Wildwood MILANO User manual

MILANO OVEN INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS 4.0
WILDWOOD OVENS &BBQ’S
5020 EAGLE ROCK BLVD.
LOS ANGELES, CA 90041
TEL. [phone]
FAX. [phone]
www.w ldwoodovens.com
nfo@w ldwoodovens.com
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
READ ALL INSTUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING AND USING THE APPLIANCE. WHEN THIS OVEN IS
NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED, A FIRE MAY RESULT. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, FOLLOW THE
INSTRUCTIONS. A MAJOR CAUSE OF OVEN RELATED FIRES 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.
WE RECOMMEND THAT YOU CONTACT A LOCAL BUILDING OR FIRE OFFICIAL CONCERNING
ANY INSTALLATION RESTRICTIONS OR NEED FOR INSPECTION OF THE OVEN INSTALLATION
PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION. THIS OVEN IS TO BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED PERSONNELL ONLY.
OBTAIN THE NECESSARY PERMIT TO CONSTRUCT. IN MOST AREAS THIS WILL INCLUDE A PERMIT
TO CONSTRUCT THE OVEN AND A PERMIT FOR THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. ALL CONSTRUCITON
MUST COMPLY WITH LOCAL BUILDING CODES. WHICHEVER IS MOST RESTRICTIVE MUST BE
FOLLOWED.
TO MAINTAIN THE U.L. LISTING OF THE OVEN THE VENTING APPLICATION MUST BE INSTALLED
PER UL 103 STANDARD AND NEEDS TO BE INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE GUIDELINES
SPECIFIED IN THIS INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION GUIDE.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
MILANO Oven K t Parts L st 1
Oven Base and Enclosure Mater al L st 2
M n mum Clearances 3
M n mum Footpr nt Requ rements 4
Wood-F red Oven Operat ng T ps 5
Wood-F red Oven Ma ntenance T ps 7
Pre-Construct on Checkl st 8
Bu ld ng Foundat on and Base 9
Oven Assembly Instruct ons 11
Roof ng and F n sh ng the Exter or 15
Adapter Plate Installat on D agram 15
Commerc al Appl cat on 17
Cur ng the Oven 18
Cook ng P zza n the Oven 19
Us ng Your Oven 20

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
1
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS: Failure to follow instructions may result in significant oven damage
and may void your warranty
Before you Begin
Oven must be installed by a licensed contractor knowledgeable of wood fired appliances. This
installation manual is for reference only. Please read this entire manual before installing the oven.
Failure to follow instructions may result in property damage, bodily injury, or even death. Be sure
to place orders early for any items that are necessary to complete your project. It is best to have
everything you need prior to beginning construction.
MILANO OVEN KIT PARTS LIST
A 2-Pre-cast hearth sections
B 4-Pre-cast dome sections and center cap
C 1-Steel oven door (available in stainless steel)
D 4-Tubes Fireplace Mortar *
E 1-Fiber insulation blanket (12 ft roll, 24 in wide)
ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDED MATERIALS:
G 2-1” Thick Heat stopper board (48”x48”)
H 1 Roll of iamond Lath Mesh (8 ft roll, 27 in wide) ***
•Chimney System customized to fit the oven application (see pg 16 for contact information)
•1-Tube of high temperature sealant for anchor plate
•4 concrete screws: ¼” diameter and 2-1/4” long. Use 3/16” drill bit.
•24-48 Alcohol Can Heat (used for buffet tray warmers) Available at Wildwood!
*Oven has to reach 350 degrees on first initial curing. Never cure an un insulated oven.
*ireplace Mortar provided by Wildwood is tested and approved to meet safety standards and therefore must be
the only sealant/adhesive used in oven assembly. o not use an alternate sealant/adhesive.
*** DIAMOND LATH MESH can be purchased from any local home improvement/hardware store.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
2
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
OVEN BASE AND ENCLOSURE MATERIAL LIST
The following list is provided for your convenience only; the materials are not part of the oven kit.
List may vary depending on construction method.
