Tested and approved to AustralianStandards AS/NZS 2918 and AS/NZS4013/4012.

Prior to installation check with yourstate and local authorities regardingany specific regulations that mayapply.

Please keep these instructions forfuture reference.

Burn hardwood only.

Owner s manual for’

Norseman Wood HeatersCOVERS MODELS - FORESTER (STANDARD FIRE BOX)

LEGEND (STANDARD FIRE BOX)LUMBERJACK (SLIMLINE FIRE BOX)NEVADA (SLIMLINE FIRE BOX)

FIRST THINGS FIRST...

Congratulations on your purchase of a quality Norseman wood heater. This product is designedaccording to strict environmental, quality and safety standards and should give you years of troublefree home heating.

Read these instructions carefully to get the most out of your heater and to ensure safe andsatisfactory heater performance. In particular, we would like to draw your attention to thesewarnings.

Be careful of what you burn:

Protect yourself and your familyfrom burns:

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Use only dry, well seasoned hardwood.

Do not use coal or briquettes.

Do not burn garbage in the firebox asgarbage can cause a dangerous soot build upand increase the amount of smoke yourheater produces.

Do not burn chemically treated timber as thepoisonous gases given off could damageyour stove.

CAUTION: THE USE OF SOME TYPES OFPRESERVATIVE-TREATED WOOD ASFUEL CAN BE HAZARDOUS.

Do not place any types of builders board egfibro, cement sheeting (or any other materialsnot specified and tested by the manufacturer)inside the firebox.

The exterior surfaces of the heater willbecome hot during operation. For protectionof children, the elderly or infirm, provide afirescreen to prevent contact with theappliance in operation.

To protect against injury from burns, usecaution when operating the appliance. Inparticular, when loading the firebox, provideadequate protection for your hands.

WARNING: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE

LIQUIDS OR AEROSOLS TO START OR

REKINDLE THE FIRE.

WARNING: OPEN AIR CONTROL BEFORE

OPENING FIRING DOOR.

Use your heater according to theseinstructions:

The heater can get very hot, sowatch obvious fire hazards:

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CAUTION: THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BEMAINTAINED AND OPERATED AT ALLTIMES IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESEINSTRUCTIONS.

Do not throw logs into the firebox. Alwaysplace logs carefully.

Load logs with ends pointing to the front of theheater. This will help prevent logs rollingforward.

Do not overfire (allow firebox to glow red) asthis could damage your firebox.

Always leave a minimum of 25 mm (1�) of ashin the bottom of the firebox. Never empty itcompletely.

The appliance or flue system should not bemodified in any way without the writtenapproval of the manufacturer.

Do not place clothing or other combustiblematerials on top of the heater.

Do not store flammable liquids near theheater.

Do not store fuel close to the stove.

DO NOT BURN WITH DOOR OPEN.

WARNING: ANY MODIFICATION OF THE

APPLIANCE THAT HAS NOT BEEN

APPROVED IN WRITING BY THE TESTING

AUTHORITY IS CONSIDERED AS

BREACHING AS/NZS 4013.

CAUTION: THIS APPLIANCE SHOULDNOT BE OPERATED WITH A CRACKEDGLASS.

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WARNING: DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE

LIQUIDS OR AEROSOLS OR PLACE

THESE IN THE VICINITY OF THIS

APPLIANCE WHEN IT IS OPERATING.

WARNING: DO NOT STORE FUEL WITHIN

HEATER INSTALLATION CLEARANCES.

Exclusion of Liability

Whilst every care has been taken in formulating these instructions, no responsibility whatsoever will attach toand/or claim lie against, the manufacturer and/or the distributor of the heater as a result of any failure to followthe whole or any part of the instructions and/or as a result of incorrect information herein and/or any omissionhere from.

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ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW HEATER

There are a number of heaters in the Norseman range. Some are mounted on posts, while othersare mounted on columns that require assembly. Convection models are supplied with fans, whichwill need to be assembled. All heaters will require firebrick and baffle plate assembly.

