Kalamazoo AFPOBNGS4 Installation
Artisan Fire Pizza Oven
USE AND CARE GUIDE
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Important Safety Warnings
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 this Use and Care Guide exactly may result in fire
or explosion, causing property damage, personal injury or death. Read and follow all warnings and
instructions before assembling and using the appliance.
WARNING: 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. Open grill hood.
4. If odor continues, 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.
WARNING: FOR YOUR SAFETY:
1. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable liquids or vapors in the vicinity of
this or any other appliance.
2. An LP cylinder not connected for use shall not be stored in the vicinity of this or any
other appliance.
3. Improper installation, adjustment, alteration, service or maintenance can cause
property damage, injury or death. Read the installation, operating and maintenance
instructions thoroughly before installing or servicing this equipment.
IMPORTANT: Damage caused by a failure to heed the warnings or follow the
safety instructions and practices described in this Use and Care Guide is not
covered by the warranty.
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This Use and Care Guide contains
important information necessary
for the proper assembly and safe
use of the pizza oven.
Read and follow all warnings and
instructions before assembling and
using the pizza oven.
Follow all warnings and
instructions when using the
pizza oven.
Keep the Use and Care Guide for
future reference.
Thank you for choosing Kalamazoo Outdoor
Gourmet cooking equipment.
Because of the high performance nature
and unique design of the Artisan Fire Pizza
Oven, we recommend familiarizing yourself
with this book before using your pizza oven
for the first time. Your Use and Care Guide
contains important safety information as
well as helpful guidance for successful
cooking experiences and care. Following the
guidance of this book will help ensure many
years of outdoor cooking enjoyment.
Should you ever have any questions about cooking
with or caring for your Artisan Fire Pizza Oven, we are
here to help. Contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet
Customer Service at:
1.800.868.1699
or
customerservice@KalamazooGourmet.com
Please have your model number and serial number
ready or include it in your email.
Model Number
F AFPO-B-NG
F AFPO-B-LP20
F AFPO-B-LPBLK
Serial Number
Version 07.14.2016
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Table of Contents
Safe Operation 6
Liquid Propane Tank Safety 8
Liquid Propane Gas Requirements 10
Natural Gas Requirements 11
Bulk Propane Gas Requirements 12
Leak Testing 13
Locating the Pizza Oven 14
Required Clearances 15
Initial Assembly 18
Pizza Oven Controls 22
Lighting Your Pizza Oven 24
Burner Adjustments 25
Cooking with Your Pizza Oven 29
Recipes 35
Caring for Your Pizza Oven 64
Troubleshooting 67
Installation Checklist 70
Packing List 71
Dimensions 72
Warranty 73
About Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet 77
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Safety Information
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Safe Operation
WARNING: When in use, portions of your pizza oven get hot enough to cause severe
burns. Children and pets should never be left alone or unattended in the area where the
pizza oven is being used. Never allow children to sit, stand or play on or around the pizza
oven.
IMPORTANT: Improper use or installation is dangerous. Because this pizza oven produces
intense heat, the risk of accidents or potential injuries is increased. Extreme care must be
taken. Carefully follow all instructions, including the following:
To reduce the risk of fire, burns or other injury, read this Use and Care Guide thoroughly. Begin by ensuring
proper installation and servicing. Do not repair or replace any part of the pizza oven yourself unless it is
specifically recommended in this Use and Care Guide. All other service must be carried out by a qualified
gas technician.
Never allow children to operate the pizza oven. Do not store items of interest to children in or around the
pizza oven.
Do not heat unopened food containers in the pizza oven. The build up of pressure resulting from the heat
may cause the container to burst.
Never lean on any part of the pizza oven. When lighting the pizza oven, always pay close attention to what
you are doing. Make sure you are aware of which burner you are lighting and can see whether or not it is
lit. Make sure you have ready access to the ignition button and burner valves when you are lighting the
burner. Make sure you are pushing the ignition button when you attempt to light the burner.