MASONARY CONSTRUCTION METHOD
OUNDATION AND SLAB
Stakes and forms (for smooth finish melamine can be used to build forms)
1500 Lb or higher strength concrete mix
#4 Rebar
WALLS & SHEL
Forms
6” x 8” x 16” masonry blocks
Masonry mortar
#4 Rebar
1500 Lb or higher strength concrete mix
Optional alternative metal stand (contact a wildwood representative for prices)
ROO
Non-flammable roofing material
CHIMNEY SYSTEM *
1 Anchor plate for 6” pipe
1 ouble or triple wall chimney pipe (exact length will depend on individual installation
needs)
1 Chimney cap with spark arrestor
1 Tube high temperature sealant for anchor plate (withstanding up to 2000 degrees F)
4 concrete screws. ¼” diameter and 2-1/4” long. Use 3/16” drill bit.
IMPORTANT:
Oven shall only be installed with exhaust hoods constructed in accordance with NFPA 96 or
LISTE building heating appliance chimneys also LISTE as grease ducts.
* Material list for chimney system may vary depending on oven application. Interior installations may require
additional parts.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
5
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
WOOD- IRED OVEN OPERATING TIPS
WARNING-KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS OR UTURE RE ERENCE
WOO -FIRE OVEN IS INTEN E FOR OPERATION BY TRAINE AN QUALIFIE
PERSONNEL ONLY. INQUIRE ABOUT OUR OVEN OPERATION/COOKING CLASSES AT
WILDWOOD!
THIS OVEN IS A HIGH HEAT PRO UCING APPLIANCE AN MAY CAUSE SEVERE BURNS IF
TOUCHE URING OPERATION.
O NOT OVERFIRE THE OVEN. IF FLAME SPILLS OUT OR TEMPERATURE EXCEE S 700 EGREES
FAHRENHEIT, YOU ARE OVERFIRING. OVER-FIRING CAN CAUSE OVEN AMAGE AN IS NOT
RECOMMEN E . SPILLAGE OCCURS WHEN FLAME PERMEATES THE CHIMNEY AN THE
OPENING-PHYSICALLY COMING BEYON THE OPENING FOR THE OVEN OOR.
IMPORTANT! A WOO -FIRE RATE FIRE EXTINGUISHER MUST BE KEPT IN CLOSE
PROXIMITY TO THE OVEN AT ALL TIMES. NOTIFY ALL OVEN OPERATORS ABOUT THE
LOCATION AN USE URING EMERGENCIES.
IN CASE OF OVERFIRING THE OVEN, CLOSE OOR TIGHTLY.
CAUTION: NEVER USE GASOLINE, GASOLINE-TYPE LANTERN FUEL, KEROSENE,
CHARCOAL LIGHTER FLUI , OR SIMILAR LIQUI S TO START OR ‘FRESHEN UP’ A FIRE IN
THIS OVEN. KEEP ALL SUCH LIQUI S WELL AWAY FROM THE OVEN WHEN IN USE.
WHEN USE IN OORS, PROVISIONS MUST BE MA E TO SUPPLY SUFFICIENT
COMBUSTION MAKE-UP AIR INTO STRUCTURE, WHEN USING THIS OVEN.
COMBUSTION AIR MUST BE SUPPLIE IN ACCOR ANCE WITH LOCAL BUIL ING
CO ES.
O NOT ELEVATE THE FIRE. BUIL THE FIRE IRECTLY ON THE HEARTH.
O NOT LEAVE A FIRE UNATTEN E . YOU MUST CLOSE THE OVEN OOR TIGHTLY TO
EXTINGUISH THE FIRE BEFORE LEAVING OVEN UNATTENE .

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
6
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
STARTING THE IRE: PLACE TWO SHORT PIECES OF FIREWOO (3-4 IN IAMETER)
ABOUT SIX INCHES APART IN THE CENTER OF HEARTH. NEXT, PLACE A SAFE LITE FIRE
STARTER SQUARES (AVAILABLE AT WILDWOOD!) BETWEEN THE PIECES OF WOO .
