Spit braai user manual

1. Safety precautions

• Keep this manual handy — it gets easier every braai, but check back when in doubt.
• Keep children away while it is running. The unit gets very hot.
• Never stand the spit braai on the ground while in use. Use a trolley or a solid table.
• Always keep a pair of braai gloves within reach.
• Use it in a well-ventilated, protected spot — away from wind and open flames.
• Never overload the grid or rod. That is what strips the gears.
• Keep the motor dry. Never place it in water or leave it out in the wet.
• Keep anything flammable away from the unit.
• Never turn the rod or grid by hand — it damages the internals.
• You want ventilation, but not a draft blowing through it.

2. Setting it up and lighting it

• Connect the gas pipe to the spit with the clamp supplied.
• Attach the regulator end of the pipe to your 9kg gas bottle. If your bottle is smaller than 9kg, use a swivel regulator.
• Open the spit braai and load the grid or rod with your meat.
• Fit the motor and power it — 2 × D batteries, or a plug point for the 220V motor. To run a battery motor off electricity, use a 500mA 1.5V–12V adjustable adapter set to 3V.
• Hold a lighter or match close to the burner on the inside of the spit braai.
• Open the gas valve. The burner will light and glow red.
• Never let gas build up inside the spit before lighting it.
• Never light it in windy conditions.
• Close the door securely, switch on the motor, and let it turn.

3. Cleaning and maintenance

• Warm water and mild dish soap on the grid, rod and exterior.
• No abrasive pads or scourers — they scratch the steel.
• Wipe down the motor if any debris builds up on it.

4. Storage

• Store it somewhere dry and dust-free.
• Avoid humid or wet spots — that is what shortens a unit's life.
• Use a Spitbraaiers cover to keep dust, insects and weather off it.

5. Troubleshooting

• Won't light? Start with the gas bottle — check it is not empty.
• Check every gas connection for leaks with a soapy water solution.
• Motor not turning? Check the batteries are in the right way, or that the plug has power.
• Still nothing? Clean the jet with a jet cleaner from any hardware shop.

6. Warranty and liability

• Our burners and regulators are LPGSASA approved.
• Spitbraaiers does not accept responsibility for damage, injury or loss caused by the product.
• Follow the safety precautions and setup instructions above to avoid accidents.
• For anything warranty related, get hold of us and we will sort it out.

7. Recommended cooking times

For the Mini and Family spit. Times are a guide — wind, gas pressure and the size of your cut all move the needle.