Brush the top and bottom of the grill with a wire brush. Grill clean-up kits are available which include wire brush, cleaner and high temp paint. With fine sandpaper, lightly sand grill. Wash with soap and water or use a strong cleaner to remove dust and grease. If white corrosion in present on body of grill, remove by wiping with vinegar. Paint grill with high temperature paint made specifically for grills. Allow paint to thoroughly dry before using the grill.
Ever longed for more than ho-hum grill fare on a picnic or camping trip? From E4L Homewares comes a promising idea: the Red Devil, a best propane grill lost $200 plus shipping, it's far pricier than a hibachi and charcoal, but the Red Devil can grill, roast, and even stir-fry. Unfortunately, we can't recommend it at this time. The 30-inch-tall grill stores in two nylon carrying bags and weighs 25 pounds. Add two small propane cylinders (available in hardware stores for $4 each), and you'll have four to eight hours of cooking power.
Eight plump hamburgers (12 pound each) fit comfortably on the chrome-plated 18-inch grate and came out evenly cooked except for one tiny hot spot. With the SuperSkillet attachment, a shallow wok that fits over the burner, we easily stir-fried a large batch of vegetables and chicken. Another success was the chicken we roasted using the SuperSkillet, a roasting rack, and a dome lid. After 45 minutes, the bird was flavorfully smoked, golden brown and juicy. After use, the Red Devil comes apart and folds up easily for storage, but you'll need to clean it or risk messing up those nylon storage bags.
Three details give us pause. First, lighting instructions were contradictory. A label on the bottom of a leg recommends holding a lighter next to a burner port. When that's done, the flame lights tamely and safely. The manual, however, has you hold a flame through a hole in the radiant heat plate that fits over the burner. But gas can accumulate, so the burner sometimes lights with a "phoomp" and a lick of flame. Another disappointment: The coating on the radiant heat plate and on the SuperSkillet cracked and blistered after only a few uses. And the Red Devil's "risk-free" guarantee is good for only 30 days. Should you return the grill, you'll be out nearly $50 in shipping and handling fees.
If properly maintained, the propane grill will last several years. However, rust can create cracks or holes in the propane grill, requiring them to be replaced. To replace your propane grill, determine the following:
If the grids and rock grate need replacing, be sure to measure the length and width of each grid before shopping for a replacement. Universal grids are available to fit over 90% of all propane grills makes and models. Universal grids are available in three sizes in chromed wire or porcelainized wire. The chrome grids can be used as cooking or rock grids. Porcelainized grids are recommended for cooking use. Although it is not neccessary to have porcelainized rock grates, the universal porcelainized grids can function as rock grates as well
Our advice: Pass up the Red Devil until its kinks are fixed. It may be ready for prime meat, but not prime time.
Eight plump hamburgers (12 pound each) fit comfortably on the chrome-plated 18-inch grate and came out evenly cooked except for one tiny hot spot. With the SuperSkillet attachment, a shallow wok that fits over the burner, we easily stir-fried a large batch of vegetables and chicken. Another success was the chicken we roasted using the SuperSkillet, a roasting rack, and a dome lid. After 45 minutes, the bird was flavorfully smoked, golden brown and juicy. After use, the Red Devil comes apart and folds up easily for storage, but you'll need to clean it or risk messing up those nylon storage bags.
Three details give us pause. First, lighting instructions were contradictory. A label on the bottom of a leg recommends holding a lighter next to a burner port. When that's done, the flame lights tamely and safely. The manual, however, has you hold a flame through a hole in the radiant heat plate that fits over the burner. But gas can accumulate, so the burner sometimes lights with a "phoomp" and a lick of flame. Another disappointment: The coating on the radiant heat plate and on the SuperSkillet cracked and blistered after only a few uses. And the Red Devil's "risk-free" guarantee is good for only 30 days. Should you return the grill, you'll be out nearly $50 in shipping and handling fees.
If properly maintained, the propane grill will last several years. However, rust can create cracks or holes in the propane grill, requiring them to be replaced. To replace your propane grill, determine the following:
- Shaped and length of burner. Most burners are "H" shaped or "Bar" shaped. Sizes for "H" burners are usually 15 or 19 in. "Bar" burners range from 12 to 16 in.
- Number of control knobs and location of knobs. Post or unfornt control.
- BTU rating of grill, grill make and model number. This information can usually be found at some location on the grill or in the instruction manual supplied with the grill.
If the grids and rock grate need replacing, be sure to measure the length and width of each grid before shopping for a replacement. Universal grids are available to fit over 90% of all propane grills makes and models. Universal grids are available in three sizes in chromed wire or porcelainized wire. The chrome grids can be used as cooking or rock grids. Porcelainized grids are recommended for cooking use. Although it is not neccessary to have porcelainized rock grates, the universal porcelainized grids can function as rock grates as well
Our advice: Pass up the Red Devil until its kinks are fixed. It may be ready for prime meat, but not prime time.