KO6382DU - Cooker TRISTAR - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL KO6382DU TRISTAR

Congratulations and thank you for purchasing this high quality product.

Please read the instruction manual carefully so that you will be able to make

the best possible use of the appliance. This manual includes all the necessary

instructions and advice for using, cleaning and maintaining the appliance. If

you follow these instructions you will be guaranteed of an excellent result, it

saves you time and will avoid problems. We hope you will have a great deal of

pleasure from using this appliance.

• Please read the instruction manual carefully before using the device.

Please keep these instructions, the guarantee certicate, the sales

receipt and, if possible, the carton with the inner packaging.

• This appliance is not intended to be used by persons (including

children) with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack

of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision

or instructions concerning the use of the appliance by a person that is

responsible for their safety.

• By ignoring the safety instructions the manufacturer can not be hold

responsible for the damage.

• The appliance must be placed on a stable, level surface.

• Do not use when the appliance is fallen, if there are any signs of damage

• Do not touch hot surfaces. Use handles or knobs.

• Never use the device unsupervised.

• All repairs should be made by a competent qualied repair service(*).

• Make sure that the appliance is stored in a dry environment.

• The use of accessory that are not recommended by the manufacturer

can cause injuries and will invalidate any warranty that you may have.

• Allow the appliance to cool down before you clean or store it.

• Do not use this appliance near direct heat sources.

• Allow the device to cool down before you are going to remove or

replace spare parts.

• We advise to place a heat resistant coating between your table and the

appliance (this way you don't get burns on your table or table cloth).

* Competent qualied repair service: after sales department of the producer

or importer or any person who is qualied, approved and competent to

perform this kind of repairs in order to avoid all danger. In any case you

should return the appliance to this repair service.

important points before usinG your

• This stove is designed for use outdoors, away from any ammable materials.

• The gas stove must not be moved while operating. The appliance must

be completely cool before moving or transforming the stove into its

• Never operate the stove with the lid in the closed position (transport

position) as this will damage the paint nish and aect the safe

operation of the appliance.

• The gas stove must be used on a non-combustible hard standing. Damage

may occur to combustible materials such as wooden table or plastic tables

if the appliance is placed directly on the surface of the table.

• The appliance and the gas cylinder must be placed on a at level hard surface

when in use. If used on the ground in an area with long grass ensure that the

grass is not long enough to enter under the appliance or at the sides as this

could result in the grass catching re and starting a more serious re.

• The gas stove must be sited with at least a 500 mm gap between both

sides and the rear of the appliance and at least 1 m from the cooking

grid of the appliance and any combustible or non-combustible

materials above the appliance.4

• The appliance should be protected from direct draughts and shall be

positioned or protected against direct penetration by any trickling

• This gas stove is suitable for use with at bottomed saucepans of

diameters between 14 cm and 22 cm. Pans of larger or smaller

diameters, rim based vessels and convex based vessels must not be

used on this appliance.

• This gas stove should be leakage tested before initial use and whenever

the cylinder has been reconnected after lling.

• Never site the cylinder right next the stove. Always place the cylinder at

the rear of the gas stove. The cylinder should be sited as far away from

the gas stove as possible without straining the hose.

connectinG the Gas cylinder to the

• This appliance is only suitable for use with low-pressure butane or

propane gas, tted with the appropriate low-pressure regulator via a

exible hose. The hose should be safely secured to the regulator and

• This appliance is designed to operate with 5 kg till 15 kg butane or

propane gas bottles, with an adequate pressure reducing valve. See

below schedule for gas and operating pressure:

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• Use only regulators and hose approved for gas at the above pressures.

The life expectancy of the regulator is estimated as 10 years. It is

recommended that the regulator is changed within 10 years of the date

• The use of the wrong regulator or hose is unsafe; always check that you

have the correct items before operating the stove

• For the connection of this gas stove you need an approved gas hose

with a recommended length of 80 cm. It should be replaced if it appears

to be damaged or cracked. You need to check on this frequently. The

maximum length of the gas hose is 150 cm.

• The gas hose should be connected in such a way that it can’t be twisted.

• You are obliged to replace the gas hose if national circumstances require.

• Always close the gas cylinder valve whenever the gas stove is not in use.5

• The gas cylinder should not be dropped or handled roughly! If the appliance

is not in use, the cylinder must be disconnected. Replace the protective cap

on the cylinder after disconnecting the cylinder from the appliance.

• Cylinders must be stored outdoors in an upright position and out

of the reach of children. The cylinder must never be stored where

temperatures can reach over 50

C. Do not store the cylinder near

ames, pilot lights or other sources of ignition.

chanGinG the Gas cylinder

Precautions need to be taken when changing gas cylinder, which shall be

carried out away from any source of ignition.

• Gas cylinders must be replaced in a ame free environment.

• Do not smoke while changing the gas cylinder.

• Turn o the gas cylinder valve or regulator fully (clockwise) and take the

• Do not attempt to remove the regulator while the gas stove is still running.

• Make sure that the gas stove is extinguished completely.

• Remove the regulator from the empty cylinder.

connection to appliance

• Before connection, ensure that there is no debris caught in the head of

the gas cylinder, regulator, burner and burner ports.

• Spiders and insects can nest within and clog the burner/venturi tube at

the orice. A clogged burner can lead to a re in the appliance. Clean

burner holes with a heavy-duty pipe cleaner

• The stove must be used in a well ventilated area. Do not obstruct the

ow of combustion air to the burner when the stove is in use.

• Only use this stove outdoors.

