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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
564mm
278mm
609mm
55mm Foot Adjustment
200mm
321mm
185mm
CARE AND CLEANING OF
STAINLESS STEEL
Stainless steel parts of this appliance are made from 304
& 430 grade stainless steel. To preserve the appearance
and corrosion resistance of the stainless steel material
regular cleaning is required. Although stainless steel
does not rust in the same manner as steel it can still
exhibit ‘corrosion’ blemishes that look similar to rust and
detract from the appliances appearance. Unlike steel,
the corrosion of stainless steel is mostly confined to the
surface and in most cases can be removed by cleaning,
returning the surface to almost like new.
The most common form of corrosion that affects
stainless steel is what is known as ‘Tea Staining”. This
shows up as brown spots on the surface, hence the
confusion with rusting. This is most common in coastal
areas but depending on the environment can also
occur in inland areas. If the ‘Tea Staining’ marks are not
regularly cleaned from the material surface they can
penetration into the material and become very difficult to
remove, the application of a metal polish would then be
required.
If the appliance is located near swimming pools careful
attention to cleaning is required. Pool chemicals contain
chlorides which can affect the stainless steel. This also
applies to salt water pools as they contain salt, namely
sodium chloride.
The use of bleaches containing chlorine should not be
used to clean the stainless steel surfaces. If the residues
are not completed rinsed away they can cause heavy
pitting of the material. Pitting corrosion eats deep into
the surface and is not easily removed. Heavy polishing is
required.
Routine Care
After each use allow the appliance to cool then wipe
over with a soft, damp, soapy cloth. (DO NOT USE
CLEANERS CONTAINING CHLORIDE). Finally wipe
over with soft, damp cloth. Be sure to wipe off food
particles and cooking residues, some marinates and
oils can be acid and therefore attack the metal surface.
Also, cooking residues that are not removed after each
use bake into the surfaces during subsequent uses and
become more difficult to remove.
There are a number of propriety stainless steel cleaners
available that can be safely used on this appliance. Read
the directions carefully before using
DO NOT USE STEEL WOOL as particles can become
embedded in the surface and then rust resulting in small
brown specs on the surface. If scouring is required to
remove stubborn cooking residues use a soft nylon pad
(non-abrasive).
DO NOT USE ABRASIVE CLEANING COMPOUNDS, use
cream type.
If the appliance is used on an irregular basis it is advised
to still clean regularly and keep it covered from the
elements, either by using a purpose BBQ cover or under
a covered porch. Dirt and dust contain corrosive particles
from the environment that can attack the surface.
Stainless steel surfaces retain their best resistance to
corrosion when keep clean. Even if the appliance is
protected with a purpose BBQ cover check regularly,
condensation underneath the cover may be corrosive
due to the local environment and cause damage to the
metal surface.
After cleaning applying a thin coating of ‘light oil’, for
example baby oil, will also help protect the stainless steel
surface from the elements.
Stubborn Stains and Corrosion Spots
Stubborn stains, discolouration, ‘Tea Staining’ can
occur from insufficient cleaning, excessive spillage from
cooking, severe environmental conditions and extreme
cooking conditions.
There are propriety stainless steel cleaners available that
are designed for such instances. Read the instructions
carefully before using.
• Always rub or wipe in the direction of the surface grain
or original polish lines.
• Some stainless steel cleaners may damage painted or
plastic surfaces, read the directions carefully.
