (A).
Cleaning the Spider Screens
1) Locate the ends of the burner on the underside of the
control panel where they meet the valves. On 17” (43 cm)
models it is necessary to remove the bezel bracket to
access the spider screen. Follow these instructions to
access the spider screen (B):
2) Remove the control knob by pulling it out away from the
control assembly.
3) Remove the two screws from the control knob bezel.
4) Remove the two screws from the bezel bracket.
5) Clean the spider/insect screens on the burner tube using
a soft bristle brush.
6) Once the spider screen is cleaned, reassemble the
control knob assembly in the reverse order.
NOTE: Make sure the grounding wire and ignition wire are
connected to the control assembly before reassembling.
7) Clean the spider/insect screens on the burner tube(s)
using a soft bristle brush (C).
Cleaning the Grease ManagementSystem
The grease management system consists of a slide-out
grease tray and a catch pan. These components were
designed to be easily removed, cleaned, and replaced;
an essential step every time you prepare to barbecue.
Instructions on inspecting the grease management system
can be found in the "Every Time You Cook" section of this
manual.
NOTE: If any grease sticks to the grease chute, a small
amount of water may help flush it into grease tray.
NOTE: In the event of severe weather, water may enter the
grease tray and disposable drip pan. Check the disposable
drip pan and grease tray for water and empty when
necessary.
Cleaning the Barbecue Frame
The outside of your barbecue may include stainless
steel, porcelain-enamelled, and plastic surfaces. WEBER
recommends the following methods based on the
surfacetype:
Cleaning Stainless Steel Surfaces
Clean stainless steel using a non-toxic, non-abrasive
stainless steel cleaner or polish designed for use on outdoor
products and barbecues. Use a microfibre cloth to clean in
the direction of the grain of the stainless steel. Donot use
paper towels.
A
B
NOTE: Do not risk scratching your stainless steel with
abrasive pastes. Pastes do not clean or polish. They
will change the color of the metal by removing the top
chromium oxide film coating.
Cleaning Painted, Porcelain-Enamelled Surfaces and
PlasticComponents
Clean painted, porcelain-enamelled and plastic components
with warm soapy water, and paper towels or cloth. After
wiping down the surfaces, rinse and dry thoroughly.
Cleaning the Outside of Barbecues that are in Unique
Environments
If your barbecue is subject to a particularly harsh
environment, you will want to clean the outside more often.
Acid rain, pool chemicals, and salt water can cause surface
rusting to appear. Wipe down the outside of your barbecue
with warm soapy water. Follow up with a rinse and thorough
drying. Additionally, you may want to apply a stainless steel
cleaner weekly to prevent surface rust.
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