How to Clean Brass Grill Burners
- 1). Turn off the gas, and disconnect the propane or gas tank. Wait 3 minutes to give any built-up gas time to dissipate. Be sure the grill is completely cool before proceeding.
- 2). Remove the cooking grate, and set it aside. Scoop out the briquettes to reveal the burner beneath.
- 3). Sweep the surface of the burner briskly with a wire brush, removing any loose dirt, crumbs or debris.
- 4). Pour 1/2 cup of distilled white vinegar into a bucket. Add 1 teaspoon of liquid dish soap and 2 quarts of water. Stir rapidly until the solution begins to form soap suds. Apply this solution to the burner with a stiff-bristled brush. Scrub sticky residue away using firm, back-and-forth strokes. Wipe with a damp sponge to rinse.
- 5). Mix ½ cup of household ammonia into 1 quart of water. Cover any stubborn residue with a paper towel soaked in this solution; leave it for 30 minutes to give the fumes time to loosen burnt-on crust and greasy spills. Rinse with a damp sponge, and repeat if necessary.
- 6). Inspect the burner for clogged gas holes. These are the small openings that appear along the surface of the burner and that allow gas to escape during grilling. Use a straight pin or a paper clip to remove any debris, effectively clearing the holes.
- 7). Rub the burner with a clean towel to dry, and reassemble the grill.