When the burners are on or the oven is still hot, do not touch the cooking deck, any part of the oven’s
interior or any surface near the open front of the pizza oven. These areas become extremely hot and may
cause severe burns. The surfaces and trim above the oven door opening become particularly hot. Likewise,
do not touch any part of the pizza oven chimney.
Do not use any cleaner, including water, on a hot pizza oven. Never use any liquids when cleaning the
cooking deck.
Be sure all control knobs are in the OFF position and the pizza oven is cool before using any aerosol
cleaner on it or near it. The chemical used for aerosol propellant could ignite in the presence of heat.
Never use aerosol cleaner on the cooking deck.
Always use dry pot holders or gloves on hot surfaces or cooking tools: moist or damp pot holders or
gloves may cause steam burns. Never use a towel or bulky cloth in place of pot holders. Do not let pot
holders touch hot portions of the pizza oven or allow them to get near the open flame.
Pizza oven must be locked into position. (Figure 23)
Do not operate the pizza oven under an unprotected combustible construction. Use only in a well-
ventilated area. The oven is for outdoor use only.
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Safe Operation CONTINUED
Do not obstruct any of the openings on the pizza oven or otherwise obstruct the flow of combustion and
ventilation air. See installation clearances specifications for proper installation (Figure 10).
Keep all gas hoses away from the hot surfaces of the pizza oven, including all external surfaces of the unit.
Keep all electrical cords away from the hot surfaces of the pizza oven.
Ensure proper installation and servicing by following all instructions in this Use and Care Guide and any
other instructions or markings provided with this product. Have your pizza oven installed by a qualified
technician. Have the installer show you where the gas supply shut off valve is located and instruct you in its
operation so that you can shut off the gas to the pizza oven.
If you smell gas, there is likely a problem with the installation. If the connections are not perfectly sealed,
you can have a small leak resulting in the faint smell of gas -- even if the pizza oven appears to be working
properly. 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’s to warn customers of potential
exposure to such substances. To minimize exposure to these substances, always
operate the pizza oven according to this Use and Care Guide and ensure you provide
good ventilation when cooking with gas.
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Important LP Tank Safety Information
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.
To avoid risk of fire or explosion, take the following safety precautions:
Never replace the liquid propane regulator or hose with a different type than the model supplied.
Never use a dented or rusty LP tank.
Never connect the pizza oven to anything other than the fuel source indicated on the serial plate. Factory
conversion kits are available for switching fuel sources. Contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet 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.
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 pizza oven is not in use, the gas must be turned off at the supply cylinder.
The pizza oven may be stored indoors, but only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the oven.
An LP cylinder MUST NEVER BE STORED 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 pizza oven must be used. Replacement
pressure regulators and hose assemblies must be the type specified by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. For
replacement parts, contact Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet customer service at 1.800.868.1699.
DANGER:
A. Do not store a spare LP-gas cylinder under or near this appliance;
B. Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full; and
C. If instructions A and B are not followed exactly, a fire causing death or
serious injury may occur.
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LP Tank Safety Information CONTINUED
Required ventilation for built-in LP-gas cylinder structures:
An enclosure for an LP-gas cylinder shall be ventilated by openings at both the upper and lower levels of the
enclosure. The effectiveness of the opening(s) for purposes of ventilation shall be determined with the LP-gas
supply cylinder in place. This shall be accompanied by one of the following:
a. One side of the enclosure shall be completely open; or
b. For an enclosure having four sides, a top and a bottom (see Figure 1):
1. At least two ventilation openings shall be provided in the side walls of the enclosure, located within
5 in (217 mm) of the top of the enclosure, equally sized, spaced at a minimum of 90 degrees (1.57 rad),
and unobstructed. The opening(s) shall have a total free area of not less than 1 in2/lb (14.2 cm2/kg) of
stored fuel capacity.
2. Ventilation opening(s) shall be provided at floor level of the enclosure and shall have a total free area
of not less than 1/2 in2/lb (7.1 cm2/kg) of stored fuel capacity. If ventilation openings at floor level are
in a side wall, there shall be at least two openings. The bottom of the openings shall be 1 in (25.4 mm)
or less from the floor level and the upper edge no more than 5 in (127 mm) above the floor level. The
openings shall be equally sized, spaced at a minimum of 90 degrees and unobstructed.
