GENERAL INFORMATION
Barbecues must be used in accordance with
the installation requirements of your gas supply
authority, or the appropriate installation code
issued by Standards Australia AS/NZ 5601.
Barbecues for use with bottled gas are labelled
Barbecues for use with natural gas are labelled
licensed plumber/gas fitter. Check the gas type sticker
attached to the barbecue.
Minimum Clearances from combustible materials
must be:
Rear - 450mm Sides - 250mm Top - 1000mm
The regulator and hose assembly supplied with the
A gas regulator adjusted to have an outlet
pressure of 2.75kPA is supplied for connection to
and hose assembly supplied with the barbecue
must be used. Replacement pressure regulators
and hose assemblies must be those specified by
the barbecue manufacturer.
When connecting the hose and regulator assembly
to the gas cylinder, take care to avoid unnecessary
IMPORTANT GAS &
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
After the assembly has been secured, turn on the
gas and check for leaks by brushing a soap and
If you are unable to correct the leak by tightening
the connections, turn off the gas and contact the
supplier immediately.
Always ensure the barbecue is kept away from
flammable materials and the gas cylinder clear of
any heat source.
When changing over from an empty gas cylinder to
a full one make sure this procedure is carried out in
a flame free atmosphere.
WARNING:
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in a fire
or explosion which could cause serious bodily injury, death or
property damage.
Accessible parts may be very hot.
Keep young children away.
Any modifications of this barbecue may be dangerous.
Do not move this barbecue during use.
Turn off gas supply at the gas cylinder after use.
Parts sealed by the manufacturer or their agent must not be
manipulated by the user. This barbecue is only to be used outdoors.
Do not store a spare gas cylinder under or near this barbecue.
Never operate this barbecue without a regulator.
If you smell gas
1. Shut off gas to the barbecue at its source, if possible.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open hood/oven door.
4. If odour continues immediately call your gas supplier or fire
department.
Do not connect your barbecue to a gas cylinder exceeding 9Kg
capacity.
Never connect an unregulated gas cylinder to your barbecue.
Read carefully before assembling and operating your barbecue.
GAS INSTALLATION CODES
CLEARANCES
HOSE AND REGULATOR SAFETY
MATADOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL
‘natural gas’ and must be installed by an
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‘propane gas or Universal LPG.
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Opening at the rear and sides of the appliance
provide air for combustion and must not be obstructed.
twisting of the flexible hose. Also, take care to avoid a
loose connection with the gas cylinder.
water solution over all visible and accessible gas
line connections. Include checking those connections
which were made by your supplier. The presence of
bubbles will indicate a gas leak. Refer to page 6.
Inspect the gas hose assembly when exchanging
the gas cylinder, or at least once a year, whichever
is more frequent. If the O-Ring or PVC hose is cracked,
cut, abraded or damaged in any way, the appliance
must not be operated. The complete assembly must
be replaced if damaged and when statutory conditions
require it. Contact your place of purchase if uncertain.
DO NOT use your barbecue in garages, porches,
sheds, breezeways, or other enclosed areas. Your
barbecue is to be used OUTDOORS. The barbecue
is not intended to be installed in or on recreational
vehicles and/or boats and should not be placed
flow of combustion and ventilation air around the
barbecue housing. Refer to page 7.
LOCATION OF YOUR BARBECUE
under any surface that will burn. Do not obstruct the
And retain the manual for future reference.
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barbecue are suitable for propane and Universal
LPG gases.
e/ULPG gas cylinder. The pressure regulator
the Propan
.
If storing the barbecue indoors. The gas cylinder must be removed.
Store gas cylinder outdoors in a well ventilated area. Refer to Page 5
for gas cylinder safety.
