Bg STEEL Reference manual

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MANUAL FOR INSTALLATION, USE AND
MAINTENANCE
BG-STEEL
Congratulations!
You have chosen an appliance of the Bodart & Gonay range and we would like
to thank you for it. We are convinced that it will bring you warmth and
comfort. In order to derive the greatest benefit from your BG-STEEL, we
greatly stress the importance of following the instructions and
recommendations given in this notice.

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General
To obtain optimal and safe operation of your BG-STEEL, we recommend placing
it on a flat solid surface.
BODART & GONAY is responsible for the delivery of the appliance.
Installation is the responsibility of the owner and/or installer. The appliance
must not be modified, otherwise it is dangerous and the warranty will be void.
A list of our dealers is available on our website www.bgfires.com
Before commissioning your BG-STEEL and to ensure its correct use and
durability, we recommend that you read this manual carefully to familiarize
yourself with its various functions and features.
Before lighting your first fire, make sure there are no materials left in the BG-
STEEL needed for installation.
The paint is not fully cured and will therefore harden during the first use,
releasing smoke and odors. We recommend lighting the first fire very hot.
BG-STEEL is designed for use as a fire, not as additional or continuous heating.

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USER MANUEL
SAFETY
This BG-STEEL produces a certain amount of heat. The whole outside of the
plancha is very hot.
Therefore, make sure that children and the elderly and pets stay far enough
away from the BG-STEEL so that they cannot reach it and, if necessary,
provide protection around the plancha.
Never allow children to use the BG-STEEL.
Warning
CAUTION: This BG-STEEL will become very hot.
Do not use in enclosed spaces!
CAUTION: Do not use alcohol or petrol to light or re-light the fire! Use
firelighters that comply with EN 1860-3!
Caution! Leave the BG-STEEL out of the reach of children, elderly
people and pets.
*Do not use the BG-STEEL in enclosed and/or habitable rooms, e.g.
houses, caravan tents, campers, boats. Risk of death from carbon monoxide
poisoning.
*Wear heat-resistant barbecue gloves (conforming to EN 407, Contact Heat or
higher) while cooking, and handling the grill grids.
*Use suitable utensils with long, heat-resistant handles.

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Lighting a fire
1. Remove excess ash and empty the ash drawer.
2. Place approximately a number of logs in the middle of the BG -STEEL on
the fire grates, place a number of kindling on the pile thus formed, light it with a
lighter.
3. Light the kindling.
4. When the kindling has formed an ember bed (glowing coals), you can
place larger logs.
5. Before lighting the fire, wait until a layer of white ash covers the fuel.
The first fire
Before the first firing, the logs should glow for at least 30 minutes to allow the
appliance to set properly. It is also best to rub the griddle with olive oil the first
2-3 times with a tea towel over the entire griddle. Olive oil has a lower burning
point than other vegetable oils. Afterwards, you can use sunflower oil or
peanut oil or other vegetable oils.
Fuel
BG-STEEL is designed for burning dry hardwood logs with max 20% moisture
content. The moisture content of the wood remains an important factor, we
prefer oak or beech or ash wood and be careful with tropical hardwoods as
they get very hot and can deform your griddle.

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MAINTENANCE BG -STEEL
MAINTENANCE
The griddle is made of steel that will rust if you do not maintain it properly. Oil must
burn in well and if it is not used for a while, we still recommend that you lubricate it
well with a vegetable oil (not cooking oil) on a very regular basis to prevent rusting.
If you use the griddle a lot, a carbon layer may develop. This layer may crack, in
which case it is best to remove the flakes with a spatula and re-rub with vegetable oil.
Cleaning
- Follow some basic maintenance instructions to keep your unit in good condition for
many years.
- In the BG -STEEL, it is recommended to remove the ashes the day after use to
avoid the risk of corrosion. The ash will gradually absorb moisture from the air and
become corrosive to the paint and steel of the BG -STEEL which can cause rust.
Sweep the ash with a soft brush to the ash drawer.
- To avoid burns and property damage, clean the appliance when the ashes are no
longer glowing.
- Dispose of the ashes via the ash drawer or via an ash vacuum cleaner.
- Empty the ash drawer regularly.
- Do not use harsh cleaning agents on the appliance as they may damage it.
- The rest of the appliance can be cleaned with a damp cloth.
- Acid rain, chemicals and salt water can cause surface rust.
- Do not use sharp objects or abrasive cleaners to clean the surfaces of your device.
- Clean the inside after use to optimize the device's performance.
- If the paint is damaged in a particular area, touch it up quickly with the spray can of
refractory paint provided, after cleaning the area thoroughly with a soft cloth. This
reduces the risk of rusting.
-When the BG - STEEL is outside in the open air and not in use, cover it with a
protective cover to prevent discoloration from UV radiation, moisture and wear, the
cover is never completely waterproof though.
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INSTALLATION MANUAL
Preparation and installation
Note: Remove all packaging, including straps, before using the product.
Choose a suitable place to install the BG-STEEL:
- Keep the unit on a safe and level surface at all times.
- Do not use the device within 1.5 m of flammable materials. Flammable materials
include wooden or treated wooden decks, terraces and verandas, flammable liquids
and chemicals. There is a risk of damage or ignition from sparks and small embers.
-Although the corrosion is superficial, we cannot guarantee that in the long term the
steel will rust, so when it rains it may run off rust water which may cause permanent
stains on terraces or wood or other materials. We are not liable for such stains due to
corrosion.
Plan for foot L- M
Adjustable feet are pre-installed for the M and L feet. They must be adjusted so that
the base is at least 15 mm from the floor. First screw the adjustable feet so that the
base is stable using a spanner 17 (see photo). Then finally place the baking tray on
the edge of the steel bowl.

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Plan for foot S
- For the S foot of the BG-STEEL, it is mandatory to place the rubber pads
(10cmX10cm) supplied with the BG-STEEL between the floor plate and the floor
(near the edge), as shown in the following drawing.

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GARANTIE
- 3 jaar guarantee on the baking tray
- 3-year guarantee on the general structure
The warranty applies to manufacturing defects only.
The warranty period starts from the date stated on the invoice.
The invoice is the only valid proof of warranty.
Extension or replacement of items under warranty does not result in extension of the
total warranty period.
The guarantee is limited to the simple replacement of elements recognized as
defective by our technical service, excluding any compensation for inability to use the
firebowl. Transport, travel and assembly costs shall be borne by the user.
All warranty cases must be handled by the distributor.
Exclusion
The warranty does not cover damage or defects caused by failure to follow the
installation and operating instructions.
Damage resulting from poor installation.
Paint is not covered by this warranty.
The warranty is not valid in case of internal modifications or changes to the BG-
STEEL.
Excluded from the warranty are:
- The use of unsuitable combustion materials.
- Damage resulting from transport, storage and installation.
- In case of wear, discoloration, corrosion, deformation of parts exposed to fire, you
cannot make a warranty claim.
-Damage caused by failure to maintain the appliance, failure to follow operating
instructions and safety rules are not covered by the guarantee.

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BG-STEEL 2022