Grilling Tips:
Only use oil specifically for human consumption such as linseed, flaxseed, sunflower, canola, coconut, olive
oil or any blend hereof. DO NOT USE any oil unfit for human consumption. The oil will facilitate ease of cooking and
impregnate the steel. Over time, this oil will turn the cooktop a deep, dark color and prevent oxidation. We recommend
coating the cooktop with linseed or flaxseed oil. Any oxidation that does form can easily be removed using steel wool
and re-oiling the cooktop.
The more your Arteflame is used, the better the cooktop will be protected by the oil that you use on it. This oil will
actually impregnate the cooktop and prevent oxidation.
The operating temperature of the cooktop depends on the amount of charcoal or wood that you use. As a guideline,
expect the inner edge of the cook top to reach 425 F and the outer edge 250 F. 425 F is about the ideal temperature to
sear steaks while 250 F is perfect for vegetables. The differences in temperature are ideal for cooking a wide variety of
foods simultaneously. Also note that the cooktop itself will vary in temperature as well. You can use this temperature
variance to cook all your food at their optimum temperatures.
