| • | Coat the grills with a layer of cooking oil. This will protect | | or vegetable cooking spray after each use will help to |
| | the grills between barbecuing sessions. . Do not clean the | | reduce surface rust and prolong plate and grill life. The |
| | cooking grills in a dishwashing machine. | | surface coating will wear off in time and cast iron will |
| • | Do not use highly caustic, harsh or abrasive chemical | | rust (this is not covered by warranty). |
| | cleaners to clean the cooking grills. (Always check the | | 4. Burners: Check main opening, throat and venturi to |
| | manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations prior | | each burner and pilot flame tube regularly for insect |
| | to use). | | nests (eg. wasp, ants or spiders). Nests are dangerous |
| • | Before each subsequent use, preheat your BeefEater for | | and must be cleaned. out thoroughly |
| | 10 minutes before cooking. Allow the unit to cool off and | | 5. Remove burners periodically and scrub clean with soapy |
| | then remove any remains from previous cooking. Wipe | | water and a wire brush making sure that the ports are |
| | off with a paper towel and then lightly coat with a layer | | free of obstructions. Replace burners in the correct |
| | of cooking oil. The cooking surfaces are now ready for | | position and dry by lighting each one to avoid subsequent |
| | barbecuing. | | corrosion. Rust is not. covered by warranty |
| Stainless Steel Grills | | 6. For barbecues used near a marine environment however |
| Many food acids, marinades, juices and sauces contain | | more frequent cleaning and servicing should be |
| highly acidic elements that will slowly attack the surface of | | conducted. (More rapid deterioration can be expected |
| the stainless steel if not removed immediately after cooking. | | which is not covered by warranty). |
| • | After use, remove all solid material from the cooking | | 7. Check and tighten all bolts and nuts on the barbecue and |
| . | trolley frequently |
| | surfaces using a brass bristle brush or plastic scourer. |
| | Brushes specifically designed for this purpose can be | | 8. When storing barbecue for extended periods keep |
| | purchased from your BeefEater retailer (see “BeefEater | | covered, and be certain all controls and cylinder valves |
| | Accessories” on Page 72 of the BeefEater Cookbook). | | are turned off. If storing the barbecue indoors remove |
| | Wipe off remaining residue with a paper towel. | |
| | | gas cylinder and store the cylinder in a ventilated |
| • | Gently wash the surface of the grills with a soft sponge | |
| | area outdoors. Note: Allowing a barbecue to run for |
| | and a solution of hot water and a mild dishwashing liquid. | | 10 minutes after cooking will help reduce cleaning by |
| • | Dry the grills immediately using a paper towel. | |
| | burning off excess grease and juices. |
| • | Coat the grills with a layer of cooking oil. This will protect | |
| | Protecting Your Barbecue. |
| | the grills between barbecuing sessions. . Do not clean the | |
| | | The barbecue should be covered when not in use. eg a |
| | cooking grills in a dishwashing machine. | |
| • | Do not use highly caustic, harsh or abrasive chemical | | polyester or vinyl barbecue cover. |
| | Near the ocean or salt water environment, wash regularly, |
| | cleaners to clean the cooking grills. (Always check the | |
| | | rinse and dry before covering. Covering a salt sprayed |
| | manufacturer’s specifications and recommendations prior | |
| | | Stainless Steel product while still wet will allow salt deposits |
| | to use). | |
| | | to form, causing rust to form even on very high grade Stainless. |
| • | Before each subsequent use, pre-heat your BeefEater for | |
| | Enamel and Stainless Steel Cleaning |
| | 10 minutes before cooking. Allow the unit to cool off and | |
| | then remove any remains from previous cooking. Wipe | | Although Stainless Steel and Vitreous Enamel (Porcelain) |
| | off with a paper towel and then lightly coat with a layer | | will keep their lustrous finish even under adverse conditions, |
| | of cooking oil. The cooking surfaces are now ready for | | they still need regular cleaning. Dish washing detergent |
| | barbecuing. | | and water are usually all you need. The frequency of |
| General Care And Maintenance Instructions | |
| | cleaning will vary according to the required appearance and |
| 1. | Replace aluminium foil or absorbent material in drip tray | | environment. To care for Stainless Steel or Porcelain Enamel |
| | at regular intervals to prevent grease build-up, which | | finishes, please observe the following instructions. |
| | could result in a grease fire and void the barbecue warranty. | | Stainless Steel Cleaning And Maintenance |
| 2. | Use hot soapy water on the barbecue fascia and avoid | | Clean the appliance as required or at least twice annually |
| | abrasive cleaners or brushes as | | with hot soapy water. Avoid abrasive cleaners or brushes |
| | these could damage the surface and | | as these will mark the porcelain enamel or stainless steel |
| | graphics on the fascia. Clean the | | surfaces of the appliance. If you cook food directly over the |
| | entire barbecue thoroughly at least | | burner flame, causing more vapour or smoke, the viewing |
| | twice annually to keep it in good | | glass (where fitted) will need more frequent cleaning. |
| | operating condition. | | Stainless Steel Care And Cleaning |
| | 3. Keep cooking surfaces clean | | After the appliance has been used, wash down the surfaces |
| | by removing all solid matter after | | with hot soapy water. The surface of the stainless steel has |
| | use. A light coating of vegetable oil | | a grain. Always clean along the grain of the steel. This will |
