Ooni Karu 12 User manual

Gas Burner
for Ooni Karu 12
Manual
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Stand to side when relighting - never look directly into the oven or at the flame.

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WARNING
To reduce the risk of fire, burn hazard or other injury, read
this safety manual carefully and completely before using this
appliance.
WARNING
Before cleaning, make sure the gas supply and control knob is
in the OFF position and that the burner and oven has cooled.
DANGER
Never operate this appliance unattended. If a fire should occur,
keep away from the appliance and immediately call your fire
department. Do not attempt to extinguish an oil or a grease
fire with water.
DANGER
If you smell gas:
• Shut o gas to the appliance
• Extinguish any open flame
• If odor continues, keep away from the appliance and
immediately call your gas supplier or your fire department.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in fire,
explosion or burn hazard which could cause property damage,
personal injury or death.
WARNING
Use in a well-ventilated location.
WARNING
a. Keep the fuel supply hose away from any heated surface(s).
b. The use of alcohol, prescription or non-prescription drugs
may impair the consumer’s ability to properly assemble or
safely operate the appliance.
c. Keep children and pets away from the appliance at all times.
d. Do not move the appliance when in use.
e. This appliance is not intended for and should never be used
as a heater.
WARNING
Spiders and insects can nest inside the burner of the appliance
and disrupt gas flow. Inspect the burner at least once a year.
WARNING
When using a match to light the appliance, make sure to use
the included matchstick holder.
WARNING
Keep the fuel supply hose away from any heated surface(s).
WARNING
Turn o the gas supply at the gas cylinder after use.
WARNING
Do not store this appliance indoors unless the gas cylinder is
disconnected.
WARNING
Do not store gas cylinder in a building, garage or any other
enclosed area and keep out of reach of children at all times.
WARNING
This appliance is not intended to be installed in or on
recreational vehicles and/or boats.
WARNING
Check all gas supply fittings for leaks before each use. Do not
use the appliance until all connections have been checked and
do not leak.
WARNING
Do not smoke while leak testing. Never leak test with an open
flame.
WARNING
When lighting, keep your face and hands as far away from the
appliance as possible.
WARNING
Minimum clearance from sides of unit to combustible
construction is 610mm (24 inches).
Minimum clearance from back of unit to combustible
construction is 915mm (36 inches).
WARNING
This instruction manual contains important information
necessary for the proper assembly and safe use of the
appliance. Read and follow all warnings and instructions before
assembling and using the appliance. Follow all warnings and
instructions when using the appliance. Keep this manual for
future reference.
WARNING
This manual states that an oven, fryer or broiler shall not be
used on or under any apartment or condominium balcony or
deck.
WARNING
This appliance is not intended to be installed in or on a boat.
This appliance is not intended to be installed in or on a
recreational vehicle.
WARNING
This appliance must be kept away from flammable materials
during use
WARNING
This manual includes an instruction to clean and inspect the
hose before each use of the appliance. If there is evidence of
abrasion, wear, cuts, or leaks, the hose must be replaced prior
to the appliance being put into operation. The replacement
hose assembly shall be that specified by the manufacturer.
WARNING
This appliance shall be used only outdoors, and shall not be
used in a building, garage, or any other enclosed area.
WARNING
Please ensure there is a distance of at least 3.5” / 90mm
between the edges of any of the oven legs and the edge of the
table surface.
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WARNING
This manual includes a list of required parts necessary for the
safe operation of the appliance, directions for proper assembly
and for assembly of installed parts and accessories supplied
with the appliance, and proper procedures for gas leak testing.
WARNING
The appliance should not be located or used under overhead
unprotected combustible construction materials or surfaces.
For a grill, fryer or broiler, the minimum clearance shall be at
least 10ft (3m) from any structure or combustible material.
WARNING
Make sure the legs on Ooni Karu 12 are fully extended before
use.
WARNING
To prevent shock, Do not to touch the electrode tip when
igniting the burner.
