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The recommended fuel is Kiln Dried Hardwood which is available from VITCAS. At the start some newspaper and a supply of
kindling (sticks) will also be required. The fire should be laid in the centre of the oven. The first step is to put some crumpled
newspaper and a firelighter in the centre. The second step is to build the kindling sticks over this as shown in the pictures.
Starting the Fire.
C. Pointers In Using The Oven
When you have positioned your oven in its proper place then you are ready to use it for cooking. The following are precautionary
measures and principles to follow in its usage.
REFRAIN
from using flammable liquids or treated wood to fuel your oven.
REFRAIN
from covering the entrance of the oven.
AVOID
placing combustible materials within 900 mm from the edges of the oven.
AVOID
overfilling the oven with wooden fuel.
REFRAIN
from using wire or steel brushes, and charcoal in the oven.
AVOID
contact by bare skin with the hot surfaces.
MAKE SURE
minimum clearances of the oven are strictly followed.
MAKE SURE
to use only untreated wood, organic lighters or newspaper.
ALWAYS
wear protective clothing and use only prescribed tools.
ALWAYS
dispose of oven ashes properly.
SEE TO IT
that children and pets are kept at a safe distance from the oven.
ALWAYS
check the oven for conspicuous defects before using it.
CAUTION ON ITS HOT SURFACE
It is important to take extra caution as the oven reaches extreme temperatures of up to 500 degrees Celsius both inside and
outside of the oven. Make sure to use only the correct tools and implements for the duration of the operation. Always wear gloves
and other protective clothing, including secured footwear. Take caution from wayward embers and sparks.
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