[header] How to avoid grilling dangers [title] Heat and start the grill safely. [step] One of the first things you'll do when you begin to cook is actually turn on your grill. Regardless of what type of grill you have, you'll need to let the grill get nice and hot in order to start cooking. 
[substeps] Start by following the manufacturer's instructions for heating. It'll tell you exactly how to turn on the grill and how long to let it preheat before you place food on the grates.