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8. COOKING
It takes between 30 and 45 minutes, depending on the weather
conditions and the outside temperature, for the cooktop to
reach a temperature of about 300˚C on the inside edge and
about 250˚C on the outside edge.
When the wood of your initial central fire burns well, spread the
hot mass under the edges of the cooktop and add new wood
with the bark facing upwards. To ensure an ideal cooking expe-
rience, it is best to divide your baking tray into different zones.
By keeping the fire on one side you create a very hot zone
there to sear and an average zone to cook on the other side.
Repeat the process for the entire duration over which you want
to keep the cooktop hot. If there is wind, the cooktop is hottest
at the point where the wind leaves the Nestor cooking unit, i.e.
in the wind direction.
You can compensate by pushing the burning logs in the oppo-
site direction. When the cooktop starts to heat up, first scrape
it off using the spatula. When the cooktop is hot enough for
cooking, add some oil to the area where you are going to cook.
When the cooktop starts to appear dry and matte, add extra
oil to ensure that the hob is always sufficiently lubricated. You
should add more oil when preparing fish and vegetables than
when preparing fat meat. You can also use our Barbecook
smoke shelves to place thicker pieces of meat or fish after
searing the outside so they can cook slowly.
If any food remains on the cooktop, simply push it into the fire
using the spatula. We recommend that you do not allow a thick
layer of residue to accumulate, as this will be difficult to remo-
ve. It is better to scrape off the cooktop frequently. When you
have finished cooking, clean the cooktop one last time using
the procedure described above.
To remove all residues, pour a little sparkling water on the hot
plate. This will soak off the food residues, making it easy to
scrape the plates clean again. After cooling the plate, brush it
once more with oil. This ensures that it is well protected for the
next time.
If you use your Nestor cooking unit frequently, a smooth layer
of carbon residue will accumulate on the baking tray, making
it easy to use. This layer may peel off from time to time. If you
see it peeling in some places, simply scrape it off with the
spatula and rub it with new oil. The layer with carbon residue
will gradually renew itself in this way.
9. AFTER USE
After use, center all remaining coals on one pile above the ash
receptacle. Let them incinerate.
Remember that you should never extinguish the fire using
water!
Always be careful because the ash and cooktop can remain
hot for a long time after use.
Allow to cool completely. Empty the ash receptacle. Do this
after each use.
10. MAINTENANCE
Nestor cooking units require relatively little maintenance. As
mentioned earlier, corrosion may build up on your prepared
cooktop if you do not use your Nestor cooking unit for an
extended period of time, but such corrosion can easily be
removed.
If you do not maintain your cooktop properly, a lot of corrosion
can occur and you must use a wire brush to remove the
corrosion, as explained in chapter 5, OUTDOOR USE.
11. ACCESSOIRES
Expand your NESTOR cooking experience with a range of
Dynamic Center accessories. Discover all the possibilities at
www.barbecook.com.
12. WARRANTY CONDITIONS
A warranty of 5 years applies to the material and construction
of all steel elements of all Nestor cooking units. For proper re-
gistration of your Nestor products, visit https://www.barbecook.
com/en/accounts/
13. CAUTION!
NESTOR gets very hot both inside and out!
Do not use NESTOR inside!
Keep children and pets at a distance! Never leave Nestor
unattended.
Do not use methylated spirits or gasoline for lighting or re-
lighting!
Use only starter blocks that comply with EN 1860-3!