Napoleon PRO285X, Manual

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N415-0437 AUG 04.20

WARNING!

 Always wear protective gloves and safety glasses when servicing your grill.

WARNING!

 To avoid the possibility of burns, maintenance should be done only when the grill is 

cool. Avoid unprotected contact with hot surfaces. Ensure all burners are turned off. Clean grill in an 

area where cleaning solutions will not harm decks, lawns, or patios. Do not use oven cleaner to clean 

any part of this gas grill. Do not use a self-cleaning oven to clean cooking grids or any other parts of 

the gas grill. Barbecue sauce and salt can be corrosive and will cause rapid deterioration of the gas grill  

components unless cleaned regularly.

Cooking Instructions

Initial Lighting

: When lit for the first time, the gas grill emits a slight odor. This is a normal temporary 

condition caused by the “burn-in” of internal paints and lubricants used in the manufacturing process and 

does not occur again. Simply run the main burners on high for approximately one-half hour. 

Main Burner Use

:  When searing foods, we recommend preheating the grill by operating all main burners 

in the high position with the lid closed for approximately 10 minutes.  Food cooked for short periods of 

time (fish, vegetables) can be grilled with the lid open. Cooking with the lid closed will ensure higher, more 

even temperatures that can reduce cooking time and cook meat more evenly. Food that has a cooking 

time longer than 30 minutes, such as roasts, can be cooked indirectly (with the burner lit opposite to the 

food placement). When cooking very lean meats, such as chicken breasts or lean pork, the grids can be 

oiled before pre-heating to reduce sticking. Cooking meat with a high degree of fat content can create 

flare-ups. Either trim the fat or reduce temperatures to inhibit this. Should a flare-up occur, move food 

away from the flames and reduce the heat. Leave the lid open.  See Your All Season Grill cookbook by 

Napoleon for more detailed instructions.

Cleaning Instructions

Note

: Stainless steel tends to oxidize or stain in the presence of chlorides and sulfides, particularly in 

coastal areas and other harsh environments, such as the warm, highly humid atmosphere around pools 

and hot tubs. These stains could be perceived as rust, but can be easily removed or prevented. To provide 

stain prevention and removal, wash all stainless steel and chrome surfaces every 3-4 weeks or as often as 

required with fresh water and/or stainless steel cleaner. 

Cleaning Inside The Gas Grill 

: Remove the cooking grids.  Use a  brass wire brush to clean loose debris 

from casting sides and underneath the lid.  Brush all debris from inside the gas grill into the removable 

drip pan. 

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WARNING!

 Do not use this grill under extended awnings.  Failure to follow these instructions 

could result in a fire or personal injury.

DANGER!

 Allow the grill to cool to the touch before moving or storing.  Failure to do so could result 

in a fire resulting in property damage, personal injury or death.

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Cast Iron Cooking Grids

: The cast iron cooking grids supplied with your new grill offer superior heat 

retention and distribution.  By regularly seasoning your grids you are adding a protective coating, which 

will aid in resisting corrosion and increase your grids non-stick capabilities.

First Time Use

:  Wash the cooking grids by hand with mild dish soap and water to remove any residue 

from the manufacturing process (never wash in a dish washer).  Rinse thoroughly with hot water and dry 

completely with a soft cloth.  This is important to avoid moisture from entering the cast iron.

Seasoning

: Using a soft cloth, spread VEGETABLE SHORTENING over the entire grid surface ensuring 

all grooves and corners are covered.  Do not use salted fats such as butter or margarine.  Pre-heat your 

grill for 15 minutes, then place the seasoned cooking grids in the grill.  Turn the burner control knobs to 

medium with the lid closed.  Allow the cooking grids to heat for approximately one-half hour.  Turn all the 

burners to the “OFF” position and turn the gas off at the source.  Let the cooking grids stand until cool.  

This procedure should be repeated several times throughout the season, although it is not required for 

daily use (follow daily usage procedure below). 

Daily Usage

:  Before pre-heating, and cleaning with a brass wire grill brush, coat the entire top surface of 

the cooking grids with VEGETABLE SHORTENING.  Pre-heat the grill and then brush away any unwanted 

residue with a brass wire brush.