Components that Make up a Grill Lid
Note: Not all grills have all these components on them. Please refer to your owner's manual for more information on a specific grill.
Part | Example | Notes |
Lid | ||
Handle | ||
Arc | Used to prevent the grill lid from opening too far. | |
Shoulder Bolt | Used to attach the lid to the grill barrel. | |
Rubber Stop | Used on select grill models to prevent metal on metal contact. | |
Lid Gasket | A flexible elastic strip attached to the grill lid's border to create a seal for the grill when it's closed. | |
Hinge | Used to attach the lid to the grill barrel. | |
Silicone Probe Grommet | Wired meat probe runs through this into the cooking chamber. | |
Lid Sensor and Light | Senses if the lid is open and turns on the light. |
Lid Styles
Round | Round with Flat Back | Flat |
Replacement Instructions
Non-WiFIRE Grills | WiFIRE Grills | Touchscreen Grills | Flat Top Grills |
Lid-Related Issues/Errors
Error | Applicable Grills | Summary |
Lid Open Alert | Touchscreen grills | Non-critical alert letting the customer know the grill lid is open. |
Lid Sensor Disconnected | Touchscreen grills | Grill cannot connect to the lid sensor. |
Lid Sensor Error | Touchscreen grills | Lid sensor reports the lid is open, but controller does not see a drop in temp. |
Hot Lid Handle | Mesa 22, Pro 575, Pro 780, Redland | Handles can become overly hot during a cook. |
Lid Gap |
Non-WiFIRE, WiFIRE, Touchscreen, Flatrock |
Lid does not sit flush on the grill barrel. |
Lid Light not Turning On | Touchscreen grills | Light does not turn on when the grill lid is opened. |
Lid Burp | Non-WiFIRE, WiFIRE, Touchscreen | Audible pop that occurs when there is built up pressure inside a grill. |