How to Grill Safely With Gas
Grill safely with gas by always keeping the following in mind:
Over regular use, the grill becomes a warehouse of grease and ash deposits (amongst other un-named things).
This build-up causes the grill to easily flare up and smoke incessantly – and as a result, not only leave a bad taste in your food but also a trigger for gas flare-ups. The best way to prevent these problems is by taking the grates, and burner cover, out for a thorough cleaning.
Fire – something that comes out of the grill when a flare-up gets caught in the moment. It needs to be controlled and put out.
To do so, always keep a portion of your grill empty where you can easily move food in case a flare up occurs. When a flare up occurs, move the food away and let it burn with the lid up. In case it spreads you'll need put it out with water or an extinguisher.
Though latest gas grills are vented and prevent gasses from building up inside cabinets and slow leaks don't pose a danger, turning off the gas at the source will remains the safest strategy
REMEMBER: water can cause grease fires to literally explode – and so if there is one, you need to do it from a distance, a safe distance. In case you have a fire extinguisher, do read and remember its instructions, and learn how to use it –there normally isn't enough time to read instructions when the fire is eating at your grill.
It states — when lighting a gas grill, wait only 10 seconds for the gas to start. If it does not, turn of the gas and leave the lid open for 5 minutes before trying again.
Propane gas is very light and develops into a large cloud quickly and can cause a small devastating explosion if it comes in contact with a heat source.
BE CAUTIONED: Always keep flammable materials away from the grill. Never place lighter flammable liquids near or in close proximity to your grill – never add lighter fluid or any flammable liquid to a burning fire.
Never "step aside" from the grill even if the food may allow you to. A gust of wind, grease fire, or a small unknown gas leak can cause great damage not only to your food and grill, but also to an unsuspecting you. Make sure all the food requirements are available before you hit the grill so there remains no need for you to skip your grill-time.
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Keep it Clean
Over regular use, the grill becomes a warehouse of grease and ash deposits (amongst other un-named things).
This build-up causes the grill to easily flare up and smoke incessantly – and as a result, not only leave a bad taste in your food but also a trigger for gas flare-ups. The best way to prevent these problems is by taking the grates, and burner cover, out for a thorough cleaning.
Prepare and Train Yourself for a Firefight
Fire – something that comes out of the grill when a flare-up gets caught in the moment. It needs to be controlled and put out.
To do so, always keep a portion of your grill empty where you can easily move food in case a flare up occurs. When a flare up occurs, move the food away and let it burn with the lid up. In case it spreads you'll need put it out with water or an extinguisher.
Though latest gas grills are vented and prevent gasses from building up inside cabinets and slow leaks don't pose a danger, turning off the gas at the source will remains the safest strategy
REMEMBER: water can cause grease fires to literally explode – and so if there is one, you need to do it from a distance, a safe distance. In case you have a fire extinguisher, do read and remember its instructions, and learn how to use it –there normally isn't enough time to read instructions when the fire is eating at your grill.
Always Use the 10–5 Rule
It states — when lighting a gas grill, wait only 10 seconds for the gas to start. If it does not, turn of the gas and leave the lid open for 5 minutes before trying again.
Propane gas is very light and develops into a large cloud quickly and can cause a small devastating explosion if it comes in contact with a heat source.
BE CAUTIONED: Always keep flammable materials away from the grill. Never place lighter flammable liquids near or in close proximity to your grill – never add lighter fluid or any flammable liquid to a burning fire.
Keep a Close Eye on Your Grill
Never "step aside" from the grill even if the food may allow you to. A gust of wind, grease fire, or a small unknown gas leak can cause great damage not only to your food and grill, but also to an unsuspecting you. Make sure all the food requirements are available before you hit the grill so there remains no need for you to skip your grill-time.
For more information on grills, visit http://www.grillsandoutdoorliving.com
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