Safety Information - Rinnai Gourmet 4 Owner's Operation Manual

FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN A
FIRE OR EXPLOSION WHICH COULD CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH OR
IMPORTANT PROPERTY DAMAGE
BEFORE USING YOUR BARBECUE
• Check that the barbecue supplied is correct for the gas type being used. The gas type
Propane, Universal LPG, or Natural Gas is clearly labelled on the barbecue.
• A Natural Gas unit MUST BE installed by an authorised person in accordance with AS 5601.
• If your barbecue is Propane or Universal LPG it is normally used with a gas cylinder.
However, it is possible to install these barbecues on a reticulated Propane or Universal LPG
supply and not use a gas cylinder. Such Installations must be performed by an authorised
person in accordance with AS 5601.
• Pipe sizing for reticulated Natural, Propane or Universal LPG gas supplies must be in
accordance with an approved sizing chart such as the one in AS 5601.
LOCATION
• This barbecue is for OUTDOOR use only. Refer to page 6 for details.
• DO NOT operate the barbecue indoors.
• DO NOT operate in an enclosed area.
• DO NOT operate in an unventilated area.
• This barbecue must be placed on a level and stable surface. Surfaces which ignite easily
(such as carpet) MUST NOT be used.
• DO NOT obstruct the flow of air around the barbecue whilst in use. Refer to the "Clearances
and Location" section page 6.
• Certain materials or items when placed near the barbecue may be affected by the radiant
heat and could be damaged. Keep these items away from your barbecue.
• Keep barbecue away from combustible materials. Maintain Clearances shown on .
• For installations on recreational vehicles or boats see page 6.
OPERATION
• DO NOT connect the barbecue directly to the gas cylinder without a regulator.
• Propane or universal LPG models MUST always use the hose and regulator supplied.
• Inspect the gas hose at least once per year, or whenever the gas cylinder is replaced. If the
hose is cracked, cut, abraded, discoloured or damaged in any other way the barbecue must
not be used. The hose must be replaced if damaged or when local regulations require this.
Contact your supplier or local regulating authority if uncertain. Replacement must only be
carried out by an Authorised person.
• Avoid unneccesary twisting of the gas hose.
• DO NOT alter or modify any parts of the barbecue including any of the gas components.
• IF YOU SMELL GAS?
1. Shut off gas to the barbecue and at the source if possible.
2. Extinguish any open flame.
3. Open hood.
4. Perform gas leak check procedure as per "Leak Testing" on page 5.
DO NOT test for gas leaks with an open flame!
5. If the odour continues, immediately call your gas supplier.
• DO NOT light the barbecue with the hood or side burner lid closed.
• DO NOT lean over the cooking surfaces whilst lighting the barbecue.
• DO NOT leave your barbecue unattended while in use.
• DO NOT use briquettes, charcoal or other solid fuels in this barbecue.
• DO NOT use aluminium foil to line the flame tamers or drip tray. Using foil in this manner
can block off air for combustion and ventilation and result in a dangerous condition.
• DO NOT smoke whilst operating your barbecue.
• DO NOT use any burner, or a combination of burners, on 'HIGH' for extended periods when
cooking with the hood closed.
• DO NOT heat unopened food containers as pressure build-up during heating may cause the
container to burst.
• The drawers are designed for the storage of cooking utensils. They are not designed for
storage of heavy components. The combined weight of utensils in all drawers SHOULD NOT
EXCEED 14 kg.
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