Argos KS18024 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
4 Burner Gas BBQ with side burner
Assembly Instructions -
Please keep for future reference
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Dimensions
Width - 130cm
Depth - 55.5cm
Height - 97cm
Important -
If you need help or have damaged or missing parts, call the Customer Helpline: 08456 400800.
Please read this instructions fully before starting assembly
Issue 1 - 26/9/12
Safety and Care Advice
Important - Please read this instructions fully before starting assembly
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Assembly time: approx. 45 mins.
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Retain these instructions for future reference.
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For outdoors use only – do not use indoors. Do not use below ground level and confined spaces.
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For use with LPG bottled gas only. A regulator of 37mbar must be used for propane.
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Do not use within 1m of any flammable structure or surface.
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LP gas cylinders should not be placed directly underneath the barbecue.
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LP gas cylinders must not be stored or used in the horizontal position. A leak would be very serious
and liquid could enter the gas line.
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When igniting barbecue open its hood before lighting.
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Do not move the barbecue while alight.
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This barbecue must not be left unattended when lit.
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The hood handle can become very hot. Grip only the centre of the handle. Use of a cooking glove is
advised.
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Use caution when opening the hood, as hot steam inside is released upon opening.
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Parts of this barbecue become very hot – care must be taken when children, elderly people, and
animals are present.
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Always turn off the gas bottle when the barbecue is not in use.
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Never cover a barbecue until it has completely cooled.
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Never use the barbecue with the side shelf in the down position.
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Leak test annually, and whenever the gas bottle is removed or replaced.
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Do not store flammable materials near this barbecue.
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Do not use aerosols near this barbecue.
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Failure to follow the manual’s instructions could result in serious injury or damage.
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If you have any queries regarding these instructions, contact your local dealer.
Gas and Regulator
This barbecue can use only propane LPG bottled gas. Propane bottles will supply gas all year round,
even on cold winter days. A spanner may be required to change gas bottles. The bottle should never be
stood on the trolley base and placed directly under the barbecue. Gas bottles should never be stored or
used laid on their side. Never store gas bottles indoors.
YOU MUST HAVE THE PROPER REGULATOR AND BOTTLE IN ORDER FOR THE BARBECUE TO
OPERATE SAFELY AND EFFICIENTLY. USE OF AN INCORRECT OR FAULTY REGULATOR IS
DANGEROUS AND WILL INVALIDATE ANY WARRANTY. Please consult your local gas dealer for the
most suitable gas bottles.
Installation
Selecting a Location
This barbecue is for outdoor use only and should be placed in a well-ventilated area. Take care to
ensure that it is not placed UNDER any combustible surface. The sides of the barbecue should NEVER
be closer than 1 metre from any combustible surface. Keep this barbecue away from any flammable
materials!
Precautions
Do not obstruct any ventilation openings in the barbecue body. Should you need to change the gas
bottle, confirm that the barbecue is switched off, and that there are no sources of ignition (cigarettes,
open flame, sparks, etc.) near before proceeding. Inspect the gas hose to ensure it is free of any twisting
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or tension. The hose should hang freely with no bends, folds, or kinks that could obstruct free flow of
gas. Apart from the connection point, no part of the hose should touch any hot barbecue parts. Always
inspect the hose for cuts, cracks, or excessive wear before use. If the hose is damaged, it must be
replaced with hose suitable for use with LPG and meet the national standards for the country of use. The
length of the hose shall not exceed 1.5m. N.B.-The date on U.K. hose is the date of manufacture, not the
expiry date.
Fixing the Regulator to the Gas Bottle
Confirm all barbecue control knobs are in the off position. Connect the regulator to the gas bottle
according to your regulator and bottle dealer’s instructions.
Leak Testing (To be performed in a well-ventilated area.)
Confirm all control knobs are in the off position. Open the gas control valve on the bottle or regulator.
