Cadac Maestro 3B User Instructions - page 4
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5. USING ThE APPlIANCE
• Do not stand the cylinder on the ground when using the
appliance or when it is connected to the appliance. It must
be hanging from the cylinder bracket situated on the side of
your BBQ.
• Use this appliance only on a firm level surface.
• Before use ensure that the drip tray is in place. It helps to
place water or sand in the tray before using the appliance
as the fat will drip into the sand and this will assist in
preventing flaring. It will also assist in cleaning after use as
the fat will be easier to remove from the surface of the drip
tray.
• Note: Never place sawdust or any other combustible material
in or on the drip tray.
• Make sure that the cylinder is correctly fitted to the appliance
and that the cylinder control valve is in the open position.
• To light the appliance using the automatic ignitor, push in
and turn the control knob in an anti-clockwise direction until spring resistance is felt. Hold the knob in this position for
3-5 seconds to allow the gas to flow and then turn the knob fully anti-clockwise to the ON position. This will cause the
automatic ignitor to light the burner. Should the burner not ignite turn the control knob to the OFF position and repeat the
process until the burner ignites.
• Note! All burners are fitted with an automatic Ignitor.
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Cross lighting: To light the burners using Cross lighting, light the left hand burner as described above.
• To light the remainder of the burners, simply turn their control knobs to the HIGH position while ensuring that the lighting
sequence is such that any burner to be lit up is directly adjacent to a burner which is already burning.
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Manual ignition: To light the burners manually, first remove the grids and the deflector plate directly underneath it. Strike a
match and position it next to the left hand burner. Turn on the gas supply to that burner only by pushing the control valve
in and turning it in an anti-clockwise direction. This will ignite the burner. Once the burner is ignited, carefully replace
the deflector plate and pressed grids. You will now be able to light the remainder of the burners as described in ‘Cross
lighting’.
• Use the control knobs to adjust the individual burner flame intensity to the desired level by turning the knob anti-clockwise
to increase the flame and clockwise to decrease it. If flaring occurs, first check that the primary air supply apertures in the
burner mixing tube are not blocked.
• After use, first close valve on gas cylinder. When the flame has extinguished close the burner control valves on the
appliance by turning control knobs fully clockwise.
• Using the air-intake adjuster: (See Fig. 5)
• A normal flame is blue and may have a yellow tip. If the flame is completely yellow, it may be that the air-intake adjuster
is not correctly set. To set the air-intake adjuster, follow the steps below:
• Depending on where the appliance is operated, it may be necessary to set the air-intake adjuster.
• To obtain a blue flame, loosen the locking screw and adjust the air-adjuster by rotating it clockwise or anti- clockwise until
the desired flame is obtained.
• This process needs to be repeated on all the burners.
6. COOkING ON ThE APPlIANCE
• The grids heat up evenly, searing meats and locking in their natural juices and flavours.
• Preheat the grids before cooking. lightly coat your food with oil, to prevent it sticking to the grids.
• For the best results, keep the lid closed while cooking, and only use 2 burners on HIGH. The heat inside the lid should not
exceed 250°C.
7. DIRECT OR INDIRECT COOkING
• Direct cooking is recommended for foods that can be cooked in less than half an hour (e.g. steaks, fish fillets, chops,
hamburger patties, etc.).
• Food is placed directly over the heat source. As juices from the food drip onto the deflector plate, it creates the “smoke”
that gives the food that irresistible barbecue flavour.
• Indirect cooking is similar to roasting and is recommended for whole meats (e.g. roasts, whole chickens, vegetables or even
baking bread, etc) that need to be cooked slowly.
• This is done by either turning down the heat source or by lighting the two side burners only and placing the food over the
centre burner.
• All cooking done in this manner requires the lid to be closed. With the lid closed the circulated heat ensures that the food
is cooked evenly, much like a convection oven.
• The built-in thermometer in the lid indicates the cooking temperature inside the barbecue and can be used to monitor and
control the heat settings for excellent results.
8. CARING fOR ThE COOkING SURfACES
• You will add years to the life of your grid if you use plastic or wooden utensils when cooking.
• Do not overheat the grid and always add a little cooking oil to the surface before use.
