OUTDOOR PIZZA OVEN INNOVATIVE DESIGN CREATES CULINARY PERFECTION
Dear Sloan Outdoors Customer, Thank you for choosing Sloan Outdoor Products. We recommend you read this manual carefully to fully understand the capabilities and safety information associated with our Sloan Fire Outdoor Pizza Oven. This manual contains important information on proper assembly, operation, and care of your product. By following this manual s outline of instructions, it will ensure that you safely enjoy your pizza oven for many years to come. For more information about accessories for this product and information on all of our Sloan Outdoor Products, please visit our website at sloanoutdoors.com If you ever have any questions about operating or caring for your Sloan Fire Outdoor Pizza Oven, please feel free to contact our Customer Support Team at: (877)-799-3199 or info@sloanoutdoors.com
important safety This appliance is for outdoor use only. It is not to be used inside a garage, other building or any type of enclosed area. warning: Failure to follow the information in owner s manual may result in fire or explosion, causing property damage, personal injury or death. Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using your fire outdoor pizza oven. important note: This appliance is not intended to be installed in or on a boat or recreational vehicle.! DANGER! IF YOU SMELL GAS: 1. shut off gas to the appliance. 2. extinguish any open flame. 3. remove door. 4. if odor remains, keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or fire department. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS COULD RESULT IN FIRE OR EXPLOSION WHICH COULD CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. IMPORTANT:Damage caused by a failure to heed the warnings or follow the safety instructions and practices described in this Owner s Manual is not covered by the warranty. Owner s Manual Important Information 3
table of contents WELCOME. 1 CONTROLS. 15 IMPORTANT INFORMATION. 3 BEFORE COOKING. 16 SAFE OPERATION. 6 LIGHTING YOUR PIZZA OVEN. 18 LP TANK INFORMATION. 8 BURNER ADJUSTMENTS. 20 GAS REQUIREMENTS. 10 VALVE ADJUSTMENTS. 25 LEAK TESTING. 12 COOKING WITH YOUR PIZZA OVEN. 26 PIZZA OVEN LOCATION. 13 GENERAL TIPS. 27 PIZZA OVEN ASSEMBLY. 14 Owner s Manual Table of Contents 5
safe operation warning: When operating, portions of your fire outdoor pizza oven get hot enough to cause severe burns. Never leave children or pets unattended when oven is in use and never allow anyone to sit or stand on oven. Also do not try and remove any portion of the oven, including the hood, when oven is on or while it is cooling down. note: The fire outdoor pizza oven produces intense heat. If not properly installed or operated, the risk of accidents or potential injuries is increased. Please use extreme caution and carefully follow all instructions, including the following: To reduce the risk of damage to the oven or injury to yourself, please read this Manual thoroughly. Properly install the oven based on the instructions provided. Do not repair or replace any part of the fire oven yourself unless it is specifically recommended in this Owners Manual. All other service must be carried out by a qualified gas technician. Children should never operate the Fire oven and always stay at an appropriate distance when oven is in use. Never place items in or around the oven that are of interest to children. Never place unopened food containers in the Fire oven since the build up of pressure from the heat may cause the container to burst. Never lean on any part of the fire oven when oven is in use or not in use. Make sure to pay special attention when you are lighting the oven and be aware of which burner you are attempting to light. Always be sure you are pushing the ignition button on side of oven when you attempt to light each burner. Always light the oven with the doors open to be able to get a clear view of the flames. While you can preheat the oven with the doors closed, always be cautious of the areas surrounding the handles inclusing the glass. These areas can become very hot. The oven exterior and interior areas become extremely hot and can cause severe burns. When the burners are on or the oven is still hot, never touch the cooking deck, any part of the oven s interior or any surface near the front of the fire oven, including the doors. Also be cautious of the roof of the oven, especially near the vent at the back of the roof, since these exterior areas become the most hot during operation. Do not use any type of cleaner, including water, on a hot fire oven. Never use any liquids directly on the cooking deck when cleaning. Palce both knobs in the OFF position and allow the oven to fully cool before using any aerosol cleaner on it or near it. The chemical used for aerosol propellant could ignite in the presence of heat. Remember to never use cleaner on the ceramic cooking deck. Always use dry pot holders when touching or removing hot items from the oven. Damp pot holders or gloves may cause steam burns. Never use a towels or cloths in place of pot holders. Pot holders should never touch hot portions of the fire oven or get near the open flame. 6 All Rights Reserved. 2015 Sloan Outdoor Products