3. Every opening shall be a minimum of a 1/8 in (3.2 mm) diameter.
4. Ventilation openings in side walls shall not communicate directly with other enclosures of the outdoor
cooking gas appliance.
Keep the ventilation openings of the cylinder enclosure free and clear from debrs.
In a built-in construction where an LP tank is going to be used, there MUST be some type of support
(braces, cutout, etc.) to prevent tank from moving within the installation. The support must also allow LP
tank to withstand a horizontal tipping force equal to the weight of the tank without tipping over. The tank
can not tip over or deflect more than 1” when a 20 lb. force is applied at the center of the tank.
FIGURE 1
Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet offers
an LP tank mounting bracket to meet
the cylinder install requirements.
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Liquid Propane Gas Requirements
(20-Pound Cylinder)
Verify the type of gas your pizza oven has been configured for by the factory by checking
the serial plate on the back of the oven. Pizza ovens configured for liquid propane (LP) gas
are orificed differently than ovens configured for natural gas (NG). Pizza ovens configured
for use with a standard 20-pound LP cylinders equipped with a Type 1, QCC-1 valve,
are shipped with an dual-stage LP regulator hose assembly. LP regulator hose assembly
(included) connects to the pizza oven via a 0.375" flare fitting.
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 also that the control valves on the front of the pizza oven are 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.
IMPORTANT: Always close the main valve on the
tank before disconnecting or transporting the tank.
IMPORTANT: After connecting a fresh LP tank,
you may need to purge air from the system. Before
lighting, open the main valve on the tank. Turn
the control valves on the pizza oven to the HIGH
position for about 15 seconds to purge air from the
system. Turn the control valves on the pizza oven
OFF and wait 5 minutes for any gas to clear. Finally,
continue with the normal lighting procedure.
FIGURE 2
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.
Cylinder Requirements: 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.
MAIN
VALVE
LP REGULATOR HOSE
ASSEMBLY PROVIDED
20-POUND LP TANK
(NOT INCLUDED)
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Natural Gas Requirements
Verify the type of gas your pizza oven has been configured for by the factory by checking the
serial plate on the back of the oven. Pizza ovens configured for natural gas (NG) are orificed
differently than ovens configured for liquid propane (LP) gas. Pizza ovens configured for use
with natural gas are shipped with a gray hose with a quick-connect fitting which connects to
the pizza oven via a .375” flare fitting.
Connection: 3/8” female NPT connection
Operating Pressure: normal 7.0” w.c., minimum 5” w.c., maximum 8” w.c.
IMPORTANT: Always close gas supply shutoff valve
before disconnecting the pizza oven gas supply hose.
IMPORTANT: An installer-supplied safety shutoff valve
MUST be installed on the natural gas supply line for the
pizza 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.
FIGURE 3
All pipe sealants must be an approved type.
IMPORTANT: Diameter and length of the gas supply
pipe may limit the pressure and BTU delivery of gas to
the oven. The installer must ensure proper delivery to
the pizza oven or it will not operate properly.
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.
GAS HOSE ASSEMBLY
PROVIDED
INSTALLER-SUPPLIED
SHUTOFF VALVE MUST
BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE
(NOT INCLUDED)
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Bulk Supply Liquid Propane Gas Requirements
Verify the type of gas your pizza oven has been configured for by the factory by checking
the serial plate on the back of the oven. Pizza ovens configured for liquid propane (LP) gas
are orificed differently than ovens configured for natural gas (NG). Pizza ovens configured for
use with bulk LP tanks are shipped with a gray hose with a quick-connect fitting.
Connection: Quick-connect hose assembly (included) connects to the pizza oven via 0.5"
NPT male with a 0.375" flare adapter (included). The quick-connect fitting (included) threads
onto a 0.375” male NPT connection point (not included).
