Gasmate RB3, RB2 User Manual

Ring Burner Series

FEATURES

• Ideal for camping

• Suitable for cooking at home where larger ports

and a higher heat output is required – Convenient
for cooking sauces, crabs, lobster or any shell fish

• Made from high quality cast iron with
brass controls

• Outlet: ¼” BSP thread

• Hose and Regulator included

• Propane use only

• AGA certified

RB2

RB3

RB4

NOTE: ONLY USE ON A NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE

Gasmate® is a registered trademark of: Sitro Group Australia Pty Ltd www.sitro.com.au

Aber, Hamilton, N.Z www.gasmate.co.nz

Important: Retain these instructions for future use.

02562 03/11

GENERAL INFORMATION

Gas Installation Codes

• Appliance must be used in accordance with the

installation requirements of your gas supply
authority, or the appropriate installation code

issued by Standards Australia AS 5601.

• Appliances for use with bottled gas are labelled

‘propane gas’.

• Only use on a non-combustible surface.

Clearances

Minimum Clearances from combustible materials
must be: Cylinder - 500mm. Wall - 500mm.

Above - 1200mm.

Below - never use on a flammable surface. Only use

on a non-combustible surface.

Hose & Regulator Safety

The regulator and hose assembly supplied with the
appliance are suitable for propane gas only.

The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied
with the appliance must be used. Replacement
pressure regulators and hose assemblies must be

those specied by the appliance manufacturer.

Only use the hose assembly supplied with this

appliance for direct connection to the cylinder

“DO NOT USE ADAPTORS”.
Check the regulator “O” Ring periodically for
wear or damage and replace if required.

When connecting the hose and regulator assembly
to the gas cylinder, take care to avoid unnecessary

twisting or kinking of the exible hose. Maximum

hose length is 1 metre.

After the assembly has been secured, turn on the
gas and check for leaks by brushing a soap and
water solution overall connections.

DO NOT USE this appliance if it is leaking, damaged

or does not operate properly.

If you are unable to correct the leak by tightening

the connections, turn off the gas and contact the
supplier immediately.

Always ensure the appliance is kept away from

ammable materials and the gas cylinder clear

of any heat source. When changing over from an
empty gas cylinder to a full one make sure this
procedure is carried out in a well ventilated location,
preferably outside, away from people and away from

any sources of ignition; such as naked ames, pilot
ames, electric heaters/equipment.

Specifications

Appliance specifications can be found on the data
label attached to the appliance body.

Gas Cylinder Use & Safety

This is a low pressure appliance and must only be
used with the hose and regulator supplied. This
appliance shall only be used with propane gas

cylinders certified to AS 2469. It may be hazardous

to attempt to fit other types of gas containers.

The gas cylinder should be lled by a reputable gas
supplier and visually inspected and re-qualied at
each lling.

Always keep cylinder in an upright position. Always
close the cylinder valve when the appliance is not in
use.

Do not subject gas cylinder to excessive heat.

IMPORTANT

• Outdoor use only

• Read these instructions for use carefully.

Familiarise yourself with the appliance
before connecting it to its gas container.
Keep these instructions for future
reference.

• Failure to comply with these instructions could
result in a re or explosion which could cause

serious bodily injury, death or property
damage.
CAUTION: Accessible parts may be very hot.

• Keep young children away.

• DO NOT modify this appliance.

• DO NOT move this appliance during use.

• Turn off the gas supply at the gas cylinder

after use.

• Parts sealed by the manufacturer or their
agent must not be manipulated by the user

• This appliance is only to be used outdoors.

• Never operate this appliance without a

regulator.

• Do not test for gas leaks with an open ame.

• If this information is not followed exactly a re

causing death or serious injury may occur.

• Do not store a spare gas cylinder under or
near this appliance. Never ll the cylinder

beyond 80% full. This appliance is only to be
used and stored outdoors.

• If there is a leak on your appliance (smell

of gas), immediately attempt to turn off the
cylinder valve. Remove the appliance to a
well ventilated location away from any ignition

source. Only check for leaks outdoors using
soapy water. DO NOT try to detect leaks using
a ame.

• Never connect an unregulated gas cylinder to

your appliance.

NOTE: ONLY USE ON A
NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE

2

Never Store your Gas Cylinder Indoors.

If you store your appliance indoors, ALWAYS
disconnect the gas cylinder rst and store the

cylinder safely outside. Cylinders must be stored
outdoors in a well ventilated area out of reach of
children, and must not be stored in a building,
garage or any other enclosed area.

Gas connection is 1/4” BSP

Location of your Appliance

Only use on a non-combustible surface. DO NOT

use your appliance in garages, porches, sheds,

breezeways, or other enclosed areas. Your appliance
is to be used OUTDOORS ONLY. The appliance is not

intended to be installed in or on recreational vehicles
and/or boats and should not be placed on any

surface that will burn. Do not obstruct the ow of

combustion and ventilation air around the appliance.

Protect Children

Keep children away from appliance during use and
until appliance has cooled after you have nished.
Do not allow children to operate appliance.

