Pit Boss PB K22 71220 Instructions For Use Manual page 2

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1 CARE & SAFE USE GUIDELINES
CARE & SAFE USE
GUIDELINES
ABOUT YOUR KAMADO
Dating back 4000 years ago, archaeologists discovered large
clay vessels, which were thought to be early incarnations of the
Kamado ceramic cooker. Since then, it has evolved in many
ways: removable lid, added draft door for better heat control
and the switch from wood to charcoal as the primary fuel. In
Japan, the Mushikamado was a round clay pot with a removable
domed lid designed for steaming rice. The name "Kamado" is,
in fact, the Japanese word for "stove" or "cooking range." This
name was adopted by the Americans and has now become a
generic term for this style of ceramic cooker.
Kamado cookers are extremely versatile. Not only can they be
used for grilling or smoking, but also pizzas, bread, pies and
cookies can be baked effortlessly inside them. Due to their
excellent heat retention properties, high temperatures can be
achieved and maintained by precise control of airflow via the
top and bottom vents. High temperatures are ideal for quickly
cooking burgers and sausages, while low heats can cook larger
cuts over a longer period of time. Try adding some wood chips
to the charcoal, or try combining different flavour wood chips to
make your meats even more flavourful.
WARNING! CAUTION!
This product is intended FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY. DO NOT use
indoors. NEVER leave a burning fire unattended. ALWAYS keep
children and pets at a safe distance from the oven when in use.
FIRE HAZARD! May emit hot embers while in use.
DANGER of carbon monoxide poisoning: NEVER light this
product, let it smoulder or cool down in confined spaces.
DO NOT use this product in a tent, caravan, car, cellar, loft or
boat. DO NOT use this Kamado as a furnace.
CAUTION! DO NOT use gasoline, white spirit, lighter fluid, alcohol
or other similar chemicals for lighting or relighting. Use only
firelighters complying to EN1860-3.
It is highly recommended that you use lump charcoal in your
Kamado. It burns for longer and produces less ash, which can
restrict the airflow. DO NOT use coal in this product.
IMPORTANT! When opening the lid at high temperatures it is
essential to lift the lid only slightly, which allows air to enter slowly
and safely, preventing any back-draft or flare-ups that may cause
injury. DO NOT use under any awnings, parasols or gazebos.
ALWAYS follow the Cooking Temperature Guide stated in this
instruction manual.
DO NOT use the Kamado on decking or any other flammable
surfaces such as dry grass, wood chips, leaf mulch, or
decorative bark. Ensure that the Kamado is positioned at least
two metres away from flammable items.
ATTENTION! This product will become very hot. ALWAYS USE
heat resistant gloves when handling hot ceramics or cooking
surfaces. Allow the unit to cool down completely before moving
or storing. DO NOT move it during operation.
Always inspect the unit prior to use for fatigue and damage, and
replace as and when necessary.
CURING THE KAMADO
To start a fire, place rolled-up newspaper and some lighter
cubes or solid firelighters on the charcoal plate (7), in the base
of the Kamado. Then, place two or three handfuls of lump
charcoal over the top of the newspaper.
DO NOT use gasoline, white spirit, lighter fluid, alcohol or other
similar chemicals for lighting or relighting.
Open the bottom vent and light the newpaper using a long-
nosed lighter or safety matches.
DO NOT overload the unit with fuel. If the fire is too intense, the
heat could damage the Kamado. Burn until all the fuel is used
and the fire is extinguished.
If the first burns are too hot, they could damage the felt gasket
seal before it has had the chance to mature with use.
After first use, inspect all fasteners for tightness. The metal
band connecting your lid to the base will expand from the heat
and this could become loose. It is recommended you check and
-- if neccessary -- tighten the band with a wrench.
You can now use your Kamado as normal.
EXTINGUISHING
To extinguish unit: stop adding fuel and close all the vents and
the lid to allow the fire to die naturally.
DO NOT use water to extinguish the charcoal as this could
damage the ceramic Kamado.