ALFRESCO™ Gourmet Grills A division of Superior Equipment Solutions, Inc. 1085 Bixby Drive City of Industry, CA. 91745 Ph.: (888) 383-8800 3020914 Fax: (323) 726-4700 Web: www.alfrescogrills.com GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS: This instruction manual contains important information necessary for the proper assembly and safe ...
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WARNING WARNING FLAMMABLE GAS ELECTRICAL PARTS AND COMPONENTS DISCONNECT ALL PROPANE OR NATURAL GAS DISCONNECT ALL POWER SUPPLIES AND BATTER- SUPPLIES TO THIS UNIT BEFORE SERVICING. IES BEFORE SERVICING. AVERTISSEMENT AVERTISSEMENT GAZ INFLAMMABLE PIÈCES ÉLECTRIQUES ET COMPOSANTS. DÉBRANCHER TOUS LES BLOCS D'ALIMENTA- DÉBRANCHER TOUS LES GAZ PROPANE OU TION ET LES PILES AVANT DE LES RÉPARER.
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READ THIS CARE AND USE MANUAL CAREFULLY AND COMPLETELY BEFORE USING YOUR PIZZA OVEN TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, BURN HAZARD OR OTHER INJURY. KEEP THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE. Alfresco When properly cared for, your ™ Pizza Oven will give safe, reliable service for many years.
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For proper lighting and performance of the burners keep the ports clean. It is necessary to clean them periodically for optimum performance. The Infrared burner will only operate in one position and must mounted correctly for safe operation. Clean the oven with caution. Avoid steam burns; do not use a wet sponge or cloth to clean the oven ...
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LOCATING AND ASSEMBLING THE PIZZA OVEN: Alfresco When determining a suitable location for your ™ Pizza Oven, take into account concerns such as exposure to wind, rain, sprinklers, proximity to traffic paths and keeping any gas supply line runs as short as possible.
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1. Remove all packaging materials. 2. Install your oven built-in top exhaust system and finish all construction required according to the guidelines provided on pages 12 to 3. Ensure that the IR burner is positioned correctly on it’s orifice, and is fully seated onto its supports.
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Figure # 1 RIGHT HINGE ASSEMBLY ASSY. DOOR Alfresco After unpacking the ™ Pizza Oven and before using for the first time, several items need to be properly installed for the oven to operate correctly. The Hearth Stones as well as the Top Stone must be located in the unit along with the Ceramic Log and it’s support tray.
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Once the Hearth Stones are installed inside the oven, the Log Support Tray can be inserted into the slots that can be found at the bottom of the oven cavity back wall. (See figure # 2). TOP STONE The Log Support Tray can now rest on top of the Hearth Stones covering the Log Burner.
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LP GAS CONNECTION TO LP TANKS: Alfresco Your ™ Pizza Oven for use with LP gas comes equipped with its own regulator, which MUST NOT be removed. The oven is shipped with high capacity, hose/regulator assembly for connection to a standard 20 Lb.
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7. Cylinders must be stored outdoors out of the reach of children and shall not be stored in a build- ing, garage or any other enclosed area. 8. Only use the pressure regulator and hose supplied with your Pizza Oven. A replacement regulator Alfresco and hose assembly can be obtained by contacting Grills.
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21. Every opening shall have minimum dimensions so as to permit the entrance of a 1/8 in (3.2 mm) diameter rod. CAUTION WARNING CYLINDERS MUST BE STORED OUTDOORS IN A YOUR ALFRESCO™ GOURMET GRILL’S PRESSURE REGULATOR HAS A MAXI- WELL VENTILATED AREA OUT OF THE REACH OF MUM INPUT PRESSURE OF 14” WC. (OR CHILDREN.
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INCOMING NG GAS SUPPLY Alfresco Your ™ Pizza Oven for use with Natural Gas comes equipped with its own regulator which MUST NOT be removed. If this regulator needs to be replaced use only...
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48” in length. Alternatively, you can use a 1/2” NPT hard gas pipeline with the appropriate fittings. COUNTERTOP INSTALLATIONS: Alfresco Because of the ™ Pizza Oven’s unique countertop design, it is possible to install the gas supply (NG or LP) from a location below the counter.
It is highly recommended that the 4” Ø hole be constructed in such manner as to provide with a 3/8” raised lip to prevent water or spills on the countertop from falling into the under-counter section. Alfresco It is recommended to install an access door such as ™...
When building the pizza oven into a non-combustible structure, it is critical to have access to the bottom of the unit. This is a requirement for service and maintenance as the oven will no longer be removable from the structure. AXE-PZA-BI Unit Figure # 9 Alfresco ™...
