Apparatus and method for flash fire suppression in an outdoor barbeque

Abstract

A barbeque with flash fire suppression is disclosed. A cooking surface placed over a heat source is contained underneath a cover having a first opening located over the cooking surface. A bowl having a second opening that is smaller than the first opening is placed upside down on the cover over the first opening, the bowl thereby limiting air flow and retaining heat within the barbeque. Upon detection of an occurrence of a flash fire, or to prevent the occurrence of a flash fire, the bowl is removed from the first opening of the cover, thereby allowing cool air to rush into the barbeque, and allowing heat to escape the barbeque faster, causing a reduction in the temperature at the cooking surface below so as to reduce or stop the flash fire.

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