How to Clean and Restore your Gas Grill

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Күн бұрын

Step by step guide for how to clean and restore your weber gas grill with soap & vinegar. First, cut grease stains with soap and vinegar for a deep clean. Once grill is clean this guides you on how to replace igniter, burner tubes, & flavorizer bars.
Full How To Guide found on my blog:
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00:00 Intro
00:15 Materials & Supplies Needed: Cleaning Supplies, New Grill Parts and Tools
01:13 Put dish soap and warm water in storage bin for soaking parts
01:19 Remove grates and soak
01:24 Remove flavorizer bars
01:40 Test burner tubes to see if you need to replace
01:55 Remove igniter box
02:13 Remove control panel, soak in soap bath
02:34 Remove burner tubes
02:13 Remove control panel, soak in soap bath
03:05 Remove igniter cable from burner tube
02:13 Remove control panel, soak in soap bath
03:30 Vacuum out grill if needed
03:44 Remove drip tray and empty
04:02 Remove grease buildup off inside of grill
04:20 How to remove grease buildup from grill lid
04:59 Mix warm water, vinegar, and dish soap for cleaning grease of grill
05:15 Wash grill with vinegar and dish soap
05:41 Wash grill parts
05:57 How to replace grill parts
06:00 How to install grill burner tubes
06:00 Connect grill igniter switch to control panel
07:09 Connect igniter cable to burner tubes
07:33 Install control panel
08:34 How to install grill igniter box
08:59 Test grill igniter
09:09 Replace metal drip pan tray
09:17 Replace aluminum drip tray
09:25 Slide drip pan tray back into place
09:29 How to replace flavorizer bars
09:48 Finished clean grill
10:26 Closing remarks

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@planetfabulous5833 28 күн бұрын

In case anyone has a Spirit with rusted burner tubes, Weber should replace them for free since they are under a 10-year warranty. I just had Weber replace my burner tubes for free, even though my Spirit was slightly over 10 years old. Great customer service!

@moscabianca2054 Ай бұрын

I used your video to completely rehaul my Weber Spirit grill. It was a ton of work, but very satisfying in the end. A new grill costs $700+, but with non OEM parts, I was able to fix everything for around $80. Thank you so much for making the video! 🤟

@joserossi7215 Ай бұрын

Where did you get the non OEM replacement parts?

@moscabianca2054 Ай бұрын

@@joserossi7215 Amazon

@toriankirland383 10 ай бұрын

Here are a couple of tips that make assembly slightly easier kzfaq.infoUgkxCx5fHawkK9OoV-ojFrY8JLnZrFwAmvUt . 1) One person can assemble, but if you have a buddy to help, it will make it go faster - especially steps 1-3 and 8 (the legs aren't heavy but can be difficult to hold while screwing things in). Step 8, 1st part will take some time unless you have two more hands OR are really lucky. 2) Use a socket wrench! 3) Step 7, 3rd part - the flame carry over tube has an open side, MAKE SURE THE OPEN SIDE IS FACING THE FRONT. If it's facing the back, the tube won't work. 4) Step 10, 3rd part - if you don't have small hands (I don't, they're gigantic) getting the nut on is really difficult (but not impossible). It took me about 4 hours to assemble, but I took a "union break" every 60-90 minutes and ate a quick lunch. Also, I'm really OCD so I took my time, looked at the instructions carefully, and cleaned up as I went.

@FishPieTV Жыл бұрын

If you want to get your stainless steel area like new try some “barkeepers friend” cleaning product 👍

@FullDadMode Жыл бұрын

Thanks I’m ready for another deep clean this spring so I’ll try that!

@tmworthington Жыл бұрын

Excellent video…I’m amazed at how quickly grease builds up in these grills.

@bleedforhockey96 10 ай бұрын

I’ve owned mine for over 11 years doing a refurb this week. Thanks !

@prestonrenify 2 жыл бұрын

Good tips. Like that you used vinegar & dish soap rather than harsh chemicals. Thanks

@pbloom61 Жыл бұрын

Really well done video, thank you! I have a similar grill that is used 4x/week that is looking pretty sleazy. You have given me inspiration, thank you! Excellent instructions, great attention to details and just well done overall.

@trishfitzpatrick2066 9 ай бұрын

This was a very helpful video that inspired me to reno our old Weber Spirit II E210 gas grill. The only trouble I ran into was the "heat deflector" that came with our unit. It has to be put down under the "burner tubes" and then the "flavorizer bars" (four of them) are placed over them. I found a different video (a Weber piece) that showed where the deflector was supposed to go so I'm good. This was still a very useful video.

@getrichkidd4986 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding! Straight to the point , well executed & explained

@Version135 2 ай бұрын

Thank you - we thought paint was flaking off of our cover and it was going to be unsafe! I was about to post it for sale as a refurb on craigslist. Thanks for this video!

