Patton Kamado - Maintenance

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• DONOTusetheKamadoondeckingoranyotherammablesurfacessuchasdrygrass,woodchips,
leaves or decorative bark.
• EnsurethattheKamadoispositionedatleast2metresawayfromammableitems.
• DO NOT use this Kamado as a furnace.
• DO NOT handle or move the Kamado whilst alight as it will be hot.
• ALWAYS USE heat resistant gloves when handling hot ceramics or cooking surfaces.
• Allow the unit to cool down completely before moving or storing.
• ALWAYS keep children and pets at a safe distance from the oven when in use.
• Always inspect the unit prior to use for fatigue and damage and replace as and when necessary.
CURING THE KAMADO
• Tostartareplacerolledupnewspaperwithsomelightercubesorsolidrelightersonthecharcoalplate(7)
in the base of the Kamado. Then place 2 or 3 handfuls of lump charcoal over the top of the newspaper.
• DONOTusepetrol,whitespirit,lighteruid,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reistoointensethiscoulddamagetheKamado.
• Leave until all the fuel is used and extinguished.
• Iftherstburnsaretoohighitcoulddamagethefeltgasketsealbeforeithashadthechancetomature
properly.
• Afterrst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 spanner.
• 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retodienatuarally.
• DO NOT use water to extinguish the charcoals as this could damage the ceramic Kamado.
STORAGE
• When not in use, and if stored outside, cover the Kamado once completely cooled with suitable rain cover
• The chrome plated cooking grill is NOT dishwasher safe; use a mild detergent with warm water.
• When using the Kamado push down on both of the locking wheels to stop the unit moving about during use.
• It is recommended the Kamado be stored under cover in a garage or shed over winter for complete protection.
CLEANING
• The Kamado is self cleaning. Heat it up to 260ºC for 30 minutes and it will scorch off all of the food and debris.
• DO NOT use water or any other types of cleaning product to clean the inside of your Kamado. The walls are
 porousandwillabsorbanyuidsused,thiscouldcausetheKamadotocrack.Ifthesootbecomesexcessive
then use a wire brush or the supplied tool to scrape off the carbon remnants before the next use.
• To clean the grills and grates use a non-abrasive cleaner once the unit has fully cooled.
• To clean the outer surface wait until the Kamado is cool and use a damp cloth with a mild detergent.
MAINTENANCE
• Tighten the bands and oil the hinge 2 times a year or more if needed.
LIGHTING, USAGE AND CARE INFORMATION
• EnsuretheKamadoispositionedonapermanent,at,level,heatresistantnon-ammablesurfaceaway
 fromammableitems.
• Ensure the Kamado has a minimum of 2m overhead clearance and has a minimum 2m clearance from
other surrounding items.
• Tostartareplacerolledupnewspaperwithsomelightercubesorsolidrelightersonthecharcoalplate(7)
in the base of the Kamado. Then place 2 or 3 handfuls of lump charcoal over the top of the newspaper.
• DONOTusepetrol,whitespirit,lighteruid,alcoholorothersimilarchemicalsforlightingorrelighting.
• Open the bottom vent and light the newpaper using a long nosed lihter or safety matches. Once it has caught,
leave the bottom vent and lid open for about 10 minutes to build a small bed of hot embers.