Fontana Forni MARGHERITA 60X60 User manual

User’s Manual
 MARGHERITA 60X60
 MANGIAFUOCO 80X60
 MARINARA 80X80
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Quick Start Guide
3-5 User’s Manual
6-7 Saputo Stone Info
8-9 Warranty and Service Info

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Quick Start Guide
Congratulations on your Fontana Oven!
Here are some helpful videos, tips, and recipes to help you get started.
Installing the Fontana Proprietary Heat Shield: How to build and light a fire in your oven:
Assembling the Cart:
Best
practices for cleaning your oven
:
We’re constantly adding new recipes so be sure to follow us on
socials for more ideas!
We’d love for you to tag us in your delicious creations!
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Please reach out to us if we can assist you.
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We strongly recommend that you peruse this manual
attentively and store it in a secure place for future reference.
For further insights, suggestions, and helpful tips on usage, we
encourage you to explore our YouTube channel, where we
share valuable content to enhance your pizza-making
experience.
Fontana Forni USA on YouTube
Safety
Your new oven is a safe, convenient appliance when
assembled and used properly. As with all gas-fired products,
however, certain safeguards must be observed. Failure to
follow these safeguards may result in serious injury or
damage. If you have questions concerning assembly or
operation, contact our support team. This appliance is not
intended for commercial use.
CAUTION
If not used properly, the oven may cause fires. To reduce
the risk of fire, follow the instructions and use only well
dried seasoned wood as fuel.
 FOR OUTDOOR USE ONLY.
 THIS APPLIANCE MUST NOT BE OPERATED
UNATTENDED.
 SPECIAL CARE MUST BE TAKEN TO KEEP
CHILDREN AND PETS AWAY FROM THE
APPLIANCE AT ALL TIMES.
 THIS APPLIANCE WILL BE HOT DURING AND
AFTER USE. USE INSULATED OVEN MITTS OR
GLOVES FOR PROTECTION FROM HOT SURFACES.
 DO NOT MOVE THE APPLIANCE WHEN IN USE.
 ALWAYS PLACE THE OVEN ON A FLAT SURFACE
AND OUT OF STRONG WINDS.
 ALLOW THE APPLIANCE TO COOL TO 115°F (45°C)
BEFORE MOVING OR STORING.
 DO NOT USE FLAMMABLE LIQUIDS NEAR THE
OVEN.
 DO NOT EXTINGUISH FIRE USING WATER.
 DO NOT USE ANY ARTIFICIAL OR CHEMICAL FIRE
LIGHTERS OR ALCOHOL TO START THE FIRE.
 DO NOT USE ANY ARTIFICIAL WOOD OR OTHER
CHEMICAL FUELS.
 DO NOT BURN ANY PLASTICS IN THE OVEN
 ALWAYS USE HEAT RESISTANT TOOLS WHILE
COOKING.
 THIS APPLIANCE IS NOT INTENDED FOR AND
SHOULD NEVER BE USED AS A HEATER OR
INCENERATOR.
Use caution when handling or transporting this product.
Metal edges can be hazardous. Use appropriate gloves when
lifting or handling. Before lifting, remove any side shelves,
grids and grates.
ELECTRICAL CAUTION
1. If any accessory is used on this appliance that requires
an external electrical power source, the accessory
when installed must be electrically grounded in
accordance with local codes. In the absence of local
codes, the following standards apply:
(U.S.A.) ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Edition
and
(Canada) CSA C22.1 Canadian Electrical Code
2. Do not cut or remove the grounding prong from the
plug.
3. Keep the electrical supply cord away from any heated
surface.
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING
Handling the brass material on this product exposes you to
lead, a chemical known to the state of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WASH YOUR
HANDS AFTER HANDLING THIS PRODUCT.
WARNING
Although the oven is well insulated, improper use can cause
the external surfaces to overheat. For this reasons all contact
with the oven’s external surfaces should be avoided during
operation. If not properly used the oven may cause fires. To
reduce the risk of fire follow the instructions and use only well
dried seasoned wood as fuel.
Installation
1. The appliance must be located away from both
noncombustible and combustible surfaces by at least
1” (2.5cm) from each side, and 1” from the rear. If legs
are not installed, the appliance must be placed on
a non-combustible surface only.
2. DO NOT operate this appliance under any overhead
roof construction or foliage.
3. This appliance is for OUTDOOR USE ONLY, do not
operate in garage, shed, balcony or other such
enclosed areas.
4. DO NOT restrict the flow of air to the appliance.
5. Keep the area surrounding the appliance free of
combustible materials, gasoline, and all flammable
liquids and vapors.
6. This appliance is NOT intended to be installed in, or
on, recreational vehicles and/or boats.

