Forno Bravo Giardino60 User manual

Forno Bravo, LLC
Giardino Refractory Oven, Including:
Giardino60 (SKUFG60)
Giardino70 (SKUFG70)
Installation and Operating Manual
A MAJOR CAUSE OF OVEN-RELATED FIRE IS FAILURE TO MAINTAIN REQUIRED
CLEARANCES (AIR SPACES) TO COMBUSTIBLE MATERIALS. IT IS OF UTMOST
IMPORTANCE THAT THIS OVEN BE INSTALLED ONLY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
This Oven is Designed and Intended for Outdoor Installation Only.
Forno Bravo, LLC
744 Neeson Road
Marina, CA 93933
[phone]
[email protected]
http://www.fornobravo.com
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE APPLIANCE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW
INSTRUCTIONS MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, BODILY INJURY, OR EVEN DEATH.
When this oven is not properly installed, a fire may result. To reduce the risk of fire, follow the installation instructions. It is
essential to use only building and insulation materials designed for the purpose.
Use proper safety equipment when installing this oven, including gloves and professional breathing masks.
Contact your local building or fire officials for clarification on any restrictions on installation of this oven in your area,
or need for inspection of the oven installation.
HOT WHILE IN OPERATION. KEEP CHILDREN, CLOTHING AND FURNITURE AWAY. CONTACT MAY CAUSE SKIN BURNS.
DO NOT BURN GARBAGE OR FLAMMABLE FLUIDS.
DO NOT CONNECT THIS UNIT TO A CHIMNEY FLUE SERVING ANOTHER APPLIANCE.
Keep children and pets away from hot oven.
Use firewood for burning only. DO NOT use charcoal, pressure treated lumber, chipped wood products, sappy wood such as
pine, laminated wood or any material other than dry medium or hard firewood.
DO NOT USE liquid fuel (firelighter fluid, gasoline, lantern oil, kerosene or similar liquids) to start or maintain a fire.
BEWARE of very high temperatures in the oven and use long oven gloves and mitts to handle pots and tools. DO NOT put
unprotected hands or arms inside oven while it is lit.
Dispose of ashes using a metal shovel and place in a metal bin with a tightly fitting lid. The container should be stored on a
non-combustible surface, away from all combustible materials. Ensure ashes are completely cold before disposing of them
appropriately.
BEWARE of flying sparks from mouth of oven. Ensure that no combustible materials are within range of oven at any time.
DO NOT close the oven door fully while a fire is in the oven. Closing the door fully will cut off oxygen to the fire, causing the
fire to erupt suddenly when the door is removed. Always keep door tilted to allow air to circulate in the oven.
DO NOT use water to dampen or extinguish fire in the oven.
DO NOT pack required air spaces with insulation or other materials.
When the curing of the refractories is not done as part of the manufacturing process, the manufacturer’s recommended
curing process shall be specified. Follow the instructions for curing the oven. Failure to follow the curing schedule can cause
damage to the oven, and void the oven warranty.
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Limited Warranty
Forno Bravo, LLC Ovens and Fireplaces
THE WARRANTY
Forno Bravo, LLC, an importer and producer of ovens and
fireplaces, warrants it ovens and fireplaces (herein referred
to as Product) to be free from defects in materials and
workmanship for a period of (1) one year from the date of
shipment.
QUALIFICATIONS TO THE WARRANTY
The complete Product Warranty outlined above does not
apply under the following circumstances:
(1) The Product was not installed in accordance with Forno
Bravo installation instructions and local building codes.
(2) The Product has been subjected to non-standard use,
including burning fuels with abnormal burning
characteristics including, driftwood, coal, plywood and
wood products using a binder that may burn at excessive
temperatures and cause damage to the Product.
(3) This Warranty does not apply to normal wear and tear.
(4) This Warranty does not apply to any cracking caused by
over-firing or the failure to follow a proper curing schedule.
(5) In the event that the Listing plate has been removed,
altered or obliterated.
(6) On parts that would be normally worn or replaced under
normal conditions.
(7) Normal cracking due to expansion and contraction
stress relief in either the dome or floor tiles.
LIMITATION ON LIABILITY
It is expressly agreed and understood that Forno Bravo's
sole obligation and purchaser's exclusive remedy under
this Warranty, under any other warranty, expressed or
implied, otherwise, shall be limited to replacement, repair,
or refund, as specified above, and such liability shall not
include, and purchaser specifically renounces any rights to
recover, special, incidental, consequential or other
damages of any kind whatsoever, including, but not limited
to, injuries to persons or damage to property, loss of profits
or anticipated profits, or loss of use of the product.