LAY SMALL PIECES OF KIN LING ACROSS THE FIRST LAYER OF WOO IN A CROSS
HATCH PATTERN, CREATING SEVERAL LAYERS SO THAT THEY ARE IRECTLY ABOVE THE
SAFE LITE FIRE STARTER SQUARES. LIGHT THE SAFE LITE FIRE STARTER SQUARES USING A
MATCH OR BBQ LIGHTER. AS THE KIN LING BURNS, A A ITIONAL PIECES,
GRA UALLY INCREASING THE SIZE OF THE FIRE. ONCE A GOO SIZE FIRE IS
BURNING (ONE THAT WON’T GO OUT IF MOVE ), GENTLY PUSH THE FIRE TO THE
BACK, LEFT, OR RIGHT OF THE OVEN USING THE OVEN BRUSH. CONTINUE TO FEE
WOO PERIO ICALLY. LEAVE OOR SLIGHTLY AJAR.
•USE ONLY SEASONE OR RIE , UNTREATE WOO IN THE OVEN. O NOT BURN
CHARCOALS, COALS, TRASH/GARBAGE OR MANUFACTURE LOGS (PROCESSE SOLI
FUEL).
•STORE WOO IN A RY PLACE, PROTECTE FROM THE ELEMENTS.
IRECT CONTACT WITH FOO IS LIMITE TO BREA PRO UCTS ONLY. FOR OTHER
FOO S, USE PROPER COOKWARE. INQUIRE ABOUT OUR SOAPSTONE COOKWARE AT
WILDWOOD!
USE ONLY NON-COMBUSTIBLE COOKING TOOLS INSI E THE OVEN. INQUIRE ABOUT
OUR OVEN ACCESSORIES!
•REMOVE ASHES USING OUR ASH-VAC OR FIREPLACE SHOVEL. NEVER VACUUM OUT
OR THROW AWAY COALS THAT ARE STILL BURNING.
•KEEP YOUR OVEN CLEAN. YOU CAN BURN OFF CHEESE AN OTHER FOO S THAT ARE
STUCK TO THE HEARTH BY SPREA ING HOT COALS OVER THE AFFECTE AREA AN
ALLOWING SUFFICIENT TIME (APPROXIMATELY 5-7 MINS) TO BURN OFF INGRE IENTS.
USE THE OVEN BRUSH TO PUSH THE COALS BACK INTO PLACE AN LIGHTLEY SCRUB
THE AFFECTE AREA. USE OUR HEARTH MOP LIGHTLY MOISTENE TO REMOVE FINE
ASH.
•BEFORE LAUNCHING PIZZA, REMOVE FINE ASH WITH A AMP HEARTH MOP.
•FOR A CRISPIER PIZZA CRUST, HEAT YOUR HEARTH FOR 4-5 MIN. BRUSH THE COALS
BACK INTO PLACE AN CLEAN THE HEARTH QUICKLY WITH A AMP HEARTH MOP.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
7
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
WOOD- IRED OVEN MAINTENANCE TIPS
READ AND OLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CARE ULLY.
FOLLOW THE COMBUSTIBLE CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS AN MAKE SURE TO KEEP THE
AREA AROUN OVEN CLEAN AN CLEAR.
WHEN WOO IS STORE BELOW THE OVEN UNIT, IT SHALL NOT BE STORE WITHIN 3
INCHES OF HEAT STOPPER BOAR .
CRESOTE ORMATION-CRESOTE CAN FORM IN THE OVEN FLUE WHICH CAN IGNITE,
MAKING AN EXTREMELY HOT FIRE. THE OVEN FLUE SHOUL BE INSPECTE AT LEAST
TWICE PER MONTH FOR CRESOTE BUIL UP, ASSUMING NORMAL USE. OVEN FLUE
SHOUL BE INSPECTE AN CLEANE BY A LICENSE CHIMNEY AN UCT PERSONNEL.
DO NOT CLEAN UNIT OR VENTING SYSTEM WHEN OVEN IS IN USE OR WHILE IT IS
STILL HOT. WILDWOOD SELLS COMPLETE RANGE OF CHIMNEY MAINTENANCE
PRODUCTS.
WOO -FIRE OVEN AN VENTING SYSTEM MUST BE INSPECTE FREQUENTLY FOR
PROPER INSTALLATION, FIT AN OPERATION. ANY MALFUNCTIONING PARTS, LEAKS,
WEAR, ETC. MUST BE REPAIRE IMME IATELY BY LICENSE /CERTIFIE PERSONNEL. DO
NOT OPERATE THE OVEN I IT IS MAL UNCTIONING.