Operating Pressure: normal 11.0" w.c., minimum 10” w.c., maximum 12” w.c.
IMPORTANT: Always close gas supply shutoff valve before disconnecting the pizza oven gas supply hose.
IMPORTANT: An installer-supplied safety shutoff
valve MUST be installed on the gas supply line for
the pizza 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; 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.
All pipe sealants must be an approved type.
FIGURE 4
GAS HOSE ASSEMBLY
PROVIDED
INSTALLER-SUPPLIED
SHUTOFF VALVE MUST
BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE
(NOT INCLUDED)
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Leak Testing
Although gas connections on the pizza oven are leak tested at the factory prior to shipment,
a complete test must be performed after installation due to possible mishandling during
shipping or installation.
Periodic checks are also recommended. Immediately check for leaks if you smell gas.
Never use an open flame to look for leaks.
Before Testing: Extinguish all open flames. Do not smoke.
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.
IMPORTANT: Homeowners should only check for leaks on the gas connections that are external to the pizza
oven. If the valves or other internal connections need to be checked, please call a qualified technician or
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To Conduct the Test:
Make a soap solution of one part liquid dish soap and one part water.
Make sure both pizza 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 pizza 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 mild soap
solution.
IMPORTANT: Do not use the pizza oven until all connections have been
checked and do not leak.
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Pizza Oven Location
The built-in version of the Artisan Fire Pizza Oven is designed for installation within a noncombustible outdoor structure.
Choosing a Location: This pizza oven is for outdoor use only.
Do not place the pizza oven in a location where the door opening is likely to be exposed to strong wind.
Do not place the pizza oven where it is likely to be bumped into or inadvertently touched by passers by. The
exterior surface of the pizza oven can become extremely hot.
Never locate the pizza oven in a building, breezeway, shed or other such enclosed areas.
The pizza oven is not intended to be installed in or on a boat or recreational vehicle.
For ease of use and safe operation, it is recommended the cooking deck height of the installed oven be not
less than 42 inches above the ground.
IMPORTANT: The built-in pizza oven requires clearance between the oven
and the interior of the non-combustible structure in which it is installed. 6
inches clearance is required around the sides and back. 12 inches clearance
is required above. The front face of the oven will be installed with zero
clearance to the front wall of the structure. Please note the top wall of the
front opening (the lintel) in the structure may not be more than 5 inches thick.
Access below the oven within the structure is required.
DANGER:
Do not route the gas supply hose
or locate a propane cylinder in a
way that may create a tripping
hazard. Tripping over, or getting
caught on, a gas supply hose may
cause serious risk of injury and
fire.
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Key Considerations for Installation
The non-combustible structure can be built using masonry techniques, or with steel framing
and cement board panels. Following are a few key considerations:
The oven liner is permanently installed in the structure and may be difficult, if not impossible, to
remove once the installation is complete.
The oven can be slid out of the oven liner for easy care and maintenance. No tools are required.
Access below the oven is required for connecting the gas, and for releasing the oven from the liner
to slide it out. An access door designed to match the oven is available from Kalamazoo Outdoor
Gourmet.
An installer-supplied gas shutoff valve is required for bulk gases at the connection point in the access
space below the oven.
Installer-supplied venting duct work is required. Duct attaches to the top of the oven liner. A
double-wall insulated grease duct is strongly recommended. Kalamazoo provides a mounting collar
designed for easy connection to Metal-Fab, Inc. G-Series 6-inch (inner diameter) Grease Duct system.
Connecting to other systems may require additional work by your installer. The duct should be topped
with an appropriate rain cap.
The oven liner is to sit on top of, and be screwed down into, a pair of supports that should run from
front-to-back in the non-combustible enclosure. See Figure 10 for dimensions.
The oven liner should NOT be screwed into the supports until the front fascia of the non-combustible
structure is completely finished. Once finished, slide the oven liner into position flush with the finished
face of the enclosure, then screw it securely into the supports.
The trim pieces cover the perimeter of the oven liner opening in the non-combustible structure. These
trim pieces look best when mounted over regular surfaces. Severely irregular surfaces may need
alteration for a clean appearance.