WARNING
Ensure the chimney vent is fully open during use.
WARNING
Do not adjust the chimney vent during use.
WARNING
Keep away from hot exhaust gases coming from the chimney.
WARNING
DO NOT SPRAY AEROSOLS IN THE VICINITY OF THIS
APPLIANCE WHILE IT IS IN OPERATION. DO NOT USE OR
STORE FLAMMABLE MATERIALS IN OR NEAR THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT PLACE ARTICLES ON OR AGAINST THIS APPLIANCE.
DO NOT MODIFY THIS APPLIANCE.
WARNING
The replacement hose assembly must be certified to AS/
NZS1869 and AS4621, with 5/8-18 UNF thread.
LP GAS CYLINDER WARNING
1. Do not store spare liquid propane gas cylinder under or near
this appliance.
2. Never fill the cylinder beyond 80 percent capacity.
3. Liquid propane cylinder must be fitted with an OVERFILL
PROTECTION DEVICE (OPD).
4. If the information above is not followed exactly, a fire
resulting in death or serious injury may occur.
SAFETY PRACTICES TO AVOID INJURY
When properly cared for, your oven will provide safe, reliable service for many years. However, extreme care must be used as the
oven produces intense heat that can increase the risk of accidents.
When using this oven basic practices must be followed, including but not limited to following:
• Do not repair or replace any part of the oven unless specifically recommended in this manual. All other service should be
referred to a qualified technician.
• Children should not be left alone or unattended in an area where the oven is being used. Do not allow children to sit, stand or
play around the oven at any time.
• Never let clothing or other flammables come in contact with or too close to any burner or hot surface until it has cooled. The
fabric could ignite, causing serious personal injury.
• For personal safety, wear proper apparel. Loose fittings garments or sleeves should never be worn while using the oven. Some
synthetic fabrics are highly flammable and should not be worn while cooking.
• Do not heat unopened food containers as a build-up of pressure may cause the containers to burst. When lighting the burner,
always pay close attention to what you are doing.
• When using the oven, do not touch the outer shell, stone baking board or immediate surroundings as these areas become
extremely hot and could cause burns.
• Do not use the oven to cook extremely fatty meats or other products which increase flare-up.
• Keep the area surroundings the oven free from combustible material including fluids, trash and vapours such as gasoline or
charcoal lighter fluid.
• Do not obstruct the flow of combustion and ventilation air.
• Never use the oven in extremely windy conditions.
• The temperature under the oven is high. Do not place the oven on a table with flammable table clothes, plastic or any other
inflammable materials.
• When an appliance is intended to be permanently installed, that the installation shall only be carried out by a registered installer
and that such installations shall comply with the requirements of SANS 10087-1 or SANS 827, as applicable.
BEFORE LIGHTING
Inspect the gas supply hose prior to turning on the gas. If there is evidence of cut, wear or abrasion, it must be replaced prior to use.
Screw the regulator onto the gas cylinder. Leak check the hose and regulator connections with a soap and water solution before
lighting the appliance.
Only the pressure regulator and gas hose assembly supplied with this appliance should be used.
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APPENDIX G
DIAGRAMMATICAL REPRESENTATIONS OF OUTDOOR AREAS
(Informative)
The following figures are diagrammatical representations of outdoor areas, as defined in
Clause 1.3.90. Rectangular areas have been used in these figures; the same principles apply
to any other shaped area.
FIGURE G1 OUTDOOR AREA—EXAMPLE 1
FIGURE G2 OUTDOOR AREA—EXAMPLE 2
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APPENDIX G
DIAGRAMMATICAL REPRESENTATIONS OF OUTDOOR AREAS
(Informative)
The following figures are diagrammatical representations of outdoor areas, as defined in
Clause 1.3.90. Rectangular areas have been used in these figures; the same principles apply
to any other shaped area.
