OUTDOORCHEF Australia 325 G Gas Barbecue User Guide

SWISS GRILL INNOVATION

AUSTRALIAN BARBECUE
MANUAL
AUSTRALIA 315 G
AUSTRALIA 325 G
AUSTRALIA 415 G
AUSTRALIA 425 G
AUSTRALIA 455 G

USER GUIDE
Please read these instructions carefully before using your OUTDOORCHEF Gas Barbecue.

IMPORTANT:

First of all, make a note of the serial number of your gas barbecue on the back of this user guide. Depending on the barbecue model, you will find the number on the data sticker that is either on the barbecue frame or the base plate.

The article number and name of your gas barbecue are printed on the welcome card included in the document folder.
The serial number and article number are important to allow straightforward handling of inquiries, spare part orders, and any warranty claims. Keep the user guide in a safe place. It contains important information about safety, operation, and maintenance.
Read this user guide before starting to use the device. Keep the user guide in a safe place. It contains important information about safety, operation, and maintenance.

IMPORTANT FOR YOUR SAFETY

Anyone who operates the barbecue must know and follow the ignition process precisely. Children are not allowed to use the barbecue. Follow the assembly instructions in the set-up instructions precisely. Incorrect assembly can have dangerous consequences. Do not position any flammable liquids, materials, or spare gas bottles in the vicinity of the barbecue. Never set up the barbecue or the gas bottle(s) in enclosed rooms without ventilation.
Please read these instructions carefully before using your gas barbecue. The barbecue is only allowed to be used outdoors, and it is necessary to maintain a safety clearance of at least 1.5 m from flammable objects.

GAS BOTTLES

Only gas bottles with a maximum net weight of 8 kg are allowed to be placed on the base plate. Position the bottle in the place provided, see set-up instructions. Please make sure there are no leaking screw connections.
CHECK FOR LEAKS before use and after each gas bottle change. Gas bottles are not allowed to be exposed to a temperature of more than 50° C, and must never be stored in an enclosed room or basement. Comply with and follow the safety regulations that are indicated on the gas bottles used.
NOTE: Check whether the pressure regulator and gas bottle are approved for use in your country. Use only gas bottles that comply with the applicable national standard. The different sealing systems mean that any discrepancy in the pressure regulator and gas bottle systems will prevent the secure closure of the seal. This could result in leakages of gas which could then be ignited by an open fire or a spark. For safety and liability reasons, in all cases, we recommend checking gas barbecues intended for sale and, if required, adapting the pressure regulator and gas hose according to national regulations or arranging for this work to be performed.

SAFETY NOTES

This user guide must be kept by the owner and be close at hand at all times.
Take the barbecue into operation in accordance with the INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIGHTING chapter.

•  „Use outdoors only“

• „Read the instructions before using the appliance“

•  „WARNING: accessible parts may be very hot. Keep young children away.“

•  „This appliance must be kept away from flammable materiels during use“

• „Do not move the appliance during use“

•  „Turn off the gas supply at the gas cylinder after use“

•  Never use the barbecue under a canopy.

•  Do not push appliances with castor wheels over uneven surfaces or steps.

•  Make sure the drip drawer is always fully closed and engaged during use.

• Wear protective gloves when you touch hot parts.

• After grilling, always turn the gas regulating knob to the ****positions and close the gas supply at the gas bottle.

• When changing the gas bottle, make sure that the gas regulating knob is in the **position and the gas supply is closed at the gas bottle.
  IMPORTANT:** No sources of ignition are permitted to be in the vicinity

• After connecting a new gas bottle, check the connection parts in accordance with the instructions in CHECKING FOR LEAKS.

• If you suspect that parts are leaking, turn the gas regulating knob to the ****positions and close the gas supply at the gas bottle. Have the parts that carry gas checked at a specialist gas equipment retailer.

• Renew the gas hose immediately if it is damaged or displays signs of wear. The hose must be free from kinks and must not have any cracks. Do not forget to switch off the gas regulating knob and the gas supply before you remove the hose.

• Renew the hose and the gas pressure regulator after it has been in use for 3 years from the date of purchase. Make sure that the gas pressure regulator and the hose are in accordance with the corresponding EN standards.

• The recommended length of the gas hose is 90 cm, and it must not be longer than 150 cm.

• Never block the air intake slots in the housing or the air slots in the lid. The ventilation openings in the gas bottle compartment must never be closed or covered.

• Do not modify the appliance’ Contact a specialist if you suspect there is a malfunction.

