Outback Excel 100 User manual

Excel 100 Excel 300
Excel 200
EN (Europe)
Assembly and Operating Instructions for
Excel 100, Excel 200, and Excel 300 Gas Barbecues
Gas Barbecues
Photographs are not to scale.
Specifications subject to change
without prior notice.
WARNING
• For outdoor use only. Not for commercial use.
• Read instructions before using the appliance. Failure to follow instructions
could result in death, serious bodily injury, and/or property loss.
• Warning: accessible parts may be very hot. Keep young children away.
• Do not move the appliance during use.
• Turn off the gas supply at the gas bottle after use.
• Any modification of the appliance, misuse, or failure to follow the instructions
may be dangerous and will invalidate your warranty. This does not affect your
statutory rights.
• Retain these instructions for future reference.
• Leak test your barbecue annually. Check the hose connections are tight and leak
test them each time you reconnect the gas bottle.
• For Flare-up control please refer to the ‘OPERATION’ section of this manual.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
If you smell gas:
1. Shut off gas to the appliance.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open barbecue lid or hood.
4. If odour continues, discontinue use and
contact your local dealer.
FOR YOUR SAFETY
1. Do not store or use petrol or other flammable
vapours or liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
2. A gas bottle not connected for use shall not be
stored in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.
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A. Parts List
Quantities vary according to model purchased. Specifications subject to change without prior notice. For more
details on hardware, please see the corresponding Hardware Reference Diagram for your barbecue model.
OUTBACK® EXCEL RANGE
CODE PART QTY EXCEL 100 EXCEL 200 EXEL 300
Body
Assembly
A1 Lava Rock Rack 1 √√√
A2 Burner 1 √√√
A3 Hood Lower Handle 1 √√√
A4 Hood 1 √* √* √*
A5 Body 1 √* √* √*
A6 Grease Cup Holder 1 √√√
A7 Grease Cup 1 √√√
A8 Cooking Grill 1 √√√
A9 Lava Rock (Shrink Packed) 1 √* √* √*
A10 Hood Upper Handle 1 √* √* √*
A11 Hinge Bracket 2 √* √* √*
A12 Main Electrode 1 √* √* √*
A13 Heat Shield 1 √√√
A14 Warming Rack 1 √√√
Upper
Trolley
B1 Control Panel 1 √√√
B2 Igniter Button 1 √* √* √*
B3 Main Burner Knob 2 √* √* √*
B4 Trolley Handle 1 √
B5 Main Burner Hose (if supplied) ▲
B6 Side Shelf ▲2 1
B7 Side Burner Knob 1 √
B8 Side Burner Grid 1 √
B9 Side Burner Shelf 1 √
B10 Side Burner 1 √
B11 Side Burner Electrode 1 √
B12 Side Burner Valve/Hose Assembly 1 √
Lower
Trolley
C1 Short Leg Front 1 √√√
C3 Gas Cylinder Holder 1 √√√
C4 Wheel 2 √√√
C5 Axle 1
√√√
C6 Leg End Loop 1 √√√
C7 Long Leg Front 1 √√√
C10 Gas Bottle Strap 1 √*√*√*
Hardware
D1 M6x15 Bolt ▲24 28 28
D2 M5x10 Bolt 4 √√√
D3 M4x10 Bolt 1 √
D4 ST4.0x10 Screw 2 √√√
D5 ST4.8x15 Screw 2 √√√
D6 M8 Locknut 2 √√√
D7 M5 Keps Nut 2 √√√
D8 Wheel Spacer 2 √√√
D9 Shelf Spacer ▲8 4
C2 Short Leg Rear 1 √√√
C8 Long Leg Rear 1 √√√
C9 Bottom Shelf 1 √√√
A16 Body Support 2 √√√
A15 Sillcon Bumpers 2 √√√
 Pre-Assembled
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B1. Parts Diagram: Excel 100
Quantities vary according to model purchased. Specifications subject to change without prior notice. For more
details on hardware, please see ‘Hardware Reference Diagram: Excel 100.’
A8
A1
A9
A6
A7
A3
A14
B1
B2
B3
B4
B5
C1
C3
C4 C6
C7
C9
C5
C2
C8
C10
A4 A5 A10
A11 A15
Pre-assembled body unit
includes the following
individual parts:
A2
A13
A12
A16

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B2. Hardware Reference Diagram: Excel 100
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
D1
D1 D4 D2
D5
D6
D7

