Beef Eater BMG1641SA 1600 Series Stainless Steel 4 Burner BBQ and Trolley Instruction Manual
- June 12, 2024
- Beef Eater
Table of Contents
Assembly and Operating Instructions 
1600 SERIES
TROLLEY MODELS BMG1641SA, BMG1651SA,
BMG1641DA & BMG1651DA
FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY
AUSTRALIA / NEW ZEALAND
CONGRATULATIONS
Dear Customer,
Congratulations and thank you for choosing our barbecue.
We are sure you will find it a pleasure to use. Before you use the barbecue,
we recommend that you read through the relevant sections of this manual, as
well as the built-in manual to get a full understanding of your appliance and
itsfunctions.
To avoid the risks that are always present when you use an appliance, it is
important that the appliance is installed correctly and that you read the
safety instructions carefully to avoid misuse and hazards.
We recommend that you keep both instruction booklets for future reference and
pass it on to any future owners.
After unpacking the appliance, please check it is not damaged. If in doubt, do
not use the appliance but contact your local customer care centre.
This appliance complies with requirements of Australian Standards AS5263.
Conditions of use
These important notes apply to your appliance, failure to adhere to these
conditions of use may affect your ability to make a claim under the
manufacture’s warranty.
- This appliance must be serviced only by a qualified licenced person.
- This product is intended for personal, domestic or household use only, not commercial use.
- This product is intended for outdoor use only.
- This product must be installed, operated and maintained as per the instructions.
Please ensure you read both instruction manuals fully before you call for
service, or a full service fee could be applicable.
Record model and serial number here:
Model number: ………………………………………………………………..
Serial number: ………………………………………………………………..
PNC: ………………………………………………………………………………
Please read the user manual carefully and store in a handy place for later
reference.
The symbols you will see in this booklet have these meanings:
WARNING
This symbol indicates information concerning your personal safety.
CAUTION
This symbol indicates information on how to avoid damaging the appliance.
IMPORTANT
This symbol indicates tips and information about use of the appliance.
ENVIRONMENT
This symbol indicates tips and information about economical and ecological use
of the appliance.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION THAT MAY IMPACT YOUR MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY
Adherence to the directions for use in this manual is extremely important for
health and safety. Failure to strictly adhere to the requirements in this
manual may result in personal injury, property damage and affect your ability
to make a claim under the BeefEater manufacturer’s warranty provided with your
product. Products must be used, installed and operated in accordance with this
manual. You may not be able to claim on the BeefEater manufacturer’s warranty
in the event that your product fault is due to
failure to adhere this manual.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Please read the user manuals carefully and store in a handy place for later
reference.
IMPORTANT
Important – check for any damages or marks
If you find the barbecue is damaged or marked, you must report it within 7
days if you wish to claim for damage/ marks under the manufacturer’s warranty.
This does not affect your statutory rights.
ENVIRONMENT
Information on disposal for users
- Most of the packing materials are recyclable. Please dispose of those materials through your local recycling depot or by placing them in appropriate collection containers.
- If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities and ask for the correct method of disposal.
WARNING
This appliance must be serviced only by a qualified licensed person.
Improper installation, adjustment, alteration or maintenance can cause injury
or property damage and may affect your ability to claim under the
manufacturer’s warranty.
Please contact your nearest BeefEater Service Department for additional
information or assistance from an approved installer.
Notes to the installer
- After the barbecue is removed from the packaging take care to protect the gas hose connection from damage.
- Wear gloves when assembling the barbecue to protect yourhands from cuts
- This manual must remain with the owner for future reference.
WARNING
- Do not lean over barbecue when lighting.
- Do not leave the barbecue unattended when alight.
- Do not delay lighting once the gas has been turned on.
- Do not store or use aerosol cans in the vicinity of the barbecue.
- Do not store or use flammable liquids or flammable materials in the vicinity of this barbecue.
- Do not use caustic or abrasive based cleaners on the barbecue.
- Do not attempt to dismantle or adjust the control valves.
- Do not attempt to dismantle or adjust the regulator.
- Do not test for leaks with a naked flame.