Column Models Only

There are a few different column styles. Somedo not require screws: you assemble the columnby inserting the tags located at either end of thefront and rear panels. Push the front and rearpanels down to lock tags into position. Thecolumn can be further secured if you wish byfitting self tapping screws into the holes providedbetween the tags (screws not provided).

Other side panels have nuts and screwsprovided for you to screw the panels together.

If your heater comes with a fan, the side panelswill have two holes at the top for securing thefan. These must face the rear of the firebox.

The earth wires on thefan will need to be fixedto the column. Refer todetail view to the right.

N e x t , f i t t h ea l u m i n i u mheatshield to the topo f t h e c o l u m n ,ensuring the shieldlocates in the slots att h e t o p o f t h ecolumn.

You must now attachthe firebox. Lay thefirebox on its back.Locate the column onto the four locating pointson the base of the heater. For the Forester andthe Legend, the side of the column with a 45 mmgap on the bottom edge goes at the rear of theheater. For the Nevada, the side of the columnwith the 10 mm gap goes at the rear of theheater.

Secure the column to the base of the heater withthe four self tapping screws provided.

Now stand the heater and column assembly upand place into the base.

Fan Assembly

Fix the fan to the column using the four locatingscrews provided.

Fit the base and mounting post assembly to thebase of the firebox with four small silver boltsand nuts supplied, with the nuts being on theunderside.

Carefully stand the heater upright. Place intoposition for installation.

The fan can be removedf o r c l e a n i n g b yunscrewing the locatingscrews. Remember todisconnect the powersupply before touchingthe fan.

Deflector & Heat Shield

(For Forester only) Fit the top deflector and rearheatshield to the rear of thefirebox by pushing the longscrews throughthe holes on theback fireboxpanel. Fit thetop deflectorfirst, then thespacers, rearheatshield andfinally the nuts. Secure tightly.

Place the heater on its backusing protective material onthe floor to prevent scratching.

Assemble the base andmounting post with four (4)small black bolts and nutssupplied, with nuts being onthe underside.

Fit the rear heatshield bypushing the four long bolts provided through thesquare holes in the rear of the firebox wall, fromthe inside to the outside.

Screw the four spacers provided over the fourbolts protruding from the rear of the firebox.

Align rear shield with bolts, position and thenthread the nuts provided and tighten.

Post Models Only

ASSEMBLING YOUR NEW HEATER

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Firebricks (Standard Firebox)Standard sized fireboxes use 7 firebricks and aceramic base liner in the arrangement shownbelow.

Place the base liner down so that it is flushagainst the front of the firebox. Place twofirebricks on each side laying down. Place threefirebricks at the back standing upright.

Now place the brick retainer along the backfirebricks so that the lip hangs over the front ofthe bricks.

If necessary, push the side bricks towards theback of the heater so they sit against the brickretainer. This arrangement prevents the backbricks from falling forward.

Firebricks (Slimline Firebox)Slimline fireboxes use 6 firebricks and a ceramicbase liner in the arrangement shown below.

Place the base liner down so that it is flushagainst the front of the firebox. The base liner inthe Lumberjack comes in 3 sections rather thana single sheet. Place two firebricks on each sidestanding upright. Place two firebricks at the backlaying down sideways.

Now place the brick retainer along the backfirebricks so that the lip hangs over the front ofthe bricks.

If necessary, push the side bricks towards theback of the heater so they sit against the brickretainer. This arrangement prevents the backbricks from falling forward.

All Models - Baffle Plate

The baffle plateMUST be installedprior to operatingthe app l i ance .Ensure that thebaf f le p la te ispointing forward.

The left side of theplate should bedirected over the plate bracket and pushedagainst the top left edge of the firebox. The righthand side should then be lifted up over the righthand bracket. The plate can now be allowed torest into position. Ensure the plate is sittingevenly on both brackets, and is pushed all theway to the back of the heater.

Radiant Models Only - Kick PlateTo assemble the kick plate, use the two shortlocating screws provided.