• Before use check for leaks.

important test for leakaGe

• Make 2-3 uid ounces of leak detecting solution by mixing one part

washing up liquid with 3 parts water.

• Ensure the control valve is “OFF”.

• Connect the regulator to the cylinder and ON/OFF valve to the burner,

ensure the connections are secure then turn ON the gas.

• Brush the soapy solution on to the hose and all joints. If bubbles appear

you have a leak, which must be rectied before use.

• Retest after xing the fault.

• Turn OFF the gas at the cylinder after testing.

If leakage is detected and cannot be resolved. Do not attempt to repair

leakage but consult your gas dealer.

settinG up the stove for use

liGhtinG instructions:

• Turn the gas tap control knobs clockwise to “OFF“ position.

• Connect the regulator to the gas bottle. Turn the gas supply “ON” at

the cylinder. Check with the use of soapy water for any gas leakage

between the bottle and the regulator and the appliance connection

• Open the lid fully before lighting the burners. Turn one of the control

knobs turning anti-clockwise to the large ame symbol position, full

rate position whilst holding a match to the burner to be lit, this will light

the burner. If the burner does not light, repeat this process.

• If the burner has not lit after two attempts, turn o the gas tap, wait

5 minutes and then repeat step 3.

• When the burner is lit. The remaining burners may now be lit by

following instructions 3 and 4 above precisely.

• The taps can be adjusted to a low rate position marked with a small

ame symbol or any rate between full and low rate.

• To turn the stove ‘OFF’ turn the cylinder valve or regulator switch to the

‘OFF’ position and then turn all of the control knobs on the appliance

clockwise to the ‘OFF’ position when the ame have extinguished.

• Warning: If the burner fails to ignite, turn the control knob o

(clockwise) and also turn the cylinder valve o before attempting to

relight with ignition sequence.

• Before cooking for the rst time, operate the stove for about 15 minutes

with the gas turned on HIGH. This will “heat clean” the burners.

• Clean your stove after each USE. DO NOT use abrasive or ammable

cleaners, as it will damage the parts of the product. Clean in warm

WarninG: Accessible parts may be very hot. Keep young children away

from the hot appliance at all times (even while cooling down!).

caution: All cleaning and maintenance should be carried out when the

stove is cool and with the gas supply turned OFF at the gas cylinder.

Use mild detergent or baking soda and hot water solution. Non-abrasive

scouring powder can be used on stubborn stains, then rinse with water.

Use a mild soapy water solution. Non-abrasive scouring powder can be

used on stubborn stains then rinse with water.

cleaninG the burner assembly

• Turn the gas OFF at the control knob and disconnect the cylinder.

• Remove pan support.

• Clean the burner with a soft brush or blow clean with compressed air

and wipe with a cloth.

• Clean any clogged ports with a pipe cleaner or sti wire (such as an

opened paper clip).7

• Inspect burner for any damage (cracks or holes). If damage is found,

replace with a new burner. Reinstall the burner, check to ensure that

the Gas valve orices are correctly positioned and secured inside the

burner inlet (venturi).

storaGe of appliance

Storage of an appliance for transport or indoors is only permissible if the

cylinder is disconnected and removed from the appliance. When the

appliance is not to be used for a period of time it should be stored in its

original packaging and stored in a dry dust free environment.

• Tristar is not liable for damages occurred through:

o In case the appliance has fallen.

o In case the appliance has been technically changed by the owner or

another third party.

o In case of improper use of the appliance.

o In case of normal wear of the appliance.

• By executing repairs the original warranty period of 2 years will not

be extended, nor the right to a complied new warranty. This warranty

is only legal on European soil. This warranty does not overrule the

European directive 1944/44CE.

• Always keep your receipt, without this receipt you can not claim any

form of warranty whatsoever.

• Damage caused by not following the instruction manual will lead to a void of

warranty, if this results in consequential damages Tristar will not be liable.

• Tristar will not be liable for material damage or personal injury caused

by improper use or if the safety instructions are not properly executed.

• Cleaning, as mentioned in this manual, is the only necessary

maintenance for this appliance.

• When the appliance should be repaired, make sure that this will be

performed by an authorized company.

• This appliance may not be amended or changed.

• If problems arise during the 2 years from the date of purchase, which

are covered by the factory warranty, you can go back to the point of

purchase to replace it for a new one.

• For questions or compliances please contact your retailer “point of

• This appliance is covered with a 24 month guarantee starting on the

date of purchase (receipt).

• Only material or manufacturing defects are included in this warranty.

• If you wish to make a claim please return the entire machine in the

original packaging to your dealer together with the receipt.

• Damage to accessories does not mean automatic free replacement of

the whole appliance. In such cases please contact our hotline. Broken

glass or breakage of plastic parts are always subject to a charge.

• Defects to consumables or parts subject to wearing, as well as cleaning,

maintenance or the replacement of these parts are not covered by the

guarantee and hence are to be paid!

• The guarantee lapses in case of unauthorized tampering.

• After the expiry of the guarantee repairs can be carried by the competent

dealer or repair service against the payment of the ensuing costs.

Guidelines for protection of the

packaGinG The packaging is 100% recyclable, return the packaging

5015 BH Tilburg, The Netherlands

5015 BH Tilburg, The Netherlands

5015 BH Tilburg, The Netherlands

5015 BH Tilburg, The Netherlands

5015 BH Tilburg, The Netherlands

5015 BH Tilburg, The Netherlands

5015 BH Tilburg, The Netherlands

5015 BH Tilburg, The Netherlands