Does this grill have something to limit/contain flare-ups? It doesn't appear that it does. Has anyone cooked greasy food on it? How did it perform?
239428
Yes it does. Look at the design of the grates and how the grease runs through channels and drips down and into the catch pan on either side of the burner so the grease/drippings does not land on the burner and cause flare ups.
239429
There is nothing specifically that limits flare-ups. I have been oiling the grates vice coating food (vegetables and fish specifically) in oil to minimize flare ups. Has not been a problem even with heavily marbled steaks.
239430
My grill does not have a plate to prevent flare ups. But if I had to buy another grill, then I'd buy this one again. It is absolutely fantastic.
1580239
I would say it does not grill as well as charcoal or gas. My RT is a little slow getting up to 500 degrees to grill I added the grill grates and it does grill better with them in place. Some remove the drip pan while grilling and it does heat up very quickly with it removed and they say it works well I have not tried it myself. Over all I am very happy with the REC TEC grill I have not used my charcoal grill since I got it last April .I use the RT for smoking , baking pizza or breads, side dishes etc makes great beef Jerky and with the grill grates installed it does grill well .Cold weather will slow it down a bit so I use a welding blanket to cover it while cooking in very cold weather as I don't have a grilling season !
1985707
During break in it will smoke quite a bit. Almost a "steam like" smoke. After several uses it should be fine. I've also learned to cook with a lower temp setting since it cooks considerably faster than a standard grill.
282928
Haven't used it since last football season and I usually cook steaks, but I would guess about 6-8 burgers would be about right (If you make your own, more if they are store bought). Depending on how you laid them out on the burners, only half the burner has the "grates" so the grease wouldn't drip off as easily, but it's never really been a problem for me. The "solid" part of the grate has come in helpful though when cooking other things as it works like a mini griddle. But you can try to find close up pictures of the grates to see what I'm talking about. Hope that long winded answer helped. Haven't used it since last football season and I usually cook steaks, but I would guess about 6-8 burgers would be about right (If you make your own, more if they are store bought). Depending on how you laid them out on the burners, only half the burner has the "grates" so the grease wouldn't drip off as easily, but it's never really been a problem for me. The "solid" part of the grate has come in helpful though when cooking other things as it works like a mini griddle. But you can try to find close up pictures of the grates to see what I'm talking about. Hope that long... » Read More Haven't used it since last football season and I usually cook steaks, but I would guess about 6-8 burgers would be about right (If you make your own, more if they are store bought). Depending on how you laid them out on the burners, only half the burner has the "grates" so the grease wouldn't drip off as easily, but it's never really been a problem for me. The "solid" part of the grate has come in helpful though when cooking other things as it works like a mini griddle. But you can try to find close up pictures of the grates to see what I'm talking about. Hope that long winded answer helped. « Show Less
951713
I can't answer your question but I'd love to hear more about your experience. I gave the IGrill to my son-in-law but he doesn't use it because he says the grill gets too hot for the phone to respond. Do you have any ideas about what he says? Thanks so much if you can help me. Sharon Farber
85538
No. Absolutely love this grill. I have had it for two years, and so glad I spent the extra money for it. It's worth it.
1057771
You get the grill marks like you do on most grills. I have not noticed the top or bottom being hotter then the other so I would say it cooks well on both sides. Now when you use the word "crust" you must be asking about its ability to sear... that I have not seen this grill do. The only one that I know that does a great job at this is the Breville Breville BGR820XL Smart Grill
494084
I have used this grill for a year and have never had a problem with flare ups!
74670
I guess I have never had that problem since I allow the grill to heat a few minutes before I add anything. I usually have to cook at medium since I find at higher temp the outside cooks too fast. Good luck
1997907
I agree with all the answers that has been sent in except Sabrina. I have no idea why she would turn the meat over when it cooks from the top and bottom at the same time. I don't get any splatter that I can't just wipe up with a damp dish cloth. I like cooking burgers on it. Set the height adjustment and it don't squeeze the juice out of the burgers. This is the best grill I have ever had.Also like the sear function on it.Lee M from Kansas.
