Outback MS4431 Assembly Manual

0359

Assembly and Operating Instructions for Outback®

Meteor Select 4 Burner Gas BBQ

Drawings are not to scale.
Specifications subject to change
without prior notice.

WARNING

 For outdoor use only. Not for commercial use.
 Read instructions before using the appliance. Failure to follow instructions could

result in death, serious bodily injury, and/or property loss.

 Warning: accessible parts may be very hot. Keep young children and pets away.
 Do not move the appliance during use.
 Turn off the gas supply at the gas bottle after use.
 Any modification of the appliance, misuse, or failure to follow the instructions may

be dangerous and will invalidate your warranty. This does not affect your statutory
rights.

 Retain these instructions for future reference.
 Leak test annually, and whenever the gas bottle is removed or replaced. Check that

the hose connections are tight and leak test each time you reconnect the gas bottle.

 For Flare-up control please refer to the ‘OPERATION’ section of this manual.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

If you smell gas:

1. Shut off gas to the appliance.

2. Extinguish any open flame.

3. Open barbecue lid or hood.

4. If odour continues, discontinue use and
contact your local dealer.

FOR YOUR SAFETY

1. Do not store or use petrol or other flammable
vapours or liquids in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.

2. A gas bottle not connected for use must not be
stored in the vicinity of this or any other
appliance.

MS4431

EN (Europe)

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CODE PART QTY Meteor 4 Burner

HOOD

A1 Hood (Pre-Assembled to Body) 1

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A2 Hood Handle 1

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A3 Warming Rack 1

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BODY

B1 Barbecue Body 1

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B2 Burner 4

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B3 Control Panel 1

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B4 Knob 4

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B5 Hose (if supplied)

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B6 Lava Rock in Basket / Flame Tamer

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B7 Cooking Grill 1

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B8 Cooking Griddle 1

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B9 Drip Tray Left Bracket 1

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B10 Drip Tray Right Bracket 1

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B11 Drip Tray 1

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B12 Drip Pan 1

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B13 Ignition Button 1

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TROLLEY

C1 Side Burner Shelf 1

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C2 Side Burner Shelf Panel 1

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C3 Side Burner Grid 1

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C4 Knob Bezel 1

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C5 Side Burner Knob 1

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C6 Side Burner 1

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C7 Side Shelf 1

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C8 Side Shelf Panel 1

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C9 Left Front Leg 1

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C10 Left Rear Leg 1

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C11 Right Front Leg 1

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C12 Right Rear Leg 1

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C13 Upper Support 1

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C14 Storage Box Handle 1

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C15 Storage Box 1

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C16 Front Panel 1

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C17 Side Panel 4

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C18 Bottom Panel 1

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C19 Wheel 2

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C20 Wheel Hubcap 2

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C21 Axle 1

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C22 Body Support ―A‖ 1

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C23 Body Support ―B‖ 1

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HARDWARE

D1 ST4.0x10 Screw 28

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D2 M4x10 Bolt 3

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D3 M4x10 Step Bolt 4

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D4 M6x15 Bolt 16

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D5 M6x40 Bolt 16

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D6 M6 Nut 12

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D7 Locknut 2

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 Pre-Assembled Component
 Quantity varies according to model purchased
 Appearance, size, and construction may differ according to model purchased

1. Parts List

Quantity varies according to model purchased. Specifications subject to change without prior notice. For
more details on hardware, please see the corresponding ‗Hardware Reference Diagram‘.

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2. Parts Diagram

Quantity varies according to model purchased. Specifications subject to change without prior notice. For
more details on hardware, please see the corresponding ‗Hardware Reference Diagram‘.

A2

A3

B1

B2

B4

B5

B6

B9 B10

C1

C9

C17

C11

C13

C22

C23

C3

B13

C20

B7 B8

B11

C18

C14

C21

C8

C6

C2

C5

C4

C19

C15

C16

C12

B12

C10

B3

A1

C7

D7

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3. Hardware Reference Diagram

Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

D1

D2

D3

D4

D5

D6

D4

D6

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4. Assembly

IMPORTANT!