Insert the screws from the inside of the fireboxand then screw the spacer to the front, as shownin the diagram below. Use the spacers with thethreaded tip.

Now, place the kick plate against the spacersand secure with the two dome nuts provided.

INSTALLATION - GENERAL NOTES

Before Beginning

Before beginning the installation of your woodheater, you should note the followingprecautions:

It is strongly recommended that acertified/qualified installer perform theinstallation.

You may need to get council approval priorto installation.

You should also check with your insurer forany requirements they may have.

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WARNING: THE APPLIANCE AND

FLUE-SYSTEM SHALL BE INSTALLED

IN ACCORDANCE WITH AS/NZS 2918

A N D T H E A P P R O P R I A T E

REQUIREMENTS OF THE RELEVANT

BUILDING CODE OR CODES.

WARNING: APPLIANCES INSTALLED

I N A C C O R D A N C E W I T H T H I S

STANDARD SHALL COMPLY WITH THE

REQUIREMENTS OF AS/NZS 4013

W H E R E R E Q U I R E D B Y T H E

REGULATORY AUTHORITY I.E. THE

APPLIANCE SHALL BE IDENTIFIABLE

BY A COMPLIANCE PLATE WITH THE

MARKING �TESTED TO AS/NZS 4013.

WARNING: ANY MODIFICATION OF

THE APPLIANCE THAT HAS NOT BEEN

APPROVED IN WRITING BY THE

TESTING AUTHORITY IS CONSIDERED

TO BE IN BREACH OF THE APPROVAL

GRANTED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH

AS/NZS 4013.

CAUTION: CRACKED AND BROKENCOMPONENTS, e.g. GLASS PANELS ORCERAMIC TILES, MAY RENDER THEINSTALLATION UNSAFE.

The correct flue system is critical to theperformance of your wood heater. It musteither be tested with the heater or be a defaultflue kit.

We recommend you use a Maxiheat DefaultFlue Kit.

Flue Installation

CAUTION: MIXING OF APPLIANCE ORFLUE-SYSTEM COMPONENTS FROMDIFFERENT SOURCES OR MODIFYINGTHE DIMENSIONAL SPECIFICATION OFC O M P O N E N T S M A Y R E S U L T I NHAZARDOUS CONDITIONS. WHERE SUCHA C T I O N I S C O N S I D E R E D , T H EM A N U F A C T U R E R S H O U L D B ECONSULTED IN THE FIRST INSTANCE.

Flue Height Requirements

Your flue must extend the required heightabove your roof to promote sufficient draught.If the flue is not high enough, the heater will not�draw� properly causing smoke to spill backinto the room.

The minimum height of the active flue must be4.6m in length measured from the hearth plateto the flue termination point. The flue mustextend at least 1m out of the roof. The fluemust clear any ridge or obstruction within a 3mradius by a minimum of 1m.

For very steep roofs (45° or steeper) it is oftenimpractical to get above the highest point. Theuse of an anti-downdraft cowl is advisable.

On flat roofs, the flue must extend a minimumof 1.5m.

There are other variables that can affectdraught (eg trees or tall buildings nearby). Ifyou have the correct flue height and still haveproblems, consult your dealer.

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INSTALLATION

Location

Select a location for your wood heater withgreat care.

Do not place your heater in areas of hightraffic, near furniture or draperies.

Check that the intended location will notinterfere with ceiling joists, rafters, valleysand ridges.

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Hearth Requirements

Hearth Clearances

If your wood heater is to be installed on carpet,timber or any other combustible material, youmust place a hearth (also known as a floorprotector) underneath the heater. Pleaseobserve the following:

The hearth must consist of at least 17 mmof noncombustible material

It is not recommended that you make yourown hearth

The hearth and heater assembly must beplaced on a firm and level surface.

It is necessary to ensure that the heater ispositioned on the hearth so that therequirements stated on the separate enclosedsheet or the back of the heater are observed.The diagrams show the distance by which thefront of the hearth and the sides of the hearthshould extend past the heater door.