In no event shall Forno Bravo be responsible for any
incidental or consequential damages caused by defects in
its products, whether such damage occurs or is discovered
before or after replacement or repair, and whether or not
such damage is caused by Forno Bravo’s negligence.
Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of
incidental or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. The duration
of any implied warranty with respect to this Product is
limited to the duration of the foregoing warranty. Some
states do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, so the above may not apply to you.
INVESTIGATION OF CLAIMS AGAINST
WARRANTY
Forno Bravo reserves the right to investigate any and all
claims against this Warranty and to decide upon method of
settlement.
DEALERS HAVE NO AUTHORITY TO ALTER THIS
WARRANTY
Forno Bravo's employees and dealers have no authority to
make any warranties nor to authorize any remedies in
addition to or inconsistent with those stated above.
HOW TO REGISTER A CLAIM AGAINST
WARRANTY
In order for any claim under this Warranty to be valid, Forno
Bravo must be notified of the claimed defect in writing or
by telephone to Forno Bravo, 744 Neeson Road, Marina,
CA, 93933. Claims against this Warranty in writing should
include the date of installation, and a description of the
defect.
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Table of Contents
............................................................................................................................................Contained in the Crate 5
...............................................................................................................................................................At a Glance 6
.....................................................................................................................................................Oven Clearances 7
....................................................................................................................................................Oven Dimensions 8
..................................................................................................................................................Quick Start Guide 17
.........................................................................................................................................................1. Foundation 20
.................................................................................................................................................2. The Oven Stand 23
........................................................................................................................................3. The Insulating Hearth 27
.......................................................................................................................................4. Set the Cooking Floor 29
.................................................................................................................................................5. Dome Assembly 30
.........................................................................................................................................6. Chimney Installation 31
...............................................................................................................................................7. Insulate the Oven 34
...........................................................................................................................................8. Optional Brick Arch 35
...................................................................................................................................9. Enclosure Design Styles 36
...............................................................................................................................................10. Igloo Enclosure 39
...........................................................................................................................................11. Walled Enclosures 40
............................................................................................................................................12. Curing Your Oven 42
.......................................................................................................................................13. Firing and Operation 43
.............................................................................................................................14. Maintenance and Cleaning 44
..........................................................................................................................................Appendix 1. Tools List 45
......................................................................................................................................Appendix 2. Material List 46
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Contained in the Crate
Each Forno Bravo Giardino Pizza Oven kit includes:
Oven dome with integral vent;
Firebrick tile oven floor and landing;
Steel door with thermometer;
3” (3 x 1”) woven ceramic oven dome insulating blanket;
2” ceramic board oven floor insulation;
High temp, waterproof mortar;
12” terracotta chimney with detached rain cap.
Options
Three-piece decorative brick arch
DuraTechUL103 double wall chimney system
Infrared thermometer
Remote probe thermometer
Tuscan grill
Pizza peels
Oven brushes, rakes and shovels
Terracotta bakeware
Imported Italian pizza ingredients
Note: the decorative brick arch is an optional accessory.
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At a Glance
Giardino60
Giardino70
Cooking Floor
24”W x 30”D
28”W x 34.5”D
External Dimensions
27”W x 31.5”D x 19”H
31”W x 36”D x 19”H
Oven Opening
16”W x 9.5”H
16”W x 9.5”H
Vent Landing
16”W x 5”D
16”W x 5”D
Dome Height
16.5”
13.5”
Monoblock Oven Opening with Integral Vent
✔
✔
Vent Opening Diameter
5”
5”
Chimney Type
Single wall steel, UL103, or clay
Single wall steel, UL103, or clay
Commercial Grade, Kiln-Fired Cooking Floor
✔
✔
3” Ceramic Blanket Insulation
40 sq. ft.
60 sq. ft.
2” Floor Ceramic Board Insulation
3 sq. ft.
4 sq. ft.
High Temp, Waterproof Mortar
10 lbs.
10 lbs
Pizza Peel
✔
✔
5” x 12” Terracotta Chimney Pipe
✔
✔
Steel Door with Thermometer
✔
✔
Dome Pieces
1
1
Pizzas at a Time
1
2
Weight
450 lbs.
500 lbs.
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Oven Clearances
It is essential to maintain clearance space between the oven
components and any combustible material, such as walls and
ceilings. Failure to maintain these clearances can result in fire.
Combustible Wall Clearance
The oven must have a minimum 1" (25 mm) clearance to
combustibles from all sides, and 14" (356 mm) clearance
to combustibles from the top.
If building materials will contact the oven, they must be
completely noncombustible. Please note that standard
drywall (or sheet rock) is considered a combustible.