 TOOLS NEEDED FOR ASSEMBLY: Medium size flat blade or Phillips/Crosspoint screwdriver,

adjustable spanner or metric spanner set.

 Remove any internal component or packaging from the barbecue body.
 Whilst every care is taken in the manufacture of this product, care must be taken during assembly in

case sharp edges are present.

 Please read the Important Information section carefully before assembly and use of your

barbecue.

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Attach the Left Legs (C9,C10) to the Side Panels (C17) using ST4.0x10 Screws (D1) as shown.

Attach the Right Legs (C11,C12) to the Side Panels (C17) using ST4.0x10 Screws (D1) as shown.

Left Cabinet Panel Assembly

Right Cabinet Panel Assembly

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4

Attach the left / right cabinet panel assembly to the Bottom Panel (C18) using M6x40 Bolts (D5)
and M6 Nuts (D6) as shown.

Unscrew the Locknuts (D7) from both ends of the Axle (C21).

Slide the axle through the corresponding holes in the left legs. Slide the Wheels (C19) over each
end of the axle. Secure the wheels into place with the locknuts. Place the Wheel Hubcaps (C20)
onto the outside of the wheels.

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Attach Drip Tray Left Bracket (B9) to the left legs using ST4.0x10 Screws (D1) as shown.
Repeat above process for Drip Tray Right Bracket (B10).

Install the Front Panel (C16) between the left / right front legs using ST4.0x10 Screws (D1).

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Front Side

Rear Side

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Remove the retaining bolts from the Storage Box Handle (C14), and then attach it onto the Stor­age Box (C15) using the retaining bolts.

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8

Install the storage box assembly between the left / right front legs using M4x10 Step Bolts (D3).

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Attach the Upper Support (C13) to the front legs using M6x15 Bolts (D4).

Remove the retaining bolts from the legs, then attach Body Support ―A‖ (C22) onto the left

rear leg and right front leg and attach Body Support ―B‖ (C23) onto the right rear leg and left
front leg using the retaining bolts.

A

A

B

B

A

B

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Carefully place the Barbecue Body (B1) onto the body supports and fix using M6x40 Bolts (D5) as
shown.

WARNING: DO NOT RELEASE THE BARBECUE BODY WHILE THE BARBECUE HAS NOT BEEN
PROPERLY SEATED. THIS MAY RESULT IN INJURY OR DAMAGE TO YOUR BARBECUE.

CAUTION! Care must be taken to ensure the hood or lid does not fall open unexpectedly or
becomes damaged when it is set on the ground.

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B5

Connect the gas Hose (B5) to the barbecue.

Ensure the mating faces of the connection are clean and not damaged. Do not use any sealing tape,
paste, or liquid on the connection. The nut must be tightened with the use of a spanner. Do not use
force which may damage the assembly.

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C2

C1

D4

D1

Attach Side Burner Shelf Panel (C2) onto the Side Burner Shelf (C1) using M6x15 Bolts (D4)
and M6 Nuts (D6).

Attach the side burner shelf assembly to the barbecue body using ST4.0x10 Screws (D1) and
M6x15 Bolts (D4) as shown.

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C5

C4

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D2

B13

Unscrew the pre-assembled nut of the Ignition Button (B13).

Insert the Ignition Button (B13) into the hole on the side burner shelf panel and secure with the pre

-assembled nut.

Attach the side burner valve and Knob Bezel (C4) onto side burner shelf using M4x10 Bolts (D2)
as shown. Press the Side Burner Knob (C5) onto the side burner valve stem.

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Main burner wire

Side burner wire

Connect the electrode wire to the Ignition Button (B13).

WARNING: BEFORE OPERATION, ENSURE BOTH THE MAIN BURNER AND SIDE BURNER
WIRES ARE CONNECTED TO THE PUSH BUTTON IGNITOR.
IF THE CIRCUIT IS NOT COMPLETE, THE IGNITOR WILL NOT SPARK!

C6

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Feed the venturi tube of the Side Burner (C6) through the hole in bottom of the side burner shelf,
and fix side it onto the side burner shelf using a M4x10 Bolt (D2) as shown. Make sure that the
end of venturi tube is set over the gas outlet of the side burner valve.

Connect the electronic wire onto the side burner electrode.

