gascraft SERRANA User manual

SERRANA
6 BURNER BBQ
WITH SIDE
BURNER
Photographs are not to scale.
Specifications subject to
change without prior notice.
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IMPORTANT: Assembler/Installer - these instructions must
be given to the final user of this BBQ. They contain important
instructions and warnings for continued safe use of the BBQ.
IMPORTANT!
ASSEMBLER: These instructions must be left with the user of the BBQ
for their reference. They contain important safety information required
for continued safe use of the BBQ.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Gas Installation Code
This BBQ is to be used with LPG only.
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 cylinder after use.
Read instructions before using the barbecue.
Parts sealed by the manufacturer or their agent
must not be manipulated by the user. This barbecue
is only to be used and stored outdoors.
Clearances
Minimum Clearances from combustible materials must
be: Rear-600mm, Sides-600mm, Above-600mm.
Hose & Regulator Safety
A 2.75kPa regulator and hose assembly is supplied with the
barbecue and is suitable for connection to an LPG cylinder
only.
The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the
barbecue must be used. Replacement pressure regulators
and hose assemblies must be those specified by the
barbecue manufacturer.
Never operate this barbecue without a regulator
When connecting the hose and regulator assembly to the gas
cylinder take care to avoid unnecessary twisting or kinking of
the flexible hose.
After the assembly has been secured, turn on the gas and
check for leaks by brushing a soap and water solution over all
connections.
Do not test for gas leaks with an open flame
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.
If this information is not followed exactly a fire
causing death or serious injury may occur. Do not
store a spare gas cylinder under or near this
barbecue. Never fill the cylinder beyond 85% full.
This barbecue is only to be used and stored
outdoors.
Specifications
Barbecue specifications can be found on the data label
attached to the door panel or the barbecue body.
If you smell gas
1. Shut off gas to the barbecue at its source, if
possible.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open hood.
4. If odour continues immediately call your gas
supplier or fire department.
Gas Cylinder Use & Safety
This is a low pressure barbecue and must only be used with
the hose and regulator supplied. Your barbecue is designed
for use with 9Kg LPG cylinders.
Do not connect your barbecue to a gas cylinder
exceeding this capacity.
Never connect an unregulated gas cylinder to your
barbecue.
The cylinder should be filled by a reputable gas supplier and
visually inspected and re-qualified at each filling.
Always keep cylinder in an upright position. Always close the
cylinder valve when the barbecue is not in use.
Do not subject the cylinder to excessive heat.
Never Store your Gas Cylinder Indoors.
If you store your barbecue indoors, ALWAYS disconnect the
cylinder first and store it safely outside. Cylinders must be
stored outdoors in a well ventilated area out of reach of
children, and must not be stored in a building, garage or any
other enclosed area.
Read carefully before assembling and operating
your barbecue.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Location of your Barbecue
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 under any surface that will burn. Do not
obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air around the
barbecue housing.
For your safety:
Do not store or use petrol or other flammable
liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
Do not store empty or full spare gas cylinders
under or near this or any other appliance.
Keep the gas hose away from hot surfaces and
protect from dripping grease. Avoid
unnecessary twisting of hose. Visually inspect
the hose prior to each use for cracks,
excessive wear or other damage. Replace the
hose if necessary.
Never test for gas leaks with a lit match or
open flame. Never light barbecue with hood
closed or before checking to ensure the burner
tubes are fully seated over gas valve orifices.
Never lean over cooking surface when lighting.
Never alter or modify the regulator or gas
supply assembly.
This barbecue must not be used indoors.
Do not leave this BBQ unattended when lit and
in use.
Ensure the barbecue is set up on a level and stable
surface.
Do not move the barbecue while in use or when hot.
Remove the drip tray before moving.
Check Barbecue for any Damage
Contact your supplier for assistance regarding replacement of
any damaged or missing parts. Do not operate a barbecue
that appears damaged. Barbecues for use with gas cylinders
are labelled ‘LPG’. Check labelling at the gas connection on
your barbecue.
Protect Children
Keep children away from barbecue during use and until
barbecue has cooled after you have finished. Do not allow
children to operate barbecue.
