A gas grill and an outdoor kitchen can expand the potential of your home. It can mean more barbecues, self-prepared meals, and fun with family and friends. A grill can bring lasting enjoyment, but it is important to clean it regularly. If cleaned thoroughly at the beginning and end of the grilling season, a Wolf grill can last for many years.

Cleaning a gas-powered grill is easy once you have everything you need. First, gather all the necessary items, including a wire brush, cleaning solution/degreaser, scouring pad, putty knife, and paper towels/rags/cloths. You’ll need soap and water as well.

How to Clean a Gas Grill

Here are a few basic steps for cleaning your grill, staying safe, and ensuring it can continue to meet your needs:

  • Turn Off the Gas/Propane: Turn off the gas supply and disconnect or remove any propane tank or other fuel source. It is extremely vital to make sure the gas is turned off before you start with any cleaning or maintenance.
  • Remove Cooking Grates and Burner Covers: The cooking grate, burner cover, and warming rack should be removed from the grill and put aside. Soak these separately in warm, soapy water and use the scouring pad to scrub them thoroughly. If they’re rusted or excessively worn, consider replacing these components with new ones; stainless steel parts may last longer and be more suited for your grilling needs.
  • Clean Gas Grill Burners: Food scraps, debris, and bugs can easily collect on burners and create fire hazards. Clean each burner with a wire brush or steel wool. However, never use steel wool to clean stainless steel components, as it can cause scratches and other damage. Next, spray the burners with a degreaser; the wire brush can then be used to scrub away any remaining grit. Also clear out or unclog burner holes and remove/clean the drip tray, replacing it when done.
  • Scrape the Grill: Scraping all the grit away can be a challenge. But it’s important to remove any build-up. A putty knife can help get rid of it; thoroughly scrape all surfaces on the grill and inside the hood. Once the debris is gone, spray the grill down with a cleaner/degreaser and rinse it off with water.
  • Rinse Grill Components: Take special care when washing off grill components. If you hose them off over cement, any grease can end up staining the surface. Be thorough when rinsing so no traces of cleaner or degreaser remain. Residue can be tough to remove from the exterior. You don’t necessarily need a pressure washer or even a garden hose; a microfiber cloth and stainless-steel cleaner can do the job. Then apply polish to a wet cloth and wipe away any residue that remains.
  • Test Your Grill: When everything is clean and all parts are put back in place, check that your grill is working. Each button, knob, and switch should operate specific functions of the unit. If not, then you may need repairs or replacement parts; a professional appliance repair service can help get your grill running again for the season.

Contact Wilshire Refrigeration

We’re open to provide any Wolf grill repair you need. Contact us and a factory-certified appliance technician will provide no contact service, following CDC guidelines for social distancing and equipment sanitization. Wilshire Refrigeration is fully available in Los Angeles, Southern California, and Las Vegas during the coronavirus pandemic. Call 800-427-3653 today if your Wolf grill needs to be repaired.