Rösle Contaminated Interior Surfaces / Old Grease

Persistent rancid or old smoke smell that transfers off-flavors to food.

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Possible Causes

Built-up rancid grease on walls and drip tray, Mold or mildew inside cook chamber from storage, Old pellets left in hopper absorbing moisture

How to Fix / Troubleshooting

Safety first: Ensure the grill is cool and unplugged before cleaning.

  • Deep clean interior: Remove grates, drip tray, and diffuser. Scrape and wipe all interior surfaces with a grill-safe degreaser.
  • Clean or replace drip tray liners: Discard any foil or liners and clean the tray thoroughly.
  • Empty hopper: Remove old pellets and vacuum out dust. Refill with fresh pellets.
  • Burn-off cycle: After cleaning, run the grill at high temperature for 30–45 minutes to burn off residual odors.
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Repair Difficulty

Very Easy 1/5

Required Part

Drip Tray
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