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Heater Clearances

It is vital that the heater be installed the properdistance from combustible surfaces like wood,gyprock and curtains. These minimumdistances which you need to observe for yourparticular heater are stated on the separateenclosed sheet or the back of your heater. Thediagrams show both parallel and cornerinstallations.

Failure to maintain these minimum distancesmay result in a fire for which your insurer mayrefuse to cover.

Reduced Clearances

These clearances can be reduced with properheat shielding. Basically a noncombustiblesurface is placed between the heater and thecombustible wall. It is vital that anunobstructed air flow be maintained betweenthe two surfaces to remove excess heat.

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WOOD SELECTION

Few things affect the performance of your heater as much as the fuel you burn. Take note of thefollowing:

What Not To Burn

What To Burn

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Softwood (except kindling)

Wet or unseasoned wood

Treated or painted timber

Saltwater wood

Coal or charcoal

Garbage, plastic etc

Any solvents, kerosene, petrol or anyflammable liquid.

Quite simply, dry seasoned hardwood.

From when wood is first cut down, it takes up to12 months of dry storage for the wood toseason properly. The seasoning process isunderway when cracks begin to appear at theends of cut timber.

Use of moist or unseasoned wood will result inexcessive smoke, longer startup times, a lazyflame that requires more air to stay alight,creosote build up in the flue and on the doorglass, and a much less powerful fire. Thereason is simple. Heat that would normally begoing into the room is wasted boiling water thatis trapped inside the wood. This poorperformance costs you money in wasted fueland increased maintenance.

It is difficult to determine if wood is dry just bylooking at it. If you can hear the wood sizzleand hiss, or can see moisture bubbling fromthe wood surface, then your wood is too wet. Inpractice, the best thing you can do is to be sureof the source. Buy your wood from reputablewood merchants. Make sure you store thewood correctly.

Wood Storage

Wood Splitting

It is important that wood be stored undercover. Even wood that is years old will absorblarge quantities of moisture if exposed to theelements.

It is advisable that wood is stacked to allowsome air flow in and around the logs. This willhelp keep the wood dry.

It is best to have on hand a good range of woodsizes to help control the fire. The rule of thumbis: the hotter the fire, the bigger the log you canput in.

You need very small pieces of kindling toget the fire started efficiently.

Small pieces up to about 50mm thick aregood when the fire is still being established,or when you want to revive a fire that hasburnt low.

Larger logs are excellent for long burnsonce the fire is well established.

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USING YOUR HEATER

Before using your wood heater, study this entire section carefully. It will assist you in achievingmaximum efficiency and enjoyment.

Curing the Paint

Operating The Air Control

Various parts of your heater have been coatedwith high quality paints to protect them and togive them an attractive finish. You will need to�break-in� your heater to harden or cure thesecoatings.

While curing, be careful not to touch thepainted surfaces as the paint will be quite soft.

The basic rule is: cure slowly, over about threeburns, without a hot fire. During the curingprocess it is normal for some smoke and smellto be given off from the surface of the heater.Each time, some windows should be openedto allow the paint odours to escape. Using afan also helps disperse the odours. For thisreason it is best done during the day.

1. The first fire should be kindling only andshould last for about 20 minutes. Leave thedoor slightly ajar to stop the door rope fromsticking.

2. Once the heater has cooled down, repeatthe process.

3. The third fire should be a normal fire of atleast 45 minutes.

By this time, your heater should be cured. Incolder conditions, or if the heater uses a fan, itmay take slightly longer. The house should beventilated until all odours are gone.

You can control whether your heater burns onhigh or low with the air control lever found oneither the front or the side of the heater,depending on the model. The high and lowpositions are clearly marked on all models.

For low burns - Use this setting for low burning,or for extended burn times.

For medium burns - This is the optimal settingfor normal use.

For high burns - Use this setting for starting thefire and for at least 30 minutes after loadingand reloading.

Lighting The Fire

Wood burns most efficiently when placed in avery hot fire. These procedures are designedto bring your firebox to the right temperature asquickly as possible.

Put the air control on high.