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Lighting
LIGHTING INSTRUCTIONS
1. The appliance must be assembled as per the
assembly instructions.
2. Start the fire by arranging small wood pieces in a pile
to the left of the oven. Set the damper to open.
3. Feed the fire for about 20 minutes adding medium
cut wood, wait until the temperature of the
thermometer reaches about 750°F
4. Place the wood holder (included with your oven) next
to the fire to separate the fire from the cooking area.
5. Keep feeding the fire with good quality wood even
during the cooking of pizzas and other dishes.
EXTINGUISHING THE FIRE
1. To extinguish the fire, close the oven with the door
supplied holding the valve open and wait until the
embers become ash.
2. Once the fire has been completely extinguished,
remove ashes.
CAUTION – Never use water to extinguish the fire.
Operation
WARNING: The use of alcohol, prescription or non-
prescription drugs may impair the consumer’s ability to
properly assemble or safely operate the appliance.
Always remove the ashes when the oven is cool. Do not leave
ashes and unburned pieces of embers for long periods, as
this will tend to collect moisture and may damage your oven.
Sweep and clean the chimney flue once a year, so that soot
and ashes will not fall back into the oven.
You can operate the oven all year long, however when using
it in the colder season, build your fire more slowly to avoid
thermal shocks to the oven. This may damage your oven and
increase the risk of cracking.
If you spill any juices or sauces during cooking, simply place
the embers over that spot the next time you cook. This is one
of the easiest self-cleaning tools available and the hot
temperatures will burn off any residual drippings or food.
Door Position: The position of the door during operation is a
matter of personal preference, but the appliance cooks faster,
uses less fuel, and controls the temperature best with the
door closed. A closed door also imparts a smokier flavor, and
is essential for smoking and convection cooking.
TYPES OF WOOD
While any dried hardwood is the best for your oven, different
dishes can be cooked by using different types of hardwood.
Wood from fruit trees (apple, cherry, peach etc.) can add
delicious flavors and aromas to your food. Dry and well-
seasoned hardwood will burn longer and at higher
temperatures resulting more cost effective. Treated and
resinous wood must be avoided. They can be dangerous for
your health and affect the taste of food.
Maintenance
REGULAR MAINTENANCE
For the correct maintenance of the oven, be sure that before
lighting it that there is nothing obstructing the chimney flue,
and the ashes from the previous use have been removed.
Cleaning
When the fire is extinguished and the oven is cool, remove
the ash using a brush and an ash bucket.
Clean the oven floor with a brush and a damp cloth.
When the fire is extinguished and the oven is cool, remove
the ash using a brush and an ash bucket.
When you have finished cooking, we recommend that you
scatter the remaining embers on the entire cooking surface,
half-close the door and wait until the oven is cool; this
operation is recommended to keep the cooking surface
always clean and free from dirt due to previous cooking.
When the embers are cold, sweep out the residual ash. This
way your oven will always be clean and ready for the next use.
ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
Your oven should be inspected and cleaned at least once a
year or after any period of storage over 30 days to ensure
optimal performance, safety and efficiency.
Stainless Steel
Wash with soap and water. Use stainless steel cleaner to
polish and remove stains or marks. Extreme heat can cause
the color to change. This discoloration is not considered a
manufacturing defect.