- Do not modify the construction of this appliance or modify the injector orifice size.
- Do not place articles on or against this appliance
- Do not obstruct any ventilation of the barbecue.
- Do not allow children to operate or play near the barbecue.
Failure to adhere to the above warnings may cause injury or property damage
and affect your ability to make a claim under the manufacturer’s warranty.
CAUTION
This appliance is set up for LPG gas and is labelled accordingly. A natural
gas conversion kit is available as an accessory if required. Conversion of
this unit to natural gas must be carried out by a qualified licensed person
and a Certificate of Compliance must be issued to the owner at the completion
of the installation and conversion.
IMPORTANT
BeefEater Barbecues are approved for OUTDOOR USE ONLY and must not be used in
a building, garage or any other enclosed area.
- BeefEater Barbecues must not be used inside recreational vehicles or boats.
- Read instructions thoroughly before operating this Barbecue.
- Save this manual for future reference.
- Always use the Barbecue on a flat, level surface.
- Some foods produce flammable fats and juices. Regular cleaning is essential.
- Attend an operating barbecue at all times. Damage caused by fat & grease fires is not covered by warranty.
- When not in use keep Barbecue dry and covered.
WARNING
If you smell gas:
- Shut off gas to the appliance.
- Extinguish any open flame.
- Open hood.
- If odour continues, immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department.
For your safety
- Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapours or liquids in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
- An LPG cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any other appliance.
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1 4 burner barbecue BMG1641 shown
2 Left hand side table
3 Separation panel
4 Side panel LH
5 Side panel support LH and RH
6 Brace
7 Door LH| 8 Base panel
9 Right hand side burner
10 Rear panel
11 Side panel RH
12 Door RH
13 Locking castors x 2
14 Castors x 2
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PRODUCT DIMENSIONS
ASSEMBLING THE BARBECUE
First
fit lower door pin into the hole on the base assembly. Then depress the upper
door pin with your finger, line up with the hole above on the separator panel,
and release to allow the pin into the hole.
Remove the grease tray, then carefully lift the barbecue onto the
trolley with two people, inserting the gas connector into the hole as
shown.
Install the solid plate and grill/s in one of the below
configuration options, in order to keep the fat drainage hole from being
placed directly above a burner. For easier installation, place the solid plate
first, followed by the grill plates.
For 4 burner models:
Plate and grill removal
The plate and grill may be removed for cleaning following below steps:
First lift up the grill from the centre edge as pictured, then
remove the solid plate (and 2nd grill if fitted) for cleaning.
IMPORTANT
After completing the gas hose connections, conduct a leak test following the
leak test procedure before using the appliance.
WARNING
To ensure gas tight connections, complete the gas leak test procedure before
and after gas hose connection and after every reconnection of the gas
cylinder. Failure to do so may result in a fire or explosion.
Leak test procedure
- Ensure all gas valves are in the ‘OFF’ position.
- In a small container, mix a solution of water and detergent or soap.
- After connection of the hose, turn on the gas supply at the gas bottle.
- Using a brush, apply the solution to all gas connection points and look for bubbles forming.
- Bubbling will indicate a leak.
- Turn off the gas supply and re-tighten the joint. Repeat the leak test.
- If the leak persists, turn off the gas at the bottle and contact a licensed gas fitter to correct.
SIDE BURNER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Control functions
Before lighting the side burner:
- Check that all hoses and gas fittings are tight
- Open the roasting hood
- Check all control knobs are in the ‘OFF’ position
- Ensure that the cooking surfaces are clean
- Turn the gas isolation valve ‘ON’
Lighting instructions
WARNING
- Do not close the lid with the side burner lit
- Do not attempt to light the burner with the lid closed
- To light the burner, depress the knob and rotate to . The starter mechanism will click and the burner will light
- If the burner did not light, depress the knob and turn back to the ‘OFF’ position
- Allow several minutes for gas to disperse then repeat lighting procedure
- Once ignited, the knob can then be turned to the desired heat setting. The knob does not need to be pushed in while selecting the heat setting
Manual lighting
- In the event of the automatic ignition system not working, the barbecue can be lit manually
- Position the manual igniter next to the burner. Depress the knob and rotate to ‘HIGH’
- The burner should light
- Do not attempt to manually light the burner for more than 5 seconds
- If the burner did not light, depress the knob and turn back to the ‘OFF’ position
- Allow several minutes for gas to disperse then repeat lighting procedure
Using cookware on the side burner
Do not use oversized cookware or place cookware offcentre over the burner as
this can cause high temperatures in control knob and surrounding panels.