Place a large amount of kindling in a criss-cross pattern over a firelighter. Make sureplenty of air can get into the stack and aroundeach piece of kindling.

Add a few small pieces of wood on top. Thefirebox should be about half full of fuel.

Ignite the firelighter.

Continue to add small pieces of wood until abed of hot glowing coals is established.

Place two or three thoroughly dry split logs(about 80-100mm diameter) on the wellestablished fire. Logs will burn better if theyare placed with their ends near the glass, iefront to back.

Leave the air control on high for about 30minutes. After this time, the firebox should behot enough for normal operation, so you canturn down to medium or low.

Adding fresh wood cools the fire down, sowhen you need to replenish the fuel, turn theair control to high for about 30 minutes to bringthe firebox temperatures back up to normal

Always leave the air control on high for at least30 minutes after reloading.

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USING YOUR HEATER

A Few Hints

Overnight Burns

Restarting After an OvernightBurn

Wood should be stacked front to back - withthe ends facing the door - and with spacebetween them for air to flow around.

The door should remain closed at all timesexcept when first establishing the fire andwhen loading.

There are many factors that can affect the wayyour heater burns, including flue height, woodtype, shape, amount, the way it is stacked,wind conditions and outside air temperaturesto name a few. You will find that before longyou will get to know how your heater worksbest for you.

Large unsplit logs are the best fuel to use.

Make sure you have a good strong bed ofglowing coals and the heater is hot beforeloading the logs.

Place a load of wood on the strong base fireand coals, shut the door and leave on high forabout 30 minutes or until the logs are charredall over.

Turn down to low.

Adjust air control to high.

Rake the hot coals.

Place some kindling and small logs on thecoals.

Once the fire is established, start putting onlarger logs.

Removing Ashes

Heaters With Fans

When the ashes are level with the fireboxopening, it s time for a clean out. This shouldonly be done when the firebox has completelycooled. Removing hot ashes is hazardous.

Push chunks of charred wood to one side.These will burn in the next fire, so it would be ashame to waste them. Using a metal scoop,remove excess ash and place in a metalcontainer.

You should leave a small amount of ash in thefirebox to provide an insulating base for thenext fire. Rake them over so they form a flatbed.

When disposing of the ashes, keep them in ametal or other non-combustible container witha tight fitting lid. Move them outdoorsimmediately to an area clear of combustiblematerials. Do not place them in plasticreceptacles.

If your heater is fitted with a fan, the fan shouldonly be used on �high� or �boost� when the aircontrol is on the maximum setting.

The fan should never be used when the airsetting is on �low� or overnight setting.

We also recommend not using the fan until 30minutes after the fire is first lit.

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CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Your heater has been designed as a heavy duty appliance capable of withstanding normaloperating conditions.

Care

Cleaning

Routine Maintenance Schedule

The firebox liners where fitted must be treatedwith care. Avoid throwing logs into the fireboxas this may fracture the liners.

Painted surfaces: to clean painted surfaces,wipe over with a soft, damp cloth. Do not useharsh solvents and cleaning agents as thesecan damage the coating. Buff dry with a soft,dry cloth.

If your heater is installed in a coastalenvironment, where salt air will come incontact with the heater, this cleaning processshould be performed weekly to avoid the saltcausing deterioration of the paint andsubsequently rust.

Door glass: sometimes black deposits willbuild up on the inside of the door glass. Toremove this build up, rub gently with a plasticscourer pad moistened with water anddetergent. Then use the damp and dry clothsas before. Hot glass cleaner is also availablefrom your heater retailer.

At beginning of the season and at least every 8weeks during the season

Inspect and clean the flue system. To dothis, remove the baffle plate and flue cowl,and clean out with a flue brush.

Check the painted surfaces. If there is anywear, for instance from cleaning orabrasion, touch up paint is available fromyour dealer.

At end of season

Inspect the door glass for any cracks andreplace if necessary.

Inspect door rope and seals and replace ifnecessary.

Inspect firebox for wear or excessivecorrosion.

