ALFA FXMD-PT-GROA-U Moderno Antique Red Portable Pizza Oven User Manual
- June 9, 2024
- ALFA
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ALFA FXMD-PT-GROA-U Moderno Antique Red Portable Pizza Oven
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GENERAL WARNINGS
- The identification plate, with technical data, lot number and brand name is visibly applied on the device. Do not remove this label
- Remove all protective film before putting the unit into operation. To facilitate the separation, use warm air (for example, a hairdryer)
- Never use steel sponges or sharp scrapers, it can damage the surfaces. Use ordinarynon-abrasive products. If necessary, use wood or plastic tools. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a soft cloth or microfiber cloth.
- Do not use dishes or containers made of plastic material. The high temperatures inside the oven could melt the plastic, damaging the appliance.
- Use tools and utensils that are resistant to high temperatures.
- Position the oven on a flat and level surface.
- Due to the temperature, the colour of the surfaces may vary in time.
- Do not paint or apply objects to the oven.
- Installation of the product must allow for easy access for cleaning.
- Never store, use or put flammable liquids or objects in or near the oven.
- Alfa stainless steel ready-to-use ovens can become hot on the outside even with a layer of high quality insulation
- Always remove the oven door by gripping the handle and using gloves when hot.
- Do not touch the surfaces of the chimney flue during use.
- Keep any electrical wiring and fuel lines away from hot surfaces.
- Do not use the oven if it’s not working properly or you suspect a fault in operation.
- Do not move the oven during use or when it is hot.
- Do not lean on or rest objects on the oven, this may compromise its stability.
- Never extinguish the flame with water.
- In the event that a grease fire occurs, turn off the gas and leave the door closed until the fire is extinguished.
- When using the oven wear heat resistant oven gloves.
- The parts that are sealed by the manufacturer should not be modified by the user.
- Do not block the openings and slots provided for ventilation and heat dissipation.
- Do not lift the oven from the sill or shelf
- The measurements of the refractory cooking floor may vary by a few millimeters, this tolerance is due to the craftsmanship of the product.
IF YOU SMELL GAS
- Turn the gas off.
- Put out any live fire or flames.
- Open the door to the oven.
- Consult a licensed gas professional
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY
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* Remove the oven packaging. Simply remove the plastic straps (A) and lift off the top cap (C).- Empty the combustion chamber by removing the oven parts and documentation from inside the chamber.
- Remove the laser protective film from all stainless steel parts, such as: sill, door, flue and chimney. Use a hair dryer to speed up the procedure and easily remove the laser film.
- Install the 4 feet. Install the feet by screwing them into the special housings in the lower part of the oven.
- Insert the supplied battery into the igniter. Unscrew the igniter button, insert the battery (E), then screw back the ignition button. Now when pressing the button you will see and hear a small spark
- Install the flue and chimney. Insert the flue (F) in the appropriate housing (flange) and then insert the chimney (G).
- Assemble the door. It will be sufficient to screw the black duroplast handle (H) locking it with the appropriate bolt contained in the packaging.
POSITIONING
- ATTENTION The outer sides of the oven can reach temperatures above 80°C (176°F). Any flammable materials must not be within 1m (40 in) radius of the oven.
- CAUTION : When being used, place the oven at a safe minimum distance from flammable materials or any other substance that can be damaged by heat.
- CAUTION Put the oven away from wind or strong draughts.
- FOR YOUR SAFETY Place the oven on a flat and stable surface. Involuntary movements during operation may result in personal injury and property damage.
- CAUTION : Place the oven at a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 in) from the wall or any other equipment. Increase the minimum distance to 50 cm around the flue and 1m (40 in) from the top of the oven.
VENTING GUIDE
FLUE EXHAUST IN THE GARDEN
When installing the ALFA Oven in your outdoor cooking area with the venting
away from any structures or low ceilings, the ALFA supplied high quality
stainless steel pipe and cap are sufficient and no additional piping is
necessary. You can customize these systems vertically to assist draw or to
help with your install design. ALFA do not offer custom pipe or chimney.
Supplied single wall wood stove flue pipe can always be upgraded to double
wall chimney
DIRECT VENT, DOUBLE WALL CHIMNEY ON THE TERRACE OR UNDER A PERGOLA
For outdoor settings where your wood fired oven will be under a roof structures, pergolas, or any type of ceiling/roof. Do not install the oven under a roof or pergola. If you are penetrating through an overhead object OR A ROOF you must remove supplied single wall pipe and start WITH PIPE AND CHIMNEY MANUFACTURED BY SPECIALIZED COMPANIES
OFFSET ELBOW INSTALLATION
- Avoid elbows if at all possible, as a vertical pipe or chimney is the most efficient
- Pipe or cnimney systems may have a maximum of 2 offsets (two elbows total) of 30-degrees from vertical
- Do not combine elbows to create steeper angles and never exceed 2 elbows in one pipe or chimney system
- For Example: You could have a 30-degree bend with a 0-48″ horizontal pipe or chimney and then another 30-degree bend back to the vertical position
- Do not use with forced-draft, positive- pressure appliances.
VENTING SUPPORT AND ASSISTANCE
LIGHTING THE OVEN
- Connect to 10kg tank using regulator hose. Make sure the burner stabilizer is connected in the correct direction to the burner at the oven.
- Push the ignition button to make the spark.
- Push IN the burner knob and turn it counter-clockwise to the high flame symbol on the control panel. NOTE: Lighting the burner for the first time or after it has cooled could take some time and possibly a few attempts due to air in the supply line. Be patient as the gas makes its way to the pilot light.
- Once the burner is lit properly you will see a big flame inside of the oven. You can now release the ignition button BUT will need to KEEP the burner knob pushed in for 10 seconds. This will ensure that the thermocouple is hot enough to allow the burner to stay on. The oven burner is now on high and you can start preheating the oven.