EXPANSION CRACKS THAT FORM NEAR THE OPENING AN INTERIOR OF THE HEARTH IS
NORMAL UE TO REFRACTORY MASS. IT WILL NOT AFFECT PERFORMANCE, EFFICIENCY
AN URABILITY OF THE OVEN IN ANY WAY.
REFER TO N PA 96 FOR PROPER PROCE URES REGAR ING INSPECTION, CLEANING,
AN MAINTENANCE.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
8
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
PRE CONSTRUCTION CHECKLIST
Order oven kit
Order chimney system
Order additional construction materials
Order finish materials
OVEN ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST
Mark an outline on the floor of the desired oven location to ensure an adequate fit
Be certain that you have adequate clearance around the oven from combustible materials
Build foundation and base for oven
Form and pour shelf
Place heat stopper board on dried concrete shelf
ry assemble the oven sections on top of heat stopper
Apply mortar on all seams of oven to seal gaps tightly
Attach anchor plate and install chimney
Allow the refractory fireplace mortar to dry*
Insulate the oven
BUILDING OVEN ENCLOSURE CHECKLIST
Build surrounding masonry walls
Build roof enclosure
Install finish on walls
Install finish around the oven opening
Adhere Safety Information Plaque on Oven (See Safety Plaque Location iagram on page 2)
Cure the oven
FINISH USING THE ADOBE STYLE CONSTRUCTION
Contact a Wildwood sales representative for details.
* Oven enclos re should be finished with non-combustible materials such as: Stones, Brick, Ceramic tiles, Stainless steel, Marble
etc. o not use combustible materials or adhesives.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
9
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
BUILDING OUNDATION AND BASE
Refer to FIG. 1
MASONARY ENCLOSURE
1. ig a 56” wide by 60” deep trench to a depth of at
least 12 inches. Set forms around the perimeter using
2x4 or 2x6 boards held by stakes. Place rebar grid
using #4 rebar at 12 inches on center in both
directions. Place rebar dowels for masonry at 12 to
16 inches on center to a height of 48 inches. (For Frost
Zones Follow Local Codes)
2. Pour foundation and floor as a monolith, using 1500
lbs. or higher concrete mix with 3/4” rock. Varieties
of pre-mixed concrete are readily available at your local home center with cured strength
ratings as high as 5000 lbs. Follow mixing instructions on bag.
WALLS: ( IRST LI T)
Refer to FIG. 2
3. Erect two walls using 6x8x16 inch masonry blocks. Build to a height of 38” This should be where the
bottom of the shelf will be formed (see fig 2).Always allow sufficient time to dry and grout.
NOTE : If you plan on using large natural stones for a finish, you must install stone tabs into your mortar to provide means for support.
CONCRETE SHEL
Refer to FIG. 2
4. Form concrete shelf using 2x4 boards and plywood. Install #4 rebar grid 12” on center in both
directions.
5. Pour 4” minimum shelf in place using 1500 lbs. or higher concrete mix with 3/8” to 3/4” rock.
Tamper or vibrate to insure proper flow. Allow this to cure for a minimum of 2 weeks prior to
assembling the oven on top Refer to instructions on concrete mix packaging for further details.
6. Upon proper curing, Place 1” heat stopper rigid board down on top of concrete shelf, and ensure
that it is completely level. The oven base will sit on top of this board.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
10
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
PLAN VIEW SECTION VIEW
NOTE : OR STEEL TUBE ENCLOSURE OR ADOBE STYLE CONSTRUCTION, PLEASE
CONTACT WILDWOOD REPRESENTATIVE OR MORE DETAILS.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
11
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
OVEN ASSEMBLY
TO BE INSTALLED BY A QUALIFIED TECHNICIAN KNOWLEDGEABLE WITH WOOD FIRED
COOKING APPLIANCES
7. ry assemble the oven at a convenient location to
ensure a proper fit. Assemble the oven sections
sequentially. Refer to the illustration to the right.
8. Place the hearth section(1) at the desired location
on top of the 3” heat stopper board. Mark this
location incase the base is accidentally moved.
Make sure that the heat stopper surface is level.
If the shelf is not level you may add sand to level
the hearth.