safe operation CONTINUED Only use the oven in a well ventilated area. Do not operate the fire oven under an unprotected combustible construction. The oven is for outdoor use only. Do not obstruct any of the openings on the fire oven or obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air. Do not build the fire oven into any structure that is closer than 6 inches from the sides and back, and 12 inches from the top. Keep all gas hoses away from any hot surfaces of the oven, internal or external. Keep all electrical cords away from the hot surfaces of the fire oven. Have your fire oven installed by a qualified technician. Have the installer show you were the gas supply shut off valve is located and instruct you in its operation so that you can shut off the gas to the fire oven. If you smell gas, there could be a problem with the gas installation to the oven. If the gas connections are not perfectly sealed, you can have a small leak resulting in the faint smell of gas. If you think you may have a leak, close the gas supply shut off valve and call a qualified technician to locate and resolve the leak. california proposition 65 warning The burning of gas cooking fuel generates some by-products that are on the list of substances which are known by the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive harm. California law requires business to warn customers of potential exposure to such substances. To minimize exposure to these substances, always operate the fire oven according to this use and care guide and ensure you provide good ventilation when cooking with gas. Owner s Manual Safe Operation 7
lp tank safety information note: A liquid propane cylinder should never be overfilled beyond the cylinder filling capacity. Overfilling may create a dangerous condition. Overfilled tanks can build up excess pressure. The standard safety device on tanks is the safety relief valve. This valve vents propane gas vapors to relieve excess pressure. These vapors are combustible and can be ignited. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS TO HELP AVOID RISK OF FIRE OR EXPLOSION Never replace the liquid propane regulator or hose with a different type than the model supplied. Never use a rusty, dented or otherwise damaged LP tank. Never connect the fire oven to anything other than the fuel source indicated on the serial plate. Factory conversion kits are available for switching fuel sources. Contact Sloan Outdoor Products or an authorized dealer for details. Conversion kit installation must be done by a qualified technician. The LP-gas cylinder must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve from damage. Ensure proper ventilation of the cylinder. The cylinder supply system must be arranged for vapor withdrawal.! DANGER: 1. do not store a spare gas cylinder under or near this appliance. 2. never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full. 3. if instructions 1 and 2 are not followed exactly, a fire causing death or serious injury may occur. IMPORTANT: Damage caused by a failure to heed the warnings or follow the safety instructions and practices described in this Owner s Manual is not covered by the warranty. 8 All Rights Reserved. 2015 Sloan Outdoor Products
lp tank safety information Continued DANGER: avoid routing the gas supply hose or placing a propane cylinder in a position where it may create a hazard for people walking by. this can create a tripping hazard and may pull the fire oven off the counter or tip it over creating a serious risk of injury and/or fire.! The LP-gas supply cylinder to be used must be constructed and marked in accordance with the specifications for LP-gas cylinders, U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) or the standard for Cylinders, Spheres and Tubes for the Transportation of Dangerous Goods, CAN/CSA-B339. When the fire oven is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder. The fire oven may be stored indoors, but only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the oven. NEVER STORE YOUR LP TANK INDOORS. Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and must not be stored in a building, garage or any other enclosed area. The pressure regulator and hose assembly supplied with the fire oven must be used. Replacement pressure regulators and hose assemblies must be the type specified by Sloan Outdoor Products. For replacement parts, contact Sloan Outdoor Products customer service at 1.877.799.3199. Owner s Manual LP Tank Information 9