Check for leaks by brushing a solution of ½ water and ½ soap over all gas system joints, including all
valve connections, hose connections and regulator connections. NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME to test
for leaks at anytime. If bubbles form over any of the joints, there is a leak. Turn off the gas supply and
retighten all joints. Repeat test. If bubbles form again, do not use the barbecue. Please contact your local
dealer for assistance. Leak test your barbecue annually. Check the hose connections are tight and leak
test them each time you reconnect the gas bottles.
Operation
Warning
Before proceeding, make certain that you understand the IMPORTANT INFORMATION section of this
manual.
Preparation Before Cooking
To prevent foods from sticking to the cooking grill, please use a long handled brush to apply a light coat
of cooking or vegetable oil before each barbecuing session. (Note: When cooking for the first time,
paint colours may change slightly as a result. This is normal and should be expected.)
Lighting the Main Burner
• Open the barbecue hood.
• Ensure all knobs are in the off position. Open the gas control valve on the gas bottle or regulator.
• From the “OFF” position, push in and turn left hand centre control knob anti-clockwise until you feel
resistance pause 4 seconds. Then continue turning the control knob until a click is heard and the
burner is lit.
• For cooking more burners, push in and turn left or right burner control knob anti-clockwise until the
burner is lit.
• Always light the left hand centre burner first before the next burner on the left or on the right.
• If the burner fails to ignite after above procedure, turn all the knobs to the off position and close the
gas valve on the gas bottle. Wait 5 minutes and then repeat the above steps. If the barbecue still fails
to light, please refer to the manual ignition instruction in the section below.
• After ignition, the burner should be burned at the high position for 3-5 minutes in order to preheat the
barbecue. This process should be done before every cooking session. The hood (where applicable)
should be open during preheating.
• After completion of preheating, the burner should normally be turned down to a lower position for
best cooking results.
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Manual Ignition Instruction for Main Burner
• Insert lit match through the match-lighting hole at the side or bottom of the barbecue body.
• Push in and turn the control knob anti-clockwise to the max position, the left hand centre burner
should ignite.
• After the left hand centre burner is lit, push and turn the leftmost control knob to max position, the
second burner should ignite automatically.
• Repeat same procedure to light the right hand centre and the rightmost burner.
• If burner fails to ignite, contact your local dealer for assistance.
• After ignition, the burner should be burned at the max position for 3-5 minutes in order to preheat the
barbecue. This process should be done before every cooking session. The hood (where applicable)
should be open during preheating.
• After completion of preheating, the burner should normally be turned down to a lower position for
best cooking results.
Lighting the Side Burner
• Keep side burner free.
• Set the control knob to off and turn on the gas supply.
• Push in and turn the control knob anti-clockwise to max position.
• Push the ignition button several times and the burner should ignite.
• If the burner fails to ignite after above procedure, turn the knob to the off position and close the gas
valve. Wait 5 minutes and then repeat the above steps. If the barbecue still fails to light, please refer
to the manual ignition instruction in the section below.
Manual Ignition Instruction for Side Burner
• Set the control knob to the off position.
• Apply a lit match on the gap to burner ports.
• Push and turn the control knob anti-clockwise to max position and the burner should ignite. If the
burner fails to ignite, contact your local dealer for assistance.
Roasting Hood Cooking
Barbecues equipped with a roasting hood give the option of cooking with hood closed to form an ‘oven’
for roasting food, such as joints of meat, whole chickens, etc.
When roasting, turn the burner under the food to the OFF position. Close the hood and turn the other
burner down to a lower setting i.e. low to medium to achieve the temperature required. DO NOT ALLOW
YOUR BARBECUE TO OVERHEAT. Avoid lifting the hood unnecessarily as heat is lost each time the
hood is opened.
End of Cooking Session
After each cooking session, turn the barbecue burner to the “max” position and burn for 5 minutes. This
procedure will burn off cooking residue, thus making cleaning easier. Make sure the hood is open during
this process.