Do not use the Pizza oven until all connections have been checked and do not leak. Only those parts recommended by the manufacturer should be used on the oven. Alfresco Substitution can void the ™ Pizza Oven’s warranty. ...
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SI L'ODEUR DU GAZ EST PRESENTE. SENT. CALL FOR SERVICE. APPELER LE SERVICE. Alfresco TO LIGHT, OPEN THE DOORS. Your ™ Pizza Oven is equipped with an automatic burner lighting system. When the knob is pushed and turned, the automatic lighting system is active. The sys- tem will immediately start the Spiral Hot Surface Igniter and open its safety gas valves when ready.
NOTE: If the Ceramic Log Burner is left on to provide a warm glow while cooking, please do so at a low setting with minimal flames. BURNER ADJUSTMENTS: Alfresco NOTE: The ™ Pizza Oven Burners do not require any primary air-mix adjustment and need only be checked visually for proper performance and low temperature settings only.
LOW HEAT SETTING ADJUSTMENT (LOG BURNER): NOTE: THE LOW HEAT SETTING ON YOUR OVEN IS PRESET AT THE FACTORY. ADJUST ONLY IF ALTI- TUDE OR ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS ARE CAUSING POOR, LOW HEAT, PERFORMANCE. ADJUSTMENT STEPS: 1. Follow lighting instructions and set the control knob on “MAX” and allow the burner to preheat for 5 minutes.
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WATER DAMAGE IS NOT COVERED BY rior and show the BLUE flame on the Hearth Stone IR YOUR ALFRESCO WARRANTY Burner. DO NOT adjust the MIN setting without the burner screen, as it is designed to hold the flame steady...
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POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS CONDITION. DANGEREUSE. WOOD CHIP SMOKER: Alfresco By using real wood chips in the smoker system of your ™ Pizza Oven you can add extra fla- vor to all of your Pizzas or Oven Cooked Dishes. For good smoke performance, soak the wood chips for not less than 30 minutes, drain excess liquid and fill the smoker tray completely.
COOKING WITH YOUR PIZZA OVEN: Alfresco Your ™ Pizza Oven has been designed to provide very fast heat-up times as well as a broad rage of operating temperatures for cooking different foods. In principle, the oven’s heat sources function as follows: (See Figure # 14) ...
However, some care is required to ensure that the stainless steel can live up to this reputation. DAY TO DAY CARE: Alfresco To maintain the original appearance of your ™ Pizza Oven , a regular cleaning routine should be carried out using the following guidelines: 1.
Bleaches: Most common domestic bleaches & sterilizing solutions contain chlorine in the form of sodium hypochlorite. If used in concentrated form, bleaches can attack the stainless steel, causing pitting of the surface. They should always be used to the strengths prescribed by the manufacturer and should be thoroughly rinsed off with clean water immediately after use.
Visually check flame characteristics and compare to description on page 20 and 21. Adjust if needed. Clean appliance after each use, and check for blockages, especially at the burner orifices, after periods of prolonged non-use. Alfresco To maintain the appearance of your ™ Pizza Oven for many years, keep it covered when not in use.
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OVEN WON’T LIGHT: First determine if the Spiral Hot Surface Igniters are functioning properly. They should be glowing Yellow -White when operating and should do so within 5 to 10 seconds after turning the knob to “MAX”. If no glow is seen when turning either knob, Is the power cord connected? Has the GFCI tripped? If power supply is okay, then ensure that the knob is properly turned to the “MAX”...
40 W - 120 VAC 120 VAC Part # 210-0317 Part # 210-0661 Should you need to replace the light bulbs in your Alfresco™ Pizza Oven, please refer to the following steps : OVEN LIGHT: LIGHT COVER Figure # 15...
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Replace the light cover by inserting it into the light fixture at a slight angle until it “SNAPS” into place. Alfresco Power up your ™ Pizza Oven and verify the light bulb operation by turning on the light switch.
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ADDITIONAL IMPORTANT CLEANING AND STORAGE CONSIDERATIONS: Alfresco In order to maintain your ™ Pizza Oven in clean working order, it will be necessary, under cer- tain conditions, to take additional precautions. If your oven is located in a coastal area, it will be exposed to salty air which is corrosive.
INQUIRIES AND INFORMATION: Alfresco For all other ™ Gourmet Grill information such as power, installation, cut-out requirements, or any other product inquiries, please contact: Alfresco Gourmet Grills. (888) 383-8800 or (323) 722-7900 Customer Service Department. (323) 726-4700. (fax) 1085 Bixby Drive...
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state. 6. No one has the authority to add to or vary Alfresco’s warranty, or to create for Alfresco any other obligation or liability in connection with the sale or use of its products.
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