Petromax fs56, fs38, fs48 User Manual

Petromax fs38 - fs48 - fs56

User Manual
Griddle and Fire Bowl

USER MANUAL

Thank you for purchasing the Petromax
Griddle and Fire Bowl! With your new fs38,
fs48, or fs56 you can prepare delicious meals
over an open fire or, if you use it as a fire bowl,
you can light a cozy fire in it. We are convinced
that you will enjoy your new Petromax Griddle
and Fire Bowl and we hope that it will make
the time you spend in the outdoors even more
exciting.

IMPORTANT NOTES

Please read this user manual carefully and
keep it! In order for you to enjoy your new
Griddle and Fire Bowl for a long time, read
the following instructions. If the product is
given to another person, this user manual
must also be given to that person.

DESCRIPTION OF THE PRODUCT

The Petromax Griddle and Fire Bowl fs38,
fs48, and fs56 can be used in two different
ways: It serves as a griddle or as a fire bowl.
Thanks to its two handles, the Petromax fs is
easy to handle and practical to transport. The
three struts can be screwed into the threaded
bushings on the bottom that the griddle stands
safely on the ground. Thanks to the removable
struts, your Petromax fs can be used univer­sally.

1. COOKING, FRYING, AND GRILLING

You can use the Griddle and Fire Bowl in the
open air on a cooking area (e.g. gas flame),
on a campfire, or on an adequate barbecue.
Since the center of the griddle becomes hotter
than the outer surface, it is possible for food
that requires different cooking temperatures
to be ready at the same time. Moreover, meals
that have already been prepared can continue
cooking or be kept warm on the edge.

2. LIGHTING A FIRE

You can also use the fs38, fs48, or fs56 as
a fire bowl. The removable struts ensure a
perfect distance from the ground and avoid
burnt patches. Just stack some firewood as
usual, light it and relax in front of a beautiful
fire.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Caution! The Griddle and Fire Bowl
can become extremely hot when
used. Protect your hands with heat­resistant gloves or a cloth when you
touch the hot Petromax fs.

• Never leave the Griddle unattended while it
is in use. Watch children and animals when
they are close to the Griddle.

• If you want to use the Petromax fs over an
open fire, only do it in the open air and
never in closed rooms. There is a fire hazard
and danger of asphyxiation. Comply with
fire safety regulations. Show consideration
to plant and animal life when you start a
fire outdoors.

• Make sure your Griddle and Fire Bowl is
steady and stands safely on a fireproof
ground.

• Caution! With liquid fire-starters there is a
danger of explosion. Therefore we recom­mend to light the fire with solid fire-start­ers, coal, grill-lighters, or wood chips.

• Make sure you have a way to extinguish the
fire in case of an emergency (water, sand,
fire blanket, fire extinguisher).

• Let the Griddle cool down entirely after
use. Remove the ashes of the fire only after
they have cooled down. Then dispose of the
ashes properly. Never throw hot ashes in the

garbage!

BEFORE THE FIRST USE AS A
GRIDDLE

The Griddle and Fire Bowl is coated with food­safe paraffin oil by the factory in order to
prevent corrosion. However you must season
your Griddle before using it.

1. Put some grease that can be heated at a

high temperature (e.g. clarified butter or
coconut butter) in your Griddle to cover its
surface. Spread the grease on the whole
surface, e.g. with a brush.

2. When the Griddle is hot, put some raw

potato slices (with or without peel) and a
teaspoon of salt.

3. Fry the potatoes thoroughly and turn them

over frequently, until the potato slices
become dark brown. After a while, the

Petromax fs38 fs48 fs56

Persons 1-3 4-6 6-8

Diameter 15 in 18.9 in 22 in

Height with struts in place 9.1 in 9.1 in 9.1 in

Material Steel Steel Steel

surface of your Griddle changes color and
is dark in places or everywhere and the
characteristic patina develops.

4. Empty the Griddle, dispose of the potatoes
and let the empty Griddle cool down. Wash
up the Griddle with hot water and carefully
remove the possible cooking remains. Then
dry up the Griddle thoroughly and grease
it again.

5. The Petromax fs is now ready to be used.
From now on, after each use, just wash the
Griddle with hot water or wipe it out with
paper towel. As a protection from corro­sion, there should always be a thin layer
of grease. The seasoning process can be
repeated as often as desired.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR CARE AND
STORAGE

As long as you care for you Griddle and Fire
Bowl properly, it will last for generations. For
that purpose, you should follow some impor­tant basic rules.

• Heat the Griddle and the grease slowly in

order for the material to have enough time
to expand and prevent warping.

• At first you will need a bit more grease in

order to fry food in the Petromax fs. The
more often you use it, the darker it becomes,
and the less grease it needs, because a
patina has formed.

• Never put the Griddle and Fire Bowl in the

dishwasher or clean it with dishwashing li­quid! It could damage or even ruin the patina.

• After use, just wipe out the Griddle with

paper towel or wash it up with hot water and
a commercially available dishwashing brush
or a sponge. We recommend the Petromax
Chain Mail Cleaner to remove cooking
remains without damaging the patina. Dry
thoroughly and grease lightly in order to
seal the surface of your Griddle and Fire
Bowl. Use the food-safe Petromax Care Con­ditioner or neutral oil or vegetable fat. Avoid
using olive oil, it cannot reach a very high
temperature when fried.

• Always store your Griddle and Fire Bowl in

a dry place. Never pack when it is wet and
untreted it will start to rust.

• After using it as a fire bowl, let it completely

cool down and dispose of the ashes properly.

SCOPE OF DELIVERY

The Griddle and Fire Bowl is delivered with
three struts that can be screwed into the
thread bushings when needed.

WARRANTY

In the case of normal use, a warranty period of
two years will apply to your Petromax Griddle
and Fire Bowl from the date of purchase. If
you cannot properly assemble your Petromax
Griddle and Fire Bowl due to a defect in
material or workmanship, you are entitled to
a warranty repair. Contact your dealer for that
purpose.

SERVICE & SUPPORT

If you have questions or if you need assis­tance, please let us know. You can contact
our customer service via e-mail at:
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MODELS

Petromax Inc.

2500 Wilcrest
Suite 300
Houston 77042
USA

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