Monday, May 29, 2006

The grill of my dreams...



Not really - I only use LP to start my charcoal. BTW - hooking your grill to your house tank is one of the greatest hassle-removers for any backyard chef. Just look for a low-pressure regulator at your DIY store and soap-test all the joints.

How to do the testing:
  • Make a mixture of 50% liquid dish soap and 50% water.
  • With grill console control knobs in the "OFF" position, twist the valve on the propane cylinder 1 turn only. DO NOT LIGHT BURNERS WHILE PERFORMING A LEAK CHECK.
  • Brush soap and water solution on the following connections:
  • All propane cylinder welds and bottom ring of tank.
  • Propane cylinder valve including threads into cylinder.
  • All hose connections including side burner tubing, if equipped.
  • All valve connections.
  • Observe each place for growing bubbles, which indicates that a gas leak is present.
The tragic part is for lack for a cheap instant read thermometer, there is a good chance the output of $20K grills will be alternately charred and raw, just like the old $10 flying saucers from the 1950's.

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