Kalamazoo OL-APO User Manual

Manual is about: Outdoor Gourmet Artisan Pizza Oven

Summary of OL-APO

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    Tm outdoor artisan pizza oven user manual january 1, 2009 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com.

  • Page 2: For Your Safety

    V2.1 for your safety  read the “lighting instructions” section of this manual before attempting to light your kalamazoo outdoor gourmet™ artisan pizza oven.  follow all leak check procedures in this manual carefully prior to operation of the pizza oven.  read the operation & maintenance instructi...

  • Page 3: Table of Contents

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 3 table of contents introduction 4 safety precautions 5-7 operating area 6 safe handling tips for lp gas 8 connecting lp tank/ leak testing 9 lp safety flow regulator 9 refilling the lp tank 10 general maintenance 11 periodic cleani...

  • Page 4: Introduction

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 4 introduction : thank you for choosing a kalamazoo outdoor gourmet artisan pizza oven. We are confident that this fantastic oven will enhance your outdoor entertainment experience for years to come. Whether you prefer the more trad...

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 5 this instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the appliance. Read and follow all warnings and instructions before assembling and using the appliance. Follow all warnings a...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 6  cover the kalamazoo outdoor gourmet™ artisan pizza oven with a cover when not in use. Only cover the kalamazoo outdoor gourmet™ artisan pizza oven when unit is completely cool.  if burners go out during operation, turn off all ...

  • Page 7: Operating Area

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 7 when the pizza oven can be connected to the gas supply by means of a flexible hose connector complying with the current standard, elastomeric composite hose and couplings for conducting propane and natural gas, can/cga-8.1 or with...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 8 safe handling tips for lp gas  liquid propane (lp) gas is a petroleum product, as are gasoline and natural gas. Lp gas is a gas at regular temperatures and pressures. Under moderate pressure, inside a cylinder, lp gas is a liquid...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 9 connecting the filled lp tank / leak testing warning: make sure that the lp tank valve is closed by turning it clockwise. Danger: do not use an open flame to check for gas leaks. Be sure there are no sparks or open flames in the a...

  • Page 10: Refilling The Lp Tank

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 10 refilling the lp tank 1. Close tank valve (turn clockwise). 2. Unscrew counter clockwise brass fitting on regulator. 3. Take lp tank to a “gas propane” dealer. Warning: we recommend that a qualified attendant at an authorized lp ...

  • Page 11: General Maintenance

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 11 general maintenance danger: failure to correct these symptoms may result in a fire, which can cause serious bodily injury or death and cause damage to property. Keep outdoor cooking gas appliance area clear and free from combusti...

  • Page 12: Troubleshooting:

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 12 if problems cannot be corrected by using these methods, or if you need replacement parts, please contact the customer service department at kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1-800-868-1699 or via email at customerservice@kalamazoogourm...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 13.

  • Page 14: Operating Instructions

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 14 operating instructions setting up 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...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 15 placement of the knob smoker tray placement safety latch – be sure to wear heat-resistant mitts or gloves, and use two hands when opening and closing the door. Center the pizza stone in the oven allowing for equal spacing on both...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 16 tempering your pizza stone before first use we’re sure you’ll be satisfied with the superior baking properties provided by the fibrament baking stone. In order to maintain your stone for years to come, be sure to follow the insta...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 17 handle your baking stone carefully! Stones impacting on hard surfaces before, during, or after installation may crack or develop hairline fractures. These fractures may expand over time and lead to product failure. Never clean yo...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 18 lighting instructions warning: always have door open when lighting. If pizza oven does not light within five (5) seconds, turn off gas and wait five (5) minutes if oven does not light before attempting to re-light. Danger: explos...

  • Page 19: Turn Off Instructions

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 19 two ways to light your pizza oven: electronic ignition: turn your gas control knob to the 3 o’clock position (high) and depress the black ignition button on the front left side of your pizza oven until lit. Always check your flam...

  • Page 20: Changing Your Battery

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 20 changing your battery to change your battery, unscrew the top of the ignition button and replace with one common aaa battery. (see picture on right.) note: some models may use one 9-volt battery in a module located under the fron...

  • Page 21: Storage

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 21 storage  when the kalamazoo outdoor gourmet™ 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 t...

  • Page 22: Temperature Settings

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 22 temperature settings pizzas are traditionally made in wood-burning pizza ovens that reach temperatures of approximately 700 degrees and, sometimes in excess of 900 degrees. Your kalamazoo outdoor gourmet™ artisan pizza oven is de...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 23 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 degrees 30 minutes 330 degrees 45 minute...

  • Page 24: Using Your Smoke Tray

    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 24 using your smoke tray smoking with your smoke tray adds extra flavor to your pizza crust and toppings. We recommend the use of sawdust only in your kalamazoo outdoor gourmet™ artisan pizza oven. Sawdust not only smolders and smok...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 25 tip: fill smoke tray with water or ice cubes. The steam will add moisture to your food. Warning: smoke tray assembly will be extremely hot if the oven has been preheated. Use heavy-duty oven mitts to manipulate cover and damper i...

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    Kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1.800.868.1699 www.Kalamazoogourmet.Com 26 for more information, or to purchase these and other useful accessories, contact the sales department at kalamazoo outdoor gourmet ™ 1-800-868-1699 or via email at sales@kalamazoogourmet.Com suggested tools and accessories caputo...