How to Repair Barbecues
The barbecue is the staple of the backyard get-together. So if it's broken or not working to its fullest capacity, your entertaining plans could be affected. You can repair your barbecue before the next summer feast with just a few simple household tools. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Aluminum foil
- Small knife
- Sandpaper
- Cotton swab
- Rubbing alcohol
- Wire brush
- Lubricant
Instructions
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Remove the grill grate. Clean as much rust and grime off as you can. Wrap the entire grate with aluminum foil. Build up a few layers about three sheets thick. Cut slats into the foil following the originals to allow air flow in the grill.
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In the collector box next to the burners, sand the corrosion from the electrode tip until clean. Wipe the electrode with a cotton swab soaked in rubbing alcohol. Sand the inside of the collector box to remove as much of the corrosion as possible.
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Remove the grill and lava rocks or ceramic briquettes and set aside. Carefully remove the burners and scrub with warm soapy water and a wire brush. This will clean out much of the grease and build up that can cause gas blockages.
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Clean off the surface of the control panel. Remove and clean the control knob caps, if possible. Spray the valve stems with penetrating oil or an oil-based lubricant that protects from rust. Twist the knobs to let the lubricant settle into the moving parts.
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References
- Photo Credit barbeque image by Leticia Wilson from Fotolia.com