9. Squeeze adequate amount of fireplace mortar
evenly on the seam of section (1). Be certain that
the base is in its marked location and fit the
pieces together.
10. Push the hearth section(2) tightly against section(1) as shown in the illustration below. Wipe away
any excess mortar from the surface with a damp towel. o not move the hearth thereafter.
11. Set dome section(3) in place; apply the fireplace mortar to the applicable outer edge of
hearth generously. Refer to the illustrations below.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
12
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
12. Set dome section(3) in place; apply the fireplace mortar to the applicable outer edge of
hearth generously.
13. Apply mortar to the hearth and all sides of the overlapping joint between section (3) & (4).
Interlock the sections tightly together. Refer to illustrations below.
14. Repeat the above process and attach section(5) to (4).
15. For the final section(6), apply mortar on the hearth and the joint between section(5) and
(6) as shown below. Set section(6) on rim of hearth and apply mortar to the joint between
section(6) and (3). Slide section(6) into place and adjust the sections as needed to ensure
a tight fit.
16. Apply mortar in the opening on top of the dome as well as around the sides of the cap. Fit
the cap tightly on the top of oven so that it is flush. Refer to illustrations on the following
page.
17. Apply mortar to all interior and exterior seams and smooth it out using your finger, trowel
or putty knife. Make sure that all gaps are sealed with mortar.
18. While the fireplace mortar is drying, attach the chimney following the instructions on page
15.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
13
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
19. After the chimney has been attached, allow mortar on oven/chimney to dry, following the
instructions on the label.
20. Upon drying, cover the oven with the fiber insulation blanket provided in the kit. It is
important to wear gloves and masks when handling this material.
21. It is best to insulate the dome and mouth of oven by wrapping it around the base as
illustrated below.
22. The insulation blanket must be cut at the top in order for it to fold down for a snug fit as
shown below.
NEVER FIRE UP AN UN-INSULATED OVEN!
23. As per manufacturer’s recommendation, do not insulate the chimney pipe. For interior
applications, use triple wall pipe.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
14
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
24. Use any left over pieces to add a secondary layer of insulation to the hearth for maximum
heat retention.
25. Secure the fiber blanket insulation using the diamond lath mesh. Wrap the mesh around the
oven as done previously with the insulation. Tie mesh together using wire to tie the cut
seams. Refer to illustrations below.
26. Once the fiber insulation blanket is secured, the oven is ready to be enclosed. For Adobe
enclosure, please contact a Wildwood representative for details.
27. Erect second lift of masonry walls to the desired finished height after the oven has been
assembled on the concrete shelf.

Contact customer service at 1-800-579-2797 for venting questions.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
16
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
3. Avoiding the pre-drilled holes, generously apply the high temperature stove
cement on the top of the oven. It is very important that you pay extreme
attention to this step in order to prevent any leaks. Refer to illustration below.
4. Carefully place the adapter plate onto the oven top, aligning the screw holes. Bolt
down the plate using the concretes screws. Wipe away any excess cement around
the edge of the plate using a cloth.
5. Allow the cement to dry per manufacturer’s instructions.
6. Upon drying, attach a section of pipe. The chimney used will have a 6” inside
diameter. The chimney length affects airflow in the oven. We recommend a
minimum of 48” of pipe to ensure proper air flow.
7. Attach your chimney cap with the spark arrestor. Refer to NFPA 96
NOTE: The exhaust hood must be no less than 24” from the top of the oven dome.
Creosote ormation and Removal.
WARNING: COMMERICIAL-WHEN INSTALLING EXHAUST HOOD ABOVE THE OVEN, REFER
TO THE EXHAUST HOOF MANUFACTURER’S RECOMENDATIONS FOR INSPECTION,
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
VENTING, VIA DIRECT VENTING OR EXHAUST HOOD, MUST BE ACCOMPLISHED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH THE STANDARD FOR VENTILATION CONTROL AND FIRE PROTECTION
OF COMMERCIAL
IT IS NEVER APPROPRIATE TO USE “CLASS A” OR “B VENT” IN ANY PART OF THE EXHAUST
SYSTEM EXHAUST SYSTEMS SERVING SOLID-FUEL EQUIPMENT MAY NOT BE COMBINED
WITH EXHAUST SYSTEMS SERVING OTHER (NON-
SOLID FUEL) COOKING EQUIPMENT**
TYPE-I EXHAUST HOOD-INSTALLED PER NFPA 96, IS STANDARD FOR VENTILATION
CONTROL AND FIRE PROTECTION OF COMMERCIAL COOKING OPERATIONS

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
17
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
OR COMMERCIAL APPLICATIONS ONLY
1. If required, a Type 1 hood must be placed above the cooking opening and set on the top
of the oven.
