4 oz. clean spray bottle with a fine mist setting (do not use a bottle that previously contained cleaning products or hair products such as hair spray). 30-40 drops of your favorite essential oil or essential oil blend keeping the safety data of the chosen essential oil(s) in mind 1.5 ounces of distilled water and 1.5 ounces of high-proof alcohol (vodka is suitable, rubbing alcohol is not) or 3 ounces of distilled water.

Example blends of essential oils that may be used:

20 drops lime
14 drops bergamot
4 drops ylang ylang
2 drops rose

20 drops rosemary
8 drops grapefruit
4 drops peppermint
2 drops spearmint (optional)

15 drops clary sage
9 drops lemon
6 drops lavender
5 drops bergamot
5 drops spearmint

Directions: Fill the spray bottle with the choice of either 1.5 ounces of distilled water and 1.5 ounces of alcohol or 4 ounces of distilled water. (Even though a 4 oz. bottle is suggested, leave about 1 oz. unfilled so you can shake the bottle well between uses.) Then, add 30-40 drops of essential oil. Essential oils can very in strength. You may want to try 20 drops at first especially if you live in a household with someone who is sensitive to strong aromas. Shake the bottle prior to each use, and let it sit for about a day before making a conclusion that the aroma is too weak; the aroma can change after the air freshener has had time to sit. Mist lightly in the room. Be especially careful not to allow the air freshener mist  fall onto furniture or into open beverages.

Motorists take heed. Vehicle components weakened by summer’s tough stop-and-go conditions could completely fail during the cold temperatures of winter, turning an inconvenience into a potentially deadly breakdown.

The Basics
Read the owner’s manual to become familiar with the various components and systems. Follow the recommended service schedules.

Housekeeping
Wash and wax your vehicle to protect its finish. Inspect lights and bulbs. Replace worn wiper blades; keep plenty of washer fluid on hand; carry emergency gear-a shovel, a blanket, boots, jumper cables, high-energy snacks, and a cell phone.

Battery
The only accurate way to detect a weak battery is with professional equipment. But do-it-yourselfers can handle routine care: scrape away corrosion from posts and cable connections, clean all surfaces, and re-tighten connections. (Be sure to wear eye protection and gloves.)

Engine Oil
The oil and filter should be changed as specified in your manual.

Cooling System
Flush and refill as recommended. The level, condition, and concentration of the anti-freeze should be checked periodically. Let the engine cool off before removing the radiator cap. The tightness and conditions of drive belts, clamps, and hoses should be checked by a pro.

Engine Performance
Problems with rough idling, hard starts, stalling, or diminished power should be corrected before cold weather sets in. Describe any changes in performance to a qualified technician.

Heater/Defroster
For comfort and safety, the heater and defroster must be in good working condition.

Tires
Rotate tires about every 5,000 miles. The air pressure should be checked once a month; let the tires "cool down" first. Examine tires for cuts and nicks, uneven wearing and cupping. Check the spare, too. Note that some of today’s body styles and tire packages are not compatible with tire chains.

Brakes
Brakes should be inspected as recommended in your manual, or sooner if you notice pulsations, grabbing, noises, or longer stopping distances.

1. Remove gas cylinder if gas grill is to be stored inside. Store your gas    cylinder outside.

2. Check for leaks or damage to the hose valve regulator assembly. Refer to    your Use and Care

manual for leak testing the assembly. Inspect the hose    along the entire length for charring, cuts or kinks. Replace with a Sunbeam®  hose valve regulator if any damage or leaks are noted.

3. Clean and check burner for damage or excessive corrosion. Remove burner from the bottom casting. Use a wire brush to remove corrosion or burnt-on food.  Inspect the burner seams to make sure that the burner is not coming apart. Check and make sure that the burner ports are clear and not clogged with
rust or food residue. Make sure that the burner does not have holes in it caused by corrosion. (Usually the top of the burner or along the burner ports will rust out with use.) Coat burner lightly with cooking oil to protect from corrosion while in storage.

4. Clean excess grease and food drippings from inside of the bottom casting. Regular cleaning of the bottom casting of grease and food drippings will reduce the amount of flare-ups during cooking. Use warm soapy water for cleanup or use a degreaser solution. If you have lava rock for your heat
distribution medium you may want to replace with Sunbeam®/GrillMaster® lava rock. Lava rock is a very porous rock that traps a lot grease. If you have ceramic briquettes for heat distribution, flipping them over to the clean side is all that needs to be done. If your briquettes are broken, replace them with Sunbeam/GrillMaster ceramic briquettes. Cleaning the grill for storage will make getting the grill ready for spring easier.

5. Use the appropriate size grill cover if grill is to stored outside. The regular use of a Sunbeam/GrillMaster grill cover will extend the life of your grill.

6. Clean venturis and check for spider nests. Remove burner from grill bottom. Look inside lower end of venturi tubes for insect nest, cobwebs or wasp mud. To remove insect nests, cobwebs or wasp mud, use a Sunbeam/GrillMaster
flexible venturi brush. Replace the burner assembly into the grill bottom. Make sure valve orifices are inside venturi tubes.

20 drops Eucalyptus oil
20 drops Cedarwood oil
10 drops Tea Tree oil
10 drops Geranium oil
2 oz. carrier oil ( such as Jojoba )

Mix together in a 4 oz. container. Apply to skin as needed avoiding the eye area. Keep out of reach of children. Test on a small area of skin for sensitivities .

Experiment with different percentages of essential oil One of the best natural insect repellants that I’ve discovered is made from the clear real vanilla (not the grocery store vanilla extract which is mostly alcohol). This is the pure vanilla that is sold in Mexico. It’s cheap there if you know of someone that lives there or in the US close to the border.  If not, health food stores usually carry it or can order it  for you. I use it half vanilla and half water and find  that it works great for mosquitoes and ticks, don’t know about other insects.