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* Check that the air slide moves smoothly. Ifit is sticky, lubricate it with high temperaturegrease available from your local hardwarestore.

Creosote Build Up

When the heater is continually burnt with lowerthan normal fire temperatures, eg due tounseasoned wood, higher than acceptableamounts of smoke are produced whichcondense on the inside of the flue. This buildsup as a black, tar-like deposit called creosote.

A thin layer of creosote inside the flue isnormal and will not cause a problem. Oncethere is a layer more than 3mm thick, problemscan occur.

1. If the layer is thick enough, it restricts theflue and can cause insufficient draw andeven smoke spillage back into the house.

2. More seriously, creosote is combustible,and can ignite. A flue fire is easy to detect,involving a roaring sound, a vibration of theflue, and sometimes flames and sparksshoot out of the top of the flue.

To avoid creosote build up and the fires thatmay result, burn seasoned wood with the aircontrol set to medium or high for most of thetime.

To remove creosote when it does build up,remove the baffle plate and flue cowl, and usea flue brush to clean the flue system. Toremove the baffle plate, slide the plate up onone side and then down around the bracketson the other.

In case of a flue fire, do not panic. Your fluesystem has been constructed to withstandhigh temperatures. Immediately close the aircontrol down to its lowest setting. Do not openthe door. Once the fire has extinguished, youshould have your flue system inspected by aqualified service person.

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CARING FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

Caring for our planet means reducing pollution and managing our resources intelligently. Everyresource we use today we are borrowing from our future generations.

The key to successfully meeting our future energy requirements lies in our ability to manage existingresources wisely. Unlike fossil fuels such as oil, coal and gas, wood can be managed on asustainable basis.

This is why wood is one of the wisest, most cost effective and environmentally efficient forms ofhome heating available today.

You can make a further positive contribution to the environment by following these important steps:-

Operating Your Heater

Other Things You Can Do

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Always burn good, dry hardwood. This willyield the greatest amount of heat for theleast amount of fuel.

Never burn green or unseasoned wood, orwood that is wet. This will waste energy,cause excessive smoke and reduce theperformance of your wood heater.

Do not allow your wood to smoulder. Yourfire should always burn brightly andcleanly. Check the flue occasionally to seeif there is any excessive smoke.

Ensure your home is adequately insulated.This will reduce your energy requirements,and lessen your fuel bills, or the need togather fuel. This in turn reduces pollution.

Do not overheat your home! If you feel hoteven when wearing light clothing, then youare wasting energy.

Install ceiling fans in the main rooms.These are an excellent investment in yearround comfort. Because hot air rises,ceiling fans push this hot air back closer toground level to keep you warmer.

Landcare

A portion of the sale of your heater is donateddirectly to Landcare by the Australian HomeHeating Association.

Landcare is one of the most proactivecommunity based environmental groups inAustralia today. Almost 5000 Landcare groupshave sprouted across Australia and like themillions of trees Landcare has planted, they'restill growing. One of three farmers is a memberof Landcare.

These groups get involved in activities like treeplanting and revegetation, weed removal,fencing, feral animal control, water qualitymonitoring, nature surveys, riverbank repair,and sustainable agricultural techniques.

Landcare groups are usually formed becausethere is a problem. Locals notice changes intheir environment and decide to do somethingabout it. Landcare groups can grow out ofneighbouring farms, or neighbours in the citythat share a local park. Landcare groups areworking on all imaginable ecosystems inAustralia, from dry and dusty central Australia,to tropical rainforests of Queensland and themountains in Tasmania.

WOOD HEATING IS GOOD HEATING

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NEED ACCESSORIES?

Your Barbeques Galore store also sells a range of attractive, goodvalue accessories for your heater like mesh guards, toolsets andwood baskets.

Also, you can ask about maintenance products, firelighters, touch uppaint, flue cleaning products and more.

For your nearest Barbeques Galore store call

1300 BARBEQUES

GLG Australia Pty LtdBuilding A2, Campus Business Park350-374 Parramatta RoadHomebush NSW 2140

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