Always ensure that no sporting or physical activities are
carried out in close proximity to the barbecue during use and
while still hot.
Nominal Hourly Gas Consumption
Gas Type Number of BBQ
Burners
Injector Size BBQ
Burner
Injector Size BBQ
Burner
Total Gas
Consumption
MJ/h
Gas
Pressure
kPa
LPG
6 Ø0.75mm Ø0.85mm 65.52 MJ/h 2.75kPa
MJ/h each 54 MJ/h 11.52 MJ/h

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Side Burner Table
Barbecue tray 1
4
Grease Tray 1
Back Right Leg
Front Right Leg
Catser
D
Lock
oor Axle
Door Handle
Left Door
Bottom Tray
Caster
Door Bracket
Back Panel
Front Left Leg
Back Left Leg
Flame Tamer
Body
Right Door
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Magnet
Side Panel
Cart Bracket
Hood
Warming Rack
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Side Table
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Side Burner

Cooking Grid
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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Correct Assembly : No Gap
Between Hook and Side Panel
Wrong Assembly : Has Gap
Between Hook and Side Panel
Insert side burner rack (27).
Attach cylinder hook (32) using 2X(A)M6X10+(F)M6X2.
Place flamer tamers (5) over burners under cast iron grills.
Attach warming rack (3) securing with 2Xclip.
Place 2XCast iron grills(31) and plate (2) in BBQ.
Step 15

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2.Install the "AAA"
battery as shown and
reinstall cap.
1.Unscrew the ignitor
cap and remove
AAA 1.5v battery (not included), required to operate the
side burner ignition

BEFORE USE CHECK FOR LEAKS
After the connection is made between hose assembly and BBQ valve, a leak test must
be performed before the BBQ can be operated to check the connections are gas-tight.
Never check for leaks with a naked flame, always use a soapy water solution
TO CHECK FOR LEAKS
Make 1 cup of leak detecting solution by mixing one part washing up liquid with 3 parts
water.
Ensure the control valve is "OFF".
Connect the regulator to the cylinder ensuring that the connections are secure then
turn ON the gas.
Brush the soapy solution onto the hose and all joints. If bubbles appear you have a
leak, which must be rectified by tightening the connections before use.
Retest after fixing the fault
Turn OFF the gas at the cylinder after testing.
If leakage is detected and cannot be rectified, consult your gas dealer.

GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Connecting & Disconnecting to Gas Source
IMPORTANT: Before connecting and
disconnecting barbecue to gas source, make sure
burner controls are in ‘OFF’ position.
CAUTION: When the barbecue is not in use, the
gas must be turned off at the cylinder.
Familiarise yourself with the general information and safety
guidelines located at the front of this manual.
Check:
1. The cylinder is filled. A sloshing sound will be heard
when shaken.
2. The BBQ control knobs are in the ‘OFF’ position.
Connecting
1. Ensure cylinder valve is in off position.
2. Check for any damage to either the cylinder connection
or the hose. NEVER attempt to use damaged
equipment.
3. When connecting the hose to the cylinder tighten the
nut on the regulator to the cylinder valve by hand.
4. Slowly and smoothly open the cylinder valve fully. If a
leak can be heard at either end of the hose turn cylinder
off and tighten joint. Wait 5 minutes before re-testing
and use a soapy water solution to check the joint. If
bubbles appear the connection will need to be re-
tightened.
Disconnecting
1. Ensure the BBQ control knobs are in the ‘OFF’
position.
2. Ensure cylinder valve is in the off position.
For storage and cylinder exchange, disconnect hose at the
cylinder only. DO NOT disconnect hose from appliance.
IMPORTANT: The appliance control knob must be
in the ‘OFF’ position before opening the cylinder
valve.
Regulator Safety Feature
All QCC regulators (the part that attaches to the gas
cylinder to regulate the flow of gas) have a safety feature
called an Excess Flow Valve included that restricts gas
flow in the event of a gas leak. You can inadvertently
activate this safety feature without having a gas leak. This
typically occurs when you turn on the gas using the
barbecue control knob before you turn on the gas cylinder
valve. If the gas regulator safety feature activates, the
barbecue will operate with reduced output as gas flow
is restricted.