2. The grease filters must be positioned at the rear of the exhaust hood and must be of the
steel baffle type (Mesh type grease filters must not be used).
3. The front of the exhaust hood is to set forward 10 inches past the front of the oven face.
The face of the filter must be a minimum of 42 inches from the oven hearth per the Uniform
Mechanical Codes (UMC) or 48 inches per NFPA 96. When the exhaust hood is fabricated,
it is recommended that the bottom portion which is set on the oven (sheet metal lid) be
closed for ease of cleaning.
4. The sides of the exhaust hood must extend a minimum of 6 inches to either side of the oven
door opening.
5. There must be a minimum of 3 inches of clearance between the hood and any combustible
surface.
6. The exhaust duct is to be constructed as vertical as possible, free of offsets and horizontal
runs. If a horizontal run is needed then refer to the Grease uct/Building Heating
Appliance installation section.
The oven shall only be installed with exhaust hoods constructed in accordance with N PA 96
or LISTED building heating appliance chimneys also LISTED as grease ducts.

Milano
Wood Fired Oven
Installation Instructions
Version 4.0
18
©Wildwood Ovens and BBQs LLC 2009 WWW.WIL WOO OVENS.COM 323.255.6587 All specifications subject to change without notice
CURING THE OVEN
Note: In cold or humid climates it is recommended that the minimal curing period be extended to ensure completion.
Initial firing procedures
The oven must be cured so as to remove moisture that has accumulated during the
installation. Therefore, the initial firing is the single most critical component in
completing a good installation. Please follow these instructions carefully to ensure proper
operation of your oven for many years to come.
irst firing-5 to 8 hours
Not to exceed 350F (176C)
Use 24-48 cans of Alcohol Canned Heat fuel (sold by Wildwood). Place 12 fuel cans
evenly around the circumference of the oven. Light cans using a match or barbecue lighter.
Monitor oven temperature with infrared temperature gun or our built in gauge. Local
ambient temperatures will affect curing time. Add or remove alcohol cans to reach desired
temperature of 325- 350F. The first set of cans will burn for 2.5 hours. After one hour has
passed, light the second round same as the first. The second set of cans will burn for
another 2 hours. The first and second rounds should overlap as to increase the fire in the
oven. Continue to monitor the oven temperature periodically w/ the hand held
temperature gun. Cooler climates may require a third round of cans. When second cans
run out of fuel and the flame is expended, close the oven door. Allow oven to cool down
overnight.
On the next morning, remove oven door.
Caution: Oven may still be hot!
Note: Local ambient air temperature may require more canned hear to achieve 350F.
Second firing-5 hours
Not to exceed 500F
Use our SAFE LITE fire starter to light a pile of 6 to 8 pieces of small firewood, placed in
the center of the oven. Each piece should be approximately 6 inches long and no thicker
than 1 inch. Flames must not be allowed to reach the dome of the oven. Continue to
maintain temperature by adding 1or 2 sticks of the same size kindling every 15-20
minutes for the entire 5 hours. At the end of the second firing, close the oven door and
allow to cool overnight.
On the next morning, remove oven door.
Caution: Oven may still be hot!
Clean oven using our Ash Vac-MU405
Your oven is now ready for normal use!
For initial firing during each use, bring your oven up to temperature more gradually. This
should take up to 2 hours.
WARNING: OVENS EQUIPPED WITH DOORS SHOULD BE OPERATED ONLY WITH THE DOORS
ULLY OPEN, OR THE DOORS ULLY CLOSED. WHEN THE DOORS ARE LE T
PARTIALLY OPEN, GAS AND LAME MAY BE DRAWN OUT O THE OVEN, CREATING
A RISK O IRE AND SMOKE.