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Maintenance
Cleaning Your Side Burner
Your side burner will look better and last longer if you keep it clean. Follow these simple steps.
The Burner
: Occasionally the burner holes may get clogged with grease or food particles. Leaving
the burner on
HIGH
for a maximum of 5 minutes with the lid open after you’ve
cooking will
remove most of this. However, you should check the burners periodically for any sort of blockage. In
particular, you should ensure that the aeration vents are free of insect nests and spider webs. To clean
the burner turn it
OFF
, let it cool down, then inspect it. Remove the burner if necessary. If any of the holes
are clogged, gently tap the burner onto a hard surface to remove residue. Use a wire brush to unclog the
holes. Then lightly coat the burner with canola oil for ongoing protection.
The Side Burner Body
: Grease can build up on the body of the side burner Simply clean it off with
hot water and detergent. Do not use oven cleaner as this will damage the surface coating. Stainless steel
requires extra care. See the notes below.
Even though stainless steel is remarkably resistant to tarnish and rust relative to ordinary steels, it still
needs proper care. We recommend the following:
•
After use, clean the stainless steel surfaces with fresh water and a soft cloth.
•
Where light cleaning is needed, a commercially available stainless steel cleaner with a soft cloth should
be used.
•
To repair minor tea staining or pitting, you can use a light, non-metallic scourer. It is important that you
rub with the natural grain of the stainless steel surface to avoid leaving visible scratch marks.
•
Use 3M stainless steel cleaner available for your local Barbeques Galore store to polish and protect all
stainless steel surfaces. Follow the manufacturer's instructions on the can. Do not use while the side
burner is on or still hot!
•
Between uses, it is a good idea to leave the barbeque and side burner covered to prevent dust and air
borne salts settling on the stainless steel surfaces. If left for too long, these particles can act as rust centres.
With a small amount of care, your investment in quality stainless steel will keep its beautiful
as well
as its value for a long time to come.
How To Care For Stainless Steel
Follow the same servicing schedule as the main barbeque. Remember to turn
0FF
and
disconnect the gas before any maintenance is carried out.
•
If your barbeque uses a
hose to connect to the gas, check the rubber O-ring on
the regulator end of the hose assembly at least once a year. If it appears worn or cracked,
have it replaced.
•
We recommend having your barbeque and side burner checked by an authorised service
agent every 5 years. This is to ensure there are no leaks and that all components are still
functioning correctly.
•
If you use a portable LPG gas cylinder, you will need to have the cylinder serviced or replaced
every ten years. The date of the last service should be stamped on the neck of the bottle.
As you can see, it’s easy to keep your barbeque and side burner in great shape so it can
give you years of trouble free enjoyment.
Servicing Your Side Burner