These steps should be taken first to reset the gas regulator
safety device:
1. Ensure the barbecue hood is open.
2. Turn gas cylinder valve off.
3. Turn off all control knobs.
4. Disconnect the regulator from the gas cylinder.
5. Wait 30 seconds.
6. Reconnect the regulator to the gas cylinder.
7. Leak test the connection using a soapy water solution.
Ensure no bubbles appear before proceeding.
8. Slowly open the gas cylinder valve all the way. Do not
put excessive force on the valve at the full open
position, to avoid damaging the valve.
9. Light barbecue as per the instructions provided.
Operation
Before proceeding, make certain that you understand the
GENERAL INFORMATION section of this manual.
The regulator supplied with this BBQ is equipped with
a safety mechanism called an Excess flow Valve. To
avoid tripping this device, which will prevent full gas
requirement reaching the BBQ, it is vital that the
following actions are taken prior to igniting the BBQ.
Prior to opening the gas cylinder valve make sure all
BBQ control valves are in the “OFF” position.
Next open the gas cylinder valve opening the first half
turn slowly and smoothly before opening the gas valve
fully.
Preparation before cooking
To prevent foods from sticking to the cooking surface
please use a long handled brush to apply a light coat of
cooking oil or vegetable oil before each barbecuing session.
Line the drip tray with aluminium foil then place a uniform
layer of clean dry sand or non-flammable kitty litter 1cm
deep into the tray. This will absorb excess cooking fat
making clean ups easier.
Lighting Procedure
Before lighting your barbecue for the first time, read the
instructions fully to ensure the barbecue is assembled
correctly and is ready for use. Remove all point-of-sale
material from the barbecue.
IMPORTANT: The appliance control knob must be
in the ‘OFF’ position before opening the cylinder
valve.
Lighting the Barbecue Main Burners
Open the barbecue hood before lighting. Never
light your barbecue with the hood closed
VERY IMPORTANT: Always ensure all BBQ
control knobs are in the “OFF” position
before slowly and smoothly opening the gas
control valve on the LPG cylinder
The ignitor is built in to the valve. To ignite each
burner simply push and turn the desired control
knob anti-clockwise to the high position. You will
hear the valve click as it sends a spark to the
pilot flame. The pilot flame will ignite and send a
long flame down the side of the BBQ burner to
ignite it.
Repeat this process to ignite the remaining
burners as required
If burner fails to ignite after following the
procedure above; turn all the BBQ control knobs
to OFF position. Close the LPG cylinder valve.
Wait 5 minutes. Re-attempt all of the above

steps. If the BBQ still fails to light, please refer to
the Manual Lighting Instructions
Confirm each burner is alight before attempting to
light another burner.
After ignition, turn the burners to the high position
for 3-5 minutes in order to pre-heat the BBQ.
This should be done before each cooking session.
ALWAYS REMEMBER TO NEVER LEAVE THE
BBQ UNATTENDED WHEN IN OPERATION.
After completion of preheating, turn the burners to
the low position for best cooking results.
Manual Lighting Instructions
Open the barbecue hood before lighting. Never
light your barbecue with the hood closed.
VERY IMPORTANT: Always ensure all BBQ
control knobs are in the “OFF” position
before slowly and smoothly opening the gas
control valve on the LPG cylinder
Insert lit match through the match lighting hole on
the left or right side of the barbecue and place
near left or rightmost burner
Push and turn the applicable control knob anti-
clockwise to high position. The burner should
light within 5 seconds.
When the burner is lit, turn the remaining burners
on one-by-one from left to right or right to left.
Lighting the Side Burner
Lift the side burner cover open. Never ignite your
side burner with the side burner cover closed.
VERY IMPORTANT: Always ensure all BBQ
control knobs are in the “OFF” position before
slowly and smoothly opening the gas control
valve on the LPG cylinder
From the OFF position,turn knob to HIGH position
and push the SIDE BURNER IGNITOR button.A
continuous clicking sound will indicate the
sparking of the ignitor . If burner does not light
after 5 seconds, turn OFF, wait 2 minutes and
repeat procedure.
