INSIGHT Magazine March 2014 | Page 36

t The t’s Ge Le eady rill R G or Spring To Use F A lthough it may not seem like it, spring will arrive eventually. Warmer weather usually means turning your attention to outside projects. Don't forget about your grill! It has sat either dormant in your garage or outside in the cold, so it'll take a little time to get it ready for heavy use this spring and summer. This is the time of year that many of us outdoor barbecue lovers anticipate. The snow, ice and cold weather of the winter are becoming less common and the ground is starting to thaw. Yes, many “grill masters” these days grill throughout the winter. This is true especially for those out there using gas grills. For the people that enjoy grilling on their charcoal grills though the winter months can be tough as it becomes harder to keep a strong heat source going in the grill with the ambient temperature outside below freezing. Fear not, March is here and that indicates increases in daily high temperatures and more favorable grilling conditions. It also means it’s time to get your grill ready for the new season. Here are some tips to get ready for grilling season… 1. At least once a year we recommend disconnecting, cleaning, and reconnecting all tubes and hoses. Things swell, shrink, rot and rust in 36 cold weather––and propane leaks can take all the fun out of that first BBQ of Spring! A good rule of thumb: if you see something that makes you think, “I wonder if I should replace that?” I should. Is there a loose wheel, or a squeaky hinge that’s going to bug you for the rest of the year? Take ]\\