• The barbecue is supplied with the appropriate gas hose and gas pressure regulator. It is essential to keep the gas hose away from the hot outside surfaces of the barbecue. The hose is not allowed to be twisted. On barbecue models that have a hose guide, it is essential for the hose to be secured in this guide.

• The hose and regulator are in accordance with the particular national regulations and EN standards.

• Contact a specialist gas equipment retailer if full power is not achieved and you suspect there may be a blockage in the gas supply.

• Only use the barbecue on firm, secure ground. Never place the barbecue on wooden floors or other flammable surfaces while it is in use. Keep the barbecue away from flammable materials.

• In devices with granite work surfaces, avoid exposing the surface to a temperature shock

• Do not store the barbecue in the vicinity of highly inflammable liquids or materials.

• If you store the barbecue indoors over winter, it is essential for the gas bottle to be removed. It should always be stored in a well-ventilated location that is inaccessible to children.

• Before using the barbecue, make sure you select a location that affords the greatest possible protection against the wind.

• When the barbecue is not in use, and once it has cooled down fully, protect it against the effects of the weather using a cover. Covers can be purchased from your barbecue retailer.

• Remove the cover after heavy rain in order to avoid condensation build-up.

CHECKING FOR LEAKS

WARNING : No sources of ignition are permitted to be in the vicinity during the leak test. This also includes smoking. Never check for leaks with a burning match or a naked flame, and always do this task outdoors.

1.  The gas regulating knob must be in the ****position.
2. Open the gas supply at the bottle and brush a soap solution comprising 50 % liquid soap and 50 % water onto all parts that carry gas (connection at the gas bottle/gas pressure regulator/gas hose/gas inlet/connection on the valve). You can also use a leak spray.
3. Bubbles forming in the soap solution indicate there are leaks. IMPORTANT: Do not use the barbecue before all leaks have been eliminated. Close the gas supply at the gas bottle.
4. Eliminate the leaks by retightening the connections if possible, or else renewing the defective parts.
5. Repeat steps 1 and 2.
6. Contact your specialist gas equipment retailer if the leaks cannot be eliminated.
   

NOTE: Carry out the CHECK FOR LEAKS each time after the gas bottle is connected or changed, and also at the start of the barbecue season.
EXPLANATION OF THE SYMBOLS ON THE OPERATING CONSOLE
Heat settings and lighting

| : Off position
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| : Low power
| : Medium power
| : Full power
| : Ignition
| : Igniter

BEFORE FIRST USE

1. Clean all parts that come into contact with foodstuffs.
2. Check all parts that carry gas, as described in the CHECKING FOR LEAKS chapter. Also, do this if your gas barbecue was delivered already assembled by the retailer.
3. Let the barbecue burn for about 20–25 minutes at the setting.
4. Make sure that the drip collector tray has been pushed in fully. This also applies to the normal use of the barbecue.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIGHTING
NOTE: It is not always necessary to use all burners. This depends on the type of cooking and the amount of food.
IGNITING THE MAIN BURNERS
(AUSTRALIA 315 G / AUSTRALIA 325 G / AUSTRALIA 415 G / AUSTRALIA 425 G / AUSTRALIA 455 G)

1.  Make sure that all connections between the gas hose, the gas pressure regulator, and the gas bottle are firmly tightened. (Follow the instruction in the CHECKING FOR LEAKS chapter.)
2.  Open the barbecue lid. CAUTION: Never light the barbecue when the lid is closed.
3. Open the gas supply at the gas bottle.
4.  Press the gas regulating knob and turn it anticlockwise to the setting. Press the black ignition button and hold it until the spark catches and the gas is burning.
5. If the gas does not light within 3 seconds, set the gas regulating knob to ****Wait 2 minutes to allow the un-combusted gas to dissipate. Then repeat points 2 to 4.
6.  If it is not possible to light the barbecue after 3 attempts, check the causes (as described in the TROUBLESHOOTING section).
7.  The burners must be taken into operation from left to right

LIGHTING THE SIDE BURNER
(AUSTRALIA 325 G / AUSTRALIA 425 G / AUSTRALIA 455 G)

1.  Make sure that all connections between the gas hose, the gas pressure regulator, and the gas bottle are firmly tightened. (Follow the instruction in the CHECKING FOR LEAKS chapter.)

2.  Remove the granite cover from the side burner in the AUSTRALIA 455 G and place it in the holder provided under the right-hand side shelf,
   or open the cover plate at the side burner in the AUSTRALIA 325 G or AUSTRALIA 425 G.