FIGURE G1 OUTDOOR AREA—EXAMPLE 1
FIGURE G2 OUTDOOR AREA—EXAMPLE 2
This appliance shall only be used in an above ground open-air situation with natural ventilation, without stagnant
areas, where gas leakage and products of combustion are rapidly dispersed by wind and natural convection.
Any enclosure in which the appliance is used shall comply with one of the following:
An enclosure with walls on all sides, but at least one permanent opening at ground level and no overhead cover
or within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and no more than two walls.
Within a partial enclosure that includes an overhead cover and more than two walls, the following shall apply:
(i) at least 25% of the total wall area is completely open; and
(ii) at least 30% of the remaining wall area is open and unrestricted.
In the case of balconies, at least 20% of the total of the side, back and front wall areas shall be and remain open
and unrestricted.
• Outdoor Area - Example 1
• Outdoor Area - Example 2
Diagrammatical Representation of Outdoor Areas
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FIGURE G3 OUTDOOR AREA—EXAMPLE 3
FIGURE G4 OUTDOOR AREA—EXAMPLE 4
Both ends open
Open side at
least 25% of
total wall area
30 percent or more in total
of the remaining wall area
is open and unrestricted
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FIGURE G3 OUTDOOR AREA—EXAMPLE 3
FIGURE G4 OUTDOOR AREA—EXAMPLE 4
Both ends open
Open side at
least 25% of
total wall area
30 percent or more in total
of the remaining wall area
is open and unrestricted
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FIGURE G5 OUTDOOR AREA—EXAMPLE 5
Open side at
least 25% of
total wall area
30 percent or more in total
of the remaining wall area
is open and unrestricted
• Outdoor Area - Example 3
• Outdoor Area - Example 4
• Outdoor Area - Example 5
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Step 1
Install hose pipe (if required)
Step 1a
Tighten with suitable wrenches
Step 1b
Tighten with suitable wrenches then follow Step 1c.
Step 1c
Tighten with suitable screwdriver.
Regulators and hose connections will vary depending on your region.
If your Ooni Gas Burner for Ooni Karu 12 has a threaded female hose end follow Step 1a.
If your Ooni Gas Burner for Ooni Karu 12 has a threaded barb and regular hose with a hose clip follow Step 1b
then 1c.
If your Ooni Gas Burner for Ooni Karu 12 has a regular hose with a hose clip follow Step 1c.
If your Ooni Gas Burner for Ooni Karu 12 has the hose preinstalled continue to Step 2.
Tighten counter-clockwise in EU.
Tighten counter-clockwise in EU.
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Step 2
Remove the door and fuel tray and ensure the chimney vent is open
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Step 3
Remove draft defender plate
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Step 4
Add Ooni Gas Burner for Ooni Karu 12
Secure but do not over-tighten screws
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310 mm
570mm
Step 5
Connect to gas canister
POL gas regulator
This is an anticlockwise threaded gas fitting. Ensure the tank is fully turned off and screw the
regulator on to the gas tank valve fitting until tight.
WARNING
• Please always keep the gas bottle in upright position.
• If the appliance is not in use, the gas must be turned o at the supply cylinder.
• The cylinder used must include a collar to protect the cylinder valve.
• The minimum distance for the appliance and the 4.9kg gas cylinder is 25 inches apart.
CONNECTING THE LIQUID PROPANE GAS CYLINDER
1. To connect the liquid propane gas cylinder:
2. The cylinder valve should be in OFF position.
3. Make sure the burner valve is in OFF position.
4. Inspect the valve connections, port and regulator assembly. Remove debris and inspect the hose for damage.
5. When connecting the regulator assembly to the valve, use your hand to tighten the nut counterclockwise until
it stops. Use of a wrench could damage the quick coupling nut and result in a hazardous situation.
6. Open the cylinder valve fully by turning the valve counterclockwise.
7. Before lighting the oven, use a soap and water solution to check all connections for leaks.
8. If a leak is found, turn the cylinder valve OFF, and do not use the oven until local liquid propane dealer can
make repairs.
