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CLEANING THE BARBECUE
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STORAGE
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COOKING
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AFTER COOKING
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Painted surfaces can be cleaned using a household detergent or cleaner. It is
advisable to test cleaners on a small section of the appliance first. Excess fat and
meat scraps can be scraped off the cooking plates while the barbecue is still
warm.
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NEVER use paint thinners or similar solvents for cleaning and NEVER douse hot
surfaces with water.
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Immediately after cooking and while barbecue is still warm, remove scraps from
cooking plates with a scraper and wipe barbecue with a rag.
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When finished, make sure all burner knobs are turned OFF.
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TURN OFF THE GAS SUPPLY AT THE CYLINDER.
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Once the barbecue is cool replace the weather cover and discard aluminium foil in
fat tray.
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A fairly protected location is desirable for pleasant and efficient cooking. Strong
winds will drastically reduce cooking efficiency. Allow 10 minutes for burners to
heat cooking area. A little cooking fat (or olive oil) on the griddle will prevent
sticking. Cooking time for normal thickness steaks on the grill is approximately 15
minutes. Turn burners down a little when full heat is not required and to LOW
when not cooking.
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When using cooking vessels, ensure that they will not crack as they are heated.
Vessels are not to exceed the size of the cooking plates, or 25 kg, whichever is
smaller.
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During cooking, fat will drip through to the tray underneath. Do not allow excess
fat to build up in the fat tray.
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When the appliance is not in use the cylinder valve must be turned OFF and the
appliance and cylinder together must be stored outdoors in a well ventilated area.
It is permissible to store the appliance (but not the cylinder) indoors. Ensure a
small amount of fat or oil is on the cooking plates to prevent rust.
WARNING:
STORE CYLINDER IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA
OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
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When the gas cylinder is disconnected, replace the protective cap on the valve
outlet.
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For extended storage it is suggested that the primary air ports of the burners be
covered against the penetration of insects or vermin. Also a vinyl or canvas cover
can be placed over the appliance.