3.  CAUTION: Never light the barbecue when the granite cover or the cover plate is closed.

4.  Open the gas supply at the gas bottle.

5. Press the gas regulating knob marked SIDE BURNER and turn it anticlockwise to the setting. Press the ignition button and hold it until the spark catches and the gas is burning.

6. If the gas does not light within 3 seconds, set the gas regulating knob to **** Wait 2 minutes to allow the un-combusted gas to dissipate. Then repeat points 2 to 4.

7. If it is not possible to light the side burner after 3 attempts, search for the causes (as described in the TROUBLESHOOTING section).

8. Do not cover the side burner with the granite cover until it has completely cooled down (only AUSTRALIA 455 G model), and do not close the cover plate until it has completely cooled down (only AUSTRALIA 325 G or AUSTRALIA 425 G models).

IGNITING THE INFRARED BURNER (POWER BURNER OF THE AUSTRALIA 455 G)
CAUTION: Do not use the infrared burner when the lid is closed.

1. Make sure that all connections between the gas hose, the gas pressure regulator, and the gas bottle are firmly tightened. (Follow the instruction in the CHECKING FOR LEAKS chapter.)
2. Open the barbecue lid. CAUTION: Never ignite the barbecue with the lid closed, and never place the griddle over the infrared burner. The results could be discoloration of the lid and deformation of the griddle.
3. Open the gas supply at the gas bottle.
4. Press the gas regulating knob marked POWER BURNER and turn it anticlockwise to the setting. Press the ignition button and hold it until the spark catches and the gas is burning.
5.  If the gas does not light within 3 seconds, set the gas regulating knob to ****Wait 2 minutes to allow the un-combusted gas to dissipate. Then repeat points 2 to 4.
6. If it is not possible to light the infrared burner after 3 attempts, search for the causes (as described in the TROUBLESHOOTING section).

THE AUSTRALIAN BARBECUE SYSTEM FROM OUTDOOR CHEF

Australia is famous for its magnificent barbecues. The A-LINE from OUTDOORCHEF is equally magnificent. It offers high-quality and reliable products. A large working area is provided on a robust, easily maneuverable chassis. The indestructible cast-iron burners store the heat and distribute it evenly within the grilling chamber. Thanks to an integrated thermometer, it is possible to check the temperature at any time, while flame hoods specially developed for this barbecue system protect the food to be grilled against
flare-ups.
DIRECT HEAT

For direct grilling and cooking: Place the food to be grilled over the switched-on burners.

INDIRECT HEAT

For indirect grilling, cooking, and baking: Place the food to be grilled in the middle, close the lid and only ignite the two outer burners.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR USING THE AUSTRALIAN BARBECUE WITH GAS
It couldn‘t be simpler:

1. Preheat the barbecue with its lid closed for about 10-15 minutes at the setting.
2.  Place the food to be grilled on the grilling rack or the griddle and adjust the temperature as required –
3.  RECOMMENDATION: Only use one burner if there is only a small amount of food to be grilled. Grilling with the lid closed reduces the grilling time and gas consumption.
4. After grilling, always set the gas regulating knob to the ****position. Then close the gas supply at the gas bottle. The bottle tap must be 0 closed even on empty bottles.

GRILLING WITH THE INFRARED BURNER

1. Preheat the barbecue with its LID OPEN for about 5 minutes at the setting.
2. Place the food to be grilled on the grilling rack. The infrared burner is suitable for flash-grilling.
3.   CAUTION : Do not use the infrared burner with the lid closed, and do not place the griddle over the infrared burner. The results could be discoloration of the lid and deformation of the griddle.
4. After grilling, always set the gas regulating knob to the ****position. Then close the gas supply at the gas bottle. The bottle tap must be closed even on empty bottles.

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AFTER GRILLING

1.  Set the gas regulating knob of each burner to ****
2. Close the gas supply at the gas bottle.
3. Allow the barbecue to cool down fully and clean it.
4. Protect the barbecue with the corresponding cover.