requirements (Liquid Propane) check the type of gas your fire oven has been configured for by the factory by checking the serial plate on the back of the oven. fire ovens configured for liquid propane gas are orificed differently than ovens configured for natural gas. fire ovens configured for use with 20-pound liquid propane cylinders are shipped with a liquid propane regulator hose assembly attached. CONNECTIONS lp regulator hose assembly connects to the fire oven using a 0.5 npt male with a 0.375 flare adapter. (both included) OPERATING PRESSURE: 11.0 W.C. To connect the LP regulator hose assembly to the LP tank, first make sure the main valve on the tank is completely closed. Make sure that the control valves on the front of the fire oven are turned to OFF. Thread the regulator inlet over the tank valve. Use care to ensure proper alignment of the threaded coupler and avoid cross-threading or damaging the coupler. Turn the black coupler clockwise until tightened up but do not over-tighten. FIRE OVEN BTUs: 34,880 TOTAL BTU/HR IMPORTANT NOTE: After connecting a fresh LP tank, you may need to purge air from the system. Before lighting, open the main valve on the tank. IMPORTANT NOTE: Always close the main valve on the tank before disconnecting or transporting the tank. Turn the control valves on the fire oven to the HIGH position for about 15 seconds to purge air from the system. Turn the control valves on the fire oven OFF and wait 5 minutes for any gas to clear. Finally, continue with the normal lighting procedure. The installation must conform with local codes. In the absence of local codes, the installation must conform with the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/NFPA 54; Storage and Handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gases, ANSI/NFPA 58; Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1; or Propane Storage and Handling, CSA B149.2. NEVER USE A DENTED OR RUSTY LP TANK. NEVER USE A CYLINDER WITH A DAMAGED VALVE. ALWAYS CHECK FOR LEAKS AFTER CONNECTING AN LP TANK. 10 All Rights Reserved. 2015 Sloan Outdoor Products
requirements (Natural Gas) check the type of gas your fire oven has been configured for by the factory by checking the serial plate on the back of the oven. fire ovens configured for natural gas are orificed differently than ovens configured for liquid propane gas. fire ovens configured for use with natural gas are shipped with a gray hose with a quick-connect fitting. CONNECTIONS quick-connect hose assembly (included) connects to the fire oven via 0.5 npt male with a 0.375 flare adapter (included). OPERATING PRESSURE: 7.0 W.C. IMPORTANT NOTE: Always close gas supply shutoff valve before disconnecting the fire oven gas supply hose. IMPORTANT NOTE: An installer-supplied safety shutoff valve MUST be installed on the natural gas supply line for the fire oven. The valve should be easily accessed and located between 3 and 20 feet away from the oven. All gas connections should be made by a qualified technician. The installation and all installer-supplied parts must conform to local codes. In the absence of local codes, the installation and all parts should conform to the National Fuel Gas Code, ANSI Z223.1/ NFPA 54 or Natural Gas and Propane Installation Code, CSA B149.1. All pipe sealants must be an approved type. FIRE OVEN BTUs: 52,488 TOTAL BTU/HR IMPORTANT NOTE: The installer must ensure proper delivery to the fire oven or it will not operate properly. Diameter and length of the gas supply pipe may limit the pressure and BTU delivery of gas to the oven. The appliance and its individual shutoff valve must be disconnected from the gas supply piping system during any pressure testing of that system at pressures in excess of 1/2 psi (3.5 kpa). During any pressure testing of the gas supply piping system at test pressures equal to or less than 1/2 psi (3.5 kpa), the appliance must be isolated from the system by closing its individual manual shutoff valve. Owner s Manual Gas Requirements & Leak Testing 11
leak testing immediately check for leaks if you smell gas. although gas connections on the fire oven are leak tested prior to shipment, a complete test should be performed after installation due to possible mishandling during shipping or installation. periodic checks are also recommended. do not use an open flame to test for leaks. before starting the test extinguish all open flames. do not smoke while performing test. You will need a spray bottle, a brush or a rag. For LP units using a 20-pound cylinder, a full cylinder should be used. Homeowners should only check for leaks on the gas connections that are external to the fire oven. If the valves or other internal connections need to be checked, please call a qualified technician or Sloan Outdoor Customer Service at 1.877.799.3199 conducting the test Begin by making a soap solution of one part liquid dish soap and one part water. Make sure both fire oven control valves are in the OFF position. Turn the gas supply ON. Use a spray bottle, brush or rag to apply the mild soap solution to all connections from the supply line or LP cylinder to the connection on the back of the fire oven. Check all connections. Soap bubbles will appear at any connections with a leak. Turn OFF the gas supply and tighten any leaky connections. Recheck, applying more of mild soap solution. IMPORTANT NOTE: do not use the fire oven unless all connections have been checked for leaks. 12 All Rights Reserved. 2015 Sloan Outdoor Products
