How to Heat a Grill Cover
Heating the cover on your grill is the difference between a well-insulated automatic grill cleaner and a fire-hazard. A grill cover has the ability to take the heat from a recently used grill and make a steam-like atmosphere between the grill and cover. This steam then helps to loosen and clean any stuck-on dirt and stains from the grill.
What You'll Need:
- Bungee cords
- Twine
- All-purpose rope
- Shut the grill lid and wait 15 minutes. Wrap the cover over the grill. If you purchased a cover along with your barbecue pit it should fit snugly over the grill.
- Fasten each of the hooks of the bungee cords inside each hole located at the bottom of the cover. Alternatively, you can use twine or all-purpose rope to complete this step if you do not have bungee cords available to you.
- Connect the bungee cords onto the lower level of the grill. You can tie the cord or rope to the area that houses the charcoal and tools or also to the wheels of the pit. Ensure that the grip of the bungee cord is snug and tight. The snugger the grip, the hotter it will allow the cover to become.
- Allow ample time for the heat from the grill to transfer to the grill cover. Usually grills can reach temperatures anywhere from 400-degrees Freshet and up. The grill cover should heat within a maximum of 5 minutes. However, keep in mind, the heating time vary depending on the weather. Remove the cover and wipe the grill after 15 minutes. If you leave the cover on longer, mold can begin to form because of the moisture.