Manual Lighting Instructions
If for some reason the ignitor fails to produce a
spark at the electrode, the side burner can be
manually lit.
Lift open the side burner cover
VERY IMPORTANT: Always ensure all BBQ
control knobs are in the “OFF” position before
slowly and smoothly opening the gas control
valve on the LPG cylinder
Strike and carefully place a match approximately
1-2cm from the burner
Push and turn the side burner control knob anti-
clockwise to the high position. The side burner
should ignite within 5 seconds.
If the burner does not light after 5 seconds, turn
the control knob to OFF position and wait a few
minutes for the gas to dissipate before repeating
the above procedure to re-ignite.
If the side burner does not light with the first few
attempts of match lighting, there is a problem with
the gas supply. Turn off the gas at the burner and
LPG cylinder. DO NOT attempt to operate the grill
until the problem is found and corrected. See
“Trouble Shooting” section at the rear of this
manual for extra help.
Grill Cooking
The burners heat up the flame tamers underneath
the grill, which in turn heat the food on the grill.
The natural food juices produced during cooking
fall onto the hot flame tamer below and vaporise.
The subsequent rising smoke bastes the food, as
it travels upwards, imparting that unique
barbecued flavour.
Plate Cooking
The burners heat the plate directly, which then
cooks the food on contact. Plates allow for the
cooking of smaller items, such as seafood, which
could fall through the spaces of a grill. They are
also suitable for cooking items that require high-
temperature / short-duration cooking, such as
vegetables and smaller cuts of fish. Similarly, it
can be used in exactly the same way as a griddle
in the kitchen, for searing steaks, cooking eggs,
etc. Alternatively, it can be used for heating pans
or keeping food warm.
Roasting Hood Cooking
Barbecues equipped with a roasting hood give the
option to form an ‘oven’ for roasting or baking food,
such as joints of meat or whole chickens, etc.
More even cooking of food will actually be
achieved by using the barbeque with the hood
down. However, this should only be done with
the burners on low.
For best results, place the food you wish to bake
or roast on a metal baking tray and set it on one
side of the cooking grill.
Turn the burner directly under the food to the OFF
position and turn all other burners to a LOW to
MEDIUM position.
Close the hood to cook the food ‘indirectly’. Avoid
lifting the hood unnecessarily as heat is lost every
time the hood is opened. If the hood is opened
during cooking please allow extra time for the
barbeque to regain its temperature and complete
the cooking. Use the temperature gauge (if
applicable) to monitor the heat of the barbeque.
If the internal heat becomes too high, turn the
burners down to the low position. It is not
necessary or advisable to have all of the burners
on high when the hood is closed.
DO NOT ALLOW YOUR BARBECUE TO
OVERHEAT. Take care when opening the hood
as steam can be released on opening.
Warming Rack
Warming racks are a convenient way to keep
cooked food warm or to warm items such as
bread rolls. It is advisable to place food
(particularly fatty foods) to the front of the warming
rack to avoid the possibility of juices and fat
running down the back of your barbecue.Always
check that your warming rack is properly fitted
before use.

Flare-Up Control *Very Important Notice*
Flare-ups occur when meat is barbecued, and its
fat and juices fall upon the hot flame tamer.
Smoke of course helps give food its barbecued
flavour, but it is best to avoid excessive flare-up to
prevent food being burned. To control flare-ups, it
is ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL to trim away
excess fat from meat and poultry before grilling,
use cooking sauces and marinades sparingly and
try to avoid very cheap cuts of meat or meat
products as these tend to have a high fat and
water content. Also the burners should always be
placed on the low setting during cooking.
When flare-ups do occur, they can usually be
extinguished by applying baking soda or salt
directly onto the flame tamer. Always protect your
hands when handling anything near the cooking
surface of the barbecue and take care to protect
yourself from the flames.
If a fat fire occurs, please see the instructions
given below.
