A gas grill is a very important cooking tool for people who love cooking outdoors as well as for people who just can't get enough of the taste of food cooked outdoors. The gas grill gives you that at your convenience and without the hassles of using a traditional grill. It will also provide you a fun bonding experience with your family and friends.
The kind of gas barbecue grill you use depends on your own preference. Some mat choose to buy a natural gas grill while some may opt to have the more commonly used propane grill. Also, some may choose to buy regular gas grills that fit their budget and suit their casual grilling style fine while others, especially serious griller, will insist to buy high end ones for a thousand dollars that will fit their lifestyle.
Either way, it is imperative that when we invest on something important, we must take care of it the best way we can. The grill may not be that big but it gives us service in times when we need it. In this article, we will be giving out some basic do's and dont's in handling a gas barbecue grill.
Gas grill do's
Do place your gas barbecue grill outdoors and in a well ventilated area
If you have to store the grill indoors, disconnect it from the propane tank and leave the latter outside the house
When not in use, make sure that the controls for the grill burners are turned off. Also keep the cylinder valve closed
After using the gas barbecue grill, shut the gas grill off and let it cool before covering it or storing it inside
The manual for the grill is very important. Keep in mind to store the manual in a place that is easy to remember and is easy to accessible
Do perform an overall and thorough checkup on the entire gas grill at least twice a year
Store and use the propane cylinders in an upright, vertical position and keep them outdoors away from possible sources of ignition
After taking your empty cylinder to the store to have it refilled or replaced, check it for damages and possible sources of leakage
When taking the propane cylinder by car, make sure your vehicle is well ventilated and the valve of the cylinder is closed and capped.
Before using the gas barbecue grill, inspect all the hoses and connections for scratches, wear and possible leaks
When not in use, cover the disconnected hose fittings of the gas grill as well as the burner air intakes to keep out moisture, dirt and even insects. You can buy special caps for these purposes from your local store
Before using your propane grill, apply a leak detection solution to check all the connections that may possibly have a leakage. You can buy a solution at stores or you may also make one of your own using water and dish washing liquid.
Do check the propane gas tank or cylinder thoroughly for dents and leaks after it has not been used for a period of time
Call the fire department once you see an uncontrollable release of gas from your unit
Gas grill dont's
Do not cook with your gas barbecue grill indoors or into closed spaces such as your garage. You may store the gas grill indoors but bring it outside if you have to use it
Do not lean over the grill while using it, either when you are cooking or just even igniting the burners
Do not leave the propane cylinder inside your car especially if you take it to the store to have it refilled or replaced
Do not use matches or lighters or anything similar to check for leakage
Do not smoke while using the propane tank or cylinder
Do not place the propane tank in places that are easily accessible to children
Do not store, use and transport the propane cylinder, either empty or full, in places that are exposed to high temperatures
Do not light the grill with the lid closed as this may cause sudden explosion from gas build up
Do not force too much propane into the tank or cylinder. A 20 pound cylinder should be filled only up to 80 percent of its capacity in order to leave room for the liquid to expand
Do not attempt to disconnect or handle in any way the propane gas tank while the grill is in use or is still hot
Do not use a propane cylinder or tank that looks dented, damaged or has signs of bulging and leakage. Report this immediately to the propane supplier