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C1. Parts Diagram: Excel 200
Quantities vary according to model purchased. Specifications subject to change without prior notice. For more
details on hardware, please see ‘Hardware Reference Diagram: Excel 200.’
A8
A1
A9
A6
A7
A3
A14
B1
B2
B3
B5
B6
C1
C3
C4 C6
C7
C9
C5
C2
C8
C10
Pre-assembled body unit
includes the following
individual parts:
A4 A5 A10
A11 A15
A2
A13
A12 A16

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C2. Hardware Reference Diagram: Excel 200
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
D1
D4
D2D5
D6 D9 D7
D1

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D1. Parts Diagram: Excel 300
Quantities vary according to model purchased. Specifications subject to change without prior notice. For more
details on hardware, please see ‘Hardware Reference Diagram: Excel 300.’
A8
A1
A9
A2
A6
A3
A14
B1
B2
B3
B5
B8
B11
B10
B9
B7
B6
A7
C1
C3
C4 C6
C7
C9
C5
C2 C8
C10
Pre-assembled body unit
includes the following
individual parts:
A4 A5 A10
A11 A15
B12
A13
A12
A16

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D2. Hardware Reference Diagram: Excel 300
Specifications subject to change without prior notice.
D1
D1 D5 D4 D3
D7 D9 D2 D6

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E. Assembly
TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY:
Medium size flat blade or Philips/cross-point screwdriver, adjustable spanner or metric spanner set
This barbecue requires two people for assembly. Please remove all packaging materials from all individual parts
before assembling. Please lay out all nuts and bolts and check lengths before assembling. Whilst every care is
taken during the manufacture of this product, care must be taken during the assembly in case sharp edges are
present.
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C6
C7
Attach the Long Leg
Front (C7) and Long
Leg Rear (C8) to the
Leg End Loop (C6).
The legs are a push fit
onto the Leg End Loop.
In case of difficulty, they
may need tapping with
a soft faced mallet.
Take care not to dam-
age the parts.
C1
C2
C3
Attach the Short Leg
Front (C1) and Short
Leg Rear (C2) to the
Gas Cylinder Holder
(C3). The legs are a
push fit onto the Gas
Cylinder Holder. In case
of difficulty; they may
need tapping with a soft
faced mallet. Take care
not to damage the
parts.
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Attach the Bottom Shelf (C9) to the Gas Bottle
Holder (C3) using the screws (D5). Taking care
not to over tighten.
C9
C3
D1
Attach the leg assembly to the Bot-
tom Shelf assembly using the
screws (D1).
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C4
Slide a wheel (C4) and secure it
with a M8 Locknut (D6). Repeat for
the other side before standing it up.
C5
D8
Insert the axle (C5) through the clamping brack-
ets underneath the Gas Cylinder Holder (C3)
and tighten the clamping screws. Taking care
not to over tighten.
Slide a Wheel Spacer (D8) over the Axle (C5).
C3
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D6
D1
A16
Attach the Body Support (A16) to the
legs using the screws (D1).
Note: The notches on these supports
should be outside in order to attach the
body easily.

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A3
A4
D2
D1
Attach the Hood Lower Handle (A3) to the Hood
(A4) using the Screws (D2).
Attach the Body (A5) to the Trolley As-
sembly using the Screws (D1). Ensure
the tabs on the body fit over the legs as
shown in the diagram and do not go
down inside of the legs.
A5
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A6
A7
Feed the Grease Cup Holder (A6)
through the hole in the Body (A5).
insert the Grease Cup (A7) into the Grease
Cup Holder.
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Attach the Control Panel Assembly to the Trolley Assembly using the Screws (D1).
Ensure the tabs on the body fit over the legs as shown in the diagram and do not
go down inside of the legs.

