How To Light A Fire - Jamie Oliver Dome 60 Leggero Benutzerhandbuch

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5. HOW TO LIGHT A FIRE

The centre burn
• We recommend the use of smaller pieces of log (approx� 30cm long and 4-6cm in diameter will give the optimum
conditions for cooking and using the wood-fired oven)� Please note, a vigorous fire with large flames will not equate
to higher internal temperatures and a better cooking result� You do not need a large flame or a large fire to build the
heat in your oven� Prolonged large flames could damage the steel front�
• Place two pieces of kindling lengthwise (pointing from the front of the oven to the back) in the centre of the oven, then
place one firelighters in between them�
• Place two pieces of kindling across the first two pieces, then repeat with another two lengthwise and another two
across until you have built a tower that is five or six rows high�
• Place two small hardwood logs against the tower, then light the firelighters�
• WARNING A fire too close to the front of the oven can cause a permanent separation of the metal� Place your logs
near the mouth of the oven a few minutes before you need to use them� This will help them to ignite quickly when you
place them on the fire�
The perimeter burn
• Using a long-handled metal brush, push the burning logs and hot coals back to one side of the oven (use whichever
side you prefer but it's a good idea to alternate after each use so that you get even wear)�
• Nudge the logs together so they are overlapping, one on top of the other� If you have lost the flame, add another
firelighter�
• If you need to, place the oven door on the foremost floor section beneath the arch opening at an angle, with one
side open about 4 inches� This will block any wind and stop the smoke from rolling out until the oven reaches its ideal
temperature�
Why you want a perimeter burn for cooking
• The heat will circulate in the oven instead of escaping out the front�
• It is easier to sweep the floor from side to side than from front to back and, in the same way, to move the food around
the oven�
• You can put a new log on the fire without having to lift it over your food�
• It provides a more balanced heat in the oven�
Place your logs near the mouth of the oven a few minutes before you need to use them. This will
help them to ignite quickly when you place them on the fire.
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