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C8

C7

D1

D4

Attach the Side Shelf Panel (C8) onto the Side Shelf (C7) using M6x15 Bolts (D4) and M6 Nuts (D6).

Attach the side shelf assembly to the barbecue body using ST4.0x10 Screws (D1) and M6x15 Bolts
(D4) as shown.

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B11 B12

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Carefully insert the Lava Rock / Flame Tamer (B6) into the barbecue body ensuring it lies level
within the body. Place the Grill (B7) and Griddle (B8) into place.

Model configuration: Left — Cooking Grill, Right — Cooking Griddle.

NOTE: Ensure that the lava rock lies directly underneath the grills.
No lava rock is required when using the flame tamer.

Insert the Drip Tray (B11) by sliding it underneath the barbecue body. Place the Drip Pan (B12) in
position as shown.

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ASSEMBLY IS NOW COMPLETE.

PROCEED TO THE NEXT PAGE FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON OPERATION AND

MAINTENANCE

ALL JOINTS AND CONNECTIONS MUST NOW BE LEAK TESTED BEFORE USING THE

BARBECUE.

Leak test annually, and whenever the gas bottle is removed or replaced.

LEAK TESTING

Always perform a leak test in a well-ventilated area.

Step 1 - Confirm all control knobs are in the off position.
Step 2 - Turn the gas on / open the gas control valve on the gas bottle or regulator.
Step 3 - Check for leaks by brushing a solution of ½ water and ½ liquid detergent / soap over

all the gas system joints, including the gas bottle valve connection, hose connections, and regu­lator connections.

Step 4 - NEVER USE AN OPEN FLAME to test for leaks at any time.
Step 5 - If bubbles form over any of the joints there is a leak

 Turn off the gas supply at the gas bottle
 Retighten all joints
 Repeat test
 If bubbles form again do not use the barbecue and contact your local Outback distributor

for assistance.

Always wipe the mixed solution (½ water and ½ liquid detergent / soap) from all joints and con­nections after leak testing.

A3

C3

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Attach the Warming Rack (A3) to barbecue body as shown.
Place the Side Burner Grid (C3) onto the side burner shelf.

Note: Only use cookware with a base diameter of between 150mm and 220mm on the side
burner.

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5. Important Information

Please read these instructions carefully
before assembly and use of your barbecue.

 Retain these instructions for future

reference.

 This product is for outdoor use only. Do not

use indoors.

 Do not use the barbecue or store gas bottles

below ground level. LP gas is heavier than
air so if a leak occurs the gas will collect at a
low level and could ignite in the presence of
a flame or spark.

 For use with LPG bottled gas only. A

suitable regulator must be used for butane,
propane or mixes.

 Remove plastic wrap from any part before

lighting.

 Do not use within 1m of any flammable

structure or surface. Do not use under any
combustible surface.

 LP gas bottles should never be placed

directly underneath the barbecue.

 LP gas bottles should never be stored or

used laid on their side, in the horizontal
position. A leak would be very serious and
liquid could enter the gas line with serious
result.

 Never store gas bottles indoors.
 Open the barbecue hood before lighting.
 Once lit, do not move the barbecue until it

has completely cooled, after use.

 This barbecue must not be left unattended

when lit.

 The hood or lid handle can become very hot.

Grip only the centre of the handle. Always
use oven gloves when cooking or carrying
out any adjustments to the barbecue.

 Use purpose designed barbecue tools with

long, heat resistant handles.

 Use Caution when opening hood or lid, as

hot steam inside is released upon opening.

 Parts of this barbecue become very hot –

care must be taken, especially when
children, elderly people, and animals are
present.

 Turn off the gas supply at the gas bottle

after use.

 Never cover a barbecue until it has

completely cooled.

 Use this barbecue only on a stable, flat

surface.

 Before you use your barbecue, perform a

leak test. This is the only safe and sure way
to detect any gas leaking from joints and
connections of the barbecue after assembly.

 Leak test annually, and whenever the gas

bottle is removed or replaced.

 Do not store flammable materials near this

barbecue.

 Do not use aerosols near this barbecue.
 Failure to follow the manual‘s instructions

could result in serious injury or damage.

