HSS Hire 789 Operating & Safety Manual

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Gas Barbecue

Grill

Hire Shops

A no fuss, propane fired Gas Fired

Barbecue.

Operating & Safety Guide 789

To fit a propane cylinder, check that the cylinder
valve is fully closed, then remove the screwin
plastic plug (left hand thread – turn clockwise) from the
cylinders valve. Make sure that the Barbecue’s gas
tap is OFF then screw the gas regulator to the gas
cylinder (left-handed thread – turn anti-clockwise) and

tighten up

Check for leaks (see GAS SAFETY) before moving the
cylinder to a safe place beside the barbecue; never
underneath it.

To light up, fully open the cylinder valve then, insert a

lighted spill into the brass hole on the underside of
the fire tray and open the barbecue’s gas tap.

Carefully look through the spy hole on the side of the
fire tray to check that it’s alight.

If the burner fails to light, turn the barbecue’s gas
tap OFF and wait for the gas to clear before trying
again.

Handle the gas bottle and gas regulator with care.

Take care not to block the drain hole or the
burners aeration port.

Never leave/store the Barbecue connected to the
gas cylinder.

Always store the barbecue with its legs folded and
on its side. Lean it against a wall, standing it on
the end nearest the gas taps.

Handle the equipment with care, avoid dropping or

knocking it and don’t force components when setting up
or packing the barbecue away.

Keep the equipment clean. You will find this less of a
chore if you clean up as soon as the barbecue is cool.

EQUIPMENT CARE

When not in use, store the barbecue somewhere

clean, dry and safe from thieves.

Close the gas cylinder’s valve, wait for the burner
to go out then turn OFF the gas tap on the
barbecue.

Now, leave the barbecue to cool before
disconnecting the gas regulator- remember, turn it
clockwise to unscrew - then refit its protective plastic
cap.

Dispose of the fat collector and wash out the tray
with hot soapy water

Finally, turn the barbecue on its edge and fold up
the legs ready for storage and/or return, to your

local HSS Hire Shop.

FINISHING OFF

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For advice on the safety and suitability of this equipment
contact your local HSS Hire Shop.

There is a serious risk of personal injury if you do
not follow all instructions laid down in this guide.

This equipment should be used by an able bodied,
competent adult who has read and understood these

instructions. Anyone with either a temporary or
permanent disability, should seek expert advice before
using it.

Keep children, animals and bystanders away from
the Barbecue and cooking area.

Never use this equipment if you are ill,
feeling tired, or under the influence of

drugs.

Never use the barbecue indoors or in a poorly
ventilated environment.

Don’t use any barbecue in strong, gusty winds. The

flame could get out of control.

Keep a bucket of water handy to treat burns and to
douse any food which may catch fire if it gets out
of control. To prevent flare-ups, use a water spray to

damp down fire.

Wear suitable, hygienic clothing while cooking and
serving, an apron or overall and hat. Tie back long hair

and avoid loose garments that could catch fire.

Remember that barbecues get very hot. Allow plenty
of time for the grill top to cool before touching or
cleaning it.

Wear thick, insulated gloves to handle any utensils
during cooking.

Take extra care when basting or cooking fatty
meats. Juices and fat will spit as they drip onto the fire

and could cause it to flare up.

Never attempt to move the barbecue while it is
alight. First, turn OFF the gass at the cylinder, then at the

barbecue and leave everything to cool.

With gas-burning equipment, keep the gas cylinder as

far from the flame as possible.

Rules And Regulations

Please note that the use of and storage of gas

cylinders is governed by specific regulations

and/or legislation. Make sure you are fully

acquainted with any rules that may apply and

abide by them. If in doubt, ask our shop staff

for advice.

GENERAL SAFETY

Keep gas cylinders upright at ALL times, during
use, transporting and when stored. Don’t drop or

knock them as damaged cylinders can be dangerous.

Always check the condition of the equipment
before use. If it shows signs of damage or excessive

wear, return it to your local HSS Hire Shop.

COSHH information sheets are available from your local
HSS Hire Shop.

NEVER TEST FOR LEAKS WITH A NAKED FLAME!

instead, decide roughly were the gas is coming from by
smell, then smear the area with washing - up liquid and
look for bubbles to pin-point the leak.

QUICK TEST

Gas Leaks

IF YOU SUSPECT A GAS LEAK....

Tell everyone in the vicinity to turn off or put

out anything that could ignite the gas, unless

this involves operating electrical switches (most

generate a tiny spark).

NEXT. Open doors and windows, and take all

gas cylinders outside check that the cylinder

valves are closed and test for leaks, before

replacing the plastic cap on Butane cylinders or

screwing in the plastic plug (left-hand thread)

on Propane cylinders.

Then contact you local HSS Hire Shop for advice.

IF A LOT OF GAS HAS ESCAPED....

Evacuate the area and call the Fire Brigade.

Gas Safety

Propane is highly inflammable. It is also

heavier than air, increasing the risk of

explosion the event of leak. So…

ALWAYS double check the gas supply

connections for leaks (smear them with

washing up liquid and look for bubbles).

ALWAYS handle gas bottles and connectors

with care.

ALWAYS store gas bottles in a cool, safe place;
away from heat and ignition sources and away
from drains and other places where leaked gas

could collect.

NEVER smoke or allow naked lights into the

area while changing gas bottles.

NEVER test for leaks with naked light.

Lay the barbecue on its side, unclip and open out
the legs, rotating the free leg until it locates in its
retaining clips on the fire tray’s side.

Now stand the barbecue up and fit an empty ring
pull drinks can onto the hook below drip hole in the
barbecue’s underside to catch any drips of fat.

Make sure all connections are in good condition and free
from dirt and grease.

GETTING STARTED

Drip Can

Burner

Spy-hole

Brass Lighting

Point

Gas
Tap

Gas

Regulator

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