How to Clean Your Traeger Grill: Step-by-Step Instructions

Maintaining your Traeger Grill is essential to ensure its performance and longevity. Here's a step-by-step guide to keep your grill in top shape:

General Cleaning Instructions

1. Ensure Grill is Cool: Never start cleaning until your grill is completely cool.
2. Spray with Cleaner: Use an all-natural degreaser/cleaner on the grill grate and inside the chimney.
3. Remove and Clean Grates: Remove both sides of the grill grates and clean them.
4. Dispose of Old Liners: If your grill uses a liner, discard old foil or drip tray liners.
5. Remove Drip Tray and Heat Baffle: Take out the drip tray and the heat baffle for cleaning.
6. Empty the Hopper: Clear out the pellets from the hopper.
7. Vacuum Thoroughly: Vacuum the inside of the grill, firepot, and hopper to remove residual sawdust.
8. Scrub the Chimney: Use a cleaning cloth or heavy-duty paper towels, avoiding wire brushes.
9. Clean Inside and Outside: Spray with cleaner and allow it to soak before wiping clean.
10. Reassemble: Reinsert all components, including the heat baffle, drip tray, new liners, and grill grates.

Cleaning the Grill Grates

• Cool Down First: Ensure the grill has cooled down before starting.
• Avoid Wire Brushes: Use a cleaning cloth, heavy-duty paper towels, or a Nylon Cleaning Brush.
• Alternative Tools: A Wooden Grill Scrape is a safe alternative for certain grill models.

Cleaning the Hopper, Fire Pot, and Grease Channels

• Hopper: Empty and vacuum the hopper, removing any sawdust and checking for moisture.
• Firepot: Vacuum the firepot when the grill is cold to remove ashes.
• Grease Channels: Check and clean grease channels to prevent buildup and potential fires.

Cleaning a Flatrock Grill

• Essential Items: Use a clean cloth or paper towels, all-natural cleaner, water, and a seasoning conditioner.
• Parts to Clean: Focus on the cooktop, burners, grease chute, and grease keg liner.

Cleaning Schedule

• After Each Use: Wipe down spills and scrape the grill grates.
• Every 2-3 Cooks: Deep clean the inside of the grill.
• Every 3 Months: Clean the outside of the grill.
• Every 6 Months: Clean the grease chute to avoid fires.

FAQs

• Preventing Rust: Regular cleaning, removing excess grease, and using rust-preventative products help prevent rust.
• Recommended Cleaning Products: Use specific Traeger products to protect your grill and warranty.
• When to Clean: Follow the recommended schedule and look for indicators like buildup on drip rails and grates.

By following these detailed steps and maintaining a regular cleaning schedule, you can ensure that your Traeger Grill remains in excellent condition, providing delicious meals for years to come.