 Modification of the barbecue may be

dangerous, is not permitted and will nullify
any warranty.

 If you have any queries regarding these

instructions, contact your local dealer.

6. Gas, Regulator and Hose

This barbecue can use either propane or
butane or propane-butane mixed LPG (liquid
petroleum gas) bottled gas. Propane bottles will
supply gas all year round, even on cold winter
days. Butane bottles will supply sufficient gas in
summer, but it may affect the performance of
the barbecue and restrict the heat output
available from the burners, particularly once the
gas temperature starts to fall below +10°C. A
spanner may be required to change gas bottles.

 The hose should hang freely with no bends,

twisting, tension, folds, or kinks that could
obstruct free flow of gas. Always inspect
the hose for cuts, cracks, or excessive wear
before use.

 Apart from the connection point, no part of

the hose should touch any hot barbecue
parts. If the hose shows any sign of
damage it must be replaced with a hose
suitable for use with LP gas which meets
the national standards for the country of
use.

 A suitable hose must comply with ISO3821,

and the length should not exceed 1.5
metres.

For optimal performance, we suggest to use a
13kg gas bottle. A suitable regulator must
comply with EN12864. 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 and

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regulators.

7. Installation

7.1. Selecting a Location

This barbecue is for outdoor use only and
should be placed in a well-ventilated area, and
on a safe and even surface. Never place your
barbecue below ground level. 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, including trees and fences
and make sure that there are no heat sources
near the barbecue (cigarettes, open flames,
spark etc.). Keep this barbecue away from any
flammable materials!

7.2. Precautions

Do not obstruct any ventilation openings in the
barbecue body.

Position the gas bottle on level ground next to
the barbecue and safely away from any source
of heat.

Should you need to install or 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.

7.3. Connecting a Gas Hose to the Barbecue

Connect the gas hose to the gas rail inlet on the
left hand side of the barbecue. Do not
overtighten. Do not use any sealing tape, paste
or liquid on the connection.

7.4. Fixing a 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.

8. Operation

8.1. Warnings

 Before proceeding, make certain that you

u n d e r s t a n d t h e I M P O R T A N T
INFORMATION section of this manual.

 Your barbecue is not designed to be used

with more than 50% of the cooking area as a
solid plate — this includes baking dishes.
Full coverage will cause excessive build-up
of heat and damage the barbecue. This is

not covered by warranty.

 Only use cookware with a base diameter of

between 150mm and 220mm on the side
burner.

8.2. Preparation Before Cooking

To prevent foods from sticking to the cooking
surface, 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.) During use, the
protective coating may come off the cooking
surface. This is normal and is not harmful.

Line the drip pan with aluminium foil. This will
absorb excess cooking fat, thus making cleanup
easy.

8.3. Lighting the Barbecue

 Open the barbecue and side burner hood or

lid before lighting. Never light your barbecue
or side burner with the hood or lid closed.

 Ensure all knobs are in the off position.

Open the gas control valve on the gas bottle
or regulator.

 Push and turn the control knob of the

leftmost burner to the high position. Press
the ignition button rapidly several times until
burner is lit.

 If burner fails to ignite after following above

procedure, turn all the knobs to the off
position. Close the gas valve on the gas
bottle. Wait 5 minutes. Reattempt all of the
above steps. If the barbecue still fails to
light, please refer to the manual ignition
instructions below.

 After successful lighting of the leftmost

burner, ignite the remaining burners in
sequence from left to right. Confirm each
burner is alight before igniting another
burner.

 After ignition, turn the burners to the high

position for 3-5 minutes in order to pre-heat
the barbecue. This should be done before
each cooking session. The hood or lid
should be open during preheating.

 After completion of preheating, turn all

burners to the low position for best cooking
results.

8.4. Manual Ignition Instructions

 Open the barbecue and side burner hood

before lighting. Never light your barbecue or
side burner with the hood or lid closed.

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 Ensure all knobs are in the off position.

Open the gas control valve on the gas bottle
or regulator.

 Insert lit match through the right match-

lighting hole on the right side of the
barbecue body and place near rightmost
burner porthole.

