Arteflame Euro Base User manual

Classic Cooktop and European Base
Assembly Instructions

•You are minutes away from firing up your Arteflame and beginning to experience
outdoor entertainment,Arteflame style. Assembly is simple and complete assembly
requires two people. The following instructions are for the assembly of the
Arteflame with the Euro base. (Instructions for the short or tall Euro base are the
same except for one piece.)
•When you first unpack your grill, you will find the components of the Euro style
base stacked on top of the actual cooktop. Carefully unpack them and move the
components to where you want to assemble your grill. Handle all parts by the
edges as to not disturb the natural patina already present. If you are setting up the
grill in grass or in sand, you may choose to just assemble the base without the
stainless steel base plate.
Thank you for your purchase!

•The Euro Base is made up of five pieces pictured
clockwise from the top left:
•One CORTEN locking ring
•One stainless steel, notched star footing base
•One CORTEN cross key
•Two CORTEN legs
•One with Arteflame badge, notch facing
down (approximately 45 pounds)
•One without badge, notch facing up
(approximately 45 pounds)
•All parts have a carefully developed patina
and should be handled with care as to not
scratch, damage or disturb the patina on
them.

Arteflame Euro Base Assembly
6 quick steps
for 2 persons
We recommend holding all parts by their edges while wearing gloves.

•Step 1: Place the stainless steel, notched
star footer where you would like your
Arteflame to be. Make sure this footer is
as level as possible.
•Step 2: Place the first leg without the
Arteflame badge, notch facing up, onto the
footer so that the tabs on the legs fit into
the slots of the footer.

•Step 3: Have the other person place the second leg with the
Arteflame badge,notch facing down, over the first leg and slide it
straight down so that the two notches slide into each
other. Gently push the legs until both legs fit into the holes of
the footer.
•Make sure the star formed at the top is level by ensuring the tabs of the legs
are fully seated into the footer

•Step 4: Make sure the intersection of the two legs is flush and flat
where they cross at the top.
•Once they are flush, both legs are properly seated in the footer.

•Step 5: Place the CORTEN cross key on top of the
interlocking legs, ensuring it sits flat and flush with the
top of the legs and can be pushed into place.

•Step 6: Place the CORTEN locking ring on top of the
legs and cross assembly, making sure it sits flat and
even.

Arteflame Bowl & Cooktop Assembly
3 quick steps
for 2 persons

•The Arteflame Classic 40 Bowl is
made up of two pieces;
•The laser cut carbon steel cooktop
(approximately 150 pounds)
•The spun Arteflame CORTEN bowl
(approximately 45 pounds)
•Moving these parts into place requires a
2x4. It is a two person job using the lifters
provided.

•Step 7: Using the cooktop lifter tool, insert the steel cooktop lifter into the center hole
and slide a 6+ foot 2x4 through the top. With two people, lift the cooktop and set it to
the side in a safe place out of the way.
NEVER install the cooktop
by hand holding it on the
outside rim as fingers can
get pinched.

•Step 8:With two people,lift the Arteflame bowl by the inside ring so the patina doesn't get
disturbed. Place it on top of the base as level as possible.

•Step 9: Place the cooktop on the bowl using the lifting tool. The cooktop slightly overhangs the
bowl evenly on all sides. Always use the included lifting tools. If the lifters can't be used,position
the bowl by lifting it through the center hole ONLY. DO NOT lift it by the outer edge as your
fingers could get pinched between the bowl and the cooktop.

•Your fully assembled Arteflame grill is now
complete! Make sure your Arteflame is as level as
possible so all excess grease will always flow into
the middle and into the fire.
•You are now ready to build your fire and start the
seasoning process of the cooktop. Any cooking oil
can be used but we recommend using linseed or
flaxseed oil for best results.
•You can use a carpenter level or even your
smartphone if it has a level function.

•If you ordered your
Arteflame with a grill grate,
there will be a grate lifting
tool included. This lifting
tool looks like a handle with
a large hook.
•The lifting tool slides in
between the center slots of
the grill grate. Don’t lift the
grate with food on it as it
could become unbalanced.
•Always wear appropriate heat resistant gloves when
handling hot items.