fire oven location the sloan outdoor fire oven is designed for easy placement on a non-combustible outdoor counter top, table or cart. things to consider when determining location of your fire oven are foot traffic, areas where people congregate, and access to the gas supply. The fire oven is not intended to be installed in or on a boat or recreational vehicle. Do not place the fire oven on a table or cart that is unable to safely support the 100-pound weight of the fire oven or may topple or tip over. The counter top or other surface should extend 6 inches beyond the sides and back of the fire oven as a safety clearance to protect people from injury. Do not place the fire oven where it is likely to be bumped into or touched. Do not place the fire oven on any surface that allows the fire oven to slide easily or change position. Never place the fire oven where the gas hose creates a safety hazard. Tripping over an exposed gas hose may create a gas leak and/or pull the fire oven off the counter while creating other serious safety hazards. Do not place the fire oven in a building, breezeway, shed or other such enclosed areas. important note: Do not build the fire oven into any type of enclosure that prevents circulation. Proper air circulation in and around the fire oven is critical to its operation. At least 6 inches of clearance should be maintained around the sides and back of the fire oven, and 12 inches above the top of the oven. Do not obstruct the open space below the fire oven. Never place the fire oven underneath an overhead combustible surface. Owner s Manual Location & Assembly 13
oven assembly the majority of the pizza oven has been pre-assembled for you. with your pizza oven you should receive two large ceramic cooking stones, one small cooking stone, and two glass panes for the left and right sides of the oven. if you did not receive one or all of the following please contact sloan outdoor customer service at 1.877.799.3199. pizza oven package / parts list The following parts come standard with your pizza oven, if the listed are not included with your pizza oven please contact Sloan Outdoor Customer Service at 1.877.799.3199. Wide Cooking Stones x2 Top Cooking Stone Door Glass x2 Side Glass x2 Metal Support Plates x2 Ignition Rod Gas Line Crumb Tray professional pizza makers tool kit If you purchased the professional pizza makers took kit you will additionally receive the following, if the listed are not included with your pizza oven please contact Sloan Outdoor Customer Service at 1.877.799.3199. Pizza Peel Pizza Screen Articulated Peel Brass Cleaning Brush Dough Boxes that Stack Dough Scraper assembling your oven 1. place the oven Place the pizza oven in its ideal location before proceeding to the next step. Note the oven should be placed on solid stable surface. 2. remove the top Have some one assist you in lifting and removing the top cover of the oven. Once this is removed it can be placed aside till the end of the process. Be careful not to place the top on a surface that it can damage easily. 14 All Rights Reserved. 2015 Sloan Outdoor Products
oven assembly Continued 3. install innternal parts assembly parts guide 4. Side Glass 3. Top Cooking Stone 2. Wide Cooking Stones 1. Metal Support Plates attention The following steps should be completed in this exact order listed to prevent damage to the parts and/or oven. 1. Start with the two Metal Support Plates. Open the doors and set them in one at a time. 2. After the Metal support plates have been inserted place the pair Wide Cooking Stones on top of them one at a time. Make sure the stones fit nicely within the pizza oven before moving to the next step. 3. After placing the large cooking stones you may install single Top Cooking Stone into the top center space in the center top of the oven. 4. With all the support plates and stones installed you may now inst all the Side glasses by sliding them down into the slot holders on the left and right sides of the oven. 5. The door glass should be installed by slide the glass down into the slots on the back side of each door. NOTE: The door glass should only be installed after all the other internal parts have been installed to prevent accidental damage. 6. At this point the stainless steel top cover can be reinstalled and you have completed the assembly of your pizza oven. Owner s Manual Location & Assembly 15
pizza oven controls a lower burner control knob Controls the height of the flame on the burner below the cooking deck. b upper burner control knob Controls the height of the flame on the burner at the rear of the cooking deck. On HIGH, this flame is visible above the Cooking Deck. c lower burner viewport Allows visual confirmation of lower burner s flame. This port is also used as the manual ignition port for manual lighting procedure (SEE LIGHTING YOUR PIZZA OVEN). a c b Owner s Manual Controls 16