 Push and turn the rightmost control knob

anti-clockwise to the high position, taking
care to protect yourself from the flames.

 When the right burner is lit, turn the

remaining burners on from right to left.

 Confirm that each burner is alight before

turning on the next burner.

 To light the side burner place the lit end of a

long match alongside the side burner. Push
and turn the side burner knob anti-clockwise
to the high position, taking care to protect
yourself from the flames.

 If a burner fails to ignite, contact your local

dealer for assistance.

 After ignition, turn the burners to the high

position for 3-5 minutes in order to pre-heat
the barbecue. This should be done before
each cooking session.

 After completion of preheating, turn all

burners to the low position for best cooking
results.

8.5. Grill Cooking

The burners heat up the flame tamer / lava rock
underneath the grill, which in turn heats the
food on the grill. The natural food juices
produced during cooking fall onto the flame
tamer / lava rock below and vaporise. The
subsequent rising smoke bastes the food, as it
travels upwards, imparting that unique
barbecued flavour.

8.6. Griddle Plate Cooking

The burners heat the griddle plate directly,
which then cooks the food on contact. Griddle
plates allow for the cooking of smaller items,
such as seafood, which could fall through the
spaces of a grill. They are also suitable for
cooking items that require high-temperature/
short-duration cooking, such as vegetables and
smaller cuts of fish. Similarly, it can be used in
exactly the same way as a griddle in the
kitchen, for searing steaks, cooking eggs, etc.
Alternatively, it can be used for heating pans or
keeping food warm.

8.7. Roasting Hood Cooking

Barbecues equipped with a roasting hood give

the option to form an ‗oven‘ for roasting or

baking food, such as joints of meat or whole
chickens, etc. More even cooking of food will
actually be achieved by using the barbecue with
the hood down. However, this should only be

done with the burners on low.

For best results, place the food you wish to
bake or roast on a metal baking tray and set it
on one side of the cooking grill.

Turn the burner directly under the food to the
OFF position and turn all other burners to a
LOW to MEDIUM position.

Close the hood to cook the food ‗indirectly‘.

Avoid lifting the hood unnecessarily as heat is
lost every time the hood is opened. If the hood
is opened during cooking please allow extra
time for the barbecue to regain its temperature
and complete the cooking. Use the temperature
gauge to monitor the heat of the barbecue.

If the internal heat becomes too high, turn the
burners down to the low position. It is not
necessary or advisable to have all of the
burners on high when the hood is closed.

DO NOT ALLOW YOUR BARBECUE TO
OVERHEAT. Be careful of hot steam when
opening the hood.

8.8. Warming Rack (where supplied)

Warming racks are a convenient way to keep
cooked food warm or to warm items such as
bread rolls. It is advisable to place food
(particularly fatty foods) to the front of the
warming rack to avoid the possibility of juices
and fat running down the back of your
barbecue. Always check that your warming rack
is properly fitted before use.

8.9. Rotisserie Operating Instructions
(Optional accessory, hooded models only)

1. Carefully remove the cooking surfaces and
the warming rack (where supplied) from the
barbecue.

2. If applicable, slide the lava rock in baskets
to the centre of the barbecue body. It is
over this area that the meat will be cooked.

3. Slide one of the spit forks onto the spit rod
and tighten its thumb screw to secure it into
place. Insert the pointed end of the spit rod
into the meat being cooked and slide the
meat towards the centre of the rod. Make
sure the fork is fully into the meat. Slide the
other fork onto the rod, into the meat, and
tighten the thumb screw once in place. For

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optimal rotisserie cooking, food must be
placed securely onto the middle of the spit
rod and balanced so that the rotisserie can
rotate freely without interference from any
barbecue surfaces. Any loose sections of
meat should be secured so they do not
hang down and interfere with the rotation of
the spit rod. Do not overload the rotisserie.
A chicken or joint of meat of approximately
2kg should be the maximum.

4. Insert the pointed end of the spit rod into
the motor. Lay the other end of the spit rod
onto the opposite bracket.

5. Light the grill as specified in your
barbecue‘s instructions.

6. Turn on the rotisserie motor to begin
rotisserie cooking. The hood has been
designed so that it may be closed during
rotisserie cooking.