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Troubleshooting
Before calling for service, please review the troubleshooting guide below:
Problem
Possible Cause
Corrective Action
The oven produces
too much smoke
1.
Incorrect wood used
2. Too much wood is used
3. Not enough ventilation
1.
M
ake sure the wood used is not too
green and damp and therefore
incombustible. The wood being
burned should be dry and hard.
2. Feed the fire is fed gradually by
increasing a constant flame, to avoid
incomplete combustion
3. Make sure that there is adequate
ventilation in the oven area, so as to
ensure proper evacuation of smoke.
The damper should be halfway open
when trying to get the oven up to
temperature.
The oven does not
heat properly
Fire not built properly
1.
Position the fire
to
the left
inside the
baking chamber, ensuring it is away
from the oven's mouth.
2. Keep the damper halfway open
during this process
3. Allow for a robust flame to develop
over the next 20-30 minutes
4. Refrain from using green or wet
wood, and add additional wood
gradually for optimal results.
5.
Add additional wood gradually
The oven cools down
too quickly
1.
The oven has been lit after a long period of
inactivity
2. The fire is too small
1.
Check if water or humidity have
infiltrated the oven
2. Follow the steps above to build a fire
correctly. Ensure the damper is in
the correct position
Flames come out of
the oven mouth
The fire is
excessively large
A
void
letting the fire
get
excessively
large. You can contain the fire by
placing the door near the oven mouth
leaving it slightly open with 2-3 cm gap.
If troubleshooting fails to solve any of these or any other issues, please contact your dealer or reach out to our
support team – see information on page 13.

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Saputo Stone Information
Saputo Stones are exclusively available to you as an optional
upgrade with the purchase of this oven. They have the
unique ability to cook pizza using the true Neapolitan
method at 806°F – 896°F (430°C – 480° C) in the Fontana
without burning the bottom of the dough.
Saputo stones are handmade by Italian artisans in Naples
using methods and techniques that have been used for
generations. Using the local clay, each stone begins its life by
being hand formed into wooden molds. The clay forms are
then air dried allowing the clay to release a specific amount
of moisture before firing. Once dried, the forms are carefully
loaded into a wood fired kiln. The kiln is fired to a specific
temperature, and the artisans stay with the kiln for several
days to maintain the kiln temperature. Once the firing
process is complete, the stones are removed and ready for
use.
Maintenance
The Saputo stones are made using a material & process that
produces a softer stone, as result, they are quite fragile. Treat
them with care when moving them in and out of the oven.
To clean Saputo stones, we recommend using a brass bristled
brush, while the stones are still warm, to gently remove any
excess food particles. It is safe to periodically clean the stones,
while they are cold, with a slightly damp cloth to remove any
food debris or residue. Make sure the stones are completely
dry before firing them up to temperature again. Any
residual moisture absorbed into the stone that is quickly
heated could result in thermal shock that could potentially
crack the stone. Never use any cleaning solutions or liquids
to clean your stones.
Troubleshooting
Because these stones are handmade, there is the rare
instance you may run into a slight unevenness in your
cooking floor surface. If one stone is lower than another, we
recommend placing a small amount of sand underneath the
lower stone to help raise that stone and even out the cooking
floor surface. This is common practice with traditional
ceramic masonry ovens that works well in this scenario as
well.
Unfortunately, we cannot replace stones that have small
chips in them. Because these stones are handmade, air
dried & then kiln dried, it quite often results in
imperfections and chipping along the edges. Chipping
does not alter the performance of the stone or oven,
therefore is not considered a defect. If a customer finds
chipping on the stone bothersome, we recommend
rotating the stone when possible, to achieve the
smoothest surface or touching up the edge with
sandpaper.
Replacing Stones
When swapping out Standard stones for Saputo Stones,
the first Standard stone can be removed by using a flat
head screwdriver to pry up the first stone. The subsequent
Standard stones can be removed by hand. When placing
the Saputo stones in your oven, place each stone in the
oven with the smooth side facing up. It is important to
make sure you have the long side of each stone
oriented as is depicted in your oven’s diagram. If the
stones are not oriented as shown, the stones will not fit
inside the oven.
Saputo Stone Layout
Back
Front of Margherita
LONG
SIDE
LONG
SIDE
Back
Front of
Marinara
LONG
SIDE
LONG
SIDE
LONG
SIDE
Back
Front of
Mangiafuoco
LONG
SIDE
LONG
SIDE
LONG
SIDE
LONG
SIDE

