Kalamazoo AFPOCNGS4 Owners Manual

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.

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.

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.

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

[e-mail]

Please have your model number and serial number
ready or include it in your email.

Model Number

F AFPO-C-NG

F AFPO-C-LP

F AFPO-C-BLK-LP

F AFPO-X-NG

F AFPO-X-LP

Version 25.06.2014

F AFPO-X-BLK-LP

Serial Number

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Table of Contents

Safe Operation 4

Liquid Propane Tank Safety 6

Liquid Propane Gas Requirements 8

Natural Gas Requirements 9

Bulk Propane Gas Requirements 10

Leak Testing 11

Locating the Pizza Oven 12

Required Clearances 12

Initial Assembly 13

Pizza Oven Controls 14

Lighting Your Pizza Oven 16

Burner Adjustments 17

Cooking with Your Pizza Oven 21

Recipes 25

Caring for Your Pizza Oven 50

Troubleshooting 53

Installation Checklist 54

Packing List 55

Dimensions 56

Warranty 57

About Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet 61

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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. Likewise, do not touch any part of the pizza oven roof, especially near the “chimney”
at the back of the roof.

 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.

 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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 Do not obstruct any of the openings on the pizza oven or otherwise obstruct the flow of combustion and

ventilation air. Do not build the pizza oven into any structure that is closer than 6 inches from the sides,
back and top.

 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.

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

 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:

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 pull a pizza oven
off the counter or tip it over
creating serious risk of injury
and fire.

FIGURE 1

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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 20-pound LP cylinders (Type 1)
are shipped with an LP regulator hose assembly attached.

Connection: LP regulator hose assembly (included) connects to the pizza oven
via 0.5" NPT male with a 0.375" flare adapter (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 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.

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.

FIGURE 2

MAIN
VALVE

LP REGULATOR HOSE
ASSEMBLY PROVIDED

TYPE 1 REGULATOR

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.

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: 7.0" 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.

All pipe sealants must be an approved type.

Artisan Fire Pizza Oven BTUs: 52,000

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.

FIGURE 3

GAS HOSE
ASSEMBLY
PROVIDED

INSTALLER-SUPPLIED
SHUTOFF VALVE MUST
BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE

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.

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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 quick­connect fitting (included) threads onto a 0.375” male NPT connection point
(not included).

Operating Pressure: 11.0" W.C.

A step down regulator MUST be used on an LP hose system to reduce the pressure down to 11.0" W.C. for the
pizza oven.

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

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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 Artisan Fire Pizza Oven is designed for easy placement on an outdoor
countertop. It may also be used on a suitable table or cart. It is recommended
that the pizza oven be placed on a non-combustible surface.

Choosing a Location: Important consideration for pizza oven placement
include exposure to wind, proximity to foot traffic and areas where people
congregate, and access to the gas supply.

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. It is
recommended that the countertop or other surface extend 9 inches beyond the sides and back of the pizza
oven as a safety clearance to protect people from injury.

Do not place the pizza oven on a table or cart that is unable to safely support the 100-pound weight of the
pizza oven or may topple or tip over.

Do not place the pizza oven on any surface that allows the pizza oven to slide easily or inadvertently change
position.

Never place the pizza oven where the gas hose creates a safety hazard (see Figure 1). Tripping over an exposed
gas hose may create a gas leak, pull the pizza oven off the counter or create other serious safety hazards.

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.

IMPORTANT: Do not build the pizza oven into any type of enclosure.
Proper air circulation in and around the pizza oven is critical to its
operation. Maintain at least 6 inches of clearance around the sides and
back of the pizza oven, and 12 inches above the top. Do not obstruct
the open space below the pizza oven. NEVER place the pizza oven
underneath an overhead combustible surface. The pizza oven must be
placed on top of a non-combustible surface.

For ease of use and safe operation, it is recommended the surface on which
the pizza oven sits be at least 36 inches high (counter-height) and not more
than 42 inches high (bar-height).