CLEANING

Only very minor cleaning is required between uses of the barbecue because most of the grease either evaporates or is gathered in the collecting tray. For cleaning the grilling rack and the griddle, use a barbecue brush with brass bristles (not steel bristles). For more thorough cleaning, use the OUTDOORCHEF BARBECUE CLEANER. Alternatively, you can use a nylon kitchen sponge and soapy water in order to remove all loose residues. Remove the grilling rack and the griddle, and clean the cast-iron burners.
There is no need to clean the infrared burner because the grease vaporizes immediately during grilling.
In the end, you can pull out the collecting tray, empty it and clean it with the OUTDOORCHEF BARBECUE-CLEANER.
IMPORTANT: If you use a cleaning agent for cleaning, you must allow the barbecue to dry out correctly after cleaning. To accelerate the drying procedure,
you can switch on the barbecue and let it operate for a few minutes at stage (insert graphic 3 flames) with the lid open
USING THE OUTDOORCHEF BARBECUE-CLEANER
IMPORTANT : The barbecue is not allowed to be operating while the OUTDOORCHEF BARBECUE-CLEANER is being used. Wear gloves to protect
your hands and, if possible, glasses to shield your eyes. Thoroughly spray the barbecue or accessories while they are still slightly warm, and allow the
product to work for 15–30 minutes. Spray dirty surfaces again, thoroughly rinse with water and allow to dry.
WARNING : The OUTDOORCHEF Barbecue Cleaner should not be used on powder- coated surfaces.

MAINTENANCE

Regular maintenance of your barbecue will ensure it functions correctly. At least twice a year, check all parts that carry gas; also check them after long periods of storage. Spiders and other insects can cause blockages that must be cleared before use. If the barbecue is regularly pushed across uneven ground, check from time to time whether all screws are still tight.
If you have not used the barbecue for a long period, you should carry out a CHECK FOR LEAKS before using it again. If you have any doubts, please contact your gas supplier or the retailer.
To prevent damage due to corrosion, oil all metal parts before lengthy storage.
Following lengthy storage, and at least once a year during the barbecue season, you should check the gas hose for cracks, kinks, and other damage. A damaged gas hose must be renewed immediately, as described in the SAFETY NOTES chapter.
To allow you to enjoy using your barbecue for as long as possible, protect it from the effects of the weather using a suitable OUTDOORCHEF cover once it has cooled down completely. Remove the cover after rain in order to prevent condensation build-up. Covers can be purchased from your barbecue retailer.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The burner does not light:

• Check if the gas supply is open at the gas bottle.
•  Make sure there is enough gas in the bottle.
• Check if sparks are passing between the electrode and the burner.

No spark:

• Make sure that the battery has been inserted correctly (in barbecues with electric ignition).
• The distance between the burner and electrode is only allowed to be 5–8 mm.
•  Check whether the cables of the electric ignition and the electrode are plugged in and firmly connected.
• Insert a new battery (type AA, LR02, 1.5 volts) in the electric ignition (in barbecues with electric ignition).

Please contact the retailer if you cannot get the barbecue to operate with reference to the measures above.

CONSUMER WARRANTY

1. Warranty and relation to other rights of the purchaser
As a private end-user (consumer) purchasing this OUTDOORCHEF product from an authorized dealer, you are eligible to receive a manufacturer’s warranty from Outdoorchef AG (“OC”).
The manufacturer’s warranty entitles you to assert warranty claims against the warranty provider in accordance with this agreement. The warranty claims exist in addition to your other contractual or statutory rights. These other rights are not excluded or restricted by this warranty. Therefore, you can also assert other contractual or statutory claims against the respective obligated parties. Thus, for example, claims asserted under the Product Liability Act are not affected by this guarantee. As the purchaser, you may in particular also assert contractual warranty claims against the seller. The reversal of the purchase contract, for example, can only be pursued against the seller, but not against OC under this warranty.
2. Participants and warranty conditions
The warranty provider is OC. All end customers who purchase a new product from an authorized dealer for private purposes are eligible for the warranty. Proof of purchase shall be the purchase receipt. A purchase for private use means the product is purchased by a person for purposes that are, for the most part, not associated with either their commercial or their independent vocational activities. If it becomes recognized that a warranty claim must be made, said warranty claim must be asserted against the warranty provider within two months. Otherwise, the warranty claim will be excluded. For obvious defects, this limitation period begins upon receipt of the product.
OC, therefore, recommends that you check the product for defects immediately upon receipt.
3. Scope
The warranty is valid from the date of purchase and is granted in the following cases, provided that no exclusion of facts exists pursuant to Paragraph 4:

•  3 years on the enameled kettle (bottom part and lid) against corrosion perforation
• 3 years on the enameled barbecue grid against corrosion perforation or burn-through
•  3 years on all stainless steel parts against corrosion perforation or burn-through
•  Faults in the enamel coating prior to first use
•  2 years on all remaining manufacturing/material defects