Fat Fires
Empty and clean the drip tray (and foil liner, if
applicable) of food debris after each cooking
session. If the barbecue is to be used for large
gatherings, it will be necessary to turn off and cool
the barbecue every two hours to remove food
debris from the drip tray (and foil liner, if
applicable) and clean it out. The time between
cleaning may need to be reduced if very fatty
foods or cheap meat products are being cooked.
Failure to do this may result in a fat fire, which
may cause injury and could seriously damage the
barbecue.
In the event of a fat fire:
.If safe to do so, turn all control knobs OFF.
.Turn off the gas supply at the gas bottle.
.Keep everyone at a safe distance from the
barbecue and wait until the fire has burnt out.
.Do not close the hood or lid of the barbecue.
.NEVER DOUSE A BARBECUE WITH WATER.
IF AN EXTINGUISHER IS USED, IT SHOULD
BE A POWDER TYPE.
.DO NOT REMOVE THE DRIP TRAY.
.If the fire does not seem to be abating or
appears to be worsening, contact your local
Fire Brigade for assistance.
End of Cooking Session
After each cooking session, turn the barbecue
burners to the “high” position and burn for 5
minutes.This procedure will burn off cooking
residue, thus making cleaning easier. Make sure
the hood or lid is open during this process.
Turning Off Your Barbecue
When you have finished using your barbecue, turn
all the control valves fully clockwise to the “Off”
position then switch off the gas supply at the
bottle.
Wait until the barbecue is sufficiently cool before
closing its hood or lid.
Care and Maintenance
Regularly clean your barbecue between uses and
especially after extended periods of storage.
Ensure the barbecue and its components are
sufficiently cool before cleaning. Do not leave the
barbecue exposed to outside weather conditions
or stored in damp, moist areas.
Never handle hot parts with unprotected hands.
Never douse the barbecue with water when the
surfaces are hot.
In order to extend the life and maintain the
condition of your barbecue, we strongly
recommend that the unit be covered when left
outside for any length of time, especially during
the winter months. Heavy-duty barbecue covers
and other accessories are available from your
local stockist.
Even when your barbecue is covered for its
protection, it must be inspected on a regular basis
as damp or condensation can form which may
result in damage to the barbecue. It may be
necessary to dry the barbecue and the inside of
the cover.It is possible for mould to grow on any
fat remaining on parts of the barbecue. This
should be cleaned off smooth surfaces with hot
soapy water.
Any rust that is found that does not come into
contact with the food should be treated with a rust
inhibitor and painted with barbecue paint or a heat
resistant paint.
A chrome cleaner may be used on chrome parts if
required. To prevent rusting, wipe chrome plated
warming racks etc. with cooking oil after rinsing
and drying.
Cooking Surfaces & Warming Rack
When the barbecue has cooled, clean it with hot
soapy water. To remove any food residue, use a
mild cream cleaner on a non-abrasive pad. Do not
use scouring pads or powders as they can
permanently damage the finish. Rinse well and
dry thoroughly. To protect the cast iron cooking
surfaces; when clean and dry, apply a light coat of
cooking oil to the cooking surfaces. Due to the
weight of the cooking surfaces, we do not
recommend cleaning in a dishwasher.
It is quite normal for surface rust to be present on
the cooking surface.If rust appears between
uses or in storage, clean with a soft brass wire
brush. Be careful not to damage the cooking
surface, re-oil and cure.
Burners
Provided that they are operating correctly, in
normal usage, burning off the residue after
cooking will keep the burners clean.
The burners should be removed and cleaned
annually, or whenever heavy build-up is found, to
ensure that there are no signs of blockage (debris,
insects) in either the burner portholes or the
primary air inlet of the burners. Use a pipe
cleaner to clear obstructions.

When refitting the burners, be careful to check
that the neck of the burner fits over the valve
outlet.
It is quite normal for surface rust to be present on
the burners. If rust appears between uses or in
storage, clean with a soft brass wire brush.
Flame Tamers
Remove any food residue from the flame tamer
surface with a plastic or wooden scraper or brass
wire brush. Do not use a steel scraper or wire
brush. Clean with hot soapy water and rinse well.
