The Haus Co. HEX WIDE BASE User manual

USER MANUAL
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HEX WIDE BASE

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Welcome to our Hex Series. Get hold of the avors and essence of traditional wood-
red cooking. Designed to bring out the elegance, enthusiasm and heavenly ambience
to your outdoor occasions. Built with years of traditional upbringing and the passion for
cooking. We have made it with the best quality steels. The hex shaped re bowl features
a wide, at trim which doubles as a high-efciency cooking surface lighting up the air
with avors.
• This manual and all documentation attached to it must be kept in an accessible
place.
• DO NOT attempt to light this barbecue until you have read carefully all warnings
and instructions outlined in this manual.
• DO NOT use the barebcue for purposes other than indicated in this manual.
• Follow instructions for minimum clearance to combustible materials, and steps for
safety moving the barbecue.
• DO NOT move barbecue while in operation.
• DO NOT touch the appliances surfaces without protection. ALWAYS wear gloves
when using this appliance, to avoid burns.
• DO NOT use indoors.
BEFORE YOU GET STARTED
FOR YOUR SAFETY
For Your Safety, Follow All Instructions Outlined Below.
This barbecue must be cleaned and seasoned before rst use.
The external surfaces of this appliance will become very hot when in operation.
• Protect your children and pets - DO NOT allow children and pets in the vicinity
of this appliance when in operation.
This appliance is very heavy. Care must be taken to ensure that the appliance is set-
up on a at and stable surface, to avoid tipping.
DO NOT USE SPIRITS, PETROL OR COMPARABLE FLUIDS FOR LIGHTING OR
RELIGHTING THE BARBECUE.
ATTENTION!
ATTENTION!
WARNING
WARNING
ATTENTION
CAUTION

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• This Barbecue is for OUTDOOR use only.
• DO NOT operate light or use this barbecue within TEN feet (3.05 meters) of
walls, structures or buildings.
• For residential use only. This barbecue is not for commercial use.
• Intended for wood re cooking. The conversion to or attempted use of any
other fuel source in this barbecue is dangerous and will void warranty.
• This barbecue shall not be used in enclosures as a heater. TOXIC fumes can
accumulate and cause asphyxiation.
• DO NOT use on or under balconies.
• Minimum clearance from sides and back of the unit to combustible construc-
tion is 60 inches (5 feet).
• DO NOT use this barbecue under any type of overhead or roof.
• DO NOT use in explosive atmosphere. Keep barbecue area clear and free from
combustible materials, kerosene and other ammable vapors and liquids.
• DO NOT keep aerosols and pressurized cans within 120 inches (10 feet) vicinity
of barbecue.
• DO NOT store or use gasoline or other ammable liquids or vapors within 25
feet (300 inches) of this barbecue.
• Inspect the griddle plate and hot plate before use.
• DO NOT use this barbecue unless it is COMPLETELY assembled and all parts
are securely fastened and tightened.
• Hot plate and griddle plate should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a
regular basis.
• DO NOT operate this barbecue without reading the instruction in the manual.
• To avoid burns, DO NOT touch hot metal parts of barbecue until they are com-
pletely cooled, unless you are wearing a protective gear.
• DO NOT use on wooden decks, wooden furniture or other combustible surfac-
es.
• This barbecue is NOT to be used in or on boats or recreational vehicles.
• DO NOT leave a lit barbecue unattended. Keep children and pets away from
barbecue at all times.
• In the event of an oil/grease re, DO NOT attempt to extinguish with water.
Use type BC dry chemical re extinguisher or smother with dirt, sand or baking
soda.
• Always empty the bottom bowl and grill after each use.
• Serious injury or damage to property may occur of the above is not followed.
ATTENTION!
CAUTION

5 feet/
60 inches
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POSITIONING YOUR HEX WIDE BASE
This barbecue is for outdoor use only, and should not be used in a building, garage or any
other enclosed area.
MINIMUM CLEARANCE
MINIMUM CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS:
Rear : 5 feet / 60 inches
Sides : 5 feet / 60 inches
Vertical / Above : 5 feet / 60 inches
5 feet/
60 inches
This barbecue is NOT intended for and should never be used as a heater within the
enclosed area. TOXIC fumes can accumulate and cause asphyxiation.
DO NOT use this barbecue in high winds.
WARNING
CAUTION
5 feet/
60 inches

