Introduction
Extreme weather expedites the normal wear-and-tear of the Broil-King 3 burner BBQ lid heat indicator. Since it is an outdoor grill, it is susceptible to damage from being exposed to harsh elements including rain, snow, wind, cold, and excessive heat. Prolonged exposure can cause the gauge to fail, reducing the usability of the BBQ. Replacing the heat indicator creates a few ounces of recyclable trash rather than the 3 foot by 4 foot BBQ itself. This quick fix is well worth the cost savings in many ways.
Tools
Parts
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Gather the tools and parts needed for the repair:
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Crescent Wrench
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Scraper
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Replacement Heat Indicator
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Open the lid and then remove the nut securing the heat indicator.
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Use a crescent wrench to loosen the nut.
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Continue to unthread the nut with your fingers.
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Place the nut in a secure location for later use.
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Close the lid.
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Slide the flat edge of the paint scraper under the existing heat indicator plate to pry the plate loose.
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Lift the plate up, then off of the predrilled holes.
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Align the new heat indicator through the front of the plate.
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Move your thumbs around the plate until the heat indicator is secure.
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Align the new heat indicator and plate with the factory drilled holes on the face of the BBQ.
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Hold the plate in place while opening the lid.
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Retrieve the nut used on the previous heat indicator (remember you put it in a secure location).
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Thread the nut on the new heat indicator.
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Use a crescent wrench to finish tightening the nut on the new bolt.
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This simple repair doesn’t take much time, yet is well worth the effort. A working heat indicator provides the necessary information about the temperature to ensure safe food practices, and produce a tasty outcome.