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Insert the main electrode (A12) into the hole at the bottom of the body and screw
with the pre-assembled nut.
Feed the Burner (A2) into the Body (A5) en-
suring the burner venturi tubes are over the
ends of the gas valves. They are a loose fit
and not a gas tight seal. Secure the Burner
with the Screws (D4).
A2
View from underneath the body.
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A13
A1
A9
A8
A14
Attach the Heat Shield (A13) to the Body (A5)
using the Screws (D2) and nuts (D7).
Place the Lava Rock Rack (A1) and Lava
Rock (A9) into the body of the barbecue
followed by the Cooking Grill (A8). Fit the
Warming rack (A14). Make sure the
swing legs fix to the body of the barbecue
and the shorter, fixed legs go through the
holes in the hood.
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B4
D1
B6
D1
D9
Attach the Trolley Handle (B4) to the
Long Legs using the screws (D1).
Attach a side shelf (B6) to the right hand side of the barbecue by sliding a shelf spacer (D9) onto
a screw (D1) and fit the shelf to the lower fixing point on the rear leg as shown. Repeat for the
front leg. Slide a shelf spacer (D9) onto a screw (D1) and screw it into the upper fixing point on
the rear legs as shown. Repeat for the front leg.
For Excel 200 only, repeat the above procedure for the left hand side shelf.
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Excel 200 and 300 users, skip this step and proceed directly to step 16.
EXCEL 100 USERS: ASSEMBLY IS NOW COMPLETE. Proceed to pages 19 onwards for
operation and maintenance instructions.
Important – the barbecue must not be used before being leak tested as detailed on P. 20
EXCEL 200 USERS: ASSEMBLY IS NOW COMPLETE. Proceed to pages 19 onwards for
operation and maintenance instructions.
Important – the barbecue must not be used before being leak tested as detailed on P. 20