7. Always cook foods on the lowest flame
setting to avoid burning or overcooking.

8.10. Flare-Up Control

*** Very Important Notice ***

Flare-ups occur when meat is barbecued, and
its fat and juices fall upon the hot flame tamer /
lava rock. Smoke of course helps give food its
barbecued flavour, but it is best to avoid
excessive flare-up to prevent food being
burned. To control flare-ups, it is
ABSOLUTELY ESSENTIAL to trim away
excess fat from meat and poultry before grilling,
use cooking sauces and marinades sparingly
and try to avoid very cheap cuts of meat or
meat products as these tend to have a high fat
and water content. Also, the burners should
always be placed on the low setting during
cooking.

When flare-ups do occur, they can usually be
extinguished by applying baking soda or salt
directly onto the flame tamer / lava rock.
Always protect your hands when handling
anything near the cooking surface of the
barbecue and take care to protect yourself from
the flames.

If a fat fire occurs, please see the instructions
given below.

8.11. Fat Fires

Empty and clean the drip tray and drip pan (and
foil liner, if applicable) of food debris after each
cooking session. If the barbecue is to be used
for large gatherings, it will be necessary to turn
off and cool the barbecue every two hours to

remove food debris from the drip tray and drip
pan (and foil liner, if applicable), and clean it
out. The time between cleaning may need to be
reduced if very fatty foods or cheap meat
products are being cooked. Failure to do this
may result in a fat fire, which may cause injury
and could seriously damage the barbecue.

In the event of a fat fire:

 If safe to do so, turn all control knobs to the

‗off‘ position.

 Turn off the gas supply at the gas bottle.
 Keep everyone at a safe distance from the

barbecue and wait until the fire has burnt
out.

 Do not close the hood or lid of the barbecue.
 NEVER DOUSE A BARBECUE WITH

WATER. IF AN EXTINGUISHER IS USED,
IT SHOULD BE A POWDER TYPE.

 DO NOT REMOVE THE DRIP TRAY.
 If the fire does not seem to be abating or

appears to be worsening, contact your local
Fire Brigade for assistance.

8.12. End of Cooking Session

After each cooking session, turn the barbecue

burners to the ―high‖ 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.

8.13. 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 supply at

the bottle.

Wait until the barbecue is sufficiently cool
before closing its hood.

9. 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.

 Never handle hot parts with unprotected

hands.

 Never douse the barbecue with water when

its surfaces are hot.

In order to extend the life and maintain the

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condition of your barbecue, we strongly
recommend that the unit be covered when left
outside for any length of time, especially during
the winter months. Heavy-duty Outback®
barbecue covers and other accessories are
available from your local Outback® stockist.

Even when your barbecue is covered for its
protection, 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. It is possible for mould to grow on any
fat remaining on parts of the barbecue. This
should be cleaned off smooth surfaces with hot
soapy water.

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.

9.1. Cooking Surfaces & Warming Rack

When the barbecue has cooled, clean with hot
soapy water. To remove any food residue, use a
mild cream cleaner on a non-abrasive pad. Do
not use scouring pads or powders as they can
permanently damage the finish. Rinse well and
dry thoroughly. Due to the weight of the cooking
surfaces, we do not recommend cleaning in a
dishwasher.

9.2. Burner

Provided that they are operating correctly, in
normal usage, burning off the residue after
cooking will keep the burners clean.

The burners should be removed and cleaned
annually, or whenever heavy build-up is found,
to ensure that there are no signs of blockage
(debris, insects) in either the burner portholes or
the primary air inlet of the burners. Use a pipe
cleaner to clear obstructions.

When refitting the burners, be careful to check
that the neck of the burner fits over the valve
outlet.

It is quite normal for surface rust to be present
on the burners. If rust appears between uses or
in storage, clean with a soft brass wire brush.

9.3. Flame Tamer (where supplied)

Remove any food residue from the flame tamer
surface with a plastic or wooden scraper or
brass wire brush. Do not use a steel scraper or
wire brush. Clean with hot soapy water and

rinse well.

