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Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet

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1.800.868.1699 www.KalamazooGourmet.com

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION FROM THE DESIGNER

Page

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Operating

Area

Safe

Handling

Tips

For

Gas

Connecting

Tank/

Leak

Testing

Safety

Flow

Regulator

Refilling

The

Tank

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

Periodic

Cleaning 12

Spider

Alert 13

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Setting

Your

Pizza

Oven

Tempering

Your

Stone

Lighting

Instructions

Temperature

Settings

Turn

Off

Instructions

Changing

Your

Battery

Adjusting The Airflow

Storage

Using

Your

Smoke

Tray 22

TROUBLESHOOTING

SUGGESTED TOOLS

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Page 1: ...Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Artisan Pizza Oven Operational Manual Safety Instructions www KalamazooGourmet com 1 800 868 1699 ...

Page 2: ...guish any open flame 3 Open lid 4 If odor continues keep away from the appliance and immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department WARNING 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 FOR YOUR SAFETY Read the Li...

Page 3: ...g Up Your Pizza Oven 14 Tempering Your Stone 16 Lighting Instructions 17 Temperature Settings 18 Turn Off Instructions 20 Changing Your Battery 20 Adjusting The Airflow 20 Storage 21 Using Your Smoke Tray 22 TROUBLESHOOTING 24 SUGGESTED TOOLS 25 Visit us online at www KalamazooGourmet com Browse the Recipes Tips section for more ways to enjoy entertaining with your new pizza oven Subscribe to the ...

Page 4: ...t their own way Most New York pizzerias use hot temperatures from 500 degrees to 700 degrees but a range of different ingredients and styles in cooking these pies The crusts can vary from paper thin to triple thick but they are not the deep dish that is associated with Chicago The thicker the crust and the more ingredients on the pie the lower the temperature to allow for a slower baking process A...

Page 5: ...e limit I strongly suggest you familiarize yourself with the tools and accessories of the pizza making trade see page 24 and keep experimenting with different ingredients and crusts Don t be afraid to take some risks sometimes accidents are the best opportunities for discovery Feel free to call or email us to share some recipes or simply ask questions We truly look forward to hearing from you Sinc...

Page 6: ...Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Artisan Pizza Oven when unit is completely cool If burners go out during operation turn off all gas valves Check that tank is not empty Wait five minutes and reattempt to light using the lighting instructions If condition persists contact gas supplier or Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet s Customer Service Department at 800 868 1699 Never lean over open pizza oven or place hands ...

Page 7: ...s with the system fully extended and in its locked position The pizza oven shall be installed on the opposite side from a fuel distribution or dispensing system of the recreational vehicle The installation shall preclude the possibility of appliance operation or gas flow when the pizza oven is in its storage travel position DANGER Do not use this appliance under extended awnings Failure to comply ...

Page 8: ... vehicles and or boats Do not use combustible materials within 24 inches of the top bottom back or sides of the pizza oven Do not leave the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Artisan Pizza Oven unattended while in use Do not lean over cooking surface or place your hands in or near the cooking surface as the entire cooking box gets hot when in use Keep any electrical supply cord and the fuel supply hose awa...

Page 9: ...he same care as full tanks Even when the LP tank is empty of liquid there still may be gas pressure in the cylinder Always close the tank valve before disconnecting Do not use a damaged LP tank Dented or rusty LP tanks or LP tanks with a damaged valve or hose may be hazardous and should be replaced with a new one immediately Inspect the hose before each use of the pizza oven If it is evident there...

Page 10: ...rn gas supply OFF and rinse connections with water If leak does not stop turn off the gas and contact us at 800 868 1699 Do not use the pizza oven LIQUID PROPANE SAFETY FLOW REGULATOR Liquid propane pressure regulators incorporate a safety device If this device senses what it believes to be unrestricted gas flow it greatly cuts back on the pressure The safety device can be inadvertently triggered ...

Page 11: ...k in return Verify that the new tank has a similar valve connection ALWAYS CHECK FOR LEAKS AFTER EVERY LP TANK CHANGE IMPORTANT Do not store a spare LP gas cylinder under or near this appliance Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent full If the above information is not followed exactly a fire causing death or serious injury may occur IMPORTANT If it is evident there is excessive abrasion or wea...

Page 12: ...n is very easy to clean It is non rusting and non magnetic After the initial use certain areas of the oven may discolor This is a normal discoloration caused by the intense heat given off by the burners Use a warm soap water solution or mildest cleaners for the outside Always rub or scrub in the direction of the grain To touch up minor scratches in the stainless steel sand the affected surface ver...

