Tips and Advice

In response to many emails that we have received we have formulated the following answers to frequently asked barbecue related questions.

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How Should I Clean My Lava Rock?

Lava rock can be cleaned by lighting the burners on full for 3 to 5 minutes. This should be do... Please login to view

How Do I Clean The Chrome Plated Warming Rack?

Wash with hot soapy water. A chrome cleaner may be used if required. To prevent rusting, wipe ... Please login to view

How Do I Clean The Porcelain Enamel On The Hoods, Grills And Griddles?

Enamel is a thin, glass based coating fused onto metal and as such needs to be treated with care. login to view

How Do I Clean The Plastic And Painted Parts Of My Outback Barbecue?

Wipe with a cloth rung out in hot soapy water and dry. Excess fat and food debris can be remov... Please login to view

How Do I Clean The Cast Iron Burners?

Any food debris should be removed on a regular basis. It is normal for rust to form on the cas... Please login to view

How Do I Clean The Galvanised Drip Tray And Fat Cups?

Excess fat and food debris must be removed using a plastic or wooden scraper. This needs to be carri... Please login to view

How Should I Store My Barbecue Over The Winter?

Your Outback barbecue can be stored inside or outside. Never leave the barbecue uncovered and e... Please login to view

Where Can I Get A Meat Thermometer?

Try Sainsbury’s or a similar store. The cost was less than £5.00. ... Please login to view

How Do I Change My Details, As My Email Address Has Changed?

Go to the Home Page and on the top right hand side of the screen you will see "Change Your Details."... Please login to view

I Have An Omega Barbecue, Should I Be Looking At 2 Burner Products Or Only Omega Products?

The Omega barbecue has two control knobs but it only has one burner. Anything that you may want... Please login to view

What Is The Difference Between The Elite Covers And The Standard Covers?

When we say "Standard Covers " we mean covers to fit the barbecues before 2004. The Elite covers are... Please login to view

If I Do Not Have A Griddle On My Barbecue Can I Use A Griddle Pan Or Griddle Plate

Yes you can use either. Just place it on the grill section of the barbecue. I have actually stated... Please login to view

Can I Get A Rotisseries For My Omega?

We do not have a rotisserie for the Omega Range. For cooking small joints, chickens etc. try using ... Please login to view

Can The Smoker Box Be Used With The Charcoal Bakehouse?

Yes, the smoker box can be used with the Bakehouse. Place the box directly on top of the charc... Please login to view

Can I Put My Porcelain Coated Grills And Griddles Into A Dishwasher?

We do not recommend this.mostly due to the weight but another reason is because the enamel is actual... Please login to view

What Gas Should I Use And Where Can I Purchase It From?

There are two types of gases that you can buy for Outback barbecues. 1 Butane - suitable for u... Please login to view

Help Me Understand About Smoke Chips

There are many varieties of ‘smoke chips’ or ‘smoke chunks’ on the market. The standard woods are hi... Please login to view

How Can I Test Where My Hot / Cool Spots Are On My Gas Barbecue?

The Toast Test for Gas Barbecues

If you do this test around tea time, the toast will not ... Please login to view

How Do I Find Out More About Smoking Pellets And Planks.

You will find a good deal of information in the "Cooking Tips" Section of the site. This should... Please login to view

Easy Guide For Propane And Butane Gas.

The gas inside either a Butane bottle or a Propane bottle will be in liquid form. Liquid gas as it ... Please login to view

Treating The Wood Sections Of The Barbecue>

The hardwood that is used on the barbecues will naturally weather and change in appearance and it is... Please login to view