Imperfections that are not considered to be defects include functionally insignificant and reasonable irregularities, differences in the color of enameling, and minor defects such as production-related support points at the lower edge of the lid or on the suspensions. In a warranty case, OC will exchange and replace, at the purchaser’s request, either the damaged/defective parts or the entire product. As far as is reasonable, an exchange can be made for a similar model of a newer design, e.g. for a successor model. Insofar as the functionality of the roduct is not affected by a defect and to an extent reasonable for you as the customer, appropriate financial compensation can be offered to you in lieu of repair.
During the processing of a warranty claim (verification and possibly replacement), the purchaser shall not be entitled to assert a claim for a replacement or other compensation against OC. Undertaking warranty services does not mean that the warranty period is extended or restarted. Exchanged parts become the property of OC. The warranty period will only start again if the product is replaced.
Any further claims against the warranty provider are not covered by this warranty. However, this does not restrict or exclude your claims on other legal grounds (see also Section 1 above).
4. Exclusion
The warranty shall not apply in the following cases:
• Normal wear and tear resulting from normal (intended) use, especially to general wear parts such as funnel, flame cover, burner, thermometer, ignition and battery, electrode, ignition cable, gas hose, gas pressure regulator, heating element, reflector, aluminum protection foil, barbecue grid or charcoal grate and basket, lighting grate and charcoal/drip pan.
• Damage to the enamel from the use of utensils and other devices, provided that the error did not already demonstrably exist before first use.
• Defects and/or damage due to misuse, improper use, in particular, due to not following the instruction manual, safety instructions, or operating/maintenance instructions (for example, use of outdoor equipment indoors, damage resulting from incorrect installation, improper cleaning of the enameled surface of the funnel or grill bars, failure to perform a leakage test to the extent recommended in the operating instructions, use of harmful chemicals, unintended use, etc.).
• Defects and/or damages that are remedied through intervention or repair by persons other than those authorized by OC.
• Defects and/or damage caused by destructive weather influences (e.g. hail or lightning).
• Defects and/or damage due to vandalism or due to intentional or negligent damage to the extent that this was not caused by OC.
• Defects and/or damages incurred during transport to the buyer, unless the transport was arranged by the warranty provider.
• Defects and/or damage due to force majeure.
• Defects and/or damage due to wear caused by professional use for commercial purposes (e.g. use in a hotel or restaurant).
5. Processing of warranty claims
In the event of a warranty claim please contact us or one of our authorized dealers (a dealer directory is available at www.outdoorchef.com) as soon as possible and tell us your address and, if possible, the product/product part, sales receipt information, serial number and item number (both can be found on the data sticker on your barbecue; see the first section of the instruction manual). Please describe the defect and, if possible, also send us a photo of it. In order to verify your warranty claim, you will need to return the product to us or your local dealer (bring-in warranty). Once your warranty claim has been verified, we will reimburse the necessary and required transport and shipping costs, otherwise, we will send the product back to you at your expense.
The registere d brand OUTDOORCHEF is represented by the following enterprise:
Outdoorchef AG
Eggbühlstrasse 28
Postfach
8050 Zürich-Schweiz
www.outdoorchef.com

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

AUSTRALIA 315 G / AUSTRALIA 325 G

Propane max. 8 kg

AUSTRALIA 415 G / AUSTRALIA 425 G

Propane 37 mbar
The maximum permitted gas bottles on the barbecue frame| Bottles Butane max. 8 kg
Propane max. 8 kg

AUSTRALIA 455 G

Propane 37 mbar
The maximum permitted gas bottles on the barbecue frame| Bottles Butane max. 8 kg
Propane max. 8 kg

SIDE BURNER (AUSTRALIA 325 G / AUSTRALIA 425 G / AUSTRALIA 455 G)

Propane 37 mbar

INFRARED BURNER (AUSTRALIA 455 G)

Propane 37 mbar

CATEGORIES
I3B/P (30 bar)
I3B/P (50 bar)
I3+ (28/30/37bar)

Electric ignition
A battery (type AAA, LR02, 1.5 volts) is required for operating the electric ignition.
Note on the temperature display
The thermometer display is subject to a +/-10 % fluctuation.

Web page
More information, tips and tricks, recipes, and all kinds of useful information about OUTDOORCHEF products can be found at OUTDOORCHEF.COM

• A dealer directory can be found on our website at OUTDOORCHEF.COM
  ** The serial number and item number can be found on the data sticker on your barbecue (see also the first section of these INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE).

Outdoorchef AG | Eggbühlstrasse 28 | Postfach | 8050 Zürich | Switzerland
Outdoorchef Benelux B.V. | Brabantsehoek 8 | 5071 NM Udenhout | The Netherlands
Outdoorchef Austria GmbH | Dueckegasse 15 / Top 2 F | 1220 Vienna | Austria
Outdoorchef Deutschland GmbH | Ochsenmattstr. 10 | 79618 Rheinfelden | Germany

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