Page 13: ...Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet 1 800 868 1699 www KalamazooGourmet com 13 CAUTION Do not enlarge the burner ports when cleaning ...

Page 14: ... YOUR NEW PIZZA OVEN Assemble these items as shown 1 Heat Shield 2 Pizza Stone 3 Clean out Pan 4 Smoke Tray 5 Knob 2 3 4 5 1 Remember to read the gas handling connection and safety sections of this manual before attempting to light or operate your Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Artisan Pizza Oven pages 5 10 ...

Page 15: ...Gourmet com 15 Placement of the knob Center the FibraMent pizza stone in the oven allowing for equal spacing on both sides Smoke Tray placement Safety Latch Be sure to wear heat resistant mitts or gloves and use two hands when opening and closing the door ...

Page 16: ...y occur during the initial heat up of your stone You may find it helpful to document the time and temperature readings below Pre drying Schedule Installation Date _______________ Time Temperature _____________ ____________________ _____________ ____________________ _____________ ____________________ _____________ ____________________ After your stone has been tempered baking flour may be sprinkled...

Page 17: ...aused by failure to open door while igniting the burner or not waiting five 5 minutes to allow the gas to clear Such a flare up can cause serious bodily injury or death WARNING Check hose before each use of pizza oven for wear nicks cracking abrasions or cuts If the hose is found to be damaged in any way do not use the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet Artisan Pizza Oven Replace using only the Kalamazoo O...

Page 18: ...f these traditional outdoor wood fired ovens Making pizza in these ovens requires constant attention to ensure a proper crust The reason for this is that cooking outdoors introduces environmental influences to the process The cooking temperature of your pizza oven will be affected by wind rain and humidity The key to producing the perfect pizza is not only the air temperature inside the oven but m...

Page 19: ...Minutes 600 Degrees 45 Minutes 675 Degrees 60 Minutes 720 Degrees 1 Hour 15 Minutes 750 Degrees 1 Hour 30 Minutes 770 Degrees 1 Hour 45 Minutes 780 Degrees With door left open consistent 575 degrees is maintained Temperature range assuming 72 degrees Fahrenheit ambient temperature with relative humidity 80 With burner set on LOW Time Temperature Fahrenheit 10 Minutes 248 Degrees 15 Minutes 285 Deg...

Page 20: ...on AAA battery See picture on right NOTE Some models may use one 9 volt battery in a module located under the front left leg Simply unscrew the black plastic cap of the module and replace the battery ADJUSTING THE AIRFLOW The Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet burner has been factory set for the correct air and gas mixture Airflow adjust is not necessary for the burner The correct flame pattern is shown be...

Page 21: ...rmet Artisan Pizza Oven is not in use the gas must be turned off at the LP tank Storage of the pizza oven indoors is permissible only if the cylinder is disconnected and removed from the pizza oven 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 Never store a spare LP tank under or near the Kalamazoo Outdoor Gour...

Page 22: ...ve been specially designed to allow the maximum control over the smoking process There are four major positions to arrange the cover and damper 1 No cover or damper High smoke output fast burn cycle 2 Slotted cover only Medium smoke output medium burn cycle 3 Slotted cover with damper partially covering slots Lower smoke output slow burn cycle 4 Slotted cover with damper completely covering slots ...

Page 23: ...the oven has been preheated Use heavy duty oven mitts to manipulate cover and damper if hot Because the smoke tray partially covers the main burner the back of the smoke tray bin will become hotter than the front This allows you to control the rate that you smoke your sawdust To add additional sawdust or to move smoldering sawdust around carefully remove smoke tray remove covers adjust sawdust and...

Page 24: ...uel low Is fuel hose bent or kinked Is burner clean Is pizza oven on level surface Is flow limiting device activated RESOLUTION Refill LP tank Straighten fuel hose and check for leaks Burner ports are clogged or blocked Clean thoroughly Periodic Cleaning page 11 Turn off burner Shut off gas supply Move oven to level surface See Safety Flow Regulator page 9 FIRST CHECK Wire connections to igniter m...

Page 25: ...hick pizza you have to use the right pan Remember to use plenty of olive oil on the bottom of the pan to keep the crust from sticking Thin Crust Screen This allows for the creation of a crispy thin crust without the use of a peel Again use extra olive oil to prevent sticking Perforated Pizza Baking Pan This pan works similarly to a perforated screen but it is more rigid and is perfect for slightly...

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