Tech-24 Gas Appliance Tips

Gas flames should be a constant blue flame. Yellow flames indicate that there is a problem with the air gas mixture. This is a common problem on sauté burners that need the air shutters cleaned or adjusted.
Griddles should be cleaned at 150 to 175 deg F, not at cooking temps.
Broken, hard to turn, free spinning, or damaged gas valve stems should be replaced immediately. This can lead to serious gas leaks and fires.
Pilots should be in good working condition at all times. It is not just a convenience it is a safety concern as well. Raw gas can build up and explode when the pilots are not in use or broken.
Gas quick disconnects, hoses and shut off valves should be kept clean and in good working condition.
Saftey restraints should be attached to all equipment that is on casters to prevent gas line breaks.
Burners should be kept clean and free of cracks or leaks.
Burn off grease by placing grates face down.
Gas flues should be kept clean and clear of debris (never used as a shelf or a scraper for tongs and spatulas).
High limits should only be reset once, call for service if you must reset on a regular basis.
Fryers should never be turned on unless they are completely full of oil.
Keep control section clean and free of grease build-up.
Boil out fry tank on a weekly basis as per manufacturers instructions.
Check for signs of grease leaks regularly to prevent possible fires.