CARE AND MAINTENANCE
GENERAL ADVICE
■Before carrying out any cleaning or maintenance, make sure that all burners are off, and gas to the appliance has been shut off at the cylinder valve or
■Beware of hot surfaces. If you clean surfaces while they are still warm, make sure to wear barbecue mitts for pro- tection against heat and steam.
■Clean and inspect the grill regularly, following the maintenance schedule below.
■Keep the grill covered when not in use.
RECOMMENDED MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Before each use...
■inspect the gas supply hose or piping for cracks, kinks, and any sign of abrasion or wear. If you find evidence of any of these or are in doubt, do not use the appliance until it has been checked by a qualified gas fitter.
After each use...
■clean the grease tray to prevent grease accumulating, as grease deposits can become a fire hazard.
At the start of each season, or if the grill hasn’t been used for several weeks...
■check supply connections for gas leaks. See following page for instructions. If there is any evidence of leaks, do not use the appliance until it has been checked by a qualified gas fitter.
■inspect the grill burners thoroughly for spider webs and insect nests. If not removed, these could cause a hazard- ous situation by blocking gas flow to the burners. Gas could then accumulate in the front of the grill and catch on fire (called a ‘flashback’ fire). See further below for instructions on removing the grill burners for cleaning.
■check the grill burners for clogged burner ports and any other sign of debris and blockage, clear if necessary.
Periodically...
■clean and
■clean the
■check the power supply cord of the rotisserie motor for signs of damage. The rotisserie is not be used if its cord is damaged.
At least twice a year...
■have a qualified gas fitter check the gas supply connections and the entire system for gas leaks and signs of dam- age or wear and tear.
■have a qualified gas fitter check the injectors for any sign of blockage or insect activity.
At least once a year...
■check the spark ignition, and if necessary, replace the battery.
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