Learning how to most effectively control the oven
temperature takes some time and experience. As a
general rule, the stove should be at the charcoal stage of
the combustion process before the oven is ready for
cooking.
The temperatures established on both the cooking surface
and in the oven are determined by three primary things:
1. The amount of draft in the chimney. As the spinwheel
air intake is opened, more air gets into the firebox
resulting in a hotter, faster fire.
2. The position of the flue damper. This will affect the
temperature of the firebox.
3. The amount of wood in the firebox and at what stage
of the combustion process it is at.
Save These Instructions
Keep the manual available for future reference. The
manual is an important part of the stove. If the stove is
sold, deliver the manual to the new owner along with the
stove.
The quality of the installation (especially the chimney
connector and chimney), and the quality of the fuel being
burned will affect the performance of the stove, but the
most important factor is the way the stove is operated.
With the help of this manual, you will learn how to
effectively heat and cook with the stove. Be sure to read it
entirely, including the terms of reference and function.
The Artisan is listed for burning wood only. Do not
burn other materials or garbage.
Successful stove top and oven cooking will result from
using a heated stove and baking the fire to retain the heat
required. Do not try to cook on this stove immediately after
lighting the fire.
Stove Top Cooking
The cast iron top provides an excellent large surface for
doing griddling, frying, basting and simmering. Cooking
directly on the hotplate is not recommended. A cast iron
cooking vessel with a flat bottom is recommended.
When getting used to cooking on the hotplate, remember
that the surface is cast iron and will retain its heat for a
long time after use.
The hottest part of the hotplate is immediately above the
fire. The heat will gradually decrease towards the flue box,
with the other end being suitable for simmering.
The circular plug in the hotplate (near the flue box end) is
for cleaning the flueway and
MUST
be in place during
operation.
Keep the hotplate clean with a wire brush.
Continuous use of the oven with the hotplate covers down
may result in discoloration of the hotplate and the chrome
covers.
WARNING: The stove top surface around the hotplate
will become hot under use. Care must be observed.
Do not hang combustible material over the handrail
during use.
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