- Return oven door to warming shelf leaving 1-2” gap all the way around the oven opening so air can enter the oven. Do replace oven door tightly or the lack of air will force the flame to extinguish. Preheat oven for 30 minutes to allow the fire bricks to get to pizza making temp. Using a laser thermometer, check the oven floor temperature. You want the floor to be 370°- 430°C (700°- 800°F) to make pizza.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR NORTH AMERICA
- Connect to 10kg tank using supplied regulator hose. Make sure the burner stabilizer is connected in the correct direction to the burner at the oven.
- Push the ignition button to make the spark.
- Push IN the burner knob and turn it counter-clockwise to the high flame symbol on the control panel.
- NOTE: Lighting the burner for the first time or after it has cooled could take some time and possibly a few attempts due to air in the supply line. Be patient as the gas makes its way to the pilot light.
- Once the burner is lit properly you will see a big flame inside of the oven. You can now release the ignition button BUT will need to KEEP the burner knob pushed in for 10 seconds. This will ensure that the thermocouple is hot enough to allow the burner to stay on. The oven burner is now on high and you can start preheating the oven.
- Return oven door to warming shelf leaving 1-2” gap all the way around the oven opening so air can enter the oven. Do replace oven door tightly or the lack of air will force the flame to extinguish. Preheat oven for 30 minutes to allow the fire bricks to get to pizza making temp. Using a laser thermometer, check the oven floor temperature. You want the floor to be 370°- 430°C (700°- 800°F) to make pizza.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
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* Clean the combustion chamber. Pyrolysis 500°C (1 000°F). The Alfa ovens clean themselves thanks to a process called pyrolysis (pyro “fire” + lysis “separating”). It is a procedure that uses very high heat to decompose organic materials and to transform them into volatile compounds. To activate pyrolysis we suggest you keep the temperature at 500°C (1 000°F) for 2-3 minutes. Do not clean the Combustion Chamber with abrasive sponges and acidic or basic solvents which could compromise the integrity of the oven.- Clean the cooking floor. Once the pyrolysis is finished, wait for the oven to cool down and remove any food residues with the help of a brush and a damp cloth. You should clean your oven floor after each use.
- Clean the oven outside. Like all stainless and powder coat products, Alfa ovens are built to withstand adverse weather conditions including salt air corrosion as long as punctual and effective maintenance is ensured. To clean stainless steel, use a soft cloth soaked in a solution of water and soap or alternatively with baking soda and dish detergent. Rub gently when the oven is completely cold. Use neutral, neither acidic nor basic solutions and always do the operation with the oven cold
- Clean the stainless-steel parts ALFA ovens are made with stainless steel outside and inside. To clean these parts, we recommend that you use a stainless-steel cleaner. Please carefully read the warnings and the instructions. Do not use detergents containing acids, white spirit or xylene. Rinse well after cleaning the oven.
- Protect stainless steel. To better protect the stainless steel parts, we suggest using Vaseline or olive oil or baby oil as substitutes. In the case of beachfront installations, to avoid salty air corrosion and white thin layers, often clean the oven with fresh water.
- Gas burner The gas burner must be cleaned from time to time by removing food residues with the help of a brush. When cleaning valves and burners, be careful not to damage the burner and not to enlarge the holes.
- Clean the nozzles at least once a year to prevent them from clogging thus reducing the gas flow (contact qualified persons).
- Remove rust spots. Stainless steel is rust-proof but in some cases (humidity, salty air, sea spray…) some rust stains might appear. Use a rust remover to make your oven shiny and new once again.
COVER THE OVEN
- Do not forget to use the Alfa cover to protect your oven.
- Visit our dedicated page to find out some advice on how to maintain the ovens, to clean them and to extend their lifespan.
TROUBLESHOOTING
ELECTRONIC BUTTON
The ignition button comes with AA battery included. To install it, follow this
procedure.
- Unscrew the button head.
- Put in the battery.
- Screw the button head.
WARRANTY
The warranty does not cover:
Transport damage, in the event of such damage, it should be immediately noted on the transport document by affixing, upon receipt of the product, the words “acceptance with reservation” and immediately contacting the dealer for for further clarification; Improper use of the oven and installation differing from that described in this manual. Any tampering with the oven, either intentionally or unintentionally or alterations to the condition the oven was in when delivered; Should the product be damaged due to obstruction of all the smoke outlet holes; Cases of failure to follow the instructions relating to proper maintenance and product cleaning as indicated in the manual; Burner damage due to cooking residues or damage caused by using fuels other than that recommended e.g. liquid barbecue charcoal, chemicals or other fuels; Cases of the use of components not manufactured or recommended by Alfa; Damage caused by the use of chemicals inside or outside the oven; The label located on the back of the product having been removed, altered or erased; Cases of normal wear and tear of the product due to use by the consumer; Damage caused by exceeding the temperature indicated by the pyrometer provided, above 500°C (950°F), due to improper use of wood fuel; Possible oxidation spots on the steel due to exposure to saline environments or closeness to the sea. Alfa points out that possible oxidation is not due to quality defects in the product, but to inherent chemical and physical characteristics of steels in case of prolonged exposure to saline environments; Possible deterioration of paint in case of prolonged contact with flames; Small surface imperfections present on painted or aesthetic parts that do not affect the normal use of the product; Accessory parts of the product such as door and glass; The refractory stone and the undertop insulation are not covered by warranty; however, Alfa ovens come with a replacement stone
US AND CANADA WARRANTY
Customers residing in the United States and Canada have an additional year of
warranty on the gas burner.
References
- User manual - Portable | Alfa Forni
- Domestic and commercial Pizza ovens | Alfa Forni
- Login – Alfa Forni Community