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All cleaning should be done when the barbecue is cool and with ashes properly
disposed off.
This barbecue surface should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected on a regular basis.
Abrasive cleaners will damage the cooking surface. Select suitable abrasive cleaner
based on the cleaning surface.
CAUTION
ATTENTION
CLEANING AND CARE
BEFORE EACH USE
CLEANING SURFACES
STORAGE
Keep the hot plate and griddle plate clear from any combustible materials, gasoline
and other ammable vapors and liquids.
Ensure all cooking surfaces are prepared as per the food and hygiene standards
established by the local community or government.
1. Wait for grill to be fully cooled.
2. Wipe surface clean with mild detergent or baking soda mixed with water.
3. For stubborn stains, use a citrus-based degreaser and a nylon scrubbing brush.
4. Rinse/Wipe with water.
5. Wipe with a dry and clean cotton cloth.
6. Allow to air dry.
1. Wait for barbecue to be fully cooled.
2. Clean all surfaces.
3. Dispose off the ash and clean the dish-ends.
4. Cover the barbecue with the water proof cover and zip it up.
5. Place the barbecue on the storage and close it up for protection from weather.
MOVING YOUR HEX WIDE BASE
NEVER move or relocate a HOT barbecue.
Take support of lifting devices when you are lifting. This barbecue is constructed with
sturdy steel to last forever.
Maintain proper ergonomic lifting angle, if manually lifting the barbecue.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Always ensure that the barbecue is not in operation and is cool completely, before
attempting to relocate.
This barbecue is manufactured with a modular design technique. It can be moved easily
by dismantling the units and moving seperately.

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ASSEMBLE YOUR HEX WIDE BASE
UNBOXING
HEX WIDE BASE
1. Hex series of barbecues come with an international grade storage box. Please follow
the instruction carefully.
2. Remove the exterior packaging and protection material if any.
3. Check the labels for the correct position for opening the box.
4. Ensure that cover box is removed using support. Use lifting and hosting devices if
necessary.
5. Remove all packaging materials from the outside and inside of the barbecue. Peel
off the protective layer on the stone if applicable.
6. Clean the cooking hot plate and griddle plates as mentioned in cleaning and care.
Wipe off any excess residue.
7. Wipe out interior using a dry cloth. A microber cloth is recommended.
8. Assembly dish-end, hot plate and griddle plate as per instructions.
9. Season the hot plate and griddle plate as per instructions in SEASONING page.
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BEFORE FIRST USE
1. Read this manual completely.
2. Clean the cooking surfaces, refer cleaning and care.
3. Get to know the key features.
4. Season the hot plate and griddle plate.
5. Let’s cook now!!!
Acacia, Alder, Almond, Apricot, Black Wal-
nut, Birch, Cherry, Chokecherry, Citrus, Cot-
tonwood, Carb Apple, Grapefruit, Grapevine,
Hickory, Lemon, Lilac, Mesquite, Mulberry,
Nectarine, Oak, Orange, Peach, Pear, Pecan,
Persimmon, Plum, Walnut
CHOOSING YOUR FUEL AND METHOD OF IGNITION
SUITABLE WOOD TYPES
HEX series of barbecue are designed for rewood type fuel. Smoke is the third leg of
barbecue, with the other two being heat and time. Smoke is the ancient and time-hon-
oured way to add avor to anything you can cook.
Oak, Apple, Maple, Beech or Ash
RECOMMENDED FOR FLAVORED
COOKING OTHER USABLE WOODS
Woods to AVOID include cedar, elm, eucalyptus, pine, r, redwood, spruce and
sycamore.
It is important that the wood being used has been seasoned by allowing it to dry about
20% to 22% humidity content.
RECOVERED WOOD can be used as the fuel, but must be cut to the lengths and not
treated or painted. DO NOT burn ship board, plywood or MDF because they contain
chemical binders and adhesives. Recovered wood should be seasoned and stored the
same way as hardwood and softwood. DO NOT USE FUMIGATED WOODS.
CAUTION
ATTENTION
ATTENTION

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LIGHTING YOUR BARBECUE
HOW TO FIRE - UP YOUR OUTDOOR BARBECUE USING HARDWOOD
Lighting options for hardwood or softwood logs.
Option 1: Use ALL natural re starters generally used in kitchen and home.
1. Lay out the ash plate in the re bowl.
2. Stack kindling on the ash plate rst.
3. Cut softwood to length and stack on top of kindling. Softwood is optional, because
it lights quickly and burns hot, it will allow for a prolonged ignition which will help
the hardwood to light.
4. Chop hardwood into thin slices and stack on top of softwood.
5. Remove ash tray and load the igniter onto ash tray spaced evenly, light with a lighter.
6. Leave the re chamber open to allow oxygen to fuel the re. Monitor the re until
the hardwood is fully lit.
7. Once fully lit, ensure all precautionary measures are in place.
Option 2: Use a propane torch or butane lighter.
Option 3: USE parafn starter blockers or cudes that DO NOT contain any chemicals.
Option 4: Use twigs, paper and corrugate to get your re going.
NEVER USE any fuel accelerants, liquid lighting uid to start a re, or inside of the re
bowl.
NEVER USE any packaging materials to start a re, including, but not limited to;
polystrene, plastics or wood that has resin content.
NEVER USE hearth logs meant for a replace.
ENSURE proper safety is taken care.
Overlling your re chamber with wood can cause overheating and make managing
temperatures difcult.
NOTICE: Please follow and adhere to barbecue and replace rules and regulations
established by the local community or government.
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
CAUTION
WARNING

