steel wool should be avoided as they may leave particles embedded
on the surface which can lead to RUSTING. Cleaning should always
be followed by rinsing in clean hot water.
Grease
Grease may soil stainless steel surfaces in food preparation. These
soils may be mildly corrosive if left or may not allow the surface
to maintain passivity, and so regular removal is a necessity for the
appearance.
TYPES OF CLEANERS AND METHODS
Consider the possibility of scratching and the potential for post-
cleaning corrosion caused by incompletely removed cleaners. Avoid
using abrasive cleaners unless absolutely necessary.
Clean Water and Wipe
A soft cloth and clean warm water should always be the rst choice
for mild stains and loose dirt and soils. A nal rinse with clean
water and a dry wipe will complete the process and eliminate the
possibility of water stains.
Household Cleaners
Household cleaners fall into two categories: detergent (non-
abrasive) and abrasive cleaners. Abrasive cleaners are more
effective but introduce the possibility of scratching the surface. A
neutral cleaner low in chloride is essential. The cleaning method
generally employed with these cleaners is to apply them to the
stainless surface and follow by cloth wiping in the direction of the
grain or polish lines (not across them). The cleaned surface should
be thoroughly rinsed with clean water and wiped dry with a soft
cloth if water streaking is a consideration.
CARE OF STAINLESS STEEL IN YOUR BBQ
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 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.
The cleaner stainless steel can be kept while in storage or during
use, the greater the assurance of optimum corrosion resistance. In
order to maintain the good looks and life of your BBQ, follow these
summary tips on the care of stainless steel:
• When new or when cleaned and dried, we recommend the
owner apply a thin coat of Olive Oil to stainless steel surfaces
which should then be polished in. The Olive Oil will help greatly
in protecting the stainless steel from corrosive contaminants
and assisting removal of nger prints and other marks, keeping
the appearance of the stainless steel in new condition. The
Olive Oil coating also makes further polishing easier.
• Use clean, soft cloths or sponges to clean your grill.
• Carbon steel brushes or steel wool should never be used.
• Do routine cleaning of exposed surfaces.
• After cleaning, rinse thoroughly with water.
• Cleaning with chloride-containing detergents must be avoided.
• On polished nishes, rubbing or wiping should be done in the
direction of the polish lines, NOT across them.
• Care must be taken when cleaning the fascia. Printed
information may be erased with heavy cleaning.
CAST IRON COOKING SURFACES
Scrub the cooking surfaces with a brass wire brush to remove food
residue. If required, wash with soap and water. After washing, dry
the cooking surfaces thoroughly and coat lightly with cooking oil to
keep the cooking surfaces from rusting.
CAST IRON BAKING DISH
Scrub the baking dish surface with a brass wire brush to remove
food residue. If required, wash with soap and water. After washing,
dry the baking dish thoroughly and coat lightly with cooking oil to
keep it from rusting.
PORCELAIN ENAMEL COOKING SURFACES
Porcelain Enamel surfaced items should be treated with care and
should not be cleaned with an abrasive cleaner or scratchy cleaning
item. Surfaces will crack or chip if hit or dropped. Porcelain Enamel
surfaces should NOT be regarded as ‘Non-stick’, use of cooking
oil is required as normal. Food will likely stick to an overheated or
un-oiled enamel surface. The surface will be more easily cleaned by
first soaking overnight.
COMPOSITE MARBLE INSERT
Ideal for preparing food or resting HOT items on. Easily cleaned. Do
not impact heavy items close to or at the edges, as this could cause
fractures or chipping. If moving the BBQ to another position could
cause the insert to dislodge from the table, remove the insert rst.
DO NOT DROP INSERT.
BURNER MAINTENANCE
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, the primary
air inlet, or the neck of the burners. Use a pipe cleaner to clear
obstructions. When retting the burners, be careful to check they
are positioned as follows. The neck of the burner ts over the valve
outlet, the top aps of the gas collector boxes t over the top
surfaces of the burners.
DRIP TRAY
After every use, check the drip tray, drip pan, and foil pan for fat
build-up. Failure to maintain these areas could result in a fat fire or
excessive are up. This can severely damage your barbecue and is
not covered by the warranty.
BARBECUE BODY
Warning!
Not cleaning the barbecue can pose a re risk!
Regularly remove excess grease or fat from the barbecue body with
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. 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.
FIXINGS
All screws and bolts, etc. should be checked and tightened on a
regular basis.
STORAGE
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 burner holes. A protective cover should always be
fitted to the barbecue to protect your investment from the elements
when not in use. 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.