Turning Off Your Barbecue
When you have finished using your barbecue, turn all the control valves fully clockwise to the “Off”
position, then switch off the gas at the bottle. Wait until the barbecue is sufficiently cool before closing its
hood.
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Care and Maintenance
Regularly clean your barbecue between uses and especially after extended periods of storage. Ensure
the barbecue and its components are sufficiently cool before cleaning. Do not leave the barbecue
exposed to outside weather conditions or stored in damp, moist areas.
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Never douse the barbecue with water when its surfaces are hot.
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Never handle hot parts with unprotected hands.
Cooking Grill
Clean with hot soapy water. To remove any food residue, use a mild cream cleaner on a bristle brush.
Rinse well and dry thoroughly.
Burner Maintenance
Your burner has been preset for optimal flame performance. You will normally see a blue flame, possibly
with a small yellow tip when the burner is alight. If the flame pattern is significantly yellow, this could be a
problem caused by grease from cooking blocking the burner or spiders or other insects in the burner
venturi. This can result in the flow of the gas and air mixture being restricted or blocked which may result
in a fire behind the control panel causing serious damage to your barbecue. If this happens, the gas
should be immediately turned off at the bottle. Burners should be inspected and cleaned on a regular
basis in addition to the following conditions:
1) Bringing the barbecue out of storage.
2) One or more of the burners do not ignite.
3) The burner flame pattern is significantly yellow.
4) The gas ignites behind the control panel.
To clean a burner, remove it from the barbecue. The outside of the burner can be cleaned with a wire
brush. Clean the portholes with a pipe cleaner or piece of wire. Take care not to enlarge the portholes.
Clean the insect screen on the end of the venturi tube with a bristle brush (i.e. an old toothbrush).
Clean the venturi tube with a pipe cleaner or piece of wire. You may need a torch to see into the venturi
tube to make sure it is clear. ”Turn the burner up on end and lightly tap against a piece of wood to
dislodge any debris from inside.”
Barbecue Body
Regularly remove excess grease or fat from the barbecue body with a soft plastic or wooden scraper. It
is not necessary to remove all the grease from the body. If you need to clean fully, use hot soapy water
and a cloth, or nylon-bristled brush only. Remove cooking surfaces and burners before full cleaning. Do
not immerse the gas controls or manifold in water. Check burner operation after carefully refitting into
body.
Whenever a barbecue is being assembled for the first time or its burners are being cleaned, make sure
each gas valve tip goes into the burner venturi tube completely during the assemble or re-assemble
process.
Burner venturi tube
Gas valve
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Fixings
All screws and bolts, etc. should be checked and tightened on a regular basis.
Storage
Store your barbecue in a cool dry place. It must be inspected on a regular basis as damp or
condensation can form which may result in damage to the barbecue. It may be necessary to dry the
barbecue and the inside of the cover if used. Mould can grow under these conditions and should be
cleaned and treated if required. Any rust that is found that does not come into contact with the food
should be treated with a rust inhibitor and painted with barbecue paint or a heat resistant paint. Warming
racks and grills should be coated with cooking oil. Wrap the burners in aluminium foil to help prevent
insects or other debris from obstructing the burners. The gas bottle must be always be disconnected
from the barbecue and stored in a well ventilated area at least 1 metre away from any fixed ignition
source. Do not store inside residential accommodation. Never store cylinders below ground level (e.g.
cellars). Do not let children tamper with bottles.
Carbon Monoxide Hazard
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Components - Parts
Please check you have all the panels listed below
If you have damaged or missing components,
call the Customer Helpline: 08456 400800.
Heat tent x4
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1
Cooking grill x1
3
Grill assembly x1
Grease cup hanger x 1
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Lid handle x1
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Warming rack x1
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Grease cup x1
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Leg cap x2
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9
Right front leg x 1
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Left front leg x 1
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Right rear leg x1
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Left rear leg x1
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