I've used this grill two times to cook and got a funky smell and taste on the food that came from the grill plates. What do I have to do to fix that?
617352
Do you remove the plates from the grill to wash and raise them off before you use them? If so, then I don't know why you would be getting a smell. Please make sure that you also clean up any residue where the plates are kept.
617353
I have the same grill and have used it a couple of times a week for years. No smell or odd taste. Perhaps it has something to do with what you washed it with or maybe it wasn't rinsed enough?
617354
It says in the instructions that the funky smell has something to do with the "manufacturing process. I can't remember the specifics. They mention, I think, washing the plates before you use them, and letting the grill sit "on" at 350 or so or about 10-20 minutes prior to first use. So if you didn't do that, I'd assume it's normal that there'd be a funky smell. Shouldn't be a long term thing.
537769
My suggestion would be to contact Cuisinart. I would not try it on my grill because I would not want to chance ruining it.
828851
I woul take it apart and clean it once a season. I did not do this and the supports for the heat deflectors are rusting away. I think this is a fatal occurrence and would want to avoid at all cost. I think that is the grill's weak spot.
854406
The grill plates become porous after a while. I wrap it in tin foil because I don't want to spring for a new set of plates. I've had it a year but they started going bad after 6 months of near-daily use.
684913
I never had this smell on mine. Have you checked the wire to make sure that there are no cuts? If there aren't any, I would definitely contact Cuisinart to make sure the unit is safe.
577339
Thanks for your input. maybe I was just being overly anxious. The reason I bought the grill was because I heard grilled meat, directly on the hot surface was bad so I wanted an alternative. I'll take it out of the box and try it. :o)
1580396
Try removing the grill grate and scrub the burners with a wire brush. Some degreaser to wash the burners may also help.
1128318
Received this grill for Christmas. I like it a lot, but noticed a tremendous amount of smoke coming out at the rim of the grill during cooking, and once I closed the top and bottom vents too. Charcoal would not extinguish and turned into ash. Lid was "out of round" by 5/12 of an inch. Was not a huge issue in cooking, but reusing partially burnt charcoal is a cost saver. Weber is sending new lid, and hopefully equally rounded to make a tight seal between lid and kettle. Is it just me or is the metal thinner and lighter (cheaper feeling) than my 15 year old Weber?
1274651
I would guess it is an electronic problem. I would ask for a new one if relatively new, or it could be just a buildup of particles from cooking, etc.. Contact Kidde.
2235890
Not sure what that smell is caused from. Didn't have any problem with mine, as far as odor. I'd ask Whirlpool about it. Maybe you can get a replacement. Good luck!!!
684469
I've had this grill for four or five years and it has done a great job for me. Alas, however, I have never washed it. If you use it on your grill you may try this cleaning method: After cooking on it, I spread aluminum foil over the grill and let it stay until the next time I grill. I then turn on the grill on high (it's a gas grill) and cook the covered grate for about five minutes or long enough to turn all the residue left over from the the last meal into crispy little morsels that come right off with a grill brush and I'm sure all the germs have met their maker. I always oil the grill after use to keep the rust off and keep it seasoned. Good luck. I've had this grill for four or five years and it has done a great job for me. Alas, however, I have never washed it. If you use it on your grill you may try this cleaning method: After cooking on it, I spread aluminum foil over the grill and let it stay until the next time I grill. I then turn on the grill on high (it's a gas grill) and cook the covered grate for about five minutes or long enough to turn all the residue left over from the the last meal into crispy little morsels that come right off with a grill brush and I'm sure all the germs have met their maker. I always oil the grill... » Read More I've had this grill for four or five years and it has done a great job for me. Alas, however, I have never washed it. If you use it on your grill you may try this cleaning method: After cooking on it, I spread aluminum foil over the grill and let it stay until the next time I grill. I then turn on the grill on high (it's a gas grill) and cook the covered grate for about five minutes or long enough to turn all the residue left over from the the last meal into crispy little morsels that come right off with a grill brush and I'm sure all the germs have met their maker. I always oil the grill after use to keep the rust off and keep it seasoned. Good luck. « Show Less
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Very good advice, R. I would add that you need to go to the grill model and then look for another link at lower left to "replacement parts available." I needed a new round grill plate for my large indoor/outdoor model, because that toxic non-stick stuff shreds over time. They had it!
1925464
try cleaning it - you can use dish soap and a sponge. run just the pump under water with soap - get the grill clean - see if that helps - if not you may need a new pump. I clean mine once a month
1865526
I put some olive oil on them before using. Use my grill year round at least 3 times a week
353644
I had a smell in the beginning but as they say below it wore off...if it continues I would contact the manufacture for another model. Make sure to check for melting plastic...also make sure the outside doens get hot.
2124449
I had to order mine through Ace Hardware the first time. The second time I purchased a different Grill from a different manufacturer. I would suggest you consider purchasing a different grill. I know they are not cheap, but at this point I believe Weber is riding on what used to be a good product brand name. Not Anymore. Good Luck and if you repair it, plan on continued repairs. Be happy if you get two to three years out of the replacement burners.
1099250
I didn't notice that on mine. It sounds weird but you might try licking it and seeing if it tastes like anything. For better or worse your food will end up tasting like anything you cook it in. If it tastes like nothing you are fine.