I own an electric cooking grill which has its heating elements embedded within a solid cooking surface. Is this type of grill considered an “electric barbecue” regulated by FC307.5.1?
No. An electric grill which has its heating elements embedded within a solid cooking surface is not an electric barbecue. For purposes of FC307.5.1, an electric barbecue is any device designed for heating or cooking food on an open grate cooking surface above exposed heating elements. Such electric grills present the fire safety hazard of grease from the heating or cooking process dripping on the heating elements and being ignited. It is important to note that barbecue-size electric grills require a substantial amount of electric current. Be sure that the electrical outlet into which you plug the grill has sufficient current to safely operate the grill (see Chapter 6, Frequently Asked Question #3) and that if you use an extension cord you comply with the fire safety requirements of FC605.5.
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