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Initial Assembly

For easier care and service, your Artisan Fire Pizza Oven stacks together. No
tools are required for initial assembly.

A. Place BASE UNIT A in the desired location, 6 inches away from any combustible surface on the sides,

back and front. The pizza oven may NOT be placed underneath any overhead combustible surface.

B. Insert HEAT DIFFUSERS B into BASE UNIT A. These will be positioned between the lower burner and

the cooking decks.

C. Remove COOKING DECKS C from the cardboard box. Remove any stickers from the cooking deck.

Carefully insert the cooking decks into BASE UNIT A. Sudden impact will crack the cooking decks, so
use caution.

D. Place MID BODY D onto BASE UNIT A, aligning the holes in the bottom of MID BODY D with the

small posts on BASE UNIT A. MID BODY D should sit flat and be positively located by the posts.

E. Insert CEILING STONE E into the top opening of MID BODY D. Remove any tape that may have been

used during shipping.

F. Place ROOF F onto MID BODY D. The large opening at the top should face rearward. This is the

exhaust “chimney.”

G. If not already on the unit, mount CONTROL

KNOBS G & H 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 (see Figure 11). The metal tab
welded into the knob opening is placed
against the round side of the valve stem.

I. Insert CRUMB TRAY I 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.

FIGURE 5

F

E

D

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.

J. The pizza oven DOOR J sits in the

doorway.

WARNING: Never operate the

oven with the door in place.

K. MANUAL IGNITION WAND K is

for use in manually igniting the
oven. It may be stored on the
ledge on the underside of the side
shelf on BASE UNIT A.

J

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I

HG

K

C

C

B

B

A

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

A BDE C

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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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Lighting Your Pizza Oven

Before lighting your pizza oven, be sure you have followed the instructions in
this Use and Care Guide regarding proper setup, placement, gas connections,
leak testing and safe operation, all of which precede this page.

IMPORTANT: Do not use the pizza oven if the odor of gas is present at any time. Follow leak testing

procedures before using the pizza oven.

IMPORTANT: Your pizza oven is equipped with safety valves that prevent the flow of gas unless the integrated

sensors detect the heat of a flame. To light each burner, you must bypass the sensor by pressing in on the
control knob until the flame from the lit burner has sufficiently heated the sensor. The lower burner/control
knob and upper burner/control knob each has its own separate sensor.

Standard Lighting Procedure:

1. Remove the pizza oven door and set aside. DO NOT OPERATE THE PIZZA OVEN WITH THE DOOR INSTALLED.

2. Make sure the LOWER BURNER and UPPER BURNER control knobs are in the OFF position.

3. Turn the main gas supply on.

4. If lighting both burners, light the LOWER BURNER first. Keeping your face well away from the unit,

sight through the lower burner viewport (see Figure 6:D). Push inward on the LOWER BURNER
control knob (see Figure 6:A) and rotate to the HIGH/START position. While continuing to hold in the
control knob, press the ELECTRONIC IGNITION BUTTON (see Figure 6:C). You should hear clicking
and ignition should take place within 4 to 5 seconds. Watch through the lower burner viewport 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 Use and Care Guide. Once the burner is lit, continue pressing in the

control knob for at least 10 seconds until the safety valve sensor has detected the heat of the
flame.

5. To light the UPPER BURNER, you can look through the open door of the pizza oven, keeping your

face well away from the opening. Push inward on the UPPER BURNER control knob (see Figure 6:B)
and rotate to the HIGH/START position. While continuing to hold in the control knob, press the
ELECTRONIC IGNITION BUTTON. You should hear clicking and ignition should take place within
4 to 5 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. If you do not hear clicking, refer to the
troubleshooting section of this Use and Care Guide. Once the burner is lit, continue pressing in the

control knob for at least 10 seconds until the safety valve sensor has detected the heat of the flame.

Manual Lighting Procedure:

FOLLOW THE STANDARD LIGHTING PROCEDURE, but utilize a paper match inserted into the clip on the end
of the provided manual ignition wand rather than the electronic ignition.