The lintel above the pizza oven opening in the non-combustible structure has a maximum depth of 5
inches from the finished face of the structure. See Figure 10.
Between the oven liner and the interior walls of the non-combustible structure, the following
clearances are required:
Front face opening is zero clearance.
Support structure below is zero clearance where the liner mounts to the supports.
Sides and back require 6 inches clearance.
Top requires 12 inches clearance.
Clearance to double-wall insulated grease duct is determined by duct manufacturer’s
specifications.
The front face of the oven, especially including the trim above the oven door opening, can
become very hot.
The finished wall of the non-combustible structure above the oven can also become hot.
Choose finish materials with this in mind. The finish, like the structure itself, must be non-
combustible.
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Initial Assembly
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Components and Initial Assembly
A. OVEN LINER A is installed within the custom installer-built non-combustible structure. See Installation
Instructions. IMPORTANT: the oven liner is larger than the finished opening in the non-combustible
structure, and it cannot be removed after the structure is complete (unless it can be removed from behind).
See Figure 16 for instructions on securing the liner within the non-combustible structure. The face of OVEN
LINER A should be installed flush with the finished face of the non-combustible structure. IMPORTANT: it
is highly recommended to finish the non-combustible structure with OVEN LINER A in place, but do not
secure OVEN LINER a to the non-combustible structure until the finished face of the structure is complete.
B. Kalamazoo-supplied DUCT COLLAR B can be secured to the top of OVEN LINER A using the
corresponding SUPPORT RING C underneath, #10 lock washers,10-24 X 0.75-inch screws, and
corresponding nuts supplied by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. An installer supplied 6-inch double-wall
insulated grease duct is to be secured to DUCT COLLAR B by the installer. Ensure all local codes are
followed for appropriate connection and ducting.
D. FACE FRAME D is secured to OVEN LINER A after the finished face of the non-combustible structure has
been completed. FACE FRAME D installs using 10-24 x 0.375in screws and #10 lock washers supplied by
Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. See figure 17.
E. TOP TRIM E is secured to OVEN LINER A
after FACE FRAME D is installed. Secure with
10-24 X 0.375-inch screws and #10 lock washers
supplied by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet. See
figure 18.
F. OVEN BASE F mounts to HEAVY DUTY SLIDES G.
See figure 19.
G. Extend HEAVY DUTY SLIDES G fully out of OVEN
LINER A.
H. CAUTION: Securing OVEN BASE F to HEAVY
DUTY SLIDES G requires at least two people
and extreme care. Set OVEN BASE F on top of
HEAVY DUTY SLIDES G such that it is temporarily
supported by OVEN BASE TABS H. Secure OVEN
BASE F to HEAVY DUTY SLIDES G using
8-32 X 0.375-inch screws and #8 lock washers
provided by Kalamazoo.
I. Attach GAS HOSE I to
OVEN BASE F. See Figure 22.
J. Install both DIFFUSERS J by setting
them in place in OVEN BASE F above
the lower burner.
K. Remove COOKING DECKS K from
the cardboard box. Remove any
stickers from the cooking deck.
Carefully insert the cooking decks
into OVEN BASE F by setting them
in place above the DIFFUSERS J.
Sudden impact will crack the cooking
decks, so use caution.
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L. Place OVEN CHAMBER L onto OVEN BASE F, aligning the holes in the bottom of OVEN CHAMBER L with
the small posts on OVEN BASE F. OVEN CHAMBER L should sit flat and be positively located by the posts.
M. Insert CEILING STONE M into the top opening of MID BODY L. Remove any tape that may have been
used during shipping.
N. Once CEILING STONE M is installed, slide the entire oven rearward into OVEN LINER A. Use the two
KNURLED-HEAD SCREWS N to secure OVEN BASE F to the inside of OVEN LINER A.