The area directly above the doorway and 6" (152 mm) to
each side of the doorway must be covered with non-
combustible material.
Non-combustible construction may contact the oven and
must then maintain 1" (25 mm) clearance to
combustibles.
If the space between the legs of the stand is used for
wood storage, it is recommended that it be a covered
container or box to prevent the possibility of sparks or
embers from making contact with the stored wood. An
8-1/2" (eight and one-half inch) air space clearance is
required between the bottom of the oven and any wood
storage container.
Floor Hearth Extension
The minimum floor hearth extension areas from the oven
door opening to combustible floors are as follows:
•30” (762) to each side of the door opening
•36” (914 mm) in front of the door opening
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Oven Dimensions
Giardino60 Front View
Giardino60 Top View
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Giardino60 Side View
Giardino70 Front View
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Giardino70 Top View
Giardino70 Side View
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Top Elevation
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Front Elevation
The example uses standard concrete blocks (CMU).
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Cross Section: Igloo
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Cross Section: Walled Enclosure
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Stand Dimensions
Oven
Exterior
Hearth
Width
Hearth
Depth
Giardino60
27”W x 30.5”D
37”
41.5”
Giardino70
31"W x 34.5"D
41”
45.5”
The stand dimensions for your specific oven installation are based on the following formula:
Width = Oven exterior width + insulation thickness + enclosure wall thickness.
Depth = Oven exterior depth + rear insulation thickness + rear enclosure wall thickness + landing depth
The sample dimensions above are based on 3” woven ceramic insulation, 2” upper walls and a 6” oven landing. Adjust your
dimensions according to your specific installation.
Corner Installation: Giardino60
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Corner Installation: Giardino70
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Quick Start Guide
The Quick Start Guide gives you a snapshot overview of the installation process.
Foundation Slab
Frame and pour a standard 3 1/2” rebar reinforced concrete
slab.
Oven Stand
Assembled a block stand to the appropriate hearth width.
Concrete Hearth
Frame and pour a 3 1/2” rebar reinforced concrete hearth
using Hardibacker as a permanent bottom form.
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Floor Insulation
Assemble the pre-cut FB Board insulating board to fit under
the oven. It can be assembled on wet or dry concrete. Do
not use adhesive.
Oven Floor Assembly
Assemble and level the cooking floor on a bed of fine sand.
Oven Dome Assembly
Seal the bottom of the dome and the oven landing to the
insulation board using refractory mortar.
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Chimney Assembly
Seal the 5” x 12” terracotta chimney to the vent opening
with the high temp mortar provided with the oven.
For UL103 installation, screw the chimney system anchor
place in place using chimney caulk to seal.
For refractory chimney installation, follow the instructions in
Chapter 6 of this manual.
Oven Insulation
Wrap the oven in three layers of 1” FB Blanket. Overlap the
joints.
Finish the Enclosure
Shape the Igloo with Wire lathe and cover with a two coat
stucco system.
For other enclosure types, refer to Chapter 9 of this manual.
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1. Foundation
Overview
Your oven stand and oven chamber are installed on a
concrete pad. We recommend a minimum thickness of 5 ½
inches (14 cm) for the Foundation slab, however your
location, soil conditions and local building ordinances will
dictate the thickness required.
The slab dimensions listed below are 8 " wider than the
dimensions of your concrete block stand, providing you
with 2" for finish material, and a 2" reveal on either side of
the stand. The slab is also 10" deep, allowing for 4" in the
back (2" finish and reveal), and 6" in front (the additional
space makes a nice edge for your wood storage). The
foundation slab will also be used to support forms that you
will use during the hearth slab construction The finished
top of the slab should be 2"-3" above ground level.
Instructions
First, excavate your foundation. The slab frame for a 5
½"(14 cm) foundation is best composed of 2x6 inch lumber
set so the top of the form is 2-3” (5-8 cm) above ground
level. The longer form boards should sit inside the shorter
boards, and the completed form can be held in place by
driving wooden stakes into the ground around the
perimeter. Before securing everything permanently, check
to make sure the form is located and faces exactly where
you want it, and is level and square.
1.1. Use a tiller to break up the soil.
Lay a 3" base of pea gravel (or crushed rock), compact the
rock, and cover it with a layer of 6 ml plastic sheeting to
stop the slab from wicking water.
1.2. A gravel or crushed rock bed.
Place a sheet of wire mesh inside the foundation frame,
and install a two-piece grid using 1/2" rebar (#4) set 4" and
8" inside the foundation frame. Tie the rebar together with
tie wire, then set the wire mesh and rebar half way up the
pad (2 3/4"), using either rebar stand-offs or fragments of
brick.
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