9.4. Lava Rock (where supplied)
It is not necessary to remove and wash the lava
rock in order to keep it clean. Burning off the
residue for 3 to 5 minutes after each cooking
session should be sufficient. Heavily
impregnated lava rock should be turned over so
that the dirty side faces the burners in order to
burn off any residue. Replacement lava rock is
available from your local Outback® stockist.

9.5. Drip Tray

After every use, empty and clean the drip tray
(and foil liner, if applicable) of any fat or food
particles, using a plastic or wooden scraper if
necessary.

Failure to keep it clean, and excessive build up
can result in a fat fire. This can be hazardous
and severely damage the barbecue. This is not

a fault in the barbecue and is therefore not
covered by the terms of the warranty. If

required, the tray can be washed in hot soapy
water.

9.6. Barbecue Body

Regularly remove excess grease or fat from the
barbecue body using a cloth wrung out in hot
soapy water and dry thoroughly. Excess fat and
food debris can be removed from inside the
body using 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.
Do not use abrasives. 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.

A stainless steel cleaner may be used on
stainless steel parts if required.

9.7. Barbecue Hood or Lid

Use a non-abrasive cloth or pad and clean with
hot, soapy water. Do not use scouring pads or
powders as they can permanently damage the
finish.

9.8. Fixings

All screws and bolts, etc. should be checked
and tightened on a regular basis.

9.9. Storage

Ensure the barbecue is properly cooled before
covering or storing. Store your barbecue in a

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cool dry place.

Cover the burners with aluminium foil in order to
prevent insects or other debris from collecting in
burner holes.

If the barbecue is to be stored indoors, the gas
bottle must be disconnected and left outside.
The gas bottle should always be stored outside,
in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from any
sources of heat or ignition. Do not let children
tamper with the bottle.

When using the barbecue after extended
periods of storage follow the cleaning
procedures.

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10. Technical Specifications

Specifications subject to change without prior notice.

Notes:

CE

Approval

Heat

Input

Burners

Injector

Size

Gas /Pressure

Outback®

Meteor

Select 4

Burner

Gas BBQ

0359

359BR665

12.96
kW

4

0.89mm

0.89mm

Butane: 28-30mbar

Propane: 37mbar

LPG mixtures: 30mbar

Side

Burner

0359

359BR665

2.94
kW

1

0.84mm

0.84mm

Butane: 28-30mbar

Propane: 37mbar

LPG mixtures: 30mbar

Gas Consumption:
Outback® Meteor Select 4 Burner Gas BBQ: 943g/hr
Side Burner: 214g/hr

Countries of Use:

I

3+ (28-30/37)

BE, CH, CY, CZ, ES, FR, GB, GR, IE, IT, LT, LU, LV, PT,

SK, SI

I

3B/P(30)

BE, CY, CZ, DK, EE, FI, FR, HU, IT, LT, NL, NO, SE, SI,

SK, RO, HR, TR, BG, IS, LU, MT

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11. Troubleshooting

For reference and correspondence, record
your serial number here.
(See sticker on side of barbecue body.)

Serial No.__________________

This number may be required when
ordering spare parts or accessories. A part
reference number may also be required
where applicable.

Published September 2014

Problem Possible Cause Solution

Burner will not light using
the ignition system

LP gas bottle is empty Replace with full bottle

Faulty regulator Have regulator checked or replaced

Obstructions in burner Clean burner

Obstructions in gas jets or gas hose Clean jets and gas hose

Electrode or ignition button wire is loose

or disconnected on electrode or ignition
unit

Reconnect wire

Electrode or wire is damaged Change electrode and wire

Faulty ignition button Change ignitor and / or button

Burner will not light with a
match

LP gas bottle is empty Replace with full bottle

Faulty regulator Have regulator checked or replaced

Obstructions in burner Clean burner

Obstructions in gas jets or gas hose Clean jets and gas hose

Low flame or flashback (fire
in burner tube— a hissing or
roaring noise may be heard)

LP gas bottle too small Use larger bottle

Obstructions in burner Clean burner

Obstructions in gas jets or gas hose Clean jets and gas hose

Windy conditions Use barbecue in a more sheltered posi-

tion

Gas valve knob difficult to
turn

Gas valve jammed Replace gas valve