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If the pilot burner extinguishes itself when the knob is released, repeat the above
procedure.
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If the burner becomes extinguished for any reason while the oven is operating,
switch control off and WAIT 3 MINUTES BEFORE RELIGHTING.
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Rotate the control knob anti-clockwise. The burner can now be set to the high
flame position indicated by the large flame symbol. To turn to the low position, or
anywhere between the two, continue to turn the control knob anti-clockwise
towards the small flame symbol.
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The main burner should light smoothly and quietly. If ignition is delayed or
becomes noisy, turn off the appliance and call a service engineer. Burner flames
should be predominantly blue.
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When not in use, the control knob should always be left in the OFF position (see
diagram below)
FIRST FIRING
It is important to gradually build up heat within the Tandoor the first time its being
used.
The burner should be at a very low setting (control valve set at LOW) for
at least 6 hours before gradually increasing the flame intensity.
During this
procedure the mouth of the Tandoor should be completely exposed.
DO NOT
cover the opening with the stainless steel lid
. Do not be alarmed if you see small
fissures appear on the clay surface it will not affect the performance of the Tandoor.
Shutting Down of the Appliance
To turn off the appliance, turn the control knob clockwise until the indicator on the
knob is in the off position indicated by the black dot symbol.
WARNING- after operation the appliance will remain hot for some time,
therefore care should be taken to avoid injury.
