ets1996 wrote:
I recently had a problem with my Q100 I used round wood tooth picks to clean each hole. Only took about 10 minuets and now the flame looks like new when we first bought it. Use multiple tooth picks and be careful try not to break the tips. It looked like a carbon/grease buildup. A small drill bit as previously mention would also work. Good luck
I have had a Q for years and use it hard, typically 4-6 times a week. The burner holes need to be cleared, but I can't imagine toothpicks would be of much value. The best tool is a set of welder tip files. They are cheap, less than $4 at Home Depot, and are a nothing but a set of a dozen, or so, very small round wire files mounted in a compact handle. Once you figure out the correct size, it's easy to quickly clear each hole of gunk, with a few quick strokes. Not only does this clear the loose gunk, like a toothpick or paper clip would, but it allows you to file the really hard carbon build up out of the holes, returning them to the proper size. If it's an older grill that has never had the holes properly cleared out, it's pretty amazing to see the difference in performance after a few minutes of filing everything clean again.
