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Modern tastes dictate that your BBQ features Stainless Steel with a
brushed finish. This brushed finish is attained by running Stainless
Steel sheets through an abrasive process that removes the mirror
finish and leaves the brushed finish. Brushed-finish Stainless
Steel requires frequent cleaning and care, to maintain its quality of
appearance. Without adequate care it is realistic to expect that it will
show signs of corrosion in time.
Stainless steel is definitely not a maintenance-free material.
Cleanliness and Stainless Steel are closely related.
The cleaner stainless steel can be kept while in storage or during
use, the greater the assurance of optimum corrosion resistance. In
order to maintain the good looks and life of your BBQ, follow these
summary tips on the care of stainless steel:
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When new or when cleaned and dried, we recommend the
owner apply a thin coat of Olive Oil to stainless steel surfaces
which should then be polished in. The Olive Oil will help greatly
in protecting the stainless steel from corrosive contaminants
and assisting removal of finger prints and other marks, keeping
the appearance of the stainless steel in new condition. The
Olive Oil coating also makes further polishing easier.
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Use clean, soft cloths or sponges to clean your grill.
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Carbon steel brushes or steel wool should never be used.
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Do routine cleaning of exposed surfaces.
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After cleaning, rinse thoroughly with water.
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Cleaning with chloride-containing detergents must be avoided.
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On polished finishes, rubbing or wiping should be done in the
direction of the polish lines, NOT across them.
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Care must be taken when cleaning the fascia. Printed
information may be erased with heavy cleaning.
CAST IRON COOKING SURFACES
Scrub the cooking surfaces with a brass wire brush to remove food
residue. If required, wash with soap and water. After washing, dry
the cooking surfaces thoroughly and coat lightly with cooking oil to
keep the cooking surfaces from rusting.
PORCELAIN ENAMEL COOKING SURFACES
Porcelain Enamel surfaced items should be treated with care and
should not be cleaned with an abrasive cleaner or scratchy cleaning
item. Surfaces will crack or chip if hit or dropped. Porcelain Enamel
surfaces should NOT be regarded as ‘Non-stick’, use of cooking
oil is required as normal. Food will likely stick to an overheated or
un-oiled enamel surface. The surface will be more easily cleaned by
first soaking overnight.
BURNER MAINTENANCE
Provided that they are operating correctly, in normal usage, burning
off the residue after cooking will keep the burners clean. The
burners should be removed and cleaned annually, or whenever
heavy build-up is found, to ensure that there are no signs of
blockage (debris, insects) in either the burner portholes, the primary
air inlet, or the neck of the stainless steel burners. Use a pipe
cleaner to clear obstructions. When refitting the burners, be careful
to check they are positioned as follows. The neck of the burner fits
over the valve outlet, the top flaps of the gas collector boxes fit over
the top surfaces of the burners.
AIR COMBUSTION OPENINGS
The neck of the burner includes the combustion air opening.
On the rear of the appliance there can be found the secondary air
combustion vents. Ensure that these vents are not obstructed.
DRIP TRAY
After every use, check the drip tray for fat build-up. Failure to
maintain these areas could result in a fat fire or excessive flare up.
This can severely damage your barbecue and is not covered by the
warranty.
BARBECUE BODY
Warning!
Not cleaning the barbecue can pose a fire risk!
Regularly remove excess grease or fat from the barbecue body with
a soft plastic or wooden scraper. It is not necessary to remove all
the grease from the body. If you need to clean fully, use hot soapy
water and a cloth, or nylon-bristled brush only. Remove cooking
surfaces and burners before full cleaning. Do not immerse the gas
controls or manifold in water. Check burner operation after carefully
refitting into body.
FIXINGS
All screws and bolts, etc. should be checked and tightened on a
regular basis.
STORAGE
Store your barbecue in a cool dry place. Cover the burners with
aluminium foil in order to prevent insects or other debris from
collecting in burner holes. A protective cover should always be
fitted to the barbecue to protect your investment from the elements
when not in use. If the barbecue is to be stored indoors, the gas
bottle must be disconnected and left outside. The gas bottle should
always be stored outside, in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from
any sources of heat or ignition. Do not let children tamper with the
bottle.
To protect your investment it is recommended that BBQs are
protected by a suitable BBQ cover. But please note that prior to
using a protective cover, the BBQ should always be cool, cleaned
of any surface contaminant or dirt and be thoroughly dry. Failure to
follow this information can lead to a BBQ cover being a corrosion
breeder rather than a protective tool.
Note!
If leaving your BBQ covered for long periods, occasionally
check for corrosion and insect habitation. Oil surfaces for
extra protection.