before cooking perform a quick safety check before you use the fire oven. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Clean and inspect the gas hose for wear, cuts, and/or leaks and if found do not use the fire oven. The hose should be replaced before attempting to use the fire oven if any defect is found. Replace the hose assembly with the specified type by Sloan Outdoor Products. Make certain the fuel supply hose is away from any heated surface(s). Check and clear the area near the fire oven of combustible materials and vapors, such as alcohol, gasoline, aerosol containers and dry goods. Route electrical cords from being in contact with the fire oven. The fire oven requires 6 inches of clearance to the left, right and back of the unit and 12 inches above. Make sure there are no obstructions to the ventilation around and under the unit. Do not wear overly loose-fitting clothing such as loose sleeves, which may come in contact with the hot surfaces inside the oven or near the door. Have insulated gloves with long cuffs ready and available. 17 All Rights Reserved. 2016 Sloan Outdoor Products
while cooking 1 2 3 4 5 6 Never attempt to move the fire oven while it is in use or when it is hot. Never attempt to empty the crumb tray while the oven is on or still hot. The tray and its contents become very hot while the oven is in use and can cause serious burns. Do not touch the top of the fire oven, the front shelf or any surfaces inside or near the door opening while the oven is hot. These surfaces can cause serious burns. Take caution with hot food. Hot food can cause serious burns to yourself or those around you. Use a long-handled brass bristle brush to clean the cooking deck. The handle should be long enough that your hands remain safely outside of the oven. The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair your ability to properly assemble or safely operate the fire oven. follow all warnings and instructions when using this appliance. this appliance is not intended for and should never be used as a heater. this appliance is not intended for commercial use. Owner s Manual Before Cooking 18
lighting your fire oven before lighting your fire oven, be sure you have followed proper installation, placement, gas connections leak testing and safe operation instructions, which precede this page. important note: Do not use the fire oven if the odor of gas is present at any time. Follow leak testing procedures before using the fire oven. standard lighting 1 2 3 4 5 Open the fire oven doors before use. DO NOT LIGHT THE FIRE OVEN WITH THE DOORS CLOSED. Make sure the LOWER BURNER and UPPER BURNER control knobs are turned to the OFF position. Turn the main gas supply on. If lighting both burners, light the LOWER BURNER first. Keeping your face well away from the unit, sight through the lower burner view port. Turn the LOWER BURNER control knob to the HIGH/START position. Press and hold the electronic ignition button. Clicking should occur and ignition should take place within 15 to 20 seconds. Watch through the lower burner view port to confirm ignition. If the burner does not light within this time, turn the knob to the OFF position and wait 5 minutes for the gas to dissipate before trying again. If you do not hear clicking, refer to the troubleshooting section of this Owner s Manual. To light the UPPER BURNER, you can sight through the open door of the fire oven, keeping your face well away from the opening. Turn the UPPER BURNER control knob to the HIGH/START position. Press and hold the electronic ignition button. Clicking should occur and ignition should take place within 15 to 20 seconds. Watch through the lower burner view port to confirm ignition. If the burner does not light within this time, turn the knob to the OFF position and wait 5 minutes for the gas to dissipate before trying again. If you do not hear clicking, refer to the troubleshooting section of this Owner s Manual. 19 All Rights Reserved. 2015 Sloan Outdoor Products
lighting your fire oven Continued manual lighting 1 2 3 4 5 Open the fire oven doors before use. DO NOT LIGHT THE FIRE OVEN WITH THE DOORS CLOSED. Make sure the LOWER BURNER and UPPER BURNER control knobs are in the OFF position. Turn the main gas supply on. If lighting both burners, light the LOWER BURNER first. Insert a paper match into the clip on the end of the provided manual ignition wand and light the match. Insert the match end of the wand through the lower burner view port to a position above the lower burner. Turn the LOWER BURNER control knob to the HIGH/START position. Ignition should take place within 15 to 20 seconds. Watch through the lower burner view port to confirm ignition. If the burner does not light within this time, turn the knob to the OFF position and wait 5 minutes for the gas to dissipate before trying again. To light the UPPER BURNER, insert a paper match into the clip on the end of the provided manual ignition wand and light the match. Insert the match end of the wand through the main door of the fire oven and past the cooking deck backstop to a position above the upper burner. Keeping your face well away from the opening, turn the UPPER BURNER control knob to the HIGH/START position. Ignition should take place within 15 to 20 seconds. If the burner does not light within this time, turn the knob to the OFF position and wait 5 minutes for the gas to dissipate before trying again. Owner s Manual Lighting The Fire Oven 20