Cookware should not exceed 200mm in diameter, the use of larger cookware may
cause damage to the appliance and is not covered under warranty.
GAS SPECIFICATIONS AND MOBILE RESTRAINT
| Gas Type| | Natural Gas| | | Universal LPG|
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Injector orifice
diameter –
barbecue
burner| BMG1641SA| | | 1.80| | | | 1.10|
BMG1651SA| | | 1.80| | | | 1.10|
BMG1641DA| | | 1.90| | | | 1.15|
BMG1651DA| | | 1.90| | | | 1.15|
Injector orifice diameter – side burner| | | 1.80| | | | 1.15|
Gas consumption| Barbecue burners| 4| 5| 4| 5| 4| 5| 4| 5
Side burners| | No| | Yes| | No| | Yes
BMG1641SA
Total Gas Consumption (M.I/h)
| 60| 75| 75| 90| 60| 75| 76| 91
BMG1651SA
Total Gas Consumption (M.1/1-)
| 60| 75| 75| 90| 60| 75| 76| 91
BMG1641DA
Total Gas Consumption (MlTh)
| 68| 85| 83| 100| 68| 85| 84| 101
BMG1651DA
Total Gas Consumption (MlTh)
| 68| 85| 83| 100| 68| 85| 84| 101
Regulator Pressure (kPa)| | | 1.00| | | | 2.75|
Mobile restraint with hose assembly
When the mobile barbecue is connected to a fixed gas supply via a flexible
hose connection, a retraining tether of adequate strength shall be fixed to
the appliance and be suitable to be fixed to the wall within 50mm of each
connection point. The retaining tether must be less than 80% of the gas hose
length.
IMPORTANT
For further information on:
- GAS SPECIFICATIONS
- LPG INSTALLATION
- NATURAL GAS INSTALLATION
- OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
- COOKING INSTRUCTIONS
- CLEANING AND CARE
- TROUBLESHOOTING
- CLEARANCE TO COMBUSTIBLE CONSTRUCTION AND LOCATION OF THE APPLIANCE.
REFER TO BUILT-IN INSTRUCTION MANUAL
WARRANTY
Warranty
FOR SALES IN AUSTRALIA AND NEW ZEALAND APPLIANCE: BEEFEATER 1600 SERIES BBQ
This document sets out the terms and conditions of the product warranties for
BeefEater 1600 series BBQ. It is an important document. Please keep it with
your proof of purchase documents in a safe place for future reference should
there be a manufacturing defect in your Appliance. This warranty is in
addition to other rights you may have under the Australian Consumer Law.
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In this warranty:
(a) ‘ACL’ or ‘Australian Consumer Law’ means Schedule 2 to the Competition and Consumer Act 2010;
(b) ‘Appliance’ means any Electrolux product purchased by you and accompanied by this document;
(c) ‘ASC’ means Electrolux’s authorised serviced centres;
(d) ‘BeefEater’ is the brand controlled by Electrolux Home Products Pty Ltd of 163 O’Riordan Street, Mascot NSW 2020, ABN 51 004 762 341 in respect of Appliances purchased in Australia and Electrolux (NZ) Limited (collectively “Electrolux”) of 3-5 Niall Burgess Road, Mount Wellington, in respect of Appliances purchased in New Zealand; warranty;
(f) ‘you’ means the purchaser of the Appliance not having purchased the Appliance for re-sale, and ‘your’ has a corresponding meaning. -
Application: This warranty only applies to new Appliances, purchased and used in Australia or New Zealand and is in addition to (and does not exclude, restrict, or modify in any way) other rights and remedies under a law to which the Appliances or services relate, including any nonexcludable statutory guarantees in Australia and New Zealand.
