Gasmate Horizon BQ8401 User manual

103245 05/15
Important: Retain these instructions for future use.
Gasmate®is a registered trademark of: Sitro Group Australia Pty Ltd www.gasmate.com.au
Aber – Hamilton, N.Z. www.gasmate.co.nz
• Deluxe BBQ featuring vitreous enamel
body and stainless steel fascia
• Stainless steel hood includes glass
window and temperature gauge
• Stylish cabinet with stainless
steel doors
• Electronic ignition
• Stainless steel tube burners
• Vitreous enamel cast iron grill and
reversible hotplate
• Operates on Universal L.P.G.
• IAPMO Oceana certied
FEATURES
Horizon 4 Burner BBQ
BQ8401

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GENERAL INFORMATION
Gas Installation Codes
• Barbecues must be used in accordance with
the installation requirements of your gas
supply authority, or the Australian Standard
AS 5601.
• Barbecues for use with bottled gas are
labelled ‘propane gas’ or ‘Universal L.P.G’.
• Barbecues for use with natural gas are
labelled ‘natural gas’ and must be installed by
an authorised person. Check the gas type
sticker attached to the barbecue.
Clearances
Minimum Clearances from combustible materials
must be:
Rear - 600mm Sides - 600mm Above - 600mm
Specications
Barbecue specications can be found on the data
label attached to the barbecue body.
Hose connection thread is 1/4” B.S.P.
IMPORTANT
Read these instruction carefully prior to use.
Familiarise yourself with the appliance before
connecting it to it’s gas container. Keep these
instructions for future reference.
1. Shut off gas to the barbecue at its source,
if possible.
2. Extinguish any open ame.
3. Open hood.
4. If odour continues immediately call your
gas supplier or re department.
IF YOU SMELL GAS
Hose & Regulator Safety
The regulator and hose assembly supplied with the
barbecue are suitable for Propane Gas or Universal
L.P.G. only.
A gas regulator adjusted to have an outlet
pressure of 2.75kPa is supplied for connection to
the propane gas cylinder. The pressure regulator
and hose assembly supplied with the barbecue
must me used. Replacement pressure regulators
and hose assemblies must be those specied by
the barbecue manufacturer.
When connecting the hose and regulator assembly
to the gas cylinder, take care to avoid unnecessary
twisting of the exible 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.
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
ammable 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 well ventilated location, preferably
outside, away from people and away from any
sources of ignition; such as naked ames, pilot
ames, electric heaters/equipment.
Gas Cylinder Use & Safety
This is a low pressure barbecue and must only be
used with the regulator supplied. Your barbecue
is designed for use with 4.5Kg or 9Kg propane gas
cylinders certied to AS 2469.
The gas cylinder should be lled by a reputable
gas supplier and visually inspected and re-
qualied at each lling.
Always keep cylinder in an upright position.
Always close the cylinder valve when the barbecue
is not in use.
Do not subject gas cylinder to excessive heat.
NEVER STORE YOUR GAS CYLINDER
INDOORS.
If you store your barbecue indoors, ALWAYS
disconnect the gas cylinder rst and store the
cylinder 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.

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IF THERE IS A LEAK
• Turn the cylinder off.
• Ventilate the area to disperse gas.
• Check all connections.
• If leak persists, keep the cylinder upright.
Keep skin away from any gas or liquid
escaping from the cylinder.
• Keep the cylinder at least 20 metres
away from any sparks or ignition sources,
including electrical equipment, camera
ashes, engines and motors.
• Disperse gas by encouraging maximum
ventilation and spraying with a ne water
spray.
IF THERE IS A FIRE
• If the re is at the barbecue, turn the gas
off at the cylinder. Smother the ames
with a wet cloth, re blanket or extinguish
using a re extinguisher.
• If the re is at the cylinder, or you can not
get to the valve to turn the gas off, contact
the re brigade immediately
• Using a garden hose, direct the water to
the middle of the cylinder to keep it cool.
Try not to extinguish the ame. At least if
the gas is burning, it won’t be able to build
up pressure and explode.
• Failure to comply with these instructions
could result in a re or explosion which
could cause serious bodily injury, death or
property damage.
CAUTION: Accessible parts may
be very hot.
Keep young children away.
Any modications of this barbecue may
be dangerous.
DO NOT move this barbecue during use.
Turn off gas supply at the gas cylinder
after use.
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.
• Never operate this barbecue without a
regulator.
• Do not test for gas leaks with an open
ame.
• If this information is not followed
exactly a re causing death or serious
injury may occur. Do not store a
spare gas cylinder under or near this
barbecue. This barbecue is only to be
used and stored outdoors.
• If there is a leak on your appliance (smell
of gas) immediately attempt to turn off
the cylinder valve. Remove the appliance
to a well ventilated location away from
any ignition source. Only check for leaks
outdoors using soapy water. DO NOT try
to detect leaks using a ame.
• Check for leaks by brushing a soap and
water solution over all connections. If you
are unable to correct the leak by tightening
the connections, turn off the gas and
contact customer service immediately
• DO NOT replace the grill with an extra
hotplate. The warranty will be voided
and it violates the gas approval, the grill
provides the ventilation needed for the
BBQ to operate safely. It is not designed to
be a solid hotplate device.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
For any queries or assistance call
Customer Service
Australia Only
1300 174 876
Hours of operation:
Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm EST
Do not return to place of purchase.