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TIPS FOR MAINTAING COOKING TEMPERATURES
SEASONING BEFORE USE
1. DO NOT EXCEED THE TEMPERATURE 250°C / 480° F IN THE FIRE BOWL
AT ANY TIME AS THIS CAN DAMAGE THE HOT PLATE AND VOID THE
WARRANTY.
2. Always preheat your barbecue to the correct cooking temperature and maintain
this temperature for atleast 10 minutes before introducing food. This allows the
temperature to stabilize.
3. Maintain cooking temperatures by adding a small amount of wood at a time.
Ensure that the re is maintained and that the temperatures are not falling before
proceeding.
1. Ensure that the cooking surfaces and griddle plate are positioned correctly inside
of the hot plate.
2. Position the re bowl and hot plate properly as per the instructions. Add hardwood
or softwood chunks into the re bowl. Recommended size of wood logs is not more
than 30 cm / 12” inches. It is ideal to cut hardwood into thinner pieces to encourage
faster ignition.
3. Ensure that the ash plate is in position in the re bowl.
4. Light up the re using the suitable ignition method.
5. Thoroughly wipe the hot plate and griddle plate with hot soapy water. Clean the hot
plate and griddle plate using dry cloth or paper towel to remove water. This is help-
ful to remove the coating of wax or oil that may have been applied to the plate to
protect it during shipping.
6. Once the temperature crosses 100°C / 210°F, add a small amount of vegetables sh-
ortening or lard to the plate, wiping all over the pan using tongs and a clean rag.
7. Now heat the hot plate and griddle plate to 150°C / 300°F. Wisps of smoke will start
to rise from the pan, and the pan will start to change colour to a brownish hue.
8. Lightly coat the cooking side canola oil or a cooking oil spray, rub in with a paper
towel until there is no more loose dirt/black coming off the barbecue. (DO NOT use
olive oil, butter or magarine for seasoning)
9. Heat until the fat beging to liquefy. The hot plate should turn pale black. The plate
10. Remove the hot plate from the heat, wipe away any excess oil, and let the seasoned
surfaces cool.
11. After the hot plate is cooled enough to touch, wipe it clean with a dry paper towel.
Cleaning and seasoning of your outdoor barbecue is essential to its proper operation.
NOTE: How much hardwood you will require depending on the size of the pieces being
used and the t if these pieces on top of the kindling and the re bowl. Don’t worry, you
can add more wood if required.
NOTE: Some hot plates may need a second or third coating before they are fully
seasoned. Season accordingly.
CAUTION
will be very hot, so to be sure to use barbecue mitts and gloves.

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RE-SEASONING
MAINTENANCE OF YOUR OUTDOOR BARBECUE
CLEANING THE FIRE BOWL AND ASH PLATE
Hot plates, griddle plates and cooking surfaces should be re-seasoned when necessary
they will last much longer if they are re-seasoned when they need it.
DO NOT allow the cooking surfaces to build up with stains and grease. It is much
harder to clean the surface that has been neglected for a long period of time, and much
easier to perform maintenance on a regular basis.
1. Hot plate, griddle plate and cooking surfaces shall be re-seasoned if not used for
more than 2 months, or hot plate turns grey or if any rust has formed or if food sticks
to the surface.
2. Simply repeat the seasoning process and enjoy the cooking.
1. The cooking surfaces should be cleaned periodically with products that are suitable
to stainless steel and glass. DO NOT use abrasive products or chemical cleaners, as
these could scratch all surfaces and affect the cooking.
2. Always clean off residue from cleaners and followed by drying surfaces with a soft,
micro ber cloth.
3. To eliminate the more persistent stains, it is advised to clean by heating up to
suitable temperatures.
4. When the barbecue has cooled completely, it is necessary to remove the residual
ash using a damp sponge or cloth.
This barbecue is designed in an innovative modular technique making maintenance a
very easy task.
It is necessary to empty the ash plate at the end of every cooking cycle. When the embers
are fully extinguished and the barbecue is cooled completely, remove the ash plate and
empty contents.
WARNING
ATTENTION
ALWAYS wait for the barbecue to completely cool before attempting to remove ASH
TRAY. Once cooled ashes can be disposed of into compost.
BEFORE ASSEMBLING THE BARBECUE, READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CAREFULLY, THIS BARBECUE IS HEAVY. TWO PEOPLE ARE RECOMMENDED
TO COMPLETE ASSEMBLY.
CAUTION
CAUTION

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