George Foreman GFSBBQ1 Maintenance and service guide

1 BURNER GAS BBQ
GFSBBQ1
WARNING: PLEASE ENSURE TO READ THROUGH THE
SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
USE.
PLEASE RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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CONTENTS
2
Page(s)
Safety instructions
3
BBQ
Feature Diagram 6
BBQ Parts List
6
BBQ Assembly
7-8
Attaching Gas Cylinder
9
Disconnecting Gas cylinder
10
Lighting
your BBQ 11
Food Safety
12
Tips for use
13
Storage
14
Cleaning and care
15
Troubleshooting
16-17
Guarantee and customer services
18
Notes
19

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
WARNING:
•The Barbeque must be installed on a secure level base prior to
use.
•Read the instructions before using the appliance.
•Always light the barbecue with the lid open.
•Check and clean the grease trays regularly.
•The gas hose should be checked regularly for leaks (especially
after long breaks).
•Never use water to extinguish flames.
•Turn off the gas supply at the gas cylinder after use.
•Any modification to the appliance may be dangerous and will
void the guarantee.
•Do not store or use gasoline or mentholated fuels or any other
flammable vapors and liquids in the vicinity of this appliance.
Never light a gas grill with gasoline or similar flammable fluids!
•When the wind speed is above 2m/s don’t use the appliance
facing in to the find as this may case the flame to extinguish.
•Never mount the gas cylinder under the appliance or near any
parts of the appliance which becomes hot as this could result in
serious injury.
•Use protective heat resistant gloves when handling particularly
hot components.
•The appliance must be installed with 1m clearance in all
directions around the appliance and should not be used
underneath any overhead obstruction.

•In the event of a gas leak, turn off the gas supply at the gas
cylinder, extinguish any open flames and keep the lid open.
If the leak continues contact your local gas dealer
immediately. DO NOT USE AN OPEN FLAME TO CHECK FOR
GAS LEAKS
•Always test the gas line for leaks with soapy water. If there
are leaks you should see bubbles forming.
•The lid must always be open when lighting the appliance.
•Be prepared if an accident or fire should occur. Know where
the first aid kit and fire extinguishers are and how to use
them.
•Do not heat any unopened glass or metal container on the
grill. Pressure may build up and cause the container to
burst, possibly resulting in serious personal injury or
damage to the appliance.
•WARNING! This barbecue will become very hot, do not
move it during operation.
•Do not use indoors or in enclosed spaces!
•WARNING! Do not use spirit or petrol for lighting or re-
lighting! Use only firelighters complying to EN 1860-3!
•WARNING! Keep children and pets away.
WARNING! Do not use the barbecue in a confined
and/or habitable space e.g. houses, tents, caravans,
motor homes, boats. Danger of carbon monoxide
poisoning fatality.
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Safety checks before use:
•If you smell gas shut off gas to the appliance, extinguish any
open flames, open lid and if the odour continues, keep away
from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or
your fire department. Leaking gas may cause a fire or explosion
which can cause serious bodily injury, death, or damage to
property.
•Never operate this appliance unattended, always ensure there
are at least two people present.
•Check hose before each use of grill for nicks, cracking,
abrasions or cuts. If the hose is found to be damaged in any
way, do not use the grill.
Carbon Monoxide
Poisoning Hazard
Do not use in
Motor Homes
Do Not Use
Indoors
Do Not Use in
Tents
Use in open
Spaces
Technical data
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BBQ FEATURE DIAGRAM
You will need…
•Cross Head Screwdriver
•Adjustable Spanner
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PART
DESCRIPTION
QT
Y
1 Lid 1
2 Handle Back Plate 2
3 Handle 1
4 Base 1
5 Grill Tray –Left 1
6 Grill Tray –Right 1
7 Thermostat 1
8 Grease Tray 1
A M5 Wing Nuts 2
B Pin 2
C Pin Clip 2

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BBQ ASSEMBLY
Assembling the Handle
1. Place the Lid (1) onto the Base (4) with
the back of the BBQ facing towards
you.
Ensure that the hinges are aligned.
1.
2. Push a Pin (B) through each of the
hinges, and secure into place using the
Pin Clips (C)
1. Attach the handle (3) and the handle back
plates (2) to the lid (1) using two of the M5
Wing Nuts (A).
Ensure that the handle back plates (2) are
attached to the inside of the lid.
Assembling the Lid to the Base

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BBQ ASSEMBLY
Attaching the Thermostat
1. Slide the Grease Tray (8) into the grease
tray supports, located on the base of the
BBQ.
Your portable gas BBQ is now assembled.
1. Push the leg of the thermostat (7) through
the hole in the lid of the BBQ.
Ensure that the thermostat is correctly
aligned
2. Use a Wing Nut (A) to secure the thermostat
in place.
3. Place the Left and Right Grill Trays (5&6) in
position.
Attaching the Grease Tray

Warning: Always test gas line for leaks at connector
with soap water around all connections.
ATTACHING YOUR GAS BOTTLE
After purchasing your gas cylinder you will then be ready to set it up
with your gas grill.
When changing the gas cylinder it must not be near any source of
ignition. Position the gas cylinder at the left side of your gas grill,
keeping in mind that the bottle must be kept away from heat and in a
safe position.
•When ready to use your gas grill place the regulator onto the gas
bottle valve and push down firmly until you hear it click in to place.
•Attach the hose to the regulator gas outlet, you will need to push
firmly as it is a tight fit.
•Once the hose is connected to regulator it must be secured in
place using one of the two jubilee clips supplied.
•Attach the other end of the gas hose to the gas inlet on the
appliance, again you will need to push firmly as it is a tight fit.
•Once the hose is connected use the second jubilee clip to secure
in place.
•Ensure that the hose is not subjected to twisting which will affect
the gas flow when installing your gas grill. Also the hose must not
have undue tension and must not touch any part of the gas grill
which may be hot.
•Once the gas cylinder is connected to the appliance you can then
start the flow of gas by turning the small lever on the regulator from
its closed position (vertical) to its open position (horizontal).
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DISCONNECTING YOUR GAS BOTTLE
When you have finished using the appliance you must
remove the gas cylinder.
In order to do this you turn the small lever on the regulator
from its open position (horizontal) to its closed position
(vertical).
Once the gas supply has been turned off you then need to
remove the regulator from the gas cylinder. To do this you
need to push in the button release which is located below the
small lever on the regular and lift away from the gas cylinder.
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