16
17
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LID SAFETY – SLIMLINE ONLY
CLEANING AND CARE
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
LID SAFETY – SLIMLINE ONLY
Control functions
Before lighting the barbecue:
• Check that all hoses and gas fittings are tight.
• Open the slimline lid or the roasting hood.
NOTE: The slimline lid is designed as a cover for weather
protection. The lid is not designed to be used as a cooking
hood.
• Check all control knobs are in the ‘OFF’ position.
• Ensure that the cooking surfaces are clean.
• Turn the gas isolation valve ‘ON’.
Lighting instructions
• Do not attempt to light burners with the cooking
surfaces covered.
• Read instructions before lighting.
• To light a burner, depress the knob and rotate
to ‘BOOST’.
• Hold for 3 seconds, release and check the flame.
• If burner did not light, turn knob to the ‘OFF’ position.
Allow gas to disperse, then repeat lighting procedure.
Manual lighting
• If, in the event of the automatic ignition system not
working, the barbecue can be lit manually.
• To light manually, fit a 40mm match to match holder
provided. Pass lit match through viewing holes below the
front of cooking plates down towards the burner, then
rotate the knob to ‘BOOST’ to ignite. If ignition fails turn
the control valve off and allow several minutes for the
gas to disperse before attempting to light again.
• Once alight, repeat for other burners as required.
Preheating
For best cooking results it is recommended to preheat the
barbecue prior to cooking.
• This barbecue is fitted with high power burners. In
most conditions it will only be necessary to preheat the
barbecue for 5 minutes before cooking can commence.
• As with most things, experience will familiarise you
with the time required to achieve the desired cooking
temperature.
• If the barbecue is fitted with slimline lid, it is advisable to
remove the slimline lid in windy conditions.
• If the unit does not operate correctly refer to
troubleshooting section on page 18.
Cooking methods:
Direct cooking / grilling
• For best cooking results testing has shown that once
preheated burners can be reduced to a Medium to Low
setting to maintain satisfactory cooking temperatures.
• If burners are left to run too hot there will be excessive
smoking during the cooking process and subsequent
burning of the food being prepared. This may also result
in excessive flaring of the fat being emitted from the
food.
Indirect cooking / roasting
• For barbecue models fitted with a roasting hood, it is
recommended that once preheated only use the two
outer burners on a low setting to maintain satisfactory
cooking temperatures.
• Using more than two burners is not recommended
as hood can overheat and may cause damage to the
appliance. The temperature gauge indicates the desired
range of roasting temperatures.
To turn the burners off
• When the cooking is complete, rotate the knob
fully clockwise so the pointer is positioned at the
off position.
Match holder
Viewing holes
To ensure that the user remembers to turn off the gas before
closing the lid, a pivoting safety leg has been fitted.
Pivoting safety leg
When closing the lid the safety leg will pivot forward and rest
against the trim surface to prevent the lid closing.
After ensuring the gas has been turned off, to fully close
the lid, the leg needs to be rotated backwards.
Pivoting safety leg
WARNING!
THE SLIMLINE LID MUST NOT BE CLOSED WHEN THE
BURNERS ARE OPERATING.
Closing the lid during burner operation can cause
discolouration and damage to the lid and barbecue unit.
Any damage caused to the unit by closing the lid during
the burner operation will not be claimable under your
manufacturer’s warranty.
The BeefEater Integrated barbecue has been constructed
from select grade stainless steel which, if not cared for, may
discolour over time. To keep your barbecue looking its best
we recommend that the cooking surfaces are cleaned after
every use.
The cleaning and care instructions are essential for the
proper functioning and operation of your appliance over
time. Failure to adhere to these care instructions may affect
your ability to make a claim under the manufacturer’s
warranty.
WARNING!
Please ensure that your barbecue is switched off and has
cooled down before following the instructions below.
Cast Iron plates
The cooking plates and grills have a porcelain enamel coating.
NOTE: Many food acids, juices, marinades and sauces
contain highly acidic elements that will slowly attack
the surface of the cast iron if not removed immediately after
cooking.
After use remove all the solid material from the cooking
surface using a brass bristled barbecue brush or plastic
bristled scourer. Wipe off the remaining grease with paper
toweling. Gently wash the surfaces with a cloth or a sponge
and a mild detergent and hot water. Dry the components
immediately and coat the cooking surface with a light layer
of cooking oil. This protects the surface when not in use. Do
not clean the cooking surface in a dishwasher.
Intensive cleaning cycle
Suitable for cast Hotplate and cast grills only!
In instances when the cooking surface becomes heavily
soiled and harder to clean, the barbecue can be set-up for
an intensive cleaning cycle.
To do this you must have the hood/lid fully open and remove
any stainless steel attachments such as the warming racks.
Turn all the burners on and set all controls to ‘BOOST’.
After approximately 30 minutes, this should turn any baked
on food or grease to ash. Once the surface has cooled, the
residual ash can be wiped clean with a damp cloth.
After cleaning, lightly season the cast MaxiPlate and cast
grills with cooking oil.
WARNING!
The hood or lid must be fully open during the
cleaning process.
Failure to do so can result in damage to the stainless steel
surfaces and to the barbecue unit.
