Assembly & First use

To start a fire, place rolled up newspaper with some lighter cubes or solid firelighters on the charcoal plate in the base of the Kamado. Then place 2 or 3 handfuls of lump charcoal over the top of the newspaper. Do not overload the unit with charcoal. If the first burn is too high it could damage the felt gasket seal before it has had the chance to mature properly. For normal use a maximum amount of 1.2kg. lump charcoal can be used. Open the bottom vent completely and light the newspaper using a long nosed lighter or safety matches.

Leave until all the fuel is burnt out and extinguished. After first use inspect all the fasteners for tightness. The metal band connecting your lid to the base will expand from the heat and this may become loose. It is recommended you check and if necessary, tighten the band with a spanner. You can now use your Kamado as normal.

 

When moving the barbecue, ensure to unlock the castors first. Do not push to move. Pull from the back hinge instead of the handle in the front.

To start a fire, place rolled up newspaper with some lighter cubes or solid firelighters on the charcoal plate in the base of the Kamado. Then place 2 or 3 handfuls of lump charcoal over the top of the newspaper. Do not overload the unit with charcoal. For normal use a maximum amount of 1.2kg. lump charcoal can be used.

Open the bottom vent and light the newspaper using a long nosed lighter 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. Allow the charcoal to heat up and be kept red hot for at least 30 minutes prior to the first cooking on the kamado. Do not cook before the fuel has a coating of ash.

It is recommended you don’t stoke or turn the coals once they are alight. This allows the charcoals to burn more uniformly and efficiently. Once alight use the heat resistant gloves when handling hot ceramics or cooking surfaces.

Do not remove the fire bowl. The purpose of the fire bowl is to hold the lump charcoal and will continue to work even if it is cracked.

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 fluids used, this could cause the Kamado to crack. If the soot becomes excessive then use a wire brush or an ash 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. The chrome plated standard cooking grill is not dishwasher safe; use a mild detergent with warm water. To clean the outer surface, wait until the Kamado is cool and use a damp cloth.

It is recommended that the Kamado be stored under cover in a garage or shed for complete protection. When not in use, cover the Kamado once completely cooled with the rain cover.

Maintenance - Tighten the bands and oil the hinge twice a year or more if needed.

The wood side shelves should be covered when not in use and may require refinishing from time to time.

Routinely check the spring assist band to make sure all the bolts are tight and secure.