1985708
When you first received the grill it should have been "burned in". By this I mean that the grill should have been lit and turned to the highest setting and allowed to burn off the manufacturing residue. A lot of the first time smoking is caused by the burn off manufacturing residue (this is not toxic in any way). As for the the flare ups when you are grilling, the burner should not necessarily be turned to high but rather adjusted for whatever you are grilling. An occasional flare-up is normal. The infra-red design of this grill will cook your food faster with lower heat than an ordinary gas grill. Make sure to empty the grease cup after each use. Hope this helps. When you first received the grill it should have been "burned in". By this I mean that the grill should have been lit and turned to the highest setting and allowed to burn off the manufacturing residue. A lot of the first time smoking is caused by the burn off manufacturing residue (this is not toxic in any way). As for the the flare ups when you are grilling, the burner should not necessarily be turned to high but rather adjusted for whatever you are grilling. An occasional flare-up is normal. The infra-red design of this grill will cook your food faster with lower heat than an... » Read More When you first received the grill it should have been "burned in". By this I mean that the grill should have been lit and turned to the highest setting and allowed to burn off the manufacturing residue. A lot of the first time smoking is caused by the burn off manufacturing residue (this is not toxic in any way). As for the the flare ups when you are grilling, the burner should not necessarily be turned to high but rather adjusted for whatever you are grilling. An occasional flare-up is normal. The infra-red design of this grill will cook your food faster with lower heat than an ordinary gas grill. Make sure to empty the grease cup after each use. Hope this helps. « Show Less
280066
I don't cook much but my wife is an iron chef and she hasn't had a problem with this grill. We need it because of the apartment law in CA. Chicken, prime rib, links, rib eye, etc. We use it a few times a week. And it's not expensive so give it a try
1425486
The performance of this grill has been amazing. It gets hot quick! no issues with the regulator. You have to be careful about the accessory inserts. It seems that some places sell a version without them which is cheaper than the one that has them. I think it is worth it since you can cook any meal on your grill!
1031907
If you follow their guidelines you shouldn't have a problem with flare-ups. If you let grease build up and then get it hot; it will ignite.
2260914
I've done thick sliced bacon on this and there's no grease splatter (although I don't like the way it cooks bacon). when you grill or cook meats on the stove there is grease splatter because all that grease and fat is right on the heat. with this product all the grease falls to the bottom. as long as you have water in the tray there's no smoke and the grease is floating in the water. I really don't see a reason for a cover because grilling time is short and, hopefully, your not grilling thick meat. in my experience with this product anything over 1/4in is to thick, unless its fish (but the salmon I tried was a little under done at a 1/2in thick). I've done thick sliced bacon on this and there's no grease splatter (although I don't like the way it cooks bacon). when you grill or cook meats on the stove there is grease splatter because all that grease and fat is right on the heat. with this product all the grease falls to the bottom. as long as you have water in the tray there's no smoke and the grease is floating in the water. I really don't see a reason for a cover because grilling time is short and, hopefully, your not grilling thick meat. in my experience with this product anything over 1/4in is to thick, unless its fish (but the... » Read More I've done thick sliced bacon on this and there's no grease splatter (although I don't like the way it cooks bacon). when you grill or cook meats on the stove there is grease splatter because all that grease and fat is right on the heat. with this product all the grease falls to the bottom. as long as you have water in the tray there's no smoke and the grease is floating in the water. I really don't see a reason for a cover because grilling time is short and, hopefully, your not grilling thick meat. in my experience with this product anything over 1/4in is to thick, unless its fish (but the salmon I tried was a little under done at a 1/2in thick). « Show Less
2058877
Goodness NO! It's not "Smokeless"! There is no 'ventilation' of any kind provided with this grill. If you're going to cook anything that gives off a lot of smoke you most assuredly will need to use an exhaust hood or whatever keeps your smoke alarms from going off. That said ... I've never had an issue with alarms going off while cooking : burgers, steak, chicken, salmon, hot dogs, etc etc etc.I'd guess that you don't realize with this type of a grill, the grease runs off. Meaning the food doesn't sit in burning (and smoking) hot grease, the way it does in a pan. Goodness NO! It's not "Smokeless"! There is no 'ventilation' of any kind provided with this grill. If you're going to cook anything that gives off a lot of smoke you most assuredly will need to use an exhaust hood or whatever keeps your smoke alarms from going off. That said ... I've never had an issue with alarms going off while cooking : burgers, steak, chicken, salmon, hot dogs, etc etc etc.I'd guess that you don't realize with this type of a grill, the grease runs off. Meaning the food doesn't sit in burning (and smoking) hot grease, the way it does in... » Read More Goodness NO! It's not "Smokeless"! There is no 'ventilation' of any kind provided with this grill. If you're going to cook anything that gives off a lot of smoke you most assuredly will need to use an exhaust hood or whatever keeps your smoke alarms from going off. That said ... I've never had an issue with alarms going off while cooking : burgers, steak, chicken, salmon, hot dogs, etc etc etc.I'd guess that you don't realize with this type of a grill, the grease runs off. Meaning the food doesn't sit in burning (and smoking) hot grease, the way it does in a pan. « Show Less
217342
Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent and still performs as such! Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent... » Read More Hi Mark, I have had no problems whatsoever with this grill! I have this one as well as the 075 model which is larger. They both still work perfectly!!! I only regret that I neglected to use foil over the drip tray as suggested to make cleanup much, much easier. While I know it's suggested not to clean the inside of it too often (except removing the ashes), I will tell you that when I use the grill to cook chicken thighs/legs at 400+ degrees, the grill drips down the front lid and, it drips from the sidewall where the smokestack is located. Other than that nuisance, the grill is excellent and still performs as such! « Show Less