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Customer’s operating and assembly instructions These instructions are a guide FOR YOUR SAFETY. FOR YOUR SAFETY. to assembling and using the Maxim X4, Maxim X5, IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. Do not store or use Maxim X5SS, Maxim X7SS, petrol or other flammable 1.
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Assembly: General 19-22 CLEARANCES Operation: General Assembly: Maxim X4, Maxim X5, Maxim X5SS The following minimum clearances from combustible materials Maxim X7SS Assembly: must be maintained when barbecue is in use: Fault Finding top – 1000 mm, rear – 450 mm, sides – 250 mm.
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GAS CYLINDER USE & SAFETY READ CAREFULLY BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND OPERATING This is a low pressure barbecue and must only be used with the YOUR BARBECUE. hose and regulator supplied. Your barbecue is designed for use with a 9 kg gas cylinder. Ensure gas cylinder conforms to Australian Standard AS2469 and is less than 10 years old, or re-certified if older than 10 FOR YOUR SAFETY:...
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ALWAYS CHECK FOR GAS LEAKS EACH TIME YOU USE YOUR BARBECUE You should follow this procedure after any of the following: • Not having used the barbecue for an extended period of time, • Initial assembly of barbecue, • Any disconnection and reconnection of hose assembly, •...
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THIS APPLIANCE SHALL ONLY BE USED IN AN ABOVE GROUND OPEN AIR SITUATION WITH NATURAL VENTILATION, WITHOUT STAGNANT AREAS, WHERE GAS LEAKAGE AND PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION ARE RAPIDLY DISPERSED BY WIND AND NATURAL CONVECTION. ANY ENCLOSURE IN WHICH THE APPLIANCE IS USED SHALL COMPLY WITH ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: •...
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Barbecues for use with gas cylinders are labelled ‘Universal LPG’ or ‘Propane’. Barbecues for use with natural gas are labelled ‘Natural Gas’. CONTENTS LIST Maxim X4 Maxim X5 Maxim X5SS Maxim X7SS* Description Trolley bottom shelf Castor –...
MAXIM X4 INSTALL CASTORS Place the trolley bottom shelf on the cardboard work surface with the bottom side of shelf facing up. Install the four (4) castors onto the castor seats as shown. Phillips-head screw " x " Qty. 16...
INSTALL TROLLEY REAR PANEL Install the trolley rear panel between rear trolley legs as shown. Phillips-head screw " x " Qty. 4 INSTALL TROLLEY BRACKET Install the trolley bracket in the up position (part is labelled ‘UP’ to ensure proper assembly) between front trolley legs as shown.
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INSTALL DOOR • Install the door handle to door. • Install the bottom door hinge bracket to right trolley leg. • Insert door bottom post into bottom door hinge bracket. • Hold the door and install the top door hinge bracket to right trolley leg.
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INSTALL SIDE SHELF AND SIDE BURNER FRAME • Remove screws from the tool holder. Slide the four (4) tool hooks onto the tool holder with the hooks facing the left side shelf. Attach tool holder to side shelf using these screws. •...
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Socket Plug CONNECT SIDE BURNER GAS VALVE Diagram A. • Position hose socket over valve plug. See diagram A. • Pull and hold back socket sleeve. Sleeve Diagram B. • Push socket to right until it firmly snaps into place over plug.
MAXIM X5, MAXIM X5SS INSTALL CASTORS Place the trolley bottom shelf on the cardboard work surface with the bottom side of shelf facing up. Install the four (4) castors onto the castor seats as shown. Phillips-head screw " x " Qty. 16 INSTALL TROLLEY LEGS WITH SIDE PANELS Install the left and right trolley legs with side panel (parts are labelled ‘L’...
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INSTALL GAS CYLINDER PULL-OUT TRAY (Model: Maxim X5SS) Install the cylinder pull-out tray to trolley bottom shelf. Phillips-head screw " x " Qty. 4 INSTALL TROLLEY REAR PANEL Install the trolley rear panel between rear trolley legs as shown. Phillips-head screw "...
INSTALL LEFT PARTITION PANEL • Install the left partition panel to left trolleyside panel and trolley rear panel. • Install the left partition panel bracket between partition panel and trolley bottom shelf. Phillips-head screw " x " Qty. 7 NOTE: For Maxim X5SS model, four (4) screws to assemble partition panel to the trolley panels are stainless steel.
INSTALL DOORS • Install the door handle to right door. • Install the right bottom door hinge bracket to right trolley leg. • Insert right door bottom post into right bottom door hinge bracket. • Hold the right door and install the right top door hinge bracket to right trolley leg.
INSTALL SIDE SHELF AND SIDE BURNER FRAME • Remove screws from the tool holder. Slide the four (4) tool hooks onto the tool holder with the hooks facing the left side shelf. Attach tool holder to side shelf using these screws. •...
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CONNECT SIDE BURNER GAS VALVE Socket Plug Diagram A. • Position hose socket over valve plug. See diagram A. • Pull and hold back socket sleeve. Sleeve Diagram B. • Push socket to right until it firmly snaps into place over plug.
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MAXIM X7SS INSTALL SIDE SHELVES • Remove screws from the tool holder. Slide the four (4) tool hooks onto the tool holder with the hooks facing the left side shelf. Attach tool holder to side shelf using these screws. • Align the two (2) holes on front and rear body panels and three (3) holes on left body panel with the threaded holes on left side shelf.