burner adjustments if a burner is not operating properly, it may be due to variations in the gas supply or because of an obstructed air shutter or orifice. flames should be stable without lifting from the burner. the flames should burn cleanly without creating any soot or residue. upper burner flame properties 1 2 3 The flame should be predominantly orange and clearly visible at the back of the oven. There is a flame diffuser on the burner that creates a more visually appealing flame. It diffuses the gas coming out of the ports, making it so that there is one large flame instead of many small ones. The inner cone should be approximately 3 inches high in average. The outer cone should not touch the ceiling inside the fire oven. If the tips of the outer cone are making contact with the ceiling, the flames are too high. lower burner flame properties 1 2 3 The flame should be blue and stable with only a small amount of orange, if any. There should be little noise and no lifting. The inner cone should be 1/4 inch high. The outer cone should be 5/8 inch high. VISUALLY COMPARE THE FLAMES IN YOUR FIRE OVEN AND ADJUST IF NECESSARY, USING THE INSTRUCTIONS ON THE FOLLOWING PAGES. 21 All Rights Reserved. 2015 Sloan Outdoor Products
burner adjustments Continued note: A sooty flame is usually caused by dirt, debris or insect nests blocking the air shutter or orifice. The fire oven should not be used until the problem is resolved. If you are not comfortable addressing the issue yourself, please hire a qualified technician or contact Sloan Outdoor Customer Service at 1.877.799.3199. OUTER CONE AIR SHUTTER UPPER BURNER INNER CONE LOCK SCREW LOWER BURNER OUTER CONE INNER CONE AIR SHUTTER LOCK SCREW note: if the flame from the upper burner is contacting the ceiling inside the fire oven, contact Sloan Outdoor Customer Service. You may have higher than normal gas pressure and may need a smaller orifice for this burner. Owner s Manual Burner Adjustment 22
IMPORTANT: ALWAYS CHECK BRASS ORIFICES (D AND H BELOW) ARE INSERTED INTO THE HOLES IN THE ENDS OF THE AIR SHUTTERS (A AND E BELOW) AND CENTERED. A Air shutter E Air shutter B Lock screw F Lock screw C Lower burner body G Upper burner body D Brass orifice H Brass orifice D H A B E F C G 23 All Rights Reserved. 2015 Sloan Outdoor Products
burner adjustments Continued cleaning the air shutter It is possible to visually inspect the air shutter from below without dismantling the unit. The air shutter is located directly behind the control valve for that burner. 1 2 3 4 5 Turn off the gas supply shutoff valve or close the main valve on the LP cylinder. Ensure the fire oven control knobs are in the OFF position. Rotate and move the corner of the fire oven to extend no more than 6 inches off the edge of the countertop (Shown below). Using a flashlight, view the screened openings of the air shutter from below. Remove any obvious obstructions from the screen protecting the air shutter. BOTTOM VIEW COUNTER TOP Owner s Manual Burner Adjustment 24
burner adjustments Continued adjusting the air shutter It is possible to adjust the air shutter from below without dismantling the unit. The air shutter is located directly behind the control valve for that burner. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Turn off the gas supply shutoff valve or close the main valve on the LP cylinder. Ensure the fire oven control knobs are in the OFF position. Rotate and move that corner of the fire oven to extend no more than 6 inches over the edge of the counter top (Shown on page 22). Using a screwdriver loosen the lock screw(page 24: B, F). Do not fully remove the lock screw. Once loose, you can rotate the air shutter to adjust the amount of air entering the venturi. Visually inspect that the gas hose has not been stressed, dislodged or otherwise affected by moving the fire oven. If it is safe to do so, and with the fire oven control knobs in the OFF position, turn on the gas supply valve or open the main valve on the LP cylinder. Light the burner using the lighting steps on page 18. ONLY LIGHT THE BURNER TO BE ADJUSTED. Rotating the air shutter, adjust the amount of air entering the venturi. For a lifting flame, slowly close the air shutter until the flame no longer lifts from the burner. For a sooty flame, slowly open the air shutter until the flame burns cleanly. Once a stable flame that burns cleanly and does not lift is found, turn the fire oven control knob to the OFF position then tighten the lock screw. Re-light and confirm the adjustment is ok. Turn the fire oven control knob to the OFF position. Turn off the gas supply shutoff valve or close the main valve on the LP cylinder. Return the fire oven to its normal position on the counter top making sure that the gas hose has not been stressed, dislodged or affected by moving the fire oven during this process. 25 All Rights Reserved. 2015 Sloan Outdoor Products