Drip Tray
After every use empty and clean the drip tray (and
foil liner, if applicable) of any fat or food particles,
using a plastic or wooden scraper if necessary.
Failure to keep it clean and excessive build up
can result in a fat fire. This can be hazardous and
severely damage the barbecue. This is not a
fault in the barbecue and is therefore not
covered by the terms of the warranty. If
required, the tray can be washed in hot soapy
water.
Barbecue Body
Regularly remove excess grease or fat from the
barbecue body using a cloth wrung out in hot
soapy water and dry thoroughly. Excess fat and
food debris can be removed from inside the body
using a soft plastic or wooden scraper. It is not
necessary to remove all the grease from the body.
If you need to clean fully, use hot soapy water and
a cloth, or nylon-bristled brush only. Do not use
abrasives. Remove cooking surfaces and burners
before full cleaning. Do not immerse the gas
controls or manifold in water. Check burner
operation after carefully refitting into body.
Barbecue Hood and Control Panel
Use a non-abrasive cloth or pad and clean with
hot, soapy water. Do not use scouring pads or
powders as they can permanently damage the
finish. Pay particular attention to the section
called “Care and Protection of Stainless Steel
Surfaces”.
Fixings
All screws and bolts, etc. should be checked and
tightened on a regular basis.
Storage
Ensure the barbecue is properly cooled before
covering or storing.Store your barbecue in a cool
dry place.
Cover the burners with aluminium foil in order to
prevent insects or other debris from collecting in
the burner holes.
If the barbecue is to be stored indoors, the gas
bottle must be disconnected and left outside. The
gas bottle should always be stored outside, in a
dry well-ventilated area, away from any sources of
heat or ignition. Do not let children tamper with
the bottle.
When using the barbecue after extended periods
of storage follow the cleaning procedures.
VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION
CARE AND PROTECTION OF STAINLESS
STEEL SURFACES
Your BBQ features Stainless Steel components, using
moderate grade Stainless Steels.
All Stainless Steel grades require a level of care and
protection to retain their appearance. Stainless Steels are
not immune to corrosion and neither are they
maintenance-free, contrary to popular public
perception. Even the highest marine grades of Stainless
Steel require frequent cleaning with fresh water to avoid
oxidation and other corrosive issues.
Modern tastes dictate that your BBQ features Stainless
Steel with a brushed finish. This brushed finish is attained
by running Stainless Steel sheets through an abrasive
process that removes the mirror finish and leaves the
brushed finish. Brushed-finish Stainless Steel requires
frequent cleaning and care, to maintain its quality of
appearance. Without adequate care it is realistic to expect
that it will show signs of corrosion in time.
Stainless Steel is definitely not a maintenance-free
material. Cleanliness and Stainless Steel are closely
related.
After assembly, we recommend that owners apply a thin
layer of Olive Oil with a clean cloth, to all exposed
Stainless Steel areas. This should then be polished in and
buffed off with another clean cloth to a non-oily finish. This
process will aid protection against dirt and other corrosive
contaminants, by providing a temporary food-safe shield.
The Olive Oil layer also makes later polishing and removal
of fingerprints easier. This process should be repeated
frequently when cleaning your grill.
You may have bought a protective cover for your BBQ.
It is recommended that a BBQ cover should be used at all
times when the BBQ is not in use to protect your
investment. However it is vital to understand that unless
the BBQ is cool, clean and dry when the cover is fitted,
use of a cover can in fact bedetrimental. A cover
placed on a warm, wet or unclean BBQ (or any mix of
these factors) can in fact be a very effective corrosion
breeder!
For this reason, the BBQ should always be cool,
cleaned of any surface contaminants or dirt and be
thoroughly dry before a protective cover is fitted. This
Is especially important before a BBQ is stored for any
length of time i.e. if the BBQ doesn’t get frequent use, or
when the BBQ is stored away over winter months.
In order to maintain the quality of the finish of your
Stainless Steel BBQ, the owner must be vigilant with care
and maintenance according to this advice.
Look after your investment carefully and it will serve
you well for many years to come.