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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 ow of combustion and ventilation air around
the barbecue housing.
Protect Children
Keep children away from barbecue during use and
until barbecue has cooled after you have nished.
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.
Tools You Will Need
Adjustable spanner, Philips head screwdriver.
Check Barbecue for any Damage
Inspect barbecue parts as you proceed. Contact
your supplier for assistance regarding replacement
of any damaged or missing parts. Do not assemble
or operate a barbecue that appears damaged.
Barbecues for use with gas cylinders are labelled
‘Propane Gas’ or ‘Universal L.P.G’. Check labelling
at the gas connection on your barbecue.
• Do not store or use petrol or other
ammable 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 ame. Never light barbecue with
hood closed or before checking to ensure
the burner tubes are fully seated over gas
valve orices.
• Never lean over cooking surface when
lighting.
• Never alter or modify the regulator or gas
supply assembly.
• This barbecue must not be used indoors.
• Only use in well ventilated areas.
• CARBON MONOXIDE HAZARD - USING THIS
APPLIANCE IN AN ENCLOSED SPACE MAY
CAUSE DEATH. DO NOT USE IN CARAVANS,
TENTS, MARINE CRAFT, CARS, MOBILE
HOMES OR SIMILAR LOCATIONS.
• This appliance shall only be used in an
above ground open-air situation with
natural ventilation, without stagnant
areas, where gas leakage and products of
combustion are rapidly dispersed by wind
and natural convection.
• 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.
FOR YOUR SAFETY

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
As with all appliances, proper care and
maintenance will keep them in top operating
condition and prolong their life. Your new gas
barbecue is no exception. By following these
cleaning procedures on a timely basis, your
barbecue will be kept clean and working properly
with minimum effort.
Flash-Back
Spiders and small insects occasionally spin
webs or make nests in the burner tubes during
warehousing and transit. These webs can lead to
a gas ow obstruction which could result in a re
in and around the burner tubes. Cleaning with
a soft brush before use and at least every six
months is recommended.
This type of re is known as ‘FLASH-BACK’ and
can cause serious damage to your barbecue
and create an unsafe operating condition for the
user. Although an obstructed burner tube is not
the only cause of ‘FLASH-BACK’ it is the most
common cause and frequent inspection and
cleaning of the burner tubes is necessary.
If re occurs in and around the burner,
immediately turn off gas at its source and
turn the burner control to ‘OFF’, wait until the
barbecue has cooled, then clean the burner tubes
and burner ports.
Cleaning the Cooking Surface
After cooking, turn burner control to ‘OFF’ and
let barbecue cool before attempting to clean the
cooking surface. Before rst use and periodically,
it is suggested that you wash the cooking surface
in a mild soap and warm water solution.
Care of Cooking Surface
Use and care of the cooking surface is important.
Do not use pans on the cooking surface. Do not
overheat the cooking surface with the hood down
or no food on the cooking surface.
Cleaning the Drip Tray
To avoid fat or grease dripping from the barbecue
remove and empty the drip tray after each use.
Wait until the drip tray is cool to touch before
disposing of contents.
The drip tray should be washed periodically in a
mild detergent and warm water solution.
• Beware of spiders and wasps. Burner
tube should be inspected and cleaned
periodically.
• This appliance must only be serviced by
an authorised person.
• To avoid any are-ups, it is recommended
that the drip tray be checked and emptied
regularly. Contents of the drip tray may be
very hot during cooking. If emptied
during extended cooking extreme caution
should be taken and direct contact by
hand should be avoided at all times. Allow
to cool completely before disposing of the
contents.
IMPORTANT