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Standard Stone Layout
Back
Back
Back
Front of
Mangiafuoco
Front of
Marinara
Front of
Margherita

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Warranty
Product Warranty Information
At Fontana Forni, we are committed to providing our customers with high-quality products designed to enhance your
cooking experience. We take pride in the quality and durability of our pizza ovens. To assure your satisfaction and peace of
mind, we offer the following warranty coverage:
1. Two-Year Manufacturer's Warranty:
We provide a comprehensive two-year warranty against manufacturer defects for all our products. If you encounter any issues
related to manufacturing defects during this period, please contact us immediately using our contact page or by phone. Our
dedicated team will work diligently to resolve any such issues promptly.
2. Four-Year Warranty on the Dome:
Specifically for the dome of the cooking chamber, we offer a four-year warranty. This warranty demonstrates our confidence in
the durability and performance of our ovens. In case you experience any dome-related concerns within this four-year period,
kindly get in touch with us for assistance.
Stones Disclaimer:
Due to the delicate nature of the stones used in our ovens, we regretfully cannot offer a warranty on the stones themselves.
However, if your oven arrives with any damaged stones, please notify us immediately, and we will address the matter
promptly.
Exclusions from Warranty Coverage:
It's important to note that our warranty does not cover the following items:
 Damage resulting from shipment or transportation issues that were not noted in the bill at the time of receiving the
oven.
 Damage arising from negligent unpacking of the oven.
 Damage due to improper assembly or installation of the oven.
 Damage resulting from heating the oven beyond its maximum temperature rating.
 Damage resulting from the use of combustible materials other than wood for lighting fires in the oven.
 Damage or corrosion caused by exposure to the elements and/or chemicals.
 Damage that leads to a broken or stuck chamber thermometer.
At Fontana Forni, we are committed to your satisfaction and the lasting performance of our products. Our warranty coverage
ensures that we stand by our quality and craftsmanship. If you have any questions or require assistance related to warranty
claims, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are here to serve you.

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Contacting Customer Service
If service is required, call Fontana Forni USA at [phone]
or email [e-mail]
Locate the serial number and model number on the rating plate at the oven's rear.
In the event of a claim, it is essential to have the following information readily available. We
recommend recording the information for
future reference:
 Order number:
___________________________
 Model name/number:
___________________________
 Serial number:
___________________________
 Date of purchase:
___________________________
Service Hours: Our customer service operates
from 8 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday, Eastern
Standard Time (EST).
Support Outside Operating Hours: For urgent matters outside regular hours, leave a detailed
voicemail or mark emails as urgent. We'll address critical issues promptly.
Expected Response Time: Expect an email response or callback within 24 hours during our service
hours.
Attach Visuals for Faster Resolution: When emailing, attach relevant photos or videos to expedite
troubleshooting.
Online Resources and FAQs: Check our online resources before reaching out for quick answers.
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When servicing involves component installation, use authorized parts for warranty coverage.

F O N T A N A F O R N I U S A
FONTANA FORNI USA
1305 East Palmetto Street
Florence, South Carolina 29506
[e-mail]
www.fontanaforniusa.com