USE OFTHE ARTEFLAME, GRILLING TIPS
GrillingTips: To get a fire started, we suggest using self lighting charcoal like Match Light Instant Charcoal from
Kingsford. Put down a ± 35 piece pile of this charcoal and stack your wood in a wigwam over it. Then light the
charcoal. Another way of doing it is by using Lighter Cubes fire starters. These can be used by covering them with regular
charcoal and stacking the wood over it in a wigwam. Lighter Cubes and charcoal can be found at stores like Home
Depot. Using these methods, you should have a fire hot enough to cook on within 30 minutes.
GrillingTips: The best wood to use for cooking on your Arteflame are seasoned or dried hardwoods like oak, mesquite,
cherry, apple, hickory, maple, ash,pear, or plum. Seasoned wood burns better and smokes less. Soft woods like spruce,
redwood, sycamore, cedar, cypress, elm, pine, fir or eucalyptus should not be used as they can contain large amounts of
sap. Never use wood from furniture, pallets or any other materials that can contain chemicals, veneer or paint.
GrillingTips: When using your Arteflame for the first time, it is good practice to build a fire that burns for at least an
hour. This ensures that the cooktop reaches cooking temperature. Once it has reached cooking temperature, rub the
cooktop with oil to start the seasoning process. Each heat cycle of the cooktop absorbed more cooking oil into the cooktop
improving it and seasoning it. We recommend using food grade flaxseed or linseed oil.

GrillingTips: Only use oil specifically for human consumption such as linseed, flaxseed, sunflower, canola, coconut,olive
oil or any blend hereof. DO NOT USE any oil unfit for human consumption. The oil will facilitate ease of cooking and
impregnate the steel. Over time, this oil will turn the cooktop a deep, dark color and prevent oxidation. We recommend
coating the cooktop with linseed or flaxseed oil. Any oxidation that does form can easily be removed using steel wool
and re-oiling the cooktop.
The more your Arteflame is used, the better the cooktop will be protected by the oil that you use on it. This oil will
actually impregnate the cooktop and prevent oxidation.
The operating temperature of the cooktop depends on the amount of charcoal or wood that you use. As a guideline,
expect the inner edge of the cook top to reach 425 F and the outer edge 250 F. 425 F is about the ideal temperature to
sear steaks while 250 F is perfect for vegetables. The differences in temperature are ideal for cooking a wide variety of
foods simultaneously. Also note that the cooktop itself will vary in temperature as well. You can use this temperature
variance to cook all your food at their optimum temperatures.

MAINTENANCE
After using your Arteflame, either extinguish the fire or supervise it until it is burned out. Water can
be used to extinguish the fire but BEWARE of excessive smoke, ash and steam when using water to
extinguish the Arteflame. The Arteflame will be very hot while the fire is burning itself out and can
remain hot for hours. An optional stainless steel lid is available from our store as well.
GrillingTips: Once the Arteflame has cooled down and the fire is out, it can be cleaned. Make sure
all ashes and unburned wood pieces are completely cold. You can use a paper cup to scoop out the
ashes. You can leave any unburned wood in the grill and use it as fuel for the next time you use your
Arteflame.
GrillingTips: Once your Arteflame is cleaned, it is a good practice to wipe the cooktop down with
some oil. We recommend linseed or flaxseed oil for use on the cooktop when not in use. This will
help prevent any oxidation from forming on the cooktop.

STORAGE
It is not necessary to store your Arteflame indoors. Your Arteflame can be left outside year round. When left outside,
make sure to clean out your Arteflame before using it. Debris like leaves, twigs or snow can accumulate in it.
GrillingTips: We recommend periodic checks for debris to ensure drain holes remain open.
GrillingTips: When your Arteflame is not being used for longer periods of time, oxidation can form on the
cooktop. This surface oxidation can easily be wiped away with an oily rag or it can be sanded away leaving the cook top
like new again. We recommend the use of linseed or flaxseed oil for use on the cooktop when not in use. With use,
cooking oils will be absorbed into the cook top and prevent oxidation from forming.
The best way to avoid oxidation on the cooktop is using your Arteflame regularly!
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