DISCONNECTING THE LIQUID PROPANE GAS CYLINDER
1. Turn the oven burner valve OFF and make sure the oven is cool.
2. Turn the liquid propane cylinder valve OFF by turning clockwise until it stops.
3. Detach the regulator assembly from the cylinder valve by turning the quick coupling nut counter-clockwise.
4. Place dust cap for cylinder valve outlet whenever the cylinder is not in use.
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Leak testing
General
Although the gas connections of the appliance are leak tested prior packing and shipment, a complete test must
be performed at the installation site.
Before each use, check all the gas connections for leak testing using the procedure listed below. If the smell of
gas is detected at any time, you should immediately stop using and check the entire system for leaks.
Before testing
Make sure all packing material has been removed from the appliance.
Make a solution of one part liquid detergent and one part water. You will need a spray bottle, brush or rag to apply
the solution to the fittings.
To test
1. Turn the burner valve OFF.
2. Turn the liquid propane cylinder valve on counter-clockwise to open the valve.
3. Apply the soap solution to all gas fittings. Soap bubbles would appear where a leak is present.
4. If a leak is present, immediately turn the gas supply OFF and tighten leaky fittings.
5. Turn the gas back ON and recheck.
6. Should the gas continue to leak from any of the fittings, turn the gas supply OFF and contact customer service.
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1. Turn on the gas at the gas canister.
2. Push in and turn the button counter-clockwise until it clicks. Do not turn too quickly.
From press to click should take about 3 seconds
3. Hold in button for 5 seconds, then release.
Step 6
Ignition
Maximum power Minimum powerOff
Stand clear of the oven when igniting - ensure nobody is within 1 metres (3ft) of the front of the oven.
Maintain arms length from the oven when igniting, and do not lean over the oven when igniting.
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1. If not, turn o the gas and go back to Step 6.
2. If the burner still does not ignite go to Step 8.
Step 7
Verify that the gas burner has on
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If the burner still does not ignite; turn the gas on and light using a match and the supplied
match holder through the front of the oven. Hold it in front of the burners. Press and turn
the knob as described in Step 6.
Step 8
Ignition – using a match
If the flames go out turn off the gas and wait 5 minutes before reigniting
Always route the gas hose away from the oven. The hose must not touch the oven body
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Troubleshooting
Problem Possible cause Prevention / Solution
My oven isn’t getting hot enough 1. Empty gas bottle
2. Cracking or leaking on the hose
3. Regulator improperly fixed
4. Operation in extreme conditions
1. Check the gas bottle is full, even a
bottle with little gas inside may aect
the gas burner performance
2. Ensure there is no cracking or leaking
on the hose
3. Ensure the regulator is properly
fixed to the gas bottle and the hose
is firmly attached to the gas burner
tightened using appropriate sized
wrenches as outlined in the instruc-
tion manual
4Your gas burner and oven should not
be used in extreme conditions (eg
high wind)
My gas burner will not ignite 1. Improper set-up
2. Empty gas bottle
3. Cracking or leaking from the hose
4. Improper lighting technique.
5. Regulator improperly fixed
6. Improper alignment of the sparker
1. Ensure the chimney cap is removed
and the ceiling vents and chimney
vent are open. The door should be
open.
2. Check the gas bottle is full, even a
bottle with little gas inside may aect
the gas burner performance
3. Ensure there is no cracking or leaking
on the hose
4. Turning the dial too quickly may
prevent the gas burner from lighting.
5. Ensure the regulator is properly
fixed to the gas bottle and the
hose is firmly attached to the gas
burner tightened using appropriate
sized wrenches as outlined in the
instruction manual
6. Reposition the sparker tip so it is
2-3 mm away from the front of the
burner cap.
My flame is too yellow / too blue Variation in the environment, the food
you cook, ambient temperature and
condition of your Ooni oven may eect
the colour of your flame
The colour of your flame will
not aect the taste or quality of
your food.
