Landmann 31342 - Danger of Carbon Monoxide Poisoning; Danger of Burns and Fire

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LANDMANN
Danger "burns and re"
During operation some parts of the barbecue can become very hot, particularly those close to the
re bowl and the lid. If a gust of wind enters the re bowl, it can cause ying sparks and/or the
formation of ames.
Possible consequences:
• Severe burns from touching hot parts.
• Fire or smouldering re if ammable materials or substances are near the barbecue.
Safety measures prior to using the barbecue:
• When setting up the barbecue, make sure that
• there are not, and will not be, any ammable materials or substances nearby. The minimum
distance to ammable materials or substances is 5 m and the minimum distance to ame-
resistant materials or substances, e.g. house walls, is at least 1 m.
– the barbecue is protected from the wind.
– the barbecue is positioned rmly on a suciently large surface area. It must not be moved
during operation.
Safety measures while barbecueing:
• Wear protective barbecue gloves.
• Never leave the barbecue unattended. Take particular care to ensure that children and pets are
kept away from the barbecue.
Safety measures after using the barbecue:
• Close the ventilation slots under the re bowl so that less oxygen is supplied to the embers.
• Place the lid on the re bowl so that the embers are covered.
• Open the vents in the lid so that the heat can escape.
• Monitor the barbecue until it has cooled down. Only then should you clean it.
Danger "carbon monoxide poisoning"
Carbon monoxide is produced through the incomplete combustion of carbonaceous material such as
charcoal or briquettes. Lack of air circulation increases the concentration of the toxic gas. Open win-
dows or doors do not oer any security. As the combustion gases are not extracted directly via ue
systems when using charcoal barbecues indoors, there is a risk of severe poisoning because the gas
spreads silently throughout the room. Carbon monoxide is odourless, colourless and non-irritating.
Therefore, it does not trigger any warning eect in humans. The gas is lighter than air and it can
accumulate easily in the surrounding environment through oxygen displacement. It is absorbed via
the lungs swiftly and silently.
Possible consequences:
• Death or severe personal injury as a result of carbon-monoxide poisoning.
Safety measures:
• Only use the barbecue outdoors and ensure that the area is well-ventilated.