Always ensure that no sporting or physical activities

are carried out in close proximity to the appliance

during use and while still hot.

Tools You Will Need

Adjustable spanner, phillips screwdriver.

Check Appliance for any Damage

Inspect appliance parts as you proceed. Contact

your supplier for assistance regarding replacement

of any damaged or missing parts. Do not assemble

or operate a appliance that appears damaged.
Appliance for use with gas cylinders are labelled
‘propane gas’. Check labelling at the gas connection
on your appliance.

Product details:

RB2

Gas Type Propane

Inj. Size (mm)

Gas Cons. (MJ/h) 5.5 13

Gas Pressure 2.75kPa

Overall size 425 x 200 x 70mm

Weight 3.4kg

RB3

Gas Type Propane

Inj. Size (mm)

Gas Cons. MJ/h 1.6 8.5 15.5

Gas Pressure 2.75kPa

Overall size 465 x 239 x 90mm

Weight 5.9kg

RB4

Gas Type Propane

Inj. Size (mm)

Gas Cons. MJ/h 3 8.5 15.5 27

Gas Pressure 2.75kPa

Overall size 640 x 355 x 112mm

Weight 13.1kg

0.7 1.10

0.4 0.9 1.20

0.5 0.9 1.2 1.5

FOR YOUR SAFETY

• Do not store or use petrol or other ammable

liquids in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

• Do not store empty or full spare gas cylinders
under or near this or any other appliance.

• Keep the gas hose away from hot surfaces and
protect from dripping grease. Avoid
unnecessary twisting of hose. Visually inspect
the hose prior to each use for cracks, excessive
wear or other damage. Replace the hose if
necessary.

• Never test for gas leaks with a lit match or

open ame.

• Never lean over cooking surface when lighting.

• Never alter or modify the regulator or gas

supply assembly.

• This appliance must not be used indoors.

• Only use in well ventilated areas.

• Carbon monoxide hazard - This appliance can
produce carbon monoxide which has no odour.
Using it in an enclosed space (for example:

caravan, tent, car, mobile home) may cause
death.

• 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.

• Ensure the appliance is set up on a level and
stable surface.

• Do not move the appliance while in use or

when hot.

NOTE: ONLY USE ON A
NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE

3

RING BURNER COMPONENTS (Image as guide only)

1. Hose and Regulator assembly

2. Gas valve

• RB2 - screws on top

• RB3 - screws from underside

• RB4 - screws from underside

3. Burner

• RB2 - 2 rings

• RB3 - 3 rings

• RB4 - 4 rings

4. Trivets - to stand cooking pot on

Note: Remove any transit

protection material before using
the burner.

2

1

4

3

Venturi tube

BURNER ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLY

Note: Remove any transit protection material before

using the burner.

1. Slide gas valve assembly into the burner
assembly and secure with the two screws
provided.

2. Attach the supplied hose and regulator to
the gas inlet.

GAS VALVE ASSEMBLY

Gas inlet

Gas valve in off position

Primary air disk

4

GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Wall

Ground - Non combustible surface and/or material.

min 500mm min 500mmmin 1200mm

Connecting & Disconnecting to Gas
Source

Familiarise yourself with the general information and
safety guidelines located at the front of this manual.

Check:

1. Gas cylinder is lled. A sloshing sound will be

heard when shaken.

2. The gas valve is in the ‘OFF’ position

Connecting

1. Ensure cylinder and gas valve is in its full
off position.

2. Check for any damage to either the cylinder

connection or the hose. NEVER attempt to use

damaged equipment.

3. When connecting the hose to the cylinder tighten
the nut to a positive stop by hand or spanner.

4. Open cylinder valve fully. If a leak can be heard

at either end of the hose turn cylinder off and
tighten joint. Wait 5 minutes before re-testing
and use a soapy water solution to check the
joint. If bubbles appear the connection will need
to be re-tightened.

General Positioning

1. Never place or position the ring burner on

combustible material. Only use on a

non-combustible surface.

2. Ensure the gas hose is straight and not knotted.

CARE & MAINTENANCE

As with all appliances, proper care and maintenance
will keep them in top operating condition and

prolong their life. Your new gas appliance is no
exception. By following these cleaning procedures

on a timely basis, your appliance will be kept clean
and working properly with minimum effort.

Spiders and small insects occasionally spin webs or

make nests in the burner tubes during warehousing

and transit. These webs can lead to a gas ow
obstruction which could result in a re in and around

the burner tubes. Cleaning with a soft brush before

use and at least every six months is recommended.

This type of re is known as ‘FLASH-BACK’ and can

cause serious damage to your appliance and create
an unsafe operating condition for the user. Although
an obstructed burner tube is not the only cause of

‘FLASH-BACK’ it is the most common cause and

frequent inspection and cleaning of the burner tubes
is necessary.

Flash-Back

If re occurs in and around the burner, immediately

turn off gas at its source and turn the burner control

to ‘OFF’, wait until the appliance has cooled, then

clean the burner tubes and burner ports.

