Tips for safe operation this summer a gas grill

Montgomery, AL (WSFA) - It's almost that time of year. If the weather bring warmer Alabama networks. This is a great way to go out with friends and enjoy the outdoors, but can also be dangerous.

According to the National Fire Protection Association, there were an average of 8800 fires in connection grid between 2007-2011. There was an average of ten deaths per year due to injuries associated grill.

So, when you pull the grill or perhaps not a close look long, here are some tips for keeping your family and your home safe.

First, experts say the grill, be sure to clean your grill. Must be carried out at least twice a year. The goal is to remove all grease, fat, and the accumulation of food in the rack and drip tray.

You should also look at the pipe and the tank that no damage or corruption are guaranteed. It's a fairly easy way to determine if you have a leak. If you are a little soapy water in the pipe to the tank and turn on the grill, nothing should happen. If the soapy water starts to bubble to a small leak. Immediately open the gas and get help from a professional.

When you turn on the gas grill, make sure you leave the lid open for propane gas trapped and causes a surge upward. When the grill may not light immediately, turn off the gas and leave the lid open. Wait five minutes to allow the gas to clear and try again.

Tips for cooking gas grill we provide a link to the website of the National Fire Protection Association:

http://www.nfpa.org/safety-information/for-consumers/outdoors/grilling

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