• Always allow the grid to cool before immersing it in water.
• Vitreous enamel is perfectly safe in the dishwasher, but the surface is so easy to clean that a quick hand wash does the
trick. The use of abrasive detergents is not recommended, as this will permanently scratch or mark the surface.
• If through misuse, burned grease or food residue collects on the surface, it can usually be removed with warm water and
mild detergent. In an extreme case, it can be removed by a thorough cleaning with a mixture of 3 tablespoons of bleach,
1 tablespoon of liquid detergent and 1 cup of water. Apply to the cooking surface with a sponge or plastic scrubbing pad.
After cleaning, recondition the surface with a light wipe of oil before re-use.
9. GENERAl MAINTENANCE
• There are no predetermined maintenance intervals for this appliance.
• It is dangerous to use an appliance with a cracked or perished seal and / or hose. Inspect both seals and hose regularly and
replace if they are not in order, before using the appliance.
• If the appliance was in use, it will be hot. Allow to cool sufficiently before attempting any maintenance.
• It is highly recommended that you cover the BBQ with a CADAC BBQ cover . This is especially important if the BBQ stands
outside on the patio as it will need to be protected from the elements.
• The CADAC Patio BBQ is fitted with a CADAC Jet to regulate the correct amount of gas. Should the hole in the Jet become
blocked this may result in a small flame or no flame at all. Do not attempt to clean the Jet with a pin or other such device
as this may damage the orifice, which could make the appliance unsafe.
Replacing a Blocked Jet
• Ensure that the cylinder valve is closed, then disconnect the appliance from the gas cylinder.
• Remove the grids. Remove the enamelled deflector plates to expose the burners. Remove the drip tray and the retaining
screws of the affected burner.
• Remove the affected burner by lifting it out of its location taking care not to damage the control valve whilst doing so. This
will expose the jet.
• Unscrew the blocked jet with a suitable spanner and replace it with a new jet. Do not use pliers on the jet as this may
damage the jet making it unusable or impossible to remove.
• Do not over tighten as this may damage the Jet. To re-assemble, reverse the above procedure.
Replacement of Hose
• The hose length should be between 800mm and 1.2m. Check the expiry date on the hose and replace when necessary.
Fitting of a hose is described in Section 3. Only lPG hose that complies with BS 3212 or SANS 1156-2 may be used with
this appliance.
Replacement of Regulator
• It is important that the connection between the regulator outlet and the low pressure hose is tight and that it is secured
with a metal hose clamp. Always check the joint for gas leaks as described in section 3 above before use.
10. TROUBlE ShOOTING
• A normal flame is blue and may have an orange or yellow tip. If the flame is completely yellow, it may be that the jet is not
securely fitted. Re-tighten to give a gas tight seal. An overfilled gas cylinder can also cause large yellow flames. Cylinder
should be returned to filling station and checked by weight.
• Check that the primary air supply apertures in the Burners are clear and free of obstructions. Also check that there are no
obstructions inside the venturi. Remove the affected burner by lifting it out of its location (see ‘Replacing a Blocked Jet’
above). Remove whatever material is blocking the venturi, such as insect nests.
• If the flame power drops or the gas will not light, check that the gas cylinder still contains gas (shake to hear the noise
made by a liquid). If there is still gas, the jet might have become blocked or partially blocked.
• If you suspect a blocked jet, follow the instructions above.
11. ClEANING
• The warming rack is removed by lifting it from the body and can be washed in a detergent solution.
• To clean the enamelled deflector plates, wash them in a warm soapy water solution or a non-abrasive detergent.
• To clean the cooking surfaces and drip tray, immerse in a soapy water solution to loosen the cooking residues and brush
with a stiff brush. Rinse in clean water.
• To clean the body, simply wipe with a damp cloth using a little detergent, if necessary.
• To help prevent rust on the stainless steel units, it is recommended that every so often the BBQ is cleaned using a damp
cloth and water, and thereafter rinsed using a handful of Bicarbonate of Soda in a bucket of cold water.
• After cleaning and rinsing, it is imperative that the BBQ is thoroughly dried before covering with a CADAC BBQ cover.
• Do not use abrasive cleaners or scourers as this will cause permanent damage to the painted surface.