Summer is approaching - and that means it's BBQ Season!

Basic Maintenance & Safety Info

- NEVER USE A BARBECUE INDOORS OR IN A TENT!

- Always use in an open, well-ventilated area to avoid the risk of Carbon Monoxide Poison. 

- Inspect your barbecue grill is in sound condition and proper working order.

- Always cook on a flat surface, away from buildings, fences, overhanging branches and other combustibles.

- Position the grill away from deck railings, siding on your house and out from under the eaves.

- Keep children and pets away from any barbecue.

- Never leave a barbecue unattended.

- Use long-handled grilling tools to avoid injury from the heat and flames.

- Keep your grill clean by removing grease, fat and other debris.

- Make sure you leave your grill lid open when lighting a gas grill.

Charcoal Barbecues / Grills

- Always follow all manufacturer's instructions.

- Use proper charcoal and starting fluid.

- Do not use more fuel than needed (generally no more than enough to cover the grill's bottom to a height no more than 2" is needed).

- Never apply lighter fluid to hot charcoal.

- Ensure charcoal ashes are completely cooled before removing.  Discard in a non-flammable container, such as a metal pail or bucket, and place on bare area, such as garden soil.  Water may be applied to the ash, but use caution as it may steam.

- Do not use any fluids other than approved lighter fluids to start a barbecue fire.

Gas Barbecues / Grills

- Always follow all manufacturer's instructions.

- Propane tanks have a 12 year life span, and any tank older than 12 years should not be used unless recertified.

- Check the tank, pipes, hose and valves for possible gas leaks.  Use a soapy water solution, and look for bubbling.

- If there is a leaky connection, attempt to tighten it, never over-tighten.

- Open the barbecue lid before lighting the grill.

- When you are done cooking with gas, turn off the gas to the grill.

- Never change the tanks indoors, always do outdoors in an open area.

- Do not store gas tanks indoors and never in a basement.

- If you smell gas while cooking, immediately get everyone away from the grill and call 9-1-1!
 

If you have any questions about Charcoal or Gas Grills,

feel free to call us at (914) 271-2694.