@drmckweiss Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this video. Helped me save money and from filling up the land fill! Instructions were clear and easy to follow.

@Humpflicks 10 ай бұрын

I have already done this on my Weber, but wanted you to know your video is excellent. Step by step and straight forward. Wish I had seen it before I started. Well done.

@FullDadMode 10 ай бұрын

Thank you! Amazing how well they last and can be restored if neglected

@cpca3 Жыл бұрын

Very satisfying, Very helpful. Looking to do mine this year on a 10 year old Weber.

@zellar1 Ай бұрын

This is one of the most complete cleaning videos for this BBQ! Plus it is my exact BBQ! Thank you for posting!

@neilbrown7412 8 ай бұрын

Thanks so much for the video. I have the exact same grill and just cleaned and rebuilt it in a very short time after watching your video.

@bryanharrington5417 Жыл бұрын

I need to replace my burner tubes. Tried to take off the bolts and they were all burnt to a crisp/corroded like these. Went to the Tube for the work-around, and found this. Great video!

@michaelturnipseed3541 2 жыл бұрын

Well done and very well explained!!

@jw4111 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for saving me some serious heartache with removing rear screws! I’ll just remove from front!

@davidstanden480 2 жыл бұрын

Just picked up a free used Weber Spirit E-310 grill identical to yours that had NEVER been cleaned. After taking it mostly apart, I'm now in the process of doing a deep clean. Easy-Off oven cleaner works very well on the porcelain coated pieces. The vinegar solution is much less effective at removing charred on grease. I am using our dishwasher with detergent (for the parts that fit) and then using a 75% vinegar / 25% water solution with a little better results. Thanks for posting this video!

@shiningstar2903 2 жыл бұрын

Will easy off residue become corrosive smoke once it's heated?

@davidstanden480 2 жыл бұрын

@@shiningstar2903 I had no problems with nasty smoke because after everything was easy offed, everything was washed with soap and plenty of water. The Easy-Off can be harsh on the aluminum. I did not use it on any parts that were on the outside of the grill.

@babakabbaszadeh463 10 ай бұрын

Excellent and easy to follow. Thank you!

@ShayanGivehchian Жыл бұрын

Nicely done and well explained. Thanks.

@michaelarthur4764 Жыл бұрын

Thank you man …this is a huge help as I’m about to tackle cleaning up and repairing my Spirit 310n!

@tomkruger3496 2 жыл бұрын

This is great. One of the reasons I bought the Weber was the die-cast aluminum construction which is so much more durable than the stamped steel construction of other brands. It makes this kind of cleaning possible.

@FullDadMode 2 жыл бұрын

Definitely! I was surprised at how much this cleaning overhaul brought it back to life. It’s 10 years old and looks new! Thanks for the comment and glad you like the Weber.

@judycarlin2428 6 ай бұрын

This is a truly excellent video! Thank you!

@Edgetravelguy 11 ай бұрын

So helpful- very instructive- thanks

@ivanpuenteroca8825 Жыл бұрын

I just bought one like that used. I love your video and I will do it exactly like you did. Thanks so much…

@FullDadMode Жыл бұрын

Awesome good luck and glad to help!

@arthurresendez Жыл бұрын

OUTSTANDING video!!

@rlbutterfield Жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Thanks.👍🏻

@chrisfolmar8633 2 жыл бұрын

Great video - thanks for posting this

@JPDrew3 2 ай бұрын

Great video! Super informative and very well done.

@chrismiller741 11 ай бұрын

This was exactly what I was looking for. Thanks so much!

@jenniferlessardjl Ай бұрын

This is a great video! Thank you!

@brianwaller9232 Жыл бұрын

Outstanding!

@davidweiss8710 Жыл бұрын

my man! nicely done and thank you!!

@barrygill4376 Жыл бұрын

Awesome video man. This Video Fixed my Problem. Thank you so much.

@JR-zw2vb Жыл бұрын

Great video. ❤

@patriciariddle2997 Жыл бұрын

I just ordered new burners and flavorizers. Can't wait to make my grill look great again!

@aaronclinard5003 Жыл бұрын

I just got a Genesis II LX S-640 for free, and this is helping me clean it out, thanks. Brother-in-law was trying to burn off some extra gunk inside and accidentally started a fire. It melted some of the little plastic parts, but most importantly, it melted a bunch of the igniter wiring. Anything I should look out for while rebuilding this grill?

@truhbf Жыл бұрын

One should never disregard a weber grill and opt for a new one! They always have more life!

@FullDadMode Жыл бұрын

Agree! I was pleasantly surprised at how well it cleaned up and lasts for decades

@TSK24692 10 ай бұрын

That was an incredible job. But the work involved in keeping a gas grill clean is the main reason why I stick with charcoal grills. They are 100x easier to clean.