To light the LOWER BURNER, insert the lit match and wand through the lower burner viewport (see Figure 6:D)
to a position above the lower burner. To light the UPPER BURNER, use the wand to hold the lit match at the
rear of the oven above the upper burner.

Light and position the match BEFORE turning on the corresponding control knob. If the burner does not light
immediately, turn the knob to the OFF position and wait 5 minutes for the gas to dissipate before trying again.

Once the burner is lit, continue pressing in the control knob for at least 10 seconds until the safety valve
sensor has detected the heat of the flame.

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Burner Adjustments

Every burner is tested and adjusted at the factory for proper performance. If
a burner is not operating properly, it may be due to variations in the local 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 sooty residue.

Upper Burner Flame Characteristics:

 The flame should be predominantly orange and clearly visible at the back of the oven. The flame

diffuser on the burner is designed to create a more visually appealing flame for your oven. It diffuses
the gas coming out of the ports, making it so that there are not individual flames with individual cones.

 The inner cone should be

approximately 3 inches high in
average.

 The outer cone should not touch the

ceiling inside the pizza oven. If the
tips of the outer cone are making
contact with the ceiling, the flames
are too high.

FIGURE 7

OUTER CONE

AIR SHUTTER

LOCK SCREW

LOWER BURNER

Lower Burner Flame Characteristics:

 The flame should be blue and stable with

only a small amount of orange, if any, at
the tips. 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.

UPPER BURNER

OUTER CONE

INNER CONE

LOCK SCREW

INNER CONE

AIR SHUTTER

Visually compare the flames in your pizza oven and adjust if necessary, using the instructions on the
following pages.

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Burner Adjustments CONTINUED

IMPORTANT: A sooty flame is usually caused by dirt, debris or spider nests blocking the air shutter or orifice.

This is a dangerous condition. The pizza oven should NOT be used until the problem is rectified. If you are not
comfortable addressing the issue yourself, please hire a qualified technician or contact Kalamazoo Outdoor
Gourmet Customer Service at 1.800.868.1699.

To Clean 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 (See figure 8, air shutters A and E).

Turn off the gas supply shutoff valve or close the main valve on the LP cylinder. Ensure the pizza oven control
knobs are in the OFF position. CAREFULLY rotate and move that corner of the pizza oven to extend no more
than 6 inches off the edge of the countertop (See figures 9 and 10). Use a flashlight to view the screened
openings of the air shutter from below. Remove any obvious obstructions from the screen protecting the air
shutter.

To Adjust 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 (See figure 8).

Turn off the gas supply shutoff valve or close the main valve on the LP cylinder. Ensure the pizza oven control
knobs are in the OFF position. CAREFULLY rotate and move that corner of the pizza oven to extend no more
than 6 inches off the edge of the countertop (See figures 9 and 10). Use a screwdriver to loosen the lock screw
(Figure 8: B, F). Be careful not to 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
pizza oven. If it is safe to do so, and with the pizza 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 to be adjusted following the lighting
procedure on page 16. LIGHT ONLY THE BURNER TO BE ADJUSTED. Rotate the air shutter to adjust the
amount of air entering the venturi.

For a lifting flame, progressively close the air shutter until the flame no longer lifts from the burner. For a sooty
flame, progressively open the air shutter until the flame burns cleanly.

Once adjusted to a stable flame that burns cleanly and does not lift, turn the pizza oven control knob to the
OFF position. Tighten the lock screw. Re-light and confirm the adjustment is good. Turn the pizza 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 pizza oven to its normal position on the countertop. Once again, visually inspect that the gas hose
has not been stressed, dislodged or otherwise affected by moving the pizza oven.

IMPORTANT: If the flame from the upper burner is contacting the ceiling inside the pizza oven, contact

Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Customer Service. You may have higher than normal gas pressure and may need
a smaller orifice for this burner.

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