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1.
After using the carbon cooktop, either extinguish the fire or supervise it until
it is burned out. Water can be used to extinguish the fire. BEWARE of
excessive smoke, ash and steam when using water to extinguish the carbon
cooktop. The carbon cooktop will be very hot while the fire is burning itself
out and can remain hot for hours.
2.
Once the carbon cooktop has cooled down and the fire is out, it can be
cleaned. Scoop out the ashes and unburned wood and dispose of it. Make
sure all ashes and unburned wood pieces are completely cold.
3.
Once the carbon cooktop is cleaned, it is a good practice to wipe the cooktop
down with some oil. After treating it with oil, your carbon cooktop is ready
for its next use. This will also help prevent any oxidation from forming on the
cooktop.
It is not necessary to store your carbon cooktop indoors. Your carbon cooktop can
be left outside year-round. When left outside, clean your carbon cooktop before
using it.
When the carbon cooktop is not being used for longer periods of time, oxidation
can form on the cooktop. This surface oxidation can easily be wiped away with an
oily rag or it can be sanded away leaving the cooktop like new again. With use,
cooking oils will be absorbed into the cooktop and prevent oxidation from forming.
The best way to avoid oxidation on the cooktop is using the carbon cooktop
regularly!
