Barbecue Owner’s Manualwww.calspas.com• Standing water or other liquids can deteriorate tile and grout, and should always be removed.CleaningWash with detergent solution, and rinse. To clean dingy grout, occasionally apply a solution of chlorinebleach and water to stand not more than 5 minutes; rinse thoroughly and wipe dry. General-purposehousehold cleaners may also be used if label says can be used on ceramic tile; follow directions exactly.NEVER use scouring powders or other abrasives as they will scratch the finish.Stain Removal GuideStain Removal AgentGrease and fats Soda and water or commercial spot lifterInks and colored dyes Household bleachBlood Hydrogen Peroxide or household bleachCoffee, tea, food, fruit, lipstick, juices Neutral cleaner in hot water followed by hydrogenperoxide or household bleachCaution: Vinegar may damage some tile.DO's and DON'Ts of Tile Care• Do test scouring pads in a small area first.• Do use a silicone sealer on grout joints if continuous staining is a problem.• Do read and follow label directions for all cleaners.• Do keep this information and refer to it when necessary.• Do not combine ammonia and household bleaches.• Do not use harsh cleaning agents (such as steel wool pads) which can scratch or damage the surfaceof your tile.• Do not place sharp object on tile surface.• Never use wax to clean tile surface.Care and maintenance of Tile GroutGrout may present a special cleaning problem because it is susceptible to many staining agents.Apply a silicone sealer to grout joints several times a year for maximum protection.In addition to keeping the grout clean, be sure to keep grout joints in good repair. Scrape out loose,cracked or powdery joints and refill with a good grout.One common grouting trouble spot is the joint between the tub and and the wall in your bathroom. As thehouse or tub settles, the grout may crack and crumble. It's relatively simple to remedy. Remove the oldgrout with a sharp pointed tool, watching out that you don't scratch tile or tub. Then dry the jointthoroughly and fill with a flexible caulking compound, such as silicone rubber caulking.Synthetic PanelDo's• Do dust surfaces frequently.Page 51Cleaning and Maintenance12/17/04