Cleaning

After cooking, turn burner gas cylinder valve and

burner valve to ‘OFF’. Let the burner cool before

attempting to clean and store. After use brush

excess dust, dirt and debris from the burner
surface. Ensure all the burner ports are clean
and open before storing and re-using. Ensure the

bottoms of all cooking pots / pans are cleaned of
any dirt or discolouration after use.

IMPORTANT
Before connecting and disconnecting

appliance to gas source, make sure burner

controls are in ‘OFF’ position.

CAUTION: When the appliance is not in use,
the gas must be turned off at the cylinder.

Check that the seals between the appliance
and the gas cylinder are in place and in good
condition before connecting the gas cylinder.

Do not use this appliance if it has damaged or

worn seals.

• Beware of spiders and wasps.
Burner tube should be inspected and

cleaned periodically.

• This appliance must only be serviced by an
authorised person.

NOTE: ONLY USE ON A
NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE

5

LIGHTING PROCEDURE

RB2

4

1

Inner # 1
Outer # 4

RB3

4

2

1

Outer # 4
Inner # 1
1st Middle # 2

RB4

4

2

1

3

Outer # 4
1st Middle # 2
Inner # 1
2nd Middle # 3

Burner Operation &
Ignition System Check

1. Turn inner gas valve on.

2. Open gas valve and light immediately with long

BBQ match following sequence in step 3.

3. Light the burners in order:

Without pot.
RB2 RB3 RB4

Inner # 1 Inner # 1 Inner # 1
Outer # 4 1st Middle # 2 1st Middle # 2
Outer # 4 2nd Middle # 3
Outer # 4

All of these will need to be lit using a long

BBQ match.

With pot.
RB2 RB3 RB4

Outer # 4 Outer # 4 Outer # 4
Inner # 1 1st Middle # 2 2nd Middle # 3
Inner # 1 1st Middle # 2
Inner # 1

The outer ring #4 will need to be lit using a long
BBQ match, all other rings will cross light if lit in the

above sequence.

4. Once lit adjust the primary air disk to provide a

clean blue ame.

5. Place cooking pot onto ring burner.

Gas valve and burner ring matching.

Problem Possible Reason Solution

Burner will not ignite Valve on gas bottle closed. Open valve on gas bottle.

Control knob is closed. Turn knob to high when lighting.

Food is not cooking Burner has gone out. Check that the gas bottle is not
or is taking too long empty and re-ignite burner.

After Use

Turn the gas cylinder valve off and wait for the ame

to go out. Then turn the appliance gas valve off.

AERATION

To ensure the ame is clean and blue, that is NO
yellow tip to ame or sooting, adjust the primary

air disk. The primary air disk can be adjusted
clockwise/counter clockwise by hand. The ideal
positioning of the aeration disk when measured from
the venturi tube is;

RB2 - INNER # 1 - 2mm open

- OUTER # 4 - 3mm open

RB3 - INNER # 1 - 7mm open

- 1st MIDDLE# 2 - 7mm open

- OUTER # 4 - 3mm open

RB4 - ALL BURNER RINGS 3mm open

6

OPERATING PROCEDURE

The gas valve can be adjusted from “OFF to “HIGH”

and this will affect the cooking time.

Primary Air Disk

Gas Valve “OFF”

Gas Valve “ON”

Gas Inlet

Gas valve “ON” max.

The gas lever is in a straight line with the gas valve
to the venturi tube.

Gas valve “OFF”

The gas lever is at right angles to the gas valve and
the venturi tube.

Spillage

Turn off the cylinder gas valve. Wait for the ame to
go out. Using heat proof gloves:

• Remove cooking pan.

• Blow liquid from burner ports.

• Tip burner upside down to drain spilled liquid.

• Once dry re-position.

• Follow lighting procedures to re-light burner and

continue cooking.

IMPORTANT

• Do not smoke when attempting to ignite
appliance.

• Always use protective gloves when handling
hot components.

• Do not smoke at any time when attempting
to ignite the appliance burners.

Caution:
Do not move the appliance while in operation.

• Do not leave the appliance unattended

when alight.

NOTE: ONLY USE ON A
NON-COMBUSTIBLE SURFACE

For any queries or assistance call

Customer Service

Australia Only

1300 174 876

Monday to Friday 8.30am - 5.30pm EST

Do not return to place of purchase.

Keep your purchase receipt, this will be required to make any claims under the

Hours of operation:

12 month warranty.

SAFE APPLIANCE LOCATIONS

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.

Only use on a Non-combustible surface.

Any enclosure in which the appliance is used shall comply with the following:

An enclosure with walls on all sides, but at least one permanent opening at ground level and no overhead cover.

Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and no more than two walls.

Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and more than two walls, the following will apply:

at least 25% of the total wall area is completely open, and

at least 30% of the remaining wall area is open and unrestricted.

In the case of balconies, at least 20% of the total wall area shall be and remain open and unrestricted.

DIAGRAMMATICAL REPRESENTATIONS OF OUTDOOR AREAS

The following figures are diagrammatical representations of outdoor areas. Rectangular areas have been used in these figures

– the same principles apply to any other shaped area.