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For gas grills, fire it up to ensure burners burn clean. For pellet grills, verify the control board and probe are functional, as these are common failure points after grease fires.
Once you have acquired the grill, follow these steps before your first cook: buy used grill
Look for cast aluminum cook boxes, stainless steel "flavorizer" bars, and porcelain-enameled cast-iron grates. For gas grills, fire it up to ensure burners burn clean
Check for peeling paint, deep rust, or missing knobs. Ask how the grill was stored (e.g., covered in a shed vs. exposed to moisture) to gauge potential hidden corrosion. For gas grills