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If no spark is seen, the spark gap needs to be adjusted INSTALL IGNITER BATTERIES as follows: • Using an adjustable spanner, loosen the inside nut • Unscrew igniter cap from control panel. until the gas collector box can be turned upward. If •...
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Place the secondary cooking / warming rack into the slots on barbecue body side panels. NOTE: For Maxim X5, Maxim X5SS and Maxim X7SS models, it is possible to use a maximum of two hot Maxim X4 plates. Secondary cooking / warming rack...
CONNECTING TO, AND DISCONNECTING FINAL ASSEMBLY STEP FROM GAS SOURCE When you have finished assembling your barbecue be Familiarise yourself with the general information and sure that all screws are tightened for safe operation of safety guidelines located at the front of this booklet. your barbecue.
CONNECTING TO GAS SOURCE Secure the gas hose to the trolley bracket front with hook supplied. Screw the wing bolt and special nut to trolley bottom shelf or gas cylinder pull-out tray. NOTE: The special nut may be omitted for gas cylinders with larger bases.
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LOUVRES ON BARBECUE MUST • FAILURE TO REPLACE A FAULTY REMAIN UNOBSTRUCTED TO ALLOW HOSE, SECURE GAS SUPPLY FOR COMBUSTION AIR. CONNECTIONS OR TO OPEN THE HOOD BEFORE ACCESS MUST BE PROVIDED TO PROCEEDING TO THE LIGHTING SHUT-OFF VALVE. PROCEDURES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE OR EXPLOSION THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.
MAIN BURNER LIGHTING PROCEDURE SIDE BURNER LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Maxim X4, Maxim X5, Maxim X5SS Lid must be open before lighting. For easy ignition, Before each use, check all hoses for cracks, nicks, push the burner control in fully. Slowly rotate the burner cuts, burns or abrasions.
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LIGHTING PROCEDURE BACK BURNER LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS Maxim X7SS Follow steps 1 through 6 of the ‘Barbecue Lighting’ Before each use, check all hoses for cracks, nicks, instructions. cuts, burns or abrasions. If a hose is damaged in any Push and turn the control knob to ‘IGN’. Push the way, do not use your barbecue before replacing the control knob in to automatically ignite the burner.
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IF THE BARBECUE FAILS TO LIGHT • SHOULD A FLASHBACK FIRE OCCUR IN OR AROUND THE BURNER TUBES, FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS BELOW. Turn gas off at source and turn burner control FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE knobs to ‘OFF’. Wait at least five (5) minutes for INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN gas to clear, then retry.
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CLEANING THE FLAME TAMERS FAILURE TO READ AND FOLLOW THE USE AND CARE INSTRUCTIONS COULD Periodically you should wash the flame tamer in a RESULT IN A FIRE OR EXPLOSION THAT COULD CAUSE SERIOUS BODILY soap and warm water solution. Use a vegetable brush INJURY, DEATH OR PROPERTY to remove stubborn burnt-on cooking residue.
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• BEWARE OF SPIDERS. STORAGE BURNER TUBES SHOULD BE INSPECTED AND CLEANED We recommend that you minimise the barbecue’s PERIODICALLY. exposure to the elements. High moisture content in the air (rain, mist, salt spray etc.) can affect metal components • SPIDERS AND SMALL INSECTS CAN OCCASIONALLY SPIN WEBS OR MAKE and lead to material breakdown.
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METHOD 2: Use a bottle brush with a flexible handle CLEANING THE BURNER TUBES and run the brush through the burner tube and inside AND BURNER PORTS the burner several times to remove any debris. To reduce the chance of FLASHBACK FIRE you must METHOD 3: Use an air hose to force air through each clean the burner tubes as follows at least once a month burner tube.
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P A R T S L I S T Maxim X4 This diagram is provided to assist you identify parts if replacement is necessary. Contact your place of purchase or the manufacturer to enquire about parts, availability and or service.
List applicable to Maxim X4 Description Part No. Hood assembly P00119411D Protective pad P05518001I Temperature gauge P00601011B Hood badge – Rinnai P00415006C Hood handle P00205055B Cooking rack – fixed P01505008E Grill plate P01602004E Hot plate P01702008E Flame tamer P01705009E Body panel – left P00720261A Body panel –...
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P A R T S L I S T Maxim X5, Maxim X5SS This diagram is provided to assist you identify parts if replacement is necessary. Contact your place of purchase or the manufacturer to enquire about parts, availability and or service. Items included in your barbecue specification may differ from the parts list, depending on region or specific dealer...
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List applicable to Maxim X5, Maxim X5SS...
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Maxim X7SS This diagram is provided to assist you identify parts if replacement is necessary. Contact your place of purchase or the manufacturer to enquire about parts, availability and or service. Items included in your barbecue specification may differ from the parts list, depending on region or specific dealer specification.
List applicable to X7SS Description Part Description Part Trolley rear panel – LP / NG Hood assembly P00119146A P07701037A Hood trim plate P0011409DV Trolley rear panel bracket P03306006C Protective pad P05518001I Trolley bracket – front P03306008C Temperature gauge P00601011B Door stop plate P05510002L Hood badge P00415006C...
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