@jrrojas9050 Жыл бұрын

i own a weber spirit similar to this one. i being using my pressure washer and 409 degreaser. am i doing something wrong by doing it my way?

@ravon313 Жыл бұрын

My next project. This is very informational

@bjrnhansen697 Жыл бұрын

Awsome. I changed the flavorisers and top on mine. Ill do the burners next

@Spectralgem348 6 ай бұрын

when I deep cleaned mine, I realized that there was a special metal coating on the inside of my grill so I didn't scrape anything. I just used the soft side of a sponge and elbow grease to get most of it done and just left the stubborn parts alone. I clean my grill about once a month. once you get everything clean like that, the only thing you really have to do is suck up all the seasoning and wipe out the grease.

@FullDadMode 6 ай бұрын

Well done! You do a better job of ongoing maintenance than I do. New Year’s resolution next year will be to keep up with it.

@pawsnazzy01 Жыл бұрын

I would replace the drip pan as soon as it gets 3/4 full of grease. And I also use the putty knife on the inside when ever I notice any build up.

@FullDadMode Жыл бұрын

Definitely good maintenance tips! Thanks!

@j.c.villalon7778 5 ай бұрын

Great video, thanks for posting. Question: I have an old off-brand grill bought at BJ's, do you know if the Weber parts (or other grill parts) are universal and interchangeable? Thanks.

@FullDadMode 5 ай бұрын

Sorry I don’t know. Check the item details in the product description for parts you’re looking at to see if compatible.

@debgiannatsis2449 11 ай бұрын

What did you do with the water you soaked everything in?

@s.wright9070 Ай бұрын

Where did you put the water you cleaned it with?

@Droz75 Жыл бұрын

Weber burners are thinner gauge metal than the Napoleon ones.

@PebbleWilliams-gm7kh Жыл бұрын

Please help. Followed the video to a T. Replaced all burner tubes. Put it all back and the grill won’t light. No gas is getting to the burner tubes.

@markkemp7608 Жыл бұрын

I clean the inside of the grill about every 5-6 cooks. Especially if it burgers or ribeye. Just a simple scrap with a plastic putty knife.

@FullDadMode Жыл бұрын

That’s good advice. I let it go again and need to do another deep clean this summer 🤦‍♂️

@DGYtown Жыл бұрын

That shop vac hose will stink forever. I made the mistake of using a shop vac to clean my grill. I had to replace the shop vac hose because of the smell.

@znonemper5519 Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t you just soak the hose and clean it?

@kchillhall1968 2 жыл бұрын

What paint to use if you have rust on gray?

@FullDadMode 2 жыл бұрын

Check here for painting consideration- doesn’t give you color but type to look for. consumer-care.weber.com/hc/en-us/articles/360023605732-Where-can-I-buy-touch-up-paint-for-my-grill-

@philmastman2490 Жыл бұрын

Nice job. I’m going to do the same to mine, which is also pretty ugly.

@FullDadMode Жыл бұрын

I need to do mine again this spring…I let it go too long again without cleaning 😞. I’ll post an update

@philmastman2490 Жыл бұрын

@@FullDadMode I haven't done a cleaning on mine in over 10 years. I know I'm in for a big chore. Just bought all the replacement parts and cleaning supplies.

@alimuh007 3 ай бұрын

Not the Maxwell AA battery lol

@martinramirezmi5457 Ай бұрын

How long did this take real time?

@FullDadMode Ай бұрын

3 hours because I had to set up camera shots and figure out how to remove & replace burners. Not bad for full end to end deep clean. 2 hrs if remade in that condition today. 60-90min to clean depending on condition, without replacing burners and infighter.

@martinramirezmi5457 Ай бұрын

@@FullDadMode Thanks so much for your quick reply 🙏

@sttm1283 3 ай бұрын

this one doesnt look like it have been cleaned at all since new....

@weekendhomeprojects Ай бұрын

@6:07 - I should call her.

@VinderGroup3 Жыл бұрын

Great vid but please don’t neglect it again that was awful.

@FullDadMode Жыл бұрын

Thank you! It’s been two years since and I need another deep clean but defiantly now as bad!

@bdawg8907 Жыл бұрын

Yikes. Maybe clean your grill more than once every 10 years 😕

@FullDadMode Жыл бұрын

Haha guilty! I’m behind again and will clean this summer. Waiting 10 years won’t happen again

@PCPAyLOAD Жыл бұрын

2 words.. Pressure Washer

@MrGoogle239 Жыл бұрын

Google can't believe you waited so long to clear this, especially since the drop pan hole was blocked! Suspect the wife used the grill not you! Only reason I can think of to explain grills condition! 🤔

@kbjbrown 11 ай бұрын

Dumb comment.