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Warranty Period: Subject to these terms and conditions, this warranty continues for in Australia for a period of 24 months and in New Zealand for a period of 24 months, following the date of original purchase of the defects in Australia and New Zealand for the periods listed below;
• Burner Box – Further 3 years. -
Repair or replace warranty: During the Warranty Period, Electrolux or its ASC will, at no extra charge if your Appliance is readily accessible for service, without special equipment and subject to these terms and conditions, repair or replace any parts which it considers to be defective.
Electrolux may, in its absolute discretion, choose whether the remedy ASC may use refurbished parts to repair your Appliance. You agree that any replaced Appliances or parts become the property of Electrolux. -
Travel and transportation costs: Subject to clause 7, Electrolux will bear the reasonable cost of transportation, travel and delivery of the Appliance to and from Electrolux or its ASC. Travel and transportation will be arranged by Electrolux as part of any valid warranty claim.
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Proof of purchase is required before you can make a claim under this warranty.
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Exclusions: You may not make a claim under this warranty unless the defect claimed is due to faulty or defective parts or workmanship. This warranty does not cover:
(a) light globes, batteries, filters or similar perishable parts;
(b) parts and Appliances not supplied by Electrolux;
(c) cosmetic damage which does not affect the operation of the Appliance;
(d) damage to the Appliance caused by:
(i) negligence or accident;
(ii) misuse or abuse, including failure to properly maintain or service;
(iii) improper, negligent or faulty servicing or repair works done by anyone other than an Electrolux authorised repairer or ASC;
(iv) normal wear and tear;
(v) power surges, electrical storm damage or incorrect power supply;
(vi) incomplete or improper installation;
(vii) incorrect, improper or inappropriate operation;
(viii) insect or vermin infestation;
(ix) failure to comply with any additional instructions supplied with the Appliance;
In addition, Electrolux is not liable under this warranty if:
(a) the Appliance has been, or Electrolux reasonably believes that the Appliance has been, used for purposes other than those for which the Appliance was intended, including where the Appliance has been used for any non-domestic purpose;
(b) the Appliance is modified without authority from Electrolux in writing;
(c) the Appliance’s serial number or warranty seal has been removed or defaced. -
How to claim under this warranty: To enquire about claiming under this warranty, please follow these steps:
(a) carefully check the operating instructions, user manual and the terms of this warranty;
(b) have the model and serial number of the Appliance available;
(c) have the proof of purchase (e.g. an invoice) available;
(d) telephone the numbers shown below. -
Australia: For Appliances and services provided by Electrolux in Australia: Electrolux goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the Appliance repaired or replaced if the Appliance fails to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure. ‘Acceptable quality’ and ‘major failure’ have the same meaning as referred to in the ACL.
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New Zealand: For Appliances and services provided by Electrolux in New Zealand, the Appliances come with a guarantee by Electrolux pursuant to the provisions of the Consumer Guarantees Act, the Sale of Goods Act and the Fair Trading Act. Where the Appliance was purchased in New Zealand for commercial purposes the Consumer Guarantee Act does not apply.
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Confidentiality: You accept that if you make a warranty claim, Electrolux and its agents including ASC may exchange information in relation to you to enable Electrolux to meet its obligations under this warranty.
Important Notice
Before calling for service, please ensure that the steps listed in clause 8
above have been followed.
AUSTRALIA| FOR SERVICE or to find the address of your nearest authorised
service centre in Australia PLEASE CALL 1300 307 939 For the cost of a local
call| FOR SPARE PARTS or to find the address of your nearest spare parts
centre in Australia PLEASE CALL 13 13 50 For the cost of a local call
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NEW ZEALAND| FOR SERVICE or to find the address of your nearest authorised
service centre in New Zealand PLEASE CALL 0800 10 66 10| FOR SPARE PARTS or to
find the address of your nearest spare parts centre in New Zealand PLEASE CALL
0800 10 66 20
Contact us if you need more help
AUSTRALIA
phone: 1300 307 939
email: [email protected]
web: beefeaterbbq.com
NEW ZEALAND
phone: 0800 436 245
email: [email protected]
web: beefeaterbbq.com