My grates are rusty and trying to clean them to no avail. I am going to buy the replacement grates but what can I do with the old grates?
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I put ours on our recycling bin hoping they are the kind of metal that can be recycled. Perhaps you could make two mini trellises for some plants in your garden� Just a thought.
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First maybe someone needs them on the Craigs list so try that first . Some people will cut out the bad bars and make up 3 or 4 grids instead of 2 grids because it saves $50. Its a smart thing to do , cooks the same and is just smart if part of the grid is still good.Second , recycle them for the metal
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To be sure wrap it in cardboard and take it inside or just the 4 inserts and let the ring rust a bit. To store outside clean out the grill(ash somehow increases the humidity inside), leave it a bit open for air circulation on top and bottom and use a grill cover, you should be fine too. Mine was a bit rusty after the winter, I use a spatula to scrape it off and a cloth dipped in veggie oil to clean. Let the grill heat up for an hour and the grate should be like new.
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Yes, the bottom of mine has rusty build-up and I have no idea how I am going to clean it. It's gross and I am about to throw the thing away.
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John the bottom line is, they used really cheap steel for the grates. No matter what you do, oil, cleaning, etc., the only way you're going to keep those things from rusting is to take them off the grill after each use, wash and dry them, and store them indoors. Which of course is ridiculous for a product meant to live outdoors.
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http://www.thekitchn.com/how-to-restore-a-rusty-cast-iron-skillet-cleaning-lessons-from-the-kitchn-203086This method works well, so I hope this helps you out.
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Thanks for replies. The burner is usually the first thing to rust out so I will look for a different grill.
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Easy, I cured the grates with olive oil when they are hot. This is like curing a cast iron skillet. No rust and food generally wipes right off. Food just seems to cook much better on cast iron.
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they are talkin about seasoning the grill grate, it is included in the directions that came with the grill, basically your going to put vegitable oil on the grates and heat them in your oven or I suppose you can do it on your grill some how the oil soaks into the grates while they heat and help prevent them from rustin up later on.
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Hmmm. Mine is pretty well seasoned so nothing really sticks even when I overcook. I wonder what would happen if you heated it up again (with good ventilation so your smoke alarm doesn't go off!). Maybe it would burn off like what you'd do with your gas grill. It might even help to brush some cooking oil on the remnants to help them burn/flake off. Otherwise I guess you can try just scraping with something that won't scratch it too much; maybe try wetting the grills a little by placing some wet cloths on them (since you can't actually soak them); then either scrape or see if it will cook off once the burnt stuff is softer. Good luck. I hope I'll be able to see a response that states how you made out. Hmmm. Mine is pretty well seasoned so nothing really sticks even when I overcook. I wonder what would happen if you heated it up again (with good ventilation so your smoke alarm doesn't go off!). Maybe it would burn off like what you'd do with your gas grill. It might even help to brush some cooking oil on the remnants to help them burn/flake off. Otherwise I guess you can try just scraping with something that won't scratch it too much; maybe try wetting the grills a little by placing some wet cloths on them (since you can't actually soak them); then either scrape or see if it will cook off... » Read More Hmmm. Mine is pretty well seasoned so nothing really sticks even when I overcook. I wonder what would happen if you heated it up again (with good ventilation so your smoke alarm doesn't go off!). Maybe it would burn off like what you'd do with your gas grill. It might even help to brush some cooking oil on the remnants to help them burn/flake off. Otherwise I guess you can try just scraping with something that won't scratch it too much; maybe try wetting the grills a little by placing some wet cloths on them (since you can't actually soak them); then either scrape or see if it will cook off once the burnt stuff is softer. Good luck. I hope I'll be able to see a response that states how you made out. « Show Less
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I use a wire brush designed to fit the grooves. I've not had rust problems. The whole point of STAINLESS STEEL is it doesn't rust.Charbroil makes a brush for the infrared grates, and I bought one here on Amazon. So far...no rust problems. I hope this helps you with your purchase decision(s).
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No the grill grates cannot be removed for cleaning so do not even waste your time with this piece of junk. Thus, I purchased an electrical bbq guys stainless steel tabletop grill and it cooks better then my weber gas grill because it is so easy to clean. Lastly the grill grates for bbq guys is removeable. Best of luck, and please let me know if you need anything else Ronald, Omar.
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We got a cleaning kit that came with the grille. Haven't used any of the cleaning solutions in it, but it did contain a wire brush that we use to clean the grates. I think the grate is stainless steel on this grille that doesn't rust. I hope so anyway. I don't know of anything else to remove the solid deposits.
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Okay. I see this question all the time when it comes to BBQ grills. Grill racks can be scrubbed with steel bristle brushes. Stick to hot water, steam, and pressure. Don't use chemicals like oven cleaners. If the carbon buildup is such that you don't want it anymore, simply replace the grill rack. That is why replacement parts are sold. As for the charcoal dust, all that you need is a shop vac. Be sure that coals are no longer hot, lit, or smoldering. Suck it all up with your wet/dry vacuum.
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if you have cast iron you won't be able to use this brush and maintain seasoned grates.. this would be used to fully clean the grates in preparation for seasoning.. if you have cast iron I just use a wooden scraper to get the larger pieces off and let the grill burn off the rest.. if they're really dirty you can wipe them off with a damp cloth or even water, followed by paper towel drying them to remove the water.. better if you then can put them back on the warm grill to remove any and all water.. then coat the grates with a thin coating of oil again to prevent rusting..
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The grill does not come apart so that is why there is a small challenge to clean the grates. It isn't to hard to clean just have to work at it a bit. I use small soft brush to clean the grates. I have had this grill for over a year and I love it.
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I suspect that is a treatment of some sort. After firing mine and leaving it outside, the grates rusted, removing the material. A steel brush took it down to the base material, which is a cast iron, at least to my eye.
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We have replaced ours several years ago and they work great. Make certain to measure the inside of your grill, realizing there is a little wiggle room depending on the width of ledge the grill sits on. I would first try and check the particular brand of grill you purchased and see whether replacements are available. As long as the inside measurements accommodate the two new grill measurements, go for it!