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B9
B12
B7
Attach the Side Burner Shelf (B9) to the Short Legs using the Screws (D1).
Remove the screws from Side Burner
Valve/Hose Assembly (B12) and
secure it to the side shelf with those 2
screws.
Assemble the Side Burner Knob (B7)
onto the side burner valve.
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ASSEMBLY IS NOW COMPLETE.
Proceed to the next page for operation and maintenance instructions.
Important – the barbecue must not be used before being leak tested as detailed on P. 20
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B11
D3
B8
Place the Side Burner Electrode (B11) onto
the side burner shelf as shown and place the
Side Burner (B10) through the central hole
and position the side burner venturi tube over
the side burner gas valve. Secure the elec-
trode and burner with Screw (D3).
Note: The side burner venturi tube is a loose
fit on the vale and not a gas tight seal.
Connect the electrode
wire to the Igniter But-
ton (B2) under the
control panel.
B2
Side burner electrode
wire goes here.
Main burner
electrode wire
goes here.
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Place the Side Burner Grid (B8) onto
the side burner shelf.
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E. Important Information
Please read these instructions carefully
before assembly and use.
• Retain these instructions for future
reference.
• For outdoors use only – do not use indoors.
Do not use below ground level.
• For use with LPG bottled gas only. A
suitable regulator must be used for Butane,
propane or mixes.
• Remove lava rock from plastic shrink pack
before lighting.
• Do not use within 1m of any flammable
structure or surface.
• LP gas cylinders should not be placed
directly underneath the barbecue.
• LP gas cylinders must not be stored or
used in the horizontal position. A leak would
be very serious and liquid could enter the
gas line.
• When igniting barbecue open its hood
before lighting.
• Do not move the barbecue while alight.
• This barbecue must not be left unattended
when lit.
• The hood handle can become very hot.
Grip only the centre of the handle. Use of a
cooking glove is advised.
• Use caution when opening the hood, as hot
steam inside is released upon opening.
• Parts of this barbecue become very hot –
care must be taken when children, elderly
people, and animals are present.
• Always turn off the gas bottle when the
barbecue is not in use.
• Never cover a barbecue until it has
completely cooled.
• Never use the barbecue with the side shelf
in the down position.
• Leak test annually, and whenever the gas
bottle is removed or replaced.
• Do not store flammable materials near this
barbecue.
• Do not use aerosols near this barbecue.
• Failure to follow the manual’s instructions
could result in serious injury or damage.
• Modification of the barbecue may be
dangerous, is not permitted and will nullify
any warranty.
• If you have any queries regarding these
instructions, contact your local dealer.
F. Gas and Regulator
This barbecue can use either propane or
butane LPG bottled gas. Propane bottles, will
supply gas all year round, even on cold winter
days. A spanner may be required to change
gas bottles. Butane bottles, will supply
sufficient gas in summer, but performance of
the barbecue may be affected once the gas
temperature starts to fall below +10°C. The
bottle should never be stood on the trolley
base and placed directly under the barbecue.
Gas bottles should never be stored or used laid
on their side. Never store gas bottles indoors.
YOU MUST HAVE THE PROPER
REGULATOR AND BOTTLE IN ORDER FOR
THE BARBECUE TO OPERATE SAFELY
AND EFFICIENTLY. USE OF AN INCORRECT
OR FAULTY REGULATOR IS DANGEROUS
AND WILL INVALIDATE ANY WARRANTY.
Please consult your local gas dealer for the
most suitable gas bottles and regulators.
G. Installation
G1. Selecting a Location
This barbecue is for outdoor use only and
should be placed in a well-ventilated area.
Take care to ensure that it is not placed
UNDER any combustible surface. The sides of
the barbecue should NEVER be closer than 1
metre from any combustible surface. Keep this
barbecue away from any flammable materials!
G2. Precautions
Do not obstruct any ventilation openings in the
barbecue body. Secure the gas bottle on the
cylinder holder and always tighten it with the
black strap provided. Should you need to
change the gas bottle, confirm that the
barbecue is switched off, and that there are no
sources of ignition (cigarettes, open flame,
sparks, etc.) near before proceeding. Inspect
the gas hose to ensure it is free of any twisting
or tension. The hose should hang freely with
no bends, folds, or kinks that could obstruct
free flow of gas. Apart from the connection
point, no part of the hose should touch any hot
barbecue parts. Always inspect the hose for
cuts, cracks, or excessive wear before use. If
the hose is damaged, it must be replaced with
hose suitable for use with LPG and meet the
national standards for the country of use. The
length of the hose shall not exceed 1.5m. N.B.-
The date on the orange hose (if supplied) is the
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G3. Connecting a Gas Hose to the
Barbecue
Connect the gas hose to the gas rail inlet on
the left hand side of the barbecue. Do not
overtighten. Do not use any sealing tape or
liquid on the connection
G4. Fixing a Regulator to the Gas Bottle
Confirm all barbecue control knobs are in the
off position. Connect the regulator to the gas
bottle according to your regulator and bottle
dealer’s instructions.
G5. Leak Testing (To be performed in a
well-ventilated area.)
Confirm all control knobs are in the off position.
Open the gas control valve on the bottle or
regulator. Check for leaks by brushing a
solution of ½ water and ½ soap over all gas
system joints, including all valve connections,
hose connections and regulator connections.
NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME to test for
leaks at anytime. If bubbles form over any of
the joints, there is a leak. Turn off the gas
supply and retighten all joints. Repeat test. If
bubbles form again, do not use the barbecue.
Please contact your local dealer for
assistance. Leak test your barbecue annually.
Check the hose connections are tight and leak
test them each time you reconnect the gas
bottle.
H. Operation
H1. Warning
• Before proceeding, make certain that you
understand the IMPORTANT
INFORMATION section of this manual.
H2. Preparation Before Cooking
To prevent foods from sticking to the cooking
grill, please use a long handled brush to apply
a light coat of cooking or vegetable oil before
each barbecuing session. (Note: When
cooking for the first time, paint colours may
change slightly as a result. This is normal
and should be expected.)
H3. Lighting the Barbecue
• Open the barbecue hood.
• Ensure all knobs are in the off position.
Open the gas control valve on the gas
bottle or regulator.
• Push and turn the leftmost control knob to
the high position. Press the ignition button
rapidly several times until left portion of
the burner is lit. If burner fails to ignite,
turn control knob to the off position and
turn gas off at the bottle or regulator. Wait
five minutes, then repeat the above steps.
After successful lighting of the left side,
ignite the remaining portion of the burner.
If the burner fails to ignite after following
above procedure, turn all the knobs to the
off position. Close the gas valve on the
gas bottle. Wait 5 minutes, then repeat the
above steps. If the barbecue still fails to
light, please refer to the manual ignition
instructions in section below.
• After ignition, the burner should be burned
at the high position for 3-5 minutes in
order to preheat the barbecue. This
process should be done before every
cooking session. The hood (where
applicable) should be open during
preheating.
• After completion of preheating, the burner
should normally be turned down to a lower
position for best cooking results.
H4. Manual Ignition Instructions
• Open the barbecue hood.
• Insert lit match through the match-lighting
hole on the right side of the barbecue.
• Push and turn the rightmost control knob
anti-clockwise to the high position.
• After the right portion of the burner is lit,
light the remaining portion of the burner.
• If burner fails to ignite, contact your local
dealer for assistance.
• After ignition, the burner should be burned
at the high position for 3-5 minutes in
order to preheat the barbecue. This
process should be done before every
cooking session. The hood (where
applicable) should be open during
preheating.
• After completion of preheating, the burner
should normally be turned down to a lower
position for best cooking results.
H5. Grill Cooking
The burner heats up the lava rock underneath
the grill, which in turn heats the food on the
grill. The natural food juices produced during
cooking fall onto the hot lava rock below and
vaporise. The subsequent rising smoke bastes
the food, as it travels upwards, imparting that
unique barbecued flavour. More even cooking
of food will be achieved by using the barbecue
with the hood down which will also hold the