My FSD is not functioning correctly There may be soot build up on my FSD
probe
Ensure the gas burner and gas supply is
switched o, wait for the burner to cool
down, gently clean the probe and burner
holes with damp cloth, leave the burner
to fully dry before re-lighting.
Gas burner for Ooni will not maintain
it’s flame
1. Lack of oxygen
2. Oven placed on an uneven surface
1. Open the chimney vent of your Ooni
Pro to encourage better airflow
through the oven
2. If your Ooni is on a slant when set up,
the oxygen will not flow as well. Try
to set up on a flat surface.
I can hear a ‘roaring sound’ coming
from the Gas burner and my flames are
very weak
Flame is burning within the ventures Switch o the gas supply and the gas
burner immediately, wait 5 minutes and
relight the gas burner.
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Product technical information
Model number
Ooni Karu 12
Product Label
WARNING:
Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity of this appliance while it is in operation.
Do not use or store flammable materials in or near this appliance.
Do not place articles on or against this appliance. Do not modify this appliance
Propane
2.8 kPa
18.5 MJ/h
0.85 mmOoni Karu 12 Gas Burner
Minimum clearance from sides of unit to combustible construction is 915mm (36 inches).
Minimum clearance from back of unit to combustible construction is 915mm (36 inches).
Minimum clearance from overhead of unit to combustible construction is 1500mm (59 inches).
LIGHTING INSTRUCTION - TO LIGHT THE BURNER
Make sure the control knob is in OFF position, and then turn the liquid propane cylinder valve
ON by slowly turning counterclockwise.
Push in and slowly turn the control knob anticlockwise until you hear a click and the burner
ignites.
If the burner doesn't light, turn the knob OFF, wait 5 minutes and repeat the lighting.
FOR STORAGE AND CYLINDER EXCHANGE, DISCONNECT THE CYLINDER ONLY.
DO NOT DISCONNECT HOSE FROM THE APPLIANCE
IAPMO R&T Oceana
AS/NZS 5263.1.7
Certificate Number
GMK10751
SN
Ooni Limited, Unit 5 Bishopsgate Business Park,
189 West Main Street, Broxburn, West Lothian,
Scotland, EH52 5LH
Stand to side when relighting - never look
directly into the oven or at the flame.
Injectors
Injector marking: 0.85 mm
Marking: (Marked 0.85)
When the diameter of the injector is 0.85 mm use the provided 2.8 kPa regulator with Propane LPG cylinder.
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AUS-0521
DO NOT STORE CHEMICALS OR FLAMMABLE MATERIALS,
OR SPRAY AEROSOLS NEAR THIS APPLIANCE
DO NOT OPERATE THE APPLIANCE INDOORS
DO NOT OPERATE IN AN ENCLOSED AREA
DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE BEFORE LEAK
CHECKING HOSES AND GAS CYLINDER
CONNECTION
DO NOT OPERATE THIS APPLIANCE
BEFORE READING THE
INSTRUCTION BOOKLET
DO NOT PLACE ARTICLES ON OR
AGAINST THIS APPLIANCE
OONI KARU 12 GAS BURNER IGNITION INSTRUCTIONS
1. READ INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE
2. ENSURE HOSE AND SEAL ARE LEAK TIGHT
3. ENSURE HATCH IS OFF
4. ENSURE CHIMNEY CAP IS ON
5. PUSH IN CONTROL KNOB AND SLOWLY TURN
ANTI-CLOCKWISE UNTIL YOU HEAR A CLICK WHILE
HOLDING IN FOR 5 SECONDS.
6. IF BURNER DOESN’T IGNITE WAIT 5 MINUTES FOR
GAS TO DISSIPATE BEFORE TRYING AGAIN.
7. TURN OFF GAS SUPPLY AT THE CYLINDER AFTER USE.
8. TURN OFF APPLIANCE VALVE AFTER USE.
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