valve adjustments Low Setting the burner valves feature an adjustable low setting. this adjustment only affects the flame height of the burner when on low. Since you may have fluctuations in gas pressure, it might be necessary to adjust the LOW setting on one or both burner valves. If you adjust the LOW setting, verify that the burner stays lit. Your goal is to set it to the smallest size flame that is still stable. adjusting the valves 1 2 3 4 5 Light the burner and set the control valve to LOW. Remove the control knob by pulling it away from the fire oven. Firm pressure may be required. Hold the valve stem securely with a pair of pliers and insert a thin, flat-tipped screwdriver through the opening in the valve stem and into the slot in the screw inside. Turn the screw to adjust the flame height and make note of size and stability. Adjust to the lowest stable flame height. Turn the burner OFF and replace the control knob on the valve stem. important note attempting to force the control knob onto the valve stem in the wrong orientation may damage the valve. be sure the flat side of the opening in the knob casting is aligned with the flat side of the valve stem. the metal tab welded into the knob opening is placed against the round side of the valve stem. Owner s Manual Valve Adjustment 26
cooking with your fire oven note: the fire oven gets very hot. use caution when working with the oven and do not leave the oven unattended. use insulated gloves with a long cuff to protect your hands and forearms from intense heat. essential equipment We recommend Leather insulated gloves with long cuffs to protect your hands and forearms. Long-handled brass brush, preferably push broom style, for cleaning the cooking deck Heat-resistant pizza peels for transferring food into the oven and rotating pizzas while cooking Aluminum pizza screen to slow down the cooking of the crust when needed (Many of the above and below accessories are offered in our Pizza Maker s Tool Kit at sloanoutdoors.com) other helpful accessories Silicone dough-rolling mat Dough divider Crust bubble popper Large-diameter pizza cutting wheel Heavy-gauge deep dish pizza pan Cast iron skillet and/or fajita pans Digital scale Pizza Oven Cover preheating You can preheat the oven with the doors closed but be cautious of how hot the areas surrounding the door handles may get. It is recommended to wear insulated gloves when opening and closing the doors while oven is in use. The Fire Oven is ready to cook in as little as 20 minutes, however, we recommend at least 45 minutes of preheating for optimum performance. IMPORTANT: before cooking, become familiar with all the information in this owner s manual regarding safe operation of your fire oven. 27 All Rights Reserved. 2015 Sloan Outdoor Products
general cooking tips THIN CRUST PIZZA Crust formed to less than 1/8 thick Suggested Upper burner setting: HIGH Suggested Lower burner setting: LOW Cook for approximately 3 minutes Rotate pizza 3 to 4 times during cooking MEDIUM CRUST PIZZA Crust formed to 1/4 thick Suggested Upper burner setting: MEDIUM TEMPERATURE RANGE When the oven is fully pre-heated, with both burners on HIGH, the Fire Oven is capable of intense heat in excess of 1200ºF. The heat is most intense at the rear of the cooking deck and least intense at the front. Once you are familiar with cooking with your oven, you will be able to turn out perfect pizzas in no time. You should only cook thin crust pizzas with few toppings at the upper end of the temperature range. You can also buy specialty flour to avoid burning the dough. When the upper burner is set to LOW and the lower burner is LOW or OFF, the oven cooks at a very low and slow speed. Temperatures can be as low as 300ºF. Suggested Lower burner setting: LOW Cook for approximately 8 minutes Rotate pizza 3 to 4 times during cooking DEEP DISH PIZZA Use heavy-gauge aluminum pizza pan Suggested Upper burner setting: MEDIUM Suggested Lower burner setting: MEDIUM Cooling rack placed between pan and cooking deck Cook for approximately 40 minutes IT IS RECOMMENDED TO USE A PAN OR CAST IRON SKILLET WHEN COOKING ANY GREASY OR OILY FOODS SUCH AS MEATS OR COOKIES. NEVER PUT THESE DIRECTLY ON THE COOKING DECK. THE MORE YOU COOK WITH YOUR OVEN, THE MORE COMFORTABLE & KNOWLEDGEABLE YOU WILL BECOME WITH YOUR TECHNIQUE. Rotate pizza every 5 to 8 minutes IMPORTANT: you can preheat and cook with the doors closed, but be aware of your internal temperatures and the possibility of burning your food items at extreme temperatures. Owner s Manual General Tips 28
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