O. Insert CRUMB TRAY O into the opening on the front of the unit below the main shelf. It sits on a ledge.
Crumbs can be brushed off the cooking deck down into the gap at the front of the stone, falling into the
crumb tray. WARNING: The crumb tray will become hot during operation. To avoid burns, be certain the
oven is cool before touching the tray, or use an appropriate cooking mitt.
P. If not already on the unit, mount CONTROL KNOBS P on the valve posts. Be sure the flat side of the
opening in the knob casting is aligned with the flat side of the valve stem.
Q. The pizza oven DOOR Q sits in the doorway. WARNING: Never operate the oven with the door in place.
R. MANUAL IGNITION WAND R is for use in manually igniting the oven. It should be stored near the oven.
FIGURE 5
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Operation
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Pizza Oven Controls
A. Lower Burner Control: Controls the height of the flame on the burner below the cooking deck.
B. Upper Burner Control: 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 Backstop E.
C. Electronic Ignition Button: Depress to trigger the electronic ignition. Unscrew and remove to replace the
ignition system battery.
D. Lower Burner Viewport: Allows visual confirmation of lower burner status. Use as manual ignition port for
manual lighting procedure (SEE LIGHTING YOUR PIZZA OVEN).
E. Cooking Deck Backstop: Prevents pizzas from falling off the back of the cooking deck and into the upper
burner area. For manual lighting procedure, a match must be extended past this backstop to light the
upper burner (SEE LIGHTING YOUR PIZZA OVEN).
FIGURE 6
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READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE LIGHTING.
REMOVE OVEN DOOR BEFORE LIGHTING. DO NOT
OPERATE THE OVEN WITH THE DOOR IN PLACE.
IF IGNITION DOES NOT OCCUR IN 5 SECONDS, TURN
THE BURNER CONTROLS OFF, WAIT 5 MINUTES, AND
REPEAT THE LIGHTING PROCEDURE.
LISEZ LES INSTRUCTIONS AVANT D'ALLUMER L'APPAREIL.
RETIRER LA PORTE DU FOUR AVANT DE PROCÉDER À
L'ALLUMAGE. NE PAS FAIRE FONCTIONNER LE FOUR
AVEC LA PORTE EN PLACE.
SI L'APPAREIL NE S'ALLUME PAS EN 5 SECONDES,
FERMEZ LE ROBINET DU BRÛLEUR, ATTENDEZ 5
MINUTES, ET PROCÉDEZ DE NOUVEAU À L'ALLUMAGE.
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Before You Cook
A quick safety check should be performed before each time you use the pizza oven.
1. Clean and inspect the gas hose. If there is evidence of abrasion, wear, cuts or leaks, do not use the
pizza oven. The hose must be replaced prior to using the pizza oven. Replace the hose assembly with
the exact type specified by Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet.
2. Ensure the gas hose is clear of the pizza oven. Keep the fuel supply hose away from any heated
surface(s).
3. Check that the area near the pizza oven is clear of combustible materials and vapors, including alcohol,
gasoline, aerosol containers and dry goods. Keep electrical cords from being in contact with the pizza
oven.
4. Check that nothing is interfering with the safe operation of the oven by obstructing the ventilation
around and under the unit. The pizza oven requires 6 inches of clearance to the left, right and back of
the unit with no obstructions above.
5. Do not use the oven with overly loose-fitting clothing, especially loose sleeves that may come in
contact with the hot surfaces inside the oven or near the door.
6. Have insulated gloves with long cuffs ready and available.
While You are Cooking
1. Never move the pizza oven while it is in use or when it is hot.
2. The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs may impair your ability to properly assemble
or safely operate the pizza oven.
3. Do not touch the top of the pizza oven, the front shelf or any surfaces inside or near the door opening
while the oven is hot. These surfaces can cause serious burns.
4. Be very careful transporting hot pizzas. The toppings can cause serious burns to yourself or those
around you.
5. Only use a long-handled brass bristle brush to clean the cooking deck. The handle must be long
enough that your hands stay safely outside of the oven.
6. Never empty the crumb tray while the oven is hot. The tray and its contents become very hot while the
oven is in use.
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.
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