Owner Manual

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Using The Grill
Cast Iron Grate Seasoning
It is recommended to season your cast iron grate before you begin cooking on
your Element Portable Gas Grill. A well-seasoned grate will resist rust and
create a virtually nonstick surface for cooking.
1. Brush vegetable oil lightly over cast iron pieces to coat the
entire surface.
2. Heat the grate to approximately 250 degrees Fahrenheit (120
degrees Celsius) on low over your grill for approximately 1/2 hour.
3. Wipe the grate well with a paper towel, and let it cool
completely before use.
4. To preserve this natural, protective coating DO NOT USE SOAP
when cleaning a seasoned grate. Instead, scrub the grate with a
mixture of salt and vegetable oil, rinse with hot water, and dry
completely over low heat before storing.
Cast Iron Grate Preheating
It is important to preheat your grill surface prior to cooking to ensure an overall
hot surface with even temperature. As the grates are made of cast iron, they
take some time to pre-heat but retain and distribute heat extremely well and
provide an excellent cooking surface for grilling.
1. Turn the burner on high.
2. Heat on high for approximately 10 minutes. Adjust to desired temperature
and begin cooking.
Cast Iron Grate Cleaning After Grilling
Cleaning Grill Grate:
1. Turn the burner on high for approximately 10-20 minutes to
burn away any food debris and/or grease.
2. Let grill cool completely.
3. Brush grates with wire brush to remove any remaining debris.
4. If necessary, scrub the grate with a mixture of salt